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Mick Jagger of The Rolling Stones Rocks the Rose Bowl - Photo by Donna Balancia
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Photos: The Rolling Stones Return to The Rose Bowl in Pasadena

August 23, 2019 News Comments Off on Photos: The Rolling Stones Return to The Rose Bowl in Pasadena

Legendary Rockers Pack The Rose Bowl, Announce ‘Rolling Stones’ on Mars By DONNA BALANCIA The Rolling Stones played their most memorable songs at Pasadena’s Rose Bowl, gave props to some local venues, and got the […]

Robert Downey Jr at Rose Bowl - Courtesy JPL
Musicians

Video: Robert Downey Jr. Introduces NASA’s ‘Rolling Stones Rock’ to Rose Bowl Crowd

August 23, 2019 News Comments Off on Video: Robert Downey Jr. Introduces NASA’s ‘Rolling Stones Rock’ to Rose Bowl Crowd

By JOHN DALY Robert Downey Jr. made an appearance at the Rose Bowl Thursday night at the Rolling Stones concert to announce NASA’s “Rolling Stones Rock.” “I’ve been entrusted with gathering support for a very […]

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The Rolling Stones are Ready for The Rose Bowl in Pasadena, Are You?

August 21, 2019 News Comments Off on The Rolling Stones are Ready for The Rose Bowl in Pasadena, Are You?

Avoid Traffic, Arrive Early in Pasadena for The Rolling Stones By JOHN DALY The Rolling Stones will make their first Rose Bowl appearance in 25 years on Thursday. But if you’re heading out to see […]

Polartropica - Photo by Notes From Vivace
By NOTES FROM VIVACE

Indie on the Rise: Polartropica Invites Audiences to a Colorful Music Party

August 21, 2019 News Comments Off on Indie on the Rise: Polartropica Invites Audiences to a Colorful Music Party

By NOTES FROM VIVACE I first came across Polartropica at Echo Park Rising in 2018. The band was playing at Spacedust. With the band’s futuristic fashion and the fact that they were playing at a […]

Musicians

Indie Tuesdays: Adera Takes New Approach with Video for ‘Little Feather’

August 20, 2019 News Comments Off on Indie Tuesdays: Adera Takes New Approach with Video for ‘Little Feather’

By JOHN DALY Adera has released its latest track, “Little Feather” and the accompanying video conveys the challenges society faces with issues related to mental health. “I’ve always struggled with anxiety,” said Tiffany Calderbank of […]

Musicians

Watch Slash Ft. Myles Kennedy and The Conspirators New Video Clip ‘Shadow Life’

August 19, 2019 News Comments Off on Watch Slash Ft. Myles Kennedy and The Conspirators New Video Clip ‘Shadow Life’

By JOHN DALY Check out the latest video from Slash ft. Myles Kennedy and The Conspirators from the upcoming DVD “Living The Dream Tour,” called “Shadow Life.” The new performance clip for “Shadow Life” is […]

Musicians

Review: George Thorogood and The Destroyers Build Excitement into SoCal Show

August 19, 2019 News Comments Off on Review: George Thorogood and The Destroyers Build Excitement into SoCal Show

Opener Walter Trout Comes Roaring Back By CRAIG HAMMONS Everybody was feeling alright at the rock party tonight. Blues brother George Thorogood and his band The Destroyers are on the road celebrating 45 years of […]

Live Reviews

Photos: Hermosa Beach Summer Series Launches with Kitten, The Wrecks, The Score

August 19, 2019 News Comments Off on Photos: Hermosa Beach Summer Series Launches with Kitten, The Wrecks, The Score

By DONNA BALANCIA Hermosa Beach Summer Series Launched on Saturday with high energy performances by The Score, Kitten, The Wrecks and Your Favorite Color. The Score and The Wrecks tried out some new songs on […]

Concert Advances

Watch The Rolling Stones’ Encore ‘Satisfaction’ at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara Sunday Night

August 19, 2019 News Comments Off on Watch The Rolling Stones’ Encore ‘Satisfaction’ at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara Sunday Night

By JOHN DALY The Rolling Stones gave the fans true “Satisfaction” in Santa Clara, judging by Instagram coverage of the NorCal  stop on the “No Filter” Tour Sunday night. See Photos from The Rolling Stones […]

