Folks, we made it through the first big weekend of Black History Month, Grammy season is officially over, and now we can look forward to another massive music thing happening on a national stage this February: Rihanna’s Super Bowl Halftime Show! (As a new mom, these televised events have become way too important in my music diet.) But on the local front, Portland-based producer Sxlxmxn (FKA Stewart Villain) just released a new beat tape, and.
There are only four nights left until 2023—but this column is a safe space for last minute New Year's Eve plans. Going as far back as October, Hear in Portland has been noting NYE music shows that look particularly fun. Here's an easy round-up of this column's NYE show recommendations, with some updates, in no particular order: DJ Anjali and the Incredible Kid, Orquestra Pacifico Tropical If you’re looking for a dance-focused NYE 2022 party,.