Looking for some fun live music to enjoy during one of the best months of the year? Here’s five artists coming to The Moda Center in Portland and some of their top songs! All of these artists have tickets available on Ticketmaster.

Yung Gravy | 10/20

Yung Gravy (real name Matthew Raymond Hauri) is an American singer/rapper. He’s known for more unserious lyrics in his music including memes and food. He has also sampled Rick Astley’s ‘Never Gonna Give You Up’ before! He’s not going on tour for an album but rather just a mashup of his music.

His Top Songs: C’est la vie, Betty, oops!

Credit: https://wtmj.com/news/2023/07/02/uw-alum-yung-gravy-to-headline-summerfest-after-pair-of-cancellations/ 

Lorde: Ultrasound | 10/21

Lorde (real name Ella Marija Lani Yelich-O’Connor – wow that’s a lot) is originally from New Zealand, who sings pop music. You might know her from her first hits off the album ‘Pure Heroine’ such as ‘Ribs’ or ‘Royals’. Lorde is touring for her new album ‘Virgin’ released in May 2025.

Her Top Songs: Ribs, Team, David

Credit: https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/lorde-ultrasound-world-tour-performs-no-better-1235430315/ 

Maroon 5: Love Is Like | 10/23

Maroon 5 is a band consisting of Adam Levine, Jesse Carmichael, James Valentine, Matt Flynn, PJ Morton, and Sam Farrar. They joined in 1994 and have released 8 studio albums since. They’re going on tour for their latest album release, ‘Love is Like’.

Their Top Songs: Payphone, She Will Be Loved, Maps

Credit: https://www.jsonline.com/story/entertainment/music/2021/08/20/maroon-5-reimagines-hits-and-adam-levine-praises-bucks-lively-milwaukee-concert/8164269002/ 

Ari Abdul | 10/23

Arianna (Ari) Abdul is an alternative pop artist from the US. Her music takes inspiration from grunge, hip-hop, and rock as well. Her parents are Ecuadorian and Costa Rican/Palestinian, which play a role in the style of music she creates. She’ll be touring for only 22 shows, for several of her singles and not just a specific album.

Her Top Songs: BABYDOLL, LET THE WORLD BURN, RED VELVET

Credit: via @arianna.abdul on instagram

Sombr: The Late Nights Tour | 10/25

Sombr (real name Shane Michael Boose) is a relatively new American artist who has become popular on social media. He gained popularity very quickly after releasing his singles ‘Caroline’ and ‘back to friends’. He’s only 20 years old and gained popularity while he was still a teenager. His music style is alternative/indie. He’s touring for his new album ‘I Barely Know Her’.

His Top Songs: back to friends, undressed, 12 to 12Credit: https://www.grammy.com/news/sombr-back-to-friends-singer-bio-i-barely-know-her-tour

Article by Lucas Harshbanger