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Anderson .Paak and South Korean Girl Group Aespa Team on ‘Keychain’ from Feature Film

February 27, 2026 News Comments Off on Anderson .Paak and South Korean Girl Group Aespa Team on ‘Keychain’ from Feature Film

Anderson .Paak has released “Keychain,” a new single featuring South Korean girl group aespa. The track is inspired by .Paak’s directorial debut, “K-POPS!,” a feature film playing in AMC Theatres nationwide. The track is the […]

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Live Reviews

A.J. Croce Adds 19 Dates to ‘Croce Plays Croce’ Tour that Honors his Father Jim Croce

February 25, 2026 News Comments Off on A.J. Croce Adds 19 Dates to ‘Croce Plays Croce’ Tour that Honors his Father Jim Croce

All photos by DONNA BALANCIA ANNAPOLIS – Singer-songwriter A.J. Croce is taking his Croce Plays Croce Tour across the country, and has added 19 North American dates for this fall. The first leg of the […]

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Musicians

The Riflebirds of Portland Fly High with Reissue of 1988 Debut Album ‘April’

February 24, 2026 News Comments Off on The Riflebirds of Portland Fly High with Reissue of 1988 Debut Album ‘April’

Staff Report – PORTLAND – Nearly four decades after first taking flight, The Riflebirds of Portland return to their origins with the reissue of “April,” their long-out-of-print debut album, set for an April 3, 2026, […]

Musicians

Anne Richmond Boston Covers Many Miles to Finally Bring ‘I Should Be Happy’ to Fans

February 22, 2026 News Comments Off on Anne Richmond Boston Covers Many Miles to Finally Bring ‘I Should Be Happy’ to Fans

Anne Richmond Boston has released her long-lost second solo album, “I Should Be Happy” on DB Records. The longtime member of The Swimming Pool Q’s enlisted well-known friends on a fulfilling journey to deliver her […]

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Musicians

Vince Conrad’s Stellar Album ‘Hall of Frames’ Takes on ‘New Society’ with Humor and Depth

February 19, 2026 News Comments Off on Vince Conrad’s Stellar Album ‘Hall of Frames’ Takes on ‘New Society’ with Humor and Depth

Review by DONNA BALANCIA – LOS ANGELES – Vince Conrad has produced a thought-provoking and wide-ranging collection of songs for his new album, “Hall of Frames,” which is perhaps his best solo album to date. […]

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Musicians

Lana Del Rey Orchestrates a Love Song From an Americana ‘Stove’ in the Wilderness

February 18, 2026 News Comments Off on Lana Del Rey Orchestrates a Love Song From an Americana ‘Stove’ in the Wilderness

Review by DONNA BALANCIA Lana Del Rey has released “White Feather Hawk Tail Deer Hunter,” an emotive, beat-driven love song that blends vintage symphony sound with ASMR and rap in an Americana setting. It’s a […]

Musicians

Howard Jones Hits The Road Opening for Rod Stewart + Releases New Live Album

February 17, 2026 News Comments Off on Howard Jones Hits The Road Opening for Rod Stewart + Releases New Live Album

New wave icon Howard Jones will soon head out on the road for select United States tour dates in April. Jones will be main support for Rod Stewart for several shows and will also play […]

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Musicians

Rolling Stones Support Johnny Nicholas and Jimmie Vaughan on Winning Zydeco Album

February 15, 2026 News Comments Off on Rolling Stones Support Johnny Nicholas and Jimmie Vaughan on Winning Zydeco Album

AUSTIN, Texas — Johnny Nicholas and Jimmie Vaughan, along with famous friends like The Rolling Stones are celebrating their recent Grammy win for Best Regional Roots Music Album, “A Tribute To The King Of Zydeco,” […]

Musicians

Charley Crockett and Shooter Jennings Drop Track ‘Kentucky Too Long’ off New Album

February 13, 2026 News Comments Off on Charley Crockett and Shooter Jennings Drop Track ‘Kentucky Too Long’ off New Album

Edited by JOHN DALY Charley Crockett has teamed with co-producer Shooter Jennings to release the new single, “Kentucky Too Long.” The track is off the upcoming full-length album “Age Of The Ram,” their third album […]

Musicians

Bon Scott Celebrated in Fine Fashion by Dean Delray and Company at Avalon

February 11, 2026 News Comments Off on Bon Scott Celebrated in Fine Fashion by Dean Delray and Company at Avalon

Photos and review by ALYSON CAMUS LOS ANGELES – Comedian and podcaster Dean Delray always celebrates his birthday with a bang — and a band. Around this time of year, he has been putting on […]

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Musicians

Mariachi El Bronx Share New Track + Video off Upcoming Album, Check out ‘Songbird’

February 10, 2026 News Comments Off on Mariachi El Bronx Share New Track + Video off Upcoming Album, Check out ‘Songbird’

Edited by John Daly Feature photo by Jerry Robinson Mariachi El Bronx, the beloved alter-ego of punk band, The Bronx, will be releasing its first album in more than a decade and today drops the […]

Musicians

Nine Inch Nails Continues North American Leg of ‘Peel It Back’ Tour, Wraps in Sacramento

February 8, 2026 News Comments Off on Nine Inch Nails Continues North American Leg of ‘Peel It Back’ Tour, Wraps in Sacramento

Nine Inch Nails launched the second North American leg of the Peel It Back Tour at Smoothie King Center in New Orleans, La. and the tour continues through mid-March. Joining Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross, […]

