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...from the editor Social BOLT UPRIGHT LISA MANN cont. Sun Bolt Upright @ Area 52, SE w/Sonny Hess @ Downtown Es- Here we are again for the third month online! We’re still at 11 52nd & Bybee, 4-7 / Jam @ Mon- tacada Summer Celebration, 8:30 pages, but with more beautiful photos and content. Be sure to check Dance tavilla Station, 417 SE 80th (N. of 28 Band @ Mt Tabor Park Summer out writer/photographer Patrice Raplee’s Travel Excursion on Page Stark), 9:30-1:30 Concerts, SE Salmon, 6:30 6. We featured her work on a full page this month featuring the heav- July 3 Spud Monkey’s Bar & Grill, 31 Band @ Highway 99 Blues enly island of Kauai, Hawaii. Her photos are exquisite! 17312 NE Halsey Club, 1414 Alaskan Way, Seattle, Friends Lauree Carlsen, Taska Barlow & Cliff Smith joined me at 5 Ashbolts Beats Workin’ @ Wa- WA, 8 the Muddy Rudder recently to hear the fabulous Lloyd Jones doing a at terfront Blues Festival Crossroads Aug 1 Lisa Mann Trio @ Great solo gig. We were lucky to get a table in the packed house filled with Ankeny Street Stage, SW Naito Parkway, 8-9:15 Summer Chef-Off, Bladberry Farm, folks to hear Lloyd on his guitar & fine vocals. His tunes included 11 Montavilla Station, 417 SE 80th Sauvie Island, 6 Blue Monday, I Wish She’d Cry for Me, Good Mornin’ Little School- Studio (N of Stark) 2 Band @ Cascade Blues Associa- girl, You’re Gonna Miss Me When I’m Gone, I Believe in You and Lou SE 9th & Ankeny www.boltupright.net tion Summer Picnic, Tomahawk Reed’s Ain’t That Lovin’ You Baby (dancers took to the floor for this Moorage @ Columbia Crossing, one!) Lauree commented, “It’s a concert right in front of us!” The ED NEUMANN & FRIENDS NE Tomahawk Island Dr, 3:20-4:20 intimate room was the perfect place for Lloyd’s type of music. During Lessons at 5pm Sun Jam @ Bradford’s, 10346 www.lisamannmusic.com the second set, Cliff pulled out his harmonica case & joined Lloyd NE Halsey, 8 for a few tunes on harp….what a treat! Lloyd informed us that he was Dance ‘til 9pm Mon (1st & 3rd Mon) Blue MIKE BRANCH BAND preparing for a tour of Denmark, Holland & Germany soon. Hopefully, Monday @ The Lehrer, 8775 SW July 2-4 Chinook Winds, Lincoln City they won’t keep him there long, we will miss him! $7.50 per Person Canyon Lane, 7 10-11 Hollywood’s Hot Rod Bar & Friend & drummer Ed Jordan joined me at the Long Beach Peninsula Grill, NE 108th & Sandy ERIC ALLEN BAND 17-18 Spot Bar & Grill, Vancouver, WA for three days of wonderful sunshine. We also discovered we could fish th in the canal, where they stocked 4,000 trout in May. Ed was in seventh July 5, 24 Blue Room, 8145 SE 82nd 25 Mike’s 5 Annual Birthday Riot @ M&M Lounge, 137 N Main, Gresham heaven & caught three fish for our breakfast. We always eat well when 17 45th Street Pub www.mikebranchband.com we are at the coast and also enjoyed barbecued spareribs & chops, THE FENIX PROJECT salmon, cheese omelettes, fresh guacamole & Ed’s special cocktails. Wed Blues/R&B Jam @ Blue NAMOMI TATSUOKA We viewed a beautiful beach sunset the first night & played our usual Diamond, 2016 NE Sandy July 4 Waterfront Blues Festival, marathon of Yahtzee throughout the weekend. Ed won again this time, Waterfront Park, 2:15-3 but I kept him on his toes. Next time, I’m hoping for a better outcome. GOLD DUST 11 Ballardtown Billiards, Forest Grove Be sure to read the article on Moonalice, Page 8. Unfortunately I was at July 10 7 Cecars Casino, 270756 17-18 Kahneeta Resort the coast when they performed, but writer Merridawn Duckler was able Hwy 101, Sequim, WA 22 Medford Summer Parks to cover the show & did a fine job on the article. I did listen to the concert ED the HANDYMAN 11 Rainier Days in Park Festival, Concsrts, Medford th archives series of 3 CDs called Moonalice Friday the 13 of June 2014 all Rainier City Park, Rainier, OR, 5-7 31 Spud Monkey’s, NE Halsey the way to & from the coast and truly enjoyed their music. Especially no- 18 Sokol Blosser Winery, 5000 table are Down The Road Apiece, Nick of Time, Who Can Say & Moonalice NE Sokol Blosser Lane, Dayton, NEW IBERIANS Legend. On the 2nd & 3rd CD, I really appreciated their versions of Lucy for Hire 503-847-5435 OR, 6:45-8:45 July 1 Waterfront Blues Festival in the Sky with Diamonds; and the guitar work in Layla, among others. Aug 1 Tualatin Crawfi sh Festival Pre-Opening Night Party @ The Be sure to check out their website & purchase a CD or two….they have @ Tualatin Community Park, 8515 Hotel Rose, 50 SW Morrison, 8 many… plus merchandise like T-shirts & hoodies. The artwork on their Small truck service, hauling, moving, SW Tualatin Rd, Tualatin, 2-4 www.newiberians.com posters is outstanding and they give them away to all concert-goers, 8 Coach’s Bar & Grill, 10162 SW each one an original for that particular show. They gave me a large book Park Way, Portland, 9-12:30 NOBODY’S SWEETHEART of the brilliant, colorful posters & they truly are incredible! 