Let's Throw Our Arms 'Round Josh Ritter's "Beast"

April 17, 2013, 7:32 am

For those of us looking for musical companionship amidst the frenzied pace of daily life, consider American singer-songwriter Josh Ritter's newest "Beast in its Tracks" release. Easy to love, these thirteen selections are commendable for warm, sensitive guitar overtures and splendid arrangements.

Record Store Day

April 15, 2013, 1:00 am

Celebrate Record Store Day with 101.9 KINK and Music Millennium this week!

Get Your Zoo Concert Series Tickets

April 21, 2013, 6:00 am

The Zoo Summer Concert Series schedule has been announced.  Check the line up and get ticket info.

Presale: The Avett Brothers

April 9, 2013, 8:38 pm

The Avett Brothers will be at the Sleep Country Amphitheater on Friday, August 9th.

Get Your Blues Fest Pass to See Robert Plant

April 8, 2013, 9:53 pm

Heads up! The Safeway Waterfront Blues Festival pass presale is underway! 

Get your early bird discount on passes now through Friday, May 31st.  

KINK on the Waterfront: Wake Owl

April 8, 2013, 12:01 pm

Wake Owl will be joining us for our KINK on the Waterfront concerts.

Two nights of incredible music at Tom McCall Waterfront park as part of the RoZone concert series!

On Saturday, May 25th we'll twirl and dance to Edward Sharpe and The Magnetic Zeros, Sons of Fathers, Wake Owl and Fort Atlantic!

The very next night (Sunday, May 26th) we'll get funky with Fitz and the Tantrums, little hurricane, Michael Kiwanuka and Milo Greene!

Paul McCartney Coming to NW

April 7, 2013, 3:00 pm

PAUL McCARTNEY ALL-NEW 2013 "OUT THERE" WORLD TOUR ADDS SEATTLE DATE

July 19 at Safeco Field in Seattle, WA. On Sale Friday, April 12 at 10 a.m.

It's Official. Robert Plant at Waterfront Blues Festival

April 2, 2013, 7:30 pm

It's Official! Robert Plant presents the Sensational Space Shifters at the Waterfront Blues Festival this year!

Note to Prince Lovers...

March 27, 2013, 11:33 am

Prince is playing The Roseland Theater on April 21st at 8pm and 11:30pm. If you're a fan, this is a show you don't want to miss!

Mumford & Sons Portland Concert

March 25, 2013, 11:54 am

Mumford & Sons are pleased to announce the details of their upcoming North American tour. The band will be performing a number of shows through May and June, beginning on May 21 in Calgary before playing shows along the West Coast and Southwestern states. All of the band’s headlining shows will be supported by Michael Kiwanuka and Mystery Jets. For a full itinerary, please see below.

John Mayer Concert Announced

March 22, 2013, 10:34 am

John Mayer will be in concert at the Sleep Country Amphitheater in Ridgefield, WA on Friday, July 19, 2013. Tickets go on sale Saturday, March 30th at 10:00 a.m.

KINK on the Waterfront: Sons of Fathers

March 22, 2013, 8:36 am

Sons of Fathers will be joining us for our KINK on the Waterfront concerts.

KINK on the Waterfront: little hurricane

March 21, 2013, 7:28 am

KINK on the Waterfront artist, little hurricane, joined Dave & Sheila on the heels of the big concert announcement!

Eric Hutchinson's "Moving Up, Living Down"

March 20, 2013, 9:14 am

Better late than never: Eric Hutchinson's "Moving Up, Living Down" merits attention.

KINK on the Waterfront

April 16, 2013, 9:00 am
Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros, Fitz and The Tantrums, little hurricane, Michael Kiwanuka and more!

Jamie N Commons in Bing Lounge

March 14, 2013, 8:20 am

Catch Jamie N Commons in the Bing Lounge at 101.9 KINK FM on Sunday, March 24th at 11:00am.

Jambase Live Festival Lineup Announced

March 12, 2013, 1:23 pm

Live Nation announces the inaugural Jambase Live Festival at the Gorge Amphitheatre on July 5th 7 6th. Robert Plant, Michael Franti, Rodrigo y Gabriela, Slightly Stoopid and more converge for Fourth of July Weekend Music Festival.

David Bowie's New Video

February 27, 2013, 10:03 am

David Bowie is to release his first album in nearly a decade. The Next Day, his 30th studio recording, is out in March 12th in the U.S. Check out the album's tracklist, and watch the video for "The Stars (Are Out Tonight)" below. (It's available to purchase on iTunes now too.) Bowie turned 66 years old on January 8th: Take a listen and let us know what you think in the comments below.

