21+ // Doors 7:30 PM // Tickets $18 DoS
Denver-based lyricist and producer Deca brings the Growing Young Tour to Portland for a night of thought-provoking rhymes and immersive beats. Catch him live on Wednesday, September 10th at Twilight Café, delivering cuts from his latest project alongside fan favorites that showcase his signature blend of introspection and boom bap.
Featuring special guests:
Spinitch – bringing raw energy and lyrical sharpness
No Requests DJs – setting the vibe with Golden Era heat and head-nod classics
Pull up early, catch the full lineup, and tap in with real ones.
🎤 It’s not just a show—it’s a vibe.
No Requests presents: Native Tongues – A Labor Day Weekend Celebration
Date: Sunday, August 31, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: McMenamins White Eagle Saloon, 836 N Russell St, Portland, OR
Admission: Free | 21+
Celebrate the legacy of the Native Tongues collective—A Tribe Called Quest, De La Soul, Jungle Brothers, Queen Latifah, and more—with an all-vinyl tribute set by Portland’s own No Requests DJs, DJ Klyph and DJ Ambush. Expect golden era hip-hop classics, deep cuts, and a community vibe in one of the city’s most intimate venues.
Presented by No Requests DJs, KlyphWorks, and DSTRCT9 Creative Solutions.
21+ // Doors 7 PM // $12 DoS
DJ Wednesday spinning tunes before, during and after the show. An evening filled with post-punk, shoegaze an darkwave in partnership with XRAY FM
Shadowlands – Dark postpunk dreamscapes by members of Murderbait and former members of Phantom Lights and the Minds. Post-punk, dark-wave, shoegaze, from Portland Oregon.
Kallai – formed in the summer of 2023 by members of Trance to the Sun, Luscious Apparatus and Lost Echoes. While inspired by the post-punk, shoegaze and doom acts of the past few decades, Kallai’s perspective is evolving with those scenes and seeking to spin sounds that unfold throughout time. Portland, Oregon
Hawks Do Not Share is dream-pop band from Portland, Oregon.
🎙️ Live Recording of the Klyph Notes Podcast
Presented by KlyphWorks
Join DJ Klyph for a special live edition of the Klyph Notes Podcast featuring Portland-based filmmaker Devin Boss — a visual storyteller known for capturing authentic narratives that uplift Black culture and community through film.
🗓️ Saturday, August 2nd
📍 Interstate Firehouse Cultural Center
🎧 Part of the Black Podcast Festival PDX
🎟 No Cover | 👥 All Ages Welcome
Be part of the conversation as we explore creativity, culture, and purpose through Devin’s lens. Pull up and experience the Klyph Notes Podcast live and in the moment.
MonsterBox Comedy, Portland's hit standup comedy show, returns to Alberta Street Pub, Thursday, July 31st at 8pm with headliner Raphael Chestang (Netflix, CBS, ABC, Dropout)!
About the headliner:
Raphael Chestang is a comedian, actor and writer seen on Netflix, CBS, ABC, and the streaming service, Dropout. Some of his credits include Young Sheldon, The G Word With Adam Conover, 9-1-1, and Pretty Smart.
Before touring the country as a standup comic, Raphael was a CollegeHumor cast member from 2017-2020 where he wrote and starred in hundreds of viral videos, including those featuring Chris Pratt, Bryce Dallas Howard and John Cena.
Joining Raphael is another hilarious lineup of comedians, including:
Jaren George!
Danny Meyerend!
David Tveite!
Andy Iwancio!
Hosted by Adam Pasi and Imani!
With music by DJ Klyph and DJ Ambush, the dynamic, hip-hop DJing duo of No Requests!
Advance tickets $15/ $18 at the door.
21+ only. Alberta Street is located at 1036 NE Alberta Street, Portland, 97211.
About MonsterBox Comedy: MonsterBox Comedy is produced by Jason Lamb, formerly of the standup show Minority Retort, and continues to be inspired by its co-founder, the late Raishawn Wickwire, renowned for producing the popular comedy show No Pun Intendo. The show’s goal is to bring together the best of local and national comedic talent, offering a fresh, hilarious and diverse comedy experiences that push the boundaries of standup and delivers unforgettable performances.
Follow @monsterboxcomedy on Instagram for updates about upcoming shows and more!
No Requests – July Edition
Sunday, July 27 • 6–9 PM
White Eagle Saloon • No Cover
21+
DJ Klyph and DJ Ambush return for another edition of No Requests—spinning golden era classics and underground gems. No gimmicks, no requests—just two DJs curating the vibe.
2 DJs • 4 Decks • No Requests
“It’s not a party, it’s a vibe.”