22 Kathken Vineyards, 5739 Or- July 3-4 Hollywood’s Hot Rod Bar th This has been a rough week for me as I was involved in an auto ac- pressure washing,spray painting, chards Heights Rd NW, Salem, 7-10 & Grill, NE 108 & Sandy cident last Saturday evening. Although I didn’t sustain any injuries, 29 Irishtown Public House, Van- 17 Lexi’s Pizza Pub, 1613 West- my passengers Lauree & cousin Maryann are sore & suffering as the couver, WA, 9:30-1:30 side Hwy, Kelso, WA nobodyssweetheart.net impact was on their side of the car. Thank God for no broken bones or golddustpdx.com worse. My poor car was totaled though & I’m slightly underwater since lawn service & more. NORMAN SYLVESTER BAND I’ve only had it for a little over a year. Time for a new, used one already! GREG RASCHIO & THE ARCHIVES July 3 Confl uence Winery, 19111 Be sure to check out all the festivals coming up in this issue, includ- July 4 Happy Birthday Sue! NW 67th Ave, Ridgefi eld, WA, 6 ing the Waterfront Blues Festival and after hours parties; Cathedral THE INSENSITIVES 8 Dawson Park, 2900 N Williams Ave, 6 Park; Ilwaco Blues & Seafood; & Newberry Event. July 17-18 Warehouse 101 @ Mill 11 Relay for Life, noon / Missis- It is with great sorrow to hear of renowned bassist Jimmy Lloyd Rae’s Reasonable rates Casino, Coos Bay OR sippi Street Fair, N Shaver & passing. As a long-time friend & fan, I remember way back at the begin- 25 Birthday Party @ River Mississippi St, 6 ning of PE&D in the late ‘70s, when he was on the cover with the Pete Roadhouse, 11921 SE 22nd & 17 Cathedral Park Festival, Under Karnes Band. May he “Rest in Peace.” McLoughlin, Milwaukie St Johns Bridge, Philadelphia Ave ‘Til next time, God Bless You...... 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Page 2 July 3, 2015 Naomi T fills room at Biddy McGraw’s with powerful vocals in both originals and covers On a recent Saturday night, a one will first notice an excellent crowd was assembling at Biddy Article & Photo whiskey and bourbon selection, McGraw’s at 6000 N.E. Glisan. by Abie Harding featuring over 16 different taps. On this particular night, they were The bartenders are friendly and all there to see Naomi Tatsuoka vocals (not to mention she played pour an ample drink while also ca- and her band formerly known as guitar and drums on a couple of tering to various food needs. The Soul Provider. The band took the songs). This show became even menu is substantial and the prices stage at 9:30, playing a nice mix more of a family affair when Nao- reasonable; the selection featured of original music and some well mi’s father Jun, who also did their everything from your basic bar fare orchestrated covers. Tatsuoka’s sound, jumped in to play a couple to more traditional Irish treats. room-filling vocals and solid voice songs with the rest of the band. While waiting for food, one has worked nicely for her special Last but not least, the band’s a chance to investigate the bar style of bluesy rock ‘n’ roll. One lead singer and namesake, Naomi further and will immediately no- could tell from the start that the Tatsuoka thrilled the crowd with her tice the ample seating with both band was having a great time. blistering vocals and boundless booths and small tables. Biddy’s Tatsuoka had a fantastic rapport energy. The strength of her voice offers room to relax and talk with with the crowd; her stage pres- and fantastic stage presence dem- friends, space to watch live music ence and banter further elicited onstrated how she earned a spot six nights a week; and if you’re in rapt attention from all. It was on the show American Idol. the mood to blow off steam, this obvious that those in attendance As the second set progressed, bar has a small game room with were there just to see her play. the band moved more into classic two pinball machines and some The band’s first set lasted for 45 rock covers. They kept the crowd stand-up arcade style games. In minutes before they took a short energized and even brought up a addition, there are two regulation break. By the time they came couple friends to do a song here dartboards and live Texas hold ‘em back at 10:30, the bar was filling and there. This set segued into style poker upstairs. When order- Naomi T debuts at Waterfront Blues up and the house started rockin’. kind of a relaxed jam before moving food, you immediately notice There were fans on the dance ing back into mostly original songs. the excellent portion size and the Festival for 4th of July performance floor and even people looking in After a short break, the band homemade flavor. This is no ordi- Naomi Tatsuoka, Soulful R&B and funky jazz original artist, performs at the windows from the street side. launched in to their third set. nary bar food, you could immedi- the annual Safeway Waterfront Blues Festival on the Miller Stage, July 4 Everyone was having the time During this third and final set, ately tell at first bite that the kitch- at 2:15 p.m. Performing with a sizzling 10-piece band, Tatsuoka is a com- of their lives. The band did a lot they kept up the same intensity en staff put care into every plate poser and entertainer with overwhelming support from the community. of jamming during and between and crowd-pleasing tunes that they deliver. The nachos are per- Quickly becoming recognized as the Pacific Northwest’s most unique songs, allowing for excellent the audience had previously en- fect as are the potato skins, each and exciting new act, Tatsuoka’s Independence Day set will include a showcase of their musical talent. joyed. Their raw talent and wall- prepared with some of Biddy’s fan- majority of original music from her debut album Flight of the Dragon and The guitar player Josh Makosky shaking vocals would leave any tastic homemade garlicky salsa. select previews from her upcoming EP, Golddust and Glue and feature is a very competent blues guitarist venue wanting more. As one relaxes and eats, you have her high-energy contemporary blues single Sugar. who also performed a nice rendi- At Biddy’s, one will be immedi- a chance to watch the band set- On Jan. 8, 2015, Tatsuoka made her national television debut on tion of Jimi Hendrix’ Little Wing. In ately struck by the homey feel of ting up on the bar’s small stage. FOX’s American Idol 2015. With a powerful rendition of Someone Like addition to the guitar player, this this bar at first glance. The soft Even with a spartan stage area, You by Adele, she left the judges in awe; they unanimously voted to band boasts excellent drummer lighting, original brick and