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Rolling Stones at the Rose Bowl in 2019 - Courtesy NASA:JPL
Musicians

The Rolling Stones Give Us a Gift with Well-Timed Release of ‘Scarlet’ Featuring Jimmy Page

July 30, 2020 News Comments Off on The Rolling Stones Give Us a Gift with Well-Timed Release of ‘Scarlet’ Featuring Jimmy Page

Review by AVA LIVERSIDGE In 1973, at the height of their established Rock N’ Roll royalty, The Rolling Stones released Goats Head Soup, an album leaving no territory uncharted. The album made expansive contributions to […]

Divine Horsemen
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The California Rocker Playlist: Rev Up Road Music with Divine Horsemen, The Cure, Liam Gallagher

July 30, 2020 News Comments Off on The California Rocker Playlist: Rev Up Road Music with Divine Horsemen, The Cure, Liam Gallagher

Edited by JOHN DALY The California Rocker Playlist for summer features songs that help you escape back to life as we used to know it. The Cure, The Clash and Divine Horsemen represent some vintage […]

Randy Travis in 2013 - File photo by Larry Darling
Musicians

Listen to Newly Released Randy Travis Single ‘Fool’s Love Affair’

July 29, 2020 News Comments Off on Listen to Newly Released Randy Travis Single ‘Fool’s Love Affair’

By JOHN DALY Randy Travis has released a never-before-heard single “Fool’s Love Affair.” It is the first newly discovered single by Travis since his 2013 stroke. It is released on the 35th anniversary of Travis’ […]

Vincenzo Giammanco Concerts in Your Car - Courtesy image
Musicians

Concerts In Your Car Promoter: Drive-In Shows Draw Third Eye Blind, Sublime With Rome, Fitz and the Tantrums

July 24, 2020 News Comments Off on Concerts In Your Car Promoter: Drive-In Shows Draw Third Eye Blind, Sublime With Rome, Fitz and the Tantrums

By DONNA BALANCIA Vincenzo Giammanco, founder and CEO of CBF Productions is bringing back the drive-in, only this time around it’s musicians on the big screen and not movies. Giammanco and his team are known for […]

Charley Crockett to release Welcome to Hard Times - Photo by Bobby Cochran
Musicians

Charley Crockett Helps Us Through ‘Hard Times’ with Moving Track ‘Don’t Cry’

July 23, 2020 News Comments Off on Charley Crockett Helps Us Through ‘Hard Times’ with Moving Track ‘Don’t Cry’

By DONNA BALANCIA Charley Crockett, who represents the future of modern country music, gives hope with his latest track and accompanying video, called “Don’t Cry.” “Don’t Cry” is an appropriately timed release off Crockett’s new […]

Ryan Hamilton - Courtesy photo
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Ryan Hamilton Meets his ‘Ghosts’ Across the Miles with ‘Nowhere To Go But Everywhere’

July 23, 2020 News Comments Off on Ryan Hamilton Meets his ‘Ghosts’ Across the Miles with ‘Nowhere To Go But Everywhere’

Edited by JOHN DALY Ryan Hamilton and The Harlequin Ghosts will release their new album Nowhere To Go But Everywhere on September 18th via Wicked Cool Records. The album’s first single “Jesus and John Lennon,” […]

Pretenders - Courtesy photo
Musicians

Review: The Pretenders ‘Hate for Sale’ Album a Great Work of Love for Music Fans

July 21, 2020 News Comments Off on Review: The Pretenders ‘Hate for Sale’ Album a Great Work of Love for Music Fans

By DAN MACINTOSH There are moments during The Pretenders’ new Hate for Sale album that conjure up ghosts of past Chrissie Hynde moments. Particularly “The Buzz,” which, with its distinctive guitar riff, sounds like a […]

Emitt Rhodes RIP - Courtesy
Musicians

Emitt Rhodes, Beloved Pop Musician, Passes at 70

July 20, 2020 News Comments Off on Emitt Rhodes, Beloved Pop Musician, Passes at 70

Edited by JOHN DALY Emitt Rhodes, whose endearing contributions to pop and power pop left a lingering impression on musicians and fans around the world, passed away at 70. Rhodes was born in Decatur, Ill. […]

Lee Greenwood God Bless the USA Tops Billboard Chart
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Lee Greenwood’s ‘God Bless the USA’ Takes Billboard’s Top Honors

July 19, 2020 News Comments Off on Lee Greenwood’s ‘God Bless the USA’ Takes Billboard’s Top Honors

By JOHN DALY Lee Greenwood took 36 years to get there, but he topped Billboard Magazine’s Digital Song Sales Chart with his classic “God Bless the USA.” Greenwood’s patriotic tune from 1984 has been reimagined […]

Musicians

Streetwalkin’ Cheetahs Take Us Into Familiar Territory with ‘Warzone’

July 16, 2020 News Comments Off on Streetwalkin’ Cheetahs Take Us Into Familiar Territory with ‘Warzone’

By JOHN DALY The Streetwalkin’ Cheetahs show that those who don’t remember the battles of the past are condemned to repeat them with their track and video for “Warzone.” Rock N Roll will definitely stay […]

Movie Club supports NIVA with video seen here at The Mint -
Musicians

Movie Club Pays Tribute to LA’s Independent Music Venues with Video for ‘Driftwood’

July 9, 2020 News Comments Off on Movie Club Pays Tribute to LA’s Independent Music Venues with Video for ‘Driftwood’

