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Blue Cranes is a Portland, Oregon-based musical project formed in 2007, known for its unique blend of modern jazz, indie-rock sensibilities, and exploratory improvisation. Core members include Reed Wallsmith, Joe Cunningham, Rebecca Sanborn, Jon Shaw, and Ji Tanzer. The band operates as a collaborative, evolving ensemble that defies traditional genre boundaries, often described as a jazz/not jazz project with wide-ranging influences. If you’re looking to secure seats for their next performance, you’ve got a guy who can help you navigate options and get you where you want to be.

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Below you’ll find a concise biography, discography highlights, and up-to-date touring information to help you plan your concert calendar around Blue Cranes’ dynamic live shows.

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Blue Cranes has received attention from local and broader press for its melodic composition and ensemble improvisation. Notable releases include the 2023 album My Only Secret (Jealous Butcher / Beacon Sound) and the 2021 collaborative Voices project featuring Portland vocalists such as Laura Gibson and Laura Veirs. The band maintains an active presence on social media, where updates and behind-the-scenes content flow through Instagram and Facebook. For venue details, daily show updates, and to secure tickets, we’ve got you covered with straightforward options and dependable service.

The essentials

Quick Facts About Blue Cranes

  • Formed in Portland, Oregon in 2007; core members are Reed Wallsmith, Joe Cunningham, Rebecca Sanborn, Jon Shaw, and Ji Tanzer.
  • Musical style blends modern jazz with indie-rock and exploratory improvisation; described as a 'jazz/not jazz' project with wide influences.
  • Discography (albums, most recent first): My Only Secret (2023, Jealous Butcher / Beacon Sound); Voices (2021, Blue Cranes Music); Swim (2013, Cuneiform Records); Observatories (2010, Blue Cranes Music); Homing Patterns (2008, Lift Music Flown Music); Lift Music! Flown Music! (2007, Lift Music Flown Music).
  • Voices (2021) is a landmark collaboration with multiple Portland vocalists (e.g., Laura Gibson, Edna Vazquez, Holland Andrews, Laura Veirs, Peter Broderick).
  • My Only Secret (2023) was a joint Jealous Butcher / Beacon Sound release with premium vinyl/CD options.
  • 2025 tour: Blue Cranes announced a 2025 show at St. Johns Music Fest (Havalina, Portland) on September 6, 2025.

The records

Blue Cranes Discography

  • My Only Secret
    2023 · Jealous Butcher Records / Beacon Sound
  • Voices
    2021 · Blue Cranes Music (self-released)
  • Swim
    2013 · Cuneiform Records
  • Observatories
    2010 · Blue Cranes Music (self-released)
  • Homing Patterns
    2008 · Self-released (Lift Music Flown Music)
  • Lift Music! Flown Music!
    2007 · Self-released (Lift Music Flown Music)

The hits

Top Blue Cranes Songs

  • Sloan
    2023 · N/A
  • Brave Little Girl
    2021 · N/A
  • Tatehuari
    2021 · N/A
  • Handbook Of The Dead
    2021 · N/A
  • Ursula
    2021 · N/A
  • The Back Steps
    2021 · N/A
  • Late Bloomer
    2021 · N/A
  • Raven
    2021 · N/A
  • I Forgive You
    2021 · N/A
  • Favorite Son
    2021 · N/A

Upcoming Tour Information

  • 2025: St. Johns Music Fest (Havalina, Portland) — September 6, 2025

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