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Musicians

Slamdinistas, a Los Angeles ‘Supergroup’ Releases New Album, ‘Shoot for the Stars’

January 18, 2023 News Comments Off on Slamdinistas, a Los Angeles ‘Supergroup’ Releases New Album, ‘Shoot for the Stars’

Slamdinistas New Album: Shoot for the Stars Detroit Records Produced by: Loren Molinare By CRAIG HAMMONS Five guys walk into a studio and a band is born. We are living in a world where there […]

Alice Cooper to drop Detroit Stories - Photo by Craig Hammons
Musicians

Alice Cooper Goes Back to his Rock N Roll Roots with ‘Detroit Stories’

June 3, 2020 News Comments Off on Alice Cooper Goes Back to his Rock N Roll Roots with ‘Detroit Stories’

By CRAIG HAMMONS Alice Cooper is in the studio putting the finishing touches on his new album, Detroit Stories. The PT Barnum of Rock N Roll, Alice was born in Detroit 72 years ago and […]

Live Reviews

HAMMONS REVIEW: Cinderella’s Tom Keifer Rocks the Faithful in OC

November 22, 2017 News Comments Off on HAMMONS REVIEW: Cinderella’s Tom Keifer Rocks the Faithful in OC

Photos and Review By CRAIG HAMMONS I knew it was going to be a good night when I pulled into the parking lot and “Night Songs” by Cinderella came on the radio.  Then as I […]

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Depeche Mode Puts Audiences in the ‘Spirit’ With Hollywood Bowl Performances

October 23, 2017 News Comments Off on Depeche Mode Puts Audiences in the ‘Spirit’ With Hollywood Bowl Performances

Good Memories and New Songs By CRAIG HAMMONS The mighty and majestic Depeche Mode were in town for four mind-blowing sold out shows at the Hollywood Bowl in support of their brilliant new album Spirit. […]

Live Reviews

Review: Hans Zimmer Mesmerizes Audience at The Shrine With an Awe-Inspiring Performance

August 18, 2017 News Comments Off on Review: Hans Zimmer Mesmerizes Audience at The Shrine With an Awe-Inspiring Performance

Review By CRAIG HAMMONS After seeing some of Hans Zimmer’s performance footage from Coachella it was going to be mandatory for me to see this modern day genius of a composer when he came back […]

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A New Record for California Rocker – Five Journalism Awards with Two First Place Finishes in One Year

July 22, 2017 News Comments Off on A New Record for California Rocker – Five Journalism Awards with Two First Place Finishes in One Year

Site Wins Social Media and Best Blog Awards By JOHN DALY LOS ANGELES – The team at CaliforniaRocker.com has set the standard: Donna Balancia and her editorial team have won five journalism awards in one […]

Live Reviews

Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds Captivates Hearts and Minds – At The Greek Theatre and The Egyptian Movie House

July 9, 2017 News Comments Off on Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds Captivates Hearts and Minds – At The Greek Theatre and The Egyptian Movie House

By CRAIG HAMMONS, Photos by ALYSON CAMUS To witness a Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds show is like having a spiritual rock and roll cleansing. He captures hearts and souls whether on the stage […]

Tommy McLoughlin the original lead singer of The Sloths - Photo © 2017 Craig Hammons
Live Reviews

Hammons: With New Album, ‘Back From The Grave,’ The Sloths Connect With Young Audience

April 8, 2017 News Comments Off on Hammons: With New Album, ‘Back From The Grave,’ The Sloths Connect With Young Audience

Tom McLoughlin: ‘Fifty Years Later We Are Living The Dream’ By CRAIG HAMMONS Sometimes you find rock and roll and sometimes rock and roll finds you. I got up early on this Sunday morning, grabbed […]

Rod Stewart gets wild a Caesar's Palace - Photo by Craig Hammons for California Rocker
concerts

Hammons Review: Sir Rod Stewart Makes A Knight To Remember in Knockout Caesars Palace Performance

March 29, 2017 News Comments Off on Hammons Review: Sir Rod Stewart Makes A Knight To Remember in Knockout Caesars Palace Performance

By CRAIG HAMMONS The curtain was drawn and anticipation was running high.  At 7:30 P.M. sharp the theme to The Magnificent Seven came roaring out of the public address system.  The curtains then opened to […]

California Rocker®

Hammons Review: The Crazy World of Arthur Brown Still Amazes the Fans Almost a Half Century Later

