CANCELED: Ben Darwish (EP Release Show) – w/ Zyanna – 21+
This event has been canceled due to unforeseen circumstances. All ticket buyers will be automatically refunded.On May 29th, Portland-native Ben Darwish will be celebrating the release of his new Dayglow EP. This album combines elements of alt rnb and jazz with swirling synths, deep grooves, and soaring vocals. The band will feature drummer Adam Christgau (Miley Cyrus, Tegan and Sarah) and special guests throughout the night. Opening the show is recent Portland transplant Zyanna – a vocalist and bassist who pushes the boundaries of jazz and neo soul. BEN DARWISH: Ben Darwish is a Los Angeles based songwriter and producer originally from Portland, Oregon. He initially gained recognition as a jazz artist in Portland leading several bands and winning various awards including the ASCAP Young Jazz Composer Award. Since Moving to LA, he’s quickly become a figure in pop and R&B circles leading to writing and producing songs for BANKS (“Skinnydipped”, “Deadend”, “Birds By The Sea”), Octavian featuring Saint Jhn (“Famous”), MisterWives (“Superbloom”), Shawn Mendes (“The Christmas Song”) and many more. He was also a grand prize winner in the 2020 John Lennon Songwriting contest for his song “Shine On”. During the pandemic he spent most of his time learning 3D animation and since has released two 3D music videos – Sleepwalkin (2021) and I Like Doze (2023). As a live pianist and keyboard player, he has performed with many well respected artists including grammy winning vocalist KD Lang, Mike Posner, Natasha Bedingfield, and Nate Mercereau among others. More recently, he toured extensively with BANKS for her III album tour cycle and is currently acting as musical director for Laufey, Porter Robinson, Pussy Riot, and more. ZYANNA: Anna Meyer “Zyanna” is a Portland and Los Angeles jazz and contemporary arranger, vocalist and vocal teacher. She recently performed with George Colligan at the Phillis Wheatley Project, with Lawrence Gilliam at the Greenway Amphitheater and at The Mint as part of Astral Voyage – an international funk & soul group. In July of 2023, she became the band leader & founder of the Los Angeles based Neo- Soul/Jazz group “The Swing of Thingz” & released her first solo EP project “Soul Angel”. In August of 2023, she became a vocalist with the award winning & grammy nominated Los Angeles vocal ensemble “Tonality”. Anna has her bachelors degree in Jazz Vocal Performance from Portland State University and plans to receive her masters in Vocal Performance in the near future.
GLOBAL BASED PRESENTS: QUIERO CUMBIA ft. La Cosecha Internacional & DJ Lucha – 21+
A special edition of Quiero Cumbia, una noche con el Rey de la Banda en Vinilo, making his return desde Tijuana BC – La Cosecha Internacional 🇲🇽 + very special guest: DJ Lucha of Y La Bamba! Sounds by: La Cosecha Internacional (MX) Banda y Corrido set DJ Lucha (MX) Of Y La Bamba SUPPORT: ESPINA LETAL REYES $15 limited early bird tickets$20 advance $25 at the door
Pearl and the Oysters – w/ Teal Pop – 21+
Juliette Pearl Davis and Joachim Polack aren’t just musical collaborators – they’re also life partners. As Pearl & the Oysters, they make songs that speak to eclectic tastes in music and pop culture; as Juju and Jojo, they’re kindred spirits. What began as a high-school friendship in Paris blossomed into a creative and personal relationship that has spanned decades and continents.In another life, Juliette and Joachim made pop music in Paris but when the opportunity arose, the pair skipped town for the U.S. After four years immersed in the open-minded DIY scene of Gainesville, Florida, Pearl & The Oysters headed to Los Angeles, where they connected with artists including Mild High Club and Laetitia Sadier of Stereolab, and finished up their new record, Coast 2 Coast.Coast 2 Coast draws on this experience for its colorful cocktail of sounds: the swamps of Florida and sandy L.A. beaches under a mirrorball sun; a radio picking up a faraway broadcast before tuning into an oldies pop station; crashing waves that melt into the sound of Juliette’s white noise machine. It documents Juliette and Joachim’s move across the U.S. and the unfamiliar feeling of being settled, having found a “sense of ‘home’ in one another.” Coast 2 Coast is out 21 April on Stones Throw.with support from Teal Pop
