Soul’d Out Presents: Salami Rose Joe Louis, Sandra Lawson-Ndu (of Bells Atlas) – 21+
Salami Rose Joe Louis is a multi-instrumentalist female producer from California and a signee to Flying Lotus’s independent label Brainfeeder. Drawing influences from jazz, rock, hip-hop, Shuggie Otis, Captain Beefheart, Stereolab, and R. Stevie Moore, she creates a blend of experimental galaxy sounds with jazz influenced vocals and keys. She released her debut album on Brainfeeder “Zdenka 2080”, a conceptual sci-fi album that has been described as a “stunning interdimensional travel themed new album” by Gigwise. “Zdenka 2080” was nominated for Giles Peterson’s Worldwide Awards for best album of 2020. She had the honor of joining Flying Lotus’ Flamagra Tour, Cinematic Orchestra’s European tour, Toro y Moi’s “Outer Peace Tour”, TuneYards US. tour August, and supported acts Clairo, MNDSGN, Homeshake, and Still Woozy in 2022. This year she was featured on Toro y Moi’s new album, “Mahal” on Dead Oceans, and Hiatus Kaiyote’s album, “Mood Variant (The Remixes)” on Ninja Tune/Brainfeeder, Free the Robots album “Kaduwa”, and Soccer96 album “Inner Worlds”. Her production journey began with a Roland MV8800 in 2014, catalyzing a deep dive into the production world, recording and mixing her albums, “Son of a Sauce”, “Zlaty Sauce Nephew”, “Zdenka 2080”, and “Chapters of Zdenka”. Drawing from her studies in planetary sciences, she creates a unique experience…exploring ideas of multiverses and climate change through the lens of a fictional post apocalyptic keyboard toting earthling with a flashlight, a can of cashews, and a hopeful optimism. bandcamp Instagram Soundcloud facebookwith support from Sandra Lawson-Ndu (of Bells Atlas)
2023 Biamp PDX Jazz Festival: Christian Kuria- presented by PDX Jazz – All Ages – w/ YAWA
PDX Jazz are proud to present Christian Kuria at Holocene as part of the 2023 Biamp PDX Jazz Festival. Christian Kuria is a critically acclaimed producer, songwriter, and recording artist. His music has been streamed over 100 million times by fans across the globe. In late 2019, Christian made his US touring debut as support for the critically acclaimed writer, producer, and singer, Cautious Clay. After tour, Christian released his debut album ‘Borderline’. Following a string of successful international headlining shows, Kuria went on to release singles ‘Toroka’ and ‘23rd Street’ which received notable recognition from “Grown-ish”, MTV, Apple Music, OkayAfrica, and Amazon Music.Yawa, also known as Amenta Abioto, is a songwriter and producer from Memphis,TN and currently based in Portland, OR. In her one-woman performance, she builds vocal and instrumental loops from synth, drum machine, and kalimba creating atmospheric textures. Yawa surprises and tantalizes audiences with mind bending ideas while skipping vocally from soul-shaking gospel to smooth jazz. Her music is boldly mystical and soul-fired, and her raw live performances invoke elements of both theatrical and magical surprise.
