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Month: September 2022

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Mike Campbell Keeps the Music Going, Five Years After the Death of Tom Petty

September 30, 2022 News Comments Off on Mike Campbell Keeps the Music Going, Five Years After the Death of Tom Petty

Photos and Story by DONNA BALANCIA Mike Campbell plays on, approaching five years after the death of his best friend, Tom Petty. Campbell, the co-founder of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, is recording and touring […]

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The Nervous Eaters Drop ‘Hop Sing Said’ off Upcoming Album ‘Monsters + Angels’

September 30, 2022 News Comments Off on The Nervous Eaters Drop ‘Hop Sing Said’ off Upcoming Album ‘Monsters + Angels’

The Nervous Eaters have delivered a new 10-track album, Monsters + Angels, released through Stevie Van Zandt’s label, Wicked Cool Records. The first track to drop is “Hop Sing Said,” out today. The Boston band […]

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Review: Richie Ramone Band Delivers Fast-Paced Show in Boyle Heights

September 29, 2022 News Comments Off on Review: Richie Ramone Band Delivers Fast-Paced Show in Boyle Heights

Richie Ramone Band The Paramount Sept. 9, 2022 Photos and Review by HEATHER HARRIS LOS ANGELES, Calif. – Richie Ramone and Band delivered 31 songs in 52 thrill-packed minutes to an enraptured crowd. The drummer and […]

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Dan MacIntosh Review: Smithereens ‘The Lost Album’ a Happy Surprise for the Fans

September 28, 2022 News Comments Off on Dan MacIntosh Review: Smithereens ‘The Lost Album’ a Happy Surprise for the Fans

Smithereens The Lost Album Sunset Blvd. Records Review by DAN MACINTOSH Although The Smithereens continue to tour with the wonderful Marshall Crenshaw oftentimes taking the lead vocal spot of the late DiNizio, that great New […]

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Photos: ‘Frantic City’ Fest in Atlantic City was an Alternative Punk Reunion

September 27, 2022 News Comments Off on Photos: ‘Frantic City’ Fest in Atlantic City was an Alternative Punk Reunion

Review + Photos by DONNA BALANCIA ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. – Frantic City was reminiscent of the early days of one of the big punk festivals and attracted a range of music lovers to the world-famous […]

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‘Anvil! The Story of Anvil!’ Docu Gets All the Applause at Red Carpet

September 26, 2022 News Comments Off on ‘Anvil! The Story of Anvil!’ Docu Gets All the Applause at Red Carpet

ANVIL! THE STORY OF ANVIL! Film and Q & A Saban Theatre Photos + Review by LUIS MORENO BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. – The second world premiere of ANVIL! THE STORY OF ANVIL! was held at the […]

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‘Dio: Dreamers Never Die’ LA Premiere Draws Rock ‘N’ Roll Heavy Hitters

September 22, 2022 News Comments Off on ‘Dio: Dreamers Never Die’ LA Premiere Draws Rock ‘N’ Roll Heavy Hitters

LOS ANGELES – The documentary film Dio: Dreamers Never Die, about the life of heavy metal legend Ronnie James Dio, drew a range of Rock ‘N’ Roll personalities at its Los Angeles premiere. Held at the […]

Brandi Carlile - All photos by LUIS MORENO
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Inaugural BeachLife Ranch Festival Leaves Crowds Longing for More ‘California Country’

September 20, 2022 News Comments Off on Inaugural BeachLife Ranch Festival Leaves Crowds Longing for More ‘California Country’

Photos and Review by LUIS MORENO REDONDO BEACH, Calif. – BeachLife Ranch delivered in its first year and left the SoCal crowds longing for more “California Country.” Sunday started like any typical beach day here […]

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Zealyn Celebrates EP Release with Enraptured Fans in Los Angeles

September 19, 2022 News Comments Off on Zealyn Celebrates EP Release with Enraptured Fans in Los Angeles

Photos and Review by NOTES FROM VIVACE LOS ANGELES – Zealyn (Angie Miller) celebrated her angst-filled titled EP release, I Think I’m Struggling With Getting Older, with an enraptured fan base at The Echo on […]

Lumineers at BeachLife Ranch - Luis Moreno
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Photos: Inaugural BeachLife Ranch Brings ‘Americana Country’ to Redondo Beach

September 18, 2022 News Comments Off on Photos: Inaugural BeachLife Ranch Brings ‘Americana Country’ to Redondo Beach

Photos and Review by LUIS MORENO REDONDO BEACH, Calif. – Having been raised in Southern California most of my life, I can say the Californians I know have never been cowboy fanatics. Especially living here […]

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Teri Gender Bender Inspires with Latest Track and New Music Collection

September 17, 2022 News Comments Off on Teri Gender Bender Inspires with Latest Track and New Music Collection

By DONNA BALANCIA Teri Gender Bender has released a new single called “The Get Up” and it’s a cool mix of funk, space-echo synth and refreshing innovation. The beloved songwriter and performer harnesses a futuristic […]

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BeachLife Ranch Kicks it in Redondo Beach with Lumineers, Dierks Bentley

September 15, 2022 News Comments Off on BeachLife Ranch Kicks it in Redondo Beach with Lumineers, Dierks Bentley