Free Song From Alabama Shakes

February 25, 2013, 1:32 pm

Alabama Shakes say they’re "fired up" after just finished up a spot as musical guests on Saturday Night Live.

If you missed the performance, have a listen to the song below and download it FREE.

"From last Saturday: We just finished playing Saturday Night Live and are pretty fired up. Thanks again for having us, you guys are so legit. That second song we played is a newer one, called Always Alright, you mighta heard it in the movie Silver Linings Playbook." ~ Alabama Shakes

2013 Bonnaroo Lineup

February 19, 2013, 4:12 pm

Bonnaroo 2013 takes place June 13th to 16th in Manchester, TN. The Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival is four of the best days ever. 80,000 happy campers. 700 acres of Tennesee nature. 150 epic performances. 10+ stages of music. Several dozen comedians. An escape into excitement. Music. Art. Discoveries.

The Postal Service Presale

February 19, 2013, 2:59 pm

Catch The Postal Service at the Rose Garden Theater of the Clouds on Wednesday, July 17th.  KINK Presale this Thursday.

New Music from Atlas Genius

February 19, 2013, 2:39 pm

Atlas Genius is proud to announce that the moment has arrived. Their album ‘When It Was Now’ is out now. You can purchase the album now on iTunes- http://smarturl.it/atlas.

Previously Unreleased Jimi Hendrix

February 18, 2013, 10:28 am

A new album of previously unreleased Jimi Hendrix recordings is set for release on March 4 – and you can listen to the track 'Earth Blues'.

Dave Alvin in the Bing Lounge

February 18, 2013, 9:21 am

Catch Dave Alvin in the Bing Lounge on Wednesday, February 27th at noon. You can watch the performance on streaming video.  Login to the KINK Community for a chance to be in the audience.  Contest ends 2/22 at 8am.

Family of the Year

February 18, 2013, 8:45 am

Sunny Los Angeles-based indie pop outfit Family of the Year formed in 2009 around the talents of Welsh brothers Joseph and Sebastian Keefe, Florida native James Buckey, and Orange County, California denizen Christina Schroeter. Employing a heady mix of Beach Boys-inspired male/female harmonies and a penchant for cleverly arranged, folk-influenced pop confections in the vein of Mates of State, Phoenix, Essex Green, and Local Natives.

New from Dawes

February 18, 2013, 8:08 am

Dawes' new song “From A Window Seat” is now on YouTube and SoundCloud. If you’re in the United States or Canada, pre-order the album on iTunes, vinyl, or CD to download this song now and have the full album delivered to you on April 9.

Lots on Concert Presales

February 12, 2013, 1:53 pm
Concert season is heating up.  Here are some KINK presale details for upcoming concerts from Fleetwood Mac, Of Monsters & Men, fun., Steve Miller, and Pink Martini.

From the Bing Lounge to The Grammys!

February 12, 2013, 7:58 am

From the Bing Lounge to The Grammys! And the winners ARE...

New Fitz & The Tantrums

February 11, 2013, 1:40 pm

Take a listen to the new single "Out Of My League," from Fitz & The Tantrums.Their new album, More Than Just A Dream is available on May 7th, 2013.

Of Monsters & Men Concert

February 11, 2013, 9:29 am

Listen to Steve Pringle in the afternoons for the Facebook Song of the Day for a chance to win tickets to Of Monsters And Men.

Grammy Awards Recap

February 11, 2013, 8:27 am

Here are some of the winners from the 55th Annual Grammy Awards.

Gotye: Record of the Year

February 11, 2013, 8:04 am

Gotye has been awarded three Grammys for Alternative Music Album (for Making Mirrors), Pop Duo/Group Performance and Record of The Year (for Somebody That I Used To Know feat. Kimbra) at the 2013 Grammy Awards ceremony.

Mumford & Sons: Album of the Year

February 11, 2013, 8:20 am

Mumford and Sons won the Grammy for album of the year for 'Babel,' in the 55th edition of music's biggest night.

Portland International Film Festival

February 6, 2013, 6:34 am

The Northwest Film Center’s 36th annual Portland International Film Festival (PIFF) showcasing 136 carefully curated pieces of new world cinema.  The festival takes place Thursday, February 7 - Sunday, February 23, 2013.