long, this bar has great sound; and with send Tatsuoka through to the infamous Hollywood Week. Jimi Hardin, who keeps the beat wood bar make you feel trans- the band is so close, lends even “I think you threw everything in there, including the kitchen sink. I’m with the best of them and even ported back to a family pub in further to the homey feel. glad you did, Impressive!” – Harry Connick Jr. belted out a couple of nice covers. Ireland. To further complete this So, if you’re a fan of the blues In Hollywood, Calif, Tatsuoka was selected to be part of the “Top Bass player Chris Hale was a old Irish pub image, Biddy’s has and spot-on solid vocals, check 38 – Most Memorable” out of a pool of 150,000 approximate audi- master at the bass jam and kept straight from the Isle flags, posters out Naomi T. and her amazing tions. With Tatsuoka as frontwoman, the musicians backing her the crowd movin’, along with Tat- and scarves supporting various backing band; and if you’re into bring a tangible excitement to the stage. suoka’s sister Querra on backing teams and causes. At the the bar, great food, excellent drinks and Core band (see cover) consists of: Josh Makosky – guitar; Jimi Hardin a friendly atmosphere, come on – drums; Chris Hale – bass; Stevannah Mercer – vocals; Querra Tatsuo- Boogie Cat Productions out to Biddy McGraw’s. ka – vocals. Guest appearances are by: Mark Steele – keys (from LaR- Presents: NORMAN SYLVESTER BAND honda Steele); JT Thomas – guitar (from Lisa Mann’s Really Good Band); Space Mike Lambe – percussion; Cam Dutz – sax; Melissa Rister – vocals. Appearing For biography, full calendar, and samples of music visit www. July 3 Confluence Winery, 19111 NW 67th Ave, Ridgefield, WA, 6 naomitatsuoka.comIf you would like more information, please con- July 8 N orman w/The Linda Hornbuckle Band @ Daw son Par k, 2900 Available 2900 N Williams, 6 tact Querra Tatsuoka at 831.236.3405. 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Page 4 July 3, 2015 ‘In My Life’ discount tickets available until July 15! Beatles musical returns to Portland in October Award-winning musical biography As one watches The Beatles ers alongside Andy Nagle, says of The Beatles returns to Portland on progress throughout that decade, that a friend gave him a biography Oct. 15 at the Aladdin Theater. Dis- the band’s manager Brian Epstein on Epstein, which was the basis count tickets offered through July 15, (Murphy Martin) makes his pres- of the In My Life musical. “It took Musical retelling of The Beatles’ ence known throughout the musi- a while to get the pacing, but we story through the eyes of manager cal, narrating his side of the story are happy with the results,” Maher Brian Epstein features the live music of starting from his discovery of the says. Maher adds that he wanted renowned tribute band, Abbey Road. Fab Four at the Cavern Club in to make the portrayal as accurate Almost everyone knows that The Bea- Liverpool, up until after the release as possible, with the band using the tles are one of the most acclaimed bands of Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts exact gear from the box amps to the in rock and roll history. Their music has Club Band. Epstein plays a very guitars. Even the costumes they use the hypnotic qualities that made teenage important role in this show, not throughout the performance—from girls scream and artists today and yester- only because he was the man who the suits to the ensembles they wore day cite them as one of their infl uences. discovered the group, but he also during their Sgt. Pepper’s period— Nate Bott (“John”), Chris Paul Overall (“Paul”), While many don’t have the op- infl uenced their personal touch with mirror the originals designs. Axel Clarke (“Ringo”), & Jesse Wilder (“George”) portunity to see the two surviving audiences and, of course, their The show in Portland is part of a (Photo by Michelle Fairless) Beatles Paul McCartney or Ringo fashion sense. Who could forget 125 stop tour of the U.S. and Can- Starr live in concert these days, the the image of the four dressed up in ada. The show has been touring closest thing to watching an actual suits on their arrival at New York’s since 2008. The San Diego Theatre Beatles concert will be In My Life – A JFK Airport in 1964? Review called the show “the most Musical Theatre Tribute to the Bea- This show is not just about reliving original of all Beatles shows” and a tles. It will be presented at the Alad- the breakthrough Ed Sullivan Show “fl at out great show!” The Los Ange- din Theater on Thursday, Oct. 15 at performance on Feb. 9, 1964 that 78 les Times said “the show delivers,” 8 p.m. Tickets range from $30-$55, million people watched on television; and the Idaho Statesman said “this but a 20 percent discount is offered or reviving their deafening and packed is the ticket for you!” through July 15 with the coupon Shea Stadium concert in 1965, it also Tickets are regularly $30 - $55 but code “Beatles.” The show played to touches on the band’s intimate mo- are 20 percent off through July 15 a capacity audience at the Newmark ments in the recording studio. The with the coupon code “Beatles.” Theatre in Portland in June 2014. audience observes the four in the stu- Tickets may be purchased online You may think it’s just another dio as they struggle to reconcile their at www.aladdin-theater.com, by tribute band; no, because not all creative differences after Epstein’s phone at 503-234-9694 ext. 2 or at tribute bands are alike. This one death in 1967, a couple months after the Aladdin box offi ce. All seating portrays the Beatles—John Lennon the release of Sgt. Pepper. is reserved. The Aladdin Theater is (Nathaniel Bott), Paul McCartney As for inspiration for the musical, located