Jessica Enouf
Jessica is a fantastic artist and a dear friend of the Factory.Her work has graced our sleeves and if you've enjoyed it palm size, you should breathe it in when it's on the wall.
We have a small sampling at art.littlesongs.com.
Very soon, you will find another exhibition of her art in a gallery, bookstore, cafe or nearby pub.
Best Kept Secret
Linda Smith, the Cannanes and Orange Cake Mix are among the many talented artists with music on Best Kept Secret.Great music from all over the world can be found in the catalog.
Find out more about the underground Italian label in this groovy feature and interview with Alessandro Crestani in Aquamarine.
Ross Beach
If you've got the chance, go see Ross & the Hellpets.Or just Ross if that is you can muster.
Intrigued? Here is a dandy article by Andy Giegerich in the Portland Tribune and a feature by J.D. Suntan in Willamette Week.
Tape Mountain
In addition to taking the helm of Tape Mountain, our friend, Jacob, delights with Celesteville and the Minor Thirds.Each release is lovingly handmade by the tiny people who live deep in the mountain.
You simply must visit his little corner of the web.
Go and see a video!
Read of his daring exploits at yard sales!
Jacob has collaborated on many projects through the years including Yak Brigade, Scorched Earth Orchestra, Minmae and Bronwyn to name just a few.
The Minor Thirds
The Minor Thirds have several new collections available including, "The Dishwasher Thief" and it rules.They toured through Canada in support of the full-length, "Saskatchewan."
These slices of genius are available from the Tape Mountain international recording empire.
Chris has taken his leave of the states and the band. He is sorely missed.
There's only one way to enter the magical world of Chris & Charlotte & Jacob: Listen!
The Tuftees
Jack, Casey and Steve created a beautiful noise.They were honest, emotive and stirring.
Sadly, there are no more Tuftees.
They live on in their wonderful debut or the amazing, "Pawlicker."
Fill your hours with joy.
Now, Curious Hands and Xila have been unleashed!
Linda Smith
Baltimore is home to one of my favorite artists.My life would be incomplete without a least a dozen of her tunes.
A timeless songwriter, a pioneer in home recording and a good human being.
Send her a postcard sometime.
Jennifer Gentle
This Italian band put a brilliant record on Sub Pop,a brilliant disc called, "Valende."
Look for their whole catalog.
Cupcake
Marci MacFarlane is an old friend and a visionary who creates and exposes Portland to an abundance of different types of art.Find out more in this profile from Willamette Week.
She also appears in the documentary, "Palahniuk & Portland."
Dark Porch Productions
Our friend Margery Fairchild is leader among the many talents who charm and entrance with this troupe.They provide clear evidence that inspired things happen when sound and imagination meet the body.
Check your listings, she also acts and directs in the San Francisco area.
Pangs
Before Nathan went on hiatus, he worked on the Pangs new full-length, "Stalemates & Sad Pastimes" on Panther Fact.He also contributed to a cut on "We Are Not Alone: Songs for the Lo-fi Generation, Volume Five" from Best Kept Secret.
Bliss
Check out the fantastic Bliss catalog.This legendary cassette label in the U.K. has been a cornerstone for years and an inspiration to many.
The Persimmons
The Persimmons performed one final time on May 16, 2003 at the Jasmine Tree.The lineup featured brilliant singer-songwriter Anne Adams,
pop sensation Andy Giegerich, the Chandler brothers who faithfully bring you
Giant Bug Village and your friendly astronaut Dave on the skins.
The gigs -- including a rowdy Clash tribute at the dearly departed Satyricon -- were a helluvalottafun.
Anne went on to create Per Se.
Andy can be seen with the Honus Huffines.
Several projects feature John Chandler and his brother Paul -- together and apart.