WHERE - The World Famous Kenton Club
ADMISSION - Sliding Scale - $10 - $20 (cash or Venmo)
21+
21+ // 6 PM // No Cover
No Requests Vurzez Series: Queens vs The Bay
The Vurzez Series returns with a heavyweight showdown between two iconic regions in hip-hop history—Queens vs The Bay.
Join DJ Ambush and DJ Klyph as they dig deep into the crates, spinning classic and underground joints from Queens, NY and the Bay Area, CA. From Nas to Mac Dre, LL to E-40, Mobb Deep to Hiero—expect a night of gritty bars, hyphy energy, and non-stop head-nods.
Strictly vibes. No requests.
Let the music speak—who you got?
21+ // 10 PM // $10 DoS
Carnevale Night at White Owl Social Club features 8Flat, DJ Ambush and DJ Storm JR bringing a night for cultures to come together and dance to the music. Come with energy and open ear.
So, JOIN ME in dancing, singing along, and "partying hardy" to songs you most likely know! Do it irreverently or sincerely - I don't care as long as you're there having fun and bonding with your community.
April is DJ Klyph’s birthday month, and we’re celebrating in true hip-hop fashion! No Requests returns with DJ Klyph and DJ Ambush on the decks, spinning nothing but golden era hip-hop—classic joints, deep cuts, and anthems that defined the culture. No requests, just pure vibes!
Come through, show love, and celebrate another year of music, community, and hip-hop excellence. Whether you’re a longtime supporter or new to the movement, this is one you don’t want to miss!
No cover!
Come celebrate Record Store Day at Mint Gallery Records (3912 N Mississippi Ave)! Live music will be going all day, including XRAY's own DJ Wednesday of Six Beats Under! Over 200 special limited edition RSD releases will also be available.
Join us for music, art, drinks & treats!
Join us on Sunday, March 23rd, from 6–9 PM at McMenamins White Eagle Saloon for a special edition of No Requests, celebrating the Ladies of Hip Hop!
DJ Ambush and DJ Klyph will be spinning classics and deep cuts from the women who’ve shaped the culture, bringing nothing but the real vibes. Plus, 503 Records will be in the building with a curated selection of vinyl for sale.
No cover, no requests—just great music and good energy. Pull up and celebrate with us!
No Requests: Dill La Soul – A Tribute to Dilla & De La Soul
DJ Ambush and DJ Klyph present a special edition of No Requests! Join them on Sunday, February 23rd, for Dill La Soul – a soulful tribute to the groundbreaking sounds of J Dilla and De La Soul.
📍 McMenamins White Eagle Saloon
📅 Sunday, February 23, 2025
🕕 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
🎟️ No Cover – Just good vibes and great music!
Spend the evening celebrating the legacy of two hip-hop icons with expertly curated sets by DJ Ambush and DJ Klyph. Whether you’re a longtime fan or discovering their genius for the first time, this is an event you won’t want to miss.
No Requests: The vibe is the focus. Come early and stay late!
"It's not a party, it's a vibe"
2 DJs | 4 Decks | No Requests
20 years of Runaway Productions—two decades of groundbreaking music, unforgettable performances, and a lasting impact on the culture. This special event takes place on Friday, February 21st, at Star Theater, bringing together some of the most influential artists, DJs, and supporters who have been part of the journey.
Expect an incredible night of live performances, DJ sets, and special guest appearances, all in honor of the legacy that Runaway Productions has built over the years. Whether you’ve been rocking with them from the beginning or just discovering the movement, this is a night you won’t want to miss.
Doors at 8 PM | 21+
Secure your spot and be part of history—let’s celebrate two decades of independent hustle, community, and culture!
We're Going to Dance and Have Some Fun!
Like
most DJ Action Slacks dance parties, this event is open to all
kind-hearted people, but is geared toward the Portland LGBTQmunity &
its allies.
TIME - 8 pm to the Midnight Hour
WHERE - The World Famous Kenton Club
ADMISSION - Sliding Scale - $10 - $20 (cash or Venmo)
21+
*Please be considerate to others and test for COVID prior to attending events, particularly because we don't know what the future holds in terms of health care in the coming months/years. THANKS
No Requests returns to McMenamins White Eagle Saloon for its January edition! Join DJ Ambush and DJ Klyph on Sunday, January 26th for an evening celebrating the golden era of Hip-Hop.
This monthly event is a curated experience for true Hip-Hop heads, honoring the sounds and culture that defined a generation. As always, there’s no cover, so come through and vibe with us in an intimate setting.
Supported by:
• McMenamins
• White Eagle Saloon
• Pac West Group
• JL25
Where: McMenamins White Eagle Saloon
When: Sunday, January 26th | Doors at 6 PM
Come early, grab a drink, and immerse yourself in the music that shaped the culture. This is No Requests!