https://www.thunderridge.org
Thunder Ridge is a straight-ahead bluegrass band from Portland, OR. The traditional five-piece band is made up of banjo, guitar, mandolin, bass and fiddle. They will steal your heart with hard driving vocal harmonies and instrumentals. Allow them to take you down a path of yesteryear with a good old fashioned sound inspired by the masters of bluegrass, and sprinkled with a few originals!

https://www.thecountyfools.com
If you were to bump into a member of the County Fools in the real world – walking the streets of Portland, kicked back on a barstool, or wandering in a hayfield – you might think to yourself “Hey, these are some good timin’ guys. There’s not a serious thing about these fellas. They’re just foolin’ around!” But friend, you’d soon come to realize that there is one thing that The Fools take very seriously:  the great tradition of Bluegrass music.

The County Fools’ sound and sensibility is deeply rooted in that rich American dirt first tilled by the founders – folks like the Stanley Brothers, Flatt and Scruggs, and Bill Monroe – and further shaped by the great second generation of bluegrass musicians.  Continuing this tradition with reverence and creativity, and playing this music as it’s meant to be played, is the spirit that guides the County Fools each time they step up to the mic. 

Longtime Laurelthirst roots-rock rowdies host their Sunday “church” show!

Continuing the tradition of local roots-rock rowdies like Jimmy Boyer, Jeffery Frederick, and the Holy Modal Rounders, the Freak Mountain Ramblers keep the music of our people alive. Be having’ things on a Sunday!

Usual suspects: Lex Browning (guitar, fiddle), David Reisch (bass) and Roger North (drums), with Tate Peterson and Pete Krebs (guitar, steel), plus occasional special guests!

https://waysidersband.com

https://www.christopherworth.com/

Christopher Worth returns to the Laurelthirst for a monthly Monday night residency of Bohemian Blues and Indie Soul.  Special guests included ….

The Jackstraw boys return for their “2nd and 4th Tuesdays” regular bluegrass happy hour!

QuEasy Gumbo (Jimmy Russell + Sean Badders of the Quick and Easy Boys, plus one of their incredible drummer friend and incredible keyboardist Steve Kerin) return for TWO more happy hour shows of funky NOLA tunes at the Laurelthirst! The first two Wednesdays of most months (6-9pm)… FREE, tip the band and the bar!!

LEWI LONGMIRE leads the Left Coast Roasters (Bill Rudolph, Ned Folkerth and Dan Eccles) through a couple of sets of rockandroll, songs both original and familiar. Thursday Therapy is the name of the game!

http://www.lewilongmire.com

Rowdy roots rock and roll with a classic heart!

https://www.instagram.com/justinjohnrodriguez/
JUSTIN JOHN RODRIGUEZ: The ghost of Townes Van Zandt pursues this San Diego singer-songwriter from a childhood immersed in music and travel, to hard-core punk, power-punk, noir, alt country-rock, and Americana-roots music.

https://www.instagram.com/alexbergan_official/?hl=en
As a native of Iowa, Alex Began writing music at the age of 15. He’s navigated his way through many avenues trying to find the most honest and authentic version of his sound. Once he truly found it, he’s had the opportunity to share stages with the likes of Kenny Loggins, Nathaniel Rateliff and a plethora of other industry greats. After inking a publishing deal in 2022, Alex greatly expanded his writing proficiencies and repertoire. Not only does he write for himself, he’s been trusted to be the voice for many other singers spanning many other genres. Drawing inspiration from folk, Americana and even country, Alex’s unique sound will make you lean in and want more. Writing love songs when he’s been heartbroken; singing about hope and passion when his has been lost; Finishing a song when the relationship behind it has ended…nothing can stop this man from delivering the sermon of song.

https://hopelessjack.bandcamp.com
A raucous and raw element of rock & roll grounded in the roots of soul and blues.

