Written by Edgar Paleo Angel Olsen was made to perform. Seconds after the first couple of notes in her signature yodeling sing-talk, the entire crowd was silent. The gentle presence of her and her band replicated the feeling of being alone in your room, letting the needle drop on her… Read More →

This Thursday, Angel Olsen descends upon Portland to play at Bunk Bar. We first heard Olsen’s name at the end of 2010, when she was on tour with Will Oldham. Her first full length, Half Way Home, (on Jagjaguwar) illustrates a purely ethereal and honest sentiment. Her timeless vocal warble… Read More →

There’s a new sound in town, and it is emanating from Kevin Robinson (Viva Voce, Blue Giant). His new EP, Twisted Light is a 70′s drenched pop/funk/electronic hybrid, and it premieres tonight at Bunk Bar. The five songs he’s posted on Soundcloud are magnificently poppy and awesome; I hope his work… Read More →

It’s been a rowdy, loud, and excellent MFNW and we got in as many shows as possible. Between FlyLo opening the weekend to brand new songs from Menomena, surprise shows by Unknown Mortal Orchestra and Big Freedia, parties, Danny Brown and packed venues, the city was truly brimming with action…. Read More →