STUDIO ’23: A New Year’s Eve celebration of house & disco music from Ibiza Boys, Mothership, Holocene & Grooving For Good – 21+
ADVANCE TICKETS FOR THIS EVENT ARE NOW SOLD OUT! THERE WILL BE A LIMITED NUMBER OF SPOTS AVAILABLE AT THE DOOR FOR $45 WHEN WE OPEN AT 8PM NIGHT OF SHOW. EARLY ARRIVAL IS RECOMMENDED TO GRAB ONE OF THOSE DOOR SPOTS (THE EARLIER THE BETTER)- Please note: These spots at the door are just hand stamps, not physical tickets – so it’s not possible to buy for others. – For all attendees: Re-entry is subject to venue capacity, so once you’ve entered the venue, we do NOT recommend leaving and then coming back – you won’t have to pay again when you return, but if we’re at capacity, you will have to wait in our re-entry line. (Tip: no one leaves the venue between 10pm and midnight). – After midnight, for you party-hoppers, we will drop cover to $20! And after 1am, for you even more ambitious party-hoppers, we will drop cover to $15!Introducing STUDIO 23: A New Year’s Eve celebration of house and disco music through the ages. Inspired by the world-famous Studio 54, with a modern twist, Portland’s finest will come together for one night only to ring in 2023. The DJ booth will feature sounds from PNW legend Cee White, a special never before seen set from the Bee Gee Boys (Jon Lewis DeMarquez, Sonwell, Lassi) and a b2b set from Seattle heroes Grooving For Good. Your night will be hosted by the iconic duo Sonny & Cher (aka C0smic J0ke and Jeff Bond) as they guide your evening with hourly costume contests, dance-offs and prizes. Come dressed to the nines in your favorite disco fit and be sure to drop by the custom photo booth, explore live art installations, try a specialty themed cocktail and dance until the late hours with best friends. Curated by: Holocene, Ibiza Boys, Mothership, Grooving For Good $1 from every ticket sold will be donated to Friends of Noise, a non-profit supporting creative youth in Portland.
Jane Weaver, Sonoda – 21+
Abusing, evading and obliterating 20 years of whimsical pop trends, Jane Weaver’s experience as a truly independent and resilient female experimental songwriter/sound-carrier commands respect and inspiration in equal measures. From teenage Liverpudlian shoe-gazer to conceptual-pop mistress, has seen her graze with pocket-punk, Synth-pop, acid folk, indie-schmindie, dark-ambient drones, Hollywood soundtracks and girl-group psych.Sonoda (so-NO-duh) is a meditative pop ensemble based in Los Angeles, CA. The quartet approaches live music and dream pop with a delicate, spiritual, and therapeutic perspective. A gentle glow of crystals, salt lamps, candles and flowers adorn the stage as the band creates a welcoming wash of ambience with warbly guitars and oscillating synths. Each performance opens and closes with a soothing ‘Ohm’ sung by front woman Lisa Sonoda, who resounds deeply on stage with her singing bowl, tingshas and chimes. It is in this dream world where Sonoda’s lullaby-pop sensibility conjures the auras of influences like Broadcast and Beach House. From these influences, Sonoda offers a new take on music and dream pop, bringing us a collective deep breath— a refreshment, a renewal: Meditative Pop. The band started with Lisa Sonoda’s solo projects, Clearing I (2016) and Clearing II (2017), which were later compiled and released on a small tape run on Never Anything Records. Lisa soon expanded to a full band with the help of musicians like Adrian Garcia on additional synth and guitar. Together they made their first full band demo album Karaoke Life (Never Content, 2018). With current members Eddie Ramos on drums and Jacob Maag on bass, they released singles Half-Life / The Mark (Anniversary, 2019), Point of View & Purpose (Flexible/Terrible Records, 2021). They have also toured with Vanishing Twin, Mutual Benefit and Hater, and performed with bands Good Morning, Claud, Juniore and many more.
Sorry for Party Rocking: 2010-2015 Pop & EDM Bangers – 21+
Take it back to a simpler time, where pop and dance music went hand in hand at every party. Get down to these iconic club bangers and fist bump all night long like it’s still 2012! 🌈💘💘 Good vibes only! 💘💘🌈 💙🧡Fun / neon attire is encouraged! 🧡💙 🎶🎶 Song requests are welcome 🎶🎶 Follow us on Instagram 🙌 @sorryforpartyrockinglaADVANCE TICKETS ARE NOW SOLD OUT! AND RSVP SIGN UPS ARE MAXED OUT AS WELL.WE WILL HAVE A LIMITED NUMBER OF SPOTS AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE AT THE DOOR WHEN WE OPEN AT 9PM, FOR $20. EARLY ARRIVAL IS RECOMMENDED!
Icebreaker: A music festival benefiting Friends of Noise ft. Vursatyl, Alana Rich, Serenity, Burbya, DJ Aspen – All Ages!
