John Nelson

JOHN NELSON’S LIVE MUSIC COLUMN: Wine, dine, dance lines for Dad’s Day

ATTENTION, ALL MOMS: Now it’s your turn to take Dad out for a night of dining and dancing in celebration of Father’s Day on Sunday.… Continue reading

JOHN NELSON’S LIVE MUSIC COLUMN: Country up or boogie down this week

ALONG WITH THE weather, the local music scene is heating up. Live music is now coming to farmers markets, public concerts and beer gardens. Whether… Continue reading

JOHN NELSON’S LIVE MUSIC COLUMN: Keep in tune with music scene

JUNE ARRIVES THIS weekend, and with it, the summer season. Even though summer doesn’t officially start for a few more weeks, we’ll be reporting on… Continue reading

JOHN NELSON’S LIVE MUSIC COLUMN: Remember country’s fallen heroes through area music

AS WE HEAD into Memorial Day weekend with all its parties, barbecues and family gatherings, let us not forget the reason for the holiday: those… Continue reading

JOHN NELSON’S LIVE MUSIC COLUMN: Get into spirit of Esprit on Peninsula

IT’S THE MIDDLE of May, and you know what that means: It’s Esprit time in Port Angeles. Come on out for an evening of music… Continue reading

JOHN NELSON’S LIVE MUSIC COLUMN: Experience mother lode of local tunes

I DON’T KNOW about you, but this hot spring weather sure does bring out the laziness in me. OK, so it just makes me lazier.… Continue reading

JOHN NELSON’S LIVE MUSIC COLUMN: Stock up on siestas before Cinco de Mayo

IT’S ANOTHER MONTH and another round of live music opportunities, including Cinco de Mayo events, expanded outdoor schedules and more. As the weather warms up,… Continue reading

JOHN NELSON’S LIVE MUSIC COLUMN: Work out the kinks on the dance floor

I KNOW SOME of you celebrate spring by getting your lawns and gardens in shape, but hey, it only takes a shower and a fresh… Continue reading

JOHN NELSON’S LIVE MUSIC COLUMN: Groove to big band, jazz, country stylings

AH, SPRING! THE sun is shining, it’s getting warmer, and outdoor beer gardens are being readied to receive bands and patrons enjoying the great outdoors… Continue reading

JOHN NELSON’S LIVE MUSIC COLUMN: Tune out Tax Day with musical offerings

MONDAY IS TAX Day, so all of you who have sent in your returns can get out and celebrate with live music and dancing. Those… Continue reading

JOHN NELSON’S LIVE MUSIC COLUMN: Don’t miss a beat: Get into the groove

“STRIKE WHILE THE iron is hot!” and “Go West, young man” are two old sayings that do not apply to this column, but here’s one… Continue reading

JOHN NELSON’S LIVE MUSIC COLUMN: Get hopping glad at dancing venues for March’s farewell

DON’T LET THE madness of March and basketball brackets get you down. Instead, make your own bracket of live music venues for dancing and listening… Continue reading

JOHN NELSON’S LIVE MUSIC COLUMN: Put spring in step at live venues

DO YOU FEEL it? That subtle change in the air? The birds are singing their songs during the day and frogs are filling the evening… Continue reading

JOHN NELSON’S LIVE MUSIC COLUMN: Give the green light for St. Paddy’s fun

THIS WEEK, WE have several reasons to celebrate: the wearin’ o’ the green, the first day of spring, getting through the first week of daylight… Continue reading

JOHN NELSON’S LIVE MUSIC COLUMN: Get into a sweat on the dance floor

THE DAYS ARE getting longer and warmer, so you'll want to prepare for the great outdoors. What better way to get in shape than to… Continue reading

JOHN NELSON’S LIVE MUSIC COLUMN: Kick up your heels as March roars in

WE’VE MADE IT to the end of the month, but next month promises to have more live music (after all, it has three more days)… Continue reading

JOHN NELSON’S LIVE MUSIC COLUMN: Cavort, croon, be merry

RAIN MAY COME and go, but our spirits are never dampened when we’re dancing to live music at one or more of the fine venues… Continue reading

JOHN NELSON’S LIVE MUSIC COLUMN: Sway to sweet, savory sounds

SO HE SAID to his sweetheart: “Here’s some chocolates and a dozen roses. Happy Valentine’s Day.” “But honey,” she said, “I want to go dancing… Continue reading

JOHN NELSON’S LIVE MUSIC COLUMN: Let music move you, body and soul

FOOTBALL SEASON IS over, and Punxsutawney Phil says spring is just six weeks away, so you know what that means: Live music and dance season… Continue reading

JOHN NELSON’S LIVE MUSIC COLUMN: Win or lose, round it up on the dance floor

I’VE JUST RECOVERED from New Year’s Eve and it’s Groundhog Day already? Followed by the Super Bowl? I’ve placed my bet because I know who’s… Continue reading