at 3017 S.E. Milwaukie Ave, (Christopher Overall), George Har- Tom Maher, one of the co-produc- Portland, OR 97202. rison (Jesse Wilder) and Ringo Starr (Axel Clarke)—as authentically as Get Ready for Summer Festivals possible, from their singing to the myriad of guitars used throughout the Check All Our NEW Hair Colors band’s decade-long career. Listening Ask For Sheryl 503-666-6866 to songs like Penny Lane or I Want To Hold Your Hand from this tribute Tattoo & Ear/Body Piercing Studio / Cosmetic & Custom Design band is almost like listening to the original icons themselves. The cast members are age appropriate for the Beatles, between 22-32 years of age. While the great repertoire of songs bind this musical together, the audience also gets the opportunity to relive the most important moments of The Beatles’ epic legacy, which spans the entire 1960s period. The actors that portray the band members connect with the crowd through their lovable sense of humor and cheeky banter.

Page 4 July 3, 2015 July 3, 2015 Page 5 “Boogie Man” Pete Karnes Patrice Raplee’s Travel Excursion - Kauai, Hawaii Tropical delights draw hikers to explore Kauai, Hawaii’s hiking trails

Article & Photos by Patrice Raplee tain rainforest. There are varieties Another interesting and pictur- There are some excellent areas sider Joe’s on the Green for their of birds that frequent the trees esque hike located on the south to snorkel and dive on Kauai but lovely view and heavenly macada- Emerald green vistas, canopies on this hike and their continual shore is the Maha‘ulepu Heritage river runoff can stir up sediment mia nut pancakes with coconut syr- alive with birdsong and the pun- song adds tranquility to the hike. trail. This is an intermediate hike and and make for cloudy water. If you up. Their large and diverse menu gent scent of tropical flora draw Follow the trail until you reach a follows the shoreline for a majority plan to spend a good deal of your is impressive and you won’t be hikers to explore Kauai Hawaii’s small circular picnic area (about of the trail. Geological limestone visit focusing on water sports, disappointed. Joe’s is located just abundant hiking trails. The trail to- 25 minutes) with a covered table formations, wildlife, caves and cliff make sure you research the best off Poipu Road by the Kiahuna Golf pographies vary from coastlines, and bench. Panoramic views dis- views punctuate the gorgeous ocean time of year for your specific activi- Course. For additional information, valleys, ridges and jungles. All of play the varying landscapes from views. This is a wonderful trail even ties. Rough surf and bad weather visit www.joesonthegreen.com. the trails range from undemand- this vantage point. This is a great if you don’t want to hike it’s entirety can quickly turn your Kauai visit Ice cream is almost a necessity ing to difficult and finding the best place to bring a packed lunch. The (about four miles). Hike this trail in into a land vacation. The south in hot weather and the king of all hike to suit your fitness level will trail continues from this point and the morning before the crowds hit shore of the island tends towards creamy concoctions is Lappert’s. enhance your experience. turns into the ridge part of the hike the beaches and the heat of midday sunnier days and calmer shores. There are several locations on the Kuilau Ridge Trail, located on and the views are stunning! Tennis discourages a comfortable journey. Poipu beach is a great place for island, but the nicest is in Koloa the East side of the island, is an shoes are okay but if it’s muddy, The morning is peaceful and the families and snorkelers. Multitudes on the south shore. This ice cream incredibly beautiful hike with a light hiking boots will keep you hap- light is perfect for photography, so of colorful fish species swim within is handmade on the islands and constant but gentle incline. The pier. The trail is easy to intermedi- make sure to bring your camera. a hand’s reach. Divers also fre- you won’t find it on the main land. trail overlooks a lush river valley ate. For additional information, visit For additional information, visit quent the waters further offshore Try their dark roasted 100 percent and the mist enshrouded moun- www.kauai.com/kuilau-ridge-trail. www.hikemahaulepu.org. from Poipu. There are several Kona coffee; it’s spendy but worth competent and qualified dive com- it. For additional information, visit panies on the island for all ability www.lappertshawaii.com. levels, especially beginners. Two On the east shore, Caffé Coco is first-rate companies in south shore a little place off Kuhio Highway in with excellent reputations and ex- Wailua. It’s an outdoor Bistro-style perienced divers and instructors dinner café in a garden setting with are Seasport Divers, located in exceptional coffee, delicious plat- Poipu and Fathom Five Divers lo- ters and a healthy creative menu. In cated in Koloa. Both companies set the evening, live music is featured fair prices and provide safe, quality and if you bring your own wine or dive experiences all around the is- beer, there is a minimal corkage land. If you just want to snorkel and fee. For additional information, visit find secluded areas on the island, www.caffecocokauai.com. stop by Seasport Divers. They will Fruit stands are exceedingly pop- give you free maps showing the ular all over the island and a re- choicest locations and provide the freshing pick-me-up. The best and best time to snorkel in those loca- tastiest is Moloa’a sunrise on the tions. For additional information on northeast shore. It’s located right Seasport Divers and Fathom Five off Kuhio Highway on your right. Divers, visit www.seasportdivers. There is ample parking and