Marv Ellis & DJ Dv8
9pm $12 Adv. / $15 DOS 21+
NW Neurospicy Hip Hop Original Marv Ellis is coming back to Blairally! NW Hip hop Pioneer. Genre Crosser. Live Show Destroyer.
Marv Ellis: NW Hip hop Pioneer. Genre Crosser. Live Show Destroyer. 12 albums deep and counting. Spanish speaker, producer, rhyme writer. Self-taught & Self Produced. Not in it for the money. Self Sustaining INDEPENDENT musician. Positive and Extremely Creative. Brain Storm Box Master. Compassionate and Aware. Community Builder. School Teacher. Graphic Designer. International Recording ARTIST. The traditional beliefs, customs, & stories of a community, passed through the generations by word of mouth, over Thump with Soul.
DJ Dv8: For 25 years, DJ Dv8 has been rocking shows, crushing DJ battles and packing dance floors. A Eugene native, the turntablist sharpened his skills in the thriving underground Hip-hop scene of the early 2000's. Marv Ellis invited him to be a part of the legendary Imaginary Friends in 2006, Dv8 skillfully provided his musical skratch style to the 9-piece ensemble. Thus began a 20 year musical odyssey of collaboration and touring between Marv & Dv8. Together they have played their music internationally, created albums of material together, pushed live-band Hip-hop to new frontiers, and always shined their light for the NW community and places that shaped them.
Drifting Roots | Rubbah Tree | Michael Leslie
6:30pm $12 Adv. / $15 Door 21+
Get ready for a sun-soaked night of irresistible reggae grooves as Drifting Roots bring their vibrant “Test of Time 2026 Tour” to Blairally on May 3rd, lighting up Eugene with a high-energy blend of roots reggae, soulful melodies, and feel-good rhythms. Kicking off the night, Rubbah Tree sets the tone with their smooth, groove-heavy sound, warming the stage for an unforgettable headlining set. Whether you're a longtime reggae fan or just chasing a great night out, this show promises infectious vibes, uplifting energy, and a packed dance floor—grab your tickets now!
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Drifting Roots is an original reggae band based out of Central Florida. The band was founded in San Diego, CA in 2018 by Matthew Mavericks. After establishing musical roots in California, Matt relocated home to Florida. The music is written, recorded, and produced by Matt in his home music studio in Satellite Beach, FL. The touring lineup has Matt (guitar/lead vox), Joey Zizzo(bass/vox), and Jordenn Garcia(drums) bringing a high energy performance with lyrics that stay true to roots reggae.
Drifting Roots have had the pleasure to share the stage with artist such as Collie Buddz, Steel Pulse, Julian Marley, The Movement, Mike Love and Authority Zero. With two Top 5 iTunes Charting albums out (Life is Good 2021) & (Meant to Be 2022), Drifting Roots also recently dropped a new 5 song EP titled (Find a Way 2024). From the East Coast to the West Coast and everywhere in between, Drifting Roots tours relentlessly sharing their music and spreading love to each city they pass by.
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Rubbah Tree is a 6 piece reggae rock band from Bend Or.
Our goal is to spread the positive message and irie rhythm with the heavy influence of the North West .
Rubbah Tree was created in the heart of Central Oregon in 2015. We wanted to bring our love of reggae rock music with our own take on how we see it. We are inspired by the beauty’s that Mother Nature has to offer all around us and how we can express that love through the power of music. We strive to bring new sounds and new ways of listening to reggae music. We are very excited to keep bringing the world cascade reggae music!
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Hailing from a lineage of musical excellence, Michael Leslie is a seasoned musician whose talents have woven a rich tapestry across the reggae and soul landscapes. A true artist at heart, Michael's journey has seen him evolve from a skilled keyboardist and vocalist to a captivating solo performer. With a career marked by collaborations with iconic artists and a penchant for innovative melodies, Michael Leslie's music resonates deeply with audiences around the world.
From the early days of his musical exploration, Michael found himself drawn to the pulsating rhythms of reggae. As he honed his skills, his journey led him to become a key member of bands like Rising Buffalo Tribe, where his keyboard prowess and emotive vocals contributed to the band's unique sound. Through his collaborations, Michael gained insights into the intricate interplay of music and human emotions, a wisdom he now channels into his solo work.
Embracing the soulful strains of reggae, Michael embarked on his solo venture with a determination to infuse his music with authenticity. His vocals, both powerful and evocative, convey messages of love, unity, and social awareness. Michael's songwriting often delves into themes that touch the heart, echoing the sentiments of listeners from all walks of life.
