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Next of Kin

Country and Classics

Home is Where the Heart Is

Who we are and what we do!

Next of Kin is a musical father/daughter-in-law duo with members Alan Mickelson and Lou Mickelson who really are next of kin. Next of Kin has been playing as a family band since July of 2014. Next of Kin brings tight harmonies, strong melodies, and memorable performances of songs that will cause listeners to pause and just enjoy! Lou plays guitar and mandolin while Alan plays an electric upright bass. Both share lead and harmony vocals. Next of Kin may be found at many different venues in the Willamette Valley, but locally at the Oregon Garden Fireside Lounge in Silverton as resident performers several times a month. Be sure and check back often here or on Facebook @follownextofkin; events are updated as they are booked!

As a family-friendly show, Next of Kin has performed at many community festivals and fund-raising events as well as clubs and county fairs. Spectators will hear acoustic arrangements of classic Country and Western tunes along with other favorites from the 20's through today. With songs from artists like Merle Haggard, Patsy Cline, Waylon Jennings, Anne Murray, Don Gibson, Emmylou Harris, and Linda Ronstadt just to name a few, this show is sure to bring smiles and enjoyment to the young and young at heart! 

Call or message today to schedule your event! And, be sure and check out the Testimonials tab!

Upcoming Events

Come see us! Here is where we're playing next. Scroll down for a list of all of our upcoming shows and historical archives.

