Sponsors
Thank you to our supporters that make Portland Music Month 2025 possible!
Prosper Portland
The economic and urban development agency for the city of Portland focuses on building an equitable economy by carrying out a comprehensive range of economic development programs that support small business, improve access to workforce training, and create jobs for Portland residents. We work with partners to drive public attention and resources to different areas of the city.
Aviation Gin/George Dickel Whisky/Ketel One Vodka
Aviation Gin is distilled using a proprietary recipe that produces a pure medley of botanical flavor. The Portland Distillery and Visitor's Center offers tours and gin-tasting experiences. George Dickel Whisky has been distilled for generations in the hills of Cascade Hollow, Tennessee, by trusted craftspeople who call the distillery home. Ketel One Vodka is crafted in The Netherlands by a single family for generations. With its distinguished taste and smooth citrus finish, Ketel One Vodka stands in a league of its own.
“As a longtime supporter of the arts and artists alike, Diageo Brands are thrilled to have the opportunity to participate in Portland Music Month. Ensuring Portland continues to be a place where creativity thrives, will always be a priority.”
Travel Portland
Travel Portland is a promoter and steward of our evolving city and its progressive values, which have the power to transform the travelers who visit us. We do that by promoting the destination in bold, innovative and collaborative ways that harness Portland’s personality and values and that connect visitors to authentic experiences.
“Why support Portland Music?”
“Portland has a reputation as one of the country’s creative capitals and our local music scene is a powerful example of the city and its residents' support of the arts. We know visitors are drawn to concerts in our wonderful music venues – both large and small – and it is a privilege for Travel Portland to support Portland Music Month, the numerous musicians who call this city home, and those who bring their tours through Portland as part of this month-long celebration.”
-Billie Moser, VP Of International Affairs and Strategic Projects
Central Eastside Industrial Council (CEIC)
Central Eastside Together is sponsoring the Third Week of Portland Music Month that plays out third week of the celebration from January 18-24. This area is the most dense concentration of highly walkable music venues interspersed with incredible food and top notch accommodations - many of which offer exclusive deals for local or visiting music fans. Central Eastside Together is committed to the Central east side music culture as one of the treasures in our city."
Trimet
TriMet provides bus, light rail and commuter rail service in the Portland, Oregon, region. Our transportation options connect people with their community, while easing traffic congestion and reducing air pollution — making our region a better place to live
“Why support Portland Music?”
TriMet is proud to support Portland's vibrant independent music scene along with the iconic venues and amazing artists that have helped make our city special. All 26 participating venues are served by TriMet buses or MAX Light Rail - we encourage everyone to reduce their environmental impact, save gas money, avoid the parking hassle, and let us do the driving. - Lonny Nielsen, Trimet Director of Marketing & Business Development
2024 Sponsors
Travel Oregon
The Oregon Tourism Commission, dba Travel Oregon, works to enhance visitors' experiences by providing information, resources and trip planning tools that inspire travel and consistently convey the exceptional quality of Oregon.
Rainier
Rainier was born in Seattle in 1878, some say we named the mountain, but we really can’t take all the credit. Since then, we have been sharing the liquid gold Pacific Northwestern’s have loved for years! Did you know Mount Rainier is almost exactly halfway between Portland and Seattle? Guess you could say Portland is our second home.
“Why support Portland Music?”
Rainier is enjoyed by Portland’s music-lovers in venues of all sizes. So, it’s only right for us to give back and support the community that has long supported Rainier.
kink.fm
Although KINK's format has evolved over the years, its sound, philosophy, target audience, marketing, and community involvement have remained fundamentally consistent over its 50+ year history, a rarity in commercial broadcasting. Many of KINK's DJs have been associated with the station for decades. In the vernacular of commercial radio, KINK is known as a "heritage" radio station.
Living Room Realty
Living Room Realty is Real estate, done differently. "We get it. Your home is more than a shelter, it’s a reflection of your lifestyle and values, a place to express yourself and think big. You want space to create, plant a garden, be a neighbor, take a deep breath, sing in the shower. You want parks and bike lanes and great coffee. Where’s your living room? We’ll help you find it."
“Why support Portland Music?”
Music's been foundational to our success, and we believe supporting Music is critical to the city's current, and future success. We are proud to be able to give back and support our local music scene that's given us so much. Living Room Realty’s founder, Jenelle Etzel, is a former touring musician, who credits her experience in music with giving her the “ creativity, grit, confidence and experience needed to run a successful business”. Many of Living Room’s clients and staff are musicians, or lovers of music that moved to Portland for the thriving Arts and music scene. We built this city on rock n roll and we believe we can rebuild it with music as well!
Portland Mercury
The Portland Mercury is an alternative weekly newspaper that covers a variety of topics, including news, arts and culture, entertainment, and local events. Known for its independent and alternative perspective on news and issues relevant to the Portland community, The Mercury provide insights into the city's unique culture and politics.
Rational Unicorn Legal Services
Rational Unicorn Legal Services is a west coast based community law firm that is passionate about offering accessible, inclusive and affordable business legal services. They provide personalized, relationship-oriented legal services to small businesses, nonprofits, artists and entertainers in Washington, Oregon, and California. They also offer intellectual property and nonprofit legal services in all 50 states.
“Why support Portland Music?”
"Music brings us together in good, bad, and challenging times. Musicians in Portland have heart, soul, and resilience. We support them and will continue to do so because they support us while we live, fail, succeed, reflect, heal, and grow." - Michael Jonas, Owner
Holler Fund
The Holler Fund is a non-profit with the mission of helping Portland-area musicians reach an audience beyond the one they already have. Our grants are solely for a variety of post-production expenses. We also partner with local music foundations to fill the air with songs.
“Why support Portland Music?”
Over 200 bands/artists in 28 venues over 31 days?! We can’t think of a better way to get Portland’s music heard by a whole lot of folks. So, we're all in! Or to quote Neil Young...Live music is better, bumper stickers should be issued.
Mr Plywood
Mr. Plywood has been providing the Portland community with the best hardware and lumber products for over 60 years, and we plan to stick around a lot longer to help the community with all of their construction projects down the road.
Five Star Guitars
Locally owned and operated since 1998, Five Star Guitars is everything guitar – fretted, stringed instruments, amplifiers and related accessories. We Buy, We Sell, We Fix, We Teach.
“Why support Portland Music?”
"We are committed to supporting the music community we serve. We identified MusicPortland early on as a wonderful resource and advocate for our community and gladly continue to support their efforts." -Geoff Metts and Jeep Simonet
Ear Trumpet Labs
Founded in Portland, Oregon in 2011, Ear Trumpet Labs is a craft builder of unique microphones for adventurous musicians and recording artists.
“Why support Portland Music?”
"Our Portland business has been built in partnership with musicians and we are proud to help Portland Music Month and the Echo Fund support our local artists!” - Philip Graham, Owner.