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Month: April 2019

Musicians

Bruce Springsteen, Hot Chip and Wand Make California Rocker’s Hot Tunes April PlayList

April 30, 2019 News Comments Off on Bruce Springsteen, Hot Chip and Wand Make California Rocker’s Hot Tunes April PlayList

By DONNA BALANCIA April showered us with great music including new releases from Bruce Springsteen, Hot Chip  and Wand, who made the latest California Rocker Hot Tunes playlist. April’s selections have a few common threads: […]

Musicians

The Who Announce Support Acts for ‘Moving On!’ Tour, Play LA in October

April 29, 2019 News Comments Off on The Who Announce Support Acts for ‘Moving On!’ Tour, Play LA in October

By JOHN DALY The Who has announced support acts for their Moving On! Tour that kicks off summer dates May 7.  In October, the legendary UK musicians play Los Angeles, with two nights at The […]

FILM AND TV

Alejandro Aranda Stays Cool ‘Under Pressure’ to Make Final Six on ‘American Idol’

April 29, 2019 News Comments Off on Alejandro Aranda Stays Cool ‘Under Pressure’ to Make Final Six on ‘American Idol’

By JOHN DALY Alejandro Aranda stepped out of his comfort zone and covered the Queen-David Bowie classic “Under Pressure” and  made it his own on “American Idol” Sunday night. His performance landed him in the […]

FILM AND TV

Watch Sting Perform ‘Two Stings on the Moon’ with Jimmy Fallon on ‘Tonight Show’

April 27, 2019 News Comments Off on Watch Sting Perform ‘Two Stings on the Moon’ with Jimmy Fallon on ‘Tonight Show’

By DONNA BALANCIA Sting took a space walk on late night TV Friday when he performed the parody “Two Stings On The Moon” with Jimmy Fallon on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.” Dressed in […]

Greg Antista and The Lonely Streets at The Mint - Photo by Harmony Gerber
interviews

Greg Antista Talks Punk Rock Days, Opening for Katey Sagal at The Mint

April 26, 2019 News Comments Off on Greg Antista Talks Punk Rock Days, Opening for Katey Sagal at The Mint

Greg Antista and The Lonely Streets bring their punk Americana music to The Mint on May 1 to  open for Katey Sagal and the Reluctant Apostles. The Orange County rocker sat down with John Daly for […]

Musicians

Photo Gallery: Bikini Kill Revives Riot Grrrl Spirit with Reunion at Hollywood Palladium

April 26, 2019 News Comments Off on Photo Gallery: Bikini Kill Revives Riot Grrrl Spirit with Reunion at Hollywood Palladium

By JOHN DALY Bikini Kill reunited at The Hollywood Palladium last night for their first show in more than 20 years to kick off their reunion tour. Check out our photo gallery of hi-res images […]

Musicians

Photo Review by Melanie Smith: Suede at Albert Hall, Manchester UK

April 25, 2019 News Comments Off on Photo Review by Melanie Smith: Suede at Albert Hall, Manchester UK

Suede @ Albert Hall, Manchester UK – April 20th 2019 Check out the photos from UK-based music photographer Melanie Smith, who recently caught Suede, the Brit pop-rock band in Manchester, UK. Fronted by Brett Anderson, […]

Musicians

Bruce Springsteen to Release California Pop-Style Album ‘Western Stars’

April 25, 2019 News Comments Off on Bruce Springsteen to Release California Pop-Style Album ‘Western Stars’

By DONNA BALANCIA Bruce Springsteen has announced a new album called Western Stars, which will be released on June 14. The beloved New Jersey balladeer says he was inspired by the pop music that came […]

Musicians

Unreleased Chip and Tony Kinman Songs Get New Life with ‘Sounds Like Music’

April 24, 2019 News Comments Off on Unreleased Chip and Tony Kinman Songs Get New Life with ‘Sounds Like Music’

