THING: MUSIC & ARTS & OTHER THINGS Port Townsend Tickets - Fort Worden Historical State Park

THING: MUSIC & ARTS & OTHER THINGS with Samia, Sylvan Esso, and more

Aug 26, 2023 at 12:00 PM and 12:01 PM · Fort Worden Historical State Park, Port Townsend, WA Fort Worden Historical State Park, Port Townsend, WA

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Black Country, New Road

29 concerts

Black Country, New Road, spawned from a Wikipedia name generator and Brixton's Windmill scene in 2019, merges post-rock and jazz-inflected post-punk. Hailed as "the best band in the world" by The Quietus, they boast high praise from NYT, NPR, and The Guardian.

Lil Yachty

26 concerts

Lil Yachty, born Miles McCollum in Mableton, blends feel-good positivity with his unique "bubblegum trap" style. Known for hits like "Minnesota" and "One Night," his collaborations span artists like Drake, DRAM, and James Blake. With two Top Ten albums and a Grammy nomination for "Broccoli," Yachty extends his influence from trap to rock and ambient music with albums like Let's Start Here and Bad Cameo. His creative evolution continues with ventures like Concrete Boys and notable collaborations such as with Carly Rae Jepsen.

Laufey

36 concerts

Icelandic-Chinese GRAMMY-winning artist Laufey blends jazz and classical music for a new generation. Known for hits like "From the Start," she sold out global tours and was Spotify's most streamed jazz artist. With two acclaimed albums, including record-breaking "Bewitched," she captivates listeners with timeless songcraft and relatable lyrics.

John Carroll Kirby

1 concert

Los Angeles artist John Carroll Kirby, rooted in jazz, blends genres in his music. Known for collaborations with Solange, Frank Ocean, and Harry Styles, he has released five LPs on Stones Throw Records in two years. Notable works include My Garden and a Grammy nod for Steve Lacy's "Bad Habit." Kirby's projects span various media, including film scoring and the web series "Kirby's Gold."