Sasquatch! Music Festival

February 5, 2013, 9:02 am

Sasquatch Music Festival! sets lineup for Memorial Day Weekend (May 24-27, 2013) at the Gorge.

Film: Faces in the Mirror

February 5, 2013, 8:41 am

Acclaimed Violinist from Dave Matthews Band, Boyd Tinsley, Brings Film and Musical Performance to Portland.

See Shawn Mullins in the Bing Lounge

February 1, 2013, 2:41 pm

Enter for a chance to see Shawn Mullins in the Bing Lounge on Monday, February 11th. Contest ends 2/7/2013 at 8:00 a.m.

Crushed Out

January 31, 2013, 3:30 pm

Crushed Out interview and live performance in the Bing Lounge at 101.9 KINK FM.  Presented by Intel. View photos from the session.

Sallie Ford & The Sound Outside

January 23, 2013, 4:11 pm

Combining elements of jazz, R&B, and rock & roll -- all during the early stages of their development -- and fusing it with a contemporary energy and swagger, Sallie Ford & the Sound Outside are a Portland, Oregon-based quartet who've earned an impressive following in their hometown.

Robben Ford at Aladdin Theater

January 22, 2013, 9:45 am

Robben Ford is coming to the Aladdin Theater on Tuesday, February 26th. Tickets

Tyler Bryant & the Shakedown

January 17, 2013, 11:45 am

Tyler Bryant & the Shakedown interview and live performance in the Bing Lounge. Presented by Intel.

Tom Morello to join Wrecking Ball Tour

January 17, 2013, 9:20 am

Since Stevie Van Zandt’s filming commitments to his highly successful television show Lilyhammer will keep him off stage for the upcoming Australian tour dates, Bruce Springsteen has invited Tom Morello to sit in temporarily on guitar. Following the Australian dates, Van Zandt will return to the tour in Oslo, Norway on April 29, 2013.

Win Tickets to see Muse

January 17, 2013, 6:41 am

Enter for your chance to win a pair of tickets to see Muse on January 31st at the Rose Garden Arena. Contest ends 1/21 at 8:00am.

John Wesley Harding's Cabinet of Wonders

January 11, 2013, 7:12 am

A benefit concert featuring Carrie Brownstein, Peter Buck, Monica Drake, Sallie Ford, Ben Gibbard, k.d. lang, Storm Large, Scott McCaughey, Colin Meloy, Eugene Mirman, Laura Veirs, Lidia Yuknavitch.

Dave Grohl Putting Together Supergroup

January 10, 2013, 4:38 pm

Plus: Members of Nirvana and Foo Fighters, Rick Springfield, Cheap Trick's Rick Nielsen, Lee Ving, Rage Against the Machine's Brad Wilk, and everyone else.

Concert Review: Keane

January 10, 2013, 8:58 am

KEANE's "Strangeland" tour-stop wows Portland Ballroom audience

Coldplay Live 2012

January 9, 2013, 7:45 am

Coldplay's new release celebrates Mylo Xyloto tour and more.

If you're looking for new music to help carry some good party-vibes on into the New Year, check out Coldplay's new "Live 2012" release.

KINK A to Z Song List

January 15, 2013, 9:13 pm

We've wrapped up our A to Z special featuring selections from our massive music library- from A to Z. In celebration of our 45th year playing Independent Rock for Portland- we highlighted the year we began broadcasting: 1968.

Ben Folds Five Portland Show

December 11, 2012, 1:41 pm
with NATALY DAWN
Tuesday, February 5, 2013, 8pm
Roseland Theater
Tickets

B.B. King at Roseland Theater

December 11, 2012, 1:10 pm

Saturday, March 2, 2013, 8pm
Roseland Theater
8 NW 6th Avenue
Portland, OR
Tickets

Your Top 10 Albums for 2012

December 26, 2012, 12:38 pm
Join 101.9 KINK as we ring in the new year! On New Year’s Eve, KINK will kick out the jams with a five-hour house party! You provide the champagne, and we'll bring the music. Turn us on starting at 7 pm for a rockin' good time as we play non-stop music to ring in the New Year. We'll take your requests and keep the music flowing, so be sure to include 101.9 KINK in your New Year's Eve party plans.

Then, starting at 10 am on New Year’s Day, we'll count down your favorite albums of the year in their entirety. Enjoy some great music while you take down the tree. It was a fantastic year for music, and we’ll feature Portland’s favorite albums all day long New Year's Day. KINK's New Year’s Party on the Radio is sponsored by Standard TV & Appliance. Listen at 101.9 KINK on your radio or everywhere else at kink.fm!

