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Cage The Elephant Add October Headline Dates to Tour Schedule, Support Oasis

June 25, 2025 News Comments Off on Cage The Elephant Add October Headline Dates to Tour Schedule, Support Oasis

Tour News – Cage The Elephant have added October dates to their tour schedule, including stops in Detroit, Philadelphia, Philadelphia, Port Chester, N.Y., and Boston. The theatre tour, in support of their most recent album […]

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GWAR Descends on The North American Public with ‘The Return of Gor Gor’ Tour

June 24, 2025 News Comments Off on GWAR Descends on The North American Public with ‘The Return of Gor Gor’ Tour

GWAR, the other-worldly shock rocker troupe of aliens and other creatures, have announced The Return of Gor Gor Tour, a major North American trek to support their new multimedia release. GWAR is also laying to […]

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Colin Hay Reimagines ‘Blue For You’ on his New Album, ‘Man @ Work Volume 2’

June 22, 2025 News Comments Off on Colin Hay Reimagines ‘Blue For You’ on his New Album, ‘Man @ Work Volume 2’

Former Men at Work frontman and renowned singer-songwriter Colin Hay released the first single from his upcoming album “Man @ Work Volume 2,” a new recording of the reggae-inflected “Blue for You.” The song was […]

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Band of Skulls Unearth High Energy Fans Who Also Dig Mystic Knights

June 20, 2025 News Comments Off on Band of Skulls Unearth High Energy Fans Who Also Dig Mystic Knights

Photos and review by NOTES FROM VIVACE LOS ANGELES – Band of Skulls did not forget their California fans. After finishing up their tour in support of Jet, the band did a quick two stop […]

Robert Randolph - Photo by Julian Gross
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Robert Randolph Tours This Summer and Fall in Support of New Album, ‘Preacher Kids’

June 19, 2025 News Comments Off on Robert Randolph Tours This Summer and Fall in Support of New Album, ‘Preacher Kids’

Release – Robert Randolph has announced a run of U.S. tour dates in support of his upcoming album “Preacher Kids,” which will be released June 27 via Sun Records. Randolph will be bringing the fire […]

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The B-52s and Devo Unite for the 2025 ‘Cosmic De-Evolution Tour,’ Lene Lovich Opens

June 18, 2025 News Comments Off on The B-52s and Devo Unite for the 2025 ‘Cosmic De-Evolution Tour,’ Lene Lovich Opens

Release – Two of rock’s most influential forces, The B-52s and Devo, will unite for the 2025 “Cosmic De-Evolution Tour”: a co-headlining 11-date run serving as both bands’ continuing concert farewells. Lene Lovich will open […]

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Steve Perry Memorabilia Auction Raises $215K for Fire Victims

June 17, 2025 News Comments Off on Steve Perry Memorabilia Auction Raises $215K for Fire Victims

As Altadena continues to rebuild its neighborhoods after the devastating Los Angeles wildfires, famous frontman Steve Perry has raised $215,00 from his auction to help raise money for the fire victims via Sweet Relief Musicians […]

Peach Pit - All photos by Notes From Vivace for US Rocker
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Peach Pit Brings Back Fond Memories and Makes New Ones at the Greek in LA

June 15, 2025 News Comments Off on Peach Pit Brings Back Fond Memories and Makes New Ones at the Greek in LA

Photos and review by NOTES FROM VIVACE LOS ANGELES – Peach Pit mentioned to the Greek Theatre crowd that they played their first US show at the Bootleg Theater eight years ago. Lead singer Neil […]

Brian Wilson performed in Burbank in 2018 - Photo by Angelica Smith for US Rocker
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Brian Wilson Dies, Friends and Fans Mourn the Man Who Was Made For These Times

June 12, 2025 News Comments Off on Brian Wilson Dies, Friends and Fans Mourn the Man Who Was Made For These Times

By DONNA BALANCIA Feature Photo by ANGELICA SMITH-PASCUAL Brian Wilson, the founder of one of the world’s most beloved musical groups, The Beach Boys, passed away at 82, it was announced Wednesday. The musical savant […]