Join Friends of Noise for their annual winter break concert & Give!Guide fundraiser, ICEBREAKER!The event features a multi-generational spectrum of artists, featuring fresh local talents and headlined by the legendary Vursatyl. This is an all ages and dry event (no bar). Don’t miss the hottest show of the holiday season! FEATURING: VursatylAlana RichSerenityBurbyaVibes by DJ Aspen
Emo Nite at Holocene presented by Emo Nite LA – 21+ event
ADVANCE TICKETS FOR THIS EVENT ARE NOW SOLD OUT. WE WILL HAVE A LIMITED NUMBER OF SPOTS AT THE DOOR WHEN WE OPEN AT 9PM NIGHT OF SHOW!$1 from every ticket sold will be donated to Living The Dream Foundation
Arden Jones – Early Show! – ALL AGES – w/ Pardyalone
21-year-old Los Angeles-based singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist, Arden Jones captures unforgettable, serotonin-filled California summers into a perfect blend of pop, hip-hop, and alt that, while familiar, is undeniably his own. His clever rhymes and witty lyricism paint heartfelt, relatable sentiments that beautifully juxtapose his infectious hooks and euphoric, nostalgia-inspired beats. From a young age, Arden’s love of skating and surfing came second only to his love of music, successfully teaching himself to play an array of instruments including upright bass, mandolin, guitar, piano, and ukelele. His musical household introduced him to legends like The Avett Brothers, Bright Eyes, and 50 Cent, but it wasn’t long before he began forging his own musical identity inspired by J. Cole, Kendrick Lamar, and Mac Miller. A prolific user of Garageband and SoundCloud, Arden posted his internet-beat smash “Parallel Parking” on TikTok at the end of 2020 where it caught the attention of newly minted label, vnclm_, and eventually into the hearts of 14 million Spotify listeners. Since the song’s release, Arden continues to pave his own way into the music world. Following a series of hit singles (including rollercoaster, SMILE, either way) and performances to screaming fans across the country, Arden was determined to reward his die-hard fanbase in 2022, dropping a new three-song EP at the beginning of every month to immense critical acclaim. With millions of streams independently and an unrelenting work ethic, Arden Jones proves that he really is “just trying to make you smile.”with support from Pardyalone!
Quarters of Change – All Ages – w/ Late Night Drive Home, Deaf Dreamer
Quarters of Change is the Lower-East-Side quartet leading the charge on New York City’s rock resurgence. Composed of Ben Acker, Attila Anrather, Jasper Harris, and Ben Roter, the band has made waves online (and on the road) with their authentic brand of alternative rock. After receiving co-signs from stars like Joe Jonas, Lewis Capaldi, and Fred Durst – the band made their major label debut in July of 2022, and tapped Mikey Freedom Hart (Bleachers) and Tom Lord-Alge (U2, The Rolling Stones, Blink 182) for finishing touches on what was otherwise a self-produced project. Quarters of Change then embarked on a full North American tour supporting Bad Suns (Epitaph Records), stopping at radio stations and gracing playlist covers along the way, and now prepares for their biggest year yet. Listen to Into The Rift (Deluxe) out now on Elektra Records (Warner Music Group)With support from Late Night Drive Home and Deaf Dreamer
CANCELED – SNAP! – Ugly Xmas Sweater Party – ’90s vs ’00s Dance party! – 21+
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER. ALL TICKET BUYERS WILL BE AUTOMATICALLY REFUNDED. Join us for SNAP! Y2K 90s vs 00s party this month at HOLOCENE on FRIDAY, DECEMBER 23RD for an Ugly Sweater Xmas Party! Break out your ugliest sweater for a chance to win prizes! We have something for everyone! EXPECT TO HEAR Hip Hop, Rock, West Coast Rap, R&B, Rave, Pop and everything in between from the early 90s to the early 00s. And don’t forget to step into our gaming area to play all your favorite Nintendo games. SNAP! Y2K crew brings the party every LAST FRIDAY at Holocene for a nostalgic trip back to all your favorite music from the early 90s to the early 00s. Spanning genres from Hip Hop to House to Alt Rock to Modern re-edits you will feel like you are back in Middle school. Resident DJ’sColin JonesIntrocut “Like” and Follow us!TikTok: @snap90spartyInstagram: @snap90spartyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/SNAP90s/