2012: A Good Year for Great Music

November 27, 2012, 11:16 am

2012: A Good Year for Great Music: Here's a rundown, and a holiday shopping list

As we head into December and the countdown towards the New Year, it's a fitting time to look back and reflect on the year in music. What new releases did we like, which new bands seemed most promising? Which concerts stood out most, and which music will we recommend or buy for our best friends?

The Ghost Brothers of Darkland County

November 15, 2012, 11:27 am

STEPHEN KING, JOHN MELLENCAMP & T BONE BURNETT’S SUPERNATURAL MUSICAL GHOST BROTHERS OF DARKLAND COUNTY SET FOR RELEASE ON MARCH 19th, 2013

We Love Our Listeners!

November 13, 2012, 12:01 am

Thanks for making our annual Rescue Mission Radiothon a big success! Sheila and Dave got a little loopy after 14 hours on the air, but it was a lot of fun.

Jackson Browne Portland Concert

November 12, 2012, 1:10 pm

JACKSON BROWNE ANNOUNCES 2013 ACOUSTIC TOUR OF THE WESTERN U.S.

KELLER AUDITORIUM – PORTLAND, OR Saturday, January 19, 2013  

On Sale Monday, November 19 at 10:00 a.m.

PORTLAND, OR, November 12, 2012: Singer-songwriter Jackson Browne is set to launch his 2013 Acoustic Tour with a string of U.S. dates beginning January 19th at Keller Auditorium in Portland, OR. Playing guitar and piano, and collaborating with musicians on stage, Jackson will perform songs from his entire body of work, with varying set lists each night. Tickets go on sale on Monday, November 19th at 10 AM PST. A pre-sale will begin on Wednesday, November 14th at 9 AM PST: Visit www.jacksonbrowne.com/members for details.

The tour runs through mid-February, and highlights include Benaroya Hall in Seattle, WA (1/20), San Jose Civic Auditorium (1/22), Copley Symphony Hall in San Diego, CA (1/26), Terrace Theatre in Long Beach, CA (1/29), Masonic Auditorium in San Francisco (2/6) and The Orpheum Theatre in Phoenix, AZ (2/13). Premium benefit seats are available for purchase through The Guacamole Fund: www.guacfund.org.

Jackson Browne has written and performed some of the most literate and moving songs in popular music and has defined a genre of songwriting charged with honesty, emotion and personal politics. He was honored with induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2004, and the Songwriter’s Hall of Fame in 2007. Beyond his music, he is known for his advocacy on behalf of the environment, human rights, and arts education. He's a co-founder of the groups Musicians United for Safe Energy (MUSE), Nukefree.org, and the Success Through the Arts Foundation, which provides education opportunities for students in South Los Angeles.

For more information:  www.jacksonbrowne.com  

Video Premiere from Husky

November 9, 2012, 6:47 pm

Husky Free the Beasts in 'Tidal Wave' - Premiere.

Solo Work from DCFC Frontman

November 9, 2012, 6:41 pm

FCC Clean & lots of goodies on here.  In addition to "Teardrop Windows" check out "Lily," "Bigger than Love," "Dream Song" and "Something's Rattling."

See LED ZEPPELIN: CELEBRATION DAY

November 9, 2012, 8:45 am

Due to overwhelming popular demand, Omniverse Vision is bringing LED ZEPPELIN: CELEBRATION DAY back to theaters for an encore performance. This will be the absolute last time to see this cinematic concert event on the big screen as it was intended. Please help us spread the word by posting this to your website, your blog, your social media sites - tell everyone!

5 Things to DO This W-end

November 9, 2012, 8:42 am
After a week that felt like a year, elections behind us, it is time to kick back. Think about.....leaves falling, chill in air, what to have for dessert. Quiet walks on the beach, cozy fires, laughing....puppies. ~Inessa

The Origins of Polica

November 5, 2012, 1:31 pm

A documentary chronicling the performances, recording process, and origins of Poliça.

9 Minutes of Kashmir!

November 2, 2012, 1:43 pm

Led Zeppelin have just posted the full 9 minute clip of “Kashmir” live at the O2 Arena (excerpted from the Celebration Day concert film).

Chris Robinson Brotherhood in Concert

November 2, 2012, 12:32 pm

The Chris Robinson Brotherhood takes the stage at the Aladdin Theater on Sunday, November  25th.