American Mile releases 'American Dream' - All photos by Will Cook
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Interview: American Mile Creates a ‘Dream’ of an Album with Latest Release

June 10, 2025 News Comments Off on Interview: American Mile Creates a ‘Dream’ of an Album with Latest Release

Interview by NOTES FROM VIVACE Photos by WILL COOK LOS ANGELES – American Mile just released their sophomore album “American Dream.” The album is a triumph of Americana-rock that will have you dreaming about driving […]

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David Byrne to Release New Album ‘Who Is the Sky’ in September – Watch Video

June 10, 2025 News Comments Off on David Byrne to Release New Album ‘Who Is the Sky’ in September – Watch Video

David Byrne will release a new album called “Who Is the Sky?” on Sept. 5 via Matador Records. To accompany the announcement, Byrne has released the compelling Gabriel Barcia-Colombo-directed video and track “Everybody Laughs.” “Who […]

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Sunflower Bean Graces the Lodge Room in LA with Emotive Tracks off ‘Mortal Primetime’

June 8, 2025 News Comments Off on Sunflower Bean Graces the Lodge Room in LA with Emotive Tracks off ‘Mortal Primetime’

Photos and review by Notes From Vivace LOS ANGELES – Sunflower Bean recently released their “Mortal Primetime” album. The album is packed with songs such as “I Knew Love” that will require a tissue box […]

QOTSA Catacombs - Photo by Andreas Neumann
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Queens of the Stone Age ‘Catacombs’ Film and Behind-The-Scenes Docu Out Now

June 5, 2025 News Comments Off on Queens of the Stone Age ‘Catacombs’ Film and Behind-The-Scenes Docu Out Now

Two films, “Queens of the Stone Age: Alive In the Catacombs” and the accompanying documentary “Alive in Paris and Before” are both out now. For the next 48 hours, fans who purchase “Alive In the […]

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Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo Take Their Successful Act and Marriage on Major Tour

June 4, 2025 News Comments Off on Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo Take Their Successful Act and Marriage on Major Tour

By DONNA BALANCIA Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo will embark on a major 23-stop fall tour that includes Philadelphia’s Wells Fargo Center, New York’s Madison Square Garden, The Hard Rock Live in Hollywood, Florida, and […]

Sharon Van Etten - Photos by Alyson Camus for US Rocker
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Sharon Van Etten Introduces New Band, The Attachment Theory, to Enthusiastic Crowd

May 30, 2025 News Comments Off on Sharon Van Etten Introduces New Band, The Attachment Theory, to Enthusiastic Crowd

Photos and review by ALYSON CAMUS LOS ANGELES – Sharon Van Etten has taken on different incarnations over the course of her seven studio albums. At the very least, it’s clear she has moved on […]

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Dope Lemon Delivers Australian Charm and ‘Golden Wolf’ at The Novo in LA

May 28, 2025 News Comments Off on Dope Lemon Delivers Australian Charm and ‘Golden Wolf’ at The Novo in LA

Photos and review by NOTES FROM VIVACE LOS ANGELES – Jumping across that other pond, Australian Dope Lemon (moniker for Angus Stone) came to Los Angeles’ The Novo to celebrate the release of his seventh […]

Miya Folick Lodge Room - All photos by Notes From Vivace
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Miya Folick Regales Lodge Room Crowd with Cuts off Third Album ‘Erotica Veronica’

May 27, 2025 News Comments Off on Miya Folick Regales Lodge Room Crowd with Cuts off Third Album ‘Erotica Veronica’

Photos and review by NOTES FROM VIVACE LOS ANGELES – Miya Folick stepped onto the Lodge Room stage to celebrate the release of her third album Erotica Veronica. The front of the stage was decorated […]

Nick Cave - All photos by Alyson Camus
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Cruel World Rains Don’t Dampen Spirits as Nick Cave, Garbage and Devo Shine

May 23, 2025 News Comments Off on Cruel World Rains Don’t Dampen Spirits as Nick Cave, Garbage and Devo Shine

