Thinking about catching some live music this summer with friends or family? You’re in luck!
There’s an array of superb live music choices coming up, and we’ve got the lowdown.
Around Town
Fun and fabulous Skip Jones, rhythm and blues pianist extraordinaire, plays at Mac’s Nightclub and Restaurant Thursday, June 27.
American singer-songwriter and pianist Norah Jones comes to the Cuthbert Amphitheater August 1st.
Former Creedence Clearwater lead singer and songwriter John Fogerty has a show there August 17. Robert Plant graces the stage with Alison Krauss at the Cuthbert on August 19.
The Cuthbert’s central location, seating and sound can’t be beat. There are more artists playing the Cuthbert this year, so check out their calendar online.
Blitzen Trapper
Local Music Alert: Oregon’s very own Blitzen Trapper band, from Portland, play Eugene’s Hult Center August 10. The highly acclaimed folk-rockers are sure to put on a great show!
Don’t miss Shawn Colvin & KT Tunstall’s show at The Hult in the Fall. Bonnie Raitt (sold out) plays there October 8.
You can also enjoy electro-pop trio Cannons playing The McDonald Theater July 20, or catch Mexican acoustic guitar duo Rodrigo y Gabriela at The McDonald on September 6.
There are additional artists playing The McDonald this year, so be sure and check the website.
Farther afield
The Edgefield is an exceptional outdoor music venue located outside Portland in Troutdale. It’s simply a lovely setting with outstanding acoustics.
Top-notch reggae musician Ziggy Marley plays the Edgefield on July 10.
The ever-popular Avett Brothers have a show there July 13.
Widely-praised, much-loved singer-songwriter Amos Lee – along with the Indigo Girls – play the Edgefield September 27.
Experiencing the Edgefield requires some travel time. Suggestion: leave at least one hour earlier than you think you’ll need to allow for traffic slowdowns, particularly near Wilsonville.
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This year, the Oregon Country Fair (in Veneta) takes place July 12, 13 and 14. Check the website for a list of performers.
Last, but definitely not least, The Fairwell Festival at the Deschutes County Fairgrounds in Central Oregon takes place July 19 – 21.
This year’s lineup is fantastic!
Performers for the festival include Billy Strings, Sierra Hull, Jason Isbell, Shakey Graves, Sarah Jarosz, Kacey Musgraves, and many more.
That’s a wrap!
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