Tag: John’s Alley

Alley Chats: The Junebugs’ Moscow debut
Portland based band had their first show at John's Alley last Friday
Kali Nelson

With a sound self-described as a mix of Neil Young and Tom Petty, The Junebugs from Portland, Oregon took the stage at John’s Alley Tavern last Friday.  The Junebugs are […]

Alley Chats: Far Out West’s funky fresh improvisations
Don't describe them as a jam band, but they can sure play
Samuel Bruce

Far Out West is from Portland, Oregon. Liz Chibucos is on electric guitar and vocals, Forest Carter on drums, Chad Kimbler on electroacoustic mandolin and a substitute bass player fills the gap between their old full time bassist and their new one. Chibucos and Kimbler are originally from Ohio, and used to play in a blue grass band before Far Out West.

Alley Chats: Brett Benton brings the delta blues to Moscow
Not-so-sad blues music picked up the energy levels at John's Alley Friday
Samuel Bruce

Benton and the band are busy, playing between 23-25 shows a month. This August alone they played 25 shows throughout Washington. Some of their favorites places to play at are the now closed Highway 99 Blues Club, the Tractor Tavern in Seattle, Club Crow in Cashmere, The Saphire Room in Boise and the New Roxy in Clarksdale, Mississippi.
The two had heard of John’s Alley through friends who played there previously. In the past they’ve tried to play there but had never worked out until last Friday.

The 50’s, 60’s, 70’s and The Senders
The Senders bring together all age groups for a night of dancing and fun
Samuel Bruce

Alley Chats: a new weekly series in The Argonaut that features interviews with live bands. While most editions of Alley Chats will take place at John’s Alley Tavern since the […]

Alley chats: A John’s Alley Tavern overview
An in-depth look at The Alley and the artists who make it up
Samuel Bruce

John’s Alley Tavern, commonly known as The Alley, is known for its ping-pong table and live music. Dave Sturing, otherwise known as “Vertical Dave”, said he was responsible for remodeling […]

‘Relieved to be back on the road’
Hawthorne Roots revisits John's Alley tonight, playing with the Drunken Hearts
Alex Brizee

Hawthorne Roots may not be Moscow natives, but they are definitely familiar with the Palouse. They will play at John’s Alley Tavern 9:30 p.m. tonight, making it the band’s fourth appearance […]