Artists
Sam Milton
Sam Milton is a Portland-based singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist who performs intimate, melody-driven indie rock and folk. His debut full-length album, Nausea (October 10, 2025) marks his first public release. Written, performed, and produced entirely alone in his studio apartment, the record captures a balance between delicately arranged acoustic confessionals and expansive, full-band compositions that swell with layers of distorted guitars, strings, and percussion.
Milton frequently draws comparison to artists Elliott Smith and Nick Drake, some of his largest inspirations. Smith in particular has had a substantial impact on the artist, with clear influence audible in the double-tracked recordings; the melancholic tenor vocals; and the fast-paced finger-picked chord changes.
As Nausea introduces Milton’s work to the world, he’s focused on expanding his live presence across Portland and the Pacific Northwest.
While the majority of Milton’s performances to date have been minimal—just an acoustic guitar and vocal— coming January 16th at The Showdown, Milton will be debuting the first iteration of his live backing band in the spirit of his all time favorite concert: Nirvana’s “MTV Unplugged.” The five-piece acoustic ensemble following Sam Milton will include drummer and Showerhouse member Emmett Becker, Taxi lead guitarist Noah Powell, bassist Jacob Taylor, and violinist Carlo Mery.
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Amos Heart
Amos Heart is a dynamic Portland-based artist whose music blends indie rock, folk, and thoughtful storytelling with an evocative, emotional depth. Known for his captivating live performances and unique sound, Amos Heart has quickly earned a devoted following and recognition as one of the most exciting emerging voices in the Pacific Northwest’s vibrant music scene. From the Perspective of a Loved One, Amos Heart’s second album marks a bold step forward in his musical journey and a rich follow-up to his 2021 release, The House on the Hill. Set to be released in January 2025, the album takes listeners on a deeply personal exploration of love, loss, and the complexities of human connection, blending sweet melodies with introspective lyrics. Drawing inspiration from both his own experiences and a desire to understand the perspectives of others, the album offers a glimpse into the emotional landscape of relationships, uplifted by deep instrumentation including Clarinets, Saxophones, layered guitars, and his signature stack of vocal harmonies.
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