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Dave Mason Revisits his Archives, Releases Live Version of ‘Every Woman’ Online

February 5, 2026 News Comments Off on Dave Mason Revisits his Archives, Releases Live Version of ‘Every Woman’ Online

Legendary rocker Dave Mason, aged 79, who officially announced his retirement from touring in September, is keeping busy off-stage. Mason closed the curtain on 60 remarkable years of rock n’ roll, but the beloved rock […]

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The Album Leaf Conjures a Range of Emotions at Zebulon Show – Photos + Review

February 3, 2026 News Comments Off on The Album Leaf Conjures a Range of Emotions at Zebulon Show – Photos + Review

Photos and review by NOTES FROM VIVACE LOS ANGELES – The ambient electronic sounds of The Album Leaf (moniker for Jimmy LaValle) hit all the right pleasure points during his one hour and twenty minute […]

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Carter Vail Single ‘Ants In My Room’ Depicts Just That, With a Little ‘Extra’ – Review

February 1, 2026 News Comments Off on Carter Vail Single ‘Ants In My Room’ Depicts Just That, With a Little ‘Extra’ – Review

Review by JOHN DALY Carter Vail has released his latest single “Ants In My Room” accompanied by a typically creative video, following the song’s viral explosion on social media. Vail has amassed a vast following, […]

Classic US Rocker Reviews

  • Superbees - Photo © 2017 Donna Balancia
    The Superbees, Crazy Squeeze, Double E Blaze a Trail at Nela
    November 20, 2017 Comments Off on The Superbees, Crazy Squeeze, Double E Blaze a Trail at Nela
  • Paul McCartney Defies ‘Paul Is Dead’ Rumors at Dodger Stadium in Spectacular Tour Finale
    July 14, 2019 Comments Off on Paul McCartney Defies ‘Paul Is Dead’ Rumors at Dodger Stadium in Spectacular Tour Finale
  • Soul Asylum California Rocker Donna Balancia
    Dave Pirner and Soul Asylum Celebrate Their ‘Change of Fortune’ at The Whisky A Go Go
    July 29, 2016 Comments Off on Dave Pirner and Soul Asylum Celebrate Their ‘Change of Fortune’ at The Whisky A Go Go
  • 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
  • Kenny-Wayne-Shepherd-Hammons
    Hammons Review: Kenny Wayne Shepherd Brings Blues to Life for Packed Crowd @ Coach House
    February 8, 2017 Comments Off on Hammons Review: Kenny Wayne Shepherd Brings Blues to Life for Packed Crowd @ Coach House

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  • The Riflebirds of Portland reissue 'April' - Courtesy image for US Rocker
    The Riflebirds of Portland Fly High with Reissue of 1988 Debut Album ‘April’
    February 24, 2026 Comments Off on The Riflebirds of Portland Fly High with Reissue of 1988 Debut Album ‘April’
  • Anne Richmond Boston Covers Many Miles to Finally Bring ‘I Should Be Happy’ to Fans
    February 22, 2026 Comments Off on Anne Richmond Boston Covers Many Miles to Finally Bring ‘I Should Be Happy’ to Fans
  • Facebook Superstar is the lead single off 'Hall of Frames by Vince Conrad - Courtesy image for US Rocker
    Vince Conrad’s Stellar Album ‘Hall of Frames’ Takes on ‘New Society’ with Humor and Depth
    February 19, 2026 Comments Off on Vince Conrad’s Stellar Album ‘Hall of Frames’ Takes on ‘New Society’ with Humor and Depth

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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
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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

  • David Bowie and Fernando Aceves
    David Bowie in Mexico City: Photog Fernando Aceves Captures ‘The Chameleon’ in Forest Lawn Exhibit
    January 26, 2017 Comments Off on David Bowie in Mexico City: Photog Fernando Aceves Captures ‘The Chameleon’ in Forest Lawn Exhibit
  • Felly delivers emotive performance at The Echo - Photos by Notes From Vivace
    Felly Makes ‘Waves,’ Opener Breakup Shoes ‘Dreams’ at The Echo in LA
    October 26, 2025 Comments Off on Felly Makes ‘Waves,’ Opener Breakup Shoes ‘Dreams’ at The Echo in LA
  • 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
  • Spin Records
    Record Store Day in SoCal Scores a Hit with Collectors, Music Lovers
    April 19, 2014 Comments Off on Record Store Day in SoCal Scores a Hit with Collectors, Music Lovers
  • Chrissie Hynde of The Pretenders Talks to KCSN about Alone - by California Rocker
    Chrissie Hynde Talks About Real Music and Pretenders New Album ‘Alone’ in Interview on 88.5 KCSN
    October 11, 2016 Comments Off on Chrissie Hynde Talks About Real Music and Pretenders New Album ‘Alone’ in Interview on 88.5 KCSN
  • The Dictators NYC to play Viper Room Nov. 11 - California Rocker
    Ross The Boss Friedman: Dictators ‘Amazed’ By Influence on Young Bands – California Rocker Interview
    October 25, 2016 Comments Off on Ross The Boss Friedman: Dictators ‘Amazed’ By Influence on Young Bands – California Rocker Interview
  • Vince Conrad Productions Strikes Hidden Gold with Remastered Punk Hits
    February 2, 2016 Comments Off on Vince Conrad Productions Strikes Hidden Gold with Remastered Punk Hits




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