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Ska Punk Hardcore Label Jump Start Records Launches its First Subscription Club

August 4, 2021 News Comments Off on Ska Punk Hardcore Label Jump Start Records Launches its First Subscription Club

By DONNA BALANCIA Philly-based punk-ska-hardcore-indie label Jump Start Records has launched its very first subscription club to coincide with the label’s 25 year anniversary. “Somehow, some way, we’ve managed to stick around for 25 years,” label […]

The Untouchables at Saint Rocke - Photo by Luis Moreno
Musicians

Review: Untouchables Deliver The Ska-Soul Sound for Holiday Gift at Saint Rocke in Hermosa Beach

December 29, 2019 News Comments Off on Review: Untouchables Deliver The Ska-Soul Sound for Holiday Gift at Saint Rocke in Hermosa Beach

Words and Photos By LUIS MORENO It was the night after Christmas, but for this crowd the best gift was worth the wait as The Untouchables delivered a dose of holiday cheer at Saint Rocke. […]

The Interrupters leap into the fray - Photo © 2017 Donna Balancia
Live Reviews

The Interrupters, SWMRS Energize Fonda Theatre with High Energy Show

October 29, 2017 News Comments Off on The Interrupters, SWMRS Energize Fonda Theatre with High Energy Show

By DONNA BALANCIA The Interrupters headlined a night of high-energy new wave music and Halloween hijinks at The Fonda Theatre that featured SWMRS, Sharp Shock and Johnny Madcap and the Distractions. In case anyone was […]

Classic US Rocker Reviews

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    Alena Lim Review: Hideouts Blend Some Well-Liked Alternative Ingredients to Create Tasty Punk Treats
    May 24, 2017 Comments Off on Alena Lim Review: Hideouts Blend Some Well-Liked Alternative Ingredients to Create Tasty Punk Treats
  • Laena Geronimo of Feels - Photo © 2017 Donna Balancia
    Feels, Mike Watt and the Secondmen, Support John and Exene of X in Pedro
    November 6, 2017 Comments Off on Feels, Mike Watt and the Secondmen, Support John and Exene of X in Pedro
  • Mike Rimbaud
    The Talented Phil Gammage Shares His Bluesy Life with New Album, ‘Used Man for Sale’
    October 5, 2016 Comments Off on The Talented Phil Gammage Shares His Bluesy Life with New Album, ‘Used Man for Sale’
  • Review: Karen Elson Replicates Renowned Renditions for ‘Radio Redhead’
    January 7, 2021 Comments Off on Review: Karen Elson Replicates Renowned Renditions for ‘Radio Redhead’
  • Flyin Jay - Photo © 2015 Donna Balancia
    Fishbone Takes Stage Diving to New Levels as Angelo Moore and ‘Soldiers’ Take Over The Roxy
    December 21, 2015 Comments Off on Fishbone Takes Stage Diving to New Levels as Angelo Moore and ‘Soldiers’ Take Over The Roxy

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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

  • 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
  • Jesse Nolan, Tim and Rooney's Rob Schwartzman - Photo © 2015 Donna Balancia
    Engage With Audience Say Jesse Nolan, Tim Wheeler and Rob Schwartzman
    October 14, 2015 Comments Off on Engage With Audience Say Jesse Nolan, Tim Wheeler and Rob Schwartzman
  • Iggy Pop at Project Pabst in Portland - Photo by Paul McAlpine us rocker
    Iggy Pop’s Popularity Hits the Heights, But Rock Star Just Wants to ‘Go To The Beach’
    August 3, 2025 Comments Off on Iggy Pop’s Popularity Hits the Heights, But Rock Star Just Wants to ‘Go To The Beach’
  • 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
  • Victoria Bigelow Writes and Performs Songs for Everyone in her Audience at LA Show
    July 1, 2024 Comments Off on Victoria Bigelow Writes and Performs Songs for Everyone in her Audience at LA Show
  • Sasami - All photos by Notes From Vivace
    Sasami Launches Blood On the Silver Screen Tour Before Welcoming Crowd in LA
    April 22, 2025 Comments Off on Sasami Launches Blood On the Silver Screen Tour Before Welcoming Crowd in LA
  • Anthony Smith and Jeffrey Steele tore it up at King of France - All photos by Donna Balancia
    Annapolis Songwriters Fest by Rams Head Presents Hits All the High Notes – Review
    September 16, 2025 Comments Off on Annapolis Songwriters Fest by Rams Head Presents Hits All the High Notes – Review




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