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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 […]

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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 […]

Musicians

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
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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, […]

Musicians

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 […]

Musicians

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 […]

- All photos by Notes From Vivace
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Faetooth, Street Play and Iress Impress at the Lodge Room in Los Angeles

December 29, 2025 News Comments Off on Faetooth, Street Play and Iress Impress at the Lodge Room in Los Angeles

Photos and review by NOTES FROM VIVACE LOS ANGELES – Los Angeles-based doom metal band Faetooth released their sophomore album “Labyrinthine”  recently, and they threw one awesome party for their fans at the Lodge Room. […]

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Steve Perry Releases New Animated Video for ‘This Christmas’ off Album ‘The Season 3’

December 21, 2025 News Comments Off on Steve Perry Releases New Animated Video for ‘This Christmas’ off Album ‘The Season 3’

Steve Perry has released an animated video for the track “This Christmas” off his holiday album, “The Season 3.” The video was designed and animated by Patrick Atkins. Perry also recently held an auction to […]

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Pins Over Posing: The Golden Poppy Holiday Show at Hotel Ziggy Delivers the Talent

December 14, 2025 News Comments Off on Pins Over Posing: The Golden Poppy Holiday Show at Hotel Ziggy Delivers the Talent

Photos and review by MIMI BLANCHARD LOS ANGELES – The Golden Poppy Holiday Show at Hotel Ziggy played like a close-in, high-feel night where the room could actually hear artists think through their songs. Before […]

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Rodrigo Y Gabriela Set Tour Dates to Celebrate 20th Anniversary of Self-Titled Album

December 11, 2025 News Comments Off on Rodrigo Y Gabriela Set Tour Dates to Celebrate 20th Anniversary of Self-Titled Album

Rodrigo y Gabriela will mark the 20th anniversary of their self-titled 2006 debut album with a series of shows featuring the duo performing the collection in its entirety. The dates begin May 6 at Albuquerque, […]

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Arts & Entertainment Journalism Awards Features Paul Anka, Marlee Matlin, Kasi Lemmons

December 10, 2025 News Comments Off on Arts & Entertainment Journalism Awards Features Paul Anka, Marlee Matlin, Kasi Lemmons

Photos by ALYSON CAMUS LOS ANGELES – US Rocker captured several wins at the National Arts & Entertainment Journalism Awards led by Alyson Camus who took home a first-place honor for her action photo of […]

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David Byrne Adds More North American Tour Dates to 2026 Schedule

December 8, 2025 News Comments Off on David Byrne Adds More North American Tour Dates to 2026 Schedule

David Byrne has announced another run of North American dates kicking off April 4 in Vancouver and concluding May 17 in Baltimore. Byrne will also perform at Big Ears Festival and Coachella Valley Music and […]

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The Damned Drops Video + Single ‘See Emily Play’ off New Album

December 4, 2025 News Comments Off on The Damned Drops Video + Single ‘See Emily Play’ off New Album

The second video/single from The Damned’s forthcoming rock covers album, NOT LIKE EVERYBODY ELSE, is out now. The track “See Emily Play” is a vibrant reinterpretation of Pink Floyd’s psychedelic classic and is accompanied by […]

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Jay Som Returns to Adoring Crowds at The Roxy in Support of Album ‘Belong’

November 26, 2025 News Comments Off on Jay Som Returns to Adoring Crowds at The Roxy in Support of Album ‘Belong’

Photos and review by NOTES FROM VIVACE LOS ANGELES – Jay Som (moniker for Melina Duterte) played The Roxy to an adoring crowd on a Sunday night. Per Duterte, this was her first Los Angeles […]

Musicians

Guns N’ Roses World Tour 2026 Includes Stops in Los Angeles, East Rutherford, Las Vegas

November 24, 2025 News Comments Off on Guns N’ Roses World Tour 2026 Includes Stops in Los Angeles, East Rutherford, Las Vegas

Guns N’ Roses will hit the road again in the spring and summer 2026, with shows across Europe and the US, including performances at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, Calif., East Rutherford, N.J., and Las […]

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Nashville’s Laney Jones and the Spirits Drop Self-Titled Record and Accompanying Vid

November 21, 2025 News Comments Off on Nashville’s Laney Jones and the Spirits Drop Self-Titled Record and Accompanying Vid

Nashville-based rock outfit Laney Jones and the Spirits have released their self-titled debut album and share a video for the single “Bitch Year.” The band is fronted by Laney Jones and rounded out by her […]

Live Reviews

Jail Guitar Doors USA, Founded by Wayne Kramer, Rocks Record Party at CAPO Center

November 19, 2025 News Comments Off on Jail Guitar Doors USA, Founded by Wayne Kramer, Rocks Record Party at CAPO Center

Photos and review by NOTES FROM VIVACE LOS ANGELES – One of the stronger November storms on record passed through Los Angeles on Saturday night, but inside The C.A.P.O. Center all was of good cheer. […]

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Hotel Mira Impresses with ‘Pity Party’ and ‘The After Party’ Tour Stop – Photos + Review

November 17, 2025 News Comments Off on Hotel Mira Impresses with ‘Pity Party’ and ‘The After Party’ Tour Stop – Photos + Review

