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Month: August 2020

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Musicians

VMA Winners: Miley Cyrus Swings, Lady Gaga Masks Up at MTV Video Music Awards

August 30, 2020 News Comments Off on VMA Winners: Miley Cyrus Swings, Lady Gaga Masks Up at MTV Video Music Awards

By JOHN DALY Miley Cyrus revived the wrecking ball with her performance and Lady Gaga was named artist of the year at the MTV Video Music Awards Sunday night from New York. The Weeknd won […]

Musicians

Review: Iggy Pop and ‘The Stooges Live at Goose Lake’ a Gem, Scratches and All

August 21, 2020 News Comments Off on Review: Iggy Pop and ‘The Stooges Live at Goose Lake’ a Gem, Scratches and All

By DAN MACINTOSH With Live at Goose Lake: August 8th 1970, Third Man Record has released the final performance by the original Stooges. It’s perfectly appropriate to make this live performance of the Funhouse album […]

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Musicians

The Chicks Make Their Return with ‘Gaslighter’ Just When We Needed Them

August 16, 2020 News Comments Off on The Chicks Make Their Return with ‘Gaslighter’ Just When We Needed Them

By DAN MACINTOSH If all you know about Gaslighter, the new album by The Chicks (formerly Dixie Chicks), is the song – and overly social justice warrior-y accompanying video – “March March,” you might assume […]

Alison Mosshart Sound Wheel
Musicians

Alison Mosshart Rolls with ‘Sound Wheel,’ an Ode to Automotive Bliss

August 14, 2020 News Comments Off on Alison Mosshart Rolls with ‘Sound Wheel,’ an Ode to Automotive Bliss

By AVA LIVERSIDGE Alison Mosshart, a name previously heard in association with The Kills, Dead Weather, and, simply, Jack White, all key players in the resurgence of alt-rock, is now a force all on her […]

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Interview: Andy Crofts Pursues his Passions With Music, Photography and Podcast

August 10, 2020 News Comments Off on Interview: Andy Crofts Pursues his Passions With Music, Photography and Podcast

The Moons’ New video for ‘Today’ Out Now By SYLVIA BORGO Andy Crofts is taking the time to pursue all his passions: Music, photography and interviews via his podcast. With a new video out, called […]

Musicians

Arsun Sorrenti Track ‘Lay Me Down’ Blends Indie and Alt-Americana for New Sound

August 9, 2020 News Comments Off on Arsun Sorrenti Track ‘Lay Me Down’ Blends Indie and Alt-Americana for New Sound

By AVA LIVERSIDGE Arsun Sorrenti, the 19-year-old energizing a unique neofolk rock scene, just released a new single “Lay Me Down.” Despite having only a few EPs and singles in his arsenal of work, Arsun still […]

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The Knitts Drop ‘Dimensions’ and Give People New Perspectives

August 8, 2020 News Comments Off on The Knitts Drop ‘Dimensions’ and Give People New Perspectives

By JOHN DALY The Knitts offer a range of perspectives with their new track and accompanying video called “Dimensions.” The California band gets the point across: We’ve likely all been going through different stages for […]

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Review: Fontaines D.C. Breathe Life Into Inspiring Punk Album, ‘A Hero’s Death’

August 6, 2020 News Comments Off on Review: Fontaines D.C. Breathe Life Into Inspiring Punk Album, ‘A Hero’s Death’

By DAN MACINTOSH Dublin’s Fontaines D.C. has been described as a post-punk revival band, and A Hero’s Death, its second full-length album, is a strong collection of impassioned, punk-inspired Rock N Roll. Lead singer Grian Chatten […]

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Musicians

Taylor Swift Lets Her Most Personal Feelings Shine with Newest Gem, ‘Folklore’

August 2, 2020 News Comments Off on Taylor Swift Lets Her Most Personal Feelings Shine with Newest Gem, ‘Folklore’

By DAN MACINTOSH In today’s music world, where ‘the record album’ has been so severely devalued, every Taylor Swift full-length release is an event. Taylor doesn’t just create and release albums, but each time she […]

