NW Band&ClubSchedulesInside! Vol. 40•No. 11•December2016 Loose Change @Gilhooligan’s • Rivershore• Bar& Grill Thrillride Variety Show Michael Allen Harrison Christmas Shows •New Christmas Michael AllenHarrison Year’s Eve AtGresham Eagles

Wayne Nights CDReview • Richards &Southern Travel Excursion• More CRUSH! NW Women •Shanghai Rhythm Concerts &Blues Christmas Tunnels Plus: www.positivelyentertainment.com

Photos by Owen Carey & Bob W oolhiser Free Listing with ad purchase or $10 per listing Gresham Eagles celebrates New Year’s Eve w/cruise ship theme & music with Taska Bandstand BIG BOSSA QUARTET NOBODY’S SWEETHEART The Gresham Eagles is pulling out & Silver Ball, they have taken to ing an ocean-going passenger Dec 23 Mock Crest Tavern, 3435 N Dec 23 Cascade Bar & Grill, 15000 all the stops for a grand New Year’s ship. The club will be transformed Lombard, 9 SE Mill Plain Blvd, Vancouver, WA, the water (fi guratively) and will be 9 Eve dance party this year, featur- heading up the gangplank aboard into “life aboard a party ship.” DAVID F CURREY 31 New Year’s Eve Party @ Tim- ing Taska & the Party Band, Dec. “THE SS EAGLES,” with a cruise The tickets are only $25 per Thurs Open Mike @ The Skyroom, berline Lodge, 27500 E Timberline 31. Dinner is served from 5:30-8:30 ship theme unlike any others! person which includes fi ve-and- Hwy 26, Zig Zag, OR Lodge Rd, Mt Hood, 8 p.m. and dance starts at 7 p.m. Guests will actually enter the club a-half hours of live dance music, nobodyssweetheart.net Instead of the traditional Black with an approach much like board- party favors, champagne for a ELVIS NAGEL EXPERIENCE Dec 23 (10 pm) Gilhooligan’s w/Wood NORMAN SYLVESTER BAND midnight toast and breakfast buf- Works Band (8 pm) & Ron Fast Band Dec 3 Elsinore theater, 170 High St fet, beginning at 12:05 a.m. (9 pm), 10810 NE Sandy Blvd SE, Salem, 9 am / Vinyl Tap, 2099 One of the popular house bands SE Oak Grove Blvd, Oak Grove, Taska & The Party Band will be on THE INSENSITIVES 8:30 deck to keep the dancers happy. Dec 31 New Year’s Eve Party @ 9 Rogue Pub, 31500 NW Commer- The M&M Lounge, 137 Main St, cial St, North Plains, 9 Taska Barlow will be joined by Kae Gresham 10 Spare Room, 4830 NE 42nd, 9 Pemberton and Ali Roskam for www.theinsensitives.com 11 Norman guest w/Soul Filled some special “girl group” nostalgia. Christmas @ The Unity Center, 20255 A great night is planned for JESSIE RAE Willamette Dr, West Linn (Tickets: non-stop fun in an atmosphere Dec 10 Salem Holiday Fair @ Or- www.worldhealing.org), 3 & 6 pm egon State Fairgrounds, Salem, 16 Clyde’s, 5474 NE Sandy Blvd, 9 not seen before in Gresham! 9:30-11:30 17 Mac’s Place, 201 Waters St, In the event of anyone getting 31 New Year’s Eve @ Ava Roasteria, 4655 Silverton, OR, 9 “ship-faced,” alternate transpor- SW Hall Blvd, Beaverton, 7:30-10:30 www.normansylvester.com tation will be furnished. www.myspace.com/thenormansyl- ALL ABOARD THE SS EAGLES LISA MANN vesterband Dec 1 Women’s Music Revue @ on 12-31-16! SHIPS AHOY! The Trail’s End Saloon w/Sonny Hess, NW WOMEN RHYTHM & BLUES Gresham Eagles is located at Ed Pierce & guest, 1320 Main St, Dec 8, (7 pm) & 11 (6 pm) Christmas 117 N,E, Powell, Gresham, Ore. Oregon City, 7 Concerts @ Trail’s End Saloon & Phone: 503-667-3019. 3 Trio @ O’Connor’s Vault, 7850 Carvlin Hall featuring Claudette King, Taska & The Party Band SW Capitol Hwy, 7 Ellen Whyte, Lisa Mann, LaRhonda 8 NW Women’s R&B Christmas Steele, Arietta Ward, Rae Gordon, Show @ Trail’s End Saloon w/ Vicki Stevens, Lady Kat, Kimberly Claudette King & more (www.nw- Hall, Kelly Pierce, Sonny Hess Sunday womenblues.com), 1320 Main St, (www.nwwomenblues.com) Oregon City, 7 Social 9 Trio @ Tigardville Station, 12370 ROCKET SCIENZZ SW Main St, Tigard, 8 Dec 31 New Year’s Eve Party @ Wood- 10 Lisa w/Lloyd Jones & Willis en Chicken, 12500 NE Sandy Blvd Dance Moss @ Junction Bar & Grill, 21000 Old Hwy 99 SW, Centralia, WA, 8:30 TASKA & THE PARTY BAND 11 NW Women’s R&B Christmas Dec 2 Clark County Newcomer’s, Show @ St Phillip Neri w/Clau- Green Meadows Golf Club, dette King & more (www.nwwom- Vancouver, WA enblues.com), 2804 SE 16th Ave, 3 Harlequin Dance Club @ Kelso at Portland, 6 Elks Lodge, Kelso, WA Ankeny Street 14 McMenamin’s Edgefi eld w/ 16 Gresham Eagles, 117 NE Sonny Hess, 2126 SW Halsey Blvd, Roberts, Gresham, 7-11 Studio Troutdale, OR, 7 17 “Free Tom & Jerry” Dance Party SE 9th & Ankeny 15 Women’s Music Revue w/Sonny @ Gresham Eagles, 117 NE Hess & Liz Coffman @ Trail’s End Roberts, Gresham, 7-11 Saloon, 1320 Main St, Oregon City, 7 23 “Night Before Christmas” Dance Lessons at 5pm 16 Band @ Vinyl Tap, 2099 SE Oak Party @ Gresham Eagles, 117 NE Grove Blvd, Milwaukie, 8:30 Roberts, Gresham, 7-11 Dance ‘til 9pm 17 “Singin’ with Santa’s Sweet 30 Gresham Elks, 3330 NE Angels” @ Jimmy Mak’s w/Lisa, Division, Gresham, 7-11 $7.50 per Person LaRhonda Steele, Teresa James 31 New Year’s Eve “Cruise Into (Texas) & Lloyd Jones, 221 NW 10th 2017” Out -To-Sea Passenger Ave, 7:30 & 10 Ship-style Dance Party @ Gresham Call 18 Lisa & Sonny Hess @ Skyway, Eagles, 117 NE Roberts, Gresham, 71545 Hwy 26, Zigzag, OR, 6 7-11 ($25 ticket includes 5-1/2 22 Women’s Music Revue w/Lisa, hours live music, midnight 503-676-4198 Sonny Hess & guest @ Trail’s End champagne toast & 12:05 am Saloon, 1320 Main St, Oregon City, 7 breakfast buffet) 23 Trio @ Blue Diamond, 2016 NE Continued on Page 7 Sandy Blvd, 9 THRILLRIDE AREA 52 M&M LOUNGE 30 Band @ Jimmy Mak’s w/Ben www.thrllrideband.com th 6920 SE 52nd 137 N