This guide shows you the best live music spots in the Pacific Northwest. From rock shows at Gemini to soul at The Headliners Club and dance nights at Coyote’s, you’ll find where to go, what to hear, and what to eat. It’s your easy list of places for great bands, good food, and a fun night out.
Gemini (Lake Oswego, OR)
- Cover: varies on band but typically $10
- Address: 456 N State St, Lake Oswego, OR 97034
- Official Website: thegeminiclub.com
- Location Listing: Gemini Bar & Grill, 456 N State St
🎤 The Headliners Club (Lake Oswego, OR)
Cover: varies on band but typically $20 general admission. $25 reserved
- Address: 17880 SW McEwan Rd, Lake Oswego, OR 97035
- Official Website: theheadlinersclub.com
- Facebook Page: The Headliners Club “Lake Oswego OR”
🐺 Coyote’s Bar & Grill (Hillsboro, OR)
Cover: free
- Address: 5301 W Baseline Rd, Hillsboro, OR 97123
- Official Website: coyotesrestaurant.com
- Facebook Page: Coyote’s Bar and Grill – Hillsboro (Live music, etc)
Food Options
Live music isn’t the only thing cooking at these venues—each spot serves crowd-favorite comfort food to fuel the night.
Gemini is known for classic pub grub like burgers, wings, and loaded nachos, perfect between sets.
Over at Coyote’s, expect hearty plates—think steaks, tacos, and bar classics—served big and bold for rock crowds. They also have good BBQ brisket, pork and tri trips.
The Headliners Club leans upscale casual, offering elevated bar bites, shareable platters, and late-night snacks that keep the dance floor energized. They also have a Hawaiian menu for teriyaki, chicken katsu and other delights served with rice and potato salad. Whether you’re sipping, snacking, or feasting, every menu is built for music lovers.
Friday & Saturday Bands – Month 31
Friday, October 31 (assuming the dates continue sequentially):
Dancehall Days — Annual Halloween Party
Friday, November 1
Fear Of The Dark (Iron Maiden tribute) Crazy Train (Ozzy Osbourne tribute)
Friday, November 7
Jar Of Lies (Alice In Chains tribute) Evil Empire (Rage Against The Machine tribute) Plush (Stone Temple Pilots tribute)
Saturday, November 8
Good Times Roll (The Cars tribute) Dream Police (Cheap Trick tribute)
Friday, November 14
Eagle Eyes (Eagles tribute)
Saturday, November 15
Nate Botsford
Friday, November 21
Beat Division (Hits of the New Wave)
Saturday, November 22
Hall & Bros (Hall & Oates / Doobie Brothers covers) The Revival Brothers Band (Allman Brothers Band tribute)
Friday, November 28
BAM
Saturday, November 29
Slicker Dance Your Boots Off (line dance lesson)
Headliners Lineup – Band Summary
1️⃣ Taken by the Sky (Fleetwood Mac Tribute)
Taken by the Sky delivers the ethereal harmonies and emotional thunder of Fleetwood Mac, transporting audiences straight into the heart of the ’70s. With velvet vocals and haunting nostalgia, their show feels like stepping into a dream you never want to wake from.
2️⃣ Camp Crush (Indie Synth Pop)
Camp Crush blends retro synths with modern indie romance, creating shimmering pop anthems that pulse with neon emotion. Their dreamy hooks and cinematic energy feel like a mixtape for midnight drives and summer love.
3️⃣ Beat Division (Duran Duran Tribute)
Beat Division unleashes the glamorous swagger of Duran Duran with bold vocals, glossy synths, and full-throttle ’80s attitude. It’s a retro dance party loaded with big hooks, electric style, and MTV-era magic.
4️⃣ Hiding From Love (Depeche Mode Tribute)
Hiding From Love channels the dark pulse of Depeche Mode with brooding vocals, hypnotic electronics, and gothic allure. Every performance is a haunting confession, echoing with the emotion of synth-pop’s shadowy heart.
5️⃣ Battery Inc. (Metallica Tribute)
Battery Inc. tears into Metallica’s raw power with blazing riffs, thunderous drums, and relentless intensity. It’s pure heavy metal adrenaline—loud, gritty, and guaranteed to shake the walls.
6️⃣ Sabbath Live (Black Sabbath Tribute)
Sabbath Live resurrects the godfathers of heavy metal with doomy riffs, haunting vocals, and molten groove. Their performance feels like a ritual—dark, powerful, and drenched in classic rock mystique.
7️⃣ Andy Stokes (NW King of Soul)
Andy Stokes is pure Northwest soul royalty, blending velvet vocals with smooth grooves and heartfelt emotion. His shows radiate warmth, joy, and sheer class—like a masterclass in feel-good rhythm and blues.
8️⃣ Lilla (R&B/Soul Artist)
Lilla delivers rich, soulful vocals wrapped in contemporary R&B grooves, effortlessly blending passion and elegance. Each performance is a heartfelt journey, glowing with authenticity and emotional fire.
9️⃣ The Loyal Order (NW Rock)
The Loyal Order brings high-octane rock with razor-sharp riffs, powerhouse vocals, and arena-worthy energy. Their sound is bold, modern, and built for fists in the air.
1️⃣0️⃣ Metts Ryan Collins (Rock Trio)
Metts Ryan Collins deliver gritty, roots-driven rock with raw vocals and blues-soaked swagger. It’s no-frills, guitar-forward power—pure Pacific Northwest rock ‘n’ roll.
