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Month: June 2022

Live Reviews

Tower of Power and Jazz Greats Bring ‘Hipness’ to the Hollywood Bowl

June 28, 2022 News Comments Off on Tower of Power and Jazz Greats Bring ‘Hipness’ to the Hollywood Bowl

By DAN MACINTOSH WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA – The two-day Hollywood Bowl Jazz Festival finished on a beautiful Sunday afternoon/evening, with a funky set from Oakland’s Tower of Power. This is the first Bowl jazz festival since pre-pandemic, […]

Musicians

Trey Christie and Velzy Impress Music Lovers at Venice West in Los Angeles

June 22, 2022 News Comments Off on Trey Christie and Velzy Impress Music Lovers at Venice West in Los Angeles

Photos + Words by LUIS MORENO LOS ANGELES – Sitting on my couch the other night I was in the mood for some new music, from new bands.  So, I drove up to The Venice […]

Live Reviews

Linda Hoover’s ‘I Mean to Shine’ Sheds Light on Roots of Steely Dan

June 20, 2022 News Comments Off on Linda Hoover’s ‘I Mean to Shine’ Sheds Light on Roots of Steely Dan

By RICK SCHINDLER In 1970, Linda Hoover was a 19-year-old with some original songs, a pellucid soprano voice and a couple of talented unknowns in her corner: Walter Becker and Donald Fagen, who as Steely […]

Live Reviews

Paul Roessler Steps Out Front with New Album ‘The Turning Of The Bright World’

June 16, 2022 News Comments Off on Paul Roessler Steps Out Front with New Album ‘The Turning Of The Bright World’

Curated by JOHN DALY LOS ANGELES – Prolific producer Paul Roessler has stepped out from behind the production boards and into the spotlight to release The Turning Of The Bright World on July 12, 2022 via Kitten […]

Musicians

Elton John to Drop 50th Anniversary Edition of ‘Madman Across the Water’

June 15, 2022 News Comments Off on Elton John to Drop 50th Anniversary Edition of ‘Madman Across the Water’

Elton John will reissue Madman Across the Water for the album’s 50th anniversary, it was announced. The collection is available to order on 3-CD and 1 Blu-ray Super Deluxe Box Set, 4-LP, 1-LP Limited Edition […]

California Rocker®

Tame Impala Returns to Desert Daze with Iggy Pop and King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard

June 14, 2022 News Comments Off on Tame Impala Returns to Desert Daze with Iggy Pop and King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard

Edited by DONNA BALANCIA Tame Impala, Iggy Pop and King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard will headline Desert Daze 2022 it was announced. The always-eclectic festival takes place Sept. 30 – Oct. 2 in Lake […]

California Rocker®

The Kills Rock Los Angeles with 17th Anniversary Show for ‘No Wow’

June 9, 2022 News Comments Off on The Kills Rock Los Angeles with 17th Anniversary Show for ‘No Wow’

Photos and review by LUIS MORENO LOS ANGELES – The Kills rocked on their second night of a two-night stop in Los Angeles touring the 17th anniversary edition of their groundbreaking album NO WOW. The […]

Live Reviews

Review: Greg Hawkes with Eddie Japan Rev the Engines of Fans at City Winery

June 7, 2022 News Comments Off on Review: Greg Hawkes with Eddie Japan Rev the Engines of Fans at City Winery

Photos and Review by PAUL McALPINE BOSTON – Greg Hawkes with Eddie Japan took flight at Boston’s City Winery the other night, where the former keyboardist for The Cars and his popular Boston-based backing band […]

Live Reviews

Jett Kwong’s Grandma, Julia, Ughh, and Broken Baby Take Center Stage in LA

June 6, 2022 News Comments Off on Jett Kwong’s Grandma, Julia, Ughh, and Broken Baby Take Center Stage in LA

Photos and Review by NOTES FROM VIVACE LOS ANGELES – The last weekend of May was highlighted by two wonderful events at vastly different ends of Los Angeles County. First up was a Friday night […]

