Portland Playhouse is perhaps one of this fair cities more charming venues. Seating only 150 people, this church turned playhouse is intimate and striking and on May 19th Alela Diane, Vikesh Kapoor, and Barna Howard will be pouring out their own unique and heartfelt stories through song in a way that will also fall into the intimate and striking category. Alela Diane will surely stun that evening, with that haunting voice that sings to loss and regret eloquently and honestly. Kapoor and Barna share Dianes gift with lyrics, each one unique, each one sure to please the lucky 150 patrons of the Playhouse. The three powerful artists filling this once-sacred space with music on May 19th at 7:00pm. Tickets are $14/$16 at the door. - Joy Pearson

Popular Bay Area based singer/songwriter, Mariee Sioux will be celebrating the release of her upcoming full length album, Gift for the End at Great American Music Hall on May 2nd. A rare San Francisco performance from fellow musician Alena Diane and the women's choir, Conspiracy of Venus will take place at Sioux's album release. Don't miss this empowering event, as Mariee had to overcome obsticles to release her new musical effort.

The Deli Magazine San Francisco is proud to present two brand new tracks from Gift For the End today! Take a listen to never before heard songs, Old Magic and Tule.