Bubba Sparxxx at Ponderosa Lounge & Grill – Portland, OR

Bubba Sparxxx shook up the hip-hop scene in 2001 with his debut single “Ugly,” featuring production that became a trademark for Timbaland. Initially thought to be just another Dirty South rapper, Sparxxx stunned the public when his face appeared on MTV, revealing him as a large, white rapper from rural Georgia. His unique background, growing up on a dirt road with limited exposure to hip-hop, made him an anomaly in the industry. Introduced to rap through a Black neighbor, Sparxxx gravitated toward early-’90s West Coast gangsta rap and Atlanta’s emerging scene. After a short stint in football and college, he pursued rap seriously and caught the attention of producer Shannon Houchins. His indie release Dark Days, Bright Nights gained traction, leading to a major label deal and the breakthrough success of “Ugly.” Sparxxx’s follow-up album Deliverance earned critical praise but failed commercially, leading him to a partnership with OutKast’s Big Boi. His career continued with The Charm (2006), Pain Management (2013), and Made on McCosh Mill Road (2014), showcasing his evolving style from introspective to party-driven tracks.

Get more info on Bubba Sparxxx by visiting his Facebook page!

Come early for a Home Cooked Meal! — Dine in at The Cascade Grill

Enjoy a hot, home-style dinner before the big show! With all-day breakfast, mountain-sized nachos, and mouth-watering burgers, The Cascade Grill has something for everyone to enjoy before the big show!

We encourage all our concert attendees to order off the full menu at the Cascade Grill before entering for the show!

See our menu here and learn more about The Cascade Grill!

Take the elevator home — stay at The Portlander Inn

Why worry about how you’re getting home when you can stay at our on-site hotel? The Portlander Inn welcomes you to Portland with the cozy feel of a true Northwest lodge. All 100 guest rooms offer refrigerators, microwave ovens, coffee pots, free wireless internet, direct-dial phones with voicemail and televisions with complimentary HBO and Showtime premium channels. Learn more and book your room here.

Event Policies:

ALL PURCHASES ON TICKETS ARE FINAL. There are NO REFUNDS and NO TRANSFERS of tickets with the exception of event cancellations.

Support acts are subject to change.

No re-entry permitted.

21+ event.

If a ticket type is not sold out, there are always tickets available to purchase at the door on the day of the concert.

Questions? Check out the FAQs on the Ponderosa website for answers to the most common questions.