Hailing from Kirikiriroa in Aotearoa (Hamilton in New Zealand) KATCHAFIRE have become a global roots reggae phenomenon. The all Maori reggae band bring their pure classic sound to music lovers worldwide delivering one of the most authentic Reggae shows around today. They didn't come from privilege, they didn't have famous parents; they were ruff n tumble youths who had their lives changed by reggae music who have grown into humble husbands and fathers still finding joy spreading the love all over the world.  With their previous four successful studio albums, multiple awards, platinum sales, high-selling singles and a massive fanbase selling out shows around the world, the band have been celebrating 20 years of existence on their Legacy Tour. KATCHAFIRE have created a universal vibe, crafting their sound from the foundations of classic roots reggae with an R’n’B and funk rub, fusing modern dancehall and with slinky pop, cool grooves and uplifting vibes.

Coming hot off of a world tour as a special guest lead guitarist/vocalist, Jordan T finished off about 5 months of Global touring with the New Zealand band, Katchafire. Headlining his own #BridgesTour2015 of the west coast later in 2015, he's had the chance to spread the message of Aloha and Island Reggae Fusion vibes nation wide both as a solo artist and a backing support. As a solo artist of Hapa (halfbreed) Austronesian/Dutch ancestry with island roots in Maui, it was a busy past 3 years playing lead guitars around America for the local band Maoli. He got his start playing solo looping sets at local bars and party's around the islands. With the drop of his Original #1 Hit Single, "Sunset Tonight" in 2013, Jordan T worked his way onto the local and international radio stations, pushing him to bigger stages. He recently had opportunities to play International Music Festivals such as Rototom Sunsplash (Spain), Chiemsee Summer (Germany), SummerJam (Cologne, Germany), and American reggae festivals like Reggae on the River, California Roots Festival, Trenchfest (Guam). Jordan T had a chance to share the same stages or tour with bands/artists such as Katchafire, Jimmy Cliff, Major Lazor, Anuhea, Soja, Damien Marley, Maoli, Hirie, Common Kings, Fiji, Collie Buddz, Irie Love, Ali Cambell (UB40), Kimie, Ekolu, Rebel Souljahz, The Green, J Boog, Bobby Mcferrin, Mick Fleetwood, Michael Shrieve, and many more. His live performance will give you a vibe you'll never forget as he's known to leave 110% of himself out on stage and with his fans. With a true passion for his art, insistent to use music to infect the world with positive vibes of Love, Aloha, and Realness, He works to bridge cultural and linguistic gaps- Aiming to connect on an international level for a higher purpose. This is his mission.  

Join us for REGGAE ON THE PATIO every Friday! Cansaman (Trinity Sound) has been playing reggae music in Portland for the past 20+ years. Cansa has done everything from holding weekly events to opening up for some of the biggest touring acts from Jamaica. You can catch Cansa on www.NiceUpRadio.com every Thursday (5-7pm PST) and Saturday (2-4pm PST). Follow Cansa on Twitch as well for live broadcasts (Twitch.TV/CansaTrinity) every Wednesday and Saturday. Cansa has been a resident DJ and host at the Start Theater for Reggae On The Patio for the past two years. It has been a must go to event for happy hour after a long week at work where people can dance and socialize. Bring your friends and come dance to some sweet reggae music every Friday from 5-9pm for the summer. No cover charge, you must be 21+. We look forward to seeing you.  5-9pm No cover! 21+