"Live Venue" — Archive | Tim Trautmann

Charlotte McCaslin grips her white hollow-body guitar with fierce concentration while Faith Grossnicklaus draws her violin bow behind her, both performers bathed in the saturated purple and blue stage lights of Portland's legendary Dante's venue. The intimate underground atmosphere crackles with electric energy as the duo delivers their signature blend of rock and classical instrumentation. McCaslin's dark tousled hair and vintage-inspired outfit contrast sharply with the ethereal glow of the stage lighting, while Grossnicklaus remains partially obscured in the moody shadows.

Electric Duet at Dante's Underground

Roselit Bone's Charlotte McCaslin and Faith Grossnicklaus perform their electric fusion set at RX Fest 2019 in Portland's underground music venue Dante's.

C

The experimental band Sun Blood Stories performs under moody blue stage lighting at Dante's in downtown Portland during Rx Fest. A keyboardist with shoulder-length hair commands the left side of the frame while a guitarist stands prominently on the right, with a drummer visible in the atmospheric shadows between them. The Boise-founded group, known for their opera-like sound and now based in Portland, creates a mesmerizing presence in the intimate venue's draped backdrop and professional lighting that captures the raw energy of their live performance.

Sun Blood Stories Live at Dante's Portland

Sun Blood Stories performs at Rx Fest in the intimate confines of Dante's venue in downtown Portland, Oregon.

C

Barry Walker, Tobias Berblinger, and Victor Franco of Roselit Bone command the intimate stage at Dante's in Portland, their silhouettes carved against a wash of crimson and azure stage lights. Walker's cowboy hat catches the glow as he works the synthesizer, while Franco's leather jacket gleams under the dramatic lighting as he grips his white electric guitar. The atmospheric haze and moody lighting create an electric tension that defines Portland's underground music scene.

Electric Atmosphere at Dante's Underground Stage

Roselit Bone performs at RX Fest 2019 in the atmospheric confines of Dante's, Portland's legendary underground venue.

C

Victor Franco grips his Telecaster while Charlotte McCaslin commands center stage with her hollow-body guitar, Faith Grossnicklaus anchoring the rhythm section as Roselit Bone delivers an electrifying performance. The intimate venue pulses with crimson and azure stage lights, creating dramatic silhouettes against the smoky atmosphere of Portland's legendary Dante's. Microphone stands lean into the musical conversation while cables snake across the darkened stage, capturing the raw energy of RX Fest 2019.

Roselit Bone Live at Dante's Portland

Roselit Bone performs at RX Fest 2019 in the atmospheric confines of Dante's, Portland's iconic music venue.

C

Experimental band Sun Blood Stories commands the intimate stage at Dante's in downtown Portland, bathed in crimson and violet stage lights that pierce through the smoky atmosphere. The three-piece band from Boise, Idaho—featuring a keyboardist, drummer, and guitarist—creates their mesmerizing modern-day opera sound amid the venue's signature industrial backdrop of exposed metal rigging and curtained walls. The moody lighting casts dramatic shadows while highlighting the concentrated energy of the musicians mid-performance.

Sun Blood Stories Live at Dante's Portland

Sun Blood Stories performs at Rx Fest at Dante's in downtown Portland, Oregon.

C

Victor Franco, Charlotte McCaslin, and Faith Grossnicklaus of Roselit Bone perform under saturated red and blue stage lighting at Dante's in Portland, Oregon during RX Fest 2019. The intimate venue's moody atmosphere envelops the trio as Franco commands the microphone on the left, McCaslin centers with her hollow-body guitar, and Grossnicklaus anchors the right side. Theatrical lighting cuts through the smoky darkness, casting the musicians in electric hues while cables snake across the cluttered stage floor.

Roselit Bone Commands Dante's Stage in Crimson Light

Roselit Bone delivers an electrifying performance bathed in crimson stage lights at Dante's during RX Fest 2019 in Portland, Oregon.

C

Electronic musician Eli Savage, performing as Ellipsism, leans into his microphone during an intense moment at RXFest 2019. Bathed in emerald stage lighting at Portland's iconic Dante's venue, the bearded performer clutches the mic while surrounded by synthesizers and electronic equipment. The atmospheric green glow creates a moody, underground ambiance that perfectly captures the raw energy of the electronic music scene.

Ellipsism Performs at Portland's Dante's Venue

Ellipsism (Eli Savage) performs live at RXFest 2019 at Dante's in Portland, Oregon.

C

Barry Walker in a cowboy hat and floral shirt commands the keyboards while Tobias Berblinger and Victor Franco flank him with guitar and bass in the atmospheric lighting of Dante's club. Crimson stage lights pierce through the intimate venue's darkness, casting the Portland trio in warm amber and electric blue hues as they deliver their performance during RX Fest 2019. The cramped stage setup and close quarters create an electric intimacy between the musicians and their audience.

