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Roberta Flack Performances at Montreux Jazz Festival Get Released Via BMG

April 30, 2026 News Comments Off on Roberta Flack Performances at Montreux Jazz Festival Get Released Via BMG

BMG and The Montreux Jazz Festival have today announced the release of “Roberta Flack: The Montreux Years,” due for release on June 26. The live album brings together performances spanning four decades of Flack’s appearances […]

Musicians

Ringo Gets a Little Help from his Friends on New Album, ‘Long Long Road’

April 28, 2026 News Comments Off on Ringo Gets a Little Help from his Friends on New Album, ‘Long Long Road’

Ringo Starr has gotten a little help from his friends on his new album, “Long Long Road.” The 10-track record, produced by T Bone Burnett, was recorded in Nashville and Los Angeles, where Ringo could […]

Musicians

Lykke Li Captivates at The Fonda Theatre – Photos + Review by Alyson Camus

April 26, 2026 News Comments Off on Lykke Li Captivates at The Fonda Theatre – Photos + Review by Alyson Camus

Photos and review by ALYSON CAMUS LOS ANGELES – For those who couldn’t attend her performances at Coachella, Lykke Li set up a special show at the Fonda Theatre recently and it turned out to […]

Musicians

Zebrahead Drops ‘Smoke Signals From My Couch’ Track + Video off Upcoming EP

April 24, 2026 News Comments Off on Zebrahead Drops ‘Smoke Signals From My Couch’ Track + Video off Upcoming EP

Southern California genre-blenders zebrahead return at full throttle with their new single and a lyric video, “Smoke Signals From My Couch.” The track serves as the latest preview of their forthcoming EP “O,” the final […]

Bowling for Soup - Amy Russell photo
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Bowling for Soup Reimagines Sum 41 Hit ‘In Too Deep,’ Plots Summer Tour Dates

April 21, 2026 News Comments Off on Bowling for Soup Reimagines Sum 41 Hit ‘In Too Deep,’ Plots Summer Tour Dates

Bowling for Soup is turning back the clock with a reimagined take on Sum 41’s 2000s touchstone “In Too Deep,” releasing the track and an accompanying video. Born out of a genuine decades-long friendship between […]

Musicians

The Human League, Soft Cell and Alison Moyet Launch Generations Tour June 2

April 19, 2026 News Comments Off on The Human League, Soft Cell and Alison Moyet Launch Generations Tour June 2

The Human League, Soft Cell and Alison Moyet will launch Generations Tour on June 2 in San Diego. Three shows of the tour have already sold out: San Francisco (June 5), Salt Lake City (June […]

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Quarters, Telescreens, Give New Meaning to ‘Pit’ Stop at The Regent Theater Show

April 17, 2026 News Comments Off on Quarters, Telescreens, Give New Meaning to ‘Pit’ Stop at The Regent Theater Show

Photos and review by NOTES FROM VIVACE LOS ANGELES – Quarters stopped by The Regent Theater as part of their tour to support their recent “I Hope This Isn’t The End of the World” album […]

Thomas Dolby is on the 'Iconic 80s Recollections Tour' - All photos by Paul McAlpine
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As Professor, Thomas Dolby Learns He’s an ‘A-Student’ on a New Style Music Tour

April 16, 2026 News Comments Off on As Professor, Thomas Dolby Learns He’s an ‘A-Student’ on a New Style Music Tour

Photos by PAUL MCALPINE Interview by DONNA BALANCIA PLYMOUTH, Mass. – Thomas Dolby’s “Iconic 80s Recollections Tour” is selling out to rave reviews and now the teacher has proven to be a successful student of […]

Billy Idol - Photo by Alyson Camus
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Billy Idol, Phil Collins, Oasis and Iron Maiden Among 2026 Rock Hall Inductees

April 15, 2026 News Comments Off on Billy Idol, Phil Collins, Oasis and Iron Maiden Among 2026 Rock Hall Inductees

Billy Idol, Phil Collins and Iron Maiden are among the 2026 inductees to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, spotlighting a group of artists whose impact has left a lasting mark on music and […]

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Julien’s Auctions Hits the Road and Heads to Hard Rock NYC in May for ‘Music Icons’

April 13, 2026 News Comments Off on Julien’s Auctions Hits the Road and Heads to Hard Rock NYC in May for ‘Music Icons’

Dreaming of holding the guitar that played the solo to “Welcome to the Jungle?” Pondering the Les Paul that defined the look of KISS? Then look no further than New York City this May when […]

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Des Rocs, Romes and Velvet Chains Rock The El Rey Theatre to Throngs of Devoted Fans

April 10, 2026 News Comments Off on Des Rocs, Romes and Velvet Chains Rock The El Rey Theatre to Throngs of Devoted Fans

Photos and review by NOTES FROM VIVACE LOS ANGELES – Des Rocs recently stopped by Los Angeles’ The El Rey Theatre as part of his North American tour. His fans lined up early outside the […]

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Pond Supports Indigenous Communities with New Track + Video ‘Two Hands’

April 8, 2026 News Comments Off on Pond Supports Indigenous Communities with New Track + Video ‘Two Hands’

