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Star Party, The Binges and Ames Flames Draw Crowds to the Redwood for Donny Popejoy + Pope Tribute

July 4, 2023 News Comments Off on Star Party, The Binges and Ames Flames Draw Crowds to the Redwood for Donny Popejoy + Pope Tribute

LOS ANGELES – A tribute show for Donny Popejoy and Greg Pope Romero drew the crowds to The Redwood in downtown LA. The fortunate fans in attendance were treated to sets from The Binges, The […]

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Review + Photos: Inaugural Dum Dum Fest Unites the Los Angeles Music Community

June 28, 2023 News Comments Off on Review + Photos: Inaugural Dum Dum Fest Unites the Los Angeles Music Community

Photos and Review by NOTES FROM VIVACE The inaugural Dum Dum Fest took place at The Echo where the bands playing the night brought together the Los Angeles music community. Fun conversations among friends were […]

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Musicians

Relationship Ups and Downs: Sparks Debut ‘Escalator’ Video and Track

June 27, 2023 News Comments Off on Relationship Ups and Downs: Sparks Debut ‘Escalator’ Video and Track

By JOHN DALY It’s not easy to meet when one person is on the way up and the other is descending, as Sparks so clearly point out with the latest track plus video, “Escalator.” The […]

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Hollywood Bowl Jazz Festival a Summer Delight from Day to Night

June 23, 2023 News Comments Off on Hollywood Bowl Jazz Festival a Summer Delight from Day to Night

Review By DAN MACINTOSH HOLLYWOOD, Calif. – Although it would be stretching the truth to call this weekend’s Hollywood Bowl festival a strictly jazz event, there were jazz elements mixed into various presented genres that […]

Musicians

Dan MacIntosh: Ringo Starr and his All Starr Band Make it a Night of Nostalgia at the Greek

June 21, 2023 News Comments Off on Dan MacIntosh: Ringo Starr and his All Starr Band Make it a Night of Nostalgia at the Greek

Ringo Starr Greek Theatre June 15, 2023 By DAN MACINTOSH LOS ANGELES, CA – We’re happy to report Ringo Starr is still looking well and sounding great at 82 years old, and he brought his […]

interviews

Peter Case Draws on Stories and Songs from ‘A Million Miles Away’ to Regale McCabe’s Fans

June 19, 2023 News Comments Off on Peter Case Draws on Stories and Songs from ‘A Million Miles Away’ to Regale McCabe’s Fans

Peter Case McCabe’s Guitar Shop June 16, 2023 By DAN MACINTOSH SANTA MONICA, CA – Seeing Peter Case at McCabe’s is akin to the ultimate intimate SoCal concert experience. Case, who played all the local […]

Musicians

Tommy Stinson On His Illustrious Music Career: ‘I Try and Challenge Myself at Every Turn’

June 16, 2023 News Comments Off on Tommy Stinson On His Illustrious Music Career: ‘I Try and Challenge Myself at Every Turn’

Former Replacements Bassist Releases New Album, ‘Wronger’ Interview by DAN MACINTOSH You’d never have predicted it, back when Tommy Stinson started playing in a Rock N Roll band as a teenager, that he’d eventually evolve […]

Musicians

Justin Little, Whose Clients Include Death Cab, Toro Y Moi, PUP, Joins Brilliant Corners

June 15, 2023 News Comments Off on Justin Little, Whose Clients Include Death Cab, Toro Y Moi, PUP, Joins Brilliant Corners

Justin Little has joined Brilliant Corners Artist Management as the senior member of the firm’s Los Angeles division, it was announced. Brilliant Corners represents artists including Death Cab For Cutie, The Postal Service, Toro Y […]

California Rocker®

Live Review: Rodrigo Y Gabriela Strum Lively with ‘In Between Thoughts … A New World’

June 11, 2023 News Comments Off on Live Review: Rodrigo Y Gabriela Strum Lively with ‘In Between Thoughts … A New World’

By DAN MACINTOSH HIGHLAND, Calif. – The unique guitar duo, Rodrigo y Gabriela, celebrated the recent release of the album, In Between Thoughts … A New World, with an engaging evening of instrumental music. Although […]