By DONNA BALANCIA   For the first time, 22 previously unreleased performances from all four of Chip and Tony Kinman’s bands are on one collection: Chip & Tony Kinman: Sounds Like Music by Omnivore Recordings.   […]

Musicians

The Rolling Stones, The Grateful Dead and More: Five Famous Songs Influenced by Gambling

April 24, 2019 News Comments Off on The Rolling Stones, The Grateful Dead and More: Five Famous Songs Influenced by Gambling

By JOHN DALY From Frank Sinatra to The Rolling Stones and The Grateful Dead, many artists have been influenced by gambling in their lyrics. Gambling references can even be heard in the early jazz era, while […]

By NOTES FROM VIVACE

Indie On The Rise: Notes From Vivace Interviews Singer-Songwriter Jessica Gerhardt

April 23, 2019 News Comments Off on Indie On The Rise: Notes From Vivace Interviews Singer-Songwriter Jessica Gerhardt

By NOTES FROM VIVACE I recently crossed paths with Jessica Gerhardt for the first time at The Hi Hat. Throughout her set, I imagined myself being in an ancient enchanted forest, her music leading towards […]

Awards

The Specials Honored by LA City Council with a ‘Specials Day’ on May 29

April 23, 2019 News Comments Off on The Specials Honored by LA City Council with a ‘Specials Day’ on May 29

By JOHN DALY Los Angeles City Council has declared Wednesday, May 29th “The Specials Day” in Los Angeles, it was announced Tuesday. Councilwoman Monica Rodriguez representing LA’s 7th District, introduced the resolution, which will include […]

Festivals

Coachella Photo Gallery: Shame, The 1975, Blood Orange, Rock Coachella Weekend 2

April 22, 2019 News Comments Off on Coachella Photo Gallery: Shame, The 1975, Blood Orange, Rock Coachella Weekend 2

By JOHN DALY Coachella drew the fans to Indio for its second weekend, powered by a diverse lineup with guest appearances and UK bands taking center stage. UK band Shame finished out its impressive SoCal […]

FILM AND TV

Alejandro Aranda Nears American Idol Win, Voters Must Text on East Coast Time

April 21, 2019 News Comments Off on Alejandro Aranda Nears American Idol Win, Voters Must Text on East Coast Time

By DONNA BALANCIA Alejandro Aranda may be on his way to winning American Idol, but if fans want him to win they have to vote on East Coast time. On Sunday, April 21, on “Disney […]

The Latest

Kanye West and His ‘Teletubbies’ Hawk Clothes and Sing The Lord’s Praises at Coachella

April 21, 2019 News Comments Off on Kanye West and His ‘Teletubbies’ Hawk Clothes and Sing The Lord’s Praises at Coachella

By JOHN DALY Kanye West led a spirited Easter Sunday Service at Coachella with guest appearances by DMX and Chance The Rapper. But some fans said the delayed start time outside in the heat, West’s […]

The Latest

Lindsey Buckingham Hopes to Go His Own Way from LA Mansion Listed at $29.5 Million

April 19, 2019 News Comments Off on Lindsey Buckingham Hopes to Go His Own Way from LA Mansion Listed at $29.5 Million

By DONNA BALANCIA Lindsey Buckingham and his wife are going their own way, away from their Brentwood LA mansion, which they have listed for $29.5 million according to The Wall Street Journal. The home of […]

Festivals

Christine and The Queens Cancel Coachella Set Over Death of Mother

April 19, 2019 News Comments Off on Christine and The Queens Cancel Coachella Set Over Death of Mother

By DONNA BALANCIA Christine and the Queens has canceled their set at Coachella this weekend as the mother of lead performer Héloïse Letissier has passed away, it was announced. The French-born Letissier and her dancers and […]

Musicians

Cage The Elephant Shifts into High Gear with Fast Moving ‘Social Cues’

April 19, 2019 News Comments Off on Cage The Elephant Shifts into High Gear with Fast Moving ‘Social Cues’