Main, Gresham Rice, 221 NW 10 Ave, 8 Dec 2 Wranglers, Canby, OR Music on Tap www.lisamannmusic.com 3 Thrillride, plus many of NW most 971-302-7084 503/665-2626 unique, crazy & eclectic talents @ Tues Jimmy Thompson, 7-11 CI BAR & GRILL Wed-Thurs Karaoke w/Melody, 8 MICHAEL ALLEN HARRISON CI Bar & Grill, 18786 SW Boones Wed-Thurs Karaoke, 7-10:30 18786 SW Boones Ferry Rd, Tualatin Dec 2-3 Mike Branch Band Dec 10-26 Christmas at The Old Ferry Rd, Tualatin, 8 Dec 2 Johnny Vargo 503-692-2765 9-10 Nash Brothers Church, 1422 SW 11th, Portland, OR 17 Gresham Elks, 3330 NE Divi- 3 Plan B Tues-Wed Karaoke, 8 16-17 Burn (Tickets & info: www.michaelallen- sion, Gresham Sun Upright Blues Jam w/members of Dec 1 Dub Debrie Jam 23 NW Sugar Shakers harrison.com or call 503-568-9134) 31 New Year’s Eve Boomers @ Bolt Upright, 4-7 2 Lloyd Jones 31 New Year’s Eve Party w/Terrifi ed Space Monarch Hotel, 12566 SE 93rd Ave, 9 Bad Motor Scooter 8, 15, 22, 29 Ed Neumann & Friends Jam Monkeys & The Insensitives MISS AUGIE & FRIENDS Clackamas 10 Robin Gibson 9 99-W Sun Jam Session @ Greham 16 Monterey Purple 10 Strawberry Roan RIVERSHORE Eagles Lodge, 117 NE Roberts 17 Ugly Sweater Dance Party w/Kable Roc 16 Kevin Selfe 1900 Clackamette Dr, Oregon City Ave, Gresham, OR, 6 Call 503-253-0513 23 Kenny Lavitz 17 Party Bus 503-655-5155 NEW IBERIANS 24 (Closed at 7 pm) 23 Stevens-Hess Band Fri-Sat Karaoke, 9 for listing 25 Open at 2 pm – Merry Christmas! Dec 31 Zydeco New Year’s Eve 24 Closed at 3 pm Dec 31 New Year’s Eve Party Dance @ the New Old VFW Hall 30 TBA 25 Closed – Merry Christmas! & weekly Facebook posts 31 New Year’s Eve Party w/Felony 3 w/Jamie Leopold & the Short Sto- 30 Kenny Lavitz TRAIL’S END SALOON ries, Reverb Brothers, & The Wal- 31 New Year’s Eve Party w/Two-Bit Rumor 1320 Main St, Oregon City ter Cryderman Goodtime Four, 825 $10 or FREE BILLY WEBB ELKS LODGE 503-656-3031 SW Mill St, Portland, OR, 7:30 6 N Tillamook GILHOOLIGAN’S Tues Acoustic Jam w/Big Yellow Taxi, 7 newiberienas.com with ad purchase 503-284-4853 10810 NE Sandy Blvd Wed Suburban Slim w/special guest, 7 Fri DJ Eddie & more, 9 503-477-6484 Thurs Girls Night Out w/Sonny Hess, Lisa Sat The Irving Brown Connection, 9 Dec 1 Loose Change Mann & guest, 7 Dec 31 New Year’s Eve Party 2 TBA Dec 2 Erotic City – Prince Tribute, 8:30 3 Soul Dimension 3 Big Yellow Taxi BLUE DIAMOND 7, 14, 21, 28 Karaoke 4 Gospel Sunday w/Rae Gordon / Sunday 2016 NE Sandy ◊ 8 Open Mike w/Ross 503/230-9590 Jam (Junior jam w/Robbie Laws), 6 Sun Blues Jam w/Kevin Selfe, 6-9 9 Robbie Laws 9 Men in Blues Christmas Mon Hot Tea Cold, 8:30 Tues AC Porter 10 Krooked Finger Extravaganza, 8:30 Blues Jam 15 Misc. Artists, PIFS Christmas Party 10 Uproar, 8:30 Wed The Fenix Project Blues Jam 16 Youth Revolution Sun Sunday Jam w/Junior Jam w/ Thurs Ben Jones & Friends 17 Hip Hop by Mandella Robbie Laws, 6 Dec 2 Michael Osborne 18 Open Jam w/Mike Beaver 16 Brady Goss, 8:30 3 Hess-Stevens Band 22 Hip Hop w/Meachy Meachum 17 Ray Gordon’s We Three Kings Christ- 9 AC Porter & the Live Wires 23 King Krush (Punk revival) mas w/the West Coast Kings, 8:30 10 Heavy Chevy 24 Open Jam 23 Gold Dust – Fleetwood 16 Bottleneck Blues Band 25 Closed – Merry Christmas! 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Crush exudes energy to standing-room-only crowd Thrillride, left to right: Cal Runia, Sam Harmon, Ryan Butson, Jerry Skol at World Famous M&M Lounge in downtown Gresham While many know Crush to be Article by Chris Pain - Photos by Jim Dorothy knows his stuff.” Harrn and Mc- amongst the elitists in the cover Murphy have been in this together band genre, there may be a small lights dimmed and the crowd was to the epic light show. His relentless since they were in fi rst grade. It’s few that haven’t heard this ac- full of anticipation. After all, it had bottom-end instrument really powers something special to have that kind complished band. With a standing been a six-month hiatus for Crush. Crush into the dimension of stardom. of commitment as friends. However, room only crowd and energy burst- It was abundantly evident that It’s pure and true to the core and that it is even more impressive to know ing at the seams of World Famous Crush fans were ready for the re- is something fun and exciting to wit- that they have embarked on a life- M&M in Gresham, Crush made turn of this world-class band. ness in a bass player.” long quest to produce excellence in Leo Curry their way to the stage in true rock Fast forward a bit to a very revealing Dan Bowers; go-go gadget drum- music to this degree.” ‘n’ roll royalty fashion. The stage conversation Positively Entertainment mer: “Mind-bending, mind-melting There are so many aspects about had with guitarist, singer and songwrit- and just overall precise in every Crush that make them a high caliber er Clay Harn. It was very revealing that bit of his delivery. As the drummer favorite amongst music lovers. Not Harn holds Crush close to his heart. of Crush, Bowers has the unique to be overlooked is their Full Monty When asked about his band philoso- and diffi cult roll of switching gears Light Show. The investment they phy, Harrn states, “It’s our commitment over and over again. Polyrhythmic have in stage lighting could not be to put 100% into our stage production.” rhythms and a plethora of time sig- appreciated enough. The lighting After spending an incredibly fulfi lling nature drive the band in a special embellishes an already spectacular evening with Crush, this writer can four hours of