Michael Leslie's journey has been about more than just music; it's been a quest for truth and resonance. His blend of reggae and soul reflects his deep appreciation for both genres, bridging the gap and creating melodies that speak to the soul. Whether he's gracing the stage with his heartfelt performances or crafting intricate compositions in the studio, Michael's dedication to his craft shines through.
In his solo endeavors, Michael continues to expand his creative horizons, experimenting with musical elements and crafting stories that draw listeners in. His music is a testament to the power of melodies and rhythms to uplift and inspire, transcending boundaries and resonating with the universal human experience.
As an artist who has left his mark on both the reggae and soul scenes, Michael Leslie's music is a celebration of diversity, unity, and the power of music to transform. With a dedicated fanbase and a legacy of collaborations, he stands as a beacon of musical innovation and heartfelt expression. As he continues to create, evolve, and inspire, Michael Leslie's journey promises to keep pushing the boundaries of what reggae and soul can be.
DJ Mandy Mac
10pm $6 21+
We're leaving it all on the floor! Dance til the lights come up to all your favorite throwbacks and jammy jams. This will be our last party until fall so don't miss this epic rager! Let's make it unforgettable.
Ianto | The Get
9pm $13 21+
Driven by pulsating rhythms and adorned with rich, emotive vocals, ianto intertwines latino melodies with heavy guitar riffs and dynamic song structures. Weaving together the fines elements of traditional Ranchero music, ska, and rockabilly, ianto is distinctly original and captivating.
Hailing from Eugene, Oregon, ianto is an emerging voice in the city’s underground music scene, blending elements of indie rock, experimental textures, and gritty DIY production into a sound that feels both unfiltered and intentional.
Operating largely outside the mainstream, ianto represents the spirit of Eugene’s independent music culture—self-driven, boundary-pushing, and rooted in live performance. Their recorded work, including the 2024 release de nalgas, showcases a willingness to explore unconventional structures and tones while maintaining a cohesive sonic identity.
On stage, ianto leans into that same unpredictability, delivering performances that balance noise, rhythm, and atmosphere. Whether building tension through layered instrumentation or hitting with raw, driving energy, the project thrives in intimate, up-close settings.
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Eugene, Oregon’s The Get deliver a raw, high-energy sound that blends gritty rock, punchy rhythms, and infectious hooks. Known for their tight live performances and no-frills attitude, the band channels the spirit of garage rock with a modern edge, creating music that’s both driving and memorable. Whether tearing through fast-paced anthems or locking into groove-heavy jams, The Get bring an authentic, crowd-moving energy that keeps audiences coming back for more.
Treejay Deejay w/ Diemos & Jahpacolypse
Bass heavy, booty shaking beats...house, techno, and more!
Yak Attack
9pm $15 Adv. / $20 Door 21+
Live-looping meets House meets Jam meets Electro-funk meets Drum&Bass meets Trip Hop
Yak Attack is a live electronic power trio. The band's music spans a wide variety of electronic genres (house, trance, breakbeat, drum and bass) and mixes in elements of many other genres such as jazz, funk, and psych. Founded in 2013, Yak Attack has gained recognition nationwide from virtuosic playing, a unique setup of live instruments and live looping with no pre-recorded samples or backing tracks, and compelling live performances featuring lush soundscapes, dynamic improvisation, and DJ-like transitions in continuous sets. The band has toured with an impressive array of national acts, thrown successful afterparties for many bands in numerous states, and has developed a passionate fanbase through its songwriting strength, extensive market history and festival appearances, live show recordings, and curation of an ecstatic, uplifting musical experience.
Mooncats
9pm $8 Adv. / $10 Door 21+
Get ready for a night of gritty bluegrass grooves and foot-stomping folk—Mooncats are bringing their North Dakota-born sound to Blairally! With raw vocals, driving rhythms, and a whole lot of soul, this is a show you feel as much as you hear.
MoonCats have kept the fun in North Dakota’s music scene for all ages since 2018. After countless shows and several tours across the region and country, this tuned-in trio prides itself on singalong originals and the occasional cover. Using a mix of American roots instruments, Slinger, Danny, and Sky paint a picture of the plains and sing of the times. They are a fiery and fuzzy 3 piece stomping up acoustic roots remedies with a meaningful message. A soul filled sound that can tap into the oldest hickory on the farm and a youthful presence that will get the youngest toe tappers a talking! Come and enjoy new and old time music on banjo, washboard, upright bass, mandolin, guitar, harmonica, and more LIVE with the MoonCats!
