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THE BEAT GOES ON
Enjoy sounds of the season, local style
A plethora of creative holiday music options from around the region
By
JESSE STANTON
| November 28, 2023
THE BEAT GOES ON
Pure Halcyon celebrating new single, EP
Bellingham-based band has become a mainstay of the rock scene
By
JESSE STANTON
| November 21, 2023
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Washingtones Records swims against the tide
Bellingham-based record label aims to promote local arts and music
By
JESSE STANTON
| November 14, 2023
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The return of locally rooted Kuinka
Trio returns to Bellingham for folk-pop dance party
By
JESSE STANTON
| November 7, 2023
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The suite sound of the Jerry Steinhilber Trio
Band celebrating physical release of new album with Nov. 15 show
By
JESSE STANTON
| October 31, 2023
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Inaugural Bellingham Exit festival was a smashing success
Looking forward to seeing how multi-venue festival will grow
By
JESSE STANTON
| October 24, 2023
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Melancholia and Dryland both releasing albums
Spooky season kicks off with double-release party by 2 local metal favorites
By
JESSE STANTON
| October 17, 2023
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Looking for the heart of Tuesday night music
Away from weekend crowds, surprising musical communities can form
By
JESSE STANTON
| October 10, 2023
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Getting ready for Bellingham Exit festival
Inaugural edition of multi-venue festival offers range of genres
By
JESSE STANTON
| October 3, 2023
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Petty or Not bring classic hits to big stages
Tight-knit group plays Tom Petty, Fleetwood Mac songs
By
JESSE STANTON
| September 26, 2023
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The Problem brings jazzy grooves to local stages
Young jazz ensemble has huge repertoire, high ambitions
By
JESSE STANTON
| September 19, 2023
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Bellingham Celtic Festival to fill downtown with joyful music
Weekend-long event takes an inclusive, irreverent approach
By
JESSE STANTON
| September 12, 2023
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Cat Valley set to shake Make.Shift with songs from new EP
The band has a new EP, "Bingo Queen," coming out Sept. 15
By
JESSE STANTON
| September 5, 2023
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Alpha Yaya Diallo brings deep African grooves to Boundary Bay
Singer-guitarist's music is steady and danceable
By
JESSE STANTON
| August 29, 2023
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Jazz guitarist BJ Block slated for a flurry of local shows
Block's skills span flamenco, soul, Latin jazz, rock, chamber music, EDM
By
JESSE STANTON
| August 22, 2023
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Singer, songwriter De-Esser releasing anti-folk album
Simpson celebrating album with an Aug. 26 show at Honey Moon
By
JESSE STANTON
| August 15, 2023
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Mount Saturn founding members moving to Portland
Metal band to play final show at Sh’Bang Festival
By
JESSE STANTON
| August 8, 2023
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Guitar virtuoso pushes boundaries of blues, rock, funk, soul
Miles Harris recently moved back to town, focused on working with local collaborators
By
JESSE STANTON
| August 1, 2023
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The Cosmic Neighborhood helps revive Tropicália movement
Bellingham-based band creates 'fun and breezy music with a dash of melancholy'
By
JESSE STANTON
| July 25, 2023
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Free Harmony to bring smooth folk-rock to Elizabeth Park
Band is built around singing
By
JESSE STANTON
| July 18, 2023
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From hip-hop to film, The Rhetorician keeps evolving
Jordan Moss is a Renaissance man
By
JESSE STANTON
| July 11, 2023
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Beats and bikes at Waypoint Park for NW Tune-Up
From soul to hip-hop, festival features a world of sound
By
JESSE STANTON
| July 4, 2023
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Madam Monarch rocks The Shakedown
Bellingham-based 4-piece is grounded in joy and excitement
By
JESSE STANTON
| June 27, 2023
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Jazz on Tap flows at Trackside stage
From swing to pop, salsa and funk, festival expands the genre of funk
By
JESSE STANTON