Roselit Bone Live at Dante's Portland

Roselit Bone members Barry Walker, Tobias Berblinger, and Victor Franco perform under moody stage lighting at Dante's during RX Fest 2019 in Portland, Oregon.

C

A bearded musician with flowing hair grins widely while performing behind an electronic mixing console, bathed in vibrant blue and purple stage lighting. The intimate venue atmosphere pulses with energy as the artist, part of electronic duo Roselit Bone, manipulates controls during their RX Fest 2019 performance. Tattoos visible on his arms catch the atmospheric lighting while the background dissolves into a dreamy wash of concert illumination.

Electronic Euphoria at Portland's Dante's

Barry Walker of Roselit Bone performs at RX Fest 2019 at Dante's in Portland, Oregon.

C

Band of Skulls members Matt Hayward and Emma Richardson perform in the middle of a packed, energetic crowd at Webster Hall in New York City in September 2019. Matt, with long hair and wearing a black shirt, holds a microphone and smiles broadly, while Emma stands beside him. Audience members surrounding them cheer, raise their hands, and hold up smartphones to capture the moment. The dimly lit venue is filled with excitement and motion blur in the foreground.

Into the Crowd

Band of Skulls' Matt Hayward and Emma Richardson take the performance into the crowd at Webster Hall, New York City, September 2019.

B

Experimental band Sun Blood Stories performs in the intimate, moody confines of Dante's in downtown Portland during Rx Fest. Electric blue stage lighting bathes the duo as the keyboardist leans into the microphone while the drummer maintains rhythm behind a geometric-patterned kit. The atmospheric lighting creates deep shadows against flowing curtains, capturing the mesmerizing sound of the Boise-founded band now based in Portland.

Sun Blood Stories Live at Dante's

Experimental band Sun Blood Stories delivers an atmospheric performance at Rx Fest in the legendary Dante's venue in downtown Portland.

C

A guitarist from Sun Blood Stories commands the stage at Dante's in downtown Portland, bathed in deep magenta and red stage lighting that creates an otherworldly atmosphere. The musician, dressed in casual dark clothing, grips an electric guitar while positioned near the microphone stand, with a drum kit visible in the atmospheric haze behind him. The intimate venue setting captures the raw energy of live music performance, where dramatic lighting transforms the mundane into the cinematic.

Crimson Stage Lights Envelop Portland Guitarist

Sun Blood Stories performs under saturated stage lights at Rx Fest in Portland's legendary Dante's venue.

C

Electronic musician Eli Savage, performing as ellipsism, hunches intensely over his synthesizer setup in the emerald glow of stage lighting at Dante's in Portland. The atmospheric green wash transforms the intimate venue into an otherworldly sonic laboratory, while warm amber lights punctuate the darkness behind him. His focused posture and tousled hair capture the raw concentration of live electronic performance, as cables and equipment sprawl across the stage like digital arteries feeding his sonic creation.

Ellipsism Lost in Electric Green Performance

Electronic artist ellipsism (Eli Savage) performs at RXFest 2019 in the atmospheric lighting of Dante's venue in downtown Portland.

C

Victor Franco of Roselit Bone grips his white Telecaster guitar under dramatic blue stage lighting at Dante's in Portland, Oregon during RX Fest 2019. The leather-jacketed performer stands focused at the microphone, his intense gaze cutting through the moody concert atmosphere while bandmates remain partially visible in the shadowed background. The intimate venue's low ceiling and close quarters create an electric tension between artist and audience.

Frontman Commands Stage at Portland's Dante's

Victor Franco of Roselit Bone performs at RX Fest 2019 at Dante's in Portland, Oregon.

C

Emma Richardson and Russell Marsden of Band of Skulls are engulfed by an ecstatic crowd during their 10 Year Anniversary Tour at Manhattan's legendary Webster Hall. The intimate venue pulses with euphoric energy as fans raise smartphones and drinks toward the performers, creating a sea of illuminated faces bathed in atmospheric stage lighting. The smoky haze and tightly packed audience capture the raw intensity of live rock performance in one of New York's most storied music venues.

Electric Communion at Webster Hall Anniversary

Band of Skulls' Emma Richardson and Russell Marsden perform surrounded by an enthusiastic crowd at Webster Hall during their 10 Year Anniversary Tour.

