Jerad Walker

Video games are becoming an entry point for people who want to race real cars and NASCAR drivers are now training with games, too.

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How Haley Heynderickx Found Her Confidence For Her Debut Album

Jerad Walker

Portland's rising folk star is soft-spoken in person, but has the unguarded assurance to lay herself bare when performing.

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Watch Tank And The Bangas' Joyful Performance At The Pickathon Music Festival

Jerad Walker

Fresh on the heels of winning the NPR Music Tiny Desk Contest, the seven-piece group wowed the Oregon festival crowd with a mix of funk, hip-hop, rock and jazz.

A crew sets up for Icelandic band Kaleo's show at Crystal Ballroom in Portland, Ore.

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A Year After Paris Attacks, Tour Managers Reflect On Security

Jerad Walker

Most of the victims of the terrorist attacks on Paris last November died in the Bataclan concert hall. For tour managers tasked with taking care of bands, the job has changed.