music. As an added display of arena/modern rock. Motor- attest to the truth in the Crush mission feature, Bowers manages (more like ized lights, lasers and custom light- statement. However, what seemed to masters) a high quality of vocal abil- ing programs are something out of really resonate throughout the conver- ity to the fl owing pitch-perfect harmo- the ordinary. You get the impression sation was Harn’s admiration for his nies that Crush demands. Bowers that Crush is in the business of rock- fellow band mates. provides excellence at percussion/ ing you down the motorway and that About Leo Curry, front man ex- vocals that is unrivaled in the local is exactly what they do! traordinaire: “Leo is an incredibly cover band scene. It’s a treat to see The members of Crush are about talented vocalist that has a knack for these qualities in any drummer.” quality of music, quality of disburse- pulling at that youthful fi ber we all Mark McMurphy, engineer with an ment and quality of character. Here hang on to. His vocals remind us of ear: “It’s apparent that McMurphy is an opportunity to see possibly the every infl uential singer we ever fell in has adopted a can-do attitude with best cover band in The Pacifi c North- love with. There is absolutely some- regards to giving Crush exactly what west. That is how the legions of Crush thing wonderfully pleasing in every they need to sound epic. Throughout followers feel every time they have note of every song. For Curry, span- the evening, several patrons ap- the chance to dance to this eclectic, ning through classic and modern proached the Positively Entertain- formidable and fun band. You can music is a sweet walk through time ment table with comments to the follow Crush schedule at their website grabbing little hearts along the way. likes of “isn’t their sound incredible” www.crushlive.com or stay well-tuned From Aerosmith to Muse, Journey and “wow, their soundman really to www.positivelyentertainment.com. to Bruno Mars, Curry’s vocals come across as 100% believable.” About Harrn; exemplary guitar- ist: “Guitarists can easily be said to be an over-populated species. Not so fast…. Harn is a rare fi nd in the sense that, his tone, presence and chops are so far above par. He Troy Phipps simply brings the Crush factor to the stage. Each song is deliberately delivered with a strong sense of tonal quality, giving respect to the masters of six-string gymnastics. Harn’s strin- gent and disciplined approach added so much authenticity to the songs we all grew up with. He simply sights his infl uences as ‘too many to list.’” This writer needs to weigh in on this. Harn effortlessly rips out leads/rhythms from Neal Schon and the late great Randy Rhodes. It was pleasant to hear the total sum of this guitarist and know you heard it quite right. Troy Phipps; brilliant bassist: “Imag- ine taking yourself to that one special spot in this world that guarantees an ear-to-ear smile on your face. Seeing Phipps play his beloved instrument, one would surmise that this power- house bass player arrived there. With Clay Harn a brilliant smile and a low slung bass, Phipps adds yet another fi ery illusion

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Page 2 December 2016 December 2016 Page 3 Claudette King, daughter of BB King, joins NW Women R&B for 2 annual Christmas concerts Sonny Hess brings Claudette and 11. These concerts are fund- Kimberly Hall, Vicki Stevens, of By Steve Johnson King “The Queen of the Bluz” raising for the Candlelighters, for course Sonny Hess, Kelly Pierce to Portland, Ore!! She will be kids with cancer. The stellar cast holding down the beat. With This is the season when you only need to look around you to feel joining the already incredible of award winning divas include the recent addition of Claudette the heart of God beating in the city.Since childhood, Christmas has held a very special place in my heart. Not because of the presents, line up of the Northwest Women Lisa Mann, LaRhonda Steele, King, it will be a show you surely th but because of the love. Although it shouldn’t be the only time, it is the Rhythm & Blues for their 18 An- Arietta Ward, Lady Kat-True won’t want to miss. one time of year that most of us celebrate family and friends with love. nual Christmas concerts, Dec 8 Blue, Rae Gordon, Ellen Whyte, Claudette King, dubbed “The The bible tells us to imitate God as little children. Have you ever Bluz Queen” is the youngest seen a child try to adopt their father’s mannerisms, to look and act daughter of THE Ultimate Blues like him? That is what we are to do, we’re to act like God. Master, B.B. King and, if familial So the question is asked, how do we do that? How do we act like God? genes count for anything, she is Answer: Love! Love with all your heart, live with a heart of love, “on to something.” Claudette King love your enemies, love your neighbor as yourself. For God so loved can be described as dynamic, the world that he gave his only begotten son so that all who believed amplified and downright sassy. on him would have everlasting life. (John 3:16) Not only “did” God love, but the Bible tells us that God “is” love. I be- She exudes a confidence that lieve that one of the things that we “see through a glass darkly” about at perhaps was born of her struggle this present time, and that we will see clearly about when we are face to to prove who she is and at the face with him, is the depth of his love. There are people, and I do know same time carve out her own many of