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Happy Sundays Long Beach Rocks with Soft Palms, Niis and Mike Watt – Photos + Review

August 28, 2024 News Comments Off on Happy Sundays Long Beach Rocks with Soft Palms, Niis and Mike Watt – Photos + Review

Photos and review by NOTES FROM VIVACE – LONG BEACH, Calif. – You can now be happy on Saturdays and Sundays in Long Beach. In its 8th year, Happy Sundays Long Beach Festival took a […]

Laveda - Photos by NOTES FROM VIVACE
Musicians

Gal Pal, Powder Pink & Sweet and Laveda Rock Permanent Records Roadhouse

May 18, 2023 News Comments Off on Gal Pal, Powder Pink & Sweet and Laveda Rock Permanent Records Roadhouse

By NOTES FROM VIVACE LOS ANGELES – Permanent Records Roadhouse on a recent Saturday night was the place to be for lovers of sonic sounds. Powder Pink & Sweet opened up the night with a […]

Musicians

King Mala Shows Power of Personality and Unique Song Style at School Night

November 30, 2022 News Comments Off on King Mala Shows Power of Personality and Unique Song Style at School Night

Photos and Review by NOTES FROM VIVACE LOS ANGELES – I first came across King Mala during an online set for WFNM during the height of the pandemic in late 2020. She sat on a […]

Westerner at School Night - Photos by Notes From Vivace
By NOTES FROM VIVACE

Indie On The Rise: Westerner Talks New Album ‘Kali Yuga Kama Sutra’

August 30, 2022 News Comments Off on Indie On The Rise: Westerner Talks New Album ‘Kali Yuga Kama Sutra’

Interview + Photos by NOTES FROM VIVACE On a recent Monday night, Westerner hit the stage at School Night in support of their just released album Kali Yuga Kama Sutra. The opening song from their […]

Live Reviews

Hot Line Fest Sizzles with Fox Violet, Blushes, Spare Parts for Broken Hearts

August 22, 2022 News Comments Off on Hot Line Fest Sizzles with Fox Violet, Blushes, Spare Parts for Broken Hearts

Photos and Review by NOTES FROM VIVACE LOS ANGELES – The first-ever Hot Line Fest spun bright at Permanent Records Roadhouse on Saturday. Music from the 10 bands in the lineup ranged from the grooves […]

California Rocker®

Photo Gallery: Letters to Cleo and Dear Elise Draw Faithful Fans to The Troubadour

November 16, 2021 News Comments Off on Photo Gallery: Letters to Cleo and Dear Elise Draw Faithful Fans to The Troubadour

Photos + Review by NOTES FROM VIVACE Letters to Cleo played to a crowd that spanned the generations at the Troubadour on Friday night with Generation X going to the front of the stage. For […]

Tyler of Speed of Light - Photo by Notes From Vivace
Musicians

Interview: Speed of Light Talks New Music, ‘Bands in a Barbershop’ and Echo Park Rising 2020

September 25, 2020 News Comments Off on Interview: Speed of Light Talks New Music, ‘Bands in a Barbershop’ and Echo Park Rising 2020

By NOTES FROM VIVACE Punk band Speed of Light are known for energetic live performances. Riley, Cameron and Tyler have cultivated a devoted fan base through the “Bands in a Barbershop” punk scene in Echo […]

Zooluxx 5 - Notes From Vivace
Live Reviews

Zooluxx Celebrates Release of EP ‘Just a Little Bit’ with Sexy Show at Moroccan

February 21, 2020 News Comments Off on Zooluxx Celebrates Release of EP ‘Just a Little Bit’ with Sexy Show at Moroccan

Photos and Words By NOTES FROM VIVACE Zooluxx took the stage recently at the Moroccan Lounge to celebrate the release of their EP Just A Little Bit. This band spent five years playing Monday nights […]

Polartropica - Photo by Notes From Vivace
By NOTES FROM VIVACE

Indie on the Rise: Polartropica Invites Audiences to a Colorful Music Party

August 21, 2019 News Comments Off on Indie on the Rise: Polartropica Invites Audiences to a Colorful Music Party

By NOTES FROM VIVACE I first came across Polartropica at Echo Park Rising in 2018. The band was playing at Spacedust. With the band’s futuristic fashion and the fact that they were playing at a […]

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Buddy Guy Show at Novo Lacking, But He’s Still the Link to Chicago Blues

