In the mood for fresh new voices that may have not yet caught your ear? Look no further than these three musicians whose works merit more attention. Brooke Annibale Musician Brooke Annibale is an artist to watch! A songwriter since the age of 15, she has 4 albums to her credit. The artist’s fingerpicking and […]
The Music Scene Blog, by Cynthia Orlando
Freelance writer and KRVM volunteer Cynthia Orlando writes about the local music scene as well as new artists and musicians KRVM listeners might enjoy.
She grew up in southern California where her father taught music and both her parents were musicians. While attending college at Humboldt State University, Orlando wrote about music for entertainment publication "Northcoast View,” and later, for Portland's KINK-FM.
In addition to writing for KRVM she also currently writes for Portland Radio Project (PRP-FM) in Portland.
Orlando has also written for the Portland Tribune, Salem Statesman Journal, and many other Oregon newspapers on topics of forestry, tree care, and native plants.
You can follow her on Twitter at @CynthiaOrlando or contact her via email at Cynthia2017@netzero.net .
Lord Huron gives fans a night to remember
Indie rock band Lord Huron gave fans a packed, impeccable night of music at their sold-out Hult Center show Saturday night. Playing songs from across their discography, the band enthralled concert goers with a top-notch, well-paced setlist, a polished presentation and lovely, atmospheric lighting. About Lord Huron At the center of the L.A. based-band’s unique […]
Don’t Miss the Latest From These Northwest Artists
There’s always something exciting happening when it comes to the Pacific Northwest (PNW) music scene. Though we might not often stop to appreciate it, many excellent bands and artists hail from, or are now based in, the PNW. Among them: The Shins, Mat Kearney, Ashley Flynn & The Riveters, blues artist Ty Curtis, Sleater-Kinney and […]
New on the music scene
What’s new on the music scene? There’s lots to be excited about, let’s take a look. Elton John / Dua Lipa – “Cold Heart” For a rush of smooth-as-silk pop with a hint of nostalgia, give Elton John and Dua Lipa’s “Cold Heart” a spin. A superb collaboration, it’s built upon Elton John’s songs “Rocketman” […]
A Spectacular Music Year: Ten Albums Not to Miss
After a relatively quiet 2020, this year a flood of new music hit the market. What rose to the top? Looking back Adele dropped beautifully vulnerable, much anticipated “30” last month. Pop star Billie Eilish gave us phenomenal “Happier Than Ever” in June. Ed Sheeran released new ‘=‘ to mostly positive reception. Leon Bridges dropped […]
New music to soothe and inspire
There’s so much new music meriting discovery right now it’s hard to keep track. And that’s no exaggeration. To be sure, with winter just around the corner now is a good time to freshen up your music library. Here are a few new releases from artists we’ve enjoyed this year. Manchester Orchestra – “Telepath” Manchester […]
This year’s music scene: new tracks to love.
In the mood for new tunes to liven up your music library? You’re in luck! This year’s music scene offers an abundance of new releases and talent from which to choose. Here’s a few of our favorites. Big Red Machine – “Phoenix” American Indie-folk band Big Red Machine (BRM) have a lovely new track, “Phoenix,” […]
This year’s music scene is hopping
2021 has certainly been off to a good start. The music scene is hopping. February’s Grammy award show was far more engaging than usual. And it was so much fun to see an actual live audience at Billboard’s televised awards show last week. Best of all? As COVID restrictions lift, artists are starting to announce […]
New music to tickle your earbuds
While we patiently wait to find out if our favorite music venues re-open this year, there are, fortunately, plenty of new mood-boosting tracks to help us stay motivated! Here’s just a few new tempting music releases to tickle your ears. Fruit Bats – “The Balcony” “The Balcony” from Chicago’s Fruit Bats is an appealing, upbeat […]
Lots to love about Oregon’s music scene
Oregon is renowned for its forests, fisheries, microbreweries, and natural tourist attractions like Mount Hood, Crater Lake and Mount Bachelor. However, one of our best-kept secrets just might be our talented bands and musicians. While the likes of Modest Mouse, The Shins and Blind Pilot are well-known in the music world, there are lots of […]
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