REDONDO BEACH, Calif. – BeachLife Ranch Country and Americana kicks it with a diverse group of modern luminaries like The Lumineers, Dierks Bentley and Brandi Carlile this weekend in Redondo Beach, Calif. Hall and Oates […]

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Jackson Browne Pens the Times of Our Lives, All We Need to Do is Listen

September 13, 2022 News Comments Off on Jackson Browne Pens the Times of Our Lives, All We Need to Do is Listen

Review: Jackson Browne Pacific Amphitheatre “An Evening With Jackson Browne” Review by LUIS MORENO COSTA MESA, Calif. – “An Evening With Jackson Browne” … A lifetime of memories! It’s the early mid-70’s in a 1965 […]

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The Goo Goo Dolls Rock The Santa Barbara Bowl – Photos + Review

September 8, 2022 News Comments Off on The Goo Goo Dolls Rock The Santa Barbara Bowl – Photos + Review

The Goo Goo Dolls With Blue October Summer 2022 Tour Santa Barbara Bowl, 09.03.22 Photos + Review by JULIE ANN SHAW I can’t remember a time in my life when The Goo Goo Dolls was […]

Live Reviews

Elvis Costello Wraps ‘Boy Named If’ Tour With All The Fan Favorites

September 6, 2022 News Comments Off on Elvis Costello Wraps ‘Boy Named If’ Tour With All The Fan Favorites

Elvis Costello Yaamava’ Theater September 3, 2022 By DAN MACINTOSH HIGHLAND, CA – This casino show was one of Elvis Costello’s California dates without his longtime friend and collaborator, Nick Lowe, as the opener. While […]

The Killers in LA - Photo by Rob Loud
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The Killers and Audience Connect for One of Many ‘Reasons Known’

September 1, 2022 News Comments Off on The Killers and Audience Connect for One of Many ‘Reasons Known’

The Killers / Johnny Marr August 27, 2022 Banc of California Stadium By DAN MACINTOSH –  LOS ANGELES, CA – The Killers may be from the most un-Rock N Roll sin city of Las Vegas, […]

Classic US Rocker Reviews

  • Noveller Gives Us a Glimpse into the Future of Music With Elegant and Haunting Show at The Echoplex
    July 6, 2017 Comments Off on Noveller Gives Us a Glimpse into the Future of Music With Elegant and Haunting Show at The Echoplex
  • Parquet Courts Have Seen Shinier Days as Band Disses LA on Heels of Cancelled Orange County Show
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  • Courtney Orsinelli of Royal Illusions Performs at Ladies Rock Camp Los Angeles - Photo © 2015 Donna Balancia
    Ladies Rock Show Los Angeles Raises Money to Comp Girls’ Music Camp
    August 7, 2015 Comments Off on Ladies Rock Show Los Angeles Raises Money to Comp Girls’ Music Camp
  • Drug, Jail Weddings, Perform Eclectic Pre-Desert Daze Show at Joshua Tree Saloon
    October 13, 2017 Comments Off on Drug, Jail Weddings, Perform Eclectic Pre-Desert Daze Show at Joshua Tree Saloon
  • REVIEW: Simple Minds Proves to be More Than ‘The Breakfast Club’ in Concert
    October 31, 2018 Comments Off on REVIEW: Simple Minds Proves to be More Than ‘The Breakfast Club’ in Concert

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  • Carter Vail Single ‘Ants In My Room’ Depicts Just That, With a Little ‘Extra’ – Review
    February 1, 2026 Comments Off on Carter Vail Single ‘Ants In My Room’ Depicts Just That, With a Little ‘Extra’ – Review
  • Alice Cooper Says Hitting The Stage Keeps Him Young on Rock & Roll High School Podcast
    January 16, 2026 Comments Off on Alice Cooper Says Hitting The Stage Keeps Him Young on Rock & Roll High School Podcast
  • Father John Misty, Trombone Shorty and Grace Potter Headline Winnetka Music Festival
    January 13, 2026 Comments Off on Father John Misty, Trombone Shorty and Grace Potter Headline Winnetka Music Festival

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  • 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

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    Review: Television Gets Good Reception at Teragram Ballroom, Phoebe Bridgers Shows Grace
    August 8, 2015 Comments Off on Review: Television Gets Good Reception at Teragram Ballroom, Phoebe Bridgers Shows Grace
  • 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
  • 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
  • Dave Pirner of Soul Asylum at the Whisky A Go Go - Photo by Donna Balancia for California Rocker
    The California Rocker Interview: Soul Asylum Founder Dave Pirner Talks ‘Change of Fortune’
    June 29, 2016 Comments Off on The California Rocker Interview: Soul Asylum Founder Dave Pirner Talks ‘Change of Fortune’
  • Interview: Aryeè The Gem Shares Her Evening With Us at The Fonda in Los Angeles
    March 12, 2024 Comments Off on Interview: Aryeè The Gem Shares Her Evening With Us at The Fonda in Los Angeles
  • Sasami - All photos by Notes From Vivace
    Sasami Launches Blood On the Silver Screen Tour Before Welcoming Crowd in LA
    April 22, 2025 Comments Off on Sasami Launches Blood On the Silver Screen Tour Before Welcoming Crowd in LA
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    Chainsaw’s ‘Mr. Twister’ is Right on Target, But This Time in a Different Arena
    August 7, 2015 Comments Off on Chainsaw’s ‘Mr. Twister’ is Right on Target, But This Time in a Different Arena




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