[Nathan Hart]

Nathan Hart is a nationally touring stand-up comic, delivering a razor-sharp, out-of-this-world take on everyday life with the swagger and timing of an old-school rock star. Known for his meticulous storytelling, hard-hitting writing, and fully committed delivery, Nathan commands any stage—from packed festival crowds like Altercation, AlaskaB4UDIE, & FEST, to the high-pressure spotlight of the Seattle International Comedy Competition.

Whether he's headlining intimate pop-up shows with Don't Tell and Next Stop, lighting up private house crowds, or crushing in respected clubs across the country, Nathan Hart leaves audiences with one clear takeaway: this is comedy that hits different.
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[Ginger Molasses]

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Ginger Molasses is a five-piece rock band formed in 2023 in the Sierra Nevada Foothills town of Nevada City, California. They draw on elements of soul, funk, and southern rock to craft their unique sound. At the helm is front-woman Tawnee Kendall, whose Nashville-tinged vocals and energetic performances supercharge the band's live shows. Ginger Molasses' songwriting celebrates overlooked American subcultures. Fans are transported to other worlds, such as a real-life Houston theme park devoted to the orange, steroid use in pro baseball, and renegade speed boaters on the Sacramento Delta.

Thanks, Janelle!
What a fun idea! "A comedy show where the audience submits their sexy questions and a comedian answers them." Hosted by Eleanore Ryan.

Doors open @ 7pm, Show @ 8pm!

[June Swoon]

June Swoon is a Los Angeles-based artist whose exploratory songwriting is cinematic, romantic, and a little bit dangerous, immersing the listener in compelling worlds that linger like a bruise. Her latest EP, "Big Truck," is a modern alternative tour de force, marrying alt-country and post-punk with powerhouse vocals and razor-sharp songwriting. June Swoon has been featured in New Noise Magazine, Indie Sound, and has opened for Goldie Boutilier and Brennan Wedl. RIYL Mitski, Jenny Lewis, Waxahatchee.

Local Bend favorites Not Your Ex Lover join the bill.

[The Desert Howlers]

The Desert Howlers bring Central Oregon roadhouse blues with a gritty electric edge. Built around veteran bassist and vocalist Howard Dyer, drummer Karl Lindgren, and British-born bluesman Steve Counsel on guitar and harmonica, the band leans into danceable blues grooves, rough-cut vocals, harmonica bite, and guitar work rooted in electric blues and rock and roll. Their sound has that barroom-blues feel: tight, raw, and meant to be heard live

HOLY HOLY HECK GUYS! I can't even properly express how great these two bands were. I went with my beau Brett, my friends Steph and Bill, AND I happened to also unexpectedly meet my sweet friend Mauria there. My phone died sadly so I got very few photos -- thankfully a few short clips of both bands -- and they both truly hooked the crowd and drew us IN!

I'll be honest, I've never heard "bluegrass rock" or "Americana grit" or "electrified porch music", but I must say, I was BLOWN away! As a first time-r at this particular venue, I can say that not only is The Domino Room one of the best venues I've ever seen a show in acoustically, but these two bands really knocked my socks off. The many-piece band of Rust Mouth has a surprisingly rich sound with an upright bass, steel guitar, etc. The Deltaz sound like a four-piece band, not a two-piece band, and you have to see them to believe the kind of talent the drummer has -- he plays literally FOUR instruments at once! All the covers were fun and creative, but the originals from both bands truly shined. Can't wait to go back to The Domino Room -- and the $25 ticket price was worth every CENT! Thanks to Bill & Steph for the invite and both of them with Mauria being such great show partners, SO grateful Brett and I were able to make it!

[Craft Kitchen]

Thanks to the fabulous Janelle Musson for this info!
Open Mic Stand Up Comedy every Wednesday at Craft Kitchen!

[The Beertown Comedy Open Mic]

Thanks to the fabulous Janelle Musson for this info!
The Beertown Comedy Open Mic happens every Monday Night @ Silver Moon Brewing in Downtown Bend, Oregon.

Sign ups start at 6:30PM & close at 7PM when the show starts. We have 20 - 5 minute spots available and no late sign ups unless prior arrangements have been made with Beertown.

With all of our mics, we are always on the lookout to book comedians for paid gigs for various shows that we produce and to help recommend to our network of room bookers and producers throughout the country.

MORE THAN JUST A COMEDY CLUB
Discover the best in Bend Comedy right here at Beertown Comedy. We're redefining the comedy scene in Bend, Oregon, by partnering with diverse venues across Central Oregon to bring you top-notch comedy events. From hilarious open mic nights to performances by the biggest names in comedy, Beertown Comedy is your go-to spot for a night of laughter. Whether you're looking for things to do in Bend or the best beer in town, Beertown Comedy offers a unique and unforgettable experience. Join us and see why we're more than just a comedy club in Bend, Oregon

[Shine]

The Shine you know and love now has an alter ego... meet Shineola!!