picnic com www.fathomfive.com. tables in a park-like atmosphere A wonderful beach in calm to relax and enjoy the stand’s weather for swimming, snorkel- menu items. Moloa’a makes their ing, or just watching a slow sunset smoothies with island fruit and the is Ha’ena State Park, located at drinks are addictive. Try the Date road’s end on the north shore. with Fate for an amazing treat. Fruit stand - North Shore Kauai Green fauna- covered pinnacles Accommodations tower to the east of the beach, Accommodations on the island adding to the almost prehis- are expensive but deals are avail- toric tropical milieu. The beach is able even during the busy season crowded during the daytime, but with a little research. The most early evening to sunset the crowds popular areas are the south and thin out and it’s a perfect place to north beach areas. In Poipu, chain relax and stroll on the beach. hotels dominate the beachfront Restaurants and if you prefer these accommo- Kauai has a plethora of res- dations the Hyatt, Sheraton and taurants, pizzerias, cafes, coffee the Marriott are located right on the shops and fruit stands. Listed are a beach. Condos are also located few of the best paces by area. For beach front with the Kiahuna and upscale dinning with fabulous Ha- Poipu Kai taking top honors in the waiian fusion cuisine, try Roy’s lo- large, yet sculpted multiplexes. cated in south shore’s Poipu Shop- The top pick for a smaller condo ping Village. Although Roy’s is a stay in Poipu that is right across chain, presentation of the fare is from the ocean, is the Poipu Kapili. artful and perfectly prepared. The It is a wonderful and reasonably portions are small but luscious and priced place to stay with an unob- you won’t feel bloated in that new structed ocean view. The complex swimsuit you just purchased. Make features only a one medium sized reservations, as Roy’s is frequently swimming pool and a tennis court, busy. If you prefer casual family but the well-maintained rooms dining, visit Brennecke’s at Poipu and the grounds are kept scrupu- Beach Park. Their fish is wonder- lously clean and manicured. The ful, the ocean views are stunning privately owned units are tastefully and your kids won’t balk at the decorated and offer a multitude menu. For additional information, of amenities that the larger com- Kauai sunset visit www.poipushoppingvillage. plexes don’t have or will charge com www.brenneckes.com. a fortune for the same facilities. For a fabulous breakfast, con- Continued on Page 11

Poipu, Kauai Monarch butterfly - Kauai Page 6 July 3, 2015 2015 Blues & Seafood Festival heats up Port of Ilwaco, Wash. The Port of Ilwaco, Coast’s premier blues band. sade. This fearsome foursome blues and R&B classics. Wash.,comes alive Friday, Aug The Friday night headliner is is led by the husband-and wife As the headliner this year, all 14, 5-10 p.m. and Saturday, The Randy Oxford Band featur- team of Guitar Julie and bassist the way from the great state of Aug. 15, 4:30-10 p.m. for the ing Lady A. the band will show- Andy Strange; they are fortified Texas, is Hamilton Loomis. He 2015 Blues & Seafood Festival. case their own sophisticated by longtime partners guitarist is a non-stop, turbo-powered, A super line-up of talent is on brand of Chicago-style musi- Suburban Slim and drummer multi-instrumental talent that tap with Papa Rocket on Fri- cianship, daring arrangements Andy Gautheir. To add some guarantees to have everyone up day. Papa Salty is joining three of blues classics, Americana, salsa to the show, they’re bring swaying and clapping as soon Hudson Rocket veterans. The soul, R&B funky, rock, Motown along their dance troupe extraor- as he hits the stage. This is one “rocket” is fueled by founding and more. Friday will finish with dinaire, The Volcano Vixens. show you can’t miss. Hudson Rocket drummer/vocal- a not-to-be missed All-Star Jam The Ken DeRouchie Band, a Once again, the festival is ist Ken Johnson, Mike Taylor on and Trombone Fest. premier soul/R&B/and/blues out- working with Jazz & Oysters, bass and Ron Solomon on keys Up first on Saturday is The fit featuring a crisp horn section who are having an early show and saxophone. The “Papa” is Strange Tones. The magic of and a tight rhythm section and on Saturday, Aug. 15, just up a slimmed down Tim McAllister. this ensemble is fueled by four amazing five-part harmonies, the road in beautiful and his- Up next is the North Coast Bues players who are equally com- perform original music written toric Nahcotta. All in all, it’s and the Cadillac Horns, the Long pelled and driven to advance by DeRouchie, as well as a an incredible two days of out- Norman Sylvester Beach Peninsula/North Oregon their unique “Crime-a-Billy” cru- few handpicked twists on some standing music and fun! 3rd Annual Newberry Event Music & Arts Festival features Fishbone, Terry Robb Trio & much more Nestled in the shady pines, stage is at the Moto-garage; this fundraiser of any amount open meadows and cool aspens quality sound is from Sonic So- are greatly appreciated. Face- of Southern Deschutes County, lutions. The community comes book page www.facebook. the Third Annual Newberry together for fun and a heart to com/TheNewberryEvent Event Music & Arts Festival to raise non-profit funds to benefit shows last two year’s great Defeat MS is a three-day out- the Oregon Chapter National times. The 2015 Friday to Sun- door festival July 24, 25 and 26. Multiple Sclerosis Society. day performers lineup was just Between Sun River and La Camping all three days is posted. Nothing but good out- Pine, this limited ticket event highly recommended as you door festival fun is for a good feels like a private party. Come won’t want to leave, with the cause. Thanks for