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‘Paul McCartney: Man on the Run’ Feature Documentary Gets Theatrical Release

January 30, 2026 News Comments Off on ‘Paul McCartney: Man on the Run’ Feature Documentary Gets Theatrical Release

What happens when you wake up the morning after leaving the most important rock band of all time? “Paul McCartney: Man on the Run,” the intimate new feature documentary by award-winning director Morgan Neville, explores […]

Mystic Knights - All photos by Notes From Vivace for US Rocker
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Mystic Knights Cast a Spell at Three Clubs with Record Release Show for New Single ‘Count’

January 27, 2026 News Comments Off on Mystic Knights Cast a Spell at Three Clubs with Record Release Show for New Single ‘Count’

Photos and review by NOTES FROM VIVACE LOS ANGELES – Mystic Knights took to the Three Clubs stage to celebrate the release of their sophomore single release “Count.” The five piece band is led by […]

Musicians

Thomas Dolby Launches Headlining Tour with Dates in Northeast and Midwest

January 26, 2026 News Comments Off on Thomas Dolby Launches Headlining Tour with Dates in Northeast and Midwest

Thomas Dolby will soon set off on a headlining tour of the United States this April, playing select dates in the Northeast and Midwest. In this intimate concert series, Dolby will bring his unusual journey […]

Musicians

Death Cab for Cutie Signs with ANTI- Records and Announces Summer Tour Dates

January 23, 2026 News Comments Off on Death Cab for Cutie Signs with ANTI- Records and Announces Summer Tour Dates

Death Cab for Cutie has joined the ANTI- Records family for future music releases and the band announces a summer headlining tour that includes stops in Philadelphia, Los Angeles, Las Vegas and Denver. With almost […]

Musicians

Dropkick Murphys Announce Support Acts for St. Patrick’s Day Weekend Shows in Boston

January 22, 2026 News Comments Off on Dropkick Murphys Announce Support Acts for St. Patrick’s Day Weekend Shows in Boston

Dropkick Murphys have announced the full lineup of support acts for their Boston, Mass.,  hometown run of shows on March 13, 14, 15 and 17, wrapping up their For The People…In The Pit St. Patrick’s […]

Musicians

‘Happy Birthday’ by Stevie Wonder Honors Martin Luther King on National Day of Service

January 18, 2026 News Comments Off on ‘Happy Birthday’ by Stevie Wonder Honors Martin Luther King on National Day of Service

Stevie Wonder put his music where his heart is when it came to getting Martin Luther King, Jr. honored with a national holiday. Wonder’s song “Happy Birthday” kept the renowned civil rights icon in the […]

Musicians

Alice Cooper Says Hitting The Stage Keeps Him Young on Rock & Roll High School Podcast

January 16, 2026 News Comments Off on Alice Cooper Says Hitting The Stage Keeps Him Young on Rock & Roll High School Podcast

Alice Cooper talked longevity and inspiration as well as other deep-cut topics during episode 1, season 5 of the “Rock & Roll High School” podcast with host Pete Ganbarg. The veteran shock rocker, who plays […]

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Father John Misty, Trombone Shorty and Grace Potter Headline Winnetka Music Festival

January 13, 2026 News Comments Off on Father John Misty, Trombone Shorty and Grace Potter Headline Winnetka Music Festival

Father John Misty, Trombone Shorty and Grace Potter are the featured performers at Winnetka Music Festival, which celebrates its 10th anniversary this year. The fest takes place in Winnetka’s downtown district on the North Shore […]

Bob Weir is on tour with 'Blue Mountain' album - Photo © 2016 Donna Balancia
Musicians

Bob Weir, Co-Founder of The Grateful Dead, Passes Away Following Cancer Battle

January 11, 2026 News Comments Off on Bob Weir, Co-Founder of The Grateful Dead, Passes Away Following Cancer Battle

Bob Weir, co-founder of the Grateful Dead, one of America’s most unique and beloved musical groups, has passed away at 78, his family announced. Weir was diagnosed with cancer last July, bravely fought the disease, […]

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My Time with David Johansen in Honor of his Birthday – By Roadie Ames Flames

January 9, 2026 News Comments Off on My Time with David Johansen in Honor of his Birthday – By Roadie Ames Flames

By AMES FLAMES LOS ANGELES – Today, January 9, would have been David Johansen’s 76th birthday. He passed away last February 28th. In 2011, I was stage manager, guitar tech, and backup vocalist on the […]