February 19, 2017 News Comments Off on Hammons Review: The Crazy World of Arthur Brown Still Amazes the Fans Almost a Half Century Later

By CRAIG HAMMONS When growing up one of the first records I ever bought that changed my life was The Crazy World of Arthur Brown.   Little did I know that almost a haft of […]

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Live Reviews

Hammons Review: Kenny Wayne Shepherd Brings Blues to Life for Packed Crowd @ Coach House

February 8, 2017 News Comments Off on Hammons Review: Kenny Wayne Shepherd Brings Blues to Life for Packed Crowd @ Coach House

By CRAIG HAMMONS Guitar slinger Kenny Wayne Shepherd came barnstorming into the Coach House on this cold rainy night to raise the roof of this juke joint.  This was the second night of his 2017 […]

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Live Reviews

Hammons Reviews: Thievery Corporation Still Keeps The Fans Dancing Under the Black Moon

October 9, 2016 News Comments Off on Hammons Reviews: Thievery Corporation Still Keeps The Fans Dancing Under the Black Moon

By CRAIG HAMMONS Thievery Corporation brought their hypnotic grooves, intricate rhythms and mystical funk to the Santa Barbara Bowl on this cool summer evening.  This is the 20-year anniversary of a band that continues to […]

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Live Reviews

Hammons Reviews: Yo Yo Ma and Friends Show at Hollywood Bowl Brings Music Worlds Together

August 27, 2016 News Comments Off on Hammons Reviews: Yo Yo Ma and Friends Show at Hollywood Bowl Brings Music Worlds Together

Global Ensemble Make Beautiful Noise at Hollywood Bowl By CRAIG HAMMONS Yo Yo Ma and the Silk Road Ensemble bring the world together in music and song as they end their 17-date run of the […]

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Live Reviews

Michael Franti and Spearhead’s ‘Soulrocker’ Tour Brings Love to the Pacific Amphitheatre

August 9, 2016 News Comments Off on Michael Franti and Spearhead’s ‘Soulrocker’ Tour Brings Love to the Pacific Amphitheatre

By CRAIG HAMMONS – SOULROCKER (Sol-rahk-er) – One who lives from the heart, with compassion for all, and possesses a tenacious enthusiasm for music, life and the planet. Once Michael Franti and his band Spearhead stepped […]

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Live Reviews

Empire of the Sun Heat up Pacific Amphitheatre, Frontman Steele Smashes His Guitar to Bits

July 17, 2016 News Comments Off on Empire of the Sun Heat up Pacific Amphitheatre, Frontman Steele Smashes His Guitar to Bits

By CRAIG HAMMONS – To truly enjoy Empire of the Sun you have to see the live show and that is what 7,000 of us colorful fans did this perfect summer evening. At 9:15 the […]

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Live Reviews

Hollywood Bowl Fans Feel Irie as The Great Burning Spear Makes His Final California Appearance

July 7, 2016 News Comments Off on Hollywood Bowl Fans Feel Irie as The Great Burning Spear Makes His Final California Appearance

By CRAIG HAMMONS Jah cool wind blew peace and harmony over the Hollywood Bowl a beautiful summer evening last week as the sounds of reggae music would soon be soothing our souls.  Everyone was feeling […]

Classic US Rocker Reviews

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    Queens of the Stone Age, Johnny Depp, Andrew Watt and Bones UK Reign at Imperial Ball
    January 23, 2020 Comments Off on Queens of the Stone Age, Johnny Depp, Andrew Watt and Bones UK Reign at Imperial Ball
  • At Dimebash Anthrax's Franke Bello Charlie Benante - Stephanie Cabral
    Dave Grohl, Lita Ford and Anthrax Rock Observatory for ‘Dimebash’
    January 22, 2020 Comments Off on Dave Grohl, Lita Ford and Anthrax Rock Observatory for ‘Dimebash’
  • Gwen Stefani - Photo © 2015 Donna Balancia
    No Doubt, Metallica, Help Save The Day for Rock In Rio USA
    May 10, 2015 1
  • The Stitches at The Viper Room - Photo Donna Balancia
    The Stitches, The Talented SoCal Punk Band that Out-Punks all the Rest: The California Rocker Q and A
    December 14, 2016 Comments Off on The Stitches, The Talented SoCal Punk Band that Out-Punks all the Rest: The California Rocker Q and A
  • EXCLUSIVE: Tom Cusimano of The Walcotts Gives Solo Show For CaliforniaRocker.com
    April 11, 2017 Comments Off on EXCLUSIVE: Tom Cusimano of The Walcotts Gives Solo Show For CaliforniaRocker.com

