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Bob Seger ‘Turns the Page’ on Live Performances, Announces Final Tour

September 18, 2018 News Comments Off on Bob Seger ‘Turns the Page’ on Live Performances, Announces Final Tour

By JOHN DALY Bob Seger and his Silver Bullet Band will hit the road for the last time this November, on what is expected to be his final tour, it was announced Tuesday. He performs […]

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Ford Madox Ford Fetes Emil Edinger at Jonny Whiteside’s Show

September 17, 2018 News Comments Off on Ford Madox Ford Fetes Emil Edinger at Jonny Whiteside’s Show

By DONNA BALANCIA Ford Madox Ford gave an impromptu headline performance Sunday at Joe’s Great American Bar to celebrate Emil Edinger’s 43rd birthday. The show, presented by Jonny Whiteside’s The Messaround, encompassed a good selection of […]

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Kamasi Washington’s Music Transcends The Barriers

September 17, 2018 News Comments Off on Kamasi Washington’s Music Transcends The Barriers

Washington Opens For Florence at The Bowl Preview By DAN MACINTOSH, Feature Photo by ALYSON CAMUS Kamasi Washington is slated to open for Florence and the Machine Sept. 25 and Sept. 26 at the Hollywood Bowl. […]

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Gerry Paul Nestler Performs New Album ‘Mama’s Child’ in Entirety at Release Party

September 17, 2018 News Comments Off on Gerry Paul Nestler Performs New Album ‘Mama’s Child’ in Entirety at Release Party

By DONNA BALANCIA The Gerry Paul Nestler record release party for his new album Mama’s Child brought fans of divergent music genres together, all casting aside their differences for one night. That’s because the new […]

Jesika von Rabbit Offers a Taste - Jessica Janos photo
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Jesika von Rabbit’s Diverse Talent Melts Your Heart with New LP ‘Dessert Rock’

September 15, 2018 News Comments Off on Jesika von Rabbit’s Diverse Talent Melts Your Heart with New LP ‘Dessert Rock’

Review by DAN MACINTOSH Jesika von Rabbit is a wacky – but cool – artist from Joshua Tree, and Dessert Rock on the Dionysus Records label is Rabbit’s second solo album. The result is a fun […]

New Music

#Slashtags: Slash Feat. Myles Kennedy at The Whisky in IG Posts

September 14, 2018 News Comments Off on #Slashtags: Slash Feat. Myles Kennedy at The Whisky in IG Posts

By JOHN DALY No one ever said Slash wasn’t made for social media. Slash Feat. Myles Kennedy and the Conspirators pulled off a great show at the Whisky A Go-Go and we have the social […]

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Smashing Pumpkins to Drop First Album in 18 Years Plus: ‘Shiny and Oh So Bright’

September 14, 2018 News Comments Off on Smashing Pumpkins to Drop First Album in 18 Years Plus: ‘Shiny and Oh So Bright’

By JOHN DALY The Smashing Pumpkins have announced a release date for their first album in more than 18 years with Shiny and Oh So Bright, Vol. 1 / LP: No Past. No Future. No […]

Lyrics Mariners
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Lyrics: Lana Del Rey Walks the Freeway in ‘Mariners Apartment Complex’

September 13, 2018 News Comments Off on Lyrics: Lana Del Rey Walks the Freeway in ‘Mariners Apartment Complex’

By JOHN DALY Lana Del Rey has released the moody video for the song “Mariners Apartment Complex,” in which she walks along the freeway and plays with butterflies. It never ceases to amaze and perplex […]

Bruce Springsteen headlines 'Heroes' - Photo by Richard Hoynes
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Bruce Springsteen, Jon Stewart, Headline Stand Up For Heroes at MSG

September 12, 2018 News Comments Off on Bruce Springsteen, Jon Stewart, Headline Stand Up For Heroes at MSG

By JOHN DALY Bruce Springsteen and Jon Stewart are among the headliners at Stand Up For Heroes at Madison Square Garden in New York City on Nov. 5. Jim Gaffigan, Seth Meyers Jimmy Carr and […]

New Music

New Video: Noga Erez Shows Womens’ Fight and Plight

September 12, 2018 News Comments Off on New Video: Noga Erez Shows Womens’ Fight and Plight

By JOHN DALY Noga Erez has released an unsettling new video to accompany her latest single, “Cash Out.” The video co-stars Philadelphia rapper Sammus, who performs guest vocals on the song. The video was conceived by Erez and […]

Musicians

Freshen Up Tour: Paul McCartney tells Howard Stern John Broke Up The Beatles

September 11, 2018 News Comments Off on Freshen Up Tour: Paul McCartney tells Howard Stern John Broke Up The Beatles

McCartney Adds New Dates to Tour By JOHN DALY Paul McCartney has added new U.S. dates to his tour and has been executing an enthusiastic talk show circuit promoting his new album Egypt Station. McCartney […]

Keith Richards- Photo by Raph
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Keith Richards’ 1972 Ferrari Dino Sells for More Than Half a Million at Auction

September 10, 2018 News Comments Off on Keith Richards’ 1972 Ferrari Dino Sells for More Than Half a Million at Auction

By JOHN DALY A 1972 silver Ferrari Dino once owned by Keith Richards has sold for a staggering $577,000 at auction. The 246 GT Coupe is among many fancy cars the Rolling Stones guitarist has […]

Paul McCartney uses megaphone to sing to his wife Nancy - Youtube photo
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Paul McCartney Plays Concert for New ‘Egypt Station’ at Grand Central Station NYC

September 7, 2018 News 1

By JOHN DALY Paul McCartney has released Egypt Station, his 17th solo album, and played a concert from Grand Central Station in New York City, livestreamed via YouTube Originals Friday. During the concert, McCartney played […]