12.12.24 – Oregon Garden Resort

895 W Main, Silverton, OR 97381
Fireside Lounge
7:00pm-10:00pm
12 Dec Thursday

12.13.24 – Mt Angel Towers

1 Towers Lane, Mt Angel, OR
Happy Hour
2:00pm-3:00pm
13 Dec Friday

12.15.24 – Battlecreek Commons

1823 Lexington Circle SE, Salem, OR 97306
House Party
2:00pm-4:00pm
15 Dec Sunday

12.19.24 – Battle Creek Memory Care

1805 Waln Dr SE, Salem, OR 97306
Next of Kin
2:30pm-3:30pm
19 Dec Thursday

12.20.24 – Boone Ridge Retirement

2990 Boone Rd SE, Salem, OR 97306
Next of Kin
4:00pm-5:00pm
20 Dec Friday

12.26.24 – Oregon Garden Resort

895 W Main, Silverton, OR 97381
Claude & Rosie Denton's 66th Anniversary Par-Tay!
7:00pm-10:00pm
26 Dec Thursday

12.27.24 – Prestige Senior Living

4795 Skyline Rd S, Salem, OR 97306
Next of Kin
3:00pm-4:00pm
27 Dec Friday

01.14.25 – Bonaventure

3411 Boone Rd SE, Salem, OR 97317
Next of Kin
3:30pm-4:30pm
14 Jan Tuesday

01.23.25 – Country Meadows

155 S Evergreen Rd, Woodburn, OR 97071
Next of Kin
3:00pm-4:00pm
23 Jan Thursday

01.24.25 – Prestige Senior Living

4795 Skyline Rd S, Salem, OR 97306
Next of Kin
3:00pm-4:00pm
24 Jan Friday

02.17.25 – Oregon Garden Resort

895 W Main, Silverton, OR 97381
Fireside Lounge
7:00pm-10:00pm
17 Feb Thursday

02.28.25 – Prestige Senior Living

4795 Skyline Rd S, Salem, OR 97306
Next of Kin
3:00pm-4:00pm
28 Feb Friday

03.14.25 – Country Meadows

155 S Evergreen Rd, Woodburn, OR 97071
Next of Kin
3:00pm-4:00pm
14 Mar Friday

03.20.25 – Bonaventure

3411 Boone Rd SE, Salem, OR 97317
Next of Kin
3:30pm-4:30pm
20 Mar Tuesday

03.23.25 – Battlecreek Commons

1823 Lexington Circle SE, Salem, OR 97306
House Party
2:00pm-4:00pm
23 Mar Sunday

03.27.25 – Oregon Garden Resort

895 W Main, Silverton, OR 97381
Fireside Lounge
7:00pm-10:00pm
27 Mar Thursday

03.28.25 – Prestige Senior Living

4795 Skyline Rd S, Salem, OR 97306
Next of Kin
3:00pm-4:00pm
28 Mar Friday

04.24.25 – Oregon Garden Resort

895 W Main, Silverton, OR 97381
Fireside Lounge
7:00pm-10:00pm
24 Apr Thursday

04.25.25 – Prestige Senior Living

4795 Skyline Rd S, Salem, OR 97306
Next of Kin
3:00pm-4:00pm
25 Apr Friday

05.15.25 – Bonaventure

3411 Boone Rd SE, Salem, OR 97317
Next of Kin
3:30pm-4:30pm
15 May Tuesday

05.22.25 – Oregon Garden Resort

895 W Main, Silverton, OR 97381
Fireside Lounge
7:00pm-10:00pm
22 May Thursday

05.30.25 – Prestige Senior Living

4795 Skyline Rd S, Salem, OR 97306
Next of Kin
3:00pm-4:00pm
30 May Friday

06.26.25 – Oregon Garden Resort

895 W Main, Silverton, OR 97381
Fireside Lounge
7:00pm-10:00pm
26 Jun Thursday

06.27.25 – Prestige Senior Living

4795 Skyline Rd S, Salem, OR 97306
Next of Kin
3:00pm-4:00pm
27 Jun Friday

07.17.25 – Springs at Willow Creek

4398 Glencoe St NE, Salem, OR 97301
Boot Scootin' BBQ
12:00pm-1:00pm
17 Jul Thursday

07.24.25 – Oregon Garden Resort

895 W Main, Silverton, OR 97381
Fireside Lounge
7:00pm-10:00pm
24 Jul Thursday

07.25.25 – Prestige Senior Living

4795 Skyline Rd S, Salem, OR 97306
Next of Kin
3:00pm-4:00pm
25 Jul Friday

07.31.25 – Country Meadows

155 S Evergreen Rd, Woodburn, OR 97071
Next of Kin
3:00pm-4:00pm
31 Jul Thursday

09.11.25 – Country Meadows

155 S Evergreen Rd, Woodburn, OR 97071
Next of Kin
3:00pm-4:00pm
11 Sep Thursday

11.20.25 – Country Meadows

155 S Evergreen Rd, Woodburn, OR 97071
Next of Kin
3:00pm-4:00pm
20 Nov Thursday

2025 Schedule

 