Pond, the Australian group known for pushing boundaries with creative music and energetic live shows, said it will be releasing the new album, “Terrestrials,” in June and will hit the road to support the record. […]

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Aly & AJ Deliver an ‘All Grown Up’ Show in New Haven as Part of the ‘Places to Run’ Tour

April 7, 2026 News Comments Off on Aly & AJ Deliver an ‘All Grown Up’ Show in New Haven as Part of the ‘Places to Run’ Tour

Photos + words by EMMA BALANCIA NEW HAVEN, Conn. – You may remember them from their hit “Potential Breakup Song,” or from the Disney Channel original movie, “Cow Belles” (2006), but Aly & AJ are […]

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Charley Crockett Releases ‘Age Of The Ram,’ Third Installment of ‘Sagebrush Trilogy’

April 6, 2026 News Comments Off on Charley Crockett Releases ‘Age Of The Ram,’ Third Installment of ‘Sagebrush Trilogy’

Charley Crockett has released his new album, “Age Of The Ram.” The album serves as the finale of his epic saga, “The Sagebrush Trilogy,” and marks his third full-length release in just over one year. […]

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Roadie to the Stars: It was a Bit of Heaven Working with Kim Shattuck and The Muffs

April 3, 2026 News Comments Off on Roadie to the Stars: It was a Bit of Heaven Working with Kim Shattuck and The Muffs

By AMES FLAMES LOS ANGELES – The Muffs were the first band I wanted to roadie for. I saw them in 1991 and told my friend, “They are gonna make it, I want to roadie […]

Classic US Rocker Reviews

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    July 6, 2019 Comments Off on VIDEO: Rockin’ and Rolling with Buttertones and Tropa Magica at Dirty Penni Fest
  • REVIEW: Luna Blends Inventive Guitar with Strong Lyrics for Powerful Performance
    January 14, 2018 Comments Off on REVIEW: Luna Blends Inventive Guitar with Strong Lyrics for Powerful Performance
  • Linda Hoover’s ‘I Mean to Shine’ Sheds Light on Roots of Steely Dan
    June 20, 2022 Comments Off on Linda Hoover’s ‘I Mean to Shine’ Sheds Light on Roots of Steely Dan
  • Local Band, L.A. Story, Nabs Cutaway Segment on ‘America’s Got Talent’
    February 5, 2016 Comments Off on Local Band, L.A. Story, Nabs Cutaway Segment on ‘America’s Got Talent’
  • Se7en Reasons Why - Photo © 2016 Donna Balanci
    Cruefest Hollywood: Metal Artists With Hearts of Gold Come to Whisky A Go Go and Play for Charity
    July 27, 2016 Comments Off on Cruefest Hollywood: Metal Artists With Hearts of Gold Come to Whisky A Go Go and Play for Charity

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Reviews

  • Broken Social Scene Releases Album ‘Remember The Humans’ – Watch New Video
    May 10, 2026 Comments Off on Broken Social Scene Releases Album ‘Remember The Humans’ – Watch New Video
  • Rick Rubin and Neil Diamond - Photo by Jesse Diamond
    Neil Diamond Releases Third Album of Rick Rubin Collaboration ‘Wild At Heart’
    May 8, 2026 Comments Off on Neil Diamond Releases Third Album of Rick Rubin Collaboration ‘Wild At Heart’
  • Susto Stringband - Photo by Chris Brennan
    Susto Stringband Drops ‘E-350’ Ahead of Album ‘Susto Stringband (Vol. 2)’ – Watch
    May 7, 2026 Comments Off on Susto Stringband Drops ‘E-350’ Ahead of Album ‘Susto Stringband (Vol. 2)’ – Watch

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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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    Facebook F***s Cheetah Chrome Out of his Name; Punk Legend Battles Company Over Identity
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  • Jeff White at the helm of KRML - Photo © 2016 Donna Balancia
    KRML of Carmel, California – Trailblazer for Independent Commercial Radio Stations
    March 19, 2016 Comments Off on KRML of Carmel, California – Trailblazer for Independent Commercial Radio Stations
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    The Smart Pills ‘Lost Studio Recordings’ Are Appropriate Discovery for Today, EP on Sale Dec. 2
    November 28, 2016 Comments Off on The Smart Pills ‘Lost Studio Recordings’ Are Appropriate Discovery for Today, EP on Sale Dec. 2
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    Steel Panther Plays Three Fonda Dates in May, Tours Europe and U.S.
    April 19, 2016 Comments Off on Steel Panther Plays Three Fonda Dates in May, Tours Europe and U.S.
  • Aerosmith Guitarist Joe Perry Sets a Return to the Road with The Joe Perry Project
    May 12, 2025 Comments Off on Aerosmith Guitarist Joe Perry Sets a Return to the Road with The Joe Perry Project
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    California Rocker Q and A with Duane ‘DT’ Jones: SWIRL the Band Roars Back with a Strong New Album
    April 27, 2017 Comments Off on California Rocker Q and A with Duane ‘DT’ Jones: SWIRL the Band Roars Back with a Strong New Album
  • EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Cheetah Chrome Revives ‘Dead Boys,’ Talks Tour, New Album
    July 28, 2017 Comments Off on EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Cheetah Chrome Revives ‘Dead Boys,’ Talks Tour, New Album




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