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Billy Joel Symposium to Take Place in June, Long Island Hall Seeking Research Papers

January 8, 2026 News Comments Off on Billy Joel Symposium to Take Place in June, Long Island Hall Seeking Research Papers

STONY BROOK, N.Y. – The Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame invites fans, scholars, critics, musicians, and students to submit individual papers to its first “The Billy Joel Symposium,” to be held on […]

Musicians

Tom Morello and Beartooth Drop Video for Final Fantasy Track ‘Everything Burns’

January 5, 2026 News Comments Off on Tom Morello and Beartooth Drop Video for Final Fantasy Track ‘Everything Burns’

Tom Morello has teamed with metalcore powerhouse Beartooth on the new single and video “Everything Burns,” which recently made its in-game debut for the latest update of “Final Fantasy XIV.” Morello has also introduced a […]

Classic US Rocker Reviews

  • Robert Smith, Simon and Reeves - Photo by Donna Balancia
    Pasadena Daydream Reality: The Cure is a Truly Great Rock Band
    September 2, 2019 Comments Off on Pasadena Daydream Reality: The Cure is a Truly Great Rock Band
  • Grace Potter - Photo © 2015 Donna Balancia
    Grace Potter: The Beautiful Rock N Roll Chameleon ‘Alive Tonight’ Across U.S.
    August 15, 2015 Comments Off on Grace Potter: The Beautiful Rock N Roll Chameleon ‘Alive Tonight’ Across U.S.
  • Pat Todd and The Rankoutsiders - Photo © 2015 Donna Balancia
    Pat Todd, Lights Out Levine, Rock Out at Hot Venue Maui Sugar Mill
    January 15, 2016 Comments Off on Pat Todd, Lights Out Levine, Rock Out at Hot Venue Maui Sugar Mill
  • Review: Eleanor Friedberger Captivates with ‘Rebound’ at Moroccan Lounge
    May 14, 2018 Comments Off on Review: Eleanor Friedberger Captivates with ‘Rebound’ at Moroccan Lounge
  • A Tribute to Sublime Serves ‘Burritos’ at Belly Up Tavern for Bradley Nowell Foundation
    July 2, 2019 Comments Off on A Tribute to Sublime Serves ‘Burritos’ at Belly Up Tavern for Bradley Nowell Foundation

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Reviews

  • 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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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

  • Bonnie Raitt - Photo © 2015 Donna Balancia
    Bonnie Raitt and Musician Friends Celebrate Marty Grebb at Canyon Club
    May 30, 2015 Comments Off on Bonnie Raitt and Musician Friends Celebrate Marty Grebb at Canyon Club
  • Deap Vally - Photo © 2017 Donna Balancia
    Q and A: Deap Vally Duo Plays This Weekend’s Aftershock Fest, Preps New Songs
    October 20, 2017 Comments Off on Q and A: Deap Vally Duo Plays This Weekend’s Aftershock Fest, Preps New Songs
  • No Values Punk Festival Delivers Danzig, Iggy and Crowd Surfers to Pomona
    June 11, 2024 Comments Off on No Values Punk Festival Delivers Danzig, Iggy and Crowd Surfers to Pomona
  • A New Record for California Rocker – Five Journalism Awards with Two First Place Finishes in One Year
    July 22, 2017 Comments Off on A New Record for California Rocker – Five Journalism Awards with Two First Place Finishes in One Year
  • Jesse Nolan, Tim and Rooney's Rob Schwartzman - Photo © 2015 Donna Balancia
    Engage With Audience Say Jesse Nolan, Tim Wheeler and Rob Schwartzman
    October 14, 2015 Comments Off on Engage With Audience Say Jesse Nolan, Tim Wheeler and Rob Schwartzman
  • Iggy Pop Wraps Tour - Photo by Paul McAlpine
    Iggy Pop Shows No Signs of Shutdown with Tour Finale at The Anthem in Washington, D.C.
    October 2, 2025 Comments Off on Iggy Pop Shows No Signs of Shutdown with Tour Finale at The Anthem in Washington, D.C.
  • Lisa Crawley - All photos by Notes From Vivace for US Rocker
    Review and Interview with Multi-Talented Lisa Crawley at Hotel Cafe
    April 16, 2025 Comments Off on Review and Interview with Multi-Talented Lisa Crawley at Hotel Cafe




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