Jan 14, Tue: 3:30p-4:30p. Bonaventure of Salem, Salem, OR

Jan 23, Thu: 3:00p-4:00p. Country Meadows, Woodburn, OR

Jan 24, Fri: 3:00p-4:00p. Prestige Senior Living, Salem, OR

Feb 27, Thu: 7:00p-10:00p. Oregon Garden Resort-Fireside Lounge, Silverton, OR

Feb 28, Fri: 3:00p-4:00p. Prestige Senior Living, Salem, OR

Mar 14, Fri: 3:00p-4:00p. Country Meadows, Woodburn, OR

Mar 20, Tue: 3:30p-4:30p. Bonaventure of Salem, Salem, OR

Mar 23, Sun: 2:00p-4:00p. Battlecreek Commons House Party, Salem, OR

Mar 27, Thu: 7:00p-10:00p. Oregon Garden Resort-Fireside Lounge, Silverton, OR

Mar 28, Fri: 3:00p-4:00p. Prestige Senior Living, Salem, OR

Apr 24, Thu: 7:00p-10:00p. Oregon Garden Resort-Fireside Lounge, Silverton, OR

Apr 25, Fri: 3:00p-4:00p. Prestige Senior Living, Salem, OR

May 15, Tue: 3:30p-4:30p. Bonaventure of Salem, Salem, OR

May 22, Thu: 7:00p-10:00p. Oregon Garden Resort-Fireside Lounge, Silverton, OR

May 30, Fri: 3:00p-4:00p. Prestige Senior Living, Salem, OR

Jun 26, Thu: 7:00p-10:00p. Oregon Garden Resort-Fireside Lounge, Silverton, OR

Jun 27, Fri: 3:00p-4:00p. Prestige Senior Living, Salem, OR

Jul 17, Thu: 12:00p-1:00p. Springs at Willow Creek, Salem, OR

Jul 24, Thu: 7:00p-10:00p. Oregon Garden Resort-Fireside Lounge, Silverton, OR

Jul 25, Fri: 3:00p-4:00p. Prestige Senior Living, Salem, OR

Jul 31, Thu: 3:00p-4:00p. Country Meadows, Woodburn, OR

Sep 11, Thu: 3:00p-4:00p. Country Meadows, Woodburn, OR

Nov 20, Thu: 3:00p-4:00p. Country Meadows, Woodburn, OR

 

2024 Schedule

 

Dec 12, Thu: 7:00p-10:00p. Oregon Garden Resort-Fireside Lounge, Silverton, OR

Dec 13, Fri: 2:00p-3:00p. Mt Angel Towers, Mt Angel, OR

Dec 15, Sun: 2:00p-4:00p. Battlecreek Commons House Party, Salem, OR

Dec 19, Fri: 2:30p-3:30p. Battle Creek Memory Care, Salem, OR

Dec 20, Fri: 4:00p-5:00p. Boone Ridge Retirement Community, Salem, OR

Dec 26, Thu: 7:00p-10:00p. Oregon Garden Resort-Fireside Lounge, Silverton, OR

Dec 27, Fri: 3:00p-4:00p. Prestige Senior Living Southern, Salem, OR

 

2024 Archive

 

87. Dec 7, Thu: 7:00p-10:00p. Oregon Garden Resort-Fireside Lounge, Silverton, OR

86. Dec 6, Fri: 8:00p-10:00p. Angel’s Share Barrel House, Turner, OR

85. Dec 4, Wed: 6:15p-7:15p. The Springs at Lancaster Village, Salem, OR

       Nov 29, Fri: 3:00p-4:00p. Prestige Senior Living Southern, Salem, OR – CANCELLED

84. Nov 21, Thu: 7:00p-10:00p. Oregon Garden Resort-Fireside Lounge, Silverton, OR

83. Nov 21, Sat: 3:00p-4:00p. Battle Creek Memory Care, Salem, OR

82. Nov 20, Fri: 3:00p-4:00p. Dallas Retirement Village, Dallas, OR

81. Nov 15, Fri: 4:00p-5:00p. Boone Ridge Retirement Community, Salem, OR

80. Nov 14, Thu: 3:00p-4:00p. Country Meadows, Woodburn, OR

79. Nov 8, Fri: 2:00p-3:00p. Mt Angel Towers, Mt Angel, OR

78. Nov 7, Thu: 7:00p-10:00p. Oregon Garden Resort-Fireside Lounge, Silverton, OR

77. Nov 3, Sun: 2:30p-3:30p. Marian Estates, Sublimity, OR

76. Oct 29, Tue: 2:00p-4:00p. Jennings McCall, Forest Grove, OR

75. Oct 24, Thu: 7:00p-10:00p. Oregon Garden Resort-Fireside Lounge, Silverton, OR

74. Oct 18, Fri: 4:00p-5:00p. Boone Ridge Retirement Center, Salem, OR

73. Oct 16, Wed: 3:30p-4:30p. Bonaventure of Salem, Salem, OR

72. Oct 11, Fri: 3:00p-4:00p. Prestige Senior Living Southern, Salem, OR

71. Oct 10, Thu: 7:00p-10:00p. Oregon Garden Resort-Fireside Lounge, Silverton, OR

70. Oct 10, Thu: 7:00p-10:00p. Oregon Garden Resort-Fireside Lounge, Silverton, OR

69. Oct 5, Sat: 12:00p-12:45p. Silverton Sidewalk Shindig, Orleans Ally (the ally behind Main Street Bistro), Silverton, OR