Alice Merton - Photo by Tim Bruening
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VIDEO: Alice Merton’s ‘Roots’ Show with New Single ‘Why So Serious’

September 7, 2018 News Comments Off on VIDEO: Alice Merton’s ‘Roots’ Show with New Single ‘Why So Serious’

By JOHN DALY Alice Merton, who brought a refreshing take with her rhythmic hit “No Roots,” debuts a new song and video, “Why So Serious.” Watch the new Alice Merton video ‘Why So Serious’ here: Alice […]

By JOHN DALY

Dolly Parton Named MusiCares Person of the Year for 2019

September 6, 2018 News Comments Off on Dolly Parton Named MusiCares Person of the Year for 2019

Featured Photo by KRISTOPHER HARRIS, Story by JOHN DALY Dolly Parton will be honored as the MusiCares Person of the Year for 2019, it was announced. Parton is the first country music singer to be […]

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Go Inside: Bev Hills Mansion Originally Owned by Cher Lists for $68 Million

September 4, 2018 News Comments Off on Go Inside: Bev Hills Mansion Originally Owned by Cher Lists for $68 Million

By JOHN DALY An equestrian paradise originally owned by Cher has been listed for $68 million, making it one of the most expensive properties on the market. The 32,000-square foot, 11-bedroom, 17-bathroom Beverly Hills palace […]

Musicians

Ringo Starr Tells Dan Rather He Started Playing Drums in the Hospital at 14

September 4, 2018 News 1

By JOHN DALY Ringo Starr is the guest on the Oct. 2 edition of The Big Interview with Dan Rather, marking the 100th episode of the AXS TV show.  In an all-engaging chat, Starr talks […]

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No Bones About It: The Bomboras Heat It Up at Mondo Hollywood

September 4, 2018 News Comments Off on No Bones About It: The Bomboras Heat It Up at Mondo Hollywood

By DONNA BALANCIA The anticipated return of The Bomboras lived up to expectations as the outrageous surf-style band from the 1990s brought its wild stage show to the Union for Mondo Hollywood. There were plenty […]

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Indie On The Rise: Notes From Vivace Interviews Holy Wars

September 2, 2018 News Comments Off on Indie On The Rise: Notes From Vivace Interviews Holy Wars

By NOTES FROM VIVACE LONG BEACH – Happy Sundays in Long Beach’s Zaferia District was a free festival that took place along a 1.5 mile stretch of Anaheim Street. It spread across 8 venues. The […]

DIIV with balloons at Echoplex - All Photos © 2018 Donna Balancia
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Photos: DIIV and Sextile Play DoLA Birthday Bash at Echoplex

September 2, 2018 News Comments Off on Photos: DIIV and Sextile Play DoLA Birthday Bash at Echoplex

By DONNA BALANCIA When DoLA has a party they do it right. More than 4,000 Angelinos RSVP’d to get into The Echoplex to celebrate the magazine’s birthday, an event that featured headliner DIIV and Sextile. […]

Musicians

VIDEO: Yes Featuring ARW Brings Classic Hits to The Greek

September 1, 2018 News Comments Off on VIDEO: Yes Featuring ARW Brings Classic Hits to The Greek

By BOB BUSBY Yes, featuring ARW, one of the two factions of the pioneering progressive rock group brought its act celebrating Yes’s 50th Anniversary to the Greek Theatre. ARW stands for Jon Anderson – lead […]

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VIDEO: Nick Cave and The Bad Seeds Prep for LA, NY and Toronto Concerts

August 30, 2018 News Comments Off on VIDEO: Nick Cave and The Bad Seeds Prep for LA, NY and Toronto Concerts

By JOHN DALY Nick Cave and The Bad Seeds are teaming with record stores in Los Angeles, New York and Toronto for a ticket giveaway to his shows in those cities, a pre-order of his […]

Geoff Gibbons with John Ellis Rob Becker Jay Buettner - Photo by Shona Ellis
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Geoff Gibbons Honors Fred Neil with New Single ‘Rollin’ Free’

August 28, 2018 News Comments Off on Geoff Gibbons Honors Fred Neil with New Single ‘Rollin’ Free’

By JOHN DALY When it comes to telling a tale that gets to the heart of the matter, Geoff Gibbons is the expert. His new song, “Rollin’ Free” is one of those travelling songs that […]

By DONNA BALANCIA

VIDEO: Billie Joe Armstrong, Duff, Jonesy, Fred and Moz Show for Johnny Ramone

August 27, 2018 News 1

Annual Tribute to Ramones Co-Founder a Starry Event By DONNA BALANCIA A new supergroup comprised of Duff McKagan, Billie Joe Armstrong, Fred Armisen and Steve Jones played a few tunes before hundreds who gathered to […]

Reviews

The Mysterious Sluka Enjoys a Great Music Career In Low-Key Style

August 25, 2018 News Comments Off on The Mysterious Sluka Enjoys a Great Music Career In Low-Key Style

By JOHN DALY He’s not a exactly a household name, but Christopher Sluka is a prolific musician who flies under the radar. After 11 albums, his low-key approach might be surprising, because Sluka’s music is […]

Tour Life - Matt and Eric of EasyFriend - Photo courtesy of band
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EasyFriend Drives to Music Success, Drops Track ‘Alone In Here’

August 24, 2018 News Comments Off on EasyFriend Drives to Music Success, Drops Track ‘Alone In Here’

Band Premieres Second Song and Enjoys Life By DONNA BALANCIA EasyFriend has released a new song, “Alone In Here,” and the tune has special meaning to the band members. “It’s kind of about the feeling […]

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    Julian Frampton Makes His Own Way as Second Generation Rock Musician
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    Review + Photos: Sparks and They Might Be Giants Light it Up at The Hollywood Bowl
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Vintage Interviews

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