Funk, rock, reggae, soul.
And probably tequila.

About Dear Drummer

Turning bars into house parties

Dear Drummer started the same way most good things do: a bunch of friends, a few songs, and a reason to stay out too late. Somewhere along the way, people started dancing. We kept playinig.

These days, Dear Drummer blends funk, rock, reggae, soul, and house-party energy into the kind of live show where one drink turns into three and strangers somehow end up singing together.

Portland party music.
You should probably bring friends.

Dear Drummer performing live

Video Highlight

This is usually where things escalate

This is what your Friday night could look like.

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Upcoming Shows

Louder. Sweatier. Better live.

July 4th, 2026

Grass Alley Jam

Portland, OR

Annual neighborhood block party in North Portland.

March 14th, 2026

The Rosebud Theatre

Roseburg, OR

We're heading to central Oregon to throw down at The Rosebud Theatre for the St. Patty's day crawl.

We play around Portland...

Dante’s, Star Theater, festivals, weddings, parties, and a lot of rooms that get loud and fun.

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Want to book the band or dive deeper?

Check out the EPK, listen to more music, explore videos, and see where Dear Drummer is playing next.