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Rocky Horror Picture Show Movie Soundtrack Gets Deluxe Edition Release

October 12, 2025 News Comments Off on Rocky Horror Picture Show Movie Soundtrack Gets Deluxe Edition Release

The Rocky Horror Picture Show continues celebrating its landmark 50th anniversary with the deluxe edition release of the original movie soundtrack, reissued via Ode Records on 180g red-in-gold vinyl. Housed in a heavyweight gold-foil jacket […]

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No Doubt to Play The Sphere in Las Vegas for a Run of Shows May 2026

October 10, 2025 News Comments Off on No Doubt to Play The Sphere in Las Vegas for a Run of Shows May 2026

STAFF REPORT No Doubt, the ever-unique group comprised of Gwen Stefani, Tony Kanal, Tom Dumont, and Adrian Young, return to liver performances with “No Doubt Live at Sphere,” a 6-night limited engagement in Las Vegas, […]

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The Dandy Warhols Take The Bellwether by Storm in Memorable LA Show

October 9, 2025 News Comments Off on The Dandy Warhols Take The Bellwether by Storm in Memorable LA Show

Photos and review by NOTES FROM VIVACE LOS ANGELES – The Dandy Warhol’s vocalist-guitarist Coutney Taylor-Taylor mentioned that their 12-stop tour across the western part of the United States was “a bit of a last […]

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Totally Tubular Fest Adds East Coast, New Year’s Eve Dates to Close Out 2025

October 8, 2025 News Comments Off on Totally Tubular Fest Adds East Coast, New Year’s Eve Dates to Close Out 2025

The 80’s New Wave tour, Totally Tubular Festival, featuring artists including A Flock Of Seagulls, Thomas Dolby and The Motels, has announced four East Coast shows to close out 2025, from Dec. 27-Dec. 31. The […]

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New York Band, Laveda, Tours the US with Third Studio Album ‘Love, Darla’

October 6, 2025 News Comments Off on New York Band, Laveda, Tours the US with Third Studio Album ‘Love, Darla’

Photos and review by NOTES FROM VIVACE LOS ANGELES – Laveda from New York, is in the midst of a month-long tour across the United States to promote their third studio album Love, Darla. The […]

Dorothy - All photos by Julie Ann Shaw U.S. Rocker
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Dorothy Celebrates Album ‘The Way’ with Redemption Tour – Photos + Review

October 5, 2025 News Comments Off on Dorothy Celebrates Album ‘The Way’ with Redemption Tour – Photos + Review

Photos and review by JULIE ANN SHAW BOISE, Idaho – To celebrate their album, “The Way,” Dorothy hit the road with Eddie and the Getaway for The Redemption Tour. One of the stops that they […]

Taleen Kali - All photos by Notes From Vivace US Rocker
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Dum Dum Records Celebrates Four-Year Anniversary at Midnight Hour Records

October 3, 2025 News Comments Off on Dum Dum Records Celebrates Four-Year Anniversary at Midnight Hour Records

Photos and review by NOTES FROM VIVACE LOS ANGELES – Dum Dum Records celebrated its four year anniversary at The Midnight Hour Records with a musical celebration. The night featured Taleen Kali, Gottlieb, and Sunder. […]

Iggy Pop Wraps Tour - Photo by Paul McAlpine
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Iggy Pop Shows No Signs of Shutdown with Tour Finale at The Anthem in Washington, D.C.

October 2, 2025 News Comments Off on Iggy Pop Shows No Signs of Shutdown with Tour Finale at The Anthem in Washington, D.C.

