FORT GEORGE BREWERY-ASTORIA
Every Sunday night 6-8… ALWAYS FREE
9/1 – Nick Delffs
Now Boise-based songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Nick Delffs first emerged in Portland’s early aughts indie scene with his high-energy indie rock band The Shaky Hands. After signing with Kill Rock Stars, they toured with The Shins and The Meat Puppets.These days, Delffs’ music has taken on a whole new layer of wisdom, yet his introspective lyrics and stellar melodic sensibilities remain. Produced by Eli Moore of fellow Pacific Northwest staples LAKE
(K Records). They also have long featured as Karl Blau’s go-to backing band.
9/8 – Margo Cilker
Margo Cilker’s sophomore album, Valley of Heart’s Delight, refers to a place she can’t return: California’s Santa Clara Valley, as it was known before the orchards were paved over and became more famous for Silicon than apricots. In this 11-song follow-up to 2021’s critically acclaimed Pohorylle, family and nature intertwine as guiding motifs, at once precious and endangered, beautiful and exhausting. Cilker and Pohorylle producer Sera Cahoone brought most of that record’s highly-acclaimed crew (studio players for The Decemberists, Band Of Horses, and Beirut) back to the studio with additional contributions from acclaimed Northwest traditionalist Caleb Klauder. Valley of Heart’s Delight, Cilker’s second record on Portland, Oregon label Fluff & Gravy Records, has already racked up an impressive list of accolades and year-end picks and has paved the way for 2024’s extensive touring and festival appearances.
9/15 – Mr Vale’s Math Class
You may or may not learn anything with Mr. Vale’s Math Class but you’re guaranteed to have a good time. This six piece funk band has horns that knock down the door and percussion-laden grooves that are the perfect accompaniment to any dance party. While you’re at it, come grab some pots and pans & join in.
9/22 – Johnny Franco
Walk down any street in Portland, Oregon and you are sure to encounter a mustachioed Brazilian rock and roll troubadour named Johnny Franco and (his real brother) Dom. Recently moving from Sao Paulo, the duo has developed a cult following in Portland for their high energy performance and music. The self-proclaimed Professional Entertainer has sold out his last two headline shows at the Doug Fir in Portland, Oregon. Johnny has released a debut EP “Experience Report #1“ that feels instantly timeless and two singles “Stay Real & Shelter The Light” combining original vocal stylings with a unique jangly Brazilian influenced beat.
9/29 – Bikini Drone
Composed of jazz cats, a pop lover, a DeadHead Dylan freak, a denizen of Italian discos, and a connoisseur of surf-y ska and desert rock, Bikini Drone from Portland, Oregon plays a blend of world-spy pop and tropical soul you can dance to, bringing an equal measure of song craft and improvisation.
LIVE MUSIC AT THE BEER PIER W/ CHRIS MCNEARY
Join us every Friday this summer for live music at the Fort George Beer Pier. 6pm – 8pm, all ages welcome and never a cover.
Friday August 30th – Chris McNeary
Beer Pier OPEN 3pm – 9pm every Friday and Saturday through Labor Day.