68. Sep 27, Fri: 2:30p-3:30p. Battle Creek Memory Care, Salem, OR

67. Sep 26, Thu: 7:00p-10:00p. Oregon Garden Resort-Fireside Lounge, Silverton, OR

66. Sep 25, Wed: 6:15p-7:15p. The Springs at Lancaster Village, Salem, OR

65. Sep 21, Sat: 1:00p-4:00p. Paralyzed Veterans Tri-State, Spirit Mountain, Grand Ronde, OR

64. Sep 21, Sat: 1:00p-4:00p. Paralyzed Veterans Tri-State, Spirit Mountain, Grand Ronde, OR

63. Sep 20, Fri: 4:00p-5:00p. Boone Ridge Retirement Community, Salem, OR

62. Sep 19, Thu: 7:00p-10:00p. Oregon Garden Resort-Fireside Lounge, Silverton, OR

61. Sep 15, Sun: 2:00p-4:30p. Battlecreek Commons House Party, Salem, OR

60. Sep 13, Fri: 3:00p-4:00p. Prestige Senior Living Southern, Salem, OR

59. Sep 6, Fri: 6:00p-7:00p. Mt Angel Towers (on the lawn), Mt Angel, OR

58. Sep 5, Thu: 3:00p-4:00p. Country Meadows, Woodburn, OR

57. Aug 31, Sat: 8:00p-11:00p. Oregon Garden Resort-Fireside Lounge, Silverton, OR

56. Aug 29, Thu: 7:00p-10:00p. Oregon Garden Resort-Fireside Lounge, Silverton, OR

55. Aug 27, Tue: 2:30p-4:30p. Oregon State Fair (Garden Stage, by the Green Gate Entrance), Salem, OR

54. Aug 23, Fri: 3:00p-4:00p. Prestige Senior Living Southern, Salem, OR

53. Aug 21, Wed: 1:00p-3:00p. Jennings McCall, Forest Grove, OR

52. Aug 16, Fri: 4:00p-5:00p. Boone Ridge Retirement Center, Salem, OR

51. Aug 15, Thu: 7:00p-10:00p. Oregon Garden Resort-Fireside Lounge, Silverton, OR

50. Aug 14, Wed: 2:00p-3:00p. Clackamas County Fair, Canby, OR

49. Aug 14, Wed: 12:00p-1:00p. Clackamas County Fair, Canby, OR

48. Jul 26, Fri: 2:30p-3:30p. Battle Creek Memory Care, Salem, OR

47. Jul 25, Thu: 7:00p-10:00p. Oregon Garden Resort-Fireside Lounge, Silverton, OR

46. Jul 23, Tue: 4:00p-6:00p. Boone Ridge Senior Living, Salem, OR

45. Jul 23, Tue: 1:00p-2:00p. Oregon Veterans Home of Lebanon, Lebanon, OR

44. Jul 22, Wed: 2:30p-3:30p. Homewoods on the Willamette, Portland, OR

43. Jul 19, Fri: 2:00p-3:00p. Mt Angel Towers, Mt Angel, OR

42. Jul 17, Wed: 4:00p-6:00p. The Springs at Lancaster Village, Salem, OR

41. Jul 13, Sat: 10:30a-11:30a. Marion County Fair, Salem, OR

40. Jul 12, Fri: 3:00p-4:00p. Prestige Senior Living Southern, Salem, OR

39. Jul 11, Thu: 7:00p-10:00p. Oregon Garden Resort-Fireside Lounge, Silverton, OR

38. Jun 28, Fri: 2:30p-3:30p. Keizer Ridge Retirement Center, Keizer, OR

37. Jun 26, Wed: 2:30p-3:30p. The Springs at Lancaster Village, Salem, OR

36. Jun 21, Fri: 4:00p-5:00p. Boone Ridge Retirement Community, Salem, OR

35. Jun 20, Thu: 7:00p-10:00p. Oregon Garden Resort-Fireside Lounge, Silverton, OR