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Julez and the Rollerz Debut EP ‘Is This Where The Party Is?’ at Non Plus Ultra

June 9, 2023 News Comments Off on Julez and the Rollerz Debut EP ‘Is This Where The Party Is?’ at Non Plus Ultra

Photos + Review by NOTES FROM VIVACE Los Angeles – Julez and the Rollerz played Non Plus Ultra to celebrate the release of their EP Is This Where The Party Is? on recent Friday night. […]

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Review: Petty Human Emotions Take Familiar Steps with Their Inventive New Album

June 8, 2023 News Comments Off on Review: Petty Human Emotions Take Familiar Steps with Their Inventive New Album

By AVA LIVERSIDGE The self-titled debut LP from Los Angeles-based alt-rock outfit Petty Human Emotions packs a serious punch. What began as singer-songwriter James Nardiello’s solo project transformed into a robust rock project, fueled by […]

Musicians

Review: Pussy Riot and Von Teach Some Lessons at Catch One in Los Angeles

June 7, 2023 News Comments Off on Review: Pussy Riot and Von Teach Some Lessons at Catch One in Los Angeles

Photos and review by MIMI B. US Rocker Creative Director LOS ANGELES – “Adulterer,” that’s what I was called as I entered Catch One, the LA nightclub. I was there for what was tabbed “Von’s […]

Musicians

Yungblud Team Teases ‘Lowlife’ to Drive a New Era for the Popular UK Performer

June 5, 2023 News Comments Off on Yungblud Team Teases ‘Lowlife’ to Drive a New Era for the Popular UK Performer

Photos and report by MIMI B. Stomping in my boots from Beverly Blvd. north to Melrose Ave., I was sharing excitement with staffers about this “activation” with Yungblud and IHEARTCOMIX. The event was to promote […]

Stan Snow Into the Great Beyond album
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Review: Stan Snow’s ‘Into the Great Beyond’ Album an Optimistic Look into the Future

June 4, 2023 News Comments Off on Review: Stan Snow’s ‘Into the Great Beyond’ Album an Optimistic Look into the Future

By DONNA BALANCIA Into the Great Beyond by Stan Snow is simply a remarkable work. Snow is a storyteller who inspires, talking about the human condition … while he still can. The topics Snow covers […]

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Press Releases

Release: Beach Boys’ ‘Pet Sounds’ Gets Dolby Atmos Remix by Producer Giles Martin

June 2, 2023 News Comments Off on Release: Beach Boys’ ‘Pet Sounds’ Gets Dolby Atmos Remix by Producer Giles Martin

Release Los Angeles – June 2, 2023 – Widely regarded as one of the greatest albums of all time, The Beach Boys’ Pet Sounds, changed the notion of what an album could be when released […]

Musicians

Mike Peters of The Alarm Wrote New Album, ‘Forwards’ to Inspire People to Keep Fighting

June 1, 2023 News Comments Off on Mike Peters of The Alarm Wrote New Album, ‘Forwards’ to Inspire People to Keep Fighting

Cancer Battle Has Given His Songs ‘New Meaning,’ Peters Says Interview by DAN MACINTOSH Mike Peters of The Alarm is one of the most positive people in Rock and Roll. Formed in 1981, his band […]

Rocky Roberts & Friends
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Renowned Guitar Tech Rocky Roberts and his Friends Take a Look Back with ‘Pieces of Time’

June 1, 2023 News Comments Off on Renowned Guitar Tech Rocky Roberts and his Friends Take a Look Back with ‘Pieces of Time’

By DONNA BALANCIA Perhaps it’s true, after all, that guitar techs make the best musicians. Rocky Roberts, guitar tech to some of the most renowned rockers, has released an EP, Pieces of Time by Rocky […]

The Amish Outlaws rock the crowds - Photo by Donna Balancia
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The Amish Outlaws Kick Off the Summer in Rowdy Style at Dewey Beach