spreading dance and enjoy many genres myriad of vendors, food, fine the word around Portland. The of music – rock, blues, jazz, wine and Deschutes Brewery Newberry Event is “Positively reggae, zydeco and more. brews on site. More than just Entertaintertainment!” Adjacent to Quail Run Golf music, local artisans offer all- Course, get high on three days natural’ handcrafted goods. of awesome music from art- Their silent auction donations Classified ists Voice of Reason, Craig and your generous bids will Chaquico, Lino, Jelly Bread, help reach the goal of raising Wanted: Writers, pho- Fishbone FISHBONE, Pigs on the Wing, $10K to benefit the Oregon tographers to exchange Melody Guy, The New Iberians, Chapter National Multiple Scle- Inna Vision, The Steppas and rosis Society. services for advertising the Terry Robb Trio to name a See website www.newber- few. Local groups include Rum ryevent.com to buy early bird space. Cash commis- & the Sea, Broken Down Gui- discount tickets on sale now! sion paid for ad sales. tars, BUGS and others. Main This is a big undertaking for a Call 503-253-0513 stage is on the lawn; second small business, so donations to HAPPY 4TH OF JULY!

Page 6 July 3, 2015 July 3, 2015 Page 7 Moonalice pleases crowd at Alhambra Theater with Grateful Dead-inspired rock roots band By Merridawn Duckler template the infi nite possibilities of at all ironic to Roger McNamee the electric guitar. Everything about for whom Moonalice is adamantly No doubt the rock circuit is fl ush the band, the poster, the name, the about tribe and family and a with Grateful Dead-like, psyche- venue, the roadies suggests the “platform of creative people of all delic, rock and blues bands. And of kind of experience a concert-goer types.” It’s old-fashioned in values, these, there is no doubt some will can expect to have. But inside, in a crazy kind of way, because it have a lineup of the kind of sea- there are surprises. promotes not only trippy, hippie soned musicians who have played This writer talked to McNamee ideals, but that decades’ dream of New Iberians with everyone from Hot Tuna to while the crew loads in. He’s of united consciousness. The website John Fogerty. And, of these, no average height, a good looking guy is there to hold the memory of the one would be at all surprised to see with silver hair and round glasses. live experience. Totems matter. a group of devoted Facebook and After a single question, he goes Moonalice commissions a poster Twitter fans who follow that band straight into his life .He says he had for each show. In fact, when the like a school of spawning phish. always been a musician. But he band was deciding on a name, an But, if there is a Venn diagram of didn’t come from money, he went important factor was how it would Moonalice (Photo by Jamie Soja) Grateful Dead-inspired rock bands to Yale on borrowed funds, so he look good on a poster. with 345K Facebook fans manned had to hold down real, paying jobs. On stage there are iconic mo- by musicians who represent the lat- He often played at frat parties and ments besides a giant fl oating face est and greatest in roots of late-20th taverns. He played, as he does of Jerry Garcia. When Peter Sears century American music fronted now, for love. Love also appeared sits down at the piano, in blue light, by a Yale business graduate, this in the form of Ann McNamee, his in his black hat, it might as well be writer is guessing that center has a wife, and a noted professor of mu- 1974. On stage, McNamee’s face party of one: Moonalice. sic theory. As her faculty spouse, looks younger and more blissful as th th st Friday July 24 Friday August 7 Friday August 21 Friday August 28th Moonalice consists of Barry Sless, he attended concerts and listened the night progresses, as if all that Milwaukie Elks Gresham Elks Milwaukie Elks Milwaukie Elks Peter Sears, John Molo and Roger and learned. When asked about silver in his hair was just moon- Band Band Band Band McNamee. This writer recently had navigating the space between light. Improvised riffs pile up but “Kooltones” “Taska” TBA “24 / 7” a chance to interview Moonalice’s working in an investment brokerage the craftsmanship is undeniable. Norman Sylvester [email protected] All Events 7pm to 11pm front man McNamee and then at- and being a rock and roll animal, It’s a vintage sound, guitar-heavy, 503.546.5898 MILWAUKIE ELKS -13121 SE McLoughlin Blvd, Milwaukie tend their concert at Alhambra he says, “It was a lucky accident to with extended, swooping solos in- GRESHAM ELKS - 3330 NE Division St, Gresham Theater in Portland. It was a night work at a moment in time when a fl ected by everything from mambo Cover $5 Members | $10 Non-Members of throwbacks and pushes forward. person could go and work at an in- to walking blues. Band Nights $8 Members | $12 Non-Members A Moonalice concert seems, above vestment fi rm and everybody was a McNamee gives rough and growly www.babyboomerssocialclub.com all, a kind of cosmic crowd surf, fel- deadhead, who had the same long renditions of songs that seem bent low traveling on a pounding loud hair, who liked the same music, on advice and experience. Certainly cloud and with lots of room to con- the same drugs and at these trade the voices are nothing special; even Getshows, these Off CEO’s and heads Your of with the Dead, Butt it was never about & Party! technology were all like me. They the voices. A sky-scraping psyche- embraced what I did…I am a highly delic Eight Miles High extends con- focused, compulsive person by na- siderably past the eight mile limit, ture and I realized at a point in time but inside that journey folks are that I wanted to be a professional treated to the work of disciplined musician, all the time, not just at