Ursa and the Major Key with State Birds and Cooney Thatcher at [the square]

Join us as we welcome Ursa and the Major Key to Portland, on tour from Plattsburgh, NY – supported by State Birds and Cooney Thatcher
About this Event

Presented by
34 Preble Street
Saturday, July 18
6PM music / 5:30PM doors
$10 / ALL AGES

is an indie/psychedelic rock band from Plattsburgh, NY. Their latest single, All I Want Is Your Love, is out now on Cricket Records. The band’s latest release mixes a distinct retro soul vibe with their signature lush sound. The upbeat and romantic song takes equal influence from artists like Curtis Mayfield and Curtis Harding as it does from a band like TOPS. The band has cultivated a 60s and 70s inspired sound in much of their music that pays clear homage to their influences, and this track is no exception. Their debut album, Daytime/Nighttime, is also out now on Cricket Records. The album showcases an eclectic blend of influences filtered through the lens of indie and psychedelic rock.

was founded as the songwriting project of DJ Nelson (drummer of Portland act Little Oso) in 2024. In 2026, Nelson expanded and brought on Daniel Juergens ( Slow Haste) and Summer Gozum (Low Wick) to interpret songs from his eponymous release and develop new material for future recording & performance.