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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame Honors Music Business Bigwigs

March 31, 2026 News Comments Off on Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame Honors Music Business Bigwigs

STONY BROOK, NY— While it’s often the rock stars and musicians who are the most visible part of the music industry, the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame recognizes the producers, promoters, agents, […]

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Robyn Hitchcock Returns with New Single ‘I Am This Thing’ off New Album ‘The Confuser’

March 29, 2026 News Comments Off on Robyn Hitchcock Returns with New Single ‘I Am This Thing’ off New Album ‘The Confuser’

British singer-songwriter Robyn Hitchcock returns with his new single, “I Am This Thing,” available now via Tiny Ghost Records. Hitchcock released the official music video for “I Am This Thing” to accompany the new track, […]

Weezer Gathering Tour - Photo for US Rocker with permission by Brendan Walters
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Weezer Sets Dates for ‘Weezer: The Gathering’ Tour, with The Shins and Silversun Pickups

March 27, 2026 News Comments Off on Weezer Sets Dates for ‘Weezer: The Gathering’ Tour, with The Shins and Silversun Pickups

Weezer is set to hit the road with Weezer: The Gathering, a major North American tour set for this coming fall. The 32-city arena run with special guests The Shins and Silversun Pickups kicks off […]

Norwood Fisher is among the supergroup musicians in Big Ol' Nasty Getdown - Courtesy image for US Rocker
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Big Ol’ Nasty Getdown Preps New Album with Impressive Array of Musicians

March 25, 2026 News Comments Off on Big Ol’ Nasty Getdown Preps New Album with Impressive Array of Musicians

LOS ANGELES — The Big Ol’ Nasty Getdown is gearing up for its next chapter. The renowned funk, soul, and rock collective is working on a new LP slated for release later this year, marking […]

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Slightly Stoopid Unveils Road Trippin Summer Tour 2026 and Stops at Festivals Across US

March 24, 2026 News Comments Off on Slightly Stoopid Unveils Road Trippin Summer Tour 2026 and Stops at Festivals Across US

San Diego-based Slightly Stoopid has announced a full-scale summer takeover, unveiling their Road Trippin Summer Tour 2026 alongside a stacked festival schedule that includes appearances at BottleRock Napa Valley, Reggae Rise Up Arizona, and Point […]

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Devon Allman to Bring Modern Legacy to the Road with the ’20 Years Strong’ Tour

March 22, 2026 News Comments Off on Devon Allman to Bring Modern Legacy to the Road with the ’20 Years Strong’ Tour

Devon Allman hits the road with the 20 Years Strong Tour, celebrating 20 years since the release of his first album and national tour. The tour kicks off on August 13 in Portsmouth, NH. The […]

George Thorogood and The Destroyers to release new live record US Rocker
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George Thorogood and The Destroyers to Release Live Record ‘Baddest Show on Earth’

March 20, 2026 News Comments Off on George Thorogood and The Destroyers to Release Live Record ‘Baddest Show on Earth’

George Thorogood and The Destroyers, the legendary blues rockers celebrate more than five decades together, and to mark the milestone, Craft Recordings has released high-octane concerts with “The Baddest Show on Earth: Greatest Hits Live.” […]

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Googly Eyes Draws the Fans for North American Tour Promoting ‘American Girls’ EP

March 19, 2026 News Comments Off on Googly Eyes Draws the Fans for North American Tour Promoting ‘American Girls’ EP

Photos and review by NOTES FROM VIVACE LOS ANGELES – The fans were shoulder-to-shoulder in The Peppermint Club for googly eyes’ EP “paint me like one of your fav american girls” release party. And there’s […]

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Death Cab for Cutie Drop First Track + Video off New Album ‘I Built You A Tower’ – Watch

March 18, 2026 News Comments Off on Death Cab for Cutie Drop First Track + Video off New Album ‘I Built You A Tower’ – Watch

Death Cab for Cutie – Benjamin Gibbard, Nicholas Harmer, Jason McGerr, Dave Depper and Zac Rae – announce their 11th studio album, “I Built You A Tower,” which will be released on June 5 via […]

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The Strumbellas Capture the ‘Spirit’ of the Fans during LA Stop of the ‘Into Dust’ Tour

March 16, 2026 News Comments Off on The Strumbellas Capture the ‘Spirit’ of the Fans during LA Stop of the ‘Into Dust’ Tour

Photos and review by NOTES FROM VIVACE LOS ANGELES – The Strumbellas arrived in Los Angeles’ Regent Theater as part of their 24-stop tour across the United States. The tour called Into Dust is in […]

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Vince Gill Releases ‘Lonely’s What I Do’ EP, Fifth Volume in Series

March 16, 2026 News Comments Off on Vince Gill Releases ‘Lonely’s What I Do’ EP, Fifth Volume in Series

Vince Gill has released “Lonely’s What I Do,” an EP that marks the fifth volume in his “50 Years From Home” EP series. Instruments featured on the cover of each EP are from Gill’s personal […]

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Long Island Music & Entertainment HOF Lists Speakers for Billy Joel Symposium

March 15, 2026 News Comments Off on Long Island Music & Entertainment HOF Lists Speakers for Billy Joel Symposium

STONY BROOK, N.Y. – The Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame (LIMEHOF) has announced the list of speakers who will present their papers at the first Billy Joel Symposium to be held on […]

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