"Kaiya On The Mountain is one of the most promising bands to emerge in 2016." Luke Neill PDX Spotlight If Florence & The Machine and Alabama Shakes had a baby, Kaiya On The Mountain would be their love child. This Portland Oregon based folk-rock band consists of singer-songwriter Kaiya Pelletier, lead guitarist Justyn Lewis, bassist Matt Haugen, rhythm guitarist Miguel Hernandez, Kalila Henkin on keys and drummer Liam Walker. Kaiya started as a solo artist, with a strong presence on Youtube and over 1.5 million views on her channel. Her self-released debut EP "Full Of Creatures", was produced by Adam Selzer (M. Ward, Decemberists, Fleet Foxes, Peter Buck) and featured Blind Pilot members Luke Ydstie and Katie Claborn. Kaiya On The Mountain was formed in the summer of 2015. After back to back touring, they released their debut EP in 2016 titled 'Talking Wild'. Since the release, the album has received a lot of radio play and the song "Let's Go Out" was televised nationally during an NBA playoffs game. The band is scheduled to release their debut LP in late 2018. Kaiya On The Mountain is a vibrant collection of genres that brings the best of folk-rock, singer-songwriter and jam-blues together in one captivating project. This eclectic sound is delivered in a high energy live performance filled with emotion and raw talent. This youthful band has the music, the energy and the looks to back up their passion. They put on an unforgettable show that you won't want to miss. So if you like alternative folk-rock music with a southern flare, stick around. You might just fall in love.

Shootdang is a Portland based Country/Folk duo born from the joint talents of Erin Wolf and Pitch Goose. Both Erin and Pitch cut their teeth busking on the streets of their hometowns and in the many various towns they've encountered along their travels. Erin and Pitch have been playing music together since the winter of 2011 and as Shootdang since the winter of 2012. Their versatility makes it possible for them to play in a variety of settings from rowdy house shows and dive bars to coffee shops and weddings.

Michael Howard is a songwriter born and raised in the wilds of Alaska. The philosopher and poet John O'Donohue said that the outer landscape of the land that we live in is reflected in our inner landscape of the soul and then reflected back out in the life of the music from a region. Michael Howard’s music is the shape of the Alaskan landscape. As an up and coming songwriter touring the country nonstop following the national release of “The Martyr and the Magician” (2015, Independent), he has quickly gained a reputation as a timeless storyteller in the tradition of the American folk singer, and critics regularly compare his unique voice to great artists such as Cat Stevens and Neil Young. "Howard's voice is so different sounding, he’s transportive, it’s a crafted thing of remarkable beauty, a record for a sunny moment in one breath, the next your darkest hour...“You feel its greatness, it feels important...it’s so difficult to write words to qualify how good, how vital this record is." "9 out of 10" - AmericanaUK album review (July, 2015). Prior to purusing music full time, Michael spent years as a community organizer and activist in his hometown of Anchorage, Alaska. You will hear these influences and the themes of society, politics and religion in his deeply compelling songwriting. In his short career, Michael has been selected as a regional finalist in the NPR Mountain Stage Radio Show NewSong national songwriting competition, and he has received multiple awards, including the prestigious Individual Artist Award from the Rasmuson Foundation in Alaska. Michael has supported other acclaimed songwriters including Jeffrey Martin and Samantha Crain. His second national release entitled “Gasoline Dream” is set to hit the airwaves in September, 2016 followed by national touring.

Anna Lynch is an Alaskan singer-songwriter who has opened for acts including Rock n' Roll Hall of Famer Leon Russell, Lucy Wainwright Roche, Sea Wolf, Matt Kearney, and Josh Ritter. Her song “Gone and Back” was featured as the "Song Of The Week" on The Bluegrass Situation, a music blog run by actor Ed Helms of “The Office.” Recently, Country Music Television profiled her song “Railroad Man" on their roots music blog, CMT Edge.

Tumbledown is a Portland-based 5-piece band that plays gritty, soulful indie folk rock. Spiced with Americana, alt-country and pop, the band takes you on a journey through dark ballads, sweet love songs and rollicking road anthems. Songwriters Tyler South and Scott Robertson draw inspiration from classic 70s artists, but you'll hear modern influences like Wilco and My Morning Jacket — along with the band's unique Portland flavor — ring through. Ranging from soft to raucous to brooding, Tumbledown’s debut EP, "In Between," out February 2017, exposes the band’s fun yet contemplative spirit.

i give people their moneys worth.ive been doing this for years and im coming to an excellent point in my career. i bring an energy unmatched on the stage. im working on a great tape right now that people can relate to. if im booked im coming with the determination, enthusiasm, and professionalism. expect nothing but greatness when i touch the stage. you wont be disappointed.

Recreating the community energy of a Rio-style pagode jam session, POPgoji is a mash up of American pop soul and infectious Brazilian beats.

Hello, My name is Robbie and I serve as the front man for a band called Ojos Feos , a world music project that plays all original music, much of it with contents pertaining to social justice. Our music is high energy, upbeat an danceable and fuses African and Latin rhythms with American jazz and blues. The band is a 7 piece project and our compositions are in Spanish, Sierra Leone Krio, Swahili and English. Rhythms that we perform include; samba, cha cha, cumbia, djoli, tumbao, reggae, guaguanco. The music incorporates influences from over 15 countries where I have worked as a medical doctor/physician on voluntary surgical missions. I am the president and founder of a registered non-profit Surg+Restore and I hold a Master's Degree in International Public Health: http://www.surgandrestore.org/ I am inquiring as to possibilities of Ojos Feos playing at the Tacoma Art on the Ave for 2017 and I am including links to our new CD which is being printed and pressed as we speak; https://soundcloud.com/ojos-feos Below is the link to our youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8Q3lyV1JApkSL9er6L0APA Here is our website; http://ojosfeos.com/ Ojos Feos also performs on the soundtrack of my charity's , Surg+Restore, film documentary which was shot on location in Sierra Leone. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zftJSXN6JE0 Thank you, Robbie

Son de Cuba is a band created by musicians from Cuba, Mexico, Chile and USA. We play different kinds of genres such as Salsa, Timba, Son, Merengue, Cumbia, Bachata, Latin jazz, etc. We are based in Portland, Oregon. Since three members of the band are Cubans, we have roots in Latin, African, and Jazz rhythms. We blend this vast knowledge of different beats together in classic and modern latin songs, exuding energy, happiness, and encouraging you to dance. With only six performers, we have a full sound and will draw a crowd with our energy and love for our music. Dancing is encouraged, we may even join you!

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As he writes a song he hears the beat. Then when he performs he blows the minds of audience every single time. Doing this not only with his stage presents, his deep meaning and shocking surprises and his overall performance. This extremely hansom and talented young man is Americas next top heart throb. He has a rare has unique style and naturally talented in so many ways. He is an artist of writing, recording, acting and much more!!! He is funny, deep emotionally involved and could freestyle a rap that would blow 2pac and Biggie away!! .

I am a singer/songwriter from NYC with a similar style to Adele and Joss Stone's. I have fronted rock bands and sung jazz, but currently accompany myself on my keyboard. I love interacting with audiences but can also just be a background music if that's what you need! Please feel free to reach out with any questions!