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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 […]

Musicians

VIDEO: ‘American Valhalla’ Gets Front Row Reception; Fans Line Up Around the Block to Meet Josh Homme

July 10, 2017 News Comments Off on VIDEO: ‘American Valhalla’ Gets Front Row Reception; Fans Line Up Around the Block to Meet Josh Homme

Post Pop Depression Draws Raves VIDEO By DONNA BALANCIA Josh Homme, Steve Jones and director Andreas Neumann were on hand for a post-screening Q and A at the LA premiere of American Valhalla, the documentary […]

Classic US Rocker Reviews

  • Courtney Barnett - Courtesy
    Review: Courtney Barnett Puts the Human Touch Into ‘Things Take Time, Take Time’
    November 22, 2021 Comments Off on Review: Courtney Barnett Puts the Human Touch Into ‘Things Take Time, Take Time’
  • The Blasters - Photo by Donna Balancia
    The Blasters Take Energy to New Level at Brouwerij West in San Pedro
    July 31, 2019 Comments Off on The Blasters Take Energy to New Level at Brouwerij West in San Pedro
  • Bob Weir is on tour with 'Blue Mountain' album - Photo © 2016 Donna Balancia
    Bob Weir Performs ‘Blue Mountain’ and Grateful Dead Music to Packed House at Wiltern
    October 18, 2016 Comments Off on Bob Weir Performs ‘Blue Mountain’ and Grateful Dead Music to Packed House at Wiltern
  • Kim Shattuck © Donna Balancia
    California Rocker Names Top Shows of the Quarter: Pandoras, Marley, Hearts
    March 16, 2016 Comments Off on California Rocker Names Top Shows of the Quarter: Pandoras, Marley, Hearts
  • Idiot Grins do Louvin Brothers Proud with New Album ‘Thoughts & Prayers’
    November 24, 2020 Comments Off on Idiot Grins do Louvin Brothers Proud with New Album ‘Thoughts & Prayers’

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Reviews

  • Carter Vail Single ‘Ants In My Room’ Depicts Just That, With a Little ‘Extra’ – Review
    February 1, 2026 Comments Off on Carter Vail Single ‘Ants In My Room’ Depicts Just That, With a Little ‘Extra’ – Review
  • Alice Cooper Says Hitting The Stage Keeps Him Young on Rock & Roll High School Podcast
    January 16, 2026 Comments Off on Alice Cooper Says Hitting The Stage Keeps Him Young on Rock & Roll High School Podcast
  • Father John Misty, Trombone Shorty and Grace Potter Headline Winnetka Music Festival
    January 13, 2026 Comments Off on Father John Misty, Trombone Shorty and Grace Potter Headline Winnetka Music Festival

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®

  • No Picture
    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

  • Cheap Trick Drop 21st Album ‘All Washed Up’ and Announce Tour Dates
    November 14, 2025 Comments Off on Cheap Trick Drop 21st Album ‘All Washed Up’ and Announce Tour Dates
  • Jeff White at the helm of KRML - Photo © 2016 Donna Balancia
    KRML of Carmel, California – Trailblazer for Independent Commercial Radio Stations
    March 19, 2016 Comments Off on KRML of Carmel, California – Trailblazer for Independent Commercial Radio Stations
  • Paul Nelson GRAMMY Nom: ‘My Friend the Late Johnny Winter Would Be Proud of Joe Louis Walker and Me’
    February 8, 2017 Comments Off on Paul Nelson GRAMMY Nom: ‘My Friend the Late Johnny Winter Would Be Proud of Joe Louis Walker and Me’
  • Bob Weir is on tour with 'Blue Mountain' album - Photo © 2016 Donna Balancia
    Bob Weir, Co-Founder of The Grateful Dead, Passes Away Following Cancer Battle
    January 11, 2026 Comments Off on Bob Weir, Co-Founder of The Grateful Dead, Passes Away Following Cancer Battle
  • Mick Jagger California Rocker
    Jagger Hikes San Diego; Gary Clark Jr. Opens for Rolling Stones at Petco
    May 24, 2015 Comments Off on Jagger Hikes San Diego; Gary Clark Jr. Opens for Rolling Stones at Petco
  • Koh Hasebe; Distributed by Elektra Records, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
    Live Aid Concerts