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Emi Gilbert
Emi became fascinated by the power of the human voice, and started training her voice by studying choral music. She has performed piano works by composers such as Palestrina and Monteverdi, along with opera arias as solo performances. While she was majoring in linguistics at her university in Tokyo, she became interested in jazz music and started performing at venues in Tokyo. After relocating to Los Angeles, Emi participated in many of her husband Paul Gilbert’s recording projects, and toured around the world in his band. In 2019, Emi started her own live jazz project in Portland, Oregon that combines all of the elements of her musical journey so far.
Ariel Atsatt
A singer-songwriter originally from foggy San Francisco, CA now living in urban Portland, OR, Ariel has been playing music all up and down the West Coast for over 10 years. Her ethereal and haunting music is inspired by her natural surroundings, and by the depth and complexity of emotion humans experience navigating this strange world.
Brian Byrnes
Brian Byrnes is a Portland, Oregon-based folk singer-songwriter. Brian has an extensive repertoire of covers and originals, with influences such as Simon and Garfunkel, James Taylor, and The Beatles.
Katie Jane Band: St. Patrick's Day Recap!
Portland’s Fiery Fiddle comes to Stem for a St. Patrick’s Day Recap!
Brenna Larsen
Evoking style from early songwriting greats Carole King, Joni Mitchell, and Simon and Garfunkel she focuses on beautiful melodic lines and intricate harmonies. Enjoy a set by singer-songwriter Brenna Larsen at Stem!
Justin Mandell
Justin Mandell started playing guitar when he was 9 years old. He attended the University of North Florida and studied Jazz with world renown professor Dennis Marks (Maynard Ferguson, Arturo Sandoval). In 2009 he graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Jazz Studies. Justin went on to perform with many internationally acclaimed artists including Wycliffe Gordon (Jazz at Lincoln Center), John Lumpkin (founder of Jazz Discovery Series), and Lisa McClendon (Billboard chart at NO.20 Album). He has performed at numerous international music festivals and also opened for acts such as Maria Schneider, Oteil Burbridge, and Kurt Elling. In 2015, he established residency in Lima, Peru performing in local clubs and venues. Justin is now located in Portland Oregon where he is pursuing his passion of improvisational music in the jazz setting.
Justin Mandell
Justin Mandell started playing guitar when he was 9 years old. He attended the University of North Florida and studied Jazz with world renown professor Dennis Marks (Maynard Ferguson, Arturo Sandoval). In 2009 he graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Jazz Studies. Justin went on to perform with many internationally acclaimed artists including Wycliffe Gordon (Jazz at Lincoln Center), John Lumpkin (founder of Jazz Discovery Series), and Lisa McClendon (Billboard chart at NO.20 Album). He has performed at numerous international music festivals and also opened for acts such as Maria Schneider, Oteil Burbridge, and Kurt Elling. In 2015, he established residency in Lima, Peru performing in local clubs and venues. Justin is now located in Portland Oregon where he is pursuing his passion of improvisational music in the jazz setting.
Murder on Mississippi
*sold out*
Join us on Saturday, October 28th for a MURDER MYSTERY SPECTACULAR at Stem! A Spooky Murder has been carried out....SO WHO DID IT???? Become a detective along with new and old friends at Stem and help us solve the mystery! Paired with an all you can eat 5 course meal from Stem’s sister restaurant Friendship Kitchen and a complimentary glass of sparkling wine to start the night off right!
DOORS OPEN AT 5pm, DINNER & SHOW 6-8pm
W.L. Bishop
With a raw, earthy voice, steeped in his southern roots, Bishop draws on diverse influences to create a sound that pulls you close but takes you back.
Bishop grew up in South Georgia, where he picked up the guitar at 13. he’s been playing ever since in various bands in bars along the East Coast, all the while writing about what he’s seen and where he’s been. A long way from the single-stoplight town he first called home, you can find him playing covers at your local bar or a set of his originals to attentive listening rooms around the PNW.”
Live Music: Ariel Atsatt
A singer-songwriter originally from foggy San Francisco, CA now living in urban Portland, OR, Ariel has been playing music all up and down the West Coast for over 10 years. Her ethereal and haunting music is inspired by her natural surroundings, and by the depth and complexity of emotion humans experience navigating this strange world.
Live Music: R&D
A Portland duo putting a folky, soul twist on new songs, old songs, and everything in between.
Live Music: Jake Soffer
Known for his uplifting melodies and expressive grooves, guitarist and composer Jake Soffer draws from the sounds of folk/roots, ambient and new age to create a unique, non-lyrical musical voice.
