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New Music: Skip Marley, Todd Rundgren, Harry and the Potters

May 9, 2019 News Comments Off on New Music: Skip Marley, Todd Rundgren, Harry and the Potters

Skip Marley ‘That’s Not True’ ft. Damian Marley Skip Marley releases the official music video for his new song “That’s Not True” featuring Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley (his uncle, and youngest son of Rasta icon Bob […]

Hollywood Bowl Menu 2019 - Courtesy of LA Philharmonic/Hollywood Bowl
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Los Angeles Philharmonic Releases 2019 Hollywood Bowl Food + Wine Menu

May 9, 2019 News Comments Off on Los Angeles Philharmonic Releases 2019 Hollywood Bowl Food + Wine Menu

Edited By JOHN DALY   The Los Angeles Philharmonic Association has released the menus for the 2019 Hollywood Bowl Food + Wine season.   Check out the Hollywood Bowl Calendar here.   In its fourth […]

Musicians

Play With Fire Brings Its Bluesy Rock N Roll to the West Side

May 9, 2019 News Comments Off on Play With Fire Brings Its Bluesy Rock N Roll to the West Side

By DONNA BALANCIA Play With Fire has caught on with fans on the West Side.  The band that blends Rock N Roll with Blues and Funk recently released its self-titled EP that has some catchy […]

Classic Rock

Tommy Tutone Gave Us the Only Telephone Number We All Remember

May 8, 2019 News Comments Off on Tommy Tutone Gave Us the Only Telephone Number We All Remember

By DONNA BALANCIA Photos by A ROOD PHOTO There once was a time when people had to remember each others’ telephone numbers. While technology has taken that skill away, just about everyone knows “867-5309.” It’s […]

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Review: Foxygen Album ‘Seeing Other People’ an Insightful Collection of Reflections

May 8, 2019 News Comments Off on Review: Foxygen Album ‘Seeing Other People’ an Insightful Collection of Reflections

By DAN MACINTOSH “Face The Facts,” one of the singles released off duo Foxygen’s Seeing Other People album, includes some strikingly inventive lyrical lines, which makes it one of this quirky new album’s better cuts. […]

Lauren Rocket at The Mint - Photo by Notes From Vivace
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Indie On The Rise: Notes From Vivace Interviews Lauren Rocket

May 7, 2019 News Comments Off on Indie On The Rise: Notes From Vivace Interviews Lauren Rocket

By NOTES FROM VIVACE Back in 2010, a friend of mine mentioned to me that I should check out a band called Rocket. They were doing a residency at The Three Clubs. I looked up […]

Ziggy Marley and his children perform at BeachLife Festival - Donna Balancia
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Ziggy Marley and Willie Nelson Make BeachLife Fest a Family Affair in Redondo

May 6, 2019 News Comments Off on Ziggy Marley and Willie Nelson Make BeachLife Fest a Family Affair in Redondo

By DONNA BALANCIA Ziggy Marley and Willie Nelson made the first BeachLife Festival in Redondo Beach a family affair that locals will remember for a long time to come. The 3-day all-ages fest catered to […]

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UPDATE: Madonna to Play Nine Nights at The Wiltern During ‘Madame X’ Tour

May 6, 2019 News Comments Off on UPDATE: Madonna to Play Nine Nights at The Wiltern During ‘Madame X’ Tour

UPDATE: Four additional dates added at Wiltern Edited By JOHN DALY Madonna, Live Nation and Maverick have announced a series of intimate theater performances in New York, Chicago and Los Angeles, giving fans an opportunity […]

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Alejandro Aranda of Pomona Makes it to Final Five of American Idol

May 5, 2019 News Comments Off on Alejandro Aranda of Pomona Makes it to Final Five of American Idol

By DONNA BALANCIA Alejandro Aranda performed his original song “Poison” on Sunday night to earn a spot among five final contestants on American Idol. On an episode called “Woodstock and Showstoppers,” the contestants were to […]

Blondie Chaplin jams as Brian Wilson looks on at BeachLife Fest - Photo © Donna Balancia
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Brian Wilson Brings Wave of Nostalgia to BeachLife Festival in Redondo

May 5, 2019 News Comments Off on Brian Wilson Brings Wave of Nostalgia to BeachLife Festival in Redondo