Shineola has one main aim- to get the audience singing at the top of their lungs! From popular rock to timeless choruses, and from anthem classics to generations old folk songs from the commonwealth, come and experience the magic of CHORUS THERAPY!!

[Heller Highwater]

Heller Highwater is a fantastic R&B/country/rock cover band I've enjoyed many times. They have a larger band and a trio, this is their larger band. I will attach some fun details for those of you interested to learn more about them!

Heller Highwater is a five piece dance band with roots in R & B and Classic Rock. Where ever Heller is playing there is a party going on.
Based out of Bend, Oregon, Heller Highwater creates a vibe that audiences of all ages can move to. With the cool sounds of Motown, rock, soulful blues and a touch of Country it's a style of musical groove that makes people want to get up and shake it on the dance floor or just listen and enjoy. Influences like Aretha Franklin, Stevie Wonder, Etta James on the R & B side. Then throw in some Stones, AC/DC, Delbert Mcclinton, Susan Tedeschi and many others and everyone can find something to love.

The musicians are skilled, versatile and expressive. The goal is to provide the very best musical experience possible for our audiences. In short we're all playing music for the right reasons....We love it!
Lead Vocalist Heather Drakulich took classical vocal instruction early in her career but eventually gave in to her passion for Rock and Soul. That early training shines through and reveals a vocal powerhouse who will keep you entertained with her passion, energy and style. Heather did a stint with a Seattle area band called "New Moon" who opened for the Shirelles while on tour. Some of her important influences are: Aretha Franklin, Etta James and Bonnie Raitt. Heather is spending time writing these days with one of her tunes prominent on the new CD.

Tom Brouillette, lead guitar and vocals, is a smoking hot player with range. He can play everything from country to blues to rock to acoustic sweetness. Tom Studied at the Guitar Institute in Hollywood taking instruction from the likes of Robben Ford and other top artists. He played a wide variety of venues in the Reno/Lake Tahoe area over several years, winning a major battle of the bands competition in the process resulting in a recording contract and local air play for the music.

Keyboardist Lou Schmerber adds a rich foundation to the band sound taking on leads as well. He covers not only the more traditional Organ, electric and acoustic Piano sounds but also adds horns, Synth and maybe even some percussion. Lou adds rich vocal harmonies and is our go to guy for dicing out harmonies on tricky material. Lou grew up in a musical family taking several years of piano lessons back in the day. Lou played with "The Blue Royals" in the Portland area for several years.

Drummer/Percussionist Lance Van Buren keeps the band honest with a highly creative and consistent beat. He also has a strong singing voice taking the lead on some tunes. Lance started out as a Rock guy keeping it simple and solid with a love for syncopation. While playing Blues Jams for about 13 years he learned many blues styles and also Latin rhythms. Lance has played with a number of bands with diverse styles.

Bass Player Dylan Little holds down the low end and keeps the room grooving. His roots sprout from rock music ranging from blues and roots rock to hard rock. Dylan has played with multiple bands around Central Oregon since 2011. He is influenced by and enjoys playing many different genres of music. His deep roots in ROCK keep the music driving and tight!

[Linda Quon & Hello Trouble]

Linda Quon & Hello Trouble is a vibrant six-piece vintage roots band showcasing her original music with a swing-infused energy that captivates audiences. They also happen to be one of my favorite local bands, period. Both in the caliber of people AND musical talent.

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[Bands for Bread]

Bands for Bread is an all-day FREE concert hosted at Boneyard Brewing. The event will feature nine bands from 12 pm - 9 pm on July 31st, with a $1 per beer sold donation going directly to St. Vincent de Paul Bend. In addition, there will be a silent auction, raffle, and merch sales. Every dollar goes directly to St. Vincent de Paul Bend, supporting their vital food, housing, shelter, and community support programs.

If you attend, I'd love to hear your experiences!

[Soul'd Out]

Soul'd Out, one of my absolute favorite local Soul, R&B & Funk bands is playing at one of my very favorite venues - River's Place. It's a match made in heaven!

If you go, please feel free to share photos and videos below!

Tony Smiley will remain one of my very favorite performers in Bend for VERY good reason -- he is unmatched in his ability to cover songs creatively, mash-up songs seamlessly, build songs from scratch with crazy amazing loops and multiple instruments, get the audience participation in the setlist AND be entertaining. He's the fully package and I'm so grateful I got to share it with so many amazing friends.

[SUCH]

This event was SUCH an unexpected treat! I had never been to Ballers & Brews -- turns out, it's a delightful food cart/live show venue, complete with dog-friendly accomodations AND a nice, big dance floor!

Heller Highwater trio sounded absolutely fabulous at this spot, and Heather was in FINE form as she belted out classics like she was MADE for singing! And quite a few of our (previous text-thread) members were there -- Steph, Ruth Anne, and Dina!