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Stomp and Shout: The Untold Story of Northwest Rock & Roll
Sat, May 31
|Black & Tan Hall
Before grunge took over the world, Seattle’s music scene was already making waves. Learn from music historian Peter Blecha as he uncovers the hidden roots of the Original Northwest Sound.
Time & Location
May 31, 2025, 10:00 AM PDT
Black & Tan Hall, 5608 Rainier Ave S, Seattle, WA 98118, USA
About the event
The Rainier Valley Historical Society is thrilled to host author and music historian Peter Blecha at Black and Tan Hall for a deep dive into the Original Northwest Sound on Saturday, May 31, at 10 AM.
Long before grunge, Seattle’s music scene was shaped by raw R&B, garage rock, and soul. Blecha, a leading expert on Northwest music history, will share stories from his new book, Stomp and Shout: R&B and the Origins of Northwest Rock and Roll, connecting icons like Ray Charles, Quincy Jones, and Jimi Hendrix to the region’s rock & roll roots.
This is a free event, with a $5 donation encouraged for those who are able. Join us for a morning of history, music, and untold stories from the Pacific Northwest’s rich musical past! This event was made possible by Humanities Washington Speakers Bureau.