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Classic Rock

Mötley Crüe’s Nikki Sixx Finds ‘Shout at The Devil’ Demo in His Closet Saturday

January 12, 2019 News 2

By DONNA BALANCIA It’s amazing what you’ll find in your closet, so imagine if you’re Nikki Sixx of Mötley Crüe. On Instagram Saturday, the famous Mötley Crüe bassist Nikki Sixx showed fans some long-lost items he retrieved from […]

Musicians

The California Rocker Video Playlist: The Damned, Fur Dixon, Katey Sagal and Iggy Pop

January 12, 2019 News Comments Off on The California Rocker Video Playlist: The Damned, Fur Dixon, Katey Sagal and Iggy Pop

California Rocker Staff Picks California Rocker staff has assembled the latest video playlist of “Cool Tunes” covering mostly punk and alternative music old and new. With selections ranging from The Damned and Peaches to Fur […]

Pond to release 'Tasmania' in March - Courtesy Image
Musicians

VIDEO: Pond Picks ‘Daisy’ as Lead Single for New Album ‘Tasmania’

January 10, 2019 News Comments Off on VIDEO: Pond Picks ‘Daisy’ as Lead Single for New Album ‘Tasmania’

By DONNA BALANCIA Australia-based Pond has a lot to say about environmental and cultural stewardship and are doing so through the video “Daisy” out today and the new album, Tasmania due March 1. The new […]

Punk

Dead Friends 46 Capture OC Punk Feel with Aptly Named Album ‘Hardcore’ 

January 10, 2019 News Comments Off on Dead Friends 46 Capture OC Punk Feel with Aptly Named Album ‘Hardcore’ 

By JOHN DALY Dead Friends 46 calls it like it is. There’s no mistaking the genre of music on their new album called Hardcore. Orange-County, Calif.-based Dead Friends 46 were formed in 2015 by hardcore-punk […]

FILM AND TV

‘Bird Box’ Writer and Band Release Compelling Album ‘Quiet Riots’

January 9, 2019 News Comments Off on ‘Bird Box’ Writer and Band Release Compelling Album ‘Quiet Riots’

By DONNA BALANCIA You don’t have to wear a blindfold to appreciate the new music by “Bird Box” writer Josh Malerman and his band. Malerman and The High Strung have released a great, 13-track album […]

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Musicians

Billie Eilish Releases Video ‘When I Was Older’ Inspired by Film ‘Roma’

January 9, 2019 News Comments Off on Billie Eilish Releases Video ‘When I Was Older’ Inspired by Film ‘Roma’

By DONNA BALANCIA It’s no surprise which film of 2018 Billie Eilish likes best going into awards season, and apparently it’s “Roma.” Eilish has released a video called “When I Was Older (Music Inspired by […]

Catfish Bottlemen - Jill Furmanovsky
Musicians

VIDEO: Catfish and the Bottlemen Release ‘Longshot,’ Play LA in March

January 8, 2019 News Comments Off on VIDEO: Catfish and the Bottlemen Release ‘Longshot,’ Play LA in March

By JOHN DALY Welsh indie rock band Catfish and the Bottlemen have released the single “Longshot” along with sweeping video of the rocky seaside of Northern England. “Longshot” is one of the most beautifully shot […]

Awards

Macy Gray, Lisa Loeb and Nita Strauss to be Honored at She Rocks Awards During NAMM

January 7, 2019 News Comments Off on Macy Gray, Lisa Loeb and Nita Strauss to be Honored at She Rocks Awards During NAMM

By JOHN DALY Macy Gray, Lisa Loeb and Nita Strauss are among the honorees at the 2019 She Rocks Awards at House of Blues Anaheim Friday, Jan. 25. Honorees will perform throughout the evening. Kicking […]

Rami Malek and Bohemian Rhapsody win Globes - 20th
Awards

Music Movies ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ ‘Green Book’ and ‘Star Is Born’ Win Golden Globes

January 6, 2019 News Comments Off on Music Movies ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ ‘Green Book’ and ‘Star Is Born’ Win Golden Globes

By DONNA BALANCIA “Bohemian Rhapsody” took Best Motion Picture, Drama, and its star Rami Malek secured the Best Actor in a Motion Picture, Drama, at The Golden Globe Awards Sunday night at The Beverly Hilton. […]

Alice Cooper and friends on New Year's Eve - Photo by Nick Ricca
Musicians

Alice Cooper Spends New Year’s Eve with Lynda Carter, Steven Tyler in Hawaii

January 4, 2019 News Comments Off on Alice Cooper Spends New Year’s Eve with Lynda Carter, Steven Tyler in Hawaii

By JOHN DALY Alice Cooper spent New Year’s Eve in Hawaii with his family and best pals including Lynda Carter and Steven Tyler. Cooper posted a posed New Year’s Eve photo on his Instagram account, […]

