Your Ultimate Guide to Live Music in Portland Awaits! 🎵 🎸🎻
This week is big for live outdoor music in Portland! On Saturday, July 13th Now is Now will be on the deck at The Porthole getting the party started for your weekend vibes! Then on Sunday, July 14th Skösh will be a few blocks over on Commercial Street rocking out at Portland Lobster Company!
Looking for more live music? Check out Live Music Tonight, our full calendar of live music in Portland.
THE HEADLINER
Formed at Berklee College of Music in Boston, Dopapod is an American rock band renowned for their eclectic sound. While they are primarily classified as a jam band, their music is a vibrant mix of funk, heavy metal, jazz fusion, progressive rock, and country. With seven self-released studio albums to their name, Dopapod spends much of their time captivating audiences around the world with their energetic live performances.
Friday, July 12th at Aura
LIVE & LOCAL
Formed in 2008 in Buckfield, Maine, Skösh has been a staple of the live music scene across the state and New England for over a decade. They’ve shared the stage with renowned acts like The Charlie Daniels Band, Randy Houser, and Twiddle. Known for their eclectic blend of influences that incorporate “just a little bit” of everything, Skösh has earned a reputation for their energetic, funky tunes and captivating live improvisations. The Portland Press Herald praised them for their “…eclecticism that made rockers Ween famous in the 1990s.” Don’t miss the chance to experience their dynamic performances!
Sunday, July 14th at Portland Lobster Company
MIDWEEK MUSIC
Bearly Dead is more than a Grateful Dead cover band; they’re a cosmic journey through the Dead’s legendary catalog. This Boston-based quintet celebrates the Grateful Dead from their earliest records to their final tours. With danceable energy and world-class musicianship, Bearly Dead honors every member of the Grateful Dead, playing a mix of classics, B-sides, deep cuts, and exploratory jams. Experience their unforgettable tribute live!
Wednesday, July 10th at Portland House of Music
STAFF PICK
Formed in 2001 by singer and songwriter Mitch Alden, Now is Now is an energetic power trio known for their high-energy performances. With an ambitious schedule of over 200 dates annually, they deliver an electrifying mix of covers from the ’70s, ’80s, ’90s, and 2000s, along with original songs. Their regular circuit includes clubs in New Hampshire and Maine, patio gigs by the water, après-ski shows in top ski towns, and select rock clubs in New York City. Don’t miss the chance to catch their dynamic live show!
Saturday, July 13th at The Porthole
This is just a sample of what’s happening this week. Check out the Live Music Tonight page for a full calendar of live events happening in Portland, Maine.