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Cardboard Sessions Drops New Episode With Rancho De La Luna’s Dave Catching Et Al

November 16, 2023 News Comments Off on Cardboard Sessions Drops New Episode With Rancho De La Luna’s Dave Catching Et Al

Release – Rancho De La Luna-based musicians Dave Catching, Brian O’Connor, Joey Castillo, and Clint Walsh are featured on the latest episode of the jam session music series Cardboard Sessions. Cardboard Sessions (a collaboration between […]

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Slightly Stoopid Drops ‘Got Me On The Run’ Collab with Stick Figure and Pepper

November 10, 2023 News Comments Off on Slightly Stoopid Drops ‘Got Me On The Run’ Collab with Stick Figure and Pepper

Release – Slightly Stoopid returns with “Got Me On The Run,” out today on Stoopid Records. The new track is a collaboration with longtime friends Stick Figure and Pepper, who will also be performing at […]

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Johnny Winter Early Tracks to be Released by Omnivore Recordings in Time for Holidays

November 7, 2023 News Comments Off on Johnny Winter Early Tracks to be Released by Omnivore Recordings in Time for Holidays

Release – Omnivore Recordings has announced The Johnny Winter Story (The GRT/Janus Recordings), a set of early recordings from the famous blues rocker and Blues Hall of Fame inductee. It’s the first-ever collection with all […]

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Jim Peterik & World Stage Drop Single, Announce Album, ‘Roots & Shoots’

November 6, 2023 News Comments Off on Jim Peterik & World Stage Drop Single, Announce Album, ‘Roots & Shoots’

Release – Jim Peterik & World Stage have announced a new album, Roots & Shoots Vol. 1, to drop Jan. 12, 2024 on Frontiers Music Srl, it was announced. “Roots & Shoots is my latest […]

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Listen: The Beatles Are Back Together with John Lennon’s Vocals on ‘Now And Then’

November 2, 2023 News Comments Off on Listen: The Beatles Are Back Together with John Lennon’s Vocals on ‘Now And Then’

By DONNA BALANCIA The Beatles are back together — digitally at least — with a newly released track called “Now And Then,” which features the vocals of the late John Lennon. “Now And Then” is […]

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Release Shows Highlight the Talents of Lauren Lakis, Dolly Dagger and Friends

November 1, 2023 News Comments Off on Release Shows Highlight the Talents of Lauren Lakis, Dolly Dagger and Friends

Photos and Review by NOTES FROM VIVACE The spooky days of the Halloween season had Los Angeles music fans cheering two separate album/EP release parties. Over in Long Beach at Alex’s Bar, Austin, Texas, resident […]

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Dan MacIntosh: Nick Cave Gives a Close-Up to his Body of Work at The Orpheum

October 31, 2023 News Comments Off on Dan MacIntosh: Nick Cave Gives a Close-Up to his Body of Work at The Orpheum

Nick Cave Orpheum Theatre October 29, 2023 By DAN MACINTOSH LOS ANGELES, CA – Without a typical backing band, Nick Cave at the piano came off as a kind of piano man for hipsters and […]

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Review + Photos: Sam Nelson an ‘Ambassador’ for Compelling Solo Show in LA

October 29, 2023 News Comments Off on Review + Photos: Sam Nelson an ‘Ambassador’ for Compelling Solo Show in LA

Sam Nelson Solo Tour Moroccan Lounge, Los Angeles 10.26.23 Photos and Review by JULIE ANN SHAW LOS ANGELES – There are very few people in the world who can stand alone on a stage with […]

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The Walters Make an Anticipated Return with Track ‘By The Water’ and a Texas Tour

October 27, 2023 News Comments Off on The Walters Make an Anticipated Return with Track ‘By The Water’ and a Texas Tour

Release – In 2014, The Walters wrote and self-released their very first song – a harmony-driven tale of heartbreak called “I Love You So.” Fueled by the song’s initial streaming success, the Chicago-based band soon […]

Elisapie at School Night - All photos by Julie Ann Shaw
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Elisapie Warms Hearts in Hollywood with Unique Yet Familiar Songs Off ‘Inuktitut’

October 25, 2023 News Comments Off on Elisapie Warms Hearts in Hollywood with Unique Yet Familiar Songs Off ‘Inuktitut’

Elisapie School Night at Bardot Hollywood 10.23.23 Photos and Review by JULIE ANN SHAW HOLLYWOOD – Every Monday night at Bardot at AVALON Hollywood, School Night hosts an intimate live music experience to introduce new […]

