Source Picks

WEDNESDAY 4/13

Courtesy Jesse Daniel

JESSE DANIEL

THE COUNTRY MUSICIAN’S MUSICIAN

Is he old-school country? Is it something brand new? Jesse Daniel brings an original sound to the genre that is yet to be pinpointed. The only guarantee: He’ll sound nothing like what you hear on country radio. Wed., April 13, 8-11pm. Volcanic Theatre Pub. 70 SW Century Dr., Bend. $12.

THURSDAY 4/14 ONCE ON THIS ISLAND JR.

FORBIDDEN LOVE

Adapted from the Little Mermaid, this story is about love trying to cross the lines of poverty and discrimination. The high energy production uses dance and song to portray some of life’s more difficult themes. Thu., April 14, 7pm. Tower Theatre. 835 NW Wall St., Bend. $6-$10.

THURSDAY 4/14 THE POWER OF THE SCIENCE STORY

ENGAGE WITH EXPERTS

University of Oregon professor Mark Blain joins Worthy Brewing to discuss the importance of science and communication. They will break down how scientists interact with society and how both parties can better engage with each other. Thu., April 14, 7-9pm. Worthy Brewing, 495 NE Bellevue Dr., Bend. Donations.

FRIDAY 4/15 PHILLIP AUSTIN SOLO ACOUSTIC SHOW

HONKY TONK DOWN

Austin has cut his teeth in gritty bars in Nashville, and traveled through the South and across the country. He finally settled in Redmond. He takes his music back to outlaw roots to deliver pure Americana. Fri., April 15, 6:30-9:30pm. General Duffy’s Waterhole, 404 SW Forest Avenue., Redmond. Free.

FRIDAY 4/16

Courtesy Hysteria Comedy Collective

HYSTERIA COMEDY SHOW

ELEVATED VOICES

The Bend comedy group dedicated to elevating the voices of fem, trans and non-binary voices in Central Oregon takes the stage. Join for a night of radical fun and unapologetic humor! A unique and special show for Central Oregon. Fri., April 15, 8pm. Open Space Event Studios, 220 NE Lafayette Ave., Bend. $20.

SATURDAY 4/16

Courtesy Trampled By Turtles

TRAMPLED BY TURTLES

HEART-RACING BLUEGRASS

Trampled by Turtles brings one of the hottest acts in bluegrass to Bend! Don’t miss this opportunity to catch the fast-plucking, heart-racing string band. Sat., April 16, 7:30-9pm. 10 Barrel Brewing Co. Pub & Brewing Facility., 62950 NE 18th St., Bend. Free.

SATURDAY 4/16

Courtesy High Step Society

HIGH STEP SOCIETY

CLASSIEST OF DANCE PARTIES

The Eugene-based jazzy bop band sounds like someone dropped synths and bass into a jazz club during the 1920s. High Step Society likes to dress up for the occasion, so be sure to follow suit. Sat., April 16, 8:30pm. Midtown Ballroom., 51 Northwest Greenwood Ave., Bend. $17.

SATURDAY 4/16

Credit Tistan Lane

HEADROOM

BLASTED BY BASS

Some of Central Oregon’s best bass artists will be bumping at The Capitol until late in the night. The floral theme adds some spice to the night so be sure to wear your best tropical getup. Sat., April 16, 8pm. the Capitol, 190 NW Oregon Ave., Bend. $10.

SUNDAY 4/17 LOCAL ARTIST SPOTLIGHT SUNDAYS

SOME OF BEND’S BEST

Catch Central Oregon’s new up-and-coming talent at Astro every Sunday. The performing artists have had their talents noticed, so the invite to play doesn’t happen lightly. Sun., April 17, 7-9pm. Astro Lounge, 939 NW Bond St., Free.

TUESDAY 4/19 STORYTELLERS OPEN MIC

GET YOUR STORY OUT THERE!

The Commons Cafe and Taproom gives local storytellers a chance to tell their tales, whatever the medium. The open mic plays host to mostly musicians, but poets, authors and other readers are welcome to perform, too. Tue., April 19, 6-8pm. Commons Cafe and Taproom, 875 NW Brooks St., Bend. Free.