The Latest

Funk Duo Tuxedo Revives the Boogie Beat with Latest Album ‘Tuxedo III’

August 18, 2019 News Comments Off on Funk Duo Tuxedo Revives the Boogie Beat with Latest Album ‘Tuxedo III’

By JOHN DALY Tuxedo is bringing back the boogie beat. Funk duo Tuxedo will tout their throwback sound at the Globe Theatre in downtown Los Angeles on Friday, Aug. 23. They’re touring in support of […]

The Latest

Los Angeles Locals Vista Kicks Open for The Rolling Stones in Santa Clara

August 17, 2019 News Comments Off on Los Angeles Locals Vista Kicks Open for The Rolling Stones in Santa Clara

By DONNA BALANCIA Vista Kicks opened for The Rolling Stones at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara and it proves that hard work and good timing pay off. The band, comprised of bassist Trevor Sutton, singer […]

The Latest

Listen: Randy Travis Releases New Single From the Archives ‘Lead Me Home’

August 16, 2019 News Comments Off on Listen: Randy Travis Releases New Single From the Archives ‘Lead Me Home’

By JOHN DALY Randy Travis has released a new single from the Warner Archives, called “Lead Me Home,” an inspiring, banjo-leading bluegrass melody. On the upbeat single, Travis takes his traditional country roots and blends the […]

Paul Simon - Photo by Sylvia Borgo
Live Reviews

Week In Photos: Paul Simon Wraps Outside Lands Fest, and Summer, in Style

August 16, 2019 News Comments Off on Week In Photos: Paul Simon Wraps Outside Lands Fest, and Summer, in Style

By SYLVIA BORGO The last day of Outside Lands 2019 was stacked with veterans including Paul Simon, Mavis Staples and Kacey Musgraves, the leading lady of country music . Judah and the Lion, Leon Bridges […]

Musicians

Heart Surgery Delayed Steve Jones’ Return to Radio, He Tells KLOS Audience

August 15, 2019 News Comments Off on Heart Surgery Delayed Steve Jones’ Return to Radio, He Tells KLOS Audience

By DONNA BALANCIA UPDATE 12/13 – Ending a three-month mystery, Jonesy told his KLOS-FM audience he had a heart operation and recuperation, which delayed his return to the radio. The following week, on 12/20 he […]

Riley from Speed of Light performs at Bands In a Barbershop - Donna Balancia
By NOTES FROM VIVACE

‘Bands In a Barbershop’ and Alternative Venues Take Center Stage at Echo Park Rising Through Sunday

August 15, 2019 News Comments Off on ‘Bands In a Barbershop’ and Alternative Venues Take Center Stage at Echo Park Rising Through Sunday

By DONNA BALANCIA To see some of the best up-and-coming bands at Echo Park Rising this year, a good place to start is American Barbershop on Sunset, which has become known for its “Bands In […]

On The Water Cancelled
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CANCELLED: On The Water in Huntington Beach Latest Festival to Be Scrapped

August 14, 2019 News Comments Off on CANCELLED: On The Water in Huntington Beach Latest Festival to Be Scrapped

By DONNA BALANCIA On The Water Festival, which was set for Oct. 12-13 in Huntington Beach, has been cancelled according to a post on the festival’s website. “Due to unforeseen circumstances, On The Water scheduled […]

Robert Smith - Paul Padshewscky
concerts

PREVIEW: The Cure, Pixies, Deftones Prep for ‘Pasadena Daydream Festival’

August 14, 2019 News Comments Off on PREVIEW: The Cure, Pixies, Deftones Prep for ‘Pasadena Daydream Festival’

By DAN MACINTOSH When The Cure headlines the Pasadena Daydream Festival at The Rose Bowl on Aug. 31, the band will do so as an unlikely big festival headliner. Photos: Check out The Cure at […]

Damian Marley Mauna Kea
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Damian ‘Jr. Gong’ Marley Joins Ongoing Big Island Protest Against Telescope on Mauna Kea

August 14, 2019 News Comments Off on Damian ‘Jr. Gong’ Marley Joins Ongoing Big Island Protest Against Telescope on Mauna Kea

By JOHN DALY Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley made a visit to the Big Island of Hawaii to stand in solidarity and lend his support to the protesters standing to “Protect Mauna Kea”from the invasive TMT (Thirty […]

