Back in Portland after a month working in Juneau followed by a week in South Carolina low country and Finn couldn't wait to get back to the playground. I was excited to see a few of the tell-tale signs of Fall along the way including some freshly fallen, thorn armored, horse-chestnuts. When we got to the Couch … Continue reading Horse-Chestnuts
The Black Keys Blues
The bluest of blues, quick snapping, hard hitting, handclaps and the ever present grind of Auerbach's guitar put Brothers, the latest from the Akron duo, The Black Keys leaps and bounds beyond the explorations of Attack and Release (2008, produced by Danger Mouse). Touched up with sweet Fender Rhodes work and the careful production … Continue reading The Black Keys Blues
Holidayale time in Portland
It's that time again, the time of year when all of Portland's beer geeks get an early Christmas present in the form of 45+ seasonal and special vintage beers. Portland's Holiday Ale Festival kicked off mid-day yesterday in Pioneer Square and upon entering what felt like a big-top circus tent devoted to all things dark, … Continue reading Holidayale time in Portland
