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Violetera is an instrumental trio that started in SE Portland with sounds that blend post-rock, post-punk and shoegaze. They released a full length album in November of 2024 and will be releasing new songs around September '25. They are joined by Merwulf and Venetian Veil.

Since 2014, The Thesis has served as a launchpad for Portland’s most exciting hip-hop talent. Join us for another unforgettable night as the city’s best take the stage. September marks a major moment: Majik9 steps into her first-ever headlining set at The Thesis. Known for her playful energy and serious skills, she’s ready to own the spotlight. She’ll be joined by Thesis legend Wavy Josef, [E]mpress, Tra4Duce, plus, the debut of Dissimilar, a collective led by Majik9 and her crew.

The sexy sounds of Salsa + Cumbia + Latin Soul vibrate thru the Shoppe for this dance party w/ DJ's 1 -800-WITTAKER, MORNING REMORSE + DISCO DIABLO. Doors at 9PM, No Cover.

Shawn Brown Band is quickly becoming one of Portland’s fastest rising and most beloved rock & roll acts. Steeped in americana, roots rock and soul, SBB is poised to deliver yet another dynamic hometown show at Lollipop Shoppe. Their exectional lineup includes Ben Landsverk, Ned Failing, Jeff Langston, and AG Donnaloia. SBB are more than chuffed to be co-headlining this show with the incredible Nathan Earle Band as well as the unforgettable Karyn Ann. 

Join us for another installment of Lose Yr Mind’s brand-new, FREE, weekly music series, MONDAY NIGHT LIVE. Kenzy Peach is a friend to all unsettling women and big-hearted freaks! Kenzy Peach is too much! Kenzy Peach needs to know - are you receiving her psychic messages? She is joined by Ava Swan all the way from Nashville, TN! ~ Karaoke after the show!

(EARLY SHOW) Taking note from other heavy hitters such as Earth, OM and Grails, as well as classic mentors Black Sabbath & Ravi Shankar, Breath produces a sound informed by a practice of meditation, with a mindset of spaciousness running in tandem with the intensity of a boundless resolve to express. They are joined by Young Hunter and Vacancy floor - presented by Glass Pyre Booking. 

They have a dynamic sound that is best felt in the room. Their aim is darker textures with nostalgic undertones. Tile Blue. They are joinend by Auradev and Crystal Canopy.

Lizard Skin is a noise rock/post-punk band formed in Portland, OR in 2017 and specializes in swampy dirges overlaid with tortuous throat-shredding vocals. In their current incarnation, the band is comprised of vocalist Dillon Morton, guitarist Mark Arciaga (of Puerta Negra, Mortal Screen), bassist Susan Subtract (of High-Functioning Flesh, Mortal Screen), and drummer Just Dave (of Railing, Rotties, Over, Nux Vomica). They are joined by Of Wires and Televillain.

Chipped Nail Polish draws from indie rock, lo-fi pop, and surf punk, blending jagged energy with a softer edge. The songs are raw and personal, shaped by sharp lyrics, emotional honesty, and an understated sense of humor. Come celebrate the debut album, After Ankeny, marking a new era of change, movement, and the bittersweet process of growing into yourself. Joined by Mary Eliza and Mister Heavy.

Pigeon Milk strips the soundtracks from forgotten art films and performs new scores live as the movies unfold on screen. What emerges is pure audiovisual alchemy – vintage cinema colliding with modern synths, bass guitars, and driving electro-acoustic rhythms. This isn't background music. It's live soundtrack surgery. The band inhabits these films, transforming dusty celluloid into hypnotic dreamscapes through layers of electronic textures and thunderous drums. "Angels Egg" then, "Godzilla."