By DAN MACINTOSH

A$AP Rocky, Cardi B, Big Sean and Miguel Run Away with Real Street Festival

August 13, 2019 News Comments Off on A$AP Rocky, Cardi B, Big Sean and Miguel Run Away with Real Street Festival

By DAN MACINTOSH ANAHEIM, CA — The first Real Street Festival, presented by radio station Real 92.3, didn’t ‘really’ take place out on the streets. In fact, its two stages butted up against a real […]

concerts

Hermosa Summer Series Touts The Score, White Buffalo, Iglu and Hartly and Mariachi El Bronx

August 12, 2019 News Comments Off on Hermosa Summer Series Touts The Score, White Buffalo, Iglu and Hartly and Mariachi El Bronx

By JOHN DALY Hermosa Summer Series features The Score and Iglu and Hartly this weekend, Aug. 17-18, and White Buffalo and Mariachi El Bronx next weekend, Aug. 24-25. The music headliner on Saturday, Aug. 17 […]

Live Reviews

Photos: Johnny Ramone Tribute at Hollywood Forever Draws Icons of Rock and Film

August 12, 2019 News Comments Off on Photos: Johnny Ramone Tribute at Hollywood Forever Draws Icons of Rock and Film

By DONNA BALANCIA Icons of music and film were on hand at Hollywood Forever Cemetery Sunday, Linda Ramone’s annual party and film screening to honor her late husband and Ramones founding member, Johnny Ramone. Some […]

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Photo Gallery: Outside Lands Blends Best in Music With Golden Surroundings

August 10, 2019 News Comments Off on Photo Gallery: Outside Lands Blends Best in Music With Golden Surroundings

Check Out Sunday Set Times Photos by SYLVIA BORGO SAN FRANCISCO – Outside Lands got off to a rousing start with a range of diverse performers taking the various stages in Golden Gate Park. The […]

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Rob Zombie and Bring Me The Horizon Headline ‘Las Rageous’ fest in Downtown Vegas

August 10, 2019 News Comments Off on Rob Zombie and Bring Me The Horizon Headline ‘Las Rageous’ fest in Downtown Vegas

By JOHN DALY Rob Zombie and Bring Me The Horizon headline the third annual Las Rageous, Sin City’s rock and metal music festival at the Downtown Las Vegas Events Center on Oct. 18-19. Las Rageous […]

FILM AND TV

Johnny Ramone Tribute at Hollywood Forever Cemetery a Star-Studded Event

August 9, 2019 News Comments Off on Johnny Ramone Tribute at Hollywood Forever Cemetery a Star-Studded Event

By JOHN DALY Johnny Ramone lives on as the legacy of the founding member of The Ramones will be celebrated this Sunday at Hollywood Forever Cemetery. Check out Johnny Ramone Tribute 2019 Photos Here Linda […]

RIP

Arthur Williams Expected to Be Charged with First-Degree Murder in Killing of OC Drummer Dave McCabe

August 8, 2019 News Comments Off on Arthur Williams Expected to Be Charged with First-Degree Murder in Killing of OC Drummer Dave McCabe

UPDATE – Arthur Williams pleaded guilty to second-degree murder for the July 20, 2019 killing of drummer Dave McCabe, according to published reports. The plea was entered Tuesday, Jan. 23, 2024, before Williams was to […]

interviews

Interview: Bacon Brothers Take Their ‘Shakey Ground’ Tour to The Canyon and Beyond

August 8, 2019 News Comments Off on Interview: Bacon Brothers Take Their ‘Shakey Ground’ Tour to The Canyon and Beyond

By DONNA BALANCIA The Bacon Brothers are used to the spotlight, but making music is their first love. The Bacon Brothers will play the Canyon tonight and Napa on Aug. 9 and 10. Kevin Bacon […]

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    The Amish Outlaws Kick Off the Summer in Rowdy Style at Dewey Beach
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    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
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    Review + Photos: Sparks and They Might Be Giants Light it Up at The Hollywood Bowl
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Vintage Interviews

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    Punk Rock Legend Chip Kinman and his New Band, Ford Madox Ford, Release Single, Announce Tour
    June 9, 2016 Comments Off on Punk Rock Legend Chip Kinman and his New Band, Ford Madox Ford, Release Single, Announce Tour
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    KRML of Carmel, California – Trailblazer for Independent Commercial Radio Stations
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