34. Jun 20, Thu: 12:00p-1:00p. The Springs at Willowcreek, Salem, OR

33. Jun 19, Wed: 4:00p-5:00p. The Springs at Sunnyview, Salem, OR

32. Jun 14, Fri: 3:00p-4:00p. Country Meadows, Woodburn, OR

31. Jun 13, Thu: 2:00p-3:00p. Arbor Ridge Assisted Living, Vancouver, WA

30. Jun 12, Wed: 1:00p-2:00p. Dallas Retirement Village, Dallas, OR

29. Jun 9, Sun: 1:00p-4:00p. McMinnville Grange, McMinnville, OR

28. Jun 6, Thu: 7:00p-10:00p. Oregon Garden Resort-Fireside Lounge, Silverton, OR

27. May 31, Fri: 3:00p-4:00p. Prestige Senior Living Southern, Salem, OR

26. May 21, Tue: 2:30p-3:30p. The Springs Lancaster Village, Salem, OR

25. May 17, Fri: 4:00p-5:00p. Boone Ridge Retirement Community, Salem, OR

       May 10, Fri: 2:00p-3:00p. Mt Angel Towers, Mt Angel, OR-to be rescheduled

24. May 3, Fri: 2:30p-3:30p. Battle Creek Memory Care, Salem, OR

23. May 2, Thu: 3:00p-4:00p. Country Meadows, Woodburn, OR

22. Apr 26, Fri: 6:00p-9:00p. RedGate Winery, Independence, OR

21. Apr 19, Fri: 8:00p-11:00p. Oregon Garden Resort-Fireside Lounge, Silverton, OR

20. Apr 18, Thu: 7:00p-10:00p. Oregon Garden Resort-Fireside Lounge, Silverton, OR

19. Apr 12, Fri: 2:00p-3:00p. Oregon Veterans Home of Lebanon, Lebanon, OR

18. Apr 10, Fri: 4:00p-5:00p. Boone Ridge Retirement Community Open House, Salem, OR

17. Mar 22, Fri: 8:00p-11:00p. Oregon Garden Resort-Fireside Lounge, Silverton, OR

16. Mar 21, Thu: 7:00p-10:00p. Oregon Garden Resort-Fireside Lounge, Silverton, OR

15. Mar 15, Fri: 4:00p-5:00p. Boone Ridge Retirement Community, Salem, OR

14. Mar 9, Sat: 2:00p-3:00p. Mt Angel Towers, Mt Angel, OR

13. Mar 8, Fri: 2:30p-3:30p. Keizer Ridge Retirement Center, Keizer, OR

12. Mar 2, Sat: 5:00p-9:00p. Private Party (Miley 50th Anniversary)-Union Hill Grange, Sublimity, OR

11. Mar 1, Fri: 2:30p-3:30p. Battle Creek Memory Care, Salem, OR

10. Feb 25, Sun: 1:00p-4:00p. McMinnville Grange, McMinnville, OR

9. Feb 23, Fri: 8:00p-11:00p. Oregon Garden Resort-Fireside Lounge, Silverton, OR

8. Feb 22, Thu: 7:00p-10:00p. Oregon Garden Resort-Fireside Lounge, Silverton, OR

7. Jan 27, Sat: 2:00p-3:00p. Mt Angel Towers, Mt Angel, OR

6. Jan 26, Fri: 2:30p-3:30p. Battle Creek Memory Care, Salem, OR

5. Jan 25, Thu: 7:00p-10:00p. Oregon Garden Resort-Fireside Lounge, Silverton, OR

4. Jan 24, Wed: 7:00p-10:00p. Oregon Garden Resort-Fireside Lounge, Silverton, OR

3. Jan 20, Sat: 4:00p-5:00p. Boone Ridge Retirement Community, Salem, OR

2. Jan 12, Fri: 3:00p-4:00p. Prestige Senior Living, Salem, OR

1. Jan 7, Sun: 1:00p-4:00p. McMinnville Grange, McMinnville, OR

Testimonials

Check out what people are saying about us!

