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Morrissey, The Damned, Blondie Turn Up the Heat at Cruel World Fest in Pasadena

May 15, 2022 News Comments Off on Morrissey, The Damned, Blondie Turn Up the Heat at Cruel World Fest in Pasadena

By DAN MACINTOSH PASADENA, Calif. – With temperatures reaching up into the 90s, Mother Nature put a lot of ‘cruel’ into the ‘worlds’ of the many Goths gathered for the Cruel World festival, which took place […]

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More Sweden-Based Rock: The Boppers Release New Video for ‘Motorbikin”

May 15, 2022 News Comments Off on More Sweden-Based Rock: The Boppers Release New Video for ‘Motorbikin”

The Boppers have released a brand new video for their latest single “Motorbikin’” from the upcoming album White Lightning. “Spring is here, the streets are swept so it feels really suiting to release a black […]

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BeachLife Fest Day 1 Rides Redondo Waves with Weezer, Black Pumas, 311

May 14, 2022 News Comments Off on BeachLife Fest Day 1 Rides Redondo Waves with Weezer, Black Pumas, 311

Photos + Words by LUIS MORENO REDONDO BEACH, Calif. – Friday started out as any typical Redondo Beach afternoon, with the temperature in the 70s and lots of sunshine. People were walking, skateboarding and e-biking, carrying […]

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Black Pumas, 311, and Weezer to Take the Stage Friday at BeachLife Festival in Redondo

May 13, 2022 News Comments Off on Black Pumas, 311, and Weezer to Take the Stage Friday at BeachLife Festival in Redondo

REDONDO BEACH, Calif. – Black Pumas, 311 and Weezer headline BeachLife Fest 2022 in Redondo Beach Friday night. Crowds of Southern California concert-lovers can catch Smashing Pumpkins on Saturday night and Steve Miller Band on […]

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Review + Photos: Dean Wareham Has Plenty to Say to the Music Fans of L.A.

May 13, 2022 News Comments Off on Review + Photos: Dean Wareham Has Plenty to Say to the Music Fans of L.A.

Photos + Words by LUIS MORENO LOS ANGELES – Dean Wareham is on tour promoting his latest album I Have Nothing To Say To The Mayor of L.A.  The title itself, I believe, tells one […]

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Chris Forte Sets his Sights on the Stars with New Album ‘Backyard Astronomy’

May 12, 2022 News Comments Off on Chris Forte Sets his Sights on the Stars with New Album ‘Backyard Astronomy’

By JOHN DALY Chris Forte adds to his prolific musical accomplishments with his latest record, Backyard Astronomy, a collection of cool jazz and funk tracks. Forte has blended his love of music and astronomy with […]

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Review: Bruce Cockburn Evolves from Angry Young Folk Singer into Wise ‘Sage’

May 11, 2022 News Comments Off on Review: Bruce Cockburn Evolves from Angry Young Folk Singer into Wise ‘Sage’

By DAN MACINTOSH SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CA – Bruce Cockburn’s hair may be white, and he might now walk with a cane, but this fiery social commentator (in song) is still burning strong. He performed […]

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Review: Doug Henthorn’s New Album ‘Three’ a Discovery of Rare Rock Gold

May 10, 2022 News Comments Off on Review: Doug Henthorn’s New Album ‘Three’ a Discovery of Rare Rock Gold

By DONNA BALANCIA Doug Henthorn’s new album is one for the collection. Called Three — it’s Henthorn’s third album — the record encapsulates some of the best music we’ve heard so far this year. A fan […]

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Linda Hoover’s 1970 Album, ‘I Mean to Shine’ Feat. Steely Dan Members, Gets RSD Release

May 4, 2022 News Comments Off on Linda Hoover’s 1970 Album, ‘I Mean to Shine’ Feat. Steely Dan Members, Gets RSD Release

In the summer of 1970, singer songwriter Linda Hoover, then 19, entered Manhattan’s Advantage Sound Studio to cut her debut album with first-time producer Gary Katz, and the young songwriting and arranging duo of Walter […]

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Pohgoh to Return with Album ‘du und ich’ this Fall, Band Signs with Spartan Records

May 3, 2022 News Comments Off on Pohgoh to Return with Album ‘du und ich’ this Fall, Band Signs with Spartan Records

Indie outfit Pohgoh has signed with Spartan Records, which will release the band’s upcoming J. Robbins-produced album du und ich this fall. The new album is the band’s first release since 2018. “After releasing things ourselves […]

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The Mountain Goats Rock the Crowds with Smart and Memorable Music

May 2, 2022 News Comments Off on The Mountain Goats Rock the Crowds with Smart and Memorable Music

Photos + Words by LUIS MORENO The Mountain Goats are now on tour again to support their three pandemic albums including 2020’s Songs for Pierre Chuvin, 2021’s Dark In Here plus all the classics you’d […]

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Brian Jonestown Massacre Musical Instruments Recovered by Portland Police, Tour Continues

May 2, 2022 News Comments Off on Brian Jonestown Massacre Musical Instruments Recovered by Portland Police, Tour Continues

More than $50,000 worth of gear belonging to psyche rockers The Brian Jonestown Massacre has been recovered by police in Portland. The stash included custom made guitars and effects pedals, which have long played an […]

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Stevie Cornell Captures The Imagination with Excellent Self-Titled Album

May 1, 2022 News Comments Off on Stevie Cornell Captures The Imagination with Excellent Self-Titled Album

Review by JOHN DALY Stevie Cornell has made a triumphant and humble return to the music scene after a 20-year absence with his outstanding new self-titled album. The Santa Rosa, Calif.-based Cornell helps ease listeners […]