By DONNA BALANCIA Brian Wilson brought a wave of nostalgia to the first annual BeachLife Festival on Saturday night. Wilson was seated at a white grand piano as Al Jardine, Matt Jardine and Blondie Chaplin […]

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Shinedown Strikes Up Emotion with Stripped Down Version of Hit Single ‘Get Up’

May 3, 2019 News Comments Off on Shinedown Strikes Up Emotion with Stripped Down Version of Hit Single ‘Get Up’

By JOHN DALY Shinedown has released a new piano version of their single “Get Up,” a stripped-down version of the charted hit. The new version puts front and center lead singer Brent Smith’s recognizable voice […]

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Video: RIP ‘Star Wars’ Chewbacca Actor Peter Mayhew

May 2, 2019 News Comments Off on Video: RIP ‘Star Wars’ Chewbacca Actor Peter Mayhew

By JOHN DALY “Star Wars” buffs mourn the loss of actor Peter Mayhew, who played the lovable Chewbacca in the legendary galactic movies.  Mayhew died Tuesday at the age of 74 just two days before […]

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Caleb Henry and The Customs Play Classic Rock and Roll with Flair

May 2, 2019 News Comments Off on Caleb Henry and The Customs Play Classic Rock and Roll with Flair

By JOHN DALY Caleb Henry is a one-man band.  Not in the music sense — his real band has six players — but he is a great promoter, handling all the other tasks a musician […]

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Interview: Third Eye Blind to Release New Album Inspired by San Diego Surf Locale

May 2, 2019 News Comments Off on Interview: Third Eye Blind to Release New Album Inspired by San Diego Surf Locale

By DONNA BALANCIA Third Eye Blind is working on a new album, which may be released during its upcoming tour, frontman Stephan Jenkins told CaliforniaRocker.com in an interview.  “I haven’t announced the title yet,” Jenkins […]

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Nikki Sixx Hospitalized With Rotator Repairs, Says Cadaver Part Count is up to Five

May 1, 2019 News Comments Off on Nikki Sixx Hospitalized With Rotator Repairs, Says Cadaver Part Count is up to Five

By JOHN DALY Nikki Sixx posted a picture of his post surgery wrap-up today, declaring that he now has five cadaver parts in his body. The Mötley Crüe co-founder, songwriter and bassist posted a thumbs-up […]

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Musical Events of the Week: Katey Sagal, Karen O and Brian Wilson

May 1, 2019 News Comments Off on Musical Events of the Week: Katey Sagal, Karen O and Brian Wilson

By JOHN DALY Katey Sagal and The Reluctant Apostles at The Mint, Karen O and the Yeah Yeah Yeahs at Just Like Heaven Festival and Bob Weir, Brian Wilson and Willie Nelson at Beachlife Festival […]

Musicians

Bruce Springsteen, Hot Chip and Wand Make California Rocker’s Hot Tunes April PlayList

April 30, 2019 News Comments Off on Bruce Springsteen, Hot Chip and Wand Make California Rocker’s Hot Tunes April PlayList

By DONNA BALANCIA April showered us with great music including new releases from Bruce Springsteen, Hot Chip  and Wand, who made the latest California Rocker Hot Tunes playlist. April’s selections have a few common threads: […]

Greg Antista and The Lonely Streets at The Mint - Photo by Harmony Gerber
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Greg Antista Talks Punk Rock Days, Opening for Katey Sagal at The Mint

April 26, 2019 News Comments Off on Greg Antista Talks Punk Rock Days, Opening for Katey Sagal at The Mint

Greg Antista and The Lonely Streets bring their punk Americana music to The Mint on May 1 to  open for Katey Sagal and the Reluctant Apostles. The Orange County rocker sat down with John Daly for […]

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Photo Gallery: Bikini Kill Revives Riot Grrrl Spirit with Reunion at Hollywood Palladium

April 26, 2019 News Comments Off on Photo Gallery: Bikini Kill Revives Riot Grrrl Spirit with Reunion at Hollywood Palladium

By JOHN DALY Bikini Kill reunited at The Hollywood Palladium last night for their first show in more than 20 years to kick off their reunion tour. Check out our photo gallery of hi-res images […]

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Photo Review by Melanie Smith: Suede at Albert Hall, Manchester UK

April 25, 2019 News Comments Off on Photo Review by Melanie Smith: Suede at Albert Hall, Manchester UK