"Ok, Silverton Shindig fans! This woman singing behind Main Street Bistro in the alley? Incredible. Awesome voice. 12:30 p.m. classics and country. Wow! They were terrific. I was working and our shop backs up to the alley. I paid attention when they did Rocky Mountain High, but when she belted out Patsy Cline's 'Leaving on Your Mind,' I was in love." (It was actually Take Me Home Country Roads, but we might add that one!). Thank you for your kind words, Dixon. 🙂

Cindy S. Oregon Garden Resort Fireside Lounge
"We went to Oregon Garden last night and watched Next of Kin. We were so wowed! They were amazing. Loved the “old” country. If you haven’t seen them, you are missing out. Both Lou and Alan were so nice and personable."

"It's always special to me to get to hear y'all and listen to those wonderful songs of yesteryear echoing against the buildings once again. It takes me back in time to something beautiful!"

"Thank you so much for being a part of our 33rd Annual Rendezvous fundraiser. It was a wonderful evening and we have had nothing but great remarks about your music. Our guests enjoyed dancing and we were happy to see many of them continued to linger following the main event.  Your selections were fantastic, and it was great working with both of you."

Penny B. Oregon Garden Resort, Fireside Lounge
"Another enjoyable evening listening to Alan and Lou, Next of Kin, at the Oregon Gardens Fireside Lounge. Exceptional performance. Their music selection reminds us of songs we listened to from years past and their tidbits of who wrote and sang them gave background of the song’s popularity. The interjection of humor into the evening caused good laughter of the audience. Thanks, you two for another time for Norm and I to have a great evening listening to many of our favorite songs. Looking forward to next month. Same place same time! Penny"
Lynne Rice Oregon Garden Resort Fireside Lounge
"Next of Kin is an upbeat, back home country band. The two of them together, Alan and Lou, blend wonderfully together. They have a wide variety of music and are always very entertaining. They also get very involved with the crowd. They bring back a lot of the old country tunes that time has forgotten and their expertise on their instruments shows the years of experience they have in the music industry. They get involved with the crowd when they are on the stage, and when they are on their break, they mingle thru and visit with the people who have come to enjoy their music. Alan and Lou are very good at making an enjoyable, relaxing, easy listening, comical at times, wonderful night of entertainment. The Oregon Garden Fireside Lounge has enjoyed their music for six years this coming August. In my opinion, you can't go wrong with Next of Kin!!"
Shari M. Spectator, Fan

"So enjoyed meeting you guys at the Gardens! Such a great show, we thoroughly enjoyed the evening hanging out and listening to you. You guys' not only sound wonderful, but loved the joking and stories in between. I look forward to seeing you again. :)"

Marti E Vancouver Pointe

"'Next of Kin' gave a great performance yesterday. You sounded great and dressed well for the occasion, too! I've been receiving a lot of favorable feedback from residents, and it would be great to have you return for another big event. I'll keep Next of Kin in mind as we look at fall and winter event scheduling."

Donna B. Marion County Fair

"They should be in Nashville making recordings...saw today at the fair... beautiful/awesome! Wish I had some recordings!"

Stephen S. Spectator, Fan

"Alan and Lou have an ease, an unforced, authentic ease with their music and with their audience. Accomplished musicians and singers that leave you with the impression that they could hold their own in other genres, but have chosen their niche like people choose a familiar camping spot, or a favorite couch next to the fire. And the sheer smooth talent of Lou's vocals add the undeniable finishing touch to the draw of this wonderful Northwest duo."