1️⃣1️⃣ Petty Fever (Tom Petty Tribute)
Petty Fever captures the heartland soul of Tom Petty with jangling guitars, timeless hooks, and all-American charm. Every song feels like a freeway anthem—familiar, fearless, and free.
1️⃣2️⃣ Andy Money (Eddie Money Tribute)
Andy Money revives the spirit of Eddie Money with big choruses, rock swagger, and sing-along anthems. It’s a feel-good ride through classic hits, delivered with charisma and heart.
1️⃣3️⃣ Collective Nation (Dance/Pop Covers)
Collective Nation ignites the dance floor with high-energy pop, funk, and party hits that keep the crowd moving all night. With powerhouse vocals and nonstop rhythm, they bring the ultimate feel-good vibe.
1️⃣4️⃣ Rockit Radio (Dance/Pop Party Band)
Rockit Radio blasts out chart-topping hits with electrifying vocals and club-night intensity. They turn every stage into a dance party—bold, bright, and impossible to stand still to.
1️⃣5️⃣ Chicago Tribute Authority (Chicago Tribute)
Chicago Tribute Authority nails the signature horns, soaring vocals, and complex harmonies of Chicago’s iconic sound. It’s a lush, nostalgic celebration of classic rock craftsmanship.
1️⃣6️⃣ A Hit Machine Halloween (Hit Machine Show Band)
Hit Machine explodes with party energy, delivering costume-worthy hits and over-the-top fun for a Halloween blowout. Every show is a full-throttle dance extravaganza built for singing, jumping, and letting loose.
1️⃣7️⃣ Dancehall Days (80s/90s Dance + Pop Classics)
Dancehall Days recreates the golden age of dance-pop with flawless vocals, irresistible grooves, and retro charm. It’s a time-machine dance floor packed with feel-good anthems and pure party nostalgia.
Gemini Lineup – Band Summary
Gemini Club – Band Descriptions
🎸 Radio Riot
Radio Riot cranks up high-voltage party rock with explosive covers that keep the crowd on their feet. With fierce guitar riffs and sing-along anthems, they turn every night into a full-throttle rock ’n’ roll celebration.
🌎 Coloso
Coloso blends Latin rock, reggae, and groove-driven rhythms into a powerhouse live experience. Their infectious energy and bold percussion bring the heat, making every performance feel like a festival.
📸 Snapshot
Snapshot rewinds the clock to the greatest hits of the ’80s and ’90s with slick vocals and dance-ready nostalgia. Expect neon vibes, power ballads, and party anthems that make you want to grab a mic and sing along.
🎤 Andy Stokes
Andy Stokes, the Northwest King of Soul, delivers silky vocals, smooth grooves, and heart-melting R&B. His shows are pure feel-good magic—soulful, classy, and impossible not to love.
⚡ Baz Moto
Baz Moto brings raw rock grit with thunderous drums, roaring guitars, and a no-apologies attitude. It’s high-octane, leather-jacket rock built for headbangers and whiskey shakers.
🎵 Sarah Lodge
Sarah Lodge lights up the stage with powerhouse vocals and heartfelt storytelling, blending rock, soul, and Americana charm. She’s the kind of artist who gives you chills one moment and has you dancing the next.
Friday & Saturday Bands
Fri 1 – NW Sugar Shakers
Sat 2 – Day of the Dead
Fri 7 – Dancehall Days
Sat 8 – Design Band
Fri 14 – Counterfeit Hits
Sat 15 – Generator
Fri 21 – Northwest Transit Band
Sat 22 – 24/7 Band
Fri 28 – Nobody’s Sweetheart
Sat 29 – Lip Bomb
🎶 Coyotes – Band Descriptions
🕰️ Time Machine
Time Machine blasts through generations of rock and pop, from ‘70s classics to modern anthems, with unstoppable energy. Their set feels like flipping through the greatest mixtape ever made—nostalgia, sing-alongs, and pure party fuel.
🎤 Paradox
Paradox brings bold vocals and tight grooves, blending modern and classic rock into one powerhouse performance. They shift from soaring ballads to hard-hitting riffs without losing an ounce of intensity.
📻 Rockit Radio
Rockit Radio ignites the night with crowd-pleasing party rock and decades of feel-good hits. Every chorus is a sing-along moment, turning the dance floor into a full-volume celebration.
💊 Remedy
Remedy delivers polished rock and pop covers with a smooth, dance-friendly edge that keeps the crowd moving. Their mix of radio favorites and rock staples hits the perfect balance between groove and grit.
🌊 River Divide – Night One
River Divide fires up melodic hard rock with soaring guitar leads and emotionally charged vocals. Their performance is powerful, anthemic, and built for fans who crave epic guitar-driven moments.
🔥 River Divide – Night Two
Night two turns up the volume with River Divide’s heaviest set—packed with fan favorites and high-octane riffs. It’s raw, loud, and crafted for those who like their rock unfiltered and fierce.
🌟 SuperWave
SuperWave brings the glory of the ‘80s rushing back with shimmering synths, New Wave hooks, and stadium-size nostalgia. It’s a neon-lit dance party straight from the MTV era.
🪨 Beadhead
Beadhead drops indie and alt-rock heat with crunchy riffs and irresistibly catchy choruses. Their sound hits that sweet spot between raw edge and melodic swagger.
🎙️ Nobody’s Sweetheart
Nobody’s Sweetheart blends soulful vocals with blues-rock swagger and vintage flair. Their performance drips with attitude, grit, and heart—old-school soul with a rock ‘n’ roll bite.
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