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Monday, November 25, 2019

Chris Couch (of World's Finest)

Michael Kirkpatrick

Brad Parsons

7 pm

Free

21 and over

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Chris Couch (of World's Finest)

Chris Couch (of World's Finest)

Chris Couch has been a carving out his place in the Portland music scene for almost a decade. From his beginnings in the reggae/rock outfit, Outpost, to his place as frontman and chief songwriter of World's Finest, Chris has been steadily refining his unique style of playing.

With an extensive repertoire of original music and an ear for catchy melodies, Chris's songs run the gamut of emotions, while always keeping an eye open for the positive. His thoughtful lyrics read like a journal of his many years of reconciling everyday life with the hectic demands of the music business.

Chris's years of touring and creating community in Portland have given him a vast rolodex of talented musical friends and he is eager to share a portion of them during his week at Al's Den.

 

Brad Parsons

Brad Parsons

 

When Brad Parsons steps out on a stage, it's not long before he overpowers a roaring crowd. With little but his voice and an acoustic guitar, Parsons channels raucous energy into original songs that are as hopeful as they are heart-wrenching. Parsons is a Portland-based singer-songwriter with folk-rock roots extending to Idaho. After collaborating on albums with several bands in the Northwest, Parsons released his first solo EP in June 2012. The EP, "Anywhere the River Runs", showcases Parsons' vocal power, vivid lyricism, and infectious melodies. After picking up guitar and drums in his early teens, Parsons studied creative writing in college along with the songwriting of Jeff Tweedy, Townes Van Zandt and Neil Young. "I'm not an art house songwriter. I try to make my songs simple," Parsons says, citing influences from the early Beatles. "I try to write songs that are as real as possible, songs that people can understand." Parsons' discography includes The Bellboys' eponymous 2009 EP and their 2011 album, "I'll Be Here All Night". Parsons also wrote and performed with The Villains (now known as Rose City Thorns) on "Meat" in 2009. Parsons will also be featured on "Hole-Hearted Fools", a full-length southern rock album that is in production with Fruition String Band.

 

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About Al's Den

Head downstairs at the Crystal Hotel to hang out in this venue named for Al Winter, Portland's 1940's gambling overlord. Enjoy a craft libation in this intimate, speakeasy-style space where live music and comedy fill the air.

Hours:
Wednesday & Thursday, 3 pm – 10 pm
Friday & Saturday, 3 pm – 1 am
Sunday, 3 pm - 10 pm
Closed Monday & Tuesday
Happy Hour drinks served 11 am – 5 pm
Happy Hour food served 2 – 5 pm and 10 pm – close
Late night happy hour on Friday & Saturday served 11pm – 1am
(21 and over only after 5 pm)

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Afternoon & Bar   Dinner   Late Night   Beverage   Sidewalk Cocktails

The menu features local ingredients, house-baked breads, desserts and pastries from the Crystal Bakery, a specialty cocktail menu and an affordable yet approachable wine list, while a well-trained waitstaff provides a comfortable and welcoming guest experience. No reservations are necessary; stop by for a quick business lunch, a pre-show drink or an evening date night.

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