Suede @ Albert Hall, Manchester UK – April 20th 2019 Check out the photos from UK-based music photographer Melanie Smith, who recently caught Suede, the Brit pop-rock band in Manchester, UK. Fronted by Brett Anderson, […]

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Bruce Springsteen to Release California Pop-Style Album ‘Western Stars’

April 25, 2019 News Comments Off on Bruce Springsteen to Release California Pop-Style Album ‘Western Stars’

By DONNA BALANCIA Bruce Springsteen has announced a new album called Western Stars, which will be released on June 14. The beloved New Jersey balladeer says he was inspired by the pop music that came […]

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Unreleased Chip and Tony Kinman Songs Get New Life with ‘Sounds Like Music’

April 24, 2019 News Comments Off on Unreleased Chip and Tony Kinman Songs Get New Life with ‘Sounds Like Music’

By DONNA BALANCIA   For the first time, 22 previously unreleased performances from all four of Chip and Tony Kinman’s bands are on one collection: Chip & Tony Kinman: Sounds Like Music by Omnivore Recordings.   […]

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Indie On The Rise: Notes From Vivace Interviews Singer-Songwriter Jessica Gerhardt

April 23, 2019 News Comments Off on Indie On The Rise: Notes From Vivace Interviews Singer-Songwriter Jessica Gerhardt

By NOTES FROM VIVACE I recently crossed paths with Jessica Gerhardt for the first time at The Hi Hat. Throughout her set, I imagined myself being in an ancient enchanted forest, her music leading towards […]

Musicians

Coachella Photo Gallery: Shame, The 1975, Blood Orange, Rock Coachella Weekend 2

April 22, 2019 News Comments Off on Coachella Photo Gallery: Shame, The 1975, Blood Orange, Rock Coachella Weekend 2

By JOHN DALY Coachella drew the fans to Indio for its second weekend, powered by a diverse lineup with guest appearances and UK bands taking center stage. UK band Shame finished out its impressive SoCal […]

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Lindsey Buckingham Hopes to Go His Own Way from LA Mansion Listed at $29.5 Million

April 19, 2019 News Comments Off on Lindsey Buckingham Hopes to Go His Own Way from LA Mansion Listed at $29.5 Million

By DONNA BALANCIA Lindsey Buckingham and his wife are going their own way, away from their Brentwood LA mansion, which they have listed for $29.5 million according to The Wall Street Journal. The home of […]

Musicians

Cage The Elephant Shifts into High Gear with Fast Moving ‘Social Cues’

April 19, 2019 News Comments Off on Cage The Elephant Shifts into High Gear with Fast Moving ‘Social Cues’

By DONNA BALANCIA Cage The Elephant has an uncanny knack for travelling new sonic terrain while keeping its signature sound. The new album Social Cues out today shows the group’s range and diversity, but also […]

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California Rocker®

  • Tinlicker ‘Moves’ the Audience With Dazzling Audio-Visual Performance in Los Angeles
    October 13, 2026 Comments Off on Tinlicker ‘Moves’ the Audience With Dazzling Audio-Visual Performance in Los Angeles
  • Wednesday Week Reunites With Live Shows, an EP of Beloved Covers + New Video – Watch
    October 11, 2026 Comments Off on Wednesday Week Reunites With Live Shows, an EP of Beloved Covers + New Video – Watch
  • Sass Jordan, Rock Vocalist, Songwriter, and ‘Irreplaceable Being of Light ,’ Passes at 65
    October 5, 2026 Comments Off on Sass Jordan, Rock Vocalist, Songwriter, and ‘Irreplaceable Being of Light ,’ Passes at 65
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    Castle Rat Rocks Tunes of Ancient Lore in Support of New Album ‘The Bestiary’
    October 4, 2026 Comments Off on Castle Rat Rocks Tunes of Ancient Lore in Support of New Album ‘The Bestiary’
  • Sébastien Tellier Delivers French Flavor to the Fans in Support of Album ‘Kiss The Beast’
    September 28, 2026 Comments Off on Sébastien Tellier Delivers French Flavor to the Fans in Support of Album ‘Kiss The Beast’

