Cafe Artichoke is a warm and inviting premium concert venue, where musicians of every stripe have an opportunity to perform in a great sounding and friendly environment. Here in one of the Pacific Northwest's rare and needed 'listening rooms', everyone is welcome, from touring professional artists to budding songwriters, to the audience who is always in for a real treat!
Award winning Fingerstyle guitarist Brooks Robertson just doesn't need much more than two thumbs, eight fingers and six strings on a wooden box to carry his listeners away.
Fronted by singer-songwriter Kristen Grainger, the folk-bluegrass powerhouse includes Dan Wetzel, guitar, vocals; Martin Stevens, mandolin, fiddle, vocals; and Josh Adkins, bass, vocals. Amazing harmonies, songwriting, and instrumentaion.
Described as a “combination of Patty Griffin grit and Amy Winehouse grace” by American Songwriter, Portland-based Soul/Americana singer-songwriter Karyn Ann pack a proverbial punch with her powerful vocals and emotive lyricism.
The songs on my new album, "Seek the Love You’re Yearning" reflect my belief that everyone can reject their past neglect and abuse, which may hold them back from finding their heart’s desire.