The Showbox Archives - The Stranger

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Snoh Aalegra Specializes in Relatable, Vulnerable R&B

Jenni MooreMarch 11, 2020 4:00 amJune 1, 2022 6:28 am

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Parisalexa Is in Bloom and Deserves Our Attention

Jenni MooreJanuary 15, 2020 3:23 pmJune 1, 2022 6:29 am

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EarthGang Are Taking the Dirty, Freaky ATL Sound to a New Level of Fun Bizarrity

Leilani PolkJanuary 1, 2020 4:00 amJune 20, 2022 5:10 pm

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Post-Rock Superstars Stereolab Have Returned from a Decade’s Hiatus, and You Should Give a Fuck

Dave SegalOctober 9, 2019 4:00 amJune 1, 2022 6:30 am

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Portland Folk-Pop Trio Joseph Discuss Their Journey, Evolution, and New Record

Ben SalmonSeptember 11, 2019 2:08 pmJune 1, 2022 6:31 am

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Fortune Smiles Upon Reptaliens

The Portland synth poppers continue their lucky streak.

Ben SalmonApril 25, 2019 10:02 amJune 1, 2022 5:56 pm

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Wayne Kramer Resurrects an MC5 Classic with Help from Soundgarden and Fugazi

A supergroup called MC50 is performing Kick Out the Jams on its 50th anniversary.

Dave SegalOctober 10, 2018 4:00 amOctober 1, 2025 6:46 pm

City

Yesterday, the Showbox Turned 79—Today, Its Demolition Was Announced

Sean NelsonJuly 25, 2018 12:11 pmJune 2, 2022 12:06 pm

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Electro-Goth Diva Fever Ray Takes a Plunge into Queerness

The new album of Swedish icon Fever Ray explores her kinky side.

Dave SegalMay 9, 2018 4:00 amNovember 10, 2022 9:24 pm

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Rock Goddesses Thunderpussy Signed to a Major Label and Are Poised to Blow Up

This might be the last New Year’s Eve celebration ever. Why not go out with Thunderpussy’s decadent rock bang?

Dave SegalDecember 20, 2017 4:00 amJune 1, 2022 7:20 pm

Where to See Live Music in Seattle If You’re Under 21

A handy guide to all-ages venues.

Anna KaplanSeptember 27, 2017 4:00 amJune 2, 2022 12:50 pm

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How Tacocat Made the Most of the Worst Year Ever

Emily NokesDecember 14, 2016 4:00 amJune 2, 2022 2:00 pm