ANAHEIM, Calif. — Art Alexakis went from being flipped off on the highways of Portland, Oregon, for having California license plates to becoming the frontman of one of the city’s most notable rock bands.
After moving from Los Angeles to Portland and disbanding his previous project, Colorfinger, he searched for musicians to form a band one last time, noting that the music scene in Portland was not so friendly to newcomers, especially ones from California.
But Alexakis pressed on, finding local musicians to record a 12-track demo titled “World of Noise.” That recording paved the way for the formation of Everclear, which is now celebrating its 30th anniversary. The band is marking the milestone with shows at Rock & Brews at Yaamava’ Resort & Casino in Highland last week, The Whisky a Go Go in West Hollywood on Dec. 1 and two shows at Pappy & Harriet’s in Pioneertown on Dec. 2.
