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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 […]

AJ Croce at Rams Head On Stage - All photos © 2025 Donna Balancia
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 […]

The Riflebirds of Portland reissue 'April' - Courtesy image for US Rocker
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 […]

Johnny Nicholas - Photo by Mike Shore for US Rocker
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 […]

Mariachi El Bronx feature photo by Jerry Robinson
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 […]

Musicians

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 […]

Musicians

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

  • At Dimebash Anthrax's Franke Bello Charlie Benante - Stephanie Cabral
    Dave Grohl, Lita Ford and Anthrax Rock Observatory for ‘Dimebash’
    January 22, 2020 Comments Off on Dave Grohl, Lita Ford and Anthrax Rock Observatory for ‘Dimebash’
  • Spirit in the Room - Balancia (1 of 1)
    LOCALS ONLY: Spirit In The Room Haunts The Satellite in LA
    June 28, 2018 Comments Off on LOCALS ONLY: Spirit In The Room Haunts The Satellite in LA
  • The Posies Prove Perennial Popularity with an Outstanding Show at The Bootleg
    May 30, 2018 Comments Off on The Posies Prove Perennial Popularity with an Outstanding Show at The Bootleg
  • Mario Cuomo of The Orwells - Photo © 2017 Donna Balancia
    The Orwells, The Walters and No Parents Take No Prisoners in Physical Sets at The Regent Theater LA
    March 31, 2017 Comments Off on The Orwells, The Walters and No Parents Take No Prisoners in Physical Sets at The Regent Theater LA
  • Peaches at Music Tastes Good - Photo © 2017 Donna Balancia
    Peaches, Of Montreal, Ween, Add Flavor to Music Tastes Good in Long Beach
    October 2, 2017 Comments Off on Peaches, Of Montreal, Ween, Add Flavor to Music Tastes Good in Long Beach

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Reviews

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    Roberta Flack Performances at Montreux Jazz Festival Get Released Via BMG
    April 30, 2026 Comments Off on Roberta Flack Performances at Montreux Jazz Festival Get Released Via BMG
  • The Human League, Soft Cell and Alison Moyet Launch Generations Tour June 2
    April 19, 2026 Comments Off on The Human League, Soft Cell and Alison Moyet Launch Generations Tour June 2
  • Des Rocs, Romes and Velvet Chains Rock The El Rey Theatre to Throngs of Devoted Fans
    April 10, 2026 Comments Off on Des Rocs, Romes and Velvet Chains Rock The El Rey Theatre to Throngs of Devoted Fans

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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

  • Robert Smith, Simon and Reeves - Photo by Donna Balancia
    The Cure Drop ‘Warsong (Chino Moreno Remix)’ off Upcoming ‘Mixes Of A Lost World’
    May 2, 2025 Comments Off on The Cure Drop ‘Warsong (Chino Moreno Remix)’ off Upcoming ‘Mixes Of A Lost World’
  • On the Eve of Prima Donna Gig With Blondie, Kevin Preston Tells Us What Makes Him Tick
    August 31, 2016 Comments Off on On the Eve of Prima Donna Gig With Blondie, Kevin Preston Tells Us What Makes Him Tick
  • 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
  • EXCLUSIVE: Tom Cusimano of The Walcotts Gives Solo Show For CaliforniaRocker.com
    April 11, 2017 Comments Off on EXCLUSIVE: Tom Cusimano of The Walcotts Gives Solo Show For CaliforniaRocker.com
  • 'Straight Outta Compton' Star Aldis Hodge with actor brother, Edwin -- photo by Donna Balancia
    Aldis Hodge: B.O. OG ‘Compton’ Shows A Different Side to Influential N.W.A.
    August 24, 2015 Comments Off on Aldis Hodge: B.O. OG ‘Compton’ Shows A Different Side to Influential N.W.A.
  • James Williamson, Petra Haden and Joe Cardamone - Photo by Heather Harris
    Setting the Standard: James Williamson Engineers Unique Sounds with New Collaborations
    August 15, 2016 Comments Off on Setting the Standard: James Williamson Engineers Unique Sounds with New Collaborations
  • Rock Photographer Neal Preston Captures the Spotlight in Rare Interview on ‘Shot Talk’
    January 10, 2025 Comments Off on Rock Photographer Neal Preston Captures the Spotlight in Rare Interview on ‘Shot Talk’




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