By JOHN DALY Movie Club the band shows its support for the independent venues with its latest video for the track “Driftwood,” in which the duo performs at a cool selection of clubs. The Mint, […]

Carlos Santana - Photo by Xavier Badosa
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A Rainbow of Diversity Created California’s Legendary Music Scene – A Timeline

July 9, 2020 News Comments Off on A Rainbow of Diversity Created California’s Legendary Music Scene – A Timeline

By DONNA BALANCIA California has a remarkably diverse music history that dates back from the ancient Indigenous times through today’s Alternative and Hip Hop sounds. History illustrates that The Golden State has always been ahead […]

Musicians

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony to be Aired on HBO on Nov. 7

July 8, 2020 News Comments Off on Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony to be Aired on HBO on Nov. 7

Edited by JOHN DALY The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Foundation has announced that this year it will replace its annual live Induction Ceremony with an HBO special honoring this year’s Inductees.  The program […]

Khruangbin review by Dan MacIntosh - Courtesy photo
Musicians

Khruangbin May Be From Houston, But ‘Mordechai’ Offers More than Slick Sound

July 7, 2020 News Comments Off on Khruangbin May Be From Houston, But ‘Mordechai’ Offers More than Slick Sound

By DAN MACINTOSH Learning that Khruangbin is from Houston, Texas, feels like discovering how the “they-must-be-English” Spoon is also from Texas. The plant life just doesn’t fit with its environment. Not an obvious fit, though […]

Dan Mangan - Photo by Thomas Henz
interviews

Exclusive Interview: Dan Mangan Talks ‘Nice’ About Music, and Charity, Side Door

July 4, 2020 News Comments Off on Exclusive Interview: Dan Mangan Talks ‘Nice’ About Music, and Charity, Side Door

Interview by SYLVIA BORGO Dan Mangan has spent his time well over the last few months, as reflected in his music and his charity that helps others, called Side Door. SB: Dan, these are crazy […]

Cocktails at Sophia's Thai Kitchen - Courtesy of the band
Musicians

Review: Cocktails Revive Alt-Pop Sound with Album ‘Catastrophic Entertainment’

July 2, 2020 News Comments Off on Review: Cocktails Revive Alt-Pop Sound with Album ‘Catastrophic Entertainment’

By JOHN DALY Cocktails smash the alternative pop genre with their latest album Catastrophic Entertainment, which puts a high-energy spin on the challenges we face today. There is a Clash-like sound to the band, which […]

Classic US Rocker Reviews

  • Billie Joe Armstrong’s The Longshot Rocks The Teragram Ballroom – Video
    June 13, 2019 Comments Off on Billie Joe Armstrong’s The Longshot Rocks The Teragram Ballroom – Video
  • Black Waat3r at the Viper Room by Donna Balancia
    Black Waat3r Breaks Down The Sound ‘Barriers’ At The Viper Room for Night of Soul Satisfaction
    July 31, 2016 Comments Off on Black Waat3r Breaks Down The Sound ‘Barriers’ At The Viper Room for Night of Soul Satisfaction
  • The Crazy World of Arthur Brown, Ruby The Hatchet, Rock the House at Catch One
    February 4, 2019 Comments Off on The Crazy World of Arthur Brown, Ruby The Hatchet, Rock the House at Catch One
  • Charming Liars - Photo © 2018 Harriet Kaplan
    Charming Liars Are Half Right, Truth Was in Music at Bootleg Show
    May 25, 2018 Comments Off on Charming Liars Are Half Right, Truth Was in Music at Bootleg Show
  • The Residents: Despite Their Appearance, Veteran Musicians Hit a Tender Note
    April 15, 2016 Comments Off on The Residents: Despite Their Appearance, Veteran Musicians Hit a Tender Note

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Reviews

  • 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
  • The Chameleons rock The Belasco in LA - Photos by Notes From Vivace
    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
  • 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

  • New Music: Sons Of Silver Drop ‘Running Out Of Words,’ Prep for Tour with Dogstar
    August 16, 2024 Comments Off on New Music: Sons Of Silver Drop ‘Running Out Of Words,’ Prep for Tour with Dogstar
  • Deap Vally - Photo © 2017 Donna Balancia
    Q and A: Deap Vally Duo Plays This Weekend’s Aftershock Fest, Preps New Songs
    October 20, 2017 Comments Off on Q and A: Deap Vally Duo Plays This Weekend’s Aftershock Fest, Preps New Songs
  • No Picture
    Bob Ezrin Tells NAMM Attendees to be Precise on Music Terminology
    January 24, 2014 Comments Off on Bob Ezrin Tells NAMM Attendees to be Precise on Music Terminology
  • Martha Davis and The Motels
    Interview: Martha Davis and The Motels at The Mint
    October 12, 2014 Comments Off on Interview: Martha Davis and The Motels at The Mint
  • Carl Crew of CIA - Photo © Donna Balancia
    Rock Show — Not Freak Show — at California Institute of Abnormalarts
    August 9, 2015 Comments Off on Rock Show — Not Freak Show — at California Institute of Abnormalarts
  • Aerosmith Guitarist Joe Perry Sets a Return to the Road with The Joe Perry Project
    May 12, 2025 Comments Off on Aerosmith Guitarist Joe Perry Sets a Return to the Road with The Joe Perry Project
  • Koh Hasebe; Distributed by Elektra Records, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
    Live Aid Concerts Get 40th Commemoration on Radio Station WXPN
    July 9, 2025 Comments Off on Live Aid Concerts Get 40th Commemoration on Radio Station WXPN




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