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Month: February 2020

Snow Stompin’ in Steamboat: WinterWonderGrass 2020 Festival Coverage

Snow Stompin’ in Steamboat: WinterWonderGrass 2020

Tonight marks the end of the eighth annual WinterWonderGrass. Each year for WinterWonderGrass Steamboat Ski Resort becomes a straight jam for three days. Three large tent stages and a mountain-front main stage are stacked each year with renowned bluegrass and string artists. A variety of local breweries and food trucks set up at the fest […]

Feb 28, 2020 Read →
Four Rad Rock Reunion Tours in the U.S. 2020 Festival Coverage

Four Rad Rock Reunion Tours in the U.S. 2020

Mötley Crüe Not many touring artists today have a live performance catalogue dating back to the dawn of the 80’s. L.A. based Mötley Crüe hasn’t officially toured since 2015 and “The Final Tour” turns out to be not-so-final appearance by this epic 80s hair band. Spiked straightened hair, heavy eye makeup, and epic synthy guitar […]

Feb 20, 2020 Read →
Soulection love in Portland: Sango at 45 East | February 13th, 2020 [Review] Electronic

Soulection love in Portland: Sango at 45 East | February 13th, 2020 [Review]

Arriving at the sleek, high production venue 45 East, it’s hard to know what to expect based on the layout and location. Nestled within a few blocks of warehouses on the east side of Portland, 45 East unites a bottle service club vibe with a low-key party feel. The pretentiousness of a usual club is […]

Feb 18, 2020 Read →
A Gem & Jam To Remember: My highlights of Gem & Jam Music Festival 2020 [Review] Electronic

A Gem & Jam To Remember: My highlights of Gem & Jam Music Festival 2020 [Review]

For over a decade, Gem and Jam Music Festival has become home to countless artists, performers, live painters and attendees from across the country, all bringing with them smiles and memories that weave themselves into G&J’s legacy forever.  This world-renowned festival is a must attend for so many reasons.  Take a road trip with your […]

Feb 9, 2020 Read →
Experience Buku Music and Arts Project’s 9th Mardi Gras centric festival Electronic

Experience Buku Music and Arts Project’s 9th Mardi Gras centric festival

Buku Music and Arts Project approaches for its ninth year. Taking place in New Orleans on March 20th – 21st, this coasted and themed get together continues to impress with quality that resembles their diverse musical lineup which features electronica, hip-hop, and live bands. Surrounded in late-winter carnival extension celebrations of Mardi Gras and its […]

Feb 7, 2020 Read →