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Review: Mike Peters of The Alarm Delivers Inspiring Solo Show at The Canyon

October 20, 2023 News Comments Off on Review: Mike Peters of The Alarm Delivers Inspiring Solo Show at The Canyon

Mike Peters The Canyon October 18, 2023 By DAN MACINTOSH MONTCLAIR, CA – The Canyon was a most unusual concert venue to host a Mike (The Alarm) Peters concert. It is literally in a suburban […]

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Dolly Parton Releases Latest Track from New Album: ‘Wrecking Ball’ with Miley Cyrus

October 20, 2023 News Comments Off on Dolly Parton Releases Latest Track from New Album: ‘Wrecking Ball’ with Miley Cyrus

Release – Dolly Parton has released the latest track from her upcoming album Rockstar album (November 17th) – a powerful duet of with her fairy goddaughter, Miley Cyrus. The pair first performed the track on […]

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Review: Power Trip Fest Delivers the Heaviest of Metal Icons to the Fans in Indio

October 11, 2023 News Comments Off on Review: Power Trip Fest Delivers the Heaviest of Metal Icons to the Fans in Indio

Power Trip October 6, 7 and 8 Empire Polo Club By DAN MACINTOSH INDIO, CA — Although some of the acts on the three-day Power Trip bill have played have Coachella (held annually on these […]

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The Church Casts Spellbinding Show with Timeless ‘Hypnogogue’ Tour

October 10, 2023 News Comments Off on The Church Casts Spellbinding Show with Timeless ‘Hypnogogue’ Tour

The Church The Glass House October 4, 2023 POMONA, CA By DAN MACINTOSH The Church is touring behind one of its best albums, The Hypnogogue, and brought a healthy selection of that record’s songs to […]

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Sting Sets the Record Straight on ‘My Songs’ Tour with Great Stories, Music and Memories

October 6, 2023 News Comments Off on Sting Sets the Record Straight on ‘My Songs’ Tour with Great Stories, Music and Memories

Sting  ‘My Songs’ Tour San Diego Photos and Review by SYLVIA BORGO SAN DIEGO – Sting, the legendary British musician, took the stage in a whirlwind of excitement and nostalgia during his “My Songs” tour, […]

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Michael Hall’s Princess Goes Premieres Video and Title Track for New Album ‘Come Of Age’

October 5, 2023 News Comments Off on Michael Hall’s Princess Goes Premieres Video and Title Track for New Album ‘Come Of Age’

Princess Goes premieres the music video and title track for their new album, Come Of Age via In De Goot Recordings. “This beautiful track came out of Matt Katz Bohen’s incredible imagination,” drummer Peter Yanowitz said. […]

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Gram Parsons Rare Recording Found in Amoeba Vaults, ‘Last Roundup’ Drops Nov. 24

October 4, 2023 News Comments Off on Gram Parsons Rare Recording Found in Amoeba Vaults, ‘Last Roundup’ Drops Nov. 24

Release – Amoeba Music and Polly Parsons have unveiled a rare Gram Parsons and the Fallen Angels Live Recording, called The Last Roundup: Live from the Bijou Cafe in Philadelphia March 16th, 1973. The special […]

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Dan MacIntosh Review: Jethro Tull Revives the Classics in New Style at The Greek

October 1, 2023 News Comments Off on Dan MacIntosh Review: Jethro Tull Revives the Classics in New Style at The Greek

Jethro Tull Greek Theatre September 27, 2023 By DAN MACINTOSH LOS ANGELES, CA – The Ian Anderson-led Jethro Tull served up an eclectic set of songs at The Greek during this midweek slot, which was […]

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Go Betty Go Make Triumphant Return with New Track + Video ‘Keep Up’ – Watch

September 25, 2023 News Comments Off on Go Betty Go Make Triumphant Return with New Track + Video ‘Keep Up’ – Watch

RELEASE – For the past two decades, Go Betty Go have emphatically established themselves as one of punk rock’s most exciting forces. A gloriously rough-and-tumble sound with melodic aggression, they bring a rich and engaging […]

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The Baseball Project Hits a Home Run with Both Sports and Music Fans Alike

September 24, 2023 News Comments Off on The Baseball Project Hits a Home Run with Both Sports and Music Fans Alike

The Baseball Project Teregram Ballroom September 20, 2023 By DAN MACINTOSH LOS ANGELES, CA – Two of the most passionate people groups on planet earth are rock music fans and sports fans. There’s a variety […]

