Margo Cilker’s sophomore album, Valley of Heart’s Delight, refers to a place she can’t return: California’s Santa Clara Valley, as it was known before the orchards were paved over and became more famous for Silicon than apricots. In this 11-song follow-up to 2021’s critically acclaimed Pohorylle, family and nature intertwine as guiding motifs, at once precious and endangered, beautiful and exhausting. Cilker and Pohorylle producer Sera Cahoone brought most of that record’s highly-acclaimed crew (studio players for The Decemberists, Band Of Horses, and Beirut) back to the studio with additional contributions from acclaimed Northwest traditionalist Caleb Klauder. Valley of Heart’s Delight, Cilker’s second record on Portland, Oregon label Fluff & Gravy Records, has already racked up an impressive list of accolades and year-end picks and has paved the way for 2024’s extensive touring and festival appearances.
Shadow Basket is a 4-piece Dog Rock/Indie Folk band from San Juan Island, WA. “BUNGALOW” their debut album released in October 2021, features a collection of moody folk tunes and dynamically driven rock songs that evoke the essence of dreams, place-based memories, and fables. Their performance brings artfully crafted sound elements, grounded harmonies, and beguiling droney jams to any live music setting.
Americana & Indie Folk // Washington
Catch Sunday Night Music every Sunday in the Lovell Building at 6pm. All ages welcome and never a cover!
WHERE: Fort George Brewery, 1483 Duane St. Astoria, Oregon 97103 Map
