Jimmy Eat World Concert

Went to see Jimmy Eat World on 5/19 at the Wonder Ballroom.  I've been a fan since...well, probably over 10 years.  They had mentioned that it was the 10 year anniversary since Bleed American.  Seeing that they were touring and promoting the album Invented, I didn't quite know what to expect.  They had an awesome set list.  They played songs from this album, Invented, but they also payed EVERY great song they had.

Towards the end, I was thinking, there are no more songs, they've played every big hit...but then they would play another and another.  What a phenomenal show.  They were so on and had so much energy.  The vibe was great and they didn't seem sick of their own songs, which can happen when you've been playing some for over 10 years.  They literally played all of my favorites and all their big hits.  So much fun.  Wish they came to Portland every month!

Karmin

Just introduced to Karmin.  These two are amazing and you must check them out!

Papa Haydn

Papa Haydn’s was introduced to me by friends. Apparently it is a local staple for Porlandians. It’s most famous with the teen crowds for proms and for romantic events, however, it’s busy no matter what the time.

It is a restaurant and I can’t say I’ve had the food yet because the real show stopper is their desserts. When you enter Papa Haydn’s you can select if you want the dinner or just dessert side of the restaurant. They have two locations now, but I visited the NW location. It’s cozy and has a wonderful large fireplace and candle light on the table, which of course must be why it’s so popular for romantic occasions.

The dessert selection is as large as a Denny’s menu. There are so many choices and many are not “typical.” Yes there’s cheesecake and chocolate cake, but there are unique variations as well as flavors. Each dessert is to die for and the most delicious thing you have ever eaten. Do not go if you’re on a diet because you cannot contain yourself once you have a bite. You get just about any slice all for the same price and they fill you up very well. They are so rich no matter the flavor, but you’re welcome to order a glass of milk which suits the dessert perfectly.

This is a must do if you are in Portland. The flavors will rock your world and when your done or waiting, you can cruise the cute North West neighborhood and enjoy quaint stores.

A Silent Film

Since I’m promoting bands, I thought I’d also share a band that I found called A Silent Film. They’ve played one song on the radio, “You Will Leave a Mark,” and it’s so good. It’s one of those songs that you hear and have to know more. They have a great sound that’s simple and somehow beautiful. I think they are a gem and I’m excited I found them.

When going to see A Silent Film at the Hawthorne Theater in Portland, the headliner was a band called Civil Twilight which was also pretty good. I haven’t instantly fallen in love, but they are pretty good as well if you want to keep with the same style. They have the piano and a majestic voice, but they have a more rock feel to them then A Silent Film.

Moral of the story, go out see live music and try to find good music that you love.

The Steelwells

You may or may not have noticed in our Tweets and Facebook posts that we have supported a band called The Steelwells. They were recently invited into the “Choose the Cover of Rolling Stone” competition. We tried our best to keep them in the competition, but unfortunately they are now out. This has helped them get their name out there, though. We watched an episode of Chuck and heard “El Capitan.”

Who are they?

All five members stem from Orange County, California. What I enjoy about their music is as you listen, you assume that the song will take one road, but it usually takes the back road or one you didn’t think of. They have a folk-sy style to them on top of the epic soundscapes they build mixed with clever lyrics. They are musicians first, so good music comes first. They have great sound that is appealing to many generations.

Check them out when they next come to your town!

Portland Winterhawks

I recently went to a game for the Winterhawks at the Memorial Coliseum and got great tickets thanks to Living Social.

The Winterhawks are a junior ice hockey team, but there is nothing junior about them. They are really talented. I think I enjoyed going to their game more than I enjoyed going to an Anaheim Ducks game because you can get that much closer and be that much more involved for a friendlier price. The Winterhawks have a good history of having a strong team, but in the past few years haven’t been as great. This has definitely been the year to bring it all back. They are now in the Western Hockey League Playoffs, which start this Saturday. They are playing the Everett Silvertips. I’m hopefully going to be there to support, but even if I don’t I’ll be showing my pride for them.

Just thought I’d share how much I enjoyed this. You may want to find your local junior ice hockey team and watch these players feed into the Pros. It’s exciting and you get to be much more “in the game.”

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