Robert Cray at the Aladdin Theater

November 2, 2012, 11:05 am

Catch Robert Cray in the Bing Lounge on Monday, November 12th and at the Aladdin Theater on Tuesday, November 13th.

You Voted. The Results Are In!

November 2, 2012, 2:30 pm

In this critical election year, we asked you to exercise your right and vote for your favorite KINK artists. We've tallied the votes (no hanging chads here) and now we're going play back your favorite KINK artists all weekend November 3rd and 4th. Then on Election Day, we'll feature the #1 artist, as determined by you, the people!

Hurricane Sandy: Coming Together

November 1, 2012, 10:06 am

Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band, Bon Jovi, Christina Aguilera, Sting and Billy Joel are all set to appear on "Hurricane Sandy: Coming Together," a benefit concert to aid the victims of the storm that devastated the Northeast.

KINK Jingle Bell Jam

October 31, 2012, 8:19 am

Los Lobos at Aladdin Theater

October 29, 2012, 8:59 am

Friday, November 9 | 8pm
Aladdin Theater
Tickets

Who is Allen Stone?

October 24, 2012, 3:26 pm

If You Like Stevie Wonder, Listen To Allen Stone!  Check out this article by Val Haller in the New York Times to get an idea of what Allen Stone is all about.

A Song And Dance Man?

October 17, 2012, 9:35 am

It was 1964, during the height of his “Protest Song” era. Bob Dylan was asked a question during a press conference: “Do you think of yourself primarily as a singer or poet?” Dylan replied: “Oh, I think of myself as a song and dance man, y’know.”

The Wallflowers

October 16, 2012, 3:00 pm
The Wallflowers return: We're glad it's not over with "Glad All Over" says our KINK Community contributor Cynthia Orlando.

Homegrown Music: De La Warr

October 15, 2012, 11:34 am

De La Warr. Here's how to say it: DAY LA WAR.

Indigo Girls w/ Oregon Symphony

October 15, 2012, 11:51 am

Grammy award-winning folk-rock duo Amy Ray and Emily Saliers joins the Oregon Symphony to deliver a beautifully crafted selection of songs from their new CD Beauty Queen Sister.

Rolling Stones at 50

October 12, 2012, 2:51 pm
The Rolling Stones documentary premiers this fall. And GRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR.

Robert Cray at Aladdin Theater

October 10, 2012, 11:24 am

Robert Cray takes the stage at the Aladdin Theater on Tuesday, November 13th. Get your presale tickets now.

Keane coming to Crystal Ballroom

October 10, 2012, 10:46 am

Catch Keane at the Crystal Ballroom on Tuesday, January 8th. Tickets for the show on sale now.

Brandi Carlile concert in November

October 9, 2012, 11:58 am

Brandi Carlile returns to Portland for a show at the Crystal Ballroom on Sunday, November 11th. 

Get your tickets before it sells out!

Benjamin Gibbard's Former Lives

October 10, 2012, 1:00 pm

Ben Gibbard found himself "with a cache of songs that were not really conducive to Death Cab records, and they’d been piling up for a while, and (he) decided that instead of just sitting on them, (he) was like, “I think I have enough to maybe make something.”

The Avett Brother's "The Carpenter"

October 3, 2012, 6:17 am
 Our regular KINK Community contributor of concert and album reviews, Cynthia Orlando, says the new Avett album is probably one of the best CD's released thus far this year.

LISTEN: The Wallflowers New Album

October 2, 2012, 12:51 pm

THE WALLFLOWERS - "Glad All Over" is available everywhere October 9th, 2012.

Maia Sharp: Me After You

October 2, 2012, 12:41 pm

Here's Maia Sharp's music video for her single "Me After You".

Perfect Gift for the Music Lover

November 17, 2012, 6:00 am

On sale now!

KINK LIVE 15 is a limited edition compilation of songs by musicians who performed LIVE in the Bing Lounge this year.

Win a Trip to the Bridge School Concert

September 24, 2012, 10:54 am

Check out this lineup, like us on Facebook, and get yourself entered into a drawing to fly down to California for an amazing day of music.

The Shins make iTunes Great Album List

September 19, 2012, 11:10 am

The Shins take the stage at Keller Auditorium on Wednesday, September 26th.  Get your tickets here. Their album, "Port of Morrow" has been included on the iTunes Great Albums of the 2000s list. Let's rewind back to February 13, 2012 for James Mercer's solo performance in the Bing Lounge. Enjoy!