Our longtime dusty country-roots songwriter James Low returns to a monthly appearance here at the LT Pub for happy hours!

https://www.facebook.com/TheJamesLowIrregulars/

https://www.suntexband.com
Orion Coleman – Vocals, guitar
Rachel French – Vocals, guitar
Brian French – Vocals, drums
John D. Fauller – Bass

Suntex is a modern western quartet inspired by desert cinematic landscapes, lonesome cowboys, dark western ballads and classic sounds embodying these themes.

https://www.facebook.com/jamesjonesandthechupacabras/
James Jones is a Chicano rock and country artist from Portland, Oregon via Texas and NYC.

https://darciphenix.com
Darci Phenix is a Portland, OR based multidisciplinary artist. Her practices include: songwriting, rug-making and stained glass. Through her work she hopes to explore how individual and collective memories effect how we experience the world as well as to preserve and celebrate historic crafts. Darci’s latest project, an album + a collection of textiles, was released on March 6th, 2025. View the textiles on display for the month of March at LAURA VINCENT DESIGN & GALLERY and listen to the record, “Sable” (Out on Get Loud Recordings) on your streaming platform of choice.

https://www.instagram.com/whichsandwitch/?hl=en

https://www.megandiana.com
Megan Diana is pioneering a new genre:
DREAM COUNTRY DISCO.
What does this mean? Take your favorite vintage keyboard — hello Wurlitzer, hello Fender Rhodes — put them through an echo/delay pedal, add lush, dreamy layers of French horn and vocals, anchor them with throwback drum grooves, and top it all off with space echoed pedal steel guitar (thank you Raymond Richards). After the release of her debut album Women in My Head, Megan has been hard at work touring the world and working on her second album Cabin Fever, produced by Richards, to be released in October 2023.

http://krisdeelaneandthehurt.com

Kris Deelane is making a loud noise in the Portland Rock scene. With her nine piece soul band The Hurt, Kris is amping up her performances in and around Portland and the Pacific Northwest. A true road warrior with years of solid touring experience, Kris is keeping it local and in the moment with shows all over town. From The Alberta Rose Theatre to The Doug Fir, McMenamin’s Edgefield to Al’s Den at the Crystal and a standing residency at Laurelthirst Public House, she and the band are everywhere. Summer 2015, Kris Deelane and The Hurt performed at Oregon Country Fair, What The Festival, and Dixie Festival, and also opened for 3 Dog Night, and Martha Davis and the Motels.

The Hurt is ten players strong and features a number of Portland music luminaries including Ned Failing (Mexican Gun Fight/Floydian Slips) on drums, Steve Kerin on keys (Too Loose Cajun Band, Atomic Gumbo, Rose City Kings and winner of the Cascade Blues Association’s “Keyboardist of the Year”), Greg Hyatt on bass (Five Easy Pieces, Zoo People, Berthaline, and Lapdog, featuring members of Toad The Wet Sprocket), Heidi Shuler (Merl Saunders) on percussion and Alan Toribio (Mexican Gunfight) on guitar. With her backing singers, The Lady Parts, and horn section, Kris is dipping into deep cuts and old school favorites from the soul sounds of the 60’s and 70’s. Think Motown to Memphis, Stax to Atlantic records, Aretha to Etta. It’s all here!

Longtime Laurelthirst roots-rock rowdies host their Sunday “church” show!

Continuing the tradition of local roots-rock rowdies like Jimmy Boyer, Jeffery Frederick, and the Holy Modal Rounders, the Freak Mountain Ramblers keep the music of our people alive. Be having’ things on a Sunday!

Usual suspects: Lex Browning (guitar, fiddle), David Reisch (bass) and Roger North (drums), with Tate Peterson and Pete Krebs (guitar, steel), plus occasional special guests!

A bunch of old friends hanging out and playing roots and country music they love.

Core band:
David Lipkind, Dave Reisch, Darrin Craig, Ben Nugent, Lewi Longmire, and Jason Montgomery.

https://www.christopherworth.com/

Christopher Worth returns to the Laurelthirst for a monthly Monday night residency of Bohemian Blues and Indie Soul.  Special guests included ….

A delightful mix of jug, blues, country, blegrass and hokum sounds from this ebullient ensemble that’s been rocking Portland for decades

https://www.facebook.com/paganjugband

The Pagan Jug Band is an all-acoustic, boot-stompin’ band featuring a mean banjo and a rockin’ guitar – throw in more strings, some brass, and a washboard and you’ve got a band that really knows how to get folks out of their seats and onto the dance floor! On any given Tuesday in Portland you’ll see them playing their weekly “Pagan Tuesday” show – where the band sometimes swells up to 10 members as long-time fans and random passers-by join them on stage to keep the music communal. The Pagans have a large body of original songs that they mix seamlessly with carefully curated covers and traditionals.

Bluegrass from the swamps of Portlandia!

Scott and band return for their extended happy hour show! 6-9pm, FREE, but do tip the musicians!