them, that walk in love the other 11 months of the year also. identity. Inheriting her father’s gift Be one of those people, be willing to suffer a little wrong for someone else’s for music, Claudette sang in glee sake. If you have a problem with someone, go out of your way to resolve it. clubs and the choir of Reverend Even if you are not the one in the wrong, you be the one to apologize. Brown’s Baptist church grow- If you haven’t said “I love you,” to someone who needs to hear it, Claudette King ing up in the San Francisco Bay don’t let the sun set without saying it. We are not guaranteed tomor- Area. “My inspiration is my dad”, row, we are not even guaranteed our next breath. Regret can last a says Claudette, who was also lifetime, so avoid it at all costs. This Christmas season, anger slowly, praise swiftly and love deeply. mindful of how her father was God Bless you all and Merry Christmas! constantly on the international Here are some things you might enjoy during this Christmas Season around Portland: concert circuit as the tireless Christmas at the Pittock Mansion: Follow this link to the information “Ambassador of the Blues.” Lis- for this Christmas season: http://pittockmansion.org/events/symbolsof- Dance tening to the radio and her moth- theseason/?gclid=CjwKEAiA9s_BBRCL3ZKWsfblgS8SJACbST7DJP er’s collection of record albums, 6JzTDEsh0rIxG7JnU_lcOQPlNbOFeQvIkbMmPPjxoCqBTw_wcB Instructor she soaked up the joyous singing Follow this link to the events calendar for this Christmas season: of notables like Aretha Franklin, http://www.events12.com/portland/december/ Specializing in Chaka Khan, Michael Jackson Dec. 3 - Lincoln Brewster (“There is Power”, “Made New”) and special and Mahalia Jackson. guests East Hill Worship ring in the Christmas season with an evening Concerts are slated on Dec. of holiday classics, worship and original songs. Join us for The Fish Choreography Family Christmas on Saturday, Dec. 3 at East Hill Church in Gresham, 8 at Trails End Saloon, 7 p.m. Ore. See more at: http://thefishportland.com/content/station-events/the- 1320 Main St., Ore. City ; and fish-family-christmas-lincoln-brewster-2016#sthash.ZIV1YEb6.dpuf for Bands Dec. 11 at Carvlin Hall at St Phil- Dec. 10, 7 p.m. - Georgene Rice & Friends - Christmas by Can- lip Neri Church, 6 p.m., 2408 dlelight, Calvary Chapel Portland -9100 S.W. Wilshire St, Portland, & Singers S.E. 16th & Division. OR 97225. 93.9 KPDQ’s own Georgene Rice (The Georgene Rice Tickets are available at www. Show, Portland’s Singing Christmas Tree), and special guests, will per- Call nwwomenblues.com. For form an evening of classic and original Christmas music. See more at: more details about tickets and http://kpdq.com/eventsinfo/default.aspx?id=14335#sthash.FgUsUiah.dpuf 503-676-4198 sponsorship, please contact Stephen A. Johnson, Master’s Peace Ministries, 214 S. 4th St., Jamie 503-319-1333 Central Point, OR 97502. 503-871-0235 www.mpmin.org

Page 4 December 2016 Michael Allen Harrison lifts spirits, shares music w/struggling families A partnership between local chari- in need, twice the number of free making a difference and BCS is one ties and benefactors will provide tick- tickets that were available to last that really exemplifies partnership ets for hundreds of families to attend year’s shows. Many of the families and empowerment,” says Harrison. Michael Allen Harrison’s Christmas at attending the holiday concerts will Harrison also reaches out to the the Old Church concerts Dec. 10-26. come from Birch Community Ser- Salvation Army, veterans’ groups Over the years, businesses and vices (BCS), a non-profit organiza- and others. Through the support of foundations have sponsored the tion founded by Barry and Suzanne corporate and individual sponsors, series to allow members of the Birch. BCS, also celebrating its Harrison says the performers “have community to attend the perfor- 25-year anniversary, offers , the ability to share the warmth of mances – people who might not clothing and financial management holiday spirit with people from all otherwise have the financial ability classes to working-poor families. walks of life – it is a gift for all of us!” to purchase tickets. In a recent article in the Gresham The 2016 shows (22) will include In 2015, the concert series cel- Outlook, BCS Board Chair Mark performances by regular cast ebrated its 25th anniversary, break- Childs said that organization’s members, members of Harrison’s ing all attendance records, playing “strategy of partnership with work- family, Julianne Johnson, Israel An- to thousands of concert-goers over ing, struggling families, who fall noh, Bill Lamb and Haley Johnsen, its 25-show run at the Old Church, between the cracks, has enabled American Idol. New additions to the 1422 S.W. 11th, Portland, Ore., BCS to foster a culture of dignity show this year include We Three, a phone: 503-222-2031. and accountability, giving the op- family of multi-talented siblings from This year, thanks to special dona- portunity to instill hope and provide McMinnville and The Mallory Family tions by Sure ID and the Hedinger product from family to family.” from Sherwood. There will also be Family Foundation, there will be This year will be the first year a special appearance by Thomas 2,000 free tickets offered to families working with BCS and for Harrison, Ellis, son of guitarist Tim Ellis, a lo- the relationship is personal. When cal music icon who passed away of a close friend was going through cancer earlier in 2016. tough times many years ago work- To sponsor a family, email to ing full-time as a single parent, she [email protected], or call (503) 568- was able to make ends meet with 9134. For tickets, go to www.michaelal- the help of BCS. “There are many lenharrison.com or BCS website http:// wonderful organizations out there www.birchcommunityservices.org.

