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Steve Postell inspires with human-driven 'Walking Through These Blues' - Photo by Jeff Fasano US Rocker Donna Balancia
By DONNA BALANCIA

Steve Postell is ‘Walking Through These Blues’ with Hope for the Future of Music – Q and A

June 29, 2025 News Comments Off on Steve Postell is ‘Walking Through These Blues’ with Hope for the Future of Music – Q and A

Music’s Busiest Sideman Steps Out with New Album – Steve Postell, known for his work with fellow musicians from David Crosby to The Immediate Family, is a prolific sideman who steps out front with his […]

Musicians

Sarah McLachlan Releases ‘Better Broken’ Video + Title Track from Upcoming Album

June 27, 2025 News Comments Off on Sarah McLachlan Releases ‘Better Broken’ Video + Title Track from Upcoming Album

Sarah McLachlan has released “Better Broken,” her first album of new material in more than a decade. “Better Broken” is set for a September 19 arrival via Concord Records. Her 10th studio album and debut release for Concord […]

Robert Kovacik, Blair Underwood, Kim Fields, Dianna Ljungaeus and Danny Bakewell, Jr. at SoCal Journalism Awards - Photos by Alyson Camus US Rocker
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US Rocker Among Honorees at 67th SoCal Journalism Awards – Photos and Coverage

June 26, 2025 News Comments Off on US Rocker Among Honorees at 67th SoCal Journalism Awards – Photos and Coverage

Kim Fields, Bill Plaschke, Clarissa Ward Receive Awards -Photos and event coverage by ALYSON CAMUS LOS ANGELES – US Rocker® was honored by the Los Angeles Press Club with two awards – a second-place award […]

Musicians

Cage The Elephant Add October Headline Dates to Tour Schedule, Support Oasis

June 25, 2025 News Comments Off on Cage The Elephant Add October Headline Dates to Tour Schedule, Support Oasis

Tour News – Cage The Elephant have added October dates to their tour schedule, including stops in Detroit, Philadelphia, Philadelphia, Port Chester, N.Y., and Boston. The theatre tour, in support of their most recent album […]

Musicians

GWAR Descends on The North American Public with ‘The Return of Gor Gor’ Tour

June 24, 2025 News Comments Off on GWAR Descends on The North American Public with ‘The Return of Gor Gor’ Tour

GWAR, the other-worldly shock rocker troupe of aliens and other creatures, have announced The Return of Gor Gor Tour, a major North American trek to support their new multimedia release. GWAR is also laying to […]

Musicians

Colin Hay Reimagines ‘Blue For You’ on his New Album, ‘Man @ Work Volume 2’

June 22, 2025 News Comments Off on Colin Hay Reimagines ‘Blue For You’ on his New Album, ‘Man @ Work Volume 2’

Former Men at Work frontman and renowned singer-songwriter Colin Hay released the first single from his upcoming album “Man @ Work Volume 2,” a new recording of the reggae-inflected “Blue for You.” The song was […]

Band of Skulls - All photos by Notes From Vivace for US Rocker
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Band of Skulls Unearth High Energy Fans Who Also Dig Mystic Knights

June 20, 2025 News Comments Off on Band of Skulls Unearth High Energy Fans Who Also Dig Mystic Knights

Photos and review by NOTES FROM VIVACE LOS ANGELES – Band of Skulls did not forget their California fans. After finishing up their tour in support of Jet, the band did a quick two stop […]

Robert Randolph - Photo by Julian Gross
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Robert Randolph Tours This Summer and Fall in Support of New Album, ‘Preacher Kids’

June 19, 2025 News Comments Off on Robert Randolph Tours This Summer and Fall in Support of New Album, ‘Preacher Kids’

Release – Robert Randolph has announced a run of U.S. tour dates in support of his upcoming album “Preacher Kids,” which will be released June 27 via Sun Records. Randolph will be bringing the fire […]

B-52s and Devo Mary Ellen Matthews
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The B-52s and Devo Unite for the 2025 ‘Cosmic De-Evolution Tour,’ Lene Lovich Opens