Amtrac DJ set – w/ Drew Cornwall (DJ Set) – 21+
Amtrac favors a tactile assembly of alternative electronic music reliant on handcrafted nuance akin to that of a band. The Kentucky-born and Los Angeles-based artist, DJ, producer, remixer, multi- instrumentalist, and founder of Openers carefully fuses textures and styles into an unabridged, unfiltered, and undeniable sonic trip on his aptly titled second full-length, Oddyssey [Openers/RCA Records]. As such, he imparts a piece of himself on every moment — from the production and composition to the vocals and performance. The story represents the culmination of a near nine-year journey since the release of his acclaimed 2011 debut, Came Along. The album elevated the Morehead, KY native — born Caleb Cornett — to the cutting edge of electronic music. In its wake, he amassed an acclaimed catalog of originals and remixes. Lending his touch to tunes by Two Door Cinema Club, Elderbrook, Sigur Rós, and Chromatics, Pitchfork described his remixing as “epic-sounding.” Among the originals, 2014’s “Those Days” notably boasted vocals from Stevie Wonder and Marvin Gaye. Following the 2016 solo EP Lost In Motion, he reached a new plateau on the 1987 EP during 2017. Both “Never Lost” and “Piano Boy” put up over 6 million Spotify streams each as his total stream tally neared the 100 million mark. Along the way, he earned praise from Billboard, Mixmag, Revolt, Complex, i-D Magazine, and more in addition to gracing the stages of major festivals such as Ultra Music Festival, EDC Las Vegas, Osheaga Festival, and Holy Ship!, to name a few. Not to mention, he headlined shows on four continents. Launching Openers in 2017, he provided a home to tracks by Durante, Rick Trainor, Luces, and many others. Amidst this whirlwind, he continued to write music, working towards what would become Oddyssey. This time around, he nodded to a wider swath of influences. Inspired by filmmaker and composer John Carpenter of Halloween and Escape From New York fame, he further utilized outboard gear and incorporated synthesizer soundscapes as he built the framework of the record. He also sang on a total of four tracks. He teased the album by way of “Madness to Mayhem,” which Billboard dubbed, “a song that seems to bridge the gap between his Came Along days and the moody blues of his present.” Meanwhile, the first single “Between The Lines” illuminates an evolution. Above resounding piano, Amtrac’s upbeat and uplifting production builds towards a hummable hook awash in a rush of fluttering neon synths and a driving beat. He croons, “I said every single lesson is stuck on loop, read between the lines.” “There’s a lot of trial-and-error tinkering to find the magic moment,” he says. “That launches the path of a song. It’s what happened on ‘Between The Lines.’ I wanted to do something faster and more high energy, and I went for it. As far as the lyrics go, most of them pertain to my relationships. That’s the case here, for sure.” Elsewhere on the record, Amtrac’s vocals also drive the indie rock-influenced “Stratego” and pensive “Accountable,” while Lali Puna delivers a dreamy cameo on “No Place” and Alex Metric contributes a heartfelt vocal turn to the synth swells of “So Afraid.” Renowned for his performances, the live show will reflect the same spirit, integrating visuals as he plays synthesizers live and takes the microphone. “I want to do different things every show,” he adds. “It’s meant to be unique.” In the end, Amtrac’s authenticity shines in everything he does.
Emo Nite at Holocene presented by Emo Nite LA – 21+ event
$1 from every ticket sold will be donated to Living The Dream Foundation.