By DONNA BALANCIA Cage The Elephant has an uncanny knack for travelling new sonic terrain while keeping its signature sound. The new album Social Cues out today shows the group’s range and diversity, but also […]

The Latest

Portugal. The Man to Perform at 2019 ASCAP ‘I Create Music’ Expo in Hollywood

April 18, 2019 News Comments Off on Portugal. The Man to Perform at 2019 ASCAP ‘I Create Music’ Expo in Hollywood

By JOHN DALY Portugal. The Man is set to perform at the 2019 ASCAP “I Create Music” EXPO, which takes place May 2-4 at the Loews Hollywood Hotel, it was announced. Also appearing at the […]

Musicians

Nina Nesbitt Gives a Backstage Peek into her Life with Video for ‘Love Letter’

April 18, 2019 News Comments Off on Nina Nesbitt Gives a Backstage Peek into her Life with Video for ‘Love Letter’

By JOHN DALY Nina Nesbitt shows the world what her life looks like behind the scenes in the video for the track “Love Letter.”  With footage of crying fans, stage performances, and backstage hijinx on […]

Festivals

Vintage Trouble, My Baby, Cole Williams and Thumpasaurus Featured at Joshua Tree Fest

April 17, 2019 News Comments Off on Vintage Trouble, My Baby, Cole Williams and Thumpasaurus Featured at Joshua Tree Fest

By JOHN DALY Vintage Trouble, roots band My Baby, The Cole Williams Band, and Thumpasaurus will bring rock and funk to the Joshua Tree Music Festival, May 16-19 at Joshua Tree Lake RV and Campground. […]

av Falco - Photo by Maria DeFreitas
interviews

Interview: Tav Falco Talks New Music, Film and Upcoming Gig at Peppermint Club

April 16, 2019 News Comments Off on Interview: Tav Falco Talks New Music, Film and Upcoming Gig at Peppermint Club

By JOHN DALY Tav Falco has been an enigmatic presence on the fringes of rock ‘n’ roll for decades. Four decades, in fact, as this year sees his fabled band Tav Falco’s Panther Burns celebrate […]

Musicians

Review: Band of Skulls’ Latest Album ‘Love Is All You Love’ Puts Pop-Rock in the Spotlight

April 15, 2019 News Comments Off on Review: Band of Skulls’ Latest Album ‘Love Is All You Love’ Puts Pop-Rock in the Spotlight

By DAN MACINTOSH Band of Skulls, a group from Southampton, England, may have a scary skeletal name, but the music they create together is not frightening at all. In fact, their Love Is All You Love […]

Festivals

Coachella Music and Art Festival Photos on Instagram – Weekend 1

April 15, 2019 News Comments Off on Coachella Music and Art Festival Photos on Instagram – Weekend 1

By JOHN DALY Coachella Music and Art Festival Weekend 1 is in the books, but not without celebrities and would-be celebrities alike making important fashion, art and social statements. Ariana Grande closed out Weekend 1 […]

Festivals

Janelle Monae, The 1975, Make California Rocker ‘Coachella Select’ Video Playlist

April 13, 2019 News Comments Off on Janelle Monae, The 1975, Make California Rocker ‘Coachella Select’ Video Playlist

By DONNA BALANCIA Coachella Music Festival brings talent from all over the United States and abroad to Indio, Calif., and this year, international-sounding music is more evident than ever. Check out the California Rocker “Coachella […]

Festivals

Coachella 2019 Livestream: SoCal’s Music Fest Broadcast to Your Electronic Device

April 12, 2019 News Comments Off on Coachella 2019 Livestream: SoCal’s Music Fest Broadcast to Your Electronic Device

By DONNA BALANCIA Too lazy to drive to Indio for Coachella? This year viewers can watch their favorite performers as YouTube will livestream both weekends of the Coachella Music and Arts Festival, April 12-14 and […]

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