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On The Water Cancelled
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CANCELLED: On The Water in Huntington Beach Latest Festival to Be Scrapped

August 14, 2019 News Comments Off on CANCELLED: On The Water in Huntington Beach Latest Festival to Be Scrapped

By DONNA BALANCIA On The Water Festival, which was set for Oct. 12-13 in Huntington Beach, has been cancelled according to a post on the festival’s website. “Due to unforeseen circumstances, On The Water scheduled […]

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concerts

PREVIEW: The Cure, Pixies, Deftones Prep for ‘Pasadena Daydream Festival’

August 14, 2019 News Comments Off on PREVIEW: The Cure, Pixies, Deftones Prep for ‘Pasadena Daydream Festival’

By DAN MACINTOSH When The Cure headlines the Pasadena Daydream Festival at The Rose Bowl on Aug. 31, the band will do so as an unlikely big festival headliner. Photos: Check out The Cure at […]

Damian Marley Mauna Kea
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Damian ‘Jr. Gong’ Marley Joins Ongoing Big Island Protest Against Telescope on Mauna Kea

August 14, 2019 News Comments Off on Damian ‘Jr. Gong’ Marley Joins Ongoing Big Island Protest Against Telescope on Mauna Kea

By JOHN DALY Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley made a visit to the Big Island of Hawaii to stand in solidarity and lend his support to the protesters standing to “Protect Mauna Kea”from the invasive TMT (Thirty […]

By DAN MACINTOSH

A$AP Rocky, Cardi B, Big Sean and Miguel Run Away with Real Street Festival

August 13, 2019 News Comments Off on A$AP Rocky, Cardi B, Big Sean and Miguel Run Away with Real Street Festival

By DAN MACINTOSH ANAHEIM, CA — The first Real Street Festival, presented by radio station Real 92.3, didn’t ‘really’ take place out on the streets. In fact, its two stages butted up against a real […]

concerts

Hermosa Summer Series Touts The Score, White Buffalo, Iglu and Hartly and Mariachi El Bronx

August 12, 2019 News Comments Off on Hermosa Summer Series Touts The Score, White Buffalo, Iglu and Hartly and Mariachi El Bronx

By JOHN DALY Hermosa Summer Series features The Score and Iglu and Hartly this weekend, Aug. 17-18, and White Buffalo and Mariachi El Bronx next weekend, Aug. 24-25. The music headliner on Saturday, Aug. 17 […]

Live Reviews

Photos: Johnny Ramone Tribute at Hollywood Forever Draws Icons of Rock and Film

August 12, 2019 News Comments Off on Photos: Johnny Ramone Tribute at Hollywood Forever Draws Icons of Rock and Film

By DONNA BALANCIA Icons of music and film were on hand at Hollywood Forever Cemetery Sunday, Linda Ramone’s annual party and film screening to honor her late husband and Ramones founding member, Johnny Ramone. Some […]

concerts

Photo Gallery: Outside Lands Blends Best in Music With Golden Surroundings

August 10, 2019 News Comments Off on Photo Gallery: Outside Lands Blends Best in Music With Golden Surroundings

Check Out Sunday Set Times Photos by SYLVIA BORGO SAN FRANCISCO – Outside Lands got off to a rousing start with a range of diverse performers taking the various stages in Golden Gate Park. The […]

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Rob Zombie and Bring Me The Horizon Headline ‘Las Rageous’ fest in Downtown Vegas

August 10, 2019 News Comments Off on Rob Zombie and Bring Me The Horizon Headline ‘Las Rageous’ fest in Downtown Vegas

By JOHN DALY Rob Zombie and Bring Me The Horizon headline the third annual Las Rageous, Sin City’s rock and metal music festival at the Downtown Las Vegas Events Center on Oct. 18-19. Las Rageous […]

FILM AND TV

Johnny Ramone Tribute at Hollywood Forever Cemetery a Star-Studded Event

August 9, 2019 News Comments Off on Johnny Ramone Tribute at Hollywood Forever Cemetery a Star-Studded Event

