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Rich Layton and the Troublemakers
Hard driving roots rock – harmonica fueled and swamp-i-fied!
With a tradition of three chords and a bad attitude, powerful vocals and high-energy showmanship, The T-Makers dig deep into the rich musical gumbo of the Gulf Coast to serve up original Cajun rockers, Austin honky-tonk, rock-a-billy boogie and Texas roadhouse rock and blues.
From smoky bars to festival stages, The Troublemakers have one mission – to rock the house! Audiences respond instinctively to the electricity generated by five full-grown men playing every note as if their lives depended on it…because for the T-Makers, there’s No Parole from Rock ‘n Roll!
ISSA
His self-titled debut EP, Issa, was released on November 14, 2007. A international cable television broadcaster selected Issa as a “Ya Heard? Break-out Artist of the Month” in August 2008 for “Used to Be the One”, the first official single and video from his upcoming album Rules of Attraction.
In August 2009, Issa was selected by Portland radio station Jammin 107.5 as one of eight top finalists competing for a chance to open for LMFAO at their performance as part of the summer 2009 Dew Tour.
In January 2010, Akon announced Issa as the challenger artist to be featured during week 11 on Akon’s new Hitlab Radio Show on Virgin Radio, in which Issa’s single “Blowin up My Phone” was featured.
Issa Diop graduated from Portland State University with a degree in business marketing.
Revolver
We are the Beatles as they were… With over sixty years of combined experience, starting in 1989 and going through several member changes…We want to bring you back to a time when Rock & Roll was just getting it’s start and was being accepted for what it is. Covering all time lines of the Beatles from beginning to end with multiple costume changes, theatrical, bantering, and all the energy you could hope for. We are the Original Revolver and we aim to please.
Speaker Minds, Featuring DJ FlipFlop
Randal Wyatt of the band “Speaker Minds” is a Funk/ soul music group. The group leader is a Portland native who has had a passion for writing as far back as he can remember. As a child he would write short fictional stories provided with illustrations to bring to life his vivid imagination. He excelled as an English and writing student all through school, and began to express his creative mind through poetry and singing as a teenager. His artistry to sing and write fell to second, as his goal to reach the NBA grew in high school. After a series of injuries, the reality of reaching the NBA set in. Randal focused his energy back on poetry and rhyming, putting out his first album in 2005. Randal is highly respected for his positive content and contributions he makes towards the community he grew up in.
Randal has helped raise thousands of clothes, toys, funding, awareness, and food for multiple causes and organizations in Oregon. He has worked with various organizations, youth groups, and has given guest lectures at schools and events to raise awareness about issues that affect people in modern society.
Jawbone Flats
Jawbone Flats, a five piece band stumbled into existence almost accidentally, as they were offered gigs based on previous bands, including: Stilltenders, Buds of May, Slowly Rising, Cloudsplitter, and Roadless Travelers to name a few. Some members are also in existing projects that are still going such as Wardaforce, Blue Moon Highway and others. They going strong, building on a lot of influences and the multi-instrumental nature of all positions in the band. Jawbone Flats is a sound that’s meant to be heard outdoors with the sun shining and the crowd grooving.
Jawbone Flats is looking forward to a busy summer, which includes a repeat performance at the St. Joseph’s Winery. But it’s Ecopalooza they’re excited about for a chance to help our local community. Chris Martin especially likes the idea of re-purposing old computers for families who need them.
Jeff Handley Trio
Jeff Handley Trio consists of Jeff Handley on guitar and vocals, James Ford on drums and harmonica, and Neema Sahebi on bass guitar. The band originated a year ago when James and Neema met Jeff at a show. James and Neema were in a band called Funkadelik Mayham and Jeff was a solo act. Both groups played at the Hawthorne Theater last summer and met there. Jeff then joined forces with the rhythm duo and formed the Jeff Handley Trio, commonly known as the Tijuana Poop Smugglers. The group has been playing in the Portland area ever since. Jeff Handley Trio was previously the house band at a bar in North Portland called U & I Tavern. They can be seen most often at the Hawthorne Theater and Club Satyricon. They have recently released their EP named Monster.
3RP
Exciting…energetic… Just a few words to describe the most talked about and sought-after Reggae, Rhythm and Blues entertainment group in the NW (Northwest). 3RP will keep you coming back for more! Portland’s most popular Pacific Islander group creates a dynamic reggae musical style that’s guaranteed to keep you dancing and partying the night away.
The group has six of members that sing Reggae, Rthym and blues, Tupou Eliesa Jr., Taloa Poleo Tokoma’ata, Joey Halafuka, Chris Fuapau, Jared Brunt, and David Finau front a charismatic Pacific Islander musical group.
3RP gives you more than you could ever imagine, with an array of dazzling Pacific Island cultural dance moves set to an undeniable groove, it won’t be long till you realize that you are a big part of this memorable, fun-filled dance extravaganza.
Seven Reasons
Seven Reasons is a modern rock band from Beaverton, Oregon. Formed in the summer of 2008, Seven Reasons has been a committed group serving the arts and entertainment business in Portland and surrounding areas consistently. Recognized by many fellow musicians, as well as some A&R Firms such as the Glight Firm, Seven Reasons has received many accolades and praise concerning their original music. Deriving from Seven Reasons’ fan base, Seven Reasons sounds similar to several big name bands such as Breaking Benjamin, Chevelle, Incubus, Nickelback, Sevendust, as well as many other rock genre bands. Seven Reasons takes their music career and goals very seriously, and is interested in furthering their careers in the music industry immediately.
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DJ Prashant
This multi-talented Cornell Graduate and ex- Intel Engineer is a Bollywood Singer, Dance Instructor, and DJ, spinning an eclectic mix of International dance music to packed houses nationwide. He has moved crowds across the U.S. including in New York City, Washington D.C., and Seattle with his DJ’ing and LIVE singing.
As a Dance Teacher, Prashant has taught at PCC, PSU, and currently teaches at NW Professional Dance Project. Prashant has also independently choreographed dances for and performed alongside March 4th Marching Band at the Crystal Ballroom and the Roseland Theater here in Portland