With four full-length albums, including their most recent release “Animal Style”(Released Nov 2025), MoonCats have built a dedicated fanbase. They’ve toured across the Nation, sharing the stage with acts like Pert Near Sandstone, Henhouse Prowlers, and G. Love & Special Sauce. Their sound blends roots traditions with youthful energy, creating performances that captivate audiences of all ages.
Brown Stallion
Saddle up, Eugene 🤠 — Brown Stallion is riding into Blairally for a wild night of all things Ween. Expect a delightfully weird, high-energy tribute packed with deep cuts, fan favorites, and plenty of that signature Ween chaos. If you’re down with the brown, this is your night.
Get ready for a gloriously strange and unforgettable night as Brown Stallion, the ultimate Ween tribute band, takes over Blairally in Eugene, OR. Known for capturing the full spectrum of Ween’s genre-bending madness—from funk and rock to country and pure absurdity—Brown Stallion delivers a spot-on, high-energy performance that longtime fans and newcomers alike will appreciate.
Whether you’re craving the raw edge of The Pod, the polished hooks of White Pepper, or the unpredictable twists that make Ween legendary, this show brings it all to life on stage. Expect a setlist packed with classics, deep cuts, and maybe even a few surprises—all performed with the irreverent spirit and musical chops that do the Boognish proud.
Blairally provides the perfect intimate setting to get weird, dance hard, and sing along with fellow fans. Costumes, dancing, and letting your freak flag fly are highly encouraged. Brown Stallion isn’t just a tribute—it’s a full-on Ween experience.
Don’t miss it. Stay brown.
Brown Stallion is a Ween tribute band out of Portland and Eugene, Oregon. Made up of seasoned musicians that are truly Ween fans, their shows draw from the full catalogue of Ween songs that are imbued with the spirit of the Boognish. The band pays great attention to detail in recreating the songs, drawing heavily on Ween’s live performances and anchored by Deaner inspired guitar chops. Brown Stallion puts on a high energy and unrelenting show that reflects the depth of their love of all things brown.
Cali Agents | Shake Da Mayor | DJ True Justice | Prim8's | Earthlings Crew
9pm $8 Adv. / $12 DOS 21+
Cali Agents are a critically acclaimed West Coast Hip Hop Duo comprised of veteran lyricists: Solefather Rasco and Planet Asia. Known for their sharp compositions, raw energy and commitment to the fundamentals of the Culture. The two Northern California raised artists have built a respected catalog in the underground music scene, consistently delivering thought provoking bars and classic Boom Bap production.
The How The West Was One 25th Anniversary Tour is a testament to timeless music that is still celebrated worldwide . This outing has been in incubation since Cali Agents reunited on November 27th , 2023 at Catch One in Los Angeles, California.
Born Keida Brewer( Rasco ) and Jason Green( Planet Asia ), they first appeared together on Rasco's Time Waits For No Man in 1998. The pair was billed as 'Cali Agents' on the 1999 12" single "Sophisticated Mic Pro's"/"Blood Brothaz" from Rasco's The Birth EP.
The group officially debuted in the year 2000 with the release of their seminal album: How The West Was One. A project that was widely regarded as a classic. Led by the breakout single, "Good Life", the LP showcased their undeniable chemistry: Rasco's gritty, streetwise flow paired seamlessly with Planet Asia's articulate, rapid-fire delivery. The cohesive 15 tracks earned critical praise for reviving the lyric-driven ethos of the Golden Era at a time when mainstream rap was veering toward commercialism.
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Shake Da Mayor is a rapper from Fresno, California. Shake began rapping at age 12, motivated and schooled by hardcore rap and hip hop. Coming from an area right in the middle of Cali, he was bred on the message and music of Too Short, Ice Cube, Hieroglyphics and Dr. Dre. After creating his first group by 13 years old with childhood friend, Planet Asia, becoming the opening act for hip hop legends like Hieroglyphics, Cypress Hill and E-40, further propelled this MC and his evolving Skhool Yard crew into Cali’s music history. After substantial tours and notable achievements, the draw of independent opportunities eventually separated the group.
Shake embarked on his journey solo, to make his own imprint in hip hop music.
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True Justice, aka The Man of Steel, has been a pioneer in the Bay Area Hip Hop scene since 1989. In an era where real deejaying skills have become scarce, True Justice holds the torch, and is known for tearing clubs down in every city and every town. No stranger to hustle and showmanship, he comes from the era of constantly packing the vinyl crates and being out on the road!
