Mark Lore

Recent Articles

The Mercury's 2024 Portland Jazz Festival Picks

From Bob James Quartet to Sudan Archives, the fest's 21st year brings boundary-pushing legends to Portland, Bend, and Seattle.

Oregon Cartoonist Breena Bard Draws a Climate Change Story From a Middle-School View

Wildfire shows practical ways kids can participate in activism—even if they don't want to march.

Fall Arts 2023 Sep 6 3:53 AM

Appreciating the Musical Genius of John Williams

We asked associate conductor Deanna Tham to unpack the Oregon Symphony’s take on the greatest modern film composer.

Music Aug 11 11:04 AM

The Mercury's Favorite Moments of Pickathon 2023

"The volunteers were kind. The music was excellently curated, and I again came out of it appreciating new artists."

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Music Aug 3 4:08 PM

Get Farm-Zoned With the Mercury's Pickathon 2023 Picks

Lee Fields, Thee Sinseers, GEL, W.I.T.C.H., and many more play the best darn little music festival held 16 miles outside of Portland.

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Music Aug 15 4:00 AM

Record Review: Pushy, Hard Wish

The Portland Band Plays Heavy Rock ’n’ Roll the Right Way