Another night led by Scott tonight, featuring Micah Kassell on drums, Tye North on bass, Chelsea Luker on winds and Jeff Baxter on keyboards!

LEWI LONGMIRE leads the Left Coast Roasters (Bill Rudolph, Ned Folkerth and Dan Eccles) through a couple of sets of rockandroll, songs both original and familiar. Thursday Therapy is the name of the game!

http://www.lewilongmire.com

Rowdy roots rock and roll with a classic heart!

REDWOOD REVUE:
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094063533861&locale=hi_IN&paipv=0&eav=AfZ1ilVAP2tuS3UosrEffgk5mzcPRFbyV-SkPt0JNYMp4sm0KdNgKRA5-xwh9-jjqTE

Meet Redwood Revue: A Portland, Oregon-

based Americana Country Rock band formed in 2023. Their sound, a revival of the 60s and 70s, features the seasoned lead guitarist, Briggs Yahn. This four-piece group quickly gained a following in Portland with their timeless music and captivating stage presence. Redwood Revue is breathing new life into the Americana genre, infusing classic elements with modern energy, making them a band to watch as they take audiences on a musical journey.

https://www.thejustclark.band
JUST CLARK IS A SINGER-SONGWRITER REVIVING THE ROOTS OF AMERICAN-MADE MUSIC.HE DIGS INTO A WOODY SOUND THAT ECHOES THROUGH THE HOLLERS.CLARK’S MUSIC EMBODIES A TIMELESS RESONANCE THAT HARKS BACK TO THE CHERISHED SOUNDS OF CLASSIC AMERICANA. FROM POET TO PICKER, THE NATIVE TEXAN CONJURES A SOUND AS BRIGHT AS THE LONESTAR HERSELF.

https://www.ashleighflynnandtheriveters.com

With what PopMatters describes as “tenacious swagger,” critically-acclaimed solo artist Ashleigh Flynn recently dialed up the volume and debuted an all-female rock band as a nod to the “Rosie the Riveter” archetype from WWII.

​Flynn grew up in Kentucky and cut her teeth on local bluegrass music and Motown. A prolific songwriter and performer blessed with unbridled charisma, she arrived on the Americana scene in 2008 with the release of her third LP, American Dream, a poetic lament to the elusiveness of that national ethos. A Million Stars followed in 2013 – a rollicking journey celebrating the women pioneers of the American West.

Ashleigh Flynn & The Riveters’ inaugural LP hit the streets in 2018 featuring a sound that hearkens back to early Stones, ‘70s psychedelic country rock, and alternately charms like a Sunday afternoon front porch session…

PREWAR JASS AND HOKUM! ALBUM RELEASE TONIGHT!

Stone & Sue’s Forty Drop Few are a trio that play pre-war stringband, hillbilly, country blues and jazz tunes as well as originals. The trio consists of Candra Edwards, Ethan Francis and Elliot Kennedy, all on a variety of different instruments.

https://www.instagram.com/stoneandsue/

Stone & Sue’s Forty Drop Few is a collaboration between Candra and Ethan Francis—who are partners in both music and life—and fiddler Elliot Kennedy. The band’s freshman record is a DIY effort of 14 songs from 1924 to 1936, along with two sneaky originals written and recorded with such faithful fluency to the time period that their modernity is indiscernible.

https://sinnerfriends.com/about

Conner Steven Vlietstra is an Oldtime Country musician from Chattanooga, Tennessee with a family from the Mississippi Delta. He began playing Country Blues music on the guitar at the age of 14 and began playing Country music shortly after with the inheritance of his grandfather’s (Papa’s) banjo.

Conner’s progression as a multi-instrumentalist and vocalist is fueled by the influence of artists such as Furry Lewis, Uncle Dave Macon, and the Louvin Brothers.

http://www.shortyandthemustangsband.com

Shorty & the Mustangs was formed in Spring of 1996. Big Tex called some of his musician friends to see if they wanted to try something new. Having grown up in Texas (something must have gotten in his blood when he was a youngster), western swing music was calling him home. So they dug out some old Bob Wills and Ernest Tubb records and gave it a shot. Well, 29 years later they’re having so much fun they’re still at it. Other folks are liking it, too. They play the bars and honky tonks regularly around Portland, Oregon, and sometimes play at the local farmers markets and festivals.