June 18, 2025 News Comments Off on The B-52s and Devo Unite for the 2025 ‘Cosmic De-Evolution Tour,’ Lene Lovich Opens

Release – Two of rock’s most influential forces, The B-52s and Devo, will unite for the 2025 “Cosmic De-Evolution Tour”: a co-headlining 11-date run serving as both bands’ continuing concert farewells. Lene Lovich will open […]

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Steve Perry Memorabilia Auction Raises $215K for Fire Victims

June 17, 2025 News Comments Off on Steve Perry Memorabilia Auction Raises $215K for Fire Victims

As Altadena continues to rebuild its neighborhoods after the devastating Los Angeles wildfires, famous frontman Steve Perry has raised $215,00 from his auction to help raise money for the fire victims via Sweet Relief Musicians […]

Peach Pit - All photos by Notes From Vivace for US Rocker
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Peach Pit Brings Back Fond Memories and Makes New Ones at the Greek in LA

June 15, 2025 News Comments Off on Peach Pit Brings Back Fond Memories and Makes New Ones at the Greek in LA

Photos and review by NOTES FROM VIVACE LOS ANGELES – Peach Pit mentioned to the Greek Theatre crowd that they played their first US show at the Bootleg Theater eight years ago. Lead singer Neil […]

Brian Wilson performed in Burbank in 2018 - Photo by Angelica Smith for US Rocker
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Brian Wilson Dies, Friends and Fans Mourn the Man Who Was Made For These Times

June 12, 2025 News Comments Off on Brian Wilson Dies, Friends and Fans Mourn the Man Who Was Made For These Times

By DONNA BALANCIA Feature Photo by ANGELICA SMITH-PASCUAL Brian Wilson, the founder of one of the world’s most beloved musical groups, The Beach Boys, passed away at 82, it was announced Wednesday. The musical savant […]

American Mile releases 'American Dream' - All photos by Will Cook
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Interview: American Mile Creates a ‘Dream’ of an Album with Latest Release

June 10, 2025 News Comments Off on Interview: American Mile Creates a ‘Dream’ of an Album with Latest Release

Interview by NOTES FROM VIVACE Photos by WILL COOK LOS ANGELES – American Mile just released their sophomore album “American Dream.” The album is a triumph of Americana-rock that will have you dreaming about driving […]

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David Byrne to Release New Album ‘Who Is the Sky’ in September – Watch Video

June 10, 2025 News Comments Off on David Byrne to Release New Album ‘Who Is the Sky’ in September – Watch Video

David Byrne will release a new album called “Who Is the Sky?” on Sept. 5 via Matador Records. To accompany the announcement, Byrne has released the compelling Gabriel Barcia-Colombo-directed video and track “Everybody Laughs.” “Who […]

Sunflower Bean - All photos by Notes From Vivace US Rocker
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Sunflower Bean Graces the Lodge Room in LA with Emotive Tracks off ‘Mortal Primetime’

June 8, 2025 News Comments Off on Sunflower Bean Graces the Lodge Room in LA with Emotive Tracks off ‘Mortal Primetime’

Photos and review by Notes From Vivace LOS ANGELES – Sunflower Bean recently released their “Mortal Primetime” album. The album is packed with songs such as “I Knew Love” that will require a tissue box […]

QOTSA Catacombs - Photo by Andreas Neumann
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Queens of the Stone Age ‘Catacombs’ Film and Behind-The-Scenes Docu Out Now

June 5, 2025 News Comments Off on Queens of the Stone Age ‘Catacombs’ Film and Behind-The-Scenes Docu Out Now

Two films, “Queens of the Stone Age: Alive In the Catacombs” and the accompanying documentary “Alive in Paris and Before” are both out now. For the next 48 hours, fans who purchase “Alive In the […]

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Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo Take Their Successful Act and Marriage on Major Tour

June 4, 2025 News Comments Off on Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo Take Their Successful Act and Marriage on Major Tour

By DONNA BALANCIA Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo will embark on a major 23-stop fall tour that includes Philadelphia’s Wells Fargo Center, New York’s Madison Square Garden, The Hard Rock Live in Hollywood, Florida, and […]