It's Aimee Mann! Or Is It?

October 2, 2012, 10:49 am

Aimee Mann's new album "Charmer" will be released on Tuesday, September 18th.  Check out her video for the title single.  Pretty funny with a guest appearance by Laura Linney as the other Aimee Mann.

Dave Matthews talks "Away from the World"

September 11, 2012, 1:30 pm

Dave Matthews talks about the new DMB album, "Away from the World" in stores from RCA on 9/11. Pre-order deluxe version

Fall Album Preview

September 5, 2012, 11:01 am
Who will reign supreme in Autumn 2012? Here are 125 contenders we've got our eyes on.

Passenger

September 4, 2012, 1:16 pm

Passenger, aka Mike Rosenberg, began as a 5-piece. Now it's a solo/hobo trip for Mike who has financed the last several albums by doing it the old fashioned way, busking.

Rebecca Pidgeon

August 29, 2012, 4:16 pm
The British actress and singer-songwriter has maintained a recording career while also acting on stage and in feature films. She is married to the American writer and director David Mamet

Nick Cave

August 27, 2012, 11:53 am
Acclaimed director John Hillcoat (THE ROAD, THE PROPOSITION) together with his friend and collaborator Nick Cave, delivers a thrillingly vivid slice of American outlaw history in this epic gangster tale, LAWLESS. 

Avett Brothers at the Edgefield

August 27, 2012, 10:16 am
Here's a review of the first of a two night stand at McMenamin's Edgefield from the Avett Brothers from Cynthia Orlando.

Bruce Springsteen in Portland

September 19, 2012, 11:57 am

Here are the details of the concert with Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band Band, Wednesday, November 28, 2012 at the Rose Garden Arena.

Melissa Etheridge - Behind the Scenes

August 20, 2012, 3:34 pm
Melissa's  newest album hits record store shelves Sept. 4. So until then check out the making of her video "Falling Up." Watch Melissa show off her  "banjitar" while singing out the blues in the exclusive clip from Spinner,  below.

Pro-Surfer-Turned-Musician

August 20, 2012, 10:47 am
Timmy Curran not only surfed waves world-wide on the pro circuit, music was ALWAYS there. Timmy was just in for a gig at Portland Farmers Market this week. Get to know him a little better, here. ~Inessa

Bonnie Raitt Interview

August 17, 2012, 9:51 am

I had the rare and fortunate opportunity to sit down with one of my heroes, Bonnie Raitt in Boulder Colorado on August 8th 2012. She was gracious, funny and as real as anyone I've ever met.

Green Day Goes on the Road

September 10, 2012, 10:55 pm
'We tapped into our own version of 'Exile on Main Street'' says Green Day. 'We wanted something punchier, more power pop – somewhere between AC/DC and the early Beatles'. The band also admits to being less political and more, well, "lusty". See video, below. CHECK OUT THE TOUR DETAILS BELOW THE VIDEO.

3 New Beck Tracks

August 15, 2012, 2:11 pm
Some really mysterious moves from Beck. Releasing an album only as sheet music is one. Now check out 3 new tracks via the PlayStation 3 game Sound Shapes. We'll take it.

Sheila and Shelly are not impressed

August 9, 2012, 10:50 am
McKayla Maroney is a gold Olympic medalist, but she's clearly not impressed by the silver. Coming in second bites! The medal ceremony photo was so fabulous that 28-year-old New Yorker Gavin Aloen decided it would make a hilarious meme.

The Wallflowers: Glad All Over

August 3, 2012, 2:33 pm

The first single off of the band’s new album, Glad All Over, which hits stores October 2nd, is a Clash-inspired track featuring Mick Jones on vocals and guitar. The video was directed by Sam Jones and shot this month in the city where the band got their start- Los Angeles.

“Reboot The Mission” features a lively group of street dancers from San Francisco (Turf Feinz) and several B Boys (Legacy, Energetic) and Krumpers (Miss Prissy, Ruin, Lil Bad Newz) from Los Angeles. The dance crews add an exciting and unexpected element to the video.

Bob Dylan

August 3, 2012, 1:51 pm
The eagerly anticipated 35th studio album from living folk legend Bob Dylan, Tempest, is set to drop on Sept. 11.

Shawn Colvin

July 31, 2012, 11:54 am

Shawn Colvin interview and live performance in the Bing Lounge at 101.9 KINK.FM.  Portland, OR. Presented by Intel.