Stumptown Soundcheck

In the latest installment of Stumptown Soundcheck, host Jamie Dunphy invites listeners to a significant conversation surrounding the intersection of music and mental health. Joined by Kyleen King, a member of Brandi Carlile's touring band and a proactive contributor to the Jeremy Wilson Foundation, along with Hilary Gleason, the co-founder and executive director of Backline, the discussion offers...

In this engaging episode of Stumptown Soundcheck, host Jamie Dunphy explores the complexities, triumphs, and challenges of the all-ages music scene in Portland. Guests Andre Middleton, founder of the non-profit Friends of Noise, and Rina Marthaler, a young musician and advocate studying in Massachusetts, share their unique perspectives and experiences from both sides of the music industry. From th...

Jamie Dunphy sits down with Scott Strickland, a professional musician from Austin, Texas, and Christopher Naoum, a lawyer and local music organizer in Washington, D.C. They discuss the challenges faced by independent musicians and venues in their respective cities, and what can be learned from their experiences. From the struggles of the Austin music scene during the pandemic to the fight for fair...

In Episode 5 of Stumptown Soundcheck, host Jamie Dunphy delves into the intersection of music, development, and public policy in Portland. Joined by guests Brian Wannamaker, a local developer known for his support of the arts, and Thomas Fang, an educator and board member of the Synth Library Portland, they discuss the challenges that Portland's music scene faces in the wake of rapid urban develop...

Join us on this episode of Stumptown Soundcheck, host Jamie Dunphy delves into the intersection of music and public policy in Portland. With the city experiencing rapid growth and the loss of music venues to new developments, Jamie explores the need for better acoustic design and protections for musicians and their neighbors. Joined by guests Derek Trost, an architect with expertise in acoustic de...

Join us in the latest episode of Stumptown Soundcheck where host Jamie Dunphy engages in a thought-provoking discussion with City of Portland Arts Manager, Jeff Hawthorne, and Oregon Arts Commissioner, Subashini Ganesan-Forbes. They share their experiences in the arts sector, the importance of art and music in a community, and how personal artistry blends with advocacy. They also highlight the Our...

In episode two of Stumptown Soundcheck, we delved into the economic significance of Portland's music industry with host Jamie Dunphy. Our guests, Meara McLaughlin, Cheri Jamison, and Donna Greene-Salter, detailed the results of a recent economic study, which highlighted the vibrancy and resilience of the local music scene. Key findings revealed that Oregon's commercial music sector contributes at...

Tune in to this informative podcast episode, where host Jamie Dunphy and guests Meara McLaughlin, Bruce Fife, and Eben Hoffer discuss the importance of music in society and its economic impact on Portland's music scene. Explore industry challenges, advocate for fair and equitable policies, and learn about the growth and obstacles faced by musicians in the city. With conversations on solidarity, no...