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Month: August 2016

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On the Eve of Prima Donna Gig With Blondie, Kevin Preston Tells Us What Makes Him Tick

August 31, 2016 News Comments Off on On the Eve of Prima Donna Gig With Blondie, Kevin Preston Tells Us What Makes Him Tick

Prima Donna is one of those beloved California bands that wows the crowds whenever they play. The guys are opening for Blondie on Sept. 10. at the Observatory in San Diego. Prima Donna’s Punk Rock […]

Live Reviews

GUIDES: One of the Hot Indie Band Discoveries From LA’s Local Festival, Echo Park Rising

August 29, 2016 News Comments Off on GUIDES: One of the Hot Indie Band Discoveries From LA’s Local Festival, Echo Park Rising

Wrapup: LA Fest Yields New Music Finds Across The Board By DONNA BALANCIA – Echo Park Rising is more than just a little musical festival in one corner of Los Angeles. The 6-year-old event has come to […]

Yo Yo Ma - Photo © 2016 Craig Hammons
Live Reviews

Hammons Reviews: Yo Yo Ma and Friends Show at Hollywood Bowl Brings Music Worlds Together

August 27, 2016 News Comments Off on Hammons Reviews: Yo Yo Ma and Friends Show at Hollywood Bowl Brings Music Worlds Together

Global Ensemble Make Beautiful Noise at Hollywood Bowl By CRAIG HAMMONS Yo Yo Ma and the Silk Road Ensemble bring the world together in music and song as they end their 17-date run of the […]

Musicians

Lemmy Statue Unveiled, Motorhead Rocker Honored with Celebrations at the Whisky and The Rainbow

August 25, 2016 News Comments Off on Lemmy Statue Unveiled, Motorhead Rocker Honored with Celebrations at the Whisky and The Rainbow

Motorhead Rocker Honored at His Sunset Strip Hangouts By DONNA BALANCIA If Lemmy Kilmister were alive, he would probably would have been overwhelmed by the love of fans at events held in his honor on […]

Musicians

‘Malibu Rocks Hollywood Monday Nights’ is the Latest Great Entertainment at Lucky Strike in Hollywood

August 25, 2016 News Comments Off on ‘Malibu Rocks Hollywood Monday Nights’ is the Latest Great Entertainment at Lucky Strike in Hollywood

By DONNA BALANCIA – Malibu Rocks Hollywood, a new Monday night music event at Lucky Strike Live, got off to a rockin’ good start. Presented by the Malibu Guitar Festival, the new program is expected […]

Live Reviews

Parquet Courts Have Seen Shinier Days as Band Disses LA on Heels of Cancelled Orange County Show

August 22, 2016 News 1

By DONNA BALANCIA Parquet Courts gave a Human Performance to hundreds of eager fans in downtown LA the other night. They played songs off their new album, called Human Performance, and a full set, opening with […]

Musicians

Mark Werts of American Rag Cie Creates Blueprint for Success in His New Book, ‘America’s Simple Solutions’

August 21, 2016 News Comments Off on Mark Werts of American Rag Cie Creates Blueprint for Success in His New Book, ‘America’s Simple Solutions’

By DONNA BALANCIA Mark Werts is a true rock star. International businessman and CEO and founder of American Rag Cie, Werts has some advice for our country and he lays his theories out in his […]

Live Reviews

Jeff Beck Celebrates 50 Years of Music With Special Musical Friends at The Hollywood Bowl

August 17, 2016 News Comments Off on Jeff Beck Celebrates 50 Years of Music With Special Musical Friends at The Hollywood Bowl

Jeff Beck Revs up His Past and Present with Once in a Lifetime Show By CRAIG HAMMONS – Jeff Beck has been out on the road promoting his new album Loud Hailer.  However, the show […]

James Williamson, Petra Haden and Joe Cardamone - Photo by Heather Harris
By DONNA BALANCIA

Setting the Standard: James Williamson Engineers Unique Sounds with New Collaborations

August 15, 2016 News Comments Off on Setting the Standard: James Williamson Engineers Unique Sounds with New Collaborations

‘Blues Jumped The Rabbit’ is Williamson’s Latest Single By DONNA BALANCIA James Williamson believes that change is energizing. “I like to collaborate with different people and this was a great opportunity,” said Williamson of his […]

Photo courtesy of Mike Comfort
Live Reviews

Mike Comfort Offers Compilation Album, ‘Pretty Sweet Stuff’ to Fans Beyond Northern California

August 14, 2016 News Comments Off on Mike Comfort Offers Compilation Album, ‘Pretty Sweet Stuff’ to Fans Beyond Northern California

By JOHN DALY – It’s no surprise Mike Comfort and his band were voted “Best Band in Sacramento,” by the Sacramento Bee and “Best Band in Northern California” by 107FM The Point Chico. Comfort’s voice […]

Gerald Albright and Jonathan Butler kick off Long Beach Jazz Festival - Photo by Donna Balancia
Live Reviews

Jonathan Butler and Gerald Albright Kick off the 29th annual Long Beach Jazz Festival in Grand Style

August 13, 2016 News Comments Off on Jonathan Butler and Gerald Albright Kick off the 29th annual Long Beach Jazz Festival in Grand Style

LONG BEACH – Legendary musicians Gerald Albright and Jonathan Butler launched the 29th annual Long Beach Jazz Festival at Rainbow Lagoon Park in Long Beach Friday night. The Long Beach Jazz Festival runs all day […]

Lance Lopez - Photo © 2016 Donna Balancia
By DONNA BALANCIA

Lance Lopez and All-Star Friends Rock Monday Night Blues at the Valley’s Hot Spot, Maui Sugar Mill

