It's a rare night when there's little to recommend . . . and tonight certainly isn't it. Some great shows kick off a busy weekend . . . . here's what jumps out at me:
If you appreciate great vocalists, two swoon-worthy voices grace the stage at the Aladdin tonight with the double-bill of Raul Malo and Shelby Lynne. Malo, once the lead singer of The Mavericks, can tackle virtually any material with his smooth, soaring voice. Lynne has garnered a lot of attention covering 60's pop on her last two CDs, particularly her distinctive and critically-aclaimed take on songs recorded by Dusty Springfield. . . . 8PM, $30
James Low and band got Wednesday's opening night festivities at Mississippi Studios off to a rousing start. Catch two hours of the band at their monthly 1st Friday happy hour at the Laurelthirst. . . . 6 PM, free
An entire weekend of cello love at Mississippi Studios begins tonight with two shows by the Portland Cello Project with a slew of special guests including Storm Large, Chris Robley and Justin Power. Surprising and moving music from a stage full of cellos and their equally talented collaborators - and it will sound amazing in the new space. There are also two shows on Saturday and one more Sunday afternoon . . . . 7 and 10 PM, $17
Lewi Longmire seems to be particularly inspired this week (thanks, Ken for your capsule review) and his eclectic blend will rock Biddy McGraw's tonight . . . . 9PM, free
The Portland FolkMusic Society presents Steve Gillette and Cindy Mangsen in their continuing series of touring folk artists at Carvlin Hall. . . . 7:30PM, $12
Casey Neill and the Norway Rats headline a four band night at the White Eagle that includes Scotland Barr & the Slow Drags, Drunken Prayer and North Twin. . . . 9:30PM, $8
. . . and if western swing or a good Texas two-step is your thing, it's Bob Wills night at Duff's Garage with Los Cowtones, Shorty & the Mustangs and the Longhorns. Definitely wear your dancin' shoes. . . . 9:30PM, $??
More on Saturday shows later or tomorrow . . . . but just a quick mention for a head start is the Tom Petty tribute show at the Fez Ballroom presented by a host of Portland talent, including Reina Collins, Lewi Longmire, Rob Stroup, Hank Rasco, Kate Mann, Michael Jodell & Matt Brown, and James Low. . . . 8PM, $8 adv tix at Music Millennium/$10 door
. . . and there'll be a free acoustic preview of the show at 4PM at Music Millennium.
Now there's just about something for everyone . . . so get out to some live music!
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