Photos and review by NOTES FROM VIVACE LOS ANGELES – Hotel Mira walked out onto the Zebulon stage with Beastie Boys’ “(You Gotta) Fight For Your Right (To Party!)” playing over the speakers. The band, […]

By DONNA BALANCIA

Jason Heath & The Greedy Souls Honor Mentor Wayne Kramer with New Album – Interview

November 16, 2025 News Comments Off on Jason Heath & The Greedy Souls Honor Mentor Wayne Kramer with New Album – Interview

Jason Heath & The Greedy Souls have released a high-energy album called “Earth Fire Water Airborne.” The ever-charitable frontman sat down to talk with US Rocker about his mentor, Wayne Kramer, new music, and the […]

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Cheap Trick Drop 21st Album ‘All Washed Up’ and Announce Tour Dates

November 14, 2025 News Comments Off on Cheap Trick Drop 21st Album ‘All Washed Up’ and Announce Tour Dates

Cheap Trick have released their 21st studio album, called “All Washed Up.” The group has also dropped a video for the track “The Riff That Won’t Quit.” The album, released via BMG, is available digitally […]

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‘Life’s Been Good: Joe Walsh’ Auction Gives Famous Rocker a Chance to ‘Get More Stuff’

November 12, 2025 News Comments Off on ‘Life’s Been Good: Joe Walsh’ Auction Gives Famous Rocker a Chance to ‘Get More Stuff’

Joe Walsh will auction more than 800 of his beloved items, including guitars and amps, live at the Troubadour on Dec. 16 and 17 via Julien’s Auctions, it was announced. The event, which also includes […]

Live Reviews

Substance Fest Delivers a Range of Sound Across Three Stages at Belasco

November 11, 2025 News Comments Off on Substance Fest Delivers a Range of Sound Across Three Stages at Belasco

Photos and review by NOTES FROM VIVACE LOS ANGELES – The Substance Fest took over the Belasco where eye liner and black leather was the rage for concert attendees. The Friday night fans showed their […]

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Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 2025 Induction Ceremony Takes Center Stage in LA

November 9, 2025 News Comments Off on Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 2025 Induction Ceremony Takes Center Stage in LA

LOS ANGELES – Cyndi Lauper and Jack White made acceptance speeches at the 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony that urged viewers to follow their dreams regardless of limitations. Highlights from the […]

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Classic US Rocker Reviews

  • LCD Soundsystem at Observatory - Photo © 2018 Donna Balancia
    Review: LCD Soundsystem Wires Observatory and Electrifies at Hollywood Bowl
    May 8, 2018 Comments Off on Review: LCD Soundsystem Wires Observatory and Electrifies at Hollywood Bowl
  • 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
  • REVIEW: Bananarama Bring Dance Party to LA in Rare Live Show
    February 21, 2018 Comments Off on REVIEW: Bananarama Bring Dance Party to LA in Rare Live Show
  • REVIEW: Simple Minds Proves to be More Than ‘The Breakfast Club’ in Concert
    October 31, 2018 Comments Off on REVIEW: Simple Minds Proves to be More Than ‘The Breakfast Club’ in Concert
  • Review: Johnny Marr Live Performances Time and Again Prove His Mastery as Solo Musician
    May 23, 2019 Comments Off on Review: Johnny Marr Live Performances Time and Again Prove His Mastery as Solo Musician

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  • ‘Life’s Been Good: Joe Walsh’ Auction Gives Famous Rocker a Chance to ‘Get More Stuff’
    November 12, 2025 Comments Off on ‘Life’s Been Good: Joe Walsh’ Auction Gives Famous Rocker a Chance to ‘Get More Stuff’
  • Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 2025 Induction Ceremony Takes Center Stage in LA
    November 9, 2025 Comments Off on Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 2025 Induction Ceremony Takes Center Stage in LA
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    October 21, 2025 Comments Off on Garbage Proves a Treasure to Fans in Boise, Despite Limiting Future Tour Dates

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  • 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

  • Dick Dale still rippin' - Photo © 1994 Heather Harris
    Interview: Guitar Legend Dick Dale Still Rippin’ The Surf Guitar Sound
    December 13, 2015 Comments Off on Interview: Guitar Legend Dick Dale Still Rippin’ The Surf Guitar Sound
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    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
  • California Rocker Q and A: Glass Mansions 
    April 1, 2018 Comments Off on California Rocker Q and A: Glass Mansions 
  • Chicano Batman Makes Hometown Crowd Proud, Wrapping U.S. Tour at LA Forum
    July 3, 2024 Comments Off on Chicano Batman Makes Hometown Crowd Proud, Wrapping U.S. Tour at LA Forum
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    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’
  • New Music: Sons Of Silver Drop ‘Running Out Of Words,’ Prep for Tour with Dogstar
    August 16, 2024 Comments Off on New Music: Sons Of Silver Drop ‘Running Out Of Words,’ Prep for Tour with Dogstar
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    Bob Ezrin Tells NAMM Attendees to be Precise on Music Terminology
    January 24, 2014 Comments Off on Bob Ezrin Tells NAMM Attendees to be Precise on Music Terminology




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