August 9, 2016 News Comments Off on Lance Lopez and All-Star Friends Rock Monday Night Blues at the Valley’s Hot Spot, Maui Sugar Mill

By DONNA BALANCIA – Lance Lopez has more in common with late friend Johnny Winter than a love for the blues. Like the great Johnny Winter, Lance gives it his all while jamming with pals. […]

Michael Franti by Craig Hammons California Rocker
Live Reviews

Michael Franti and Spearhead’s ‘Soulrocker’ Tour Brings Love to the Pacific Amphitheatre

August 9, 2016 News Comments Off on Michael Franti and Spearhead’s ‘Soulrocker’ Tour Brings Love to the Pacific Amphitheatre

By CRAIG HAMMONS – SOULROCKER (Sol-rahk-er) – One who lives from the heart, with compassion for all, and possesses a tenacious enthusiasm for music, life and the planet. Once Michael Franti and his band Spearhead stepped […]

Bad Boy Eddy - Photo by Donna Balancia
Gigs and Photos

Cruefest Hollywood 2016: Rockers Give Back and Give Fans a Great Show at Whisky on LA’s Sunset Strip

August 7, 2016 News 1

By DONNA BALANCIA – A range of rockers take part in this charity every year and 2016 was no different. Featuring bands from all over the world, Cruefest Hollywood rocks. Bands on hand were Mick […]

Nolan, Bruce and Carlos by Donna Balancia
Musicians

Echo Box: An Innovative Concept That Brings Together Fans and Bands For New Music

August 5, 2016 News Comments Off on Echo Box: An Innovative Concept That Brings Together Fans and Bands For New Music

Echo Box Music Hosts Glam Skanks “Glitter City” Show By DONNA BALANCIA – Nolan Jamora and Bruce Witkin have some big ideas to help young bands get exposure. They’re the duo behind Echo Box Music. […]

Francesco Cameli at Sphere Studios
Technology

Cameli And Sphere Studios Work With Musicians to Hit The Right Notes

August 1, 2016 News Comments Off on Cameli And Sphere Studios Work With Musicians to Hit The Right Notes

The Search for ‘Elusive Tones’ Brought Sphere Here By DONNA BALANCIA – Francesco Cameli wanted a change. So he created it. Francesco is the founder of Sphere Studios, which has been up and running for six […]

Classic US Rocker Reviews

  • Nick Waterhouse and his Tarots entertain at The Regent Theater - Photo by Donna Balancia for California Rocker
    Review: Holidays Heat Up As Nick Waterhouse, Sad Girl and Cutty Flam Band Rock The Regent Theater
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  • Photo © 2015 Donna Balancia
    Mike Campbell Uses His LA Band, The Dirty Knobs, for Kicks, While Reaping Big Marketing Rewards
    November 26, 2015 Comments Off on Mike Campbell Uses His LA Band, The Dirty Knobs, for Kicks, While Reaping Big Marketing Rewards
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    Fans of Kaleo, Buttertones, Show Women Are The New Rising Power in Music Purchase Decisions
    August 27, 2017 Comments Off on Fans of Kaleo, Buttertones, Show Women Are The New Rising Power in Music Purchase Decisions
  • Burning Spear - Photo courtesy Marco Swk
    Hollywood Bowl Fans Feel Irie as The Great Burning Spear Makes His Final California Appearance
    July 7, 2016 Comments Off on Hollywood Bowl Fans Feel Irie as The Great Burning Spear Makes His Final California Appearance
  • Soul Asylum California Rocker Donna Balancia
    Dave Pirner and Soul Asylum Celebrate Their ‘Change of Fortune’ at The Whisky A Go Go
    July 29, 2016 Comments Off on Dave Pirner and Soul Asylum Celebrate Their ‘Change of Fortune’ at The Whisky A Go Go

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    Chameleons Wrap ‘Arctic Moon’ Tour and Deliver Driving Tracks to Longtime Fans
    October 14, 2025 Comments Off on Chameleons Wrap ‘Arctic Moon’ Tour and Deliver Driving Tracks to Longtime Fans
  • New York Band, Laveda, Tours the US with Third Studio Album ‘Love, Darla’
    October 6, 2025 Comments Off on New York Band, Laveda, Tours the US with Third Studio Album ‘Love, Darla’

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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
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    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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    July 11, 2025 Comments Off on Tedeschi Trucks Band to Release Live Album ‘Mad Dogs’ Featuring the Late Leon Russell
  • 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
  • ‘BOOM: A Film About The Sonics’ Director Says Love of the Music and Family was Inspiration
    September 16, 2024 Comments Off on ‘BOOM: A Film About The Sonics’ Director Says Love of the Music and Family was Inspiration
  • Mike Peters of The Alarm Wrote New Album, ‘Forwards’ to Inspire People to Keep Fighting
    June 1, 2023 Comments Off on Mike Peters of The Alarm Wrote New Album, ‘Forwards’ to Inspire People to Keep Fighting
  • Woody Guthrie Comes Alive with New Double-LP ‘Woody At Home’ – Listen
    August 18, 2025 Comments Off on Woody Guthrie Comes Alive with New Double-LP ‘Woody At Home’ – Listen
  • Timothy White - Photo © 2016 Donna Balancia
    Morrison Hotel Gallery Presents ‘Parental Advisory: Explicit Images,’ Photos of Hip Hop’s Greats
    September 16, 2016 Comments Off on Morrison Hotel Gallery Presents ‘Parental Advisory: Explicit Images,’ Photos of Hip Hop’s Greats




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