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Wild Flag at the Doug Fir, Nov. 9. Windmills, leg kicks, noise, all done with a certain je ne sais quoi—these ladies renewed my faith in rock and roll.
—Mark Lore (Portland Mercury, thedaysoflore.com)

Definitely the Tender Loving Empire Birthday Party at the Wonder Ballroom. So many good bands and so much Portland love. I went with my sister and my mom and started the night by drinking a few of my favorite cocktails (the Bee's Knees) at the Secret Society. I ended the night half drunk, covered in confetti, sweat and happiness. It was pretty fucking rad.
—Sara Hernandez (The Angry Orts)

SWAAAAANS!!
—Dana Valatka (AU)

As you probably know by now—every day on End Hits this week, we're sharing the best songs, shows, and musical moments of the year, according to nearly 100 fine folks in Portland's rich music scene. This here is just a taste. Click on over to End Hits to see all of today's best musical moments of 2011.

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