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Month: October 2015

Robby Krieger Performs with Los Lobos - Photo © 2015 Donna Balancia
In The Biz

Robby Krieger Jams with Los Lobos to Celebrate The 2016 Lines of Gibson Guitar

October 31, 2015 News Comments Off on Robby Krieger Jams with Los Lobos to Celebrate The 2016 Lines of Gibson Guitar

By DONNA BALANCIA – Music greats, friends and Halloween partygoers jammed into Gibson Guitar’s Beverly Hills showroom for a party to celebrate the company’s 2016 guitars. The Doors’ Robby Krieger joined Los Lobos on stage […]

Musicians

Keith Richards Had Final Cut on ‘Under The Influence’ Movie; Tom Waits Brought Notes, Director Says

October 31, 2015 News Comments Off on Keith Richards Had Final Cut on ‘Under The Influence’ Movie; Tom Waits Brought Notes, Director Says

By DONNA BALANCIA — Keith Richards “cackled” when he first saw the documentary Under The Influence, and exerted his right to approval of the film’s final cut, director Morgan Neville told an audience at the […]

FILM AND TV

Music Photographer Henry Diltz Has Hundreds of Album Covers And Now He has a Lucie Award

October 22, 2015 News Comments Off on Music Photographer Henry Diltz Has Hundreds of Album Covers And Now He has a Lucie Award

By DONNA BALANCIA – Photographer Henry Diltz will be honored next week with a prestigious Lucie Award for his work in Rock Photography. Diltz said he never expected to be honored for his career.  After […]

The Dave Schultz All-Star Jam - Photo © 2015 Donna Balancia
Gigs and Photos

The Dave Schulz All-Star Jam Brings Rock and Roll Thursday to New Venue Mrs. Fish in Downtown LA

October 20, 2015 News Comments Off on The Dave Schulz All-Star Jam Brings Rock and Roll Thursday to New Venue Mrs. Fish in Downtown LA

By DONNA BALANCIA – Thursday nights won’t be the same in Downtown LA as The Dave Schulz All-Star Jam brings a rockin’ new show to Mrs. Fish. Schulz’ All-Star Jam plays a great range of dance […]

Walter Lure flanked by LA's finest at Redwood - Photo © 2015 Donna Balancia
Live Reviews

Walter Lure and His LA Band of Locals Turn a Musical Performance into a Wild Time at Redwood

October 19, 2015 News Comments Off on Walter Lure and His LA Band of Locals Turn a Musical Performance into a Wild Time at Redwood

Photos and words by DONNA BALANCIA – LOS ANGELES – When Walter Lure comes to Los Angeles, seems the whole town turns out. Those who remember Walter’s role in The Heartbreakers as well as those […]

Jesse Nolan, Tim and Rooney's Rob Schwartzman - Photo © 2015 Donna Balancia
In The Biz

Engage With Audience Say Jesse Nolan, Tim Wheeler and Rob Schwartzman

October 14, 2015 News Comments Off on Engage With Audience Say Jesse Nolan, Tim Wheeler and Rob Schwartzman

Rockers Talk Audience Engagement During Panel By DONNA BALANCIA – New collaborations, keeping supporters engaged, and performing as much as possible are crucial to the success of young bands today, a panel of rockers advised […]

Mary Kay and Loren Molinare - Photo © 2015 Donna Balancia
By DONNA BALANCIA

The Dogs of Detroit: Old School Punk Rock Pros Weather The Years, Fetch New Fan Base

October 8, 2015 News Comments Off on The Dogs of Detroit: Old School Punk Rock Pros Weather The Years, Fetch New Fan Base

The Dogs, considered among the innovators of punk rock, are one of the most influential bands in the genre. Legendary Detroit bandmates Loren Molinare, Mary Kay and Tony Matteucci sat down with California Rocker Editor […]

Olivia Dvorak - Alternative-Country star in the making - Photo © 2015 Donna Balancia
Live Reviews

Olivia Dvorak: Check Out This ‘Superstar To Be’ Who is Truly Making Music in Her Own Way

October 3, 2015 News Comments Off on Olivia Dvorak: Check Out This ‘Superstar To Be’ Who is Truly Making Music in Her Own Way

By DONNA BALANCIA – Olivia Dvorak is making music her own way. “I grew up in the country with horses,” said Olivia, who was raised in rural Illinois. “My horses always loved the country music […]

Classic US Rocker Reviews

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    August 29, 2022 Comments Off on Echo and the Bunnymen Go the Distance for the Fans on Latest Tour
  • Jess and Andrew Moon Honey - Photo © 2017 Donna Balancia
    Moon Honey: Asian Opera + U.S. Fuzz
    December 19, 2017 Comments Off on Moon Honey: Asian Opera + U.S. Fuzz
  • Teri Le Butcherettes Photo by Donna Balancia
    Kim And The Created, Le Butcherettes, Bring Woman Power to Echoplex for Record Release Party
    May 3, 2016 Comments Off on Kim And The Created, Le Butcherettes, Bring Woman Power to Echoplex for Record Release Party
  • Beach Boys And a Cowsill Prove After 50 Years, The Songs of Summer Don’t Fall
    September 29, 2017 Comments Off on Beach Boys And a Cowsill Prove After 50 Years, The Songs of Summer Don’t Fall
  • Allison Iraheta - Photo © 2015 Donna Balancia
    Halo Circus featuring Allison Iraheta to Headline ‘Say It Loud’ Concert at Troubadour on Dec. 14
    December 9, 2015 Comments Off on Halo Circus featuring Allison Iraheta to Headline ‘Say It Loud’ Concert at Troubadour on Dec. 14

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Reviews

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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
  • Garbage Proves a Treasure to Fans in Boise, Despite Limiting Future Tour Dates
    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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  • Peoples Blues of Richmond for California Rocker
    People’s Blues of Richmond To Play LA Tuesday + Two Tens and Coo Coo Birds
    September 19, 2016 Comments Off on People’s Blues of Richmond To Play LA Tuesday + Two Tens and Coo Coo Birds
  • Dead Milkmen © 2015 Heather Harris
    The Dead Milkmen Speak – Q and A Interview with Dean Clean Sabatino
    April 17, 2015 1
  • The DoGs Video World Premiere - Photo © 2015 Donna Balancia
    WORLD PREMIERE VIDEO: The DoGs Release Video to promote their Latest EP ‘Ain’t Going Nowhere’
    December 14, 2015 Comments Off on WORLD PREMIERE VIDEO: The DoGs Release Video to promote their Latest EP ‘Ain’t Going Nowhere’
  • Nick Waterhouse Nick Waterhouse - Photo © Donna Balancia
    Interview: Nick Waterhouse Keeps The Machine Rolling With New Album, ‘Never Twice’
    October 13, 2016 Comments Off on Interview: Nick Waterhouse Keeps The Machine Rolling With New Album, ‘Never Twice’
  • Review + Photos: Cursive Celebrates 10th LP ‘Devourer’ at The Regent in LA
    February 16, 2025 Comments Off on Review + Photos: Cursive Celebrates 10th LP ‘Devourer’ at The Regent in LA
  • California Rocker: Jesus the Bus Driver plays Chilean music while waiting for help
    Jesus The Bus Driver Inspires With His Music
    April 28, 2014 Comments Off on Jesus The Bus Driver Inspires With His Music




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