Classic US Rocker Reviews

  • David Bowie Celebration: A Constellation of Talent Shines Bright in the Nighttime Sky
    March 7, 2020 Comments Off on David Bowie Celebration: A Constellation of Talent Shines Bright in the Nighttime Sky
  • MJF on Tour - Review by Dan MacIntosh - Courtesy image
    Dan MacIntosh: Monterey Jazz Festival on Tour Touts Music’s Beloved Genre
    January 30, 2023 Comments Off on Dan MacIntosh: Monterey Jazz Festival on Tour Touts Music’s Beloved Genre
  • Kam Franklin and The Suffers triumph at The Echo LA - Photo © 2016 Donna Balancia
    The Suffers Rock The Echo in LA With a Scorching Sound That Heralds An Era of New Soul Music
    November 21, 2016 Comments Off on The Suffers Rock The Echo in LA With a Scorching Sound That Heralds An Era of New Soul Music
  • Sarah Rogo Charms Canyon Club Audience with Beautiful Blues
    September 24, 2017 Comments Off on Sarah Rogo Charms Canyon Club Audience with Beautiful Blues
  • 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

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Reviews

  • Des Rocs, Romes and Velvet Chains Rock The El Rey Theatre to Throngs of Devoted Fans
    April 10, 2026 Comments Off on Des Rocs, Romes and Velvet Chains Rock The El Rey Theatre to Throngs of Devoted Fans
  • Charley Crockett Releases ‘Age Of The Ram,’ Third Installment of ‘Sagebrush Trilogy’
    April 6, 2026 Comments Off on Charley Crockett Releases ‘Age Of The Ram,’ Third Installment of ‘Sagebrush Trilogy’
  • Slightly Stoopid Unveils Road Trippin Summer Tour 2026 and Stops at Festivals Across US
    March 24, 2026 Comments Off on Slightly Stoopid Unveils Road Trippin Summer Tour 2026 and Stops at Festivals Across US

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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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    ‘Trailer Park Boys’ Live: Cheeseburger Randy and Mr. Lahey Bring Comedy Show to Whisky A Go-Go
    October 19, 2016 Comments Off on ‘Trailer Park Boys’ Live: Cheeseburger Randy and Mr. Lahey Bring Comedy Show to Whisky A Go-Go
  • Cindy Lee Berryhill by Donna Balancia
    Cindy Lee Berryhill To Release New Album, ‘The Adventurist,’ Truly a Transcendent Labor of Love
    November 5, 2016 Comments Off on Cindy Lee Berryhill To Release New Album, ‘The Adventurist,’ Truly a Transcendent Labor of Love
  • EXCLUSIVE: On Tour With The Hollywood Vampires: Alice Cooper, Johnny Depp and Joe Perry on a Mission
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  • Steel Panther Photo © 2015 Donna Balancia for California Rocker
    The Sun Sets on HOB Hollywood: Steel Panther Gives Sendoff to Club
    August 10, 2015 Comments Off on The Sun Sets on HOB Hollywood: Steel Panther Gives Sendoff to Club
  • Bob Weir is on tour with 'Blue Mountain' album - Photo © 2016 Donna Balancia
    Bob Weir, Co-Founder of The Grateful Dead, Passes Away Following Cancer Battle
    January 11, 2026 Comments Off on Bob Weir, Co-Founder of The Grateful Dead, Passes Away Following Cancer Battle
  • Texas Headhunters ‘Superblues’ Group Coming to a Stage Near You
    August 8, 2025 Comments Off on Texas Headhunters ‘Superblues’ Group Coming to a Stage Near You
  • Pond Surfs the Lodge Room and into the Hearts of U.S. Fans – Photos + Review
    May 21, 2024 Comments Off on Pond Surfs the Lodge Room and into the Hearts of U.S. Fans – Photos + Review




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