By JOHN DALY Johnny Ramone lives on as the legacy of the founding member of The Ramones will be celebrated this Sunday at Hollywood Forever Cemetery. Check out Johnny Ramone Tribute 2019 Photos Here Linda […]

RIP

Arthur Williams Expected to Be Charged with First-Degree Murder in Killing of OC Drummer Dave McCabe

August 8, 2019 News Comments Off on Arthur Williams Expected to Be Charged with First-Degree Murder in Killing of OC Drummer Dave McCabe

UPDATE – Arthur Williams pleaded guilty to second-degree murder for the July 20, 2019 killing of drummer Dave McCabe, according to published reports. The plea was entered Tuesday, Jan. 23, 2024, before Williams was to […]

interviews

Interview: Bacon Brothers Take Their ‘Shakey Ground’ Tour to The Canyon and Beyond

August 8, 2019 News Comments Off on Interview: Bacon Brothers Take Their ‘Shakey Ground’ Tour to The Canyon and Beyond

By DONNA BALANCIA The Bacon Brothers are used to the spotlight, but making music is their first love. The Bacon Brothers will play the Canyon tonight and Napa on Aug. 9 and 10. Kevin Bacon […]

Playlist

California Rocker Video Playlist: Hot Songs for the Dog Days of Summer

August 8, 2019 News Comments Off on California Rocker Video Playlist: Hot Songs for the Dog Days of Summer

Curated by DONNA BALANCIA The California Rocker Video Playlist selects a diverse mix of the hottest songs for the Dog Days of Summer. Check out our picks for the best-rockin’ tunes from the new and […]

Live Reviews

Will Black Treats a Bermuda Audience to Engaging Indie Rock and Roll Shows

August 7, 2019 News Comments Off on Will Black Treats a Bermuda Audience to Engaging Indie Rock and Roll Shows

Words and Photos by By Suzanne H. BERMUDA – Will Black has proven again that he can capture a crowd — even on a faraway island. The Canadian independent rock singer-songwriter recently finished up a […]

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Catch Agent Orange, Jesika Von Rabbit, The Fleshtones at Tiki Oasis in San Diego Today Through Sunday

August 7, 2019 News Comments Off on Catch Agent Orange, Jesika Von Rabbit, The Fleshtones at Tiki Oasis in San Diego Today Through Sunday

By JOHN DALY Tiki Oasis, the original and largest Tiki event in the world kicks off today and features five nights and four days of live music, dance, DJs and more in San Diego. Tiki […]

The Latest

Post Malone on ‘Tonight’ With Jimmy Fallon: New Album Due Next Month, Beer Pong Battle and an Irish Duet

August 7, 2019 News Comments Off on Post Malone on ‘Tonight’ With Jimmy Fallon: New Album Due Next Month, Beer Pong Battle and an Irish Duet

By DONNA BALANCIA Post Malone showed his appealing personality, thanked his Mom for her support, talked a September album and sat down to sing an Irish-themed tune on “The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon.” Playing […]

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Rob Zombie Gets Visit from Danny Trejo and his Tacos at ‘Twins of Evil’ Show

August 6, 2019 News Comments Off on Rob Zombie Gets Visit from Danny Trejo and his Tacos at ‘Twins of Evil’ Show

By JOHN DALY To celebrate his Trejo’s Tacos partnership with Live Nation venues, actor and entrepreneur Danny Trejo surprised fans at Rob Zombie and Marilyn Manson’s “Twins of Evil” tour stop at White River Amphitheatre […]

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Wu-Tang Clan and DEVO Join Desert Daze Lineup Oct. 10-13 in Lake Perris

August 6, 2019 News Comments Off on Wu-Tang Clan and DEVO Join Desert Daze Lineup Oct. 10-13 in Lake Perris

By JOHN DALY The legendary Wu-Tang Clan joins the Desert Daze lineup, performing their debut album Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers), it was announced.  DEVO has also been added to the festival, which takes place […]