Flesh Eaters I Used to Be Pretty - Courtesy image
Musicians

Record Preview: New Flesh Eaters Album, ‘I Used To Be Pretty’ Has Plenty of Bite

January 3, 2019 News 1

By DONNA BALANCIA The Flesh Eaters sound better than ever and are looking good too with the new album I Used to Be Pretty.  Dave Alvin, John Doe, DJ Bonebrake, Bill Bateman, Steve Berlin and […]

Tame Impala - Photo © 2018 Donna Balancia
Musicians

Childish Gambino, Tame Impala, Ariana Grande to Headline Coachella 2019

January 2, 2019 News 1

By JOHN DALY Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival returns to the Empire Polo Club in Indio, Calif., for two weekends: April 12th – 14th and April 19th – 21st.  Childish Gambino, Tame Impala and […]

Ozzy at Ozzfest at The Forum - Image Courtesy of Death Valley Girls
By DAN MACINTOSH

Dan MacIntosh: New Year’s Eve With Ozzy Osbourne and Ozzfest a Rock Revival

January 1, 2019 News Comments Off on Dan MacIntosh: New Year’s Eve With Ozzy Osbourne and Ozzfest a Rock Revival

By DAN MACINTOSH INGLEWOOD, CA – When fans gathered on New Year’s Eve for Ozzy Osbourne’s reboot of Ozzfest, which had its genesis in the 90s, they were indeed partying like it was 1999. Metal […]

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Classic US Rocker Reviews

  • John Kay of Steppenwolf approaches 50 years in music - Photo © 2017 Heather Harris
    Prolific John Kay of Steppenwolf Approaches 50 Years of Rock Music
    March 5, 2017 Comments Off on Prolific John Kay of Steppenwolf Approaches 50 Years of Rock Music
  • Chrris Isaak and his doggie pal, Rodney: Both smile for the camera - Photo by Donna Balancia
    The Kills + Chris Isaak Appear at Ron Robinson for Fundraiser Benefitting Rational Animal
    November 30, 2016 Comments Off on The Kills + Chris Isaak Appear at Ron Robinson for Fundraiser Benefitting Rational Animal
  • At Dimebash Anthrax's Franke Bello Charlie Benante - Stephanie Cabral
    Dave Grohl, Lita Ford and Anthrax Rock Observatory for ‘Dimebash’
    January 22, 2020 Comments Off on Dave Grohl, Lita Ford and Anthrax Rock Observatory for ‘Dimebash’
  • The Residents - Photo by Craig Hammons
    The Residents Bring Their Brand of Bizarre to Sold Out Show at The Regent
    April 9, 2018 Comments Off on The Residents Bring Their Brand of Bizarre to Sold Out Show at The Regent
  • Joe Sumner and Sharlotte Gibson sing Changes - Donna Balancia (1 of 1)
    Sting’s Son Joe Sumner and Singer Sharlotte Gibson Duet on David Bowie’s ‘Changes’
    January 21, 2020 Comments Off on Sting’s Son Joe Sumner and Singer Sharlotte Gibson Duet on David Bowie’s ‘Changes’

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Reviews

  • ‘Life’s Been Good: Joe Walsh’ Auction Gives Famous Rocker a Chance to ‘Get More Stuff’
    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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    Interview: Des Rocs Sets Europe on Fire with Dynamic Rock, Launches US Tour in April
    February 18, 2024 Comments Off on Interview: Des Rocs Sets Europe on Fire with Dynamic Rock, Launches US Tour in April
  • ‘Bring That Back’ by Dirk Schwenk a Deep-Rooted Journey on ‘The Bay’ – Review
    September 7, 2025 Comments Off on ‘Bring That Back’ by Dirk Schwenk a Deep-Rooted Journey on ‘The Bay’ – Review
  • Gold Star, Will Worden and Mercedes Kilmer Grace the Stage at Zebulon in LA
    January 21, 2024 Comments Off on Gold Star, Will Worden and Mercedes Kilmer Grace the Stage at Zebulon in LA
  • The Dictators NYC to play Viper Room Nov. 11 - California Rocker
    Ross The Boss Friedman: Dictators ‘Amazed’ By Influence on Young Bands – California Rocker Interview
    October 25, 2016 Comments Off on Ross The Boss Friedman: Dictators ‘Amazed’ By Influence on Young Bands – California Rocker Interview
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    Heather Reid takes ‘Cross Words’ on the Road
    June 9, 2014 Comments Off on Heather Reid takes ‘Cross Words’ on the Road
  • Desert Daze 2017: Interview With Knitting Factory President and CEO Morgan Margolis
    October 10, 2017 Comments Off on Desert Daze 2017: Interview With Knitting Factory President and CEO Morgan Margolis
  • Robert Smith, Simon and Reeves - Photo by Donna Balancia
    The Cure Drop ‘Warsong (Chino Moreno Remix)’ off Upcoming ‘Mixes Of A Lost World’
    May 2, 2025 Comments Off on The Cure Drop ‘Warsong (Chino Moreno Remix)’ off Upcoming ‘Mixes Of A Lost World’




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