B

Six musicians of Roselit Bone prepare for their performance during a pre-show soundcheck at the intimate Dante's venue in Portland, Oregon. The band assembles on stage beneath dramatic blue and red theatrical lighting, with instruments including electric guitars, violin, and keyboards creating an atmospheric tableau. Crimson curtains frame the scene while professional stage lights pierce through the venue's characteristic darkness, capturing the focused energy of rehearsal at this legendary Portland music club.

Roselit Bone Soundcheck at Dante's Portland

Roselit Bone conducts their pre-show soundcheck beneath theatrical lighting at Dante's in Portland, Oregon during Rx Fest 2019.

C

Six musicians of Roselit Bone perform under dramatic purple and amber stage lighting at Portland's iconic Dante's venue during RX Fest 2019. The intimate club setting frames the band with rich crimson curtains while atmospheric haze swirls through the colored beams, creating a moody backdrop for their eclectic instrumentation including guitars, violin, and keyboards. The low stage positioning places the audience at eye level with the performers, emphasizing the venue's legendary intimacy.

Roselit Bone Illuminated at Dante's Stage

Roselit Bone captivates the crowd with their genre-blending performance at Dante's during RX Fest 2019 in Portland, Oregon.

C

Charlotte McCaslin and Faith Grossnicklaus of Roselit Bone command the intimate stage at Dante's in Portland, bathed in ethereal blue and magenta lighting. McCaslin clutches a white hollow-body guitar while Grossnicklaus stands close beside her, both performers silhouetted against the venue's signature atmospheric glow. The dramatic color wash transforms the underground club into a dreamscape, capturing the raw intensity of their RX Fest 2019 performance.

Electric Duo at Dante's Stage

Roselit Bone performs under dramatic colored lighting at RX Fest 2019 in Portland's legendary Dante's venue.

C

Emma Richardson of Band of Skulls commands the stage at Webster Hall during the band's 10 Year Anniversary Tour, her bass guitar gleaming under theatrical lighting. Dramatic amber and red stage lights create a moody atmosphere, casting her dark hair and black attire in silhouette while highlighting her focused expression. The intimate Manhattan venue's iconic lighting rig creates bokeh effects in the background, emphasizing the raw energy of live performance.

Emma Richardson Bathed in Concert Light

Emma Richardson performs at Webster Hall during Band of Skulls' 10 Year Anniversary Tour in Manhattan's East Village.

B

Six musicians command the intimate stage at Dante's in Portland, bathed in electric blue and magenta stage lighting that transforms the venue into a nocturnal dreamscape. The lead vocalist grips a hollow-body guitar while a violinist adds ethereal textures, flanked by keyboards, bass, and drums in this captivating indie ensemble. Crimson curtains frame the performance space as dramatic spotlights slice through the atmospheric haze, creating an otherworldly concert experience.

Roselit Bone Electrifies Dante's Stage

Roselit Bone delivers an atmospheric performance under vivid stage lighting at RX Fest 2019 in Portland's iconic Dante's venue.

C

Barry Walker of Roselit Bone commands the intimate stage at Dante's in Portland, his weathered cowboy hat casting shadows over concentrated features as electric blue and magenta stage lights transform the venue into a cyberpunk honky-tonk. His fish-patterned shirt catches the saturated lighting while he leans into his steel guitar, fingers dancing across the strings in a moment of pure musical absorption. The atmospheric lighting creates an otherworldly glow that bridges traditional Americana with futuristic aesthetics, capturing the essence of Portland's eclectic music scene.

Neon-Soaked Performer Lost in Musical Reverie

Barry Walker of Roselit Bone performs at RX Fest 2019 in the neon-drenched atmosphere of Dante's venue in Portland, Oregon.

C

Roselit Bone commands the intimate stage at Dante's in Portland, bathed in electric blue and purple stage lighting that transforms the venue into a sonic cathedral. The lead performer, wearing a distinctive floral-patterned jacket and black hat, leans into their microphone while bandmates create a wall of sound behind them - a drummer in white and additional musicians shrouded in the moody atmospheric lighting. The cramped stage setup and tangled cables speak to the raw, underground energy of Portland's live music scene.

Roselit Bone Electrifies Dante's Stage

Roselit Bone performs under dramatic blue lighting at RX Fest 2019 in Portland's iconic Dante's venue.

C

Tobias Berblinger of Roselit Bone lost in contemplative performance, his long blonde hair cascading as he cradles his bass guitar in the saturated magenta and blue stage lighting of Dante's. The intimate Portland venue's atmospheric haze creates a dreamlike backdrop, while ornate floral patterns on his dark shirt catch the vivid concert lighting. His downward gaze and gentle expression capture a moment of musical introspection during RX Fest 2019.

Electric Reverie at Dante's Portland

Tobias Berblinger of Roselit Bone performs at RX Fest 2019 in the ethereal glow of Dante's stage lighting in Portland, Oregon.