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Draag, Goon and Death Valley Girls Among Bewitching Bands at Lodge Room – Review

September 19, 2023 News Comments Off on Draag, Goon and Death Valley Girls Among Bewitching Bands at Lodge Room – Review

Photos and Review by NOTES FROM VIVACE LOS ANGELES – The Witching Hours celebrated their 10th anniversary at the Lodge Room on Sunday night. For those who don’t know, The Witching Hours is the brainchild […]

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Spinal Tap Bassist Derek Smalls Returns with Single ‘Must Crush Barbie’ – Listen

September 14, 2023 News Comments Off on Spinal Tap Bassist Derek Smalls Returns with Single ‘Must Crush Barbie’ – Listen

Release – Derek Smalls, the bassist of the legendary heavy metal band Spinal Tap, is back, this time with his sights set on the 2023 movie phenomenon, Barbie. Smalls drops his first track in five […]

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Carl Baldassare, ‘Professor Of Classic Rock’ Drops Upbeat Track, ‘A Little Bit Of Heaven’

September 10, 2023 News Comments Off on Carl Baldassare, ‘Professor Of Classic Rock’ Drops Upbeat Track, ‘A Little Bit Of Heaven’

Release – Carl Baldassarre, the “Professor Of Classic Rock,” has just released an upbeat new lyric video for “A Little Bit Of Heaven,” off his forthcoming album, Grand Boulevard. The song features the lead vocals […]

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Jimmy Buffett Dies at 76; Musician Made ‘Margaritaville’ a Real Place for People

September 2, 2023 News Comments Off on Jimmy Buffett Dies at 76; Musician Made ‘Margaritaville’ a Real Place for People

Jimmy Buffett, who made a hotel, restaurant and lifestyle dynasty out of his hit song, “Margaritaville,” has passed away at 76. The 1977 song, “Margaritaville” inspired more than just a laid-back boogie on the dance […]

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Live Review: Boris + Melvins Cue the Magic at The Belasco for ‘Twins of Evil’ Tour

August 28, 2023 News Comments Off on Live Review: Boris + Melvins Cue the Magic at The Belasco for ‘Twins of Evil’ Tour

Boris and Melvins With Mr. Phylzzz Twins of Evil Tour The Belasco Theatre Photos + Review by JULIE ANN SHAW LOS ANGELES – I was lucky enough to be at the opening night of the […]

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Duran Duran’s Timeless Charm Thrills Fans at North Island Credit Union Amphitheater

August 27, 2023 News Comments Off on Duran Duran’s Timeless Charm Thrills Fans at North Island Credit Union Amphitheater

Duran Duran North Island Credit Union Amphitheater – San Diego w/ Bastille and Nile Rodgers and Chic Photos and Review by SYLVIA BORGO SAN DIEGO – In a testament to their enduring legacy, Duran Duran […]

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Classic US Rocker Reviews

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    Hundreds Turn Out for Music Showcase Featuring New Artists in Echo Park
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    Suicycos, Fatal Riot, Sin Drogas Among Top Punkers Who Impress at Pico Rivera Hardcore in Vernon
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    The English Beat Draws Masses To The Rose for Record Release Show
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  • Deep Purple Release Video for Title Track of Latest Album, ‘Splat!’ – Watch Here
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  • Blondie Drops Single ‘Spectral Eyes,’ First Track off Upcoming Album ‘High Noon’
    October 15, 2026 Comments Off on Blondie Drops Single ‘Spectral Eyes,’ First Track off Upcoming Album ‘High Noon’
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    The Amish Outlaws Kick Off the Summer in Rowdy Style at Dewey Beach
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  • Inspirational Smitty The Creator Rises from the Streets of Little Haiti to Global Fame
    April 28, 2023 Comments Off on Inspirational Smitty The Creator Rises from the Streets of Little Haiti to Global Fame
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Vintage Interviews

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    Interview: Des Rocs Sets Europe on Fire with Dynamic Rock, Launches US Tour in April
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    ‘BOOM: A Film About the Sonics’ Screens in LA, Opens in Select Theaters
    September 3, 2024 Comments Off on ‘BOOM: A Film About the Sonics’ Screens in LA, Opens in Select Theaters
  • Woody Guthrie Comes Alive with New Double-LP ‘Woody At Home’ – Listen
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    Live Aid Concerts Get 40th Commemoration on Radio Station WXPN
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