Shorty & the Mustangs play a mix of western swing, honky tonk and roots country music. Lara Carlisle’s heart felt singing can get folks out on the dance floor with a Patsy Cline torch song or a Gram Parsons rocker. Ken Woodside and Phil Hornik, on drums and bass, lay down a strong dance beat while Mike Moore on guitar, and Mitch “Big Tex” Gilbert on steel guitar put in the twang and tears. Marilee Hord sings beautiful duets with Lara and plays the heck out of the fiddle.

Longtime Laurelthirst roots-rock rowdies host their Sunday “church” show!

Continuing the tradition of local roots-rock rowdies like Jimmy Boyer, Jeffery Frederick, and the Holy Modal Rounders, the Freak Mountain Ramblers keep the music of our people alive. Be having’ things on a Sunday!

Usual suspects: Lex Browning (guitar, fiddle), David Reisch (bass) and Roger North (drums), with Tate Peterson and Pete Krebs (guitar, steel), plus occasional special guests!

Pete Krebs and friends bring swinging country in for a Monday evening’s entertainment.

https://www.christopherworth.com/

Christopher Worth returns to the Laurelthirst for a monthly Monday night residency of Bohemian Blues and Indie Soul.  Special guests included ….

The Jackstraw boys return for their “2nd and 4th Tuesdays” regular bluegrass happy hour!

About

“Wild metaphorical music that rocks” has been used to describe the sound of Alexa Wiley & the Wilderness, a Portland-based band with an abundance of long-time local musical roots.

Home

As a veteran of 50 years in the music business, life is good for Oregon Music Hall of Fame inductee Gary Ogan.

From his first major label release on Elektra Records in 1972, to his move to Los Angeles in 1977 to sign with Leon Russell’s Paradise Records, Ogan learned the ropes and went on to blaze his own unique trail, touring the U.S. and Europe, writing and recording hundreds of songs, and making lifelong friends along the way.

The mid-90’s saw Ogan moving to Nashville where he signed as staff songwriter with Sony/ATV Tree, who published over 60 of his songs. Since then, in addition to continuing to write, record, and perform his own music, Gary had a four year stint drumming in The Darrell Scott Band, another two years producing Danny O’Keefe‘s “Looking Glass and the Dreamers”, and the last seven years has found him subbing on keys in the popular Portland based Motown tribute band, Kris Deelane And The Hurt.

Ogan’s newest passion was sparked by a curiosity in his own Cherokee DNA, and has opened many doors as a result, like providing opportunities to create and produce new music for author & activists, Winona LaDuke (Ojibwe), and the late John Trudell (Santee Sioux). Ogan has also become bandleader to The Flying Eagle Band, a Portland based tribute band to the late Kaw/Creek sax legend, Jim Pepper, as well as COB to The Jim Pepper Native Arts Council.

LEWI LONGMIRE leads the Left Coast Roasters (Bill Rudolph, Ned Folkerth and Dan Eccles) through a couple of sets of rockandroll, songs both original and familiar. Thursday Therapy is the name of the game!

http://www.lewilongmire.com

Rowdy roots rock and roll with a classic heart!

https://daviamusic.bandcamp.com/album/favorite-bell
Davia is a folk/pop songbird based in Nevada City, California. She’s been a writer of quirky and poetic stories since she could carry a tune and her work has grown with her over the years. Her unique sound beckons her audience to listen with intention. With each song she takes you on a journey to catch a glimpse of Davia’s almost fantastical world. She sang it herself in her song Black Cricket, “…Music is not forced, it is a force, unwound, unwired!”

https://darciphenix.com
Sun-dappled, self-reflective and streaked with memories and melancholy, recalling the gentle, inviting, and introspective folk of artists like Kate Wolf, Adrianne Lenker and Florist” – Portland Mercury
“Life and love are complicated, winding roads. Listening to Darci Phenix’s disarming songs on Sable may help you find straighter lines between the points you need to leave and the ones you’re trying to reach. That is the quickest path after all. Start the journey here.”  – An Earful

beauaskew.com
Beau Askew is a Songwriter & Drummer from California. Growing up amongst the pine trees of the Sierra Foothills, poetry was one of his earliest forms of artistic expression. Beau’s songs evoke a variety of emotions as the musical journey encompasses a multitude of experiences. Driven by the desire to share a message of love, harmony and optimism, his music uplifts his audiences through an eclectic collection of songs. Primarily an Indie-Folk artist, Beau’s intimate vocal timbre and acoustic accompaniment will pull you in and leave you feeling refreshed and inspired.

http://www.michellealany.com

A passionate violinist and vocalist, Michelle Alany has delighted and wowed audiences worldwide.