professional musicians, playing ma- happy hour.” He got his chance. terial they know inside and out. In- T. Bone Burnett, fresh off curating side each piece there’s often a lush O Brother, Where Art Thou? had orchestral emphasis and embellish- the idea to seed some bands that ments that owe less to wind chimes would draw from the rich sources than to straight up jazz. of American folk music. Burnett All around the dark theater, instigated three and one became people are swaying. They react to Moonalice. That made it a band the swirling music at fi rst with polite that wasn’t the result of random late smiles and nods of nostalgia; but as �� night what-if’s, but one created with the set carries on, they too are car- �� deliberate choices, deliberate tech- ried away. These are music lovers nologies in mind. Still, McNamee is who never gave up on the music, �� clear on the originality of this vision. even if the business of music gave He says, “The world is full of tribute up on them; guys who trim your �� bands. We play a tribute show.” steaks and fi x your transmission, or The interview ends, lines are own national franchises or preside �� forming outside the venue. Upon over your college; women who cut entry, the band has already dived your hair and sell your house or are �� into the set, as if they just couldn’t CEO of the bank and CFO of the wait. There’s not a lot of chatter, hospital. They lived inside this mu- �� the songs fold and fade together. sic when they were young and part �� During Live A Little (That’s Right), of them never got old. By the end, McNamee sings “A journey of a it feels as if everyone is dancing, �� thousand steps/begins from here hands aloft, or making up a person- this day.” The sentiment would al little boogie that expresses them �� seem a little ironic since Moonalice exactly; and no one has to pretend Run for your life is a master of recreated experi- they are only dreaming again the ence, of streaming audio and great dream, because it’s happen- downloaded shows. But it is not ing right now, it’s real. K A R A O K E !

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Page 8 July 3,, 2015 Pat Stilwell Band entertains folks at Tigardville Station By Rod Mayberry Tigardville Station by expanding hosts Jim Crutcher on Wednseday the menu to include seasonal and and Jus Jamn on Thursday. Once called the Manila Express, daily specials, and the bar selec- One recent Saturday, this writer Tigardville Station is located in tion by adding some very nice sin- had the pleasure of hearing the the oldest building in Downtown gle malt Scotch whiskeys. With a Pat Stilwell Band, an amalgama- Tigard, built in 1908. With a grand cutting edge technology, equipped tion of funk, soul, blues and rock. and eventful history, some claim with several different satellite sys- This cocktail of sound is comprised the place is haunted. So here’s a tems, you’ll be sure to have a good of Stilwell on guitar and vocals; note for all of you Portland ghost time while you enjoy all the sports Travers Kiley on keys and vocals; hunters. Bartenders have reported and entertainment available. drummer Scott Van Dusen; and hearing the sound of the front door But wait, there’s more. In addi- on this night, Tim Cavenaugh was opening while they’re closing up tion to all of those great things, standing in on bass. With such a late. When they go to check it out, there is a pool table, a dart board combination of energy and talent, Pat Stilwell Band (Photo by Rod Mayberry) they discover it is just as they left and lotto machines. Louw has it was sure not to just get your feet it, locked! In addition to this tale, also had a professional PA sys- a tappin’, but moved you from your be careful where you dance, be- tem installed to accommodate the seats and onto the dance floor. Cathedral Park Festival features cause you may do the Stray Cat wonderful local talent that comes This particular night, the band strut right through a spectral guest. through his establishment. paid impressive tribute to the Be sure to excuse yourself. There Tigardville Station has always late BB King with the finesse that myriad of artists, after-hours show is one certain spot on the floor that been a great place to catch a would have had the blues icon The 35th Annual Cathedral p.m., Saturday noon-10 p.m. will send a shiver up your spine. show. Keeping this legacy alive, swelling with pride. This isn’t just Park Jazz Festival, a FREE jazz and Sunday, 1 to 8:30 p.m. The building has been through its bands like Sonny ‘Smokin’ Hess a blues band though; among cov- and blues music celebration, is The Friday night blues show course of owners over the years. and Probable Cause play frequent- ers of great classics, there are slated for Friday, July 17 through opens with International Blues The newest proprietor to this loca- ly. On Wednesday and Thursday some of their originals that borrow Sunday, July 19, 2015, in the Challenge solo guitarist Ben tion is Pete Louw, who continues nights, there are hoppin’ open mike from contemporary artists like Eric historic community of St. John’s, Rice, followed by NW Blues, to breathe new life into the ghostly sessions from 8 to 11 p.m. with Continued on Page 11 below the St. John’s Bridge on R&B, soul and Gospel favorite the banks of the Willamette Riv- LaRhonda Steele. Closing the er. This festival is where families night is the Dover-Weinberg and friends can picnic, while en- Quartet. Weinberg, on a brief joying a bevy of first-rate musi- layover from a world-tour with cians. The sponsor, Jazz Society the Robert Cray Band,will light of Oregon, a non-profit arts or- up the stage with a cast of ganization, is thrilled to present award winning musicians in a the following