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Brian Jonestown Massacre Album ‘Fire Doesn’t Grow On Trees’ a No-Frills Listen

May 1, 2022 News Comments Off on Brian Jonestown Massacre Album ‘Fire Doesn’t Grow On Trees’ a No-Frills Listen

By AVA LIVERSIDGE Brian Jonestown Massacre’s return is on the horizon as the ’90s rock giant’s 19th studio album is scheduled for release come June. Uncompromising yet fresh, their 10-track LP Fire Doesn’t Grow On […]

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Brian Jonestown Massacre’s Music is Worth The Wait at The Wiltern in LA

April 24, 2022 News Comments Off on Brian Jonestown Massacre’s Music is Worth The Wait at The Wiltern in LA

By DAN MACINTOSH LOS ANGELES – The Brian Jonestown Massacre played some wonderful music at The Wiltern, but the band also tested its audience’s patience a tad. Rather than building momentum from song to song, leader […]

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Record Review: Wet Leg Makes Their Debut Album (Serious) Fun

April 24, 2022 News Comments Off on Record Review: Wet Leg Makes Their Debut Album (Serious) Fun

By RICK SCHINDLER Neatly encapsulating the ennui of the past two years in the image of lounging “all day long” in one’s underwear, Wet Leg’s “Chaise Longue” is the Song of the Pandemic. It’s also […]

California Rocker®

Jack Tempchin and Mrs. Henry Release Rockin’ New Tune, ‘Waiting’

April 22, 2022 News Comments Off on Jack Tempchin and Mrs. Henry Release Rockin’ New Tune, ‘Waiting’

#CaliforniaRocker SAN DIEGO – Songwriter Jack Tempchin and San Diego rock band Mrs. Henry have released “Waiting,” their first collaboration. Recorded live in one take in Otay Mesa, the gritty rock single bottles lightning in […]

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Death Valley Girls Share Remix of Peaches’ Track ‘When I’m Free’

April 21, 2022 News Comments Off on Death Valley Girls Share Remix of Peaches’ Track ‘When I’m Free’

#CaliforniaRocker Death Valley Girls have shared a remix of their new track “When I’m Free” by the legendary multi-disciplinary artist Peaches via Suicide Squeeze Records. For nearly a decade, Death Valley Girls have made it […]

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Boxing Champ Tyson Fury and Songwriter Don McLean Team on ‘American Pie’

April 19, 2022 News Comments Off on Boxing Champ Tyson Fury and Songwriter Don McLean Team on ‘American Pie’

Ahead of defending his world title belts, heavyweight champion of the world Tyson Fury has joined forces with legendary American singer-songwriter Don McLean to create a brand-new rendition of “American Pie.” Fury, who will take […]

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Sons of Silver Host Facebook Live Party to Launch EP ‘Ordinary Sex Appeal’

April 19, 2022 News Comments Off on Sons of Silver Host Facebook Live Party to Launch EP ‘Ordinary Sex Appeal’

“Super group” Sons of Silver will release their sophomore EP Ordinary Sex Appeal on April 29. The band will hold an exclusive Facebook live stream show and listening party to join them on April 20 […]

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Gracie Gray Leaves Emotive and Lingering Sounds at Permanent Records Roadhouse

April 15, 2022 News Comments Off on Gracie Gray Leaves Emotive and Lingering Sounds at Permanent Records Roadhouse

Photos and Review by NOTES FROM VIVACE LOS ANGELES – I first came across Gracie Gray in 2019 at a since-vanished venue called The Satellite in Los Angeles. I immediately fell in love with the […]

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Loose Buttons Keep It Together at Moroccan Lounge in Los Angeles

April 15, 2022 News Comments Off on Loose Buttons Keep It Together at Moroccan Lounge in Los Angeles

Photos and Review by LUIS MORENO LOS ANGELES – Loose Buttons from New York City kept it together at the Moroccan Lounge in downtown L.A. the other night. They’re promoting the recently released album What’s […]

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LIVE at The Mint in Los Angeles: Reverend Peyton’s Big Damn Band Rocks The House

April 14, 2022 News Comments Off on LIVE at The Mint in Los Angeles: Reverend Peyton’s Big Damn Band Rocks The House

Photos and Review by LUIS MORENO US Rocker Photo Editor Three years later and Reverend Peyton’s Big Damn Band still brings the house down. This time it was The Mint in Los Angeles supporting their […]

Live Reviews

Bob Mould Rocks The Troubadour and Proves He is Truly a Master Musician

April 13, 2022 News Comments Off on Bob Mould Rocks The Troubadour and Proves He is Truly a Master Musician

LOS ANGELES – If you are too young to have witnessed Bob Mould in a few of his other prior artistic vehicles (Husker Du, Sugar), this Tuesday night show offered an all-in-one live retrospective of […]

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Hot Tracks: Ledisi + Neville Brothers, Elf Power, and Von Tramps Rock Our World

April 12, 2022 News Comments Off on Hot Tracks: Ledisi + Neville Brothers, Elf Power, and Von Tramps Rock Our World

Petaluma Records released the official video for “Knockin’” featuring Ledisi, George Porter Jr, Ian Neville, Cyril Neville and Ivan Neville.  The new recording is the sixth single unveiled from the upcoming soundtrack release Take Me […]

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Review: Jack White’s Latest Album, ‘Fear of the Dawn,’ an Epic Work of Synthesis

April 11, 2022 News Comments Off on Review: Jack White’s Latest Album, ‘Fear of the Dawn,’ an Epic Work of Synthesis

By AVA LIVERSIDGE Jack White is the music industry’s most exciting outsider. In fact, the career garage rocker-turned Willy Wonka-esque vinyl mogul has created a music industry microcosm of his own via the Third Man […]

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