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The Latest

Ms. Lauryn Hill and H.E.R. to Perform ‘One Night Only’ at Hollywood Bowl in October

August 6, 2019 News Comments Off on Ms. Lauryn Hill and H.E.R. to Perform ‘One Night Only’ at Hollywood Bowl in October

By JOHN DALY Ms. Lauryn Hill and H.E.R. will perform a special one night only performance at The Hollywood Bowl on Wednesday, Oct. 16. The Grammy Award-winning musicians are co-headlining the event. Tickets will be […]

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Indie On The Rise: Glaare Evolves With Modern Nostalgic Sound

August 6, 2019 News Comments Off on Indie On The Rise: Glaare Evolves With Modern Nostalgic Sound

By NOTES FROM VIVACE Glaare recently hit the stage at The Satellite. As the band came on stage for their set, I was thinking that the band looked really familiar. I had never seen the […]

New Music

Lana Del Rey Writes Delicate But Direct Song ‘Looking for America’ Following Shootings

August 5, 2019 News Comments Off on Lana Del Rey Writes Delicate But Direct Song ‘Looking for America’ Following Shootings

By DONNA BALANCIA Lana Del Rey shared a new song tentatively titled “Looking for America” in response to the tragic mass shootings that have deeply impacted the nation over the last two weekends, and the […]

The Latest

Sublime With Rome Announce Headlining Tour Supporting ‘Blessings’

August 5, 2019 News Comments Off on Sublime With Rome Announce Headlining Tour Supporting ‘Blessings’

By JOHN DALY Ska-punk trio Sublime With Rome have announced a fall headlining tour with support from The Expendables and Tropidelic. The tour starts on Oct. 1 in Tulsa, OK and wraps on Oct. 13 […]

Musicians

Robert Plant, Duff McKagan, Nikki Sixx Post Good Music News on IG Accounts

August 3, 2019 News Comments Off on Robert Plant, Duff McKagan, Nikki Sixx Post Good Music News on IG Accounts

By JOHN DALY Robert Plant, Duff McKagan and Nikki Sixx posted some cool images on Instagram lately, with Plant pitching his podcast, McKagan touting his album and Sixx posting about his new baby girl. The […]

Musicians

Yoshiki Donates 10 Million Yen to Support Victims of Animation Studio Fire

August 2, 2019 News Comments Off on Yoshiki Donates 10 Million Yen to Support Victims of Animation Studio Fire

EDITED By JOHN DALY Yoshiki has donated 10 million yen ($93,821.50) in support of the victims and survivors of the July 18 Kyoto Animation fire, it was announced. After learning about the tragedy that befell the […]

Musicians

Lana Del Rey to Play Hollywood Bowl, Sacramento and San Diego

August 1, 2019 News Comments Off on Lana Del Rey to Play Hollywood Bowl, Sacramento and San Diego

By JOHN DALY Lana Del Rey will return to the road with a run of eight shows across the U.S. this fall, including stops at The Hollywood Bowl, Sacramento and San Diego. Watch video of Lana […]

The Blasters - Photo by Donna Balancia
Live Reviews

The Blasters Take Energy to New Level at Brouwerij West in San Pedro

July 31, 2019 News Comments Off on The Blasters Take Energy to New Level at Brouwerij West in San Pedro

James Intveld Dynamic in Opening Set Photos and words By DONNA BALANCIA The Blasters have not lost a step, bringing their trademark country punk to the Brouwerij West in San Pedro. This is a show […]

Indie

Photos: The Buttertones Cancel Tour, But Say Drummer Cobi is ‘Doing a Little Better’

July 31, 2019 News Comments Off on Photos: The Buttertones Cancel Tour, But Say Drummer Cobi is ‘Doing a Little Better’

By DONNA BALANCIA To the disappointment of adoring fans around the U.S., The Buttertones were forced to cancel their summer tour. Cobi the drummer is looking at the strong possibility that he may have to […]

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