Feature photos by PAUL MCALPINE Review by DONNA BALANCIA WASHINGTON, D.C. – Iggy Pop burst out onto the vast stage at The Anthem in Washington, D.C. and brought down the house on the final stop […]

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Yes Kicks Off ‘The Fragile Tour 2025’ on the East Coast, Wraps in Reno in November

October 1, 2025 News Comments Off on Yes Kicks Off ‘The Fragile Tour 2025’ on the East Coast, Wraps in Reno in November

Yes is taking their act on the road with “The Fragile Tour 2025,” which kicks off on the East Coast and wraps in Reno in November. At these “evening with Yes” shows, the progressive rock […]

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The Head And The Heart Captivate Both Among the Fans at The Greek in LA

September 30, 2025 News Comments Off on The Head And The Heart Captivate Both Among the Fans at The Greek in LA

Photos and review by NOTES FROM VIVACE LOS ANGELES – The Head And The Heart walked onto the Greek Theatre stage with a warmth that embraced their fan base. Guitarist Matt Gervais immediately strolled over […]

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Empire of the Sun Releases 7-Track EP, ‘Walking On A Dream (Reimagined)’

September 29, 2025 News Comments Off on Empire of the Sun Releases 7-Track EP, ‘Walking On A Dream (Reimagined)’

Empire of the Sun has released a reimagined version of its beloved hit “Walking On A Dream,” the title track to a 7-track EP, called “Walking On A Dream (Reimagined).” The original “Walking On A […]

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Cody Johnson, Lainey Wilson and Post Malone Headline Stagecoach 2026

September 26, 2025 News Comments Off on Cody Johnson, Lainey Wilson and Post Malone Headline Stagecoach 2026

Cody Johnson, Lainey Wilson, and Post Malone headline Stagecoach 2026, one of country music’s biggest festivals, which returns April 24-26 at Indio, Calif.’s Empire Polo Club.  Additional musicians include Bailey Zimmerman, Riley Green, Brooks & […]

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Descendents to Reissue ‘I Don’t Want To Grow Up’ for 40th Anniversary

September 24, 2025 News Comments Off on Descendents to Reissue ‘I Don’t Want To Grow Up’ for 40th Anniversary

Descendents will reissue “I Don’t Want To Grow Up,” the band’s second album, arriving November 21, 2025 from Org Music. The reissue will be available on all formats—LP, CD, and cassette—alongside a special “Punk Note” […]

Yungblud on the 'Idols' tour - Photos by Silvia Paveri
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Yungblud Electrifies the Crowds During ‘Idols’ World Tour – Photos + Review

September 21, 2025 News Comments Off on Yungblud Electrifies the Crowds During ‘Idols’ World Tour – Photos + Review

Photos and review by SILVIA PAVERI DANVILLE, VA – Midway through his Idols world tour, Yungblud stormed into Danville, Virginia, turning The Pantheon at Caesars Virginia into a masterclass of unfiltered energy and punk-rock communion. […]

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Southern Rock Band 38 Special Drops New Album ‘Milestone’ – Listen + Watch Video

September 19, 2025 News Comments Off on Southern Rock Band 38 Special Drops New Album ‘Milestone’ – Listen + Watch Video

The classic southern rock band 38 Special, which recorded hits including “Hold On Loosely” and “Caught Up In You,” have released the new album “Milestone.” In celebration of the band’s 50th anniversary, their first new […]

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Watch Trailer – ‘Depeche Mode: M’ Covers Beloved Band’s Mexico City Shows

September 18, 2025 News Comments Off on Watch Trailer – ‘Depeche Mode: M’ Covers Beloved Band’s Mexico City Shows

“Depech Mode: M,” a film capturing Mexican culture’s relationship with death, framed by the iconic live performances of Depeche Mode, is coming to cinemas and IMAX worldwide for a limited theatrical event beginning Tuesday, October […]

Anthony Smith and Jeffrey Steele tore it up at King of France - All photos by Donna Balancia
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Annapolis Songwriters Fest by Rams Head Presents Hits All the High Notes – Review

September 16, 2025 News Comments Off on Annapolis Songwriters Fest by Rams Head Presents Hits All the High Notes – Review

Photos and review by DONNA BALANCIA ANNAPOLIS, Md. – Annapolis Songwriters Festival musicians prove that you don’t have to brandish a lot of fanfare to make an impression. Ram’s Head Presents put on the fourth […]

