There are times when we hear covers that just sound like nails on a chalkboard. Then, there are times when one song is so beautiful that everyone with a half-decent (or maybe not even that) voice loves singing it, (ahem) Leonard Cohen's "Hallelujah". There are also those times when a song is covered when it never ever should be and then repeated over and over again on the radio. We've experienced all of these and sure you have too. more ›

Earlier this week, Maryhill Winery (located in Goldendale, WA, approximately 90 minutes east of Portland) announced their summer concert series, featuring the Counting Crows, Jackson Browne, and John Legend with India.Arie. Not to be outdone, Chateau Ste. Michelle announced their own concert series closer to home. They'll see your Jackson Browne and John Legend/Indie.Arie--they've got 'em on the schedule too--and raise you Tears for Fears, Bonnie Raitt, Pink Martini, Elvis Costello, and Diana Krall (on separate August weekends, for whatever reason). Tickets for all shows at both wineries go on sale this Saturday, April 25th. more ›