Photos and review by ALYSON CAMUS LOS ANGELES – Cruel World Fest’s weather was rainy, and for several hours everyone tried to shelter from the rain with plastic ponchos and improvised raincoats. Last week, Just […]

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‘Cat on the Road to Findout’ Book and Music Tours by Cat Stevens / Yusuf Set for the Fall

May 20, 2025 News Comments Off on ‘Cat on the Road to Findout’ Book and Music Tours by Cat Stevens / Yusuf Set for the Fall

Following the announcement of his long-awaited memoir, “Cat on the Road to Findout,” Yusuf / Cat Stevens will embark on a limited run of special live events across North America this fall. The tour begins […]

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Rilo Kiley Reunite, Vampire Weekend Takes a Bite at Just Like Heaven Fest in Pasadena

May 15, 2025 News Comments Off on Rilo Kiley Reunite, Vampire Weekend Takes a Bite at Just Like Heaven Fest in Pasadena

Of Montreal, Beach Fossils and Slowdive Thrill at Fest Photos and review by ALYSON CAMUS LOS ANGELES – The 2025 edition of Just Like Heaven turned out to be extremely hot, with temperatures closer to […]

Jack West Photos by Harriet Kaplan for US Rocker
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Jack West Returns to Hotel Cafe With a New Style and New Songs – Review

May 14, 2025 News Comments Off on Jack West Returns to Hotel Cafe With a New Style and New Songs – Review

Photos and review by HARRIET KAPLAN LOS ANGELES – It’s been four years since singer/songwriter New York native Jack West made his last appearance at Hotel Cafe in Hollywood, Calif. He wasn’t exactly a scruffy […]

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Aerosmith Guitarist Joe Perry Sets a Return to the Road with The Joe Perry Project

May 12, 2025 News Comments Off on Aerosmith Guitarist Joe Perry Sets a Return to the Road with The Joe Perry Project

Aerosmith guitarist and songwriter Joe Perry is set to return to the road for a series of August performances with The Joe Perry Project. The 11-date run kicks off August 13 in Tampa, FL and […]

Aloe Blacc launches US and European tour - Photo © Donna Balancia
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Aloe Blacc Launches ‘Stand Together’ Tour Including U.S. and European Dates

May 8, 2025 News Comments Off on Aloe Blacc Launches ‘Stand Together’ Tour Including U.S. and European Dates

By DONNA BALANCIA Aloe Blacc has announced his 2025 Stand Together Tour, a run of live performances in support of his new album “Stand Together,” released through Grand Scheme Productions via Vydia. The tour includes […]

Barry Can't Swim - All photos by Notes From Vivace
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Barry Can’t Swim Captivates at The Shrine Ahead of New Album ‘Loner’

May 5, 2025 News Comments Off on Barry Can’t Swim Captivates at The Shrine Ahead of New Album ‘Loner’

Photos and review by NOTES FROM VIVACE LOS ANGELES – Building the buzz around his upcoming July 22 album release “Loner,” Barry Can’t Swim (the moniker for Joshua Spence Mainnie) concluded a North American tour […]

Guy Snowdon & The Citizens - Photo by John C. Benson
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Guy Snowdon & The Citizens Drop Rockin’ Album Recorded Live in Detroit

May 4, 2025 News Comments Off on Guy Snowdon & The Citizens Drop Rockin’ Album Recorded Live in Detroit

An outstanding record for people who like the music of Ten Years After and Guns N’ Roses, Guy Snowdon & The Citizens have released a rockin’ live album recorded at Corktown Tavern in Detroit, Michigan. […]

Robert Smith, Simon and Reeves - Photo by Donna Balancia
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The Cure Drop ‘Warsong (Chino Moreno Remix)’ off Upcoming ‘Mixes Of A Lost World’

May 2, 2025 News Comments Off on The Cure Drop ‘Warsong (Chino Moreno Remix)’ off Upcoming ‘Mixes Of A Lost World’

The Cure have released “Warsong (Chino Moreno Remix)” from the upcoming collection “Mixes Of A Lost World.” Deftones’ frontman Moreno calls the work a “slow-building, brooding musical piece” and his remix maximizes the dreamy and […]

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