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Portland Opera’s “The Juliet Letters” Steals Hearts

Soprano Ginaia Black might have had the least to do onstage during the Elvis Costello-inspired chamber opera, but her voice left the deepest impression.

By Robert HamNovember 19, 2024 at 4:16 pm PST

Iconic Portland Bands of the Last 50 Years

These voices helped form the city’s music scene.

By WW StaffNovember 19, 2024 at 4:12 pm PST

Shows of the Week: Jimmie Herrod Pivots From Guest Singer in Pink Martini to Solo Act

Following Their Buzz With “Honey,” Alt-R&B Group Chibia Shares Their Second “So This Is Love” EP Volume

Elvis Costello’s “The Juliet Letters” Finds Its Audience in the Opera World

For the Record: Rad Max’s New Album Reveals a Nihilistic Vein Alongside Kitschy References to Tiger Beat

Punk’s Not a Phase After 25 Years at Black Water Records

Portland Rapper Talilo Goes Toe to Toe With Tech N9ne on New Single

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MICHELLE Wobbles Toward Stardom at Mississippi Studios

By Robert HamNovember 05, 2024 at 4:03 pm PST

Portland Opera’s “The Juliet Letters” Steals Hearts

Iconic Portland Bands of the Last 50 Years

Shows of the Week: Jimmie Herrod Pivots From Guest Singer in Pink Martini to Solo Act

Following Their Buzz With “Honey,” Alt-R&B Group Chibia Shares Their Second “So This Is Love” EP Volume

Elvis Costello’s “The Juliet Letters” Finds Its Audience in the Opera World

For the Record: Rad Max’s New Album Reveals a Nihilistic Vein Alongside Kitschy References to Tiger Beat

Punk’s Not a Phase After 25 Years at Black Water Records

Portland Rapper Talilo Goes Toe to Toe With Tech N9ne on New Single

MICHELLE Wobbles Toward Stardom at Mississippi Studios

Shows of the Week: Sun Atoms’ New Album Is Shoegaze at Its Most Propulsive

A Delivery Truck Driver Made One of the Most Delightful Folk Records of the Year

Portland Musician to Auction Rare Kurt Cobain-Smashed Guitar

Shows of the Week: Aimee Mann Remains a Pop Sophisticate Working Outside the System

Portland Experimental Musician Luke Wyland’s “Kuma Cove” Takes Inspiration From the Oregon Wilderness

After 20 Years, The Intima Will Reunite This Weekend at Turn! Turn! Turn!

New Sun Atoms Music Video Features Isaac Brock of Modest Mouse

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