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Month: May 2015

Bonnie Raitt - Photo © 2015 Donna Balancia
By DONNA BALANCIA

Bonnie Raitt and Musician Friends Celebrate Marty Grebb at Canyon Club

May 30, 2015 News Comments Off on Bonnie Raitt and Musician Friends Celebrate Marty Grebb at Canyon Club

Musicians, Fans, Raise Money for Marty Grebb to Continue His Battle Against Cancer Story and Photos © DONNA BALANCIA Who says Rock ‘n Roll doesn’t have a heart? Bonnie Raitt, Leon Russell, Ivan Neville and […]

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Musicians

Jagger Hikes San Diego; Gary Clark Jr. Opens for Rolling Stones at Petco

May 24, 2015 News Comments Off on Jagger Hikes San Diego; Gary Clark Jr. Opens for Rolling Stones at Petco

By JOHN DALY In case you aren’t able to see Gary Clark Jr. warm up for the Rolling Stones at Petco Park in San Diego, here is some video to tide you over. Clark played […]

Mike Love at The Mint Photo © 2015 Donna Balancia
Live Reviews

Mike Love, Schuyler Fisk, Sam Marcey Talk Story With Crowd at The Mint

May 23, 2015 News Comments Off on Mike Love, Schuyler Fisk, Sam Marcey Talk Story With Crowd at The Mint

By DONNA BALANCIA — It was a night of soulful music from the heart at The Mint, as Schuyler Fisk, Sam Marcey and headliner Mike Love brought their music and their stories to Los Angeles. […]

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By DONNA BALANCIA

Remarkable Music and Life of Marty Grebb ‘Guided From Above’

May 22, 2015 News 1

‘Best Side Man In The Business’ Gets Support from Bonnie Raitt, Leon Russell, at Canyon Club Gig on Wednesday By DONNA BALANCIA — Renowned multi-talented musician Marty Grebb says he’s always had a lucky star. […]

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Awards

UPDATE: AD CHANGED – To Creators of Infiniti Ad: You’ve Ripped Off Ian Curtis and Joy Division

May 22, 2015 News Comments Off on UPDATE: AD CHANGED – To Creators of Infiniti Ad: You’ve Ripped Off Ian Curtis and Joy Division

Article, fan support moves Infiniti to Alter Music on Q50 Advert Jan. 18, 2016 – Thanks to this article by CaliforniaRocker.com and fan support, the car advert theme similar to “She’s Lost Control” has been […]

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Live Reviews

VIDEO: Rolling Stones Deliver Solid Performance in 92008 Leg of Zip Code Tour

May 21, 2015 News Comments Off on VIDEO: Rolling Stones Deliver Solid Performance in 92008 Leg of Zip Code Tour

The Rolling Stones put on a performance for the ages at the Fonda Theatre in Hollywood. Playing the entire Sticky Fingers album plus more, the rock legends delivered a strong performance for about 1200 people […]

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Concert Advances

EXCLUSIVE: Rolling Stones Add Los Angeles Date to Zip Code Tour

May 15, 2015 News 5

EXCLUSIVE By DONNA BALANCIA — The Rolling Stones will play the Fonda Theatre in Hollywood this Wednesday as a warm-up date to their Zip Code Tour, CaliforniaRocker.com has learned. — INFORMATION CONFIRMED — The Rolling […]

The Who, 1970 - Photo © Heather Harris, used by California Rocker with permissions
By DONNA BALANCIA

Rock Photogs Heather Harris and Markus Cuff: Let Your Lens Find The Truth

May 12, 2015 News Comments Off on Rock Photogs Heather Harris and Markus Cuff: Let Your Lens Find The Truth

Heather Harris and Markus Cuff are two outstanding rock and roll photographers from different eras, with different styles, and with different specialties.  But they both agree the way to handle a challenging and restrictive age […]

Gwen Stefani - Photo © 2015 Donna Balancia
By DONNA BALANCIA

No Doubt, Metallica, Help Save The Day for Rock In Rio USA

May 10, 2015 News 1

Weak Attendance, High Prices Mark Inaugural Rock In Rio Fest Photos and story © Donna Balancia – LAS VEGAS – Gwen Stefani and No Doubt overcame a chilly reception from 30,000 attendees to open the […]

Joe Arthur and Louise Goffin - Photo © 2015 Donna Balancia
By DONNA BALANCIA

Louise Goffin Reaches Performance Pinnacle at McCabe’s Guitar Shop

May 1, 2015 News Comments Off on Louise Goffin Reaches Performance Pinnacle at McCabe’s Guitar Shop

Musician Louise Goffin is like a work of modern art.  There is structure and form, but it is only when you look closely can you understand all the nuances. From up on the tiny, crowded […]

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