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The Damned Proves its Definitive Punk with ‘Black Is The Night’ Anthology

November 24, 2019 News Comments Off on The Damned Proves its Definitive Punk with ‘Black Is The Night’ Anthology

By DAN MACINTOSH The Damned was the first punk band from the United Kingdom to release a single (“New Rose”), so why is this London-birthed act not always immediately mentioned whenever discussing pioneering punk, the […]

Musicians

Alice Bag Talks Women, Punk, Equality Ahead of Tonight’s Event with Teri Gender Bender

October 4, 2017 News Comments Off on Alice Bag Talks Women, Punk, Equality Ahead of Tonight’s Event with Teri Gender Bender

Alice Bag is one of the leaders of the punk movement in California.  She has never been one to shy away from the tough questions. The former LAUSD teacher will be sitting down with Teri […]

Alejandro Escovedo - Photo by Nancy Rankin Escovedo
Musicians

The Alejandro Escovedo Band Takes Its ‘Burn Something Beautiful’ Tour to the West Coast

February 19, 2017 News Comments Off on The Alejandro Escovedo Band Takes Its ‘Burn Something Beautiful’ Tour to the West Coast

Escovedo and Jesse Malin to Play Federal Underground By DONNA BALANCIA Alejandro Escovedo has had an interesting career. He may come from the famous musical Escovedo family, but he’s punk rock through and through. He’s […]

The Dictators NYC to play Viper Room Nov. 11 - California Rocker
By DONNA BALANCIA

Ross The Boss Friedman: Dictators ‘Amazed’ By Influence on Young Bands – California Rocker Interview

October 25, 2016 News Comments Off on Ross The Boss Friedman: Dictators ‘Amazed’ By Influence on Young Bands – California Rocker Interview

The Dictators NYC Perform at Viper Room Nov. 11 Ross the Boss Friedman, founder of The Dictators talks new music, tour and music biz with California Rocker editor Donna Balancia CR: What kind of influence […]

Musicians

Vince Conrad Productions Strikes Hidden Gold with Remastered Punk Hits

February 2, 2016 News Comments Off on Vince Conrad Productions Strikes Hidden Gold with Remastered Punk Hits

Music by The Aliens, Smart Pills and American Bad Taste Top the Charts By DONNA BALANCIA – Veteran Punk Rocker Vince Conrad has released some long-buried hidden gems to music lovers. He remastered classic hit […]

The Two Tens - Photo © 2015 Donna Balancia
Musicians

Two Tens Reveal All in The California Rocker Interview: The Massive Hair and Why Ella Didn’t Like the Hat

September 12, 2015 News Comments Off on Two Tens Reveal All in The California Rocker Interview: The Massive Hair and Why Ella Didn’t Like the Hat

The Two Tens’ Adam Bones and Rikki Styxx tell California Rocker’s Donna Balancia their Most Random Thoughts. DB: Who is your inspiration? Who are some of the bands that you two both enjoy? AB: General […]

The Dead Milkmen - photo © 2015 Donna Balancia
Live Reviews

The Dead Milkmen: Definitely Not ‘Mellow’ at The Troubadour

April 27, 2015 News Comments Off on The Dead Milkmen: Definitely Not ‘Mellow’ at The Troubadour

It’s amazing what happens with the passage of time. People get a bit slower, a little wiser and mellow. Well none of that was true at the Dead Milkmen show at The Troubadour Saturday night. […]

Classic US Rocker Reviews

  • Big Ups at The Echo - Photo © 2015 Donna Balancia
    Big Ups, Small Wigs, The Herms Bring Controlled Chaos to The Echo Club
    August 5, 2015 Comments Off on Big Ups, Small Wigs, The Herms Bring Controlled Chaos to The Echo Club
  • Band of Horses Revisits the Past and Charges Into The Future at Hollywood Show
    November 18, 2021 Comments Off on Band of Horses Revisits the Past and Charges Into The Future at Hollywood Show
  • David Bowie Celebration: A Constellation of Talent Shines Bright in the Nighttime Sky
    March 7, 2020 Comments Off on David Bowie Celebration: A Constellation of Talent Shines Bright in the Nighttime Sky
  • Andrew Vladeck - Photo © 2016 Donna Balancia
    Fireships Lights Up Hotel Cafe with Upbeat but Rebellious Performance
    February 15, 2016 Comments Off on Fireships Lights Up Hotel Cafe with Upbeat but Rebellious Performance
  • Eddie Vedder Takes the Stage at Ohana Fest in Dana Point
    September 29, 2019 Comments Off on Eddie Vedder Takes the Stage at Ohana Fest in Dana Point

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Reviews

  • 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
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    Devon Allman to Bring Modern Legacy to the Road with the ’20 Years Strong’ Tour
    March 22, 2026 Comments Off on Devon Allman to Bring Modern Legacy to the Road with the ’20 Years Strong’ Tour
  • Googly Eyes Draws the Fans for North American Tour Promoting ‘American Girls’ EP
    March 19, 2026 Comments Off on Googly Eyes Draws the Fans for North American Tour Promoting ‘American Girls’ EP

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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
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    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
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    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
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    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

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    June 11, 2024 Comments Off on No Values Punk Festival Delivers Danzig, Iggy and Crowd Surfers to Pomona
  • A New Record for California Rocker – Five Journalism Awards with Two First Place Finishes in One Year
    July 22, 2017 Comments Off on A New Record for California Rocker – Five Journalism Awards with Two First Place Finishes in One Year
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    October 29, 2025 Comments Off on Kirk Hammett, Adam Clayton, Tommy Lee Items Hit the Block at Julien’s Auctions
  • 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
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    Little Caesar And The Rise of Biker Rock: Interview With Ron Young
    June 2, 2015 Comments Off on Little Caesar And The Rise of Biker Rock: Interview With Ron Young
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