True’s ambition is to showcase the amount of talent that he has amassed in the last 25 years in Northern California, better known as The Yay Area. While still in high school, True Justice was a hip hop dancer for the Oakland, CA super-group A.P.G. (Action Packed Gangstas), and at the age of 16, he found himself doing concerts with the likes of Digital Underground, Capital Tax, Paris and K-Cloud — while witnessing first hand the birth of the independent hip hop game in the culturally rich Bay Area.
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Prim8s is a Eugene, Oregon–based hip hop group blending sharp lyricism, laid-back West Coast vibes, and experimental production into a sound that’s both grounded and forward-thinking. Known for their dynamic energy and authentic storytelling, the group pulls inspiration from the Pacific Northwest’s DIY spirit, delivering tracks that balance introspection with head-nodding rhythms. Whether on stage or in the studio, Prim8s brings a raw, unfiltered presence that’s steadily building a loyal local following and pushing their sound beyond the Eugene scene.
Nik Parr & The Selfless Lovers
9pm $15 Adv. / $20 Door 21+
Hey Eugene!🎷 🎹Catch Nik Parr & The Selfless Lovers at Blairally on Wed. June 17th! Piano-driven rock n’ roll awesomeness from Austin, TX. If you love soul, roots rock, funk, or just miss the sax…you will LOVE this show. It’s something different and EXCITING and real. Bring ur friends and come dance 💕 This will pack out!
Nik Parr & The Selfless Lovers are a high-energy, piano-driven roots rock band hailing from Austin, Texas. Imagine the raw passion of Bruce Springsteen colliding with the electrifying showmanship of Jerry Lee Lewis—New Orleans late-night revelry infused with Southern soul and a Texas Gulf Coast groove. And if that’s not enough, Nik Parr takes it to the next level, playing saxophone and piano at the same time—you’ve got to see it to believe it.
Known for their dynamic live performances, Nik Parr & The Selfless Lovers have shared the stage with some of the biggest names in roots music, including Marc Broussard, Rebirth Brass Band, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, Black Joe Lewis, The Soul Rebels, Dumpstaphunk, The Heavy Heavy, Shinyribs, The Damn Quails, Eddie 9 Volt, Two Tons of Steel. With a relentless touring schedule of over 150 shows per year across the country, the band continues to build a dedicated following.
Nik’s upcoming EP, American Lover Boy, produced by Low Cut Connie, is set for release in Spring 2026. Stay tuned—big things are coming. For more, find Nik Parr & The Selfless Lovers on Spotify.
Reb & The Good News, Alder Street
9pm $12 Adv. / $15 Door 21+
Reb & the Good News is a Portland based funk-pop, world, and soul group known for their positive message and genre-blending sound. Catchy horn lines and sultry vocals soar over grooves that you can’t help but move to. World rhythms, funky bass lines and soulful, jazzy vocals coalesce to form a sound that’s both upbeat and warm. The band is led by vocalist and guitarist Reb Conner, whose songs reach for hope in a world under pressure. Reb’s vision is to create dance music that both touches the heart and inspires a life lived in pursuit of the silver lining. She is supported by her creative partner, sax and keys player Leon Cotter, (a touring member of the California Honeydrops), as well as some of Portland’s heaviest hitters: Cyrus Nabipoor on trumpet, Milo Fultz on bass, Kirk Kalbfleisch on drums and Carmelo Torres on percussion.
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Alder Street is boot-stompin’, gritty, and bourbon flavored. The band draws its inspiration from a variety of sources, evinced by original tunes that break the mold of traditional bluegrass, and reprises ranging from Iron Maiden to Bill Monroe.
The band first formed for a benefit show from a hodgepodge of musicians living in Eugene’s infamous Campbell Club Cooperative on Alder Street.Over the years Alder Street blossomed in Eugene's infamous local music scene.
The Hasbens
9pm $8 Adv. / $10 Door 21+
The Hasbens
(the band that has Bens) is a funky psychedelic jam band originally from Plattsburgh, NY currently rockin' in Bend, Oregon.
Pulling from diverse musical backgrounds, the group makes it a priority to blend styles in a manner that will keep any crowd dancing and the energy high.
With a colorful catalog of distinctive originals and familiar covers, The Hasbens will keep your attention locked and your body groovin!
City & Sky | No Soap, Radio
9pm $10 Adv. / $12 Door 21+
City & Sky is a funk, pop, hip-hop, and R&B band based out of Eugene, OR.
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When it comes to the music of No Soap, Radio eclecticism is the name of the game. They take elements from funk, metal, jazz, fusion, progressive rock, and hip-hop to provide an eccentric and electrifying musical journey that leaves you wanting more. they strive to put on a exhilarating and energetic show that leaves people of all musical tastes wanting to dance. So whether you like to bang your head, shake that booty, or just sit back and vibe, they are sure to have something for you!
