SEATTLE, WA
Sun, Nov 15, 2026
Presented by East | West
Seattle has long been a city where underground culture shapes the mainstream. Here you'll find legendary music venues, independent record stores, iconic coffeehouses, historic neighborhoods, and the creative spaces that helped launch generations of artists. From the grunge explosion to today's thriving independent arts scene, Seattle remains a gathering place for musicians, storytellers, and innovators who challenge convention. Surrounded by water, mountains, and a rich cultural history, Seattle provides the perfect backdrop for exploring the hidden stories, creative spaces, and enduring spirit of the Pacific Northwest underground.
Our Films for the night
Song of Sunset: Underground features two original short documentaries exploring hidden histories, legendary creative spaces, and the people preserving stories that might otherwise disappear.
Song of Sunset: Seattle Underground
Unlike a traditional concert or film festival, Song of Sunset brings together music, history, storytelling, and community in an intimate setting designed to create meaningful connections.
It's a chance to discover the underground stories and sounds of the Pacific Northwest while experiencing one of the region's most beloved destinations.
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Song of Sunset: Seattle Underground
Rabbit Box Theatre | Seattle, Washington
Sunday, November 15, 2026
4:00 PM–8:00 PMA one-night Seattle gathering where live music, independent film, and Pacific Northwest storytelling converge. Experience original short documentaries, live conversations, and intimate performances celebrating the hidden histories, handmade creative spaces, and independent artists that continue to shape the region’s cultural identity.
4:00 PM — Doors Open
Arrive early to grab a drink, meet the filmmakers and musicians, and settle into one of Seattle’s most intimate creative spaces for an afternoon of film, conversation, and live music.
4:30 PM — Welcome and Opening Remarks
Ghost of Brian Craig introduces Song of Sunset: Seattle Underground, the featured films and artists, and the vision behind bringing this live cinema and music experience to Seattle.
4:40 PM — Ghost of Brian Craig: Opening Showcase
An intimate acoustic performance combining original songwriting, guitar, harmonica, and personal storytelling.
5:10 PM — Cosmic Heirloom: Buried 400 Years
Winner of Best Short Documentary at the 2026 Oregon Short Film Festival: a short documentary exploring the forgotten history of psilocybin—from ancient traditions and cultural suppression to its modern scientific rediscovery.
5:30 PM — Live Film Conversation
The filmmakers and special guests discuss history, culture, documentary storytelling, and the process of bringing overlooked stories to the screen.
5:55 PM — Ghost of Brian Craig: Second Showcase
A second songwriter experience connecting the films, personal stories, and creative themes running throughout the afternoon.
6:20 PM — Salvaged Reverb: Inside the Legendary Robert Lang Studios
Journey inside Robert Lang Studios, the legendary handmade recording space connected to generations of Pacific Northwest music. Through firsthand stories, artifacts, and sound, discover how an ordinary home became an enduring creative landmark.
6:40 PM — Live Film Conversation
A discussion exploring Seattle music mythology, analog recording culture, independent creative spaces, and the people who preserve artistic communities long after the spotlight fades.
7:00 PM — Johnny Bourbon Short Documentary
A short-film introduction to Johnny Bourbon, his music, and the story behind the artist taking the stage for the evening’s closing performance.
7:10 PM — Johnny Bourbon: Closing Music Showcase
Johnny Bourbon closes Song of Sunset: Seattle Underground with an intimate 45-minute performance celebrating original music, independent creativity, and the enduring spirit of Seattle’s artistic community.
7:55 PM — Closing Remarks
A final thank-you to the artists, filmmakers, partners, Rabbit Box Theatre, and everyone helping bring Song of Sunset to Seattle.
8:00 PM — Event Concludes
PRESENTED BY EAST | WEST
East | West is a golf, social and wellness club in Seattle: a place for work, play, health and conversation, designed to become part of your everyday routine.
Thank you to East | West for presenting Song of Sunset: Seattle Underground.
SEATTLE SHOW SPONSORS
Song of Sunset: Seattle Underground is presented by East | West, with support from our Seattle show sponsors:
Salt & Cedar Sauna — handcrafted, non-toxic cedar saunas, delivered and installed across Seattle and Portland.
Offset Ciderworks — off-dry craft ciders made from Washington-grown apples and pears.