Jan H. Spectator, Fan

"For my Mom's 80th open house birthday party I researched groups that were kind and patient toward elder folks & little ones, had clear heartfelt singing voices, were interactive with their audience, were open to singing song choices specifically of my Mom's liking and who were approachable. I went to observe them at one of their gig's...Next of Kin had it all!  They were fantastic! I hired them on the spot!  At the 80th birthday party many guest stayed well past the buffet/dessert time because they said Next of Kin was so beautiful and mesmerizing to listen too.  People danced!  My guests and caterer asked and received Next of Kin's contact information. Next of Kin were on time and the sound system and clarity of their voices was great!  Next time I have a party they are the one's I'll call!  I highly recommend them!  Thank you Next of Kin for the special feeling you added to this happy occasion for my Mom!  Sincerely, Jan H."

Author, William Burt http://www.Greencloaks.com; Spectator, fan

"Their sound is perfect, as far as I am concerned. Lou's voice sounds like Anne Murray's, if that's possible. Alan is great on the bass violin. I can't say enough good things about them. I've checked out their website and will be at their July 4 performance. I've never liked or followed a band on Facebook before, let alone reviewed one, but I've made a big, big exception in this case! You've gotta hear this band, which definitely deserves greater exposure."

Jessica J. Life Enrichment Director, The Springs Living

"It was terrific having you perform for our community, and I had a ton of positive feedback from the audience as well as the staff. The residents also mentioned that your performance was very engaging and they can't wait to have you back!"

Penny B. Spectator, Fan

"We have heard Next of Kin a number of times and enjoy their choice of music. Easy to listen to and also dance to. We have enjoyed songs that take us back to our more youthful days, some fun sing-a-longs, and more modern selections, too. We always come away fully entertained. Looking forward to a full weekend of listening pleasure as we are going to see them at Chinook Winds to get our music fix!"

The ALS Association Oregon & SW Washington Chapter Ride to Defeat ALS Benefit

"Next of Kin was truly a remarkable band to work with and added to the overall success of our event, Ride to Defeat ALS, benefitting The ALS Association Oregon and SW Washington Chapter! We heard such positive feedback from multiple participants throughout the day that enjoyed Next of Kin, and complimented their professionalism, playlist, and overall quality. We plan on using Next of Kin again and would highly recommend them for any family friendly event."

Ashley R., Community Relations Director Pacifica Senior Living McMinnville
Speaking of the Next of Kin duo show: "I cannot thank you enough for coming to perform for our elders last night. Everyone is still talking about the great time we had last night! Even with our elders who have Alzheimer's and Dementia, they still can enjoy life to the fullest, and having great music to sing and dance to, that makes it all the better! We will definitely have you back, and I will recommend you to anyone who needs music played! Let's keep in touch, and I would love to have you come play again soon!"
Maxine R. Spectator, Fan

"Loved seeing you today at Skamania Lodge! You are amazing and yes, Happy Music for sure. I'm so glad we came today and enjoyed the perfect afternoon, thanks to you. 🙂 Your performance was golden!"

 

Linda R. Country Meadows Village, Life Enrichment Director

Speaking of the Next of Kin, a musical duo show and the Next of Kin, feat. Trent Baarspul show:

“Next of Kin” is a fabulously entertaining band and we love to have them come to Country Meadows Village. They not only play fun music but they put on a real show. I highly recommend them to anyone who needs a professional and entertaining country and classic band. I give “Next of Kin” 5 stars!"

From a Fan!

Vern Holmquist, "The Ol' Curmudgeon," Our Town Magazine Davenport Place

Speaking of Next of Kin, a musical duo show:

"If you long to hear the melody and understand the words, then chances are you will enjoy listening to "NEXT OF KIN" playing those oldies but goodies that have survived the test of time!"