Fiona Grey | Foreal | Baby Smooth
9pm $10 Adv. / $12 Door 21+
Fiona Grey is the People's Popstar—a glam maximalist writing about grief, rage, love, and identity with campy flair. Her debut album Adult Tantrums, written after deep personal loss and trauma, transforms pain into dancefloor catharsis.
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Equal parts spectacle and spirit, she’s spent years commanding underground pop scenes with her razor-sharp lyrics and glam. Inspired by boundary-pushing pop artists like Lady Gaga, MARINA, Lana Del Rey, and Chappell Roan, Grey is a maximalist who writes about the chaos of being human – grief, rage, love, and identity – with a campy edge.
Fueled by real-life loss, Fiona Grey’s debut full-length, Adult Tantrums, finds the L.A. artist committed to turning tragedy into dancefloor catharsis. Written in the wake of losing both her sibling and best friend, surviving sexual assault, and navigating a world that punishes the vulnerable, Adult Tantrums names and shames its own misery through the lens of unapologetic self-expression.
Throughout the record, Fiona writes music for the absolutely fabulous and the absolutely broken. Whether she’s confronting burnout and body dysmorphia on her anti-capitalist pop anthem “Rat on a Wheel,” celebrating queer freedom on the disco-infused “Call Me Daisy,” or mourning a loss of innocence on “Baby in a Cradle,” she truly gives her listeners a safe space and permission to feel it all.
Born in Chicago and raised in Los Angeles, Grey grew up with the overlapping influence of old Hollywood, musical theater, and club culture. The result? A shapeshifting creative force was born: part pop diva, part dinner-party mastermind, part punk in heels. All of her visuals are handcrafted; she directs her own videos, styles her own looks, creative-directs the photo shoots, and even runs her own marketing agency to help build worlds for other independent artists. One time she bought out the oldest costume shop in Las Vegas just to build her dream performance wardrobe.
And of course she couldn’t record her debut just anywhere, so she went to Rome to work with Alex Elena and Steve Baughman, and fully immerse herself in the process of making her first record. Without the distraction of everyday life and all of its multi-tasking, Grey was able to shift her focus on the story she was telling through her songs. As a result, the scenery, the community, and overall atmosphere of Italy deeply influenced the universe of Adult Tantrums.
And then there are the unforgettable, immersive live performances that earned Fiona Grey the title of Best Pop Artist by LA Weekly. Whether she’s headlining a sold out hometown moment or sharing stages with artists like Charli XCX, KITTEN, and Foals, a Fiona Grey gig is truly a world of its own.
With the release of her debut album, Fiona Grey’s reclaiming her mark on the world of pop music. Adult Tantrums is a huge chapter in her own healing, but it’s also a glitter-soaked permission slip for anyone listening to dance, sing, and thrive through whatever life throws your way.
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FOREAL is a five-piece cosmic dance rock band based in Eugene, Oregon, creating music that moves people emotionally and physically. Rooted in raw musical honesty, our songs are crafted to ignite crowds, and create a cosmic connection between band and audience that celebrates all of the ups and downs of life.
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Baby Smooth, a gender-defying Eugene band bringing edgy, fun, poetic music to the masses.
We're Baby Smooth! Where queer meets rage meets silk meets sex meets revolution!
Cytrus | Marcelo Guitron Band
8:30pm $10 Adv. / $12 Door 21+
Get ready for a full-spectrum sonic experience as Cytrus brings their explosive psychedelic powerfunk to Eugene on April 15th! 🍊⚡️ With massive grooves, soaring solos, and nonstop dance energy, this is a show you feel as much as you hear. Don’t miss one of the most exciting rising live acts on the West Coast—this one’s gonna be a party.
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In the world of music, the term “fusion” tends to raise eyebrows. Yet, the sonic explorers of Seattle octuplet Cytrus have spent the last three years crafting a debut that draws deftly from a broad melodic palette, melding distinct stylistic threads into a cohesive creative voice. Relax, and the grooves will flow through your soul. Concentrate, and you’ll find yourself tumbling through an immaculately constructed alternate reality when melody and rhythm dance hand in hand through spacetime.
Shaped by Jared Squires (guitar/vocals), Luke Nevills (bass/keys), Brandon Hailey (saxophone), Owen Mayo (keys/guitar), Trevor Church (drums), Alex Dean (synth/keys), Sean Connelly (vocals/keys), and Connor Merritt (aux percussion), Cytrus mines psychedelic funk, disco, electronic, rock, soul, hip-hop. Flowing through kaleidoscopic transitions, the band’s juicy synths and brass-powered grooves coalesce into an undeniable, hypnotic wall of sound.