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Wayne Richards & Southern Nights New CD harnesses feelings to create lyrics of sheer poetry ED the HANDYMAN By Michael P Jones songs that could only be written by on when it comes to their own life. recording project. This appears to be Richards. The lyrics reveal a believ- The song Moving On is another a story about a friend who has gone When Wayne Richards collects his able story about sailing for the sands that is pure country from its begin- away and left a major void in the lives for Hire 503-847-5435 thoughts and harnesses these writ- of Mexico on a Louisiana shrimp boat ning to ending note. Sung by Miller, of those he affected. In reality, this ten feelings together in lyrics that are and meeting a beautiful woman when it’s another tune that reveals the was a friend of Richards’ who retired Small truck service, linked with music, it is sheer poetry. you reach the southern shores of your depth of the band. as a pastor from his church. The mu- Add a few great musicians and a tal- destination. There are two lines that If You Believe is still another fi ne sic and lyrics of this track make one hauling, moving, pressure ented vocalist to help interpret what’s seep through the great music of this country song featured on ...Notes think about those special people that created and you have a great CD. track that are so true in living one’s From A Journal. It’s beautiful in every have infl uenced and touched lives. washing,spray painting, This is an oversimplifi ed description life: “...when you got no choice but way and sung by Miller. Listening to this thought-provoking of ...Notes From A Journal, the lat- you got to choose...” or, ”I don’t have Richards’ refl ective Just Another Day tune is like fi nding a journal and read- lawn service & more. est release from Wayne Richards & a plan, just doin’ the best I can...” is another favorite song. The hard- ing someone’s personal thoughts. Southern Nights, which may be one The interweaving guitar work in the ships of a struggling working person The kind of songs that are featured of the band’s best releases to date. song Lucky is so musically interesting are revealed in this musical journal. on ...Notes From A Journal are those outstanding musicians, along with the Listening to the songs of ...Notes and complimenting to the lyrics. The How many times has anyone said “... that have made Richards so popular. songwriting abilities of Richards, have From A Journal is much like acciden- Mexican guitar is enhanced by the just another day coming to an end...” This is a recording project that is created an amazing CD. tally discovering someone’s journal lead guitar work, a very beautiful tune. as they crawl into bed so tired only to probably the best ever by Wayne This album was also a joint engi- and reading their personal thoughts; Cozumel is another beautiful song realize that they’re going to get up the Richards & Southern Nights, and neering effort between a Portland, only in this particular case, it is listen- that enriches this CD. Richards has next morning and start all over again is defi nitely one that needs to be Ore. and a Garland, Texas, com- ing to these words through songs that a special talent for telling a story on tasks that may not be very exciting heard and refl ected on. These are pany. These were Brent Rogers at are captured in a recording project by through music. The songs are always or creatively rewarding, but have to be 13 songs that need to be cherished Rex Recording in Portland and Mike Wayne Richards and Southern Nights. thought-provoking and magical. done if you’re going to survive. because they are that special. McClain at McClain’s Recording in Wayne Richards and Southern Nights The song Sweeter is a brilliant The track Texas Underground is The creativity of ...Notes From A Garland. Their combined talents have created another CD that is, like country song sung by female vocalist the only song on the recording proj- Journal is a team effort by the mem- helped to enhance the best ele- their others, remarkable. This recording K.J. Miller. Wow! can only describe ect that was not written by Richards. bers of Wayne Richards and Southern ments of...Notes From A Journal project, however, seems to be more this great tune that is an obvious It was written by the late Dave Carter, Nights. They are: Brent Rogers on and make the fi nal project what it is. personal and revealing than the others standout and a defi nite favorite that is an incredible singer-songwriter who bass and harmonies; K.J. Miller, rec- This album is a masterpiece, from its whose songs were more funny or rowdy fi lled with great tracks. This is clearly left this world far too early. Richards ognized by Richards as an “extraordi- lyrics and accompanying music, to its than this one. Again, listening to...Notes a song that is a favorite, whether it’s interprets this tune in his own special nary singer,” shares in the vocals; Bob high production values and immense From A Journal is like actually discover- live or captured on a CD. way that makes it his own. Hirschman, with his incredible lead creativity. Richards