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Melissa Etheridge Honored at National Arts and Entertainment Journalism Awards

December 8, 2024 News Comments Off on Melissa Etheridge Honored at National Arts and Entertainment Journalism Awards

Photos and coverage by ALYSON CAMUS LOS ANGELES – Melissa Etheridge, Tiffany Haddish, Kathy Bates and Kevin Frazier were among those honored at The 17th National Arts and Entertainment Journalism Awards at the Millennium Biltmore […]

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Brothers Promote ‘Becker’ Album at Roxy with Support from Soft Palms, The Hate Drugs

December 8, 2024 News Comments Off on Brothers Promote ‘Becker’ Album at Roxy with Support from Soft Palms, The Hate Drugs

LOS ANGELES – The Brothers Becker promoted their new album, “Becker” with a record release night at The Roxy. Their SWMRS fanbase was ready to celebrate the new lineup, as Cade Becker joined brothers Cole […]

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Jesse Malin Benefits from the Love of Famous Friends and the Fans at Beacon Theatre in NYC

December 4, 2024 News Comments Off on Jesse Malin Benefits from the Love of Famous Friends and the Fans at Beacon Theatre in NYC

Jesse Malin Benefit (Night One) Dec. 1, 2024 Beacon Theater, NYC Photos and Review by BARRY LEVINE NEW YORK CITY — Jesse Malin has been a mainstay in the New York rock world since he […]

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Alyson Camus Rock Photos Win at National Arts and Entertainment Journalism Awards

December 2, 2024 News Comments Off on Alyson Camus Rock Photos Win at National Arts and Entertainment Journalism Awards

STAFF REPORT – LOS ANGELES – Alyson Camus won second and third place in the Action Photo category of the 17th National Arts and Entertainment Journalism Awards, held Sunday Night at the Biltmore Millennium in […]

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‘The Very Beast of Dio Vol. 2’ Compilation Gets a January Release Date

December 1, 2024 News Comments Off on ‘The Very Beast of Dio Vol. 2’ Compilation Gets a January Release Date

Release – Originally released in 2012, “The Very Beast of Dio Vol. 2” is compilation of classic tracks from DIO’s seventh to 10th albums: “Angry Machines” (1996), “Magica” (2000), “Killing The Dragon” (2002), and final […]

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Interpol Celebrates ‘Antics’ 20th at Forum with Support from The Walkmen

November 27, 2024 News Comments Off on Interpol Celebrates ‘Antics’ 20th at Forum with Support from The Walkmen

Photos and review by ALYSON CAMUS LOS ANGELES – Interpol are a force, a musical force that fans cannot forget. It’s difficult to believe that their album “Antics” is already 20 years old as its […]

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ZZ Ward Brings Her Blues to Knitting Factory Boise to Promote ‘Mother’

November 25, 2024 News Comments Off on ZZ Ward Brings Her Blues to Knitting Factory Boise to Promote ‘Mother’

Photos and review by JULIE ANN SHAW BOISE, Idaho – In the middle of downtown Boise, there is a seemingly boring alleyway across from the run of the mill parking garage. Venturing down this alley […]

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New Releases: Elliot James Reay is a ‘Boy In Love,’ Kesha Goes on a ‘Joyride’ and More

November 24, 2024 News Comments Off on New Releases: Elliot James Reay is a ‘Boy In Love,’ Kesha Goes on a ‘Joyride’ and More

In true Rock ‘N’ Roll style, hot young rocker Elliot James Reay has released his second single, “Boy In Love.” This is the 22-year-old Reay’s first release after his independently released debut “I Think They […]

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Henry Hall Impresses with ‘Funny Stuff,’ Scout LaRue Willis Takes Wing at Zebulon

November 22, 2024 News Comments Off on Henry Hall Impresses with ‘Funny Stuff,’ Scout LaRue Willis Takes Wing at Zebulon

Photos and review by NOTES FROM VIVACE LOS ANGELES – Henry Hall approaches his music with a touch of humor. That humor is right there in his recent album title: “Stop Doing Funny Stuff.” There’s […]

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Duran Duran Release ‘Evil Woman’ Live from Madison Square Garden – Watch

November 22, 2024 News Comments Off on Duran Duran Release ‘Evil Woman’ Live from Madison Square Garden – Watch

Release – Duran Duran have released a live performance video of their cover of ELO’s “Evil Woman.” The performance was filmed by legendary Swedish director, Jonas Åkerlund (Madonna, Beyoncé, Metallica, Lady Gaga) at the band’s […]

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Olivia Newton-John’s Motorcycle Jacket from ‘Grease’ to Ride the Auction Block

November 21, 2024 News Comments Off on Olivia Newton-John’s Motorcycle Jacket from ‘Grease’ to Ride the Auction Block

Olivia Newton-John’s famous black leather jacket from the movie “Grease” will be center stage once again, as her iconic movie wardrobe goes on the auction block in December. The motorcycle jacket and other wardrobe from […]

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Guided By Voices to Release 18th Album in 10 Years, ‘Universe Room’

November 20, 2024 News Comments Off on Guided By Voices to Release 18th Album in 10 Years, ‘Universe Room’

Release – Guided By Voices will release their 18th album in 10 years, called “Universe Room.” The new record packs a mix of energy levels and various realms of sound into 17 diverse tracks over […]

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The Red Pears and Friends Like SadGirl Celebrate Album Release in House Party Style

November 18, 2024 News Comments Off on The Red Pears and Friends Like SadGirl Celebrate Album Release in House Party Style

Photos and review by NOTES FROM VIVACE LOS ANGELES – When the last notes were played by The Red Pears and the crowd was dispersing, one fan was heard saying, “To be honest, that’s the […]

