Why Portland’s Karaoke Scene Is Unlike Anywhere Else
This weather is letting us all know it’s time to focus our attention on indoor activities, like picking a favorite tune and singing it with your friends. So we’re revisiting a conversation with Yoni Wilson, a karaoke jockey— or KJ — at Portland karaoke mecca The Alibi. He’s got tips on how you can put on your best show and is also sharing a few unspoken rules to help you navigate a fun night out singing with strangers.
This conversation first aired October 10, 2023
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