C

Barry Walker commands the keyboard while Tobias Berblinger anchors the rhythm on bass as Roselit Bone delivers an electrifying performance at Dante's in Portland, Oregon. The duo is bathed in saturated blue and purple stage lighting that cuts through the intimate venue's darkness, creating an atmospheric backdrop for their musical collaboration. Walker's cowboy hat and patterned shirt catch the colored light as he leans into his performance, while Berblinger's long hair flows as he works the bass strings. The dramatic lighting transforms the small club into a sonic cathedral, with beams piercing through the smoky air above the musicians.

Electric Nights at Dante's Portland Stage

Roselit Bone's Barry Walker and Tobias Berblinger perform under dramatic blue and purple lighting at RX Fest 2019 in Portland's Dante's venue.

C

Faith Grossnicklaus of Roselit Bone grips her microphone with both hands, her blonde hair catching the electric blue and purple stage lighting at Dante's club in Portland. The intimate venue's atmospheric lighting transforms the performance space into a dreamy wash of cyan and violet hues, creating an otherworldly backdrop for the violinist's captivating stage presence. Her western-inspired shirt with fringe details and ornate belt buckle blend country aesthetics with the club's moody ambiance.

Violinist Faith Grossnicklaus Performs Under Electric Blue Stage Lights

Faith Grossnicklaus of Roselit Bone performs under dramatic blue lighting at RX Fest 2019 at Dante's in Portland, Oregon.

C

Russell Marsden of Band of Skulls commands the stage at Webster Hall during their 10 Year Anniversary Tour, his weathered Telecaster gleaming under magenta stage lights. The bearded frontman's passionate vocals and raised fist capture the raw intensity of live rock performance. Atmospheric smoke and dramatic lighting create a moody backdrop against the historic Manhattan venue's dark interior, while his focused expression reveals the emotional depth of the moment.

Russell Marsden Electrifies Webster Hall Stage

Russell Marsden of Band of Skulls delivers an electrifying performance at Webster Hall during the band's 10 Year Anniversary Tour.

B

Experimental band Sun Blood Stories, originally from Boise, Idaho and now based in Portland, performs in the intimate confines of Dante's venue during Rx Fest, bathed in deep cobalt stage lighting that transforms the space into an ethereal sonic cathedral. The keyboardist, silhouetted against flowing curtains, commands an array of synthesizers while the drummer maintains rhythm behind a kit adorned with geometric mandala artwork. Cables snake across the stage floor as purple and blue washes create dramatic shadows, capturing the mesmerizing live sound that has been likened to modern-day opera.

Sun Blood Stories Electric Blue Performance

Sun Blood Stories, the experimental band from Boise, Idaho now based in Portland, delivers an atmospheric performance at Dante's during Rx Fest in downtown Portland, Oregon.

C

Russell Marsden, vocalist and guitarist of Band of Skulls, delivers an intimate performance at Webster Hall during the band's 10 Year Anniversary Tour. Bathed in warm amber stage lighting with deep red hues washing the background, Marsden leans into his microphone while gripping his electric guitar, his bearded face animated with the energy of live performance. The moody lighting creates dramatic shadows across the historic Manhattan venue, capturing the raw authenticity of this milestone celebration.

Russell Marsden Celebrates Band of Skulls Anniversary

Russell Marsden of Band of Skulls performs at Webster Hall during the band's 10 Year Anniversary Tour in Manhattan.

B

Boise experimental duo Sun Blood Stories performs in the intimate confines of Dante's nightclub in downtown Portland during Rx Fest. Bathed in ethereal blue and purple stage lighting, a keyboardist and drummer create an atmospheric soundscape against flowing curtain backdrops. The moody illumination transforms the underground venue into a dreamlike performance space, with the duo's silhouettes emerging from the saturated concert lighting as they craft their modern-day operatic compositions.

Sun Blood Stories Electrifies Portland's Dante's

Experimental duo Sun Blood Stories performs at Rx Fest in the intimate atmosphere of Dante's nightclub in downtown Portland, Oregon.

C

Electronic musician Eli Savage of ellipsism performs in a wash of ethereal green stage lighting at Dante's venue in Portland, Oregon. The artist leans into the microphone with concentrated intensity, his wire-rimmed glasses catching the ambient glow while tousled hair frames his focused expression. The moody emerald illumination creates an otherworldly atmosphere, transforming the intimate downtown venue into a sonic sanctuary.

Electronic Artist in Emerald Light Performance

Electronic artist ellipsism (Eli Savage) performs under verdant stage lighting at RXFest 2019 in Portland's historic Dante's venue.

C

Photo Archive