Classic US Rocker Reviews

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    Review: Silversun Pickups, Joywave Make The Majestic Ventura an Early Stop on U.S. Tour
    May 1, 2016 Comments Off on Review: Silversun Pickups, Joywave Make The Majestic Ventura an Early Stop on U.S. Tour
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    Professor & The Madman Track ‘Tolerant World’ Highlights New Album, ‘Dreamworld’
    July 10, 2026 Comments Off on Professor & The Madman Track ‘Tolerant World’ Highlights New Album, ‘Dreamworld’
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    No Longer The Little ‘Brokechella,’ BROKE LA Fest Grows into its New Name
    April 23, 2016 Comments Off on No Longer The Little ‘Brokechella,’ BROKE LA Fest Grows into its New Name
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    Yeah Yeah Yeahs Make Triumphant, Star Studded Return to the Stage
    October 26, 2017 Comments Off on Yeah Yeah Yeahs Make Triumphant, Star Studded Return to the Stage
  • Photo by Donna Balancia
    Lives of Lemmy and Bowie Celebrated in Venues Across L.A.
    January 18, 2016 Comments Off on Lives of Lemmy and Bowie Celebrated in Venues Across L.A.

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Reviews

  • Deep Purple Release Video for Title Track of Latest Album, ‘Splat!’ – Watch Here
    October 23, 2026 Comments Off on Deep Purple Release Video for Title Track of Latest Album, ‘Splat!’ – Watch Here
  • 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’
  • Sébastien Tellier Delivers French Flavor to the Fans in Support of Album ‘Kiss The Beast’
    September 28, 2026 Comments Off on Sébastien Tellier Delivers French Flavor to the Fans in Support of Album ‘Kiss The Beast’

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East Coast Rocker

  • Long Island Music and Entertainment and Hall of Fame Hosts Second Annual Music Film Fest
    August 28, 2026 Comments Off on Long Island Music and Entertainment and Hall of Fame Hosts Second Annual Music Film Fest
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    Young The Giant, Valerie June, to Perform at Annapolis Songwriters Fest in September
    July 22, 2026 Comments Off on Young The Giant, Valerie June, to Perform at Annapolis Songwriters Fest in September
  • The Amish Outlaws rock the crowds - Photo by Donna Balancia
    The Amish Outlaws Kick Off the Summer in Rowdy Style at Dewey Beach
    May 30, 2023 Comments Off on The Amish Outlaws Kick Off the Summer in Rowdy Style at Dewey Beach
  • 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
  • Lord Sonny The Unifier Makes Truth Creative with ‘America’s Newest Hitmaker’
    March 12, 2023 Comments Off on Lord Sonny The Unifier Makes Truth Creative with ‘America’s Newest Hitmaker’

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Vintage Interviews

  • Bob Weir is on tour with 'Blue Mountain' album - Photo © 2016 Donna Balancia
    Bob Weir, Co-Founder of The Grateful Dead, Passes Away Following Cancer Battle
    January 11, 2026 Comments Off on Bob Weir, Co-Founder of The Grateful Dead, Passes Away Following Cancer Battle
  • Francesco Cameli at Sphere Studios
    Cameli And Sphere Studios Work With Musicians to Hit The Right Notes
    August 1, 2016 Comments Off on Cameli And Sphere Studios Work With Musicians to Hit The Right Notes
  • The Strumbellas Capture the ‘Spirit’ of the Fans during LA Stop of the ‘Into Dust’ Tour
    March 16, 2026 Comments Off on The Strumbellas Capture the ‘Spirit’ of the Fans during LA Stop of the ‘Into Dust’ Tour
  • L.A. Witch - Photo © 2016 Donna Balancia
    L.A. Witch To Take Their Retro ’60s Sound Across the West With New Tour
    March 3, 2016 Comments Off on L.A. Witch To Take Their Retro ’60s Sound Across the West With New Tour
  • Carl Crew of CIA - Photo © Donna Balancia
    Rock Show — Not Freak Show — at California Institute of Abnormalarts
    August 9, 2015 Comments Off on Rock Show — Not Freak Show — at California Institute of Abnormalarts
  • Johnny Winter California Rocker
    Johnny Winter Interview: Guitar Great is ‘Just Having Fun Again’
    March 30, 2014 Comments Off on Johnny Winter Interview: Guitar Great is ‘Just Having Fun Again’
  • Feature Image Tom Verlaine © Donna Balancia
    Review: Television Gets Good Reception at Teragram Ballroom, Phoebe Bridgers Shows Grace
    August 8, 2015 Comments Off on Review: Television Gets Good Reception at Teragram Ballroom, Phoebe Bridgers Shows Grace

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