headliners. Guitar Masters Finale featuring This year’s line-up includes Lloyd Jones, Norman Sylves- award-winning, Portland-based, ter, Michael Osborn, Jay “Bird” national and world-class mu- Koder and Ben Rice, as well sicians and vocalists: Hailey as a young master in a four- Niswanger, Robert Moore Or- generation tribute to 35 years chestra, Paul Creighton Project of music in the park. – Tribute to Stevie Wonder, When the festival winds Thara Memory’s American Mu- down for the day on Friday, sic Program, Toni Lincoln Trio, July 17, Norman Sylvester and Chris Parker Quartet, Blueprints his band will continue in an Trio, Kung Pao Chickens, Port- after-hours pro-jam session at land Youth Jazz Orchestra, The Central Hotel, located at Pa’lante, Kelly Broadway with 8608 N. Lombard, 503-477- Randy Porter and Todd Bishop 5489. For more information, Group. Times are Friday, 5-10 go online to cpjazz.com. Cathedral Park Festival 2014 For information see above article

July 3, 2015 Page 9 immy Thompso Road Dog Tales ‘N’ Jam J n Musician interviews local artists monthly By Anne Morin served. She also wants to alert music for the crowd was simply the public to the reality of the outstanding. (There was no in- Portland musician Nico Wind decline of the live music scene. terview inJune.) Cordova wants to inform Port- Up-and-coming musicians of all Next up, on July 19, 6 p.m., at A p p e a r i n g land and its hinterlands about a ages (minors accompanied by the new venue The Blue Room project she’s been working on for an adult are allowed until 8 p.m.) at Cartlandia, 8145 S.E. 82nd, a long time and now seems to be who think they might want to is Mike Branch, also a guitarist Sundays @ Celebrities Parkway Grill bearing fruit. Her concern is that make careers in the music fi eld, and singer. He plays a combina- live music and the musicians that but need more information from tion of strong, guitar-driven rock NE 207th & Sandy, 2-4, Jam-4-12 have kept it going for so long in the standpoint of a pro about the that includes blues and the treat Portland, are struggling. Her so- life, are welcome to come and of his original tunes, as well. Thursdays China Hut, 16721 SE Division, 7-12 lution is, once a month, bring out learn and ask questions of those This man is a master at making one of this area’s best musicians who are experienced and willing friends, promoting his work, and Saturdays Pink Feather, 14154 SE Division, 6-10 to local venue The Blue Room to share their perspectives. getting great music out there. at Cartlandia, 8145 S.E. 82nd; So far, Cordova has inter- He has much to teach. Join us interview that person about his or viewed bass player Gary Foun- and learn how it’s done! (See June 9, Division Sports Pub, 1585 NE Division, Gresham, 6:30-8:30 her life, profession and concerns taine, who started out playing Mike Branch Band schedule in Marv Ross & Nico Wind Cordova for about an hour; and then join with Nu Shooz, performed with Bandstand this issue.) June 12, Area 52, 6912 SE 52nd her band Free Rein for a tune or the band on the TV show Ameri- two before the “jam” that includes can Bandstand, was part of the all interested musicians. band that won a Grammy and The mission of Road Dog Tales has continued to share his song For Bookings, call N’ Jam is to document the contri- and his wit through the years. butions of some of the most no- The second interviewee was Original Blues 503-318-2785 table professional musicians who Marv Ross of Quarter Flash have been active in the Portland fame. He has spent his entire life music scene for more than fi ve sharing his music, producing two with decades. The live interviews are plays, one of which played at conducted by Nico Wind Cordo- the Schnitz, and teaching folks va, a Portland musician with 40 about the music of the Oregon years of experience. She’s been Trail. His interview was simply active with radio and TV projects wonderful; the audience sat that feature an interview style; mesmerized as he told about and she understands the life of playing a gig in North Korea a long-time musician who’s had (yes, North), his life in California Eric Allen a lot of experience leading, man- with the “big guys” and how he aging and performing, with both feels about the music scene road bands and city groups. in our city and nationally. The Cordova hopes to bring aware- third interview took place April ness of the Northwest’s vast 19 and featured D.K. Stewart, amount of musical talent existing a pianist who has worked with in this area, with the opportunity, Curtis Salgado and many other Band in a relaxed and intimate setting, well-known musicians for a num- to also preserve the histories of ber of years and now leads his See u s live: specifi c individuals through their own band. He talked eloquently Check us ou t on : th th “Road Dog Tales.” Cordova will about the Portland music scene F acebook- ericalle n band 45 st. Pu b Ju ly 17 Blue Room Ju ly 2 4th provide a physical, behind-the- and, to the delight of his audi- Yo u tube- Eric Alle n Blues nd scenes view of artists that the ence, showed the difference Blue Room Augu st 22 general public isn’t usually privy between different styles of blues to, featuring personal storytell- music on his piano. May’s musi- ing with educational, historical cal guest was Jim Mesi, one of and humorous elements. The Portland’s very best guitarists. interviews are recorded so that His stories were fun, full of the B ook ing info call: E ric Allen 503-750-4939 or er [email protected] documentaries capturing the ups and downs that musicians personalities of some of this endure, especially those on the area’s musical icons will be pre- road. After the interview, his

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