2019 Waterfront Blues Festival

Devin Phillips – Black & Blue

Born and reared in New Orleans, Devin Phillips’ intense affair with the saxophone began at the age of eight. By 14, he was accepted into the prestigious New Orleans Center for Creative Arts (whose alumni include Branford Marsalis, Harry Connick,…
CBA Holiday Party
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CBA Holiday Party

Join the Cascade Blues Association for our annual Holiday Party, again returning to the East Portland Moose Lodge. The doors open at noon, with performances throughout the day — The JT Wise Band, Gerle Haggard, Timothy James and Tave Fasce…
Kick Off The New Year at The Garages Satellite Pub

Kick Off The New Year at The Garages Satellite Pub

At The Garages Satellite Pub will be bringing in the new year with three great acts: The Cliffhangers playing classic rock with a twist, prodigal young bluesman Timothy James and his band, and Vahalla’s Tribute to Led Zeppelin. It’s a little…
Biggest Blues NYE Bash In The Metro Area

Biggest Blues NYE Bash In The Metro Area

Catfish Lou's & Legends is throwing the party of the decade with three of your favorite bands. The night will begin with Sister Mercy, then move on to a set from Norman Sylvester, and then finishes with a performance from Rae Gordon. It…
Harpdog Brown & The Uptown Blues Band

Holiday Hangover Cure With Harpdog Brown & The Uptown Blues Band

Canada’s award winning classic bluesman, Harpdog Brown was last seen in Portland at Waterfront Blues Festival, but now he’s back to cure our holiday hangovers and he’s bringing his incredible Uptown Blues Band along for the ride. His new…
Lisa Mann & Lara Price

Triple Threat – Lisa Mann, Ben Rice & Lara Price

This trio of musicians come from different corners of the "big tent" that is the Blues. This show will be the first time these three performers have shared the stage in this unique combination.  Let them take you through all the permutations…
Johnny Wheels and The Swamp Donkeys
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IBC Fundraiser for Johnny Wheels & The Swamp Donkeys

The first of what will most likely be several fundraisers to help send the Cascade Blues Association’s acts to Memphis for the International Blues Challenge will be held at Mekong Bistro on Sunday, August 25. An all-star event to assist our…
2019 Sisters Rhythm & Brews Festival

2019 Sisters Rhythm & Brews Festival

Sisters Rhythm and Brews Festival is a two-day music event nestled in the small town of Sisters, Oregon. The vision is to supporting the local community by bringing high-quality blues musicians to Central Oregon. The producers see the event…
Blues In The Gorge Workshops
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Menucha Blues In The Gorge Workshops 2019

Immerse yourself in a long weekend of classes and jams with four world class blues players and teachers. During your stay, take up to 12 classes, enjoy exceptional meals, and in your free time explore the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic…
2019 Waterfront Blues Festival
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2019 Waterfront Blues Festival Preview

By Don Campbell By all accounts, last year’s Waterfront Blues Festival was a smash – another beautiful Fourth of July weekend run along the Willamette River. What many don’t know is the underlying turmoil that nearly closed the gates…