is at his creative ing someone’s journal, which in this Listening is Richards at his abso- Folksinger is about a simple folk- guitar work and perfection in making best as he interweaves his stories case belongs to songwriter Richards; lute very best. The accompanying singer, if there are any such kind. musical magic with his performances; through this musical maze. The lyrics and reading his personal thoughts that harmonica reveals itself just at the The song is beautiful and refl ective. and the musician behind the scenes of these 13 tracks are clever and tend were intended for no one but him. right time and adds just the right in- Once again, it’s a story told in music that keeps the beat going, percus- to pull you into each tune as you anx- There are 13 thought-provoking gredient amongst the other fabulous as only Richards can deliver. sionist Bob Pearson on drums. These iously listen for what happens next. songs corralled on ...Notes From A instrumentation. This illustrates just The title track, Notes From A Jour- Journal. Wayne Richards and South- how perfect a song can be. nal, is still another one of Richard’s ern Nights may be at their very best Please Jesus is another one of special songs that he somehow keeps David Currey: Guitarist/Singer with this recording project. those great country songs that fea- creating. There is a story that is un- Singer/Songwriter The band is bursting at the tures the voice of vocalist Miller. It’s veiled on this track as it reveals the seams with creativity. 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Page 6 December 2016 Rivershore Bar & Grill provides Karaoke, delicious dinner specials, happy hour prices

By Kane Taylor ways the N.E. clam chowder. Many video lottery games of- The dinner menu lists entrée fered, as well as other game On a recent Saturday, the salads like seared salmon cae- machines. Ask about their Rivershore Hotel Bar provided sar, blackened top sirloin, and a “Party Package Special Buffet!” nice opportunities for patrons Rivershore salad with candied KJ Luke, a sound pro and from all over the area to sing walnuts, kalamata , cran- excellent Karaoke host, fosters their favorite songs, backed by berries and gorgonzola . a very comfortable and upbeat great KJ Luke. His all-pro sys- Café meals include cod and atmosphere. His outfi t is avail- tem was basically “inherited” chips, boneless fried chicken able for any venue around from the previous generation of and a pulled pork sandwich, town, so be sure to ask him Unique Entertainment. plus a list of dishes. Half- about it. Not only is the setting Located at 1900 Clackamette pound burgers, a blackened upscale and cozy at the same Drive in Oregon City, the Riv- salmon burger, prawn , time, there is even room for a ershore is easy-access from crab cakes, halibut fi sh and few energetic swing dancers. KJ Luke (Photo by Kane Taylor) I-205 at the Downtown Oregon chips, and a stuffed salmon This writer enjoyed performing City exit. Well-lit and generous dish are more of the choices. a couple of favorite tunes and Boogie Cat Productions off-street parking are featured, Slow-roasted prime rib is a the audience was friendly. Presents: as well as the hotel and din- regular offering, as well as a It’s a very nice way to spend NORMAN SYLVESTER BAND ing room. Karaoke on Fridays list of and chops, such an evening, any day of the Appearing focuses on “Top 40” tunes and as center-cut top sirloin, rack of week, especially on Karaoke Dec 3 Elsinore Theater, 9 am Saturdays are “Old Skool”, with lamb and a surf ‘n’ turf plate. nights. The access off the I- Vinyl Tap, 8:30 pm both sessions starting at 9 p.m. An extensive wine list is in 205 freeway or surface streets Dec 9 R ogue Pub, 9 pm SEE BANDSTAND Bar Manager Joe Versoza, residence, along with specialty is easy and well-lit. Parking is Dec 10 Spare R oom, 9 pm FOR MORE both professional and person- cocktails like the Cadillac Mar- ample. Food is abundant and Dec 11 Norman guest with Soul Filled SEE BANDSTAND able, pointed out some specials garita and the Oregon Manhat- FOR MORE prices are reasonable. Drop in, Christmas @ Unity Center, 3 & 6 pm offered in the bar. This place tan featuring Pendleton Whis- have a snack, a meal, a spe- has a lot going on! key. Many beers are on tap or Dec 16 Clyde’s, 9 pm cial or favorite drink, and may- Sundays offer the house spe- bottled, after-dinne wines also, Dec 17 Mac’s Place, Silver ton, 9 pm be even check out the dessert cialty at a special rate: Slow- plus the dessert tray. (For addresses, see Bandstand Page 2) tray. For more information call roasted prime rib is available For special occasions, a ban- For Bookings & Event Planning 503-419-7093 [email protected] 503-655-5155 or visit www.Riv- nightly as well. Their “Happy quet room can seat from 30-150 ershoreRestaurant.com. Tell Meow Boogie Cat Hotline 503-281-5989 Hour” menu 9-6 daily, 8-9 Sun- people. A special football menu Meow Joe and Luke you read it here! www.normansylvester.com day-Thursday and 9-11 p.m. is offered, and the bar menu Friday and Saturday. Different includes a monster pretzel with entrées, most under $5.95, stone-ground mustard. You’ll include a 1/3 lb. cheeseburger never go away hungry, no mat- and sweet and spicy chicken. ter who wins the game! Appetizers include steamer At least four large-screen TVs clams, sautéed mushrooms in are mounted overhead around creamy , sea scal- the bar area and the table seat- lops wrapped in bacon and al- ing features upholstered chairs.