March 19, 2018 News Comments Off on Buddy Guy Show at Novo Lacking, But He’s Still the Link to Chicago Blues

By DAN MACINTOSH Nobody questions Buddy Guy’s guitar skills. Just ask other guitar masters, like Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck and Jimmy Page. They’ll all sing his praises. Therefore, expectations were high for Guy’s appearance at […]

Classic US Rocker Reviews

  • The Gonzo crew performed a one-off show in Hermosa Beach - Photo © 2016 Donna Balancia
    VIDEO: Check Out Gonzo From Tribal Seeds Live at The Standing Room in Hermosa Beach
    January 14, 2017 Comments Off on VIDEO: Check Out Gonzo From Tribal Seeds Live at The Standing Room in Hermosa Beach
  • ‘Professor’ Thomas Dolby Kicks off Summer Tour Tonight at Largo at the Coronet
    July 25, 2018 Comments Off on ‘Professor’ Thomas Dolby Kicks off Summer Tour Tonight at Largo at the Coronet
  • Taylor Swift accepts Artist of the Year at AMAs she also received Artist of the Decade and favorite pop: rock record - Courtesy ABC
    Taylor Swift Gets the Last Laugh, Billie Eilish Steals the Show at 2019 American Music Awards
    November 24, 2019 Comments Off on Taylor Swift Gets the Last Laugh, Billie Eilish Steals the Show at 2019 American Music Awards
  • The Residents - Photo by Craig Hammons
    The Residents Bring Their Brand of Bizarre to Sold Out Show at The Regent
    April 9, 2018 Comments Off on The Residents Bring Their Brand of Bizarre to Sold Out Show at The Regent
  • Review: Lake Street Dive Album ‘Obviously’ Sails On with Superb Soulful Sound
    April 4, 2021 Comments Off on Review: Lake Street Dive Album ‘Obviously’ Sails On with Superb Soulful Sound

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  • ‘Life’s Been Good: Joe Walsh’ Auction Gives Famous Rocker a Chance to ‘Get More Stuff’
    November 12, 2025 Comments Off on ‘Life’s Been Good: Joe Walsh’ Auction Gives Famous Rocker a Chance to ‘Get More Stuff’
  • Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 2025 Induction Ceremony Takes Center Stage in LA
    November 9, 2025 Comments Off on Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 2025 Induction Ceremony Takes Center Stage in LA
  • 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

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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

  • Dick Dale California Rocker
    Music is Medicine for ‘King of the Surf Guitar’
    March 3, 2014 Comments Off on Music is Medicine for ‘King of the Surf Guitar’
  • Pond Surfs the Lodge Room and into the Hearts of U.S. Fans – Photos + Review
    May 21, 2024 Comments Off on Pond Surfs the Lodge Room and into the Hearts of U.S. Fans – Photos + Review
  • Olivia Dvorak - Alternative-Country star in the making - Photo © 2015 Donna Balancia
    Olivia Dvorak: Check Out This ‘Superstar To Be’ Who is Truly Making Music in Her Own Way
    October 3, 2015 Comments Off on Olivia Dvorak: Check Out This ‘Superstar To Be’ Who is Truly Making Music in Her Own Way
  • Bonnie Raitt - Photo © 2015 Donna Balancia
    Bonnie Raitt and Musician Friends Celebrate Marty Grebb at Canyon Club
    May 30, 2015 Comments Off on Bonnie Raitt and Musician Friends Celebrate Marty Grebb at Canyon Club
  • Pool Kids at No Earbuds Fest - All photos by Notes From Vivace
    No Earbuds Fest Descends on Pomona, Showcasing Bands From Around the U.S.
    June 19, 2024 Comments Off on No Earbuds Fest Descends on Pomona, Showcasing Bands From Around the U.S.
  • Rock N Roll Billboards of the Sunset Strip
    ‘Rock ‘N’ Roll Billboards of the Sunset Strip’ by Robert Landau is a Beautiful Lesson in Music History
    December 21, 2015 Comments Off on ‘Rock ‘N’ Roll Billboards of the Sunset Strip’ by Robert Landau is a Beautiful Lesson in Music History
  • Cheetah Chrome, r, with Bruce Duff performs with James Williamson last January at Bootleg in LA - Photo © 2015 Donna Balancia
    Facebook F***s Cheetah Chrome Out of his Name; Punk Legend Battles Company Over Identity
    November 19, 2015 2




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