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Oasis Reunion Brings Out the Love Between Brothers and Fans at the Rose Bowl

September 14, 2025 News Comments Off on Oasis Reunion Brings Out the Love Between Brothers and Fans at the Rose Bowl

Oasis at the Rose Bowl, Sunday, September 7th, 2025 Photos and review by ALYSON CAMUS LOS ANGELES – A year ago, Oasis announced a reunion tour, just two days short of the 30th anniversary of […]

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Emmylou Harris, Margo Price, Among Hardly Strictly Bluegrass 2025 Performers

September 12, 2025 News Comments Off on Emmylou Harris, Margo Price, Among Hardly Strictly Bluegrass 2025 Performers

SAN FRANCISCO – Emmylou Harris, Margo Price and Patty Griffin are among the many performers in the lineup for the silver anniversary of Hardly Strictly Bluegrass this year at San Francisco’s Golden Gate Park, Friday, […]

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Jeff Tweedy Exercises ‘Freedom of Choice’ With Devo Cover off Triple Album

September 11, 2025 News Comments Off on Jeff Tweedy Exercises ‘Freedom of Choice’ With Devo Cover off Triple Album

Jeff Tweedy is exercising his “Freedom of Choice” by covering the famous Devo track of the same name. Tweedy’s latest single is part of a wide-ranging collection, “Twilight Override” due Sept. 26. “There’s a great […]

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Colin Hay Makes International Trek in Support of ‘Man @ Work Volume 2’

September 10, 2025 News Comments Off on Colin Hay Makes International Trek in Support of ‘Man @ Work Volume 2’

Colin Hay the well-known frontman for the band Men at Work, will kick off an international tour performing beloved tracks and solo songs starting in Santa Barbara, Calif. on Oct. 8 and wrapping Dec. 11 […]

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‘Bring That Back’ by Dirk Schwenk a Deep-Rooted Journey on ‘The Bay’ – Review

September 7, 2025 News Comments Off on ‘Bring That Back’ by Dirk Schwenk a Deep-Rooted Journey on ‘The Bay’ – Review

By JOHN DALY ANNAPOLIS, Md. – Dirk Schwenk guides listeners through fresh waters of upbeat and nostalgic tracks with his newly released 7-track album, “Bring That Back.” Dirk’s musical style is an unprecedented blend of […]

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Blondie’s ‘No Exit’ Gets Remastered and Expanded Deluxe Reissue

September 4, 2025 News Comments Off on Blondie’s ‘No Exit’ Gets Remastered and Expanded Deluxe Reissue

Blondie’s “No Exit” is being reissued in a newly remastered and expanded Deluxe Edition, out October 31 via BMG. A definitive release of one of the band’s most pivotal records, and now available on vinyl […]

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John Oates Releases ‘Oates,’ a Beautiful and Soulful Collection with Good Vibes

August 31, 2025 News Comments Off on John Oates Releases ‘Oates,’ a Beautiful and Soulful Collection with Good Vibes

John Oates has released “Oates,” his new self-titled LP, and has dropped a visualizer for the track “A Ways Away.”  With the new record, “Oates” introduces a novel chapter in one of music’s most celebrated […]

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Robby Krieger to Play ‘A 60th Anniversary Doors Celebration’ at The Greek in LA

August 28, 2025 News Comments Off on Robby Krieger to Play ‘A 60th Anniversary Doors Celebration’ at The Greek in LA

Robby Krieger, the legendary guitarist of The Doors, is gearing up for “A 60th Anniversary Doors Celebration” at the Greek Theater in Los Angeles on Thursday, October 30. The show will honor the pioneering Los […]

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Happy Sundays Festival in Long Beach – Photos + Review by Notes From Vivace

August 26, 2025 News Comments Off on Happy Sundays Festival in Long Beach – Photos + Review by Notes From Vivace

Photos and review by NOTES FROM VIVACE LONG BEACH, Calif. – The two day Happy Sundays Festival in Long Beach had the Zaferia district abuzz – that didn’t just apply to the flying beetle bug […]

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