DANG! – A Soulful Electronic Dance Night – 21+
Welcome to DANG! A soulful electronic dance night. Just good energy, vibes and music. A celebration of only the best music, spanning from house to R&B. Dancey, bouncey, and transcending genres, DANG! is the ultimate dance party for fans of left of center electronic with soulful and rhythmic influences. This is the only party that expertly combines a top-tier mix of groovy house music & catchy R&B. Come get your dose of dopamine on the dancefloor, while you lose yourself in the intoxicating rhythms from songs from some of your favorite artists, like Kaytranada, Disclosure, Channel Tres + more. Dance music for your soul.A Tribute To The Music Of:KAYTRANADA | Anderson .Paak | Disclosure | SG Lewis | Toro Y Moi | Channel Tres | Tyler The Creator | Goldlink | Jungle | Jayda G | Peggy Gou + many moreParty Playlist! Get in the vibe of the party here:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4FF7tf0TWLChtgVD7cEiPg?si=5eb26907dc70437eDon’t miss out on this one of a kind event. See you on the dance floor at DANG!*This is a tribute dance night. None of the artists mentioned will be appearing at this event, nor are they affiliated with the event. Free before 10pm with RSVP (limited quantity)$15 tier 1 advance tickets (limited quantity)$20 tier 2 advance ticketsBuy 4 and save! – 4 ticket bundle pricing available
Club Blush: An Ethereal & Euphoric Dance Night – 21+
Club Blush (An Ethereal & Euphoric Dance Night) A tribute to the hits from ODESZA, Rufus Du Sol, Flume Disclosure, Kaskade, Hayden James, Jamie xx, Bob Moses, Lane 8, Bonobo, Fred Again…, MGMT, Zhu, Duke Dumont, Empire of the Sun, Flight Facilities, Gorgon City, Purity Ring, Nora En Pure, Snakehips, Kaytranada… etc. Let’s dance under the lights together to the best ethereal and euphoric dance music, all night long.*This is a tribute dance night. None of the artists mentioned will be appearing at this event, nor are they affiliated with the event.Song requests are available through Instagram. @clubblush.party FREE BEFORE 10PM WITH RSVP – SUBJECT TO VENUE CAPACITY (EARLY ARRIVAL RECOMMENDED) – RSVP sign ups close 1 day before the event, or upon sell out, whichever is earlierFOR PRIORITY ENTRY UNTIL 11PM, PURCHASE AN ADVANCE TICKET FOR $15$20 AT THE DOOR AFTER 10PM
SNAP! Y2K: ’90s vs ’00s Dance party! – THE HAPPY FACE PARTY – 21+
Join us for SNAP! PDX this month at HOLOCENE on FRIDAY, APRIL 26TH for our Y2K 90s vs 00s party. This month’s theme is the classic icon, The Happy Face! Wear Black & Yellow, Neon, and maybe even tie dye for our HAPPY FACE PARTY! 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. The SNAP! 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 at a Middle School dance. “Like” & Follow us!TikTok: @snap90spartyInstagram: @snap90spartyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/SNAP90s/
Dana and Alden
Early show! With special guest: Nick Gamer This event is All Ages OFFICIAL TICKETS:ETIX is the official ticketing source and partner of Holocene. The official website of Holocene is holocene.org. We cannot guarantee the validity of re-sold tickets purchased from secondary ticket resale marketplaces such as Ticketmaster, StubHub, SeatGeek, Vivid Seats, etc. ALL SALES ARE FINAL. PLEASE, DOUBLE-CHECK YOUR ORDER BEFORE PURCHASING. NO REFUNDS.
Holocene, Monqui and Spend the Night present: ROMY: Club Mid Air Tour 2024 AT WONDER BALLROOM – 21+
THIS EVENT IS TAKING PLACE AT WONDER BALLROOMRomy Madley Croft is a musician, songwriter and DJ. First coming to prominence as one third of theinfluential group The xx, Romy has followed in footsteps of her xx bandmates Oliver Sim and Jamie xx tocarve out a hugely exciting solo career. In 2020, she released her debut solo single “Lifetime” towidespread acclaim, followed by her 2022 breakout single “Strong” which became Romy’s biggest solosingle to date. 2023 will see the release of her highly anticipated debut album, featuring production withFred again.. and Stuart Price. Her latest single “Enjoy Your Life” is another prime example of Romy’s”emotional music to dance to” and features the sampled vocals of the legendary BeverlyGlenn-Copeland. A now-legendary pop writer, Romy has co-written each of The xx’s three acclaimedalbums, Dua Lipa’s Grammy-winning hit single “Electricity” with Mark Ronson and Diplo’s Silk City), plussongs for King Princess and Halsey, among others.