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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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    Eagles of Death Metal Rock, Josh Homme Goes Solo, at Teragram Ballroom Fundraiser for Dave Rosser
    December 14, 2016 1
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    Dave Pirner and Soul Asylum Celebrate Their ‘Change of Fortune’ at The Whisky A Go Go
    July 29, 2016 Comments Off on Dave Pirner and Soul Asylum Celebrate Their ‘Change of Fortune’ at The Whisky A Go Go
  • Fan crowd surfs during Feels the band at Dirty Penni Fest 3 - Photo by Scott Free
    LOCALS ONLY: Dirty Penni Fest Proves Popularity of Indie Music
    July 18, 2018 Comments Off on LOCALS ONLY: Dirty Penni Fest Proves Popularity of Indie Music
  • Arroyo Seco Festival Weekend Brings the Best of Music, Food to Pasadena Saturday and Sunday
    June 20, 2017 Comments Off on Arroyo Seco Festival Weekend Brings the Best of Music, Food to Pasadena Saturday and Sunday
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    Ryan Adams Makes His Return to the Stage, Appearing at Hotel Cafe in Hollywood
    January 12, 2020 Comments Off on Ryan Adams Makes His Return to the Stage, Appearing at Hotel Cafe in Hollywood

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  • Keyboardist David Rosenthal to Keynote Billy Joel Symposium on Long Island June 6-7
    May 27, 2026 Comments Off on Keyboardist David Rosenthal to Keynote Billy Joel Symposium on Long Island June 6-7
  • Broken Social Scene Releases Album ‘Remember The Humans’ – Watch New Video
    May 10, 2026 Comments Off on Broken Social Scene Releases Album ‘Remember The Humans’ – Watch New Video
  • Rick Rubin and Neil Diamond - Photo by Jesse Diamond
    Neil Diamond Releases Third Album of Rick Rubin Collaboration ‘Wild At Heart’
    May 8, 2026 Comments Off on Neil Diamond Releases Third Album of Rick Rubin Collaboration ‘Wild At Heart’

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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

  • Revolushn Band Talks Music, SoCal Gigs at Molly Malone’s, Blacklight District
    February 8, 2018 Comments Off on Revolushn Band Talks Music, SoCal Gigs at Molly Malone’s, Blacklight District
  • 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
  • Dope Lemon Delivers Australian Charm and ‘Golden Wolf’ at The Novo in LA
    May 28, 2025 Comments Off on Dope Lemon Delivers Australian Charm and ‘Golden Wolf’ at The Novo in LA
  • Lotti Golden, Gino Vannelli, Chick Corea, Midlife Crisis Return with Romantic Releases
    February 9, 2025 Comments Off on Lotti Golden, Gino Vannelli, Chick Corea, Midlife Crisis Return with Romantic Releases
  • Feature Image Tom Verlaine © Donna Balancia
    Review: Television Gets Good Reception at Teragram Ballroom, Phoebe Bridgers Shows Grace
    August 8, 2015 Comments Off on Review: Television Gets Good Reception at Teragram Ballroom, Phoebe Bridgers Shows Grace
  • New Music: Sons Of Silver Drop ‘Running Out Of Words,’ Prep for Tour with Dogstar
    August 16, 2024 Comments Off on New Music: Sons Of Silver Drop ‘Running Out Of Words,’ Prep for Tour with Dogstar
  • 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




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