Live Music: Dalton Huxley
Join us for some, Pacific Northwest Roots Rock!
Storytelling roots rock from the Pacific Northwest, currently based out of Portland and writing songs about love, loss, and the want for a simple life. With influences ranging from Chris Stapleton to the Foo Fighters to Tedeschi Trucks Band, Dalton is simply aiming to snap a shot of the simple things that can make for the happy fulfilled life we seem to all be chasing. His latest single, Make It Count, is now streaming on all platforms.
Live Music: Brenna Larson
Evoking style from early songwriting greats Carole King, Joni Mitchell, and Simon and Garfunkel she focuses on beautiful melodic lines and intricate harmonies. Enjoy a set by singer-songwriter Brenna Larsen at Stem!
Live Music: Ariel Atsatt
A singer-songwriter originally from foggy San Francisco, CA now living in urban Portland, OR, Ariel has been playing music all up and down the West Coast for over 10 years. Her ethereal and haunting music is inspired by her natural surroundings, and by the depth and complexity of emotion humans experience navigating this strange world.
Live Music: R&D
A Portland duo putting a folky, soul twist on new songs, old songs, and everything in between.
Live Music: Jake Soffer
Known for his uplifting melodies and expressive grooves, guitarist and composer Jake Soffer draws from the sounds of folk/roots, ambient and new age to create a unique, non-lyrical musical voice.
Live Music: Brenna Larsen
Evoking style from early songwriting greats Carole King, Joni Mitchell, and Simon and Garfunkel she focuses on beautiful melodic lines and intricate harmonies. Enjoy a set by singer-songwriter Brenna Larsen on our patio!
Mississippi Street Fair
The Mississippi Street Fair is back! At Stem Wine Bar you can grab a seat and a glass of wine and still be right in the heart of the action!
In addition to a great selection of wines by the glass, we’ll be celebrating Portland Pride and our LGBTQIA2s+ community!
Be sure to stop by for a visit as you’re taking in all that the Mississippi Street Fair has to offer, see you there!
Live Music: Dalton Huxley
Join us for some, Pacific Northwest Roots Rock!
Storytelling roots rock from the Pacific Northwest, currently based out of Portland and writing songs about love, loss, and the want for a simple life. With influences ranging from Chris Stapleton to the Foo Fighters to Tedeschi Trucks Band, Dalton is simply aiming to snap a shot of the simple things that can make for the happy fulfilled life we seem to all be chasing. His latest single, Make It Count, is now streaming on all platforms.
Pacific Pug Rescue: The Pug Parade Fundraiser!
Come join the pug parade and bring your own pup! (does not have to be a pug!) Pacific Pug Rescue and Stem are teaming up to bring you a day of good wine, company, and cuteness overload! There will be drink specials, with proceeds donated to Pacific Pug Rescue, a Photo Pup Booth for those professional photos with your pup, and more!
Live Music: Jake Soffer
Known for his uplifting melodies and expressive grooves, guitarist and composer Jake Soffer draws from the sounds of folk/roots, ambient and new age to create a unique, non-lyrical musical voice.
Live Music: Irina
Portland-based singer-songwriter Irina finds inspiration and influence in artists such as John Lennon, Lana del Rey, Johny Cash, Frank Sinatra; paying close attention to lyrics and melodies.
Follow Irina on Instagram! @vocalcurves
Live Music: Ariel Atsatt
A singer-songwriter originally from foggy San Francisco, CA now living in urban Portland, OR, Ariel has been playing music all up and down the West Coast for over 10 years. Her ethereal and haunting music is inspired by her natural surroundings, and by the depth and complexity of emotion humans experience navigating this strange world.
Interested in performing at Stem??
Performances are Fridays & Saturdays from 7:00pm - 9:00pm.
Drop us a line if you’re interested in playing; however, please read the following to ensure we are a good fit for you before you reach out!
Music performances at Stem are meant to be an enhancement to our guests’ experience. While many folks will come specifically to watch live music, many are also there just to enjoy some wine and catch up with friends or have a special night out, and the music is a surprise welcome addition, but is also secondary to their visit.
With this in mind along with our space constraints, we are primarily looking to schedule solo or duo acts with minimal equipment and instruments. Furthermore, because we do not charge cover or require drink-purchase minimums during performances, we’re limited in the amount of compensation we’re able to provide our performers. In most situations we’ll be able to offer a nominal fee & complimentary beverages, with additional compensation being in the form of tips from guests.