Classic US Rocker Reviews

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    No Longer The Little ‘Brokechella,’ BROKE LA Fest Grows into its New Name
    April 23, 2016 Comments Off on No Longer The Little ‘Brokechella,’ BROKE LA Fest Grows into its New Name
  • Mike Patton will be on hand for Festival of Disruption - Photo © Donna Balancia
    Mike Patton Debuts as Frontman with Dave Lombardo’s Dead Cross at Observatory for First Show
    August 11, 2017 Comments Off on Mike Patton Debuts as Frontman with Dave Lombardo’s Dead Cross at Observatory for First Show
  • Mark and Sarah Hudson, Soul Asylum’s Dave Pirner, Butch Walker, and The Hooters, Jam at ASCAP
    April 14, 2017 1
  • Interview: Drug Church Frontman Patrick Kindlon Talks ‘Cheer’ Ahead of Wiltern Gig
    June 12, 2019 Comments Off on Interview: Drug Church Frontman Patrick Kindlon Talks ‘Cheer’ Ahead of Wiltern Gig
  • White Buffalo, SWMRS and NOFX Among Musicians Making Most of Online Resources During Quarantine
    March 16, 2020 Comments Off on White Buffalo, SWMRS and NOFX Among Musicians Making Most of Online Resources During Quarantine

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Reviews

  • The Riflebirds of Portland reissue 'April' - Courtesy image for US Rocker
    The Riflebirds of Portland Fly High with Reissue of 1988 Debut Album ‘April’
    February 24, 2026 Comments Off on The Riflebirds of Portland Fly High with Reissue of 1988 Debut Album ‘April’
  • Anne Richmond Boston Covers Many Miles to Finally Bring ‘I Should Be Happy’ to Fans
    February 22, 2026 Comments Off on Anne Richmond Boston Covers Many Miles to Finally Bring ‘I Should Be Happy’ to Fans
  • Facebook Superstar is the lead single off 'Hall of Frames by Vince Conrad - Courtesy image for US Rocker
    Vince Conrad’s Stellar Album ‘Hall of Frames’ Takes on ‘New Society’ with Humor and Depth
    February 19, 2026 Comments Off on Vince Conrad’s Stellar Album ‘Hall of Frames’ Takes on ‘New Society’ with Humor and Depth

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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
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    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

  • Vince Conrad Productions Strikes Hidden Gold with Remastered Punk Hits
    February 2, 2016 Comments Off on Vince Conrad Productions Strikes Hidden Gold with Remastered Punk Hits
  • Lisa Crawley - All photos by Notes From Vivace for US Rocker
    Review and Interview with Multi-Talented Lisa Crawley at Hotel Cafe
    April 16, 2025 Comments Off on Review and Interview with Multi-Talented Lisa Crawley at Hotel Cafe
  • Interview: MILCK Turns the Fight For Rights into Interactive and Healing Works of Art
    September 25, 2024 Comments Off on Interview: MILCK Turns the Fight For Rights into Interactive and Healing Works of Art
  • Jesse Nolan, Tim and Rooney's Rob Schwartzman - Photo © 2015 Donna Balancia
    Engage With Audience Say Jesse Nolan, Tim Wheeler and Rob Schwartzman
    October 14, 2015 Comments Off on Engage With Audience Say Jesse Nolan, Tim Wheeler and Rob Schwartzman
  • EXCLUSIVE: Tom Cusimano of The Walcotts Gives Solo Show For CaliforniaRocker.com
    April 11, 2017 Comments Off on EXCLUSIVE: Tom Cusimano of The Walcotts Gives Solo Show For CaliforniaRocker.com
  • Interview: Barns Courtney Talks Music, Fashion Sense and Keeping the Excitement Going
    November 17, 2023 Comments Off on Interview: Barns Courtney Talks Music, Fashion Sense and Keeping the Excitement Going
  • David and The Curse for CaliforniaRocker.com
    Interview: David and The Curse Drop Single ‘She Loves The Night’
    November 10, 2016 Comments Off on Interview: David and The Curse Drop Single ‘She Loves The Night’




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