The Mega-Corporation Eyeing Portland’s Independent Music Scene
Live Nation Entertainment recently obtained an exclusive contract to host live performances at Providence Park, and is now in talks with a local developer for a massive music venue on the Willamette’s east bank, with capacity for 3,000 people. Though a waterfront music venue might sound amazing, local music advocates, including venue owners, are worried. Today we’re talking with MusicPortland board member Jamie Dunphy about why so many people in the local music scene are saying that Live Nation venues could damage Portland’s beloved music scene.
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