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Page 6 December 2016 December 2016 Page 7 Travel Excursion - Victoria B.C. Magical city inspires Christmas holiday adventures

By Patrice Raplee sounds of live holiday piano splendor. Make sure to visit with awesome Christmas lights or foot, take the Black Ball M.V. music and a warming fire in the Craigdarroch Castle’s website and intriguing window displays. CoHo Ferry from Port Ange- As dusk settles on a crisp, hearths, it is time to relax and (under events and programs) for Make sure to keep your eye out les to Victoria’s inner harbor. winter’s evening, brightly colored enjoy the delectable desserts their holiday calendar of events for Father Christmas, who also The passage is 90 minutes lights twinkle across the city and created by Executive Pastry that include a one-man-act of likes to take strolls along the and there are incredible photo the sound of carolers echoes in Chef AJ Thalakkat. Several of a Christmas Carol and holiday city’s downtown streets. opportunities from the snow- the distance. Excited shoppers the treats include rum-cured music. For additional informa- If you go, here is a list of shops capped Olympic Mountains to New Iberians pause to exclaim at breath-taking Christmas cake, vanilla bean tion, visit www.thecastle.ca. and cafes you won’t want to whale-watching year-round, holiday displays and the tantaliz- Scottish shortbread and a host Have you ever wondered what miss: Roger’s Chocolates, Mur- especially in spring and fall. ing aroma of fresh-baked pastries of delectable pastries and choc- it was like at Christmas in the chies Tea and Coffee, Munro’s For additional information, visit and steamy coffee fills the air. It olate inspirations that melt in 1800s? The Royal BC Museum Books, Silk Road Tea Room, www.cohoferry.com. is Christmas time in this beautiful your mouth. After your sumptu- invites guests to explore Christ- Chintz & Company and the in- For a comprehensive list of and magical city of Victoria, B.C. ous tea, take a stroll around the mas in Old Town. This perma- comparable Patisserie Daniel holiday events, sites and excit- Victoria, British Columbia, Empress and admire the hotel’s nent exhibit with authentic arti- on Cook Street (the best French ing activities and promotions, captivates visitors with it charm- annual Festival Of Trees. This facts was designed to represent pastries in Western ). check out Victoria’s fantastic Ad- ing British influence, gorgeous year, 20 remarkable Christmas life in Victoria’s late 1800s. The For a comfortable and scenic vent Calendar, www.tourismvic- gardens, parks, museums, fabu- trees line the hotel’s halls with town features wood-cobbled way to arrive in Victoria by car toria.com/christmas. lous shopping and lovely hotels themes to make you laugh, sigh streets, a silent movie theater, a and B&Bs. This harbor city is at the beauty or garner a smile hotel to walk around, numerous especially enchanting during the with the shear creativeness. In shops, a post office and apoth- season when Christmas bac- addition, to experience the rest ecary. For the holiday season, chanalia prevails and the city of the Festival Of Trees display, the museum decorates the becomes a traveler’s holiday visit the Bay Centre in Victoria town in a traditional Victorian destination. From Christmas At (three blocks away from the style that will delight visitors Butchart Gardens to decorated Empress). The annual display of all ages. Make sure to visit Victorian Castles and Festive Af- in support of BC Children’s Hos- the historical Helmcken House ternoon Tea at the Empress Ho- pital Foundation, features 65 that lies adjacent to the main tel, Victoria offers an abundance sponsored trees, uniquely deco- museum for an Old-Fashioned of enticing activities! rated by local businesses, orga- Christmas. It is one of the old- Butchart Gardens resides on nizations and individuals decking est homes in Victoria and be- 55 acres of floral splendor and the halls of level two and three. longed to a physician and one leads visitors through pathways While you are here, be sure to of Victoria’s founding fathers, of established, themed gardens. donate to vote for your favorite John Helmcken. For additional The gardens are magnificent, es- tree. For additional information information, visit www.royalbc- pecially during the holidays with on the Empress Festive After- museum.bc.ca. Christmas At Butchart Gardens. noon Tea and Festival Of Trees, Many of Victoria’s downtown In the evening, Butchart offers a visit www.fairmont.com/empress- hotels present annual holiday magical realm of enchantment victoria. www.thebaycentre.ca. themes and events for visi- with stunning, multi-hued lights For holiday activities in a Victo- tors. A burgeoning tradition by throughout the gardens and ice- rian theme, Craigdarroch Castle locals and visitors is to start at skating under the stars on their and the Royal BC Museum both the Inn At Laurel Point for the outdoor ice rink. It is one of the offer a wonderful period expe- National Gingerbread Show- most popular lighted holiday gar- rience. Craigdarroch Castle, case and then continue on to dens in the world and a must-see located on Joan Crescent, was the next holiday-themed hotel. if you visit during Dec. 1-Jan. 6. originally built between 1887 The Fairmount Empress Hotel For additional information, visit to 1890 for Robert Dunsmuir, a displays their lovely Festival of www.butchartgardens.com. Scottish Coal Baron. Although Trees and the Chateau Victo- The Fairmount Empress Hotel Dunsmuir passed away before ria delights with prize-winning is known globally for its beauty his castle was completed, his holiday decorations. In addition, and history, as well as a splendid wife and children lived in the Chateau Victoria presents their Afternoon Tea. However, during castle with its 36 rooms. Today, popular annual Pancakes with the month of December each 29 of the castle rooms are open Mr. and Mrs. Claus for family year, the Empress features a for viewing and, during the fun on Dec. 3; proceeds from scrumptious Festive Afternoon month of December each year, the event are donated to Times Tea served in the lovely grand the castle is decorated in breath- Colonist Christmas Fund. For Tea Lobby. With the gentle taking, full Victorian Christmas additional information visit, www.laurelpoint.com; www. Father Christmas on Government St. in Victoria fairmont.com/empress-victoria; (Photo by Patrice Raplee) www.chateauvictoria.com. A stroll in the evening reveals the city’s illuminated holiday Patrice Raplee is a monthly columnist for the grandeur, especially in Centen- nial Square. Each year, the square is transformed with Award-Winning “Offbeat Travel” and a travel radio multi-colored lighted trees, inter- active wall displays, ice skating correspondent, as well as a member of the North rinks and this year, a 65-foot tall, brilliantly-lit ferris wheel. American Travel Jornalists Association, International Take a ride to the top for great city views and photos. More- over, Government Street and Food Wine & Travel Writers Association & Recording Academy Fort Street offer a host of excel- lent holiday shopping, but are http://www.travel-excursion.com Centennial Square in downtown Victoria (Photo by Patrice Raplee) even more impressive at night

