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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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Musicians

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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Musicians

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 […]

California Rocker®

  • Tinlicker ‘Moves’ the Audience With Dazzling Audio-Visual Performance in Los Angeles
    October 13, 2026 Comments Off on Tinlicker ‘Moves’ the Audience With Dazzling Audio-Visual Performance in Los Angeles
  • Wednesday Week Reunites With Live Shows, an EP of Beloved Covers + New Video – Watch
    October 11, 2026 Comments Off on Wednesday Week Reunites With Live Shows, an EP of Beloved Covers + New Video – Watch
  • Sass Jordan, Rock Vocalist, Songwriter, and ‘Irreplaceable Being of Light ,’ Passes at 65
    October 5, 2026 Comments Off on Sass Jordan, Rock Vocalist, Songwriter, and ‘Irreplaceable Being of Light ,’ Passes at 65
  • Castle Rat rocked the fans in Los Angeles - Photos (c) 2026 by Notes From Vivace
    Castle Rat Rocks Tunes of Ancient Lore in Support of New Album ‘The Bestiary’
    October 4, 2026 Comments Off on Castle Rat Rocks Tunes of Ancient Lore in Support of New Album ‘The Bestiary’
  • Sébastien Tellier Delivers French Flavor to the Fans in Support of Album ‘Kiss The Beast’
    September 28, 2026 Comments Off on Sébastien Tellier Delivers French Flavor to the Fans in Support of Album ‘Kiss The Beast’

Classic US Rocker Reviews

  • Crowd surfing with Cedric Bixler-Zavala - Photo © 2017 Donna Balancia
    After 17 Years, Fans Still Catch a Wild Show by At The Drive In and Pals Le Butcherettes at The Shrine
    May 16, 2017 Comments Off on After 17 Years, Fans Still Catch a Wild Show by At The Drive In and Pals Le Butcherettes at The Shrine
  • Sarah Rogo Charms Canyon Club Audience with Beautiful Blues
    September 24, 2017 Comments Off on Sarah Rogo Charms Canyon Club Audience with Beautiful Blues
  • Yodeling Singer-Songwriter Alice Wallace Blends Business with Beautiful Music
    May 10, 2019 Comments Off on Yodeling Singer-Songwriter Alice Wallace Blends Business with Beautiful Music
  • Ed O'Brien - Sylvia Borgo photo
    Review: Ed O’Brien Gets Personal at Masonic Lodge to Promote Solo Album, ‘Earth’
    February 16, 2020 Comments Off on Review: Ed O’Brien Gets Personal at Masonic Lodge to Promote Solo Album, ‘Earth’
  • Iggy at the Greek photo by Donna Balancia
    Iggy Pop at The Greek: Not a Tragedy He Took An Uncompromising Road
    May 1, 2016 1

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Reviews

  • Deep Purple Release Video for Title Track of Latest Album, ‘Splat!’ – Watch Here
    October 23, 2026 Comments Off on Deep Purple Release Video for Title Track of Latest Album, ‘Splat!’ – Watch Here
  • Blondie Drops Single ‘Spectral Eyes,’ First Track off Upcoming Album ‘High Noon’
    October 15, 2026 Comments Off on Blondie Drops Single ‘Spectral Eyes,’ First Track off Upcoming Album ‘High Noon’
  • Sébastien Tellier Delivers French Flavor to the Fans in Support of Album ‘Kiss The Beast’
    September 28, 2026 Comments Off on Sébastien Tellier Delivers French Flavor to the Fans in Support of Album ‘Kiss The Beast’

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East Coast Rocker

  • Long Island Music and Entertainment and Hall of Fame Hosts Second Annual Music Film Fest
    August 28, 2026 Comments Off on Long Island Music and Entertainment and Hall of Fame Hosts Second Annual Music Film Fest
  • Young The Giant, ASF, Annapolis, US Rocker
    Young The Giant, Valerie June, to Perform at Annapolis Songwriters Fest in September
    July 22, 2026 Comments Off on Young The Giant, Valerie June, to Perform at Annapolis Songwriters Fest in September
  • 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’

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Vintage Interviews

  • Wednesday and Draag Make For a Stylish Night at The Bellwether – Photos + Review
    May 22, 2024 Comments Off on Wednesday and Draag Make For a Stylish Night at The Bellwether – Photos + Review
  • Woody Guthrie Comes Alive with New Double-LP ‘Woody At Home’ – Listen
    August 18, 2025 Comments Off on Woody Guthrie Comes Alive with New Double-LP ‘Woody At Home’ – Listen
  • Music Photographer Henry Diltz Has Hundreds of Album Covers And Now He has a Lucie Award
    October 22, 2015 Comments Off on Music Photographer Henry Diltz Has Hundreds of Album Covers And Now He has a Lucie Award
  • Long Island Music and Entertainment and Hall of Fame Hosts Second Annual Music Film Fest
    August 28, 2026 Comments Off on Long Island Music and Entertainment and Hall of Fame Hosts Second Annual Music Film Fest
  • KOKOKO! Transform Ordinary Sound into Upbeat Joy with New Release, ‘BUTU’
    July 12, 2024 Comments Off on KOKOKO! Transform Ordinary Sound into Upbeat Joy with New Release, ‘BUTU’
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    Interview: Kiefer Sutherland ‘Grateful’ to Fans for Support
    April 29, 2017 1
  • The Who, 1970 - Photo © Heather Harris, used by California Rocker with permissions
    Rock Photogs Heather Harris and Markus Cuff: Let Your Lens Find The Truth
    May 12, 2015 Comments Off on Rock Photogs Heather Harris and Markus Cuff: Let Your Lens Find The Truth

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