Classic US Rocker Reviews

  • Reviewer Craig Hammons and the Turbojugend - Photo courtesy of Turbojugend
    Hammons Review: Turbonegro Navy Sails Strong, Rocks The Regent
    June 3, 2018 Comments Off on Hammons Review: Turbonegro Navy Sails Strong, Rocks The Regent
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    A Redwood Weekend: The Glam Skanks, Will Crewdson, Sloths and Schizophonics Rip It Up Back in DTLA
    July 6, 2017 Comments Off on A Redwood Weekend: The Glam Skanks, Will Crewdson, Sloths and Schizophonics Rip It Up Back in DTLA
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    Jack White Signs Off Coachella 2015 With Props For Punks as Festival Wraps
    April 19, 2015 Comments Off on Jack White Signs Off Coachella 2015 With Props For Punks as Festival Wraps
  • Velazquez Review: Rise Against Rocks Troubadour With Insane Show, Album ‘Wolves,’ To Drop In June
    April 27, 2017 Comments Off on Velazquez Review: Rise Against Rocks Troubadour With Insane Show, Album ‘Wolves,’ To Drop In June
  • Kiefer Sutherland, Singer-Songwriter, Makes Success Out of Heartbreak on his ‘Not Enough Whiskey’ Tour
    May 6, 2017 Comments Off on Kiefer Sutherland, Singer-Songwriter, Makes Success Out of Heartbreak on his ‘Not Enough Whiskey’ Tour

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Reviews

  • Garbage Proves a Treasure to Fans in Boise, Despite Limiting Future Tour Dates
    October 21, 2025 Comments Off on Garbage Proves a Treasure to Fans in Boise, Despite Limiting Future Tour Dates
  • The Chameleons rock The Belasco in LA - Photos by Notes From Vivace
    Chameleons Wrap ‘Arctic Moon’ Tour and Deliver Driving Tracks to Longtime Fans
    October 14, 2025 Comments Off on Chameleons Wrap ‘Arctic Moon’ Tour and Deliver Driving Tracks to Longtime Fans
  • New York Band, Laveda, Tours the US with Third Studio Album ‘Love, Darla’
    October 6, 2025 Comments Off on New York Band, Laveda, Tours the US with Third Studio Album ‘Love, Darla’

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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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    UPDATE: AD CHANGED – To Creators of Infiniti Ad: You’ve Ripped Off Ian Curtis and Joy Division
    May 22, 2015 Comments Off on UPDATE: AD CHANGED – To Creators of Infiniti Ad: You’ve Ripped Off Ian Curtis and Joy Division
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    ‘BOOM: A Film About the Sonics’ Screens in LA, Opens in Select Theaters
    September 3, 2024 Comments Off on ‘BOOM: A Film About the Sonics’ Screens in LA, Opens in Select Theaters
  • Primer - All photos by Notes From Vivace
    Primer Release Party Goes ‘Round And Round’ at El Cid with Active Decay, So Below
    July 7, 2024 Comments Off on Primer Release Party Goes ‘Round And Round’ at El Cid with Active Decay, So Below
  • Little Caesar at Paladino's - Photo © 2015 Donna Balancia
    Little Caesar And The Rise of Biker Rock: Interview With Ron Young
    June 2, 2015 Comments Off on Little Caesar And The Rise of Biker Rock: Interview With Ron Young
  • Iggy Pop at Project Pabst in Portland - Photo by Paul McAlpine us rocker
    Iggy Pop’s Popularity Hits the Heights, But Rock Star Just Wants to ‘Go To The Beach’
    August 3, 2025 Comments Off on Iggy Pop’s Popularity Hits the Heights, But Rock Star Just Wants to ‘Go To The Beach’
  • New Music: Sons Of Silver Drop ‘Running Out Of Words,’ Prep for Tour with Dogstar
    August 16, 2024 Comments Off on New Music: Sons Of Silver Drop ‘Running Out Of Words,’ Prep for Tour with Dogstar
  • 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




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