Cytrus began when two Everett, WA bands found themselves mixing in the same shared rehearsal space. Finding they shared an ethos and approach to songcraft, Bunk Foss & HopSol merged, and Cytrus was born. The songs on Concentrate arose organically; some grew from sketches crafted by subgroups with the band where were then expanded upon in a full band setting. Others began as purely improvised sessions with the full octet which were later arranged. Yet all ultimately come from the conflux of individuality and collaboration.
Independently recorded at their rehearsal space, and mixed and mastered in-house, Concentrate is in every sense D.I.Y. In addition to the core group, the record features appearances byJason Cressey (trombone), Shyam Sunder Joseph Raja (tablas), and Connor Merritt (didgeridoo). After recording Concentrate, Merritt has joined the band full time as auxiliary percussion player.
Thematically, the record charts the philosophical, emotional journey from darkness to light. Starting from blissful ignorance, we then grapple with a sense of irrelevance when faced with the enormity of reality. Undeterred, we vow to pursue the search for truth and purpose. Finally, at the nexus of spirituality and psychedelics, we find awakening. “Concentrate is a metaphor of the pursuit of happiness/fulfillment, which we all seek in our personal stories of life” explains Squires. “The “Juice” can be found at the end of that path, but many obstacles can and will stand in the way.”
Ultimately, Concentrate is both the culmination of a creative and spiritual journey and the first step on the long road to musical enlightenment. For a young (figuratively and literally) band to create a piece of art of the depth and breadth of Concentrate betrays both boundless dedication and ambition. Yet, the band comes to their work from a place of humility. “We hope this album inspires likeminded creatives to chase their aspirations in the arts” says Squires. “Be it a desire to draw from past bodies of work we admire, or a yearning contribute to the canon, it is all attainable through persistence and creativity.”
DJ Mandy Mac
10pm $6 21+
Oh snap! Get ready to kick it old school and break it down on the dance floor. We're heating it up for spring with some feel good 90s-00s bangers. It'll be a body movin' dance explosion and all we need is YOU!
Just two events left before our summer break—so show up, show out, and let’s make them the best dance parties yet!
LIVE DRONE RACING! W/ Underground Drone League
5pm - 10pm FREE! ALL AGES til 9pm
Sign ups start at 4pm! Or Sign up here!
A fast paced first person view, 4-up head-to-head micro drone race. We will be doing challenge style racing like the old quarters on the table days of pinball but with a futuristic neon twist. We are DrOnaGe LB, a grassroots racing club of pilots from all over Oregon that has been established from the early days of drone racing, The signups start at 4pm and will go until 10ish.
Minka
9pm $12 Adv. / $15 Door 21+
MINKA is a nationally touring synth-funk band. Our mission is to make you move.
Well, there's really no way to fully capture the experiences and sounds of Philly-born band, MINKA.
But if you want to let your imagination run wild:
Let's pretend some scientists got in the lab and crossed Bowie with Prince, and then sprinkled in some Talking Heads.
Scott Pemberton
9pm $12 Adv. / $15 Door 21+
This is a VSOP (very special one time performance) weekend event with a super power trio including myself, Uriah Duffy, and Reinhardt Melz.
Uriah is a Bay Area bassist you might know from his work with Prince, The Family Stone, Graham Central Station, or even Whitesnake. He absolutely rips, and we hit it off at HSMF in 2025. Since then, we’ve played a couple festival spots together (anyone at Bender Jamboree?) and played some dates in NV/CA.
I had this idea to bring him together with one of my all-time favorite drummers, Reinhardt Melz. I’ve been a fan of Reinhardt forever, and we even had a band years ago (anyone remember Triclops!?). So I contacted the guys, found a couple of dates that work... and BAM, dreams do come true:-)
I hope you can make it!
YAY TEAM!!
Scott Pemberton is a Portland-based guitarist and bandleader known for his unique "Timber Rock" style, blending funk, jazz, blues, and grunge.
He is an emerging force on the national festival and club circuit, with his wild approach to the guitar and nimble funky band, he is immediately recognizable and undeniably original.
