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Month: March 2014

Johnny Winter California Rocker
By DONNA BALANCIA

Johnny Winter Interview: Guitar Great is ‘Just Having Fun Again’

March 30, 2014 News Comments Off on Johnny Winter Interview: Guitar Great is ‘Just Having Fun Again’

By DONNA BALANCIA Oct. 13, 2013 – Johnny Winter has learned to become a great teacher — and a student — of time’s lessons. “I never knew my career would last this long, but I […]

Lake Street Dive's Rachel Price has a voice that sets the standard - Photo © 2018 Donna Balancia
East Coast Rocker®

Lake Street Dive and The Congress Pack the House at The Hotel Cafe

March 22, 2014 News Comments Off on Lake Street Dive and The Congress Pack the House at The Hotel Cafe

By BOB BUSBY LOS ANGELES – On a recent memorable evening Lake Street Dive, the jazz foundation-turned-R&B Pop quintet, led by power siren Rachael Price, delivered a fabulous smile-inducing performance to a sold out audience […]

Reviews

Beck’s Moon Phase: Exquisite in its Originality and Quality

March 18, 2014 News 1

By BOB BUSBY — LOS ANGELES — It’s rare for a new album to immediately captivate, compelling to be listened to. Moon Phase, the exquisite latest from the eclectic musician Beck does just that and […]

Stevie Salas California Rocker
Musicians

How Rock Stars Pick Their Guitars: Stevie Salas

March 13, 2014 News Comments Off on How Rock Stars Pick Their Guitars: Stevie Salas

By DONNA BALANCIA — Stevie Salas has worked with world-class musicians but stays true to his humble Southern California roots. He was selected to play guitar for Mick Jagger, has toured with Rod Stewart and […]

Dick Dale California Rocker
Musicians

Music is Medicine for ‘King of the Surf Guitar’

March 3, 2014 News Comments Off on Music is Medicine for ‘King of the Surf Guitar’

By DONNA BALANCIA — SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO — For The King of the Surf Guitar, music is the medicine. “I have to perform to stay alive,” said Dick Dale, whose trademark surf sound defined a […]

Classic US Rocker Reviews

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    The Shrine Rocks The Echo With Wild Release Party
    December 10, 2017 Comments Off on The Shrine Rocks The Echo With Wild Release Party
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    Pasadena Daydream Reality: The Cure is a Truly Great Rock Band
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    The Cure: The ‘Band of Enduring Honesty’ Plays The Hollywood Bowl
    May 25, 2016 Comments Off on The Cure: The ‘Band of Enduring Honesty’ Plays The Hollywood Bowl
  • REVIEW: Luna Blends Inventive Guitar with Strong Lyrics for Powerful Performance
    January 14, 2018 Comments Off on REVIEW: Luna Blends Inventive Guitar with Strong Lyrics for Powerful Performance
  • The Blasters - Photo by Donna Balancia
    The Blasters Take Energy to New Level at Brouwerij West in San Pedro
    July 31, 2019 Comments Off on The Blasters Take Energy to New Level at Brouwerij West in San Pedro

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    November 12, 2025 Comments Off on ‘Life’s Been Good: Joe Walsh’ Auction Gives Famous Rocker a Chance to ‘Get More Stuff’
  • Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 2025 Induction Ceremony Takes Center Stage in LA
    November 9, 2025 Comments Off on Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 2025 Induction Ceremony Takes Center Stage in LA
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    October 21, 2025 Comments Off on Garbage Proves a Treasure to Fans in Boise, Despite Limiting Future Tour Dates

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East Coast Rocker

  • The Amish Outlaws rock the crowds - Photo by Donna Balancia
    The Amish Outlaws Kick Off the Summer in Rowdy Style at Dewey Beach
    May 30, 2023 Comments Off on The Amish Outlaws Kick Off the Summer in Rowdy Style at Dewey Beach
  • Inspirational Smitty The Creator Rises from the Streets of Little Haiti to Global Fame
    April 28, 2023 Comments Off on Inspirational Smitty The Creator Rises from the Streets of Little Haiti to Global Fame
  • Lord Sonny The Unifier Makes Truth Creative with ‘America’s Newest Hitmaker’
    March 12, 2023 Comments Off on Lord Sonny The Unifier Makes Truth Creative with ‘America’s Newest Hitmaker’
  • For Famed Rock Photog, Wet Leg Reminiscent of Early Days of Queen
    August 15, 2022 Comments Off on For Famed Rock Photog, Wet Leg Reminiscent of Early Days of Queen
  • Robert Plant and Alison Krauss ‘Raising The Roof’ Tour Heads West
    July 21, 2022 Comments Off on Robert Plant and Alison Krauss ‘Raising The Roof’ Tour Heads West

California Rocker®

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    RIP: Robbie Robertson, Songwriter Who ‘Drove Old Dixie Down,’ Passes Away at 80
    August 10, 2023 Comments Off on RIP: Robbie Robertson, Songwriter Who ‘Drove Old Dixie Down,’ Passes Away at 80
  • The Ocean Blue - Darin Back image
    Release: The Ocean Blue Opens ‘Davy Jones’ Locker’ Again, Drops New Video + Track
    August 7, 2023 Comments Off on Release: The Ocean Blue Opens ‘Davy Jones’ Locker’ Again, Drops New Video + Track
  • Releases: Brian Setzer, Nils Lofgren Albums Lead the New Music of the Week
    July 21, 2023 Comments Off on Releases: Brian Setzer, Nils Lofgren Albums Lead the New Music of the Week
  • Sparks - Photos by LUIS MORENO
    Review + Photos: Sparks and They Might Be Giants Light it Up at The Hollywood Bowl
    July 19, 2023 Comments Off on Review + Photos: Sparks and They Might Be Giants Light it Up at The Hollywood Bowl
  • Star Party, The Binges and Ames Flames Draw Crowds to the Redwood for Donny Popejoy + Pope Tribute
    July 4, 2023 Comments Off on Star Party, The Binges and Ames Flames Draw Crowds to the Redwood for Donny Popejoy + Pope Tribute

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Vintage Interviews

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    Eddie Japan with Greg Hawkes Let the Music Tell the Story in Boston
    August 18, 2024 Comments Off on Eddie Japan with Greg Hawkes Let the Music Tell the Story in Boston
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    Interview: Kiefer Sutherland ‘Grateful’ to Fans for Support
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    August 8, 2025 Comments Off on Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame Hosts Music Documentary Film Fest
  • Chip Kinman and Ford Madox Ford release a new single, "Expect It" - Photo © 2016 Donna Balancia
    Punk Rock Legend Chip Kinman and his New Band, Ford Madox Ford, Release Single, Announce Tour
    June 9, 2016 Comments Off on Punk Rock Legend Chip Kinman and his New Band, Ford Madox Ford, Release Single, Announce Tour




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