On October 28, 2006 over 400 people came together to remember the life and death of James Chasse.

You can now listen to that memorial service in its entirety. Speaking are – Patricia Ross of First Congregational Church, John Paul Davis of First Congregational Church, Jim and Pamela Chasse, Linda Gerber (Jim’s mother), Mark Chasse, KT Kincaid, Eva Lake, Steve Doughton, X J Elliott, Mike Lastra, Avel Gordly, Beckie Child, Martin Gonzales, & Jason Renaud.

Jim’s Memorial – Part One
Jim’s Memorial – Part Two

READ – Remembering a gentle soul, pursuing justice, Oregonian, October 23, 2006
LISTEN – Nothing to Fear, a song for Jim Jim, by the Neo Boys – 1979
Neo Boys – Nothing To Fear (For Jim Jim)

The documentary film, Alien Boy: the Death and Life of James Chasse is a direct response to his memorial

Randy Moe: 1979

The Independent is pleased to present a group of poignant punk portraits by Randy Moe.

1979 – by Randy Moe (click through to see the show).

Known for his remarkable drawing skills, Randy Moe, like many of us, is a casual photographer. In the late 70s and early 80s he documented his friends of the burgeoning Punk Rock scene in Portland.

This particular exhibition is sourced from a single roll of Polaroid film all shot in 1979. Of the 12 photographs, 4 of the subjects have passed on – from drugs, from AIDS, from illness and from police brutality. Like the subjects, the portraits possess a rare veracity and authentic feel of the times.

Reception for the artist – First Thursday, November 3, 6 -9 PM.

Gallery Hours: Thursday through Saturday 12 – 6PM and by appointment. The Independent is located at 530 NW 12th, Portland, Oregon.