Shauna T., Activity Director Parkland Village

"Parkland Village Retirement would like to give a HUGE thank you to “Next of Kin.” I had them perform for our Western Theme Father’s Day BBQ and they were AMAZING!!! They nail the Country Classics and their talent is outstanding. This was the first time I have had them play for us at Parkland Village and our residents were going up to them afterwards praising them and asking them to come back again. I have had “Next of Kin” perform in the past for some of my events outside of Parkland Village and I would highly recommend them for any event. We will be having them back again soon!"

Stefanie A., Stage Management SFAF 2015 Silverton Fine Arts Festival

"Dear NoK: What fun to experience your group again at the Silverton Fine Arts Festival on Saturday, August 15, 2015. Your performance as always was enjoyed by all who heard it! Keep up the great harmonies and musicality!"

 

Sherrie H., Activity Director Mt Angel Towers

"I have hired many entertainers in the last 13 years, but I have to say that Next of Kin is one of my favorites and one of the best groups around. They are professional, good with the audience, and can play all kinds of music. I recommend them for any event you might have."

 

Hillary B. Dallas Retirement Village

Speaking of Next of Kin, a musical duo show:

"It was FABULOUS!!!!"

 

Jamie B. Silver Spur RV Park

"You guys were amazing as always!"

 

 

Susan C. NorthWest Place

Speaking of Next of Kin, a musical duo show:

 

"Thank you for performing for us at our Halloween party, residents had nothing but great things to say about your music! We had such a lovely time, it made the evening. We look forward to having you perform here in the future at NorthWest Place."

Rebekah C. Jennings McCall

"We just finished up a performance with Next of Kin at our facility. This is the first time we have had them here, and many of our residents really enjoyed their program. One of our residents commented that they were the best entertainers we've ever had. So, I will continue to hire Next of Kin for sure!"

 

Stefanie A., Stage Management SFAF 2014 Silverton Fine Arts Festival

"Dear Friends: It was so good to be able to book your musical act to perform at the Silverton Fine Arts Festival. Each one of you played exceptionally well and comments from the audience and festival committee were very positive. Your great original music was also high on the list and standards were rendered with respect and class! Bravo and Brava to all!"

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About Us

Next of Kin is a musical duo with members Alan Mickelson and Lou Mickelson, Alan’s daughter-in-law. Alan and Lou have been playing in various bands since the 60’s and 80’s, respectively, but have been playing as Next of Kin since July of 2014.

 

 Meet the Band Members

Lou Mickelson

Vocals, Guitar, and Mandolin

Lou's day job is that of Department Manager Systems and Inventory Control with a major drug supply chain. Lou connected with music at a very young age, listening to her family's record collection through headphones while lying on the living room floor. She found her voice publicly in her early teens when she sang All I Have to Do is Dream at the local pizza parlor open mic night, singing in a small vocal group at church camp, and later the church choir. Taking an interest in her dad's beat up guitar, she began playing in high school, taking a lesson or two from her pastor. While attending L.A. Baptist College, she played with two different bands, Heavenbound and Two of a Kind. She is married to Alan's son, Marc and the couple have two daughters, a son, three dogs, and many fish. They reside in Silverton, OR.

Alan Mickelson

Vocals and bass

Alan has lived in the Silverton, Oregon community for 32+ years. He completed nine years as a board member, including one year as Vice President, and an unprecedented six years as President of the Silverton Senior Center. He has an extensive business background as a General/Sales Manager and business owner/manager. Additionally, he has a political background as a former elected City Councilman, then elected Mayor of the City of Tigard, Oregon. He has been a professional musician and entertainer for many years and began his music career in high school playing guitar with several buddies in a band they labeled, "The Kopy Kats." This current band, “Next of Kin” he says is "keeping me going!" With his wife Pat, they have one son, one daughter-in-law, two daughters, three grandchildren, three cats, and several fish. "Yep, life’s been good!"

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