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Reviews

  • Garbage Proves a Treasure to Fans in Boise, Despite Limiting Future Tour Dates
    October 21, 2025 Comments Off on Garbage Proves a Treasure to Fans in Boise, Despite Limiting Future Tour Dates
  • The Chameleons rock The Belasco in LA - Photos by Notes From Vivace
    Chameleons Wrap ‘Arctic Moon’ Tour and Deliver Driving Tracks to Longtime Fans
    October 14, 2025 Comments Off on Chameleons Wrap ‘Arctic Moon’ Tour and Deliver Driving Tracks to Longtime Fans
  • New York Band, Laveda, Tours the US with Third Studio Album ‘Love, Darla’
    October 6, 2025 Comments Off on New York Band, Laveda, Tours the US with Third Studio Album ‘Love, Darla’

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East Coast Rocker

  • 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’
  • For Famed Rock Photog, Wet Leg Reminiscent of Early Days of Queen
    August 15, 2022 Comments Off on For Famed Rock Photog, Wet Leg Reminiscent of Early Days of Queen
  • Robert Plant and Alison Krauss ‘Raising The Roof’ Tour Heads West
    July 21, 2022 Comments Off on Robert Plant and Alison Krauss ‘Raising The Roof’ Tour Heads West

California Rocker®

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    RIP: Robbie Robertson, Songwriter Who ‘Drove Old Dixie Down,’ Passes Away at 80
    August 10, 2023 Comments Off on RIP: Robbie Robertson, Songwriter Who ‘Drove Old Dixie Down,’ Passes Away at 80
  • The Ocean Blue - Darin Back image
    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
  • Releases: Brian Setzer, Nils Lofgren Albums Lead the New Music of the Week
    July 21, 2023 Comments Off on Releases: Brian Setzer, Nils Lofgren Albums Lead the New Music of the Week
  • Sparks - Photos by LUIS MORENO
    Review + Photos: Sparks and They Might Be Giants Light it Up at The Hollywood Bowl
    July 19, 2023 Comments Off on Review + Photos: Sparks and They Might Be Giants Light it Up at The Hollywood Bowl
  • Star Party, The Binges and Ames Flames Draw Crowds to the Redwood for Donny Popejoy + Pope Tribute
    July 4, 2023 Comments Off on Star Party, The Binges and Ames Flames Draw Crowds to the Redwood for Donny Popejoy + Pope Tribute

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Vintage Interviews

  • Woody Guthrie Comes Alive with New Double-LP ‘Woody At Home’ – Listen
    August 18, 2025 Comments Off on Woody Guthrie Comes Alive with New Double-LP ‘Woody At Home’ – Listen
  • The Blushes - Photos by Notes From Vivace / Courtesy Echo Park Rising 2024
    Beloved East Side Festival Echo Park Rising Brings Out LA’s Talent – Photos + Review
    August 20, 2024 Comments Off on Beloved East Side Festival Echo Park Rising Brings Out LA’s Talent – Photos + Review
  • Interview: MILCK Turns the Fight For Rights into Interactive and Healing Works of Art
    September 25, 2024 Comments Off on Interview: MILCK Turns the Fight For Rights into Interactive and Healing Works of Art
  • Laveda - Photos by NOTES FROM VIVACE
    Gal Pal, Powder Pink & Sweet and Laveda Rock Permanent Records Roadhouse
    May 18, 2023 Comments Off on Gal Pal, Powder Pink & Sweet and Laveda Rock Permanent Records Roadhouse
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    Americana West Music Fest Brings Out the Best in Cowboy Hats and Twangy Music – Day 1
    June 24, 2024 Comments Off on Americana West Music Fest Brings Out the Best in Cowboy Hats and Twangy Music – Day 1
  • ‘BOOM: A Film About The Sonics’ Director Says Love of the Music and Family was Inspiration
    September 16, 2024 Comments Off on ‘BOOM: A Film About The Sonics’ Director Says Love of the Music and Family was Inspiration
  • Freebo Drops 'If Not Now When,' Hosts CD Party at McCabe's
    Freebo In Front: Renowned Bassist Fetes Solo Release with Show at McCabe’s
    September 3, 2015 Comments Off on Freebo In Front: Renowned Bassist Fetes Solo Release with Show at McCabe’s




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