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George Harrison’s ‘Living in the Material World’ Gets 50th Anniversary Release

November 15, 2024 News Comments Off on George Harrison’s ‘Living in the Material World’ Gets 50th Anniversary Release

Release -The 50th anniversary editions of George Harrison’s “Living in the Material World,” the second solo album of original music following The Beatles’ 1970 dissolution, are out via Dark Horse Records/BMG. Fans can listen to […]

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Gary Kemp of Spandau Ballet Takes a Spin with ‘Put Your Head Up’ off New Album

November 14, 2024 News Comments Off on Gary Kemp of Spandau Ballet Takes a Spin with ‘Put Your Head Up’ off New Album

Release – British Songwriter Gary Kemp is set to return with his third solo album, “This Destination,” out on Jan, 31, 2025, through East West Records. Kemp has released the single “Put Your Head Up.” […]

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St. Vincent Drops ‘El Mero Cero’ off Spanish Interpretation of ‘All Born Screaming’

November 13, 2024 News Comments Off on St. Vincent Drops ‘El Mero Cero’ off Spanish Interpretation of ‘All Born Screaming’

Release – St. Vincent has released the new single “El Mero Cero,” a Spanish-language version of her song “Big Time Nothing.” It is the final single to preview the upcoming album “Todos Nacen Gritando” ahead […]

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Peter Murphy and Boy George Collaborate on Single ‘Let The Flowers Grow’ – Video

November 12, 2024 News Comments Off on Peter Murphy and Boy George Collaborate on Single ‘Let The Flowers Grow’ – Video

Release – Peter Murphy and Boy George have teamed up for the single “Let The Flowers Grow,” a song about acceptance in the world today. The track is released via Metropolis. “When I heard the […]

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Stevie Nicks Teams with Jason Kelce on Ron Sexsmith Tune ‘Maybe This Christmas’

November 11, 2024 News Comments Off on Stevie Nicks Teams with Jason Kelce on Ron Sexsmith Tune ‘Maybe This Christmas’

Release – Former NFL Eagle Jason Kelce and the legendary Stevie Nicks have teamed up to record the Ron Sexsmith penned duet, “Maybe This Christmas,” out today via Vera Y Records. This is the second […]

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Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame to Celebrate 20th Anniversary

November 10, 2024 News Comments Off on Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame to Celebrate 20th Anniversary

STONY BROOK, NY- The Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame has announced it will hold a two-day 20th Anniversary Holiday Celebration Party on Nov. 30th and Dec. 1st from 11am to 6pm at […]

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Orville Peck and Friends – Including Beck – Ride the Range at Hollywood Palladium

November 8, 2024 News Comments Off on Orville Peck and Friends – Including Beck – Ride the Range at Hollywood Palladium

Photos and review by ALYSON CAMUS LOS ANGELES – Orville Peck always introduces himself just as Johnny Cash used to: “Hello, I’m Orville Peck!” he announced when he took the stage at the Palladium on […]

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Suzy Starlite and Simon Campbell Release New Single, ‘The Voting Machine’

November 5, 2024 News Comments Off on Suzy Starlite and Simon Campbell Release New Single, ‘The Voting Machine’

Release – In time for Election Day, husband and wife team Suzy Starlite and Simon Campbell unleash their enlightening new single “The Voting Machine.” “The Voting Machine” is the second offering from the duo’s third […]

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Duran Duran Thrills on Halloween at Madison Square Garden – Barry Levine Review

November 3, 2024 News Comments Off on Duran Duran Thrills on Halloween at Madison Square Garden – Barry Levine Review

Duran Duran at Madison Square Garden Oct. 31, 2024 Review by BARRY LEVINE Photos by Fran Kelley Twaron and Jon Carmelli NEW YORK — “It’s a spooky little night,” Simon Le Bon told the audience. […]

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David Gilmour Show at the Intuit Dome in Los Angeles Bedazzles the Senses

November 1, 2024 News Comments Off on David Gilmour Show at the Intuit Dome in Los Angeles Bedazzles the Senses

Photos and review by ALYSON CAMUS LOS ANGELES – A rock legend, a laser show, and a state-of-the-art arena – just an ordinary Friday night in Los Angeles, right? Morning TV talk shows warned us […]

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The Wyland Foundation’s 31st Annual Gala to Feature Common Kings

October 30, 2024 News Comments Off on The Wyland Foundation’s 31st Annual Gala to Feature Common Kings

COSTA MESA, Calif. – Common Kings will be the featured performer at The Wyland Foundation’s 31st annual Gala and Fundraiser on Sunday, Nov. 10 at the Vans headquarters and event center in Costa Mesa, Calif. […]

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Mike Garson and Judith Hill Honor David Bowie at Sun Rose in West Hollywood

October 28, 2024 News Comments Off on Mike Garson and Judith Hill Honor David Bowie at Sun Rose in West Hollywood

Photos and review by HARRIET KAPLAN WEST HOLLYWOOD, Calif. – The Sun Rose in West Hollywood, CA, is a wonderful, intimate club that is small yet somehow spacious and airy, dotted with chairs, tables and […]

Joni Mitchell with Marcus Mumford - All photos by Alyson Camus for U.S. Rocker®
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Joni Mitchell Feted by Famous Friends for ‘The Joni Jam’ at The Hollywood Bowl

October 27, 2024 News Comments Off on Joni Mitchell Feted by Famous Friends for ‘The Joni Jam’ at The Hollywood Bowl

Photos and review by ALYSON CAMUS LOS ANGELES – Joni Mitchell delivered a spectacular three-hour show at the Hollywood Bowl last week,  performing twice in a row, and I was lucky enough to attend Sunday […]

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