| June 20, 2023
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Spider Cult brings ‘doom folk’ to Kulshan’s Trackside
Expect harmony, dissonance, sweetness and chaos
By
JESSE STANTON
| June 13, 2023
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From Bellingham to Blaine, bluesman Chris Eger goes big
Timely tributes, dance parties, jams and collaborations
By
JESSE STANTON
| June 6, 2023
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Kitty Obsidian gets groovy at Western’s Lawnstock
Sounds of the Underground winners claim their prize
By
JESSE STANTON
| May 30, 2023
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Mostafa brings his versatility back to Bellingham
Hear the global possibilities of hip-hop
By
JESSE STANTON
| May 23, 2023
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Foxy Apollo kicks off West Coast tour at Wild Buffalo
Band incorporates pop, jazz, R&B and more
By
JESSE STANTON
| May 16, 2023
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From Bellingham, Nuages transports listeners around the world
Ensemble goes beyond jazz basics
By
JESSE STANTON
| May 9, 2023
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Mariachi in Mount Vernon
Cinco de Mayo event celebrates youth talent, culture
By
JESSE STANTON
| May 2, 2023
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Robert Blake celebrates ‘One Summer Night’
Of album releases and creative collaboration
By
JESSE STANTON
| April 25, 2023
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From Stanwood to Bellingham, Perfect by Tomorrow has evolved
Band brings reggae-infused rock tunes to Wild Buffalo
By
JESSE STANTON
| April 18, 2023
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Breakthrough at the Wild Buffalo
Hip-hop takes center stage during this regional roundup
By
JESSE STANTON
| April 11, 2023
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From backyard jams to an album release
Jay Irwin and the G.P. Sunsets incorporate roots, folk, rock
By
JESSE STANTON
| April 4, 2023
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Bellingham band expands its horn-fueled sounds
Willdabeast’s new album has global appeal
By
JESSE STANTON
| March 28, 2023
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Brothers bring a nonstop party to WinkWink
Psychedelic cumbia punk with Tropa Magica
By
JESSE STANTON
| March 21, 2023
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Anacortes band brings energy, joy to the stage
The Enthusiasts live up to their name
By
JESSE STANTON
| March 14, 2023
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The sounds of St. Patrick’s Day
Irish inspiration abounds at area venues
By
JESSE STANTON
| March 7, 2023
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A cult favorite makes his way to Mount Vernon
From punk to rock, Jonathan Richman stretches the limits of music
By
JESSE STANTON
| February 28, 2023
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Old-school hip-hop, live at The Shakedown
Jungle Brothers are keeping it classic
By
JESSE STANTON
| February 21, 2023
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What’s Up! Magazine’s long goodbye
After 22 years, one last celebration
By
JESSE STANTON
| February 14, 2023
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Experimenting with sound, one project at a time
Ruth Davidson and Steven Arbuckle are making it up as they go along
By
JESSE STANTON
| February 7, 2023
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Michael Dayvid is in the loop
California transplant brings covers and originals to area venues
By
JESSE STANTON
| January 31, 2023
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Proud Failures conquer Bellingham’s punk scene
From hardcore to psychobilly, trio’s music is fast and loud
By
JESSE STANTON
| January 24, 2023
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Musical mixtures at the Bellingham Folk Festival
Listen and learn, jam and dance
By
JESSE STANTON
| January 17, 2023
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The Falcon has landed
Local musician loads up on gigs, fans and genres
By
JESSE STANTON
| January 10, 2023
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The sounds of 2022
An overview of local albums for your listening pleasure
By
JESSE STANTON
| January 3, 2023
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Your New Year's Eve playlist
Funk, blues, soul and jazz bring the party to local stages
By
JESSE STANTON
| December 27, 2022
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The year in local music
Bellingham luminaries weigh in on their favorite shows, artists
By
JESSE STANTON
| December 20, 2022
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