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Alice Cooper Tells Jonesy’s Jukebox: ‘First Time We Played We Cleared The Room’

January 24, 2020 News Comments Off on Alice Cooper Tells Jonesy’s Jukebox: ‘First Time We Played We Cleared The Room’

By DONNA BALANCIA Alice Cooper was the guest on Jonesy’s Jukebox and recalled the first time his band played under the name Alice Cooper, at The Cheetah Club in Venice, California, and they cleared the […]

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 […]

Iggy and Steve Jones. 'Jim wore a different chain top designed by Michael Schmidt on stage with finger size rings perfect for the kids to hang on to - © 1988 Photo by Paul McAlpine
Books

A Young Iggy Pop Portrayed Poignantly in Photographer Paul McAlpine’s Book ‘Iggy Pop: Bare & Real’

March 6, 2019 News Comments Off on A Young Iggy Pop Portrayed Poignantly in Photographer Paul McAlpine’s Book ‘Iggy Pop: Bare & Real’

By DONNA BALANCIA A new book of photos documenting Iggy Pop’s early days has just been released and California Rocker has an exclusive inside look. “Iggy Pop: Bare & Real” (Fat Possum Records and Tyrant […]

interviews

Slash to Jonesy: Keith Richards, Eric Clapton, Mick Taylor Among My Favorites

August 22, 2018 News Comments Off on Slash to Jonesy: Keith Richards, Eric Clapton, Mick Taylor Among My Favorites

By DONNA BALANCIA Slash said Keith Richards, Eric Clapton and Mick Taylor were among his musical influences, during an interview with Steve Jones on the KLOS show Jonesy’s Jukebox. Slash also told Jonesy he admired Eddie Van […]

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Live Reviews

Robyn Hitchcock Gives A Grammy Museum Audience a Taste of His New Album

September 27, 2017 News Comments Off on Robyn Hitchcock Gives A Grammy Museum Audience a Taste of His New Album

Review by DAN MACINTOSH LOS ANGELES, CA – Listening to the Grammy Museum Executive Director Scott Goldman interview Robyn Hitchcock can be a whole lot like sampling the artist’s extensive catalogue, in that it he […]

Classic US Rocker Reviews

  • Tommy McLoughlin the original lead singer of The Sloths - Photo © 2017 Craig Hammons
    Hammons: With New Album, ‘Back From The Grave,’ The Sloths Connect With Young Audience
    April 8, 2017 Comments Off on Hammons: With New Album, ‘Back From The Grave,’ The Sloths Connect With Young Audience
  • Yo Yo Ma - Photo © 2016 Craig Hammons
    Hammons Reviews: Yo Yo Ma and Friends Show at Hollywood Bowl Brings Music Worlds Together
    August 27, 2016 Comments Off on Hammons Reviews: Yo Yo Ma and Friends Show at Hollywood Bowl Brings Music Worlds Together
  • Slash CaliforniaRocker.com California Rocker Jesse Grant
    Best LA Concerts of 2016: Big Stars in Small Venues, Young Trailblazers, and California Rockers
    December 30, 2016 Comments Off on Best LA Concerts of 2016: Big Stars in Small Venues, Young Trailblazers, and California Rockers
  • Nick Waterhouse and his Tarots entertain at The Regent Theater - Photo by Donna Balancia for California Rocker
    Review: Holidays Heat Up As Nick Waterhouse, Sad Girl and Cutty Flam Band Rock The Regent Theater
    December 23, 2016 1
  • Gene Loves Jezebel, Hellflowers, Slow Poisoner Celebrate Hyaena Gallery
    April 12, 2016 Comments Off on Gene Loves Jezebel, Hellflowers, Slow Poisoner Celebrate Hyaena Gallery

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Reviews

  • Des Rocs, Romes and Velvet Chains Rock The El Rey Theatre to Throngs of Devoted Fans
    April 10, 2026 Comments Off on Des Rocs, Romes and Velvet Chains Rock The El Rey Theatre to Throngs of Devoted Fans
  • Charley Crockett Releases ‘Age Of The Ram,’ Third Installment of ‘Sagebrush Trilogy’
    April 6, 2026 Comments Off on Charley Crockett Releases ‘Age Of The Ram,’ Third Installment of ‘Sagebrush Trilogy’
  • Slightly Stoopid Unveils Road Trippin Summer Tour 2026 and Stops at Festivals Across US
    March 24, 2026 Comments Off on Slightly Stoopid Unveils Road Trippin Summer Tour 2026 and Stops at Festivals Across US

Iggy Pop Bare and Real

Iggy Pop Bare and Real

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

  • Iggy Pop Wraps Tour - Photo by Paul McAlpine
    Iggy Pop Shows No Signs of ‘Shutdown’ with Tour Finale at The Anthem in Washington, D.C.
    October 2, 2025 Comments Off on Iggy Pop Shows No Signs of ‘Shutdown’ with Tour Finale at The Anthem in Washington, D.C.
  • Mike Peters of The Alarm Wrote New Album, ‘Forwards’ to Inspire People to Keep Fighting
    June 1, 2023 Comments Off on Mike Peters of The Alarm Wrote New Album, ‘Forwards’ to Inspire People to Keep Fighting
  • Patricia Klein, Jula Bell, Judy Cocuzza, Ames Flames, Mia Ferraro - Courtesy Ames Flames for US Rocker
    Roadie Ames Flames Revisits ‘Sugar Coated Dynamite’ in a Van with Bobsled and Patsy
    March 1, 2026 Comments Off on Roadie Ames Flames Revisits ‘Sugar Coated Dynamite’ in a Van with Bobsled and Patsy
  • The Album Leaf Conjures a Range of Emotions at Zebulon Show – Photos + Review
    February 3, 2026 Comments Off on The Album Leaf Conjures a Range of Emotions at Zebulon Show – Photos + Review
  • The Dirty Knobs - Photo © 2016 Donna Balancia
    Exclusive Interview: Mike Campbell and The Dirty Knobs Open The Door to Fun With SoCal Shows
    October 27, 2016 Comments Off on Exclusive Interview: Mike Campbell and The Dirty Knobs Open The Door to Fun With SoCal Shows
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    Bob Ezrin Tells NAMM Attendees to be Precise on Music Terminology
    January 24, 2014 Comments Off on Bob Ezrin Tells NAMM Attendees to be Precise on Music Terminology
  • Todd Rundgren: ‘A Wizard A True Star’ Was Abomination to Everyone Else, But It Was My Defining Moment
    May 16, 2017 Comments Off on Todd Rundgren: ‘A Wizard A True Star’ Was Abomination to Everyone Else, But It Was My Defining Moment




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