Scott Pemberton’s sound is much like the vibe of his native Portland: freaky, fun and just the right amount of weird. The best way to categorize his music is with the moniker “Timber Rock”. Scott naturally applies his own lens/stamp to the sounds of the Pacific North West, the region he has always called home. The deep jazz, NW rock/grunge, blues roots and the west coast funk. It’s all there, and often all in the same song. Listeners are finding this honest, original and to-the-point music refreshing and fun. The mastery of his guitar playing combined with the fun recklessness of his songwriting show that the rules of songwriting and playing the guitar no longer exist for him. He doesn’t use a strap, often plays the guitar like someone would play piano and performs with the uninhibited joy and intensity of someone who recognizes that every time we make music is an honor and a gift.
“The Bruce Lee of Rock and Roll” –Tahoe Onstage
“A modern day Jimi Hendrix” –Chico Enterprise
“It’s not every day we get to see a real, live guitar god in action.” -Fly Magazine (Pennsylvania)
“A wildly creative virtuoso.” -Jambase.com
“Stand out artist at this year’s High Sierra Music Festival” –Relix Magazine.
“At a festival FULL of guitarists (Safeway Water Front Blues Festival), none played like Pemberton or was as fun to watch” -The Oregonian
Scott’s Path:
Many master guitarists find their homes within a specific genre, perfecting the ins and outs of their chosen musical realm until their names become synonymous with the very art form.
Portland’s Scott Pemberton is not your average guitarist. He’s a musical nomad. His home isn’t in one comfortable bubble, but rather spread across genres. One moment, he’s shredding through the blues. Then next, he’s living in a classic rock world, or drifting melodically through an ethereal psychedelic plane. Maybe he’s leading a dirty funk jam, or experimenting with something heavier, or sitting back on a jazz odyssey. Regardless of genre, though, Pemberton’s musical journey is marked by two unmistakeable realities: You always know when you’re hearing a Scott Pemberton song. And you’re always going to be captivated.
A Portland native, Pemberton and his guitar have been inseparable since the musician was in his teens, and he quickly established himself as an integral to the city’s musical fabric, sitting in on studio sessions, becoming a fixture at jazz and rock clubs, and taking guitar teaching positions at Lewis & Clark College and Reed College at age 21. So much a part of Portland’s fabric is Pemberton that the city’s famous Voodoo Donutes gifted him a custom guitar-shaped donut for his birthday.
Beyond stages both local and international, his music has found its way into various movies, television programs and advertisements (Nike, Coke, Jaguar, and NASCAR ads have been propelled by his distinctive melodies), and his funky guitar work has led to collaborations with legendary drummers such as Motown’s Mel Brown and Bernard Purdie, AKA “the world’s most recorded drummer.” He’s played prime spots at major festivals across the U.S. and Canada, hit #4 on Billboard’s Tastemakers’ charts and ranked among the top performers on Jambase, peaking at #2 during the High Sierra Music Festival, where he stormed the stage.
Even more remarkable than Pemberton’s quick ascent to a superhero on the axe, though, is his second act. Most musicians are lucky to find their talent in the first place. For Pemberton, his love affair with his guitar received a rebirth following a bike accident that nearly ended his life and caused a traumatic brain injury, a life-changing event that would have grounded most artists. For Pemberton, it only fueled his musical drive. During rehabilitation, the guitarist rediscovered his gift, and emerged with a strong new vision as an artist.
Exploding back into the public consciousness stronger, sharper and more dedicated than ever, Pemberton released his eclectic debut, Sugar Mama, produced by Los Lobos sax player Steve Berlin and featuring a bevy of guest performers including legendary bluesman Curtis Saldago. Amazingly, Sugar Mama manages the difficult task of capturing Pemberton’s wildly ambitious live persona, jackknifing across genres with ease, using the frontman’s intricate musicianship as a glue that holds it all together.
A master showman who draws amazed stares when audiences realize he’s shredding without a guitar strap, Pemberton’s unique musical gifts and infectiously positive attitude come exploding to life, making the axe man and his band’s legendary shows on stages small and large come vibrantly to life. The music is hypnotic in its infectiousness — consistently challenging listeners while grounding it all in a familiar foundation of rock. Music is Pemberton’s domain. The stage is his home. And his door is always open.
Scott’s path is simple and clear. Make the best music he can…. Share it with others…. That is all.
Drive To Space, Midpak
9pm $8 Adv. / $10 Door 21+
Drive To Space is a keyboard-driven band that combines prog rock, funk, reggae, Americana, bluegrass, and more into a cohesive, mind-meld of sound - complete with tempo and key changes, odd meters, tight jams, and, well-written, complex material interspersed with improvisation, and three part vocal harmonies.
Choice cover selections tastily blend with a trunk load of original music. This paves the way for an epic drive through an aural landscape! Welcome aboard the spaceship! It's a good ship. Buckle up as we Drive to Space!