Page 8 Bay Centre Festival of T rees (Photo courtesy of The Bay Centre) Christmas at Butchart Gardens (Photo by Patrice Raplee) December 2016 At Gilhooligan’s Loose Change Veteran band Loose Change entertains crowd with incredible skill By George Dant for the younger crowd and many of fantastic in flavor and fun – their 50/50 cals are perfect for the music they play. song Who’ll Stop the Rain showed off Portland native beers. To your immedi- one-third pound burger. This writer A cross of Arlo Guthrie and John Prine is their vocal harmony. The guitar skill Rich in history, Gilhooligan’s, 10810 N.E. ate left in the corner is a good-sized doesn’t know if Gilhooligan’s owner the best way to describe his voice. Grant was incredible all the way through. Sandy Blvd, Portland Ore., has brought stage, sufficient to place a drum riser Aaron Wright invented this, or his cook- spoke of a story of how he got his 12- Once over the shock of hearing four su- great food, family fun and entertainment in the back corner of the stage. The ing engineering team came up with the string Rickenbacker guitar. The story is per guitarists blow you away and focusing back to Parkrose. Loose Change played to front stage is large enough to hold this cure for a hassle-free bacon burger. best told by him on the first Thursday of once again on Knapp’s drums, there are an enthusiastic crowd there recently. night’s four guitarists from Portland’s “The 50/50 burger” is 50% of their own every month on stage at Gilhooligan’s. several elements melding together. One Driving west up Sandy Boulevard, very own Loose Change. blended hamburger and 50% bacon. It has been a spell since this writer is his small drum kit, how well it is tuned, Gilhooligan’s is not hard to find. All you The rest of the bar is an expanse There you go folks, a true bacon burger. had the pleasure of hearing a phe- the style and the microphone he uses and need to do is look at the roof tops, where of a room. The back right side has Loose Change reaches back 27 years, nomenal drummer bending the beat the symbol selection. All these things are you will see #43 Richard Petty’s stock three pool tables with ample room when veteran guitarist Dale Turnbull to four super guitarists, stretched from a must-have for percussion. Knapp has car; then you’ve found Gilhooligans. to get around them. The layout and joined Derek Daggett, another well- one end of the stage to the other. The mastered all of them. See them Dec. 1. Walking through the front door, you décor invites you into a warm and known guitarist. Drummer M. Knapp mere depth of this band is incredibly Gilhooligan’s Bar and Grill is a fun will find a long “L” shaped oak bar. Be- comfortable evening of fun. went along with these two guitarists. striking. From the first chord of the place to visit. (See Music on Tap Page hind the bar this particular night was The venue has 24 entrees. One of Grant Remington joined them with song Poncho & Lefty, they nailed it, 2 for music schedule and ad below for Miss Andrea serving cocktails, sodas their specials this writer found was rhythm guitar and lead vocals. His vo- chord change to chord change. The New Year’s Eve party info.)

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December 2016 Page 9 1st Saturdays of the month CI Bar & Grill boasts unique variety show What do you get when you always dreamed of creat- Expected to perform in be- take one of the Northwest’s ing an unpredictable variety tween Thrillride’s eclectic set most popular show bands, show here in the Portland of multi-genre, dance-party throw in a popular N.W. ac- area. And his dream has tunes are a myriad of acts tor singing campfi re songs, come true, thanks to the like the ones listed above. A renaissance musician open-mindedness of CI Bar Regulars include NW actor singing Irish drinking songs, and Grill, the support of his Glen Baggerly, belting out a beautiful opera singer, an bandmates and an incred- classic rock and country sing- up-and-coming folk-rock ible bunch of unique acts a-long “campfi re songs.” Sir singer, a juggler, a beat that simply want a venue and Matthew strums his guitar poet/rapper and who knows audience to show off their and shares bawdy Irish drink- who else? You get one of amazing talents. The result ing songs from his childhood. the most unique and enter- is a special night of the most Grace, “The Voice,“graces taining variety shows every unpredictable, unique and everyone with a couple awe- fi rst Saturday at CI Bar & fun shows in the area. inspiring opera classics. Grill in Tualatin! “The upcoming show on Local up-and-coming folk- Sam Harmon, lead singer Saturday, Dec. 3 should rock recording artist Dustin of the band Thrillride, has be a blast!,” says Harmon. Conant shares his fantastic originals. Recording artist Hewett Word blows your mind with some very hip and cerebral beat poet/acoustic- driven rap, Bill “The Crazy,” juggles who knows what. Even a guy named Moody may show up and drop some sexy Shakespeare on you. If you’d like to share your Its Time for a New Updo for the Holidays unique act at one of the Ask For Sheryl 503-666-6866 upcoming shows, send an email to Harmon at Tattoo & Ear/Body Piercing Studio / Cosmetic & Custom Design [email protected]. Simply be dang good at what you do. The more unique, the better! Saturday night, Dec. 3, Thrillride Variety Show starts a little earlier at 8 p.m. at CI Bar and Grill, 18786 S.W.Boones Ferry Rd. in Tualatin. It is highly recom- mended you get there a little early to claim a seat.

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