May 30, 2023 News Comments Off on The Amish Outlaws Kick Off the Summer in Rowdy Style at Dewey Beach

By DONNA BALANCIA DEWEY BEACH, De. – Memorial Day launches the summer season at the Mid-Atlantic beaches, bringing hordes of sun-starved college and post-college people to the sand and surf.  It’s a rowdy scene of […]

Musicians

Gary Sinise and Lt. Dan Band Rock Veterans on Memorial Day Weekend

May 28, 2023 News Comments Off on Gary Sinise and Lt. Dan Band Rock Veterans on Memorial Day Weekend

By DONNA BALANCIA WASHINGTON, D.C. – Gary Sinise reunited with “Forrest Gump” co-star Mykelti Williamson for a Memorial Day weekend performance of the Lt. Dan Band at Constitution Hall in Washington, D.C. The free Friday night […]

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Sisters of Mercy Bring the Goth to SoCal with Historic Show at Hollywood Palladium

May 26, 2023 News Comments Off on Sisters of Mercy Bring the Goth to SoCal with Historic Show at Hollywood Palladium

Sisters Of Mercy The Hollywood Palladium May 23, 2023 Review by DAN MACINTOSH WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA – It seemed like every Goth in SoCal came to see genre veterans Sisters Of Mercy at the historic […]

Musicians

Tina Turner, Legendary Queen of Rock ‘N’ Roll, Passes Away at 83

May 25, 2023 News Comments Off on Tina Turner, Legendary Queen of Rock ‘N’ Roll, Passes Away at 83

By DONNA BALANCIA Tina Turner, who overcame many life challenges to rise to the top of the Rock ‘N’ Roll charts, has passed away after a long health battle. She was 83. Born Anna Mae […]

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Billy Idol and Gang of Four Rock the Crowds at Cruel World (Day One)

May 23, 2023 News Comments Off on Billy Idol and Gang of Four Rock the Crowds at Cruel World (Day One)

Photos and Review by LUIS MORENO PASADENA, Calif. – Cruel World Fest was a celebration of music of the 1980s, but a warning of inclement weather cut the good times short. Up until the end […]

The Cure at North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre - Photos by SYLVIA BORGO
California Rocker®

The Cure Delivers the Remedy as ‘Songs of a Lost World Tour’ Hits San Diego

May 22, 2023 News Comments Off on The Cure Delivers the Remedy as ‘Songs of a Lost World Tour’ Hits San Diego

Photos and Review by SYLVIA BORGO SAN DIEGO – The Cure delivered a captivating performance at the North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre, marking the sixth show of their highly anticipated Songs of a Lost World […]

Elliot Easton of The Cars - Photo by Mimi B
Musicians

Elliot Easton Lets The ‘Good Times Roll’ at Party for New Rhino High Fidelity Series

May 19, 2023 News Comments Off on Elliot Easton Lets The ‘Good Times Roll’ at Party for New Rhino High Fidelity Series

By MIMI B. Creative Director, US Rocker LOS ANGELES – Elliot Easton told a crowd at a special listening party that making The Cars debut album was pure magic. He was on hand at Common […]

The Cars by Rhino High Fidelity
Musicians

Rhino Charges Ahead with New Premium Vinyl Series, Rhino High Fidelity

May 19, 2023 News Comments Off on Rhino Charges Ahead with New Premium Vinyl Series, Rhino High Fidelity

Edited by JOHN DALY The Cars and Coltrane’s Sound are the first two reissues to be released by Rhino High Fidelity, a new premium vinyl series, it was announced today. The new series represents Rhino’s […]

Laveda - Photos by NOTES FROM VIVACE
Musicians

Gal Pal, Powder Pink & Sweet and Laveda Rock Permanent Records Roadhouse

May 18, 2023 News Comments Off on Gal Pal, Powder Pink & Sweet and Laveda Rock Permanent Records Roadhouse

By NOTES FROM VIVACE LOS ANGELES – Permanent Records Roadhouse on a recent Saturday night was the place to be for lovers of sonic sounds. Powder Pink & Sweet opened up the night with a […]

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    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
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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
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    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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