Specializing in a global acoustic sound that features lush strings, soulful vocals and rhythmic groove, Michelle delivers soulful interpretations of traditional and original Sephardic (Judeo-Spanish), Balkan and Israeli songs infused with her tasty Austin-blues stylings.

She is at home delivering haunting Mediterranean melodies, trading shredder blues licks or gently crafting a sensuous country solo on the fly, bringing her joyous abandon and enthusiasm to any world of music.

As an in-demand touring musician and recording artist, she has performed with the Trans-Siberian Orchestra, played for sold-out events in theaters doing movie music or world music ensembles, and brought Texas music to packed Jazz and Blues listening rooms in Europe.

https://glamcountryband.bandcamp.com/
A fabulous fusion, combining 70’s glam rock feel with folk country flair. Laced with disco beats and sultry swing, this group is sure to get hips swirling and toes twirling. The writing is a genuine expression of the heart, often inspired by dreams. Their poetically provocative verses combined with satisfyingly crunchy hooks provide a tasty experience for all types of musical appetites. Come out and join the Glam Fam. You’ll be glad you did.

The continuation of the band started by Eric “Big E” Schweiderman, now playing in his absence!

Dan Davis, Tucker Jackson, Steve Kerin, John Becher, and Tate Peterson will all hold forth!

https://www.facebook.com/BigEandtheStomp

Solidly earthy Americana and folk-rock with a touch of Island breeze!

Our buddy, the mega-talented and versatile Bart Budwig is rolling through town to celebrate his 40th birthday with a full band show!

https://www.bartbudwig.com
“Sometimes when Bart sings, I forget what we’re talking about. I’m sure he knows though. I trust him. He sounds like John Prine, plays like Hoyt Axton, and looks like well… Bart Budwig. He’s a cosmic country lawn gnome.” – Sean Jewell, American Standard Time

Longtime Laurelthirst roots-rock rowdies host their Sunday “church” show!

Continuing the tradition of local roots-rock rowdies like Jimmy Boyer, Jeffery Frederick, and the Holy Modal Rounders, the Freak Mountain Ramblers keep the music of our people alive. Be having’ things on a Sunday!

Usual suspects: Lex Browning (guitar, fiddle), David Reisch (bass) and Roger North (drums), with Tate Peterson and Pete Krebs (guitar, steel), plus occasional special guests!

A bunch of old friends hanging out and playing roots and country music they love.

Core band:
David Lipkind, Dave Reisch, Darrin Craig, Ben Nugent, Lewi Longmire, and Jason Montgomery.

https://www.christopherworth.com/

Christopher Worth returns to the Laurelthirst for a monthly Monday night residency of Bohemian Blues and Indie Soul.  Special guests included ….

$10 COVER FOR THE 6-8pm SHOW!

[please prepare to be quiet while attending this show]

TONIGHT Snock brings in some of his pals to rockandroll for a few sets!

Our favorite unreconstituted folk-rock forefather returns to the Laurelthirst!

Singer and songwriter Michael Hurley has became a cult hero for his playfully surreal brand of folk music that’s witty, thoughtful, and filled with both joy and consternation. Married to simple and engaging melodies steeped in traditional folk styles, Hurley often prefers recording at home to going into a studio. Much of his work has a charmingly lo-fi feel, one of the qualities that made him an influential hero and kindred spirit to the later freak folk scene. We’re honored to have him returning to our stage tonight!

These shows have become a little chaotic, we’re going to try charging a cover and see how that affects the overall feel of the show.

EXTENDED HAPPY HOUR TONIGHT! 6-9pm!

https://www.facebook.com/rhapsodyinredPDX/

Now a continuing “last Wednesday” residency!

Based in Portland, Oregon Rhapsody in Red is a musical tribute to Jerry Garcia. Performing songs from Jerry’s vast musical catalog, the band fuses their individual musicianship with a great love for that iconic Jerry style and musicality. Come out and enjoy a couple of long sets of Jerry tunes performed by these longtime Jerry-inspired musicians!

Steely Pete! – Guitar, Pedal Steel Guitar & Vocals
Hayley Valentine – Vocals & Guitar
Dave Rosenberg – Acoustic Guitar & Vocals
Jeff Daumen – Keyboards
Chris Petryszak – Bass Guitar
Chris Carey-Stronck – Drums