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Coming out of Seattle, Washington, Midpak is an instrumental funk-fueled psychedelic experience. With influences ranging from 70’s funk to global grooves, and no fear of electronica, Midpak has created a new unique sound, and they’re eager to share.
Music's Edge Spring Break Rock Camp Show
Music's Edge Rock Camp does Spring Break for the first time ever, and are doing the final concert at Blairally after a week of rehearsals at Ninkasi Better Living Room! These rockstars take a week off school and spend their vacation shredding with their new bands from Music’s Edge. Don’t miss the future of rock n’ roll happening right in Eugene!
Saturday, March 28
1-3pm
No Cover Charge
All Ages
LIVE DRONE RACING! W/ Underground Drone League
5pm - 10pm FREE! ALL AGES til 9pm
Sign ups start at 4pm! Or Sign up here!
A fast paced first person view, 4-up head-to-head micro drone race. We will be doing challenge style racing like the old quarters on the table days of pinball but with a futuristic neon twist. We are DrOnaGe LB, a grassroots racing club of pilots from all over Oregon that has been established from the early days of drone racing, The signups start at 4pm and will go until 10ish.
CANCELED - Willie Waldman Project w/ Norwood Fisher, Tony Austin, & Special Guests
CANCELED. Due to reasons beyond our control, Willie Waldman Project 3/21/26 @ Blairally has been canceled. All tickets purchased will be fully refunded through the original purchase source.
Thank you for understanding. We apologize for any inconvenience and look forward to seeing you at another show in the future!
-Blairally Team
11:30pm - 2:30am $20 Adv. / $25 DOS 21+
FEATURING:
Willie Waldman - Trumpet - (Snoop Dogg, Tupac Shakur, Wu Tang, Coolio, TLC, Nate Dogg, Perry Farrell / Janes Addiction, Banyan, Rob Wasserman / Grateful Dead)
Norwood Fisher - Bass - (Fishbone, Les Claypool, Jerry Cantrell, Everlast, Matisyahu)
Tony Austin - Drums - (Kamasi Washington, Lauryn Hill, Carlos Santana, Robbie Krieger, Terrence Howard, India Arie, Roy Hargrove, Gwen Stefani, Patti LaBelle)
On Saturday, March 21, 2026, Blairally hosts an Umphrey’s McGee After Party Show unlike anything Eugene has ever seen. Immediately following Umphrey’s McGee, three iconic musicians and guests come together for a rare and powerful collaboration under the name Willie Waldman Project—a true one-night-only experience.
At the center is Willie Waldman, renowned trumpeter, producer, and bandleader whose genre-bending career spans jazz, funk, hip-hop, rock, and improvisational music. Waldman has collaborated with an extraordinary range of artists including Snoop Dogg, Dr. Dre, Cypress Hill, George Clinton & Parliament-Funkadelic, The Roots, and many more, earning a reputation as a fearless musical connector and innovator.
On bass is Norwood Fisher, the unmistakable groove architect of Fishbone. Fisher’s pioneering fusion of funk, punk, ska, metal, and soul helped shape alternative music as we know it. Beyond Fishbone, he has collaborated with artists such as George Clinton, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Tricky, and Sly & Robbie, bringing deep funk roots and fearless creativity to every stage he steps on.
Rounding out the lineup is Tony Austin, an explosive drummer known for his work across hip-hop, funk, rock, and experimental music. Austin has performed and recorded with Prince, Kamasi Washington, Flying Lotus, Thundercat, Kendrick Lamar, and Ab-Soul, earning acclaim for his dynamic style and improvisational command.
Together, these musicians form a powerhouse ensemble blending deep grooves, high-level improvisation, virtuosic musicianship, and spontaneous collaboration. This Official Umphrey’s McGee After Party is not a typical late-night show—it’s a rare convergence of artists who rarely share the same stage, performing together in an intimate setting for one unforgettable night in Eugene, Oregon.
Willie Waldman
Norwood Fisher
Tony Austin
Rortron
10pm $6 21+
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Based out of Eugene, Oregon, Rortron started DJing and producing at the beginning of 2018. After losing his job, he decided to purchase a controller and start learning how to mix. Since then, he has fallen in love with providing good vibes on the dance floor. His selection focuses on soul, house, funk, disco, and much more. He has DJ’d all over his hometown at places like Sessions Music Hall, The Big Dirty, Sam Bond’s, Cowfish, Thinking Tree Spirits, and many others.
His enthusiasm for dancing and live shows has shaped him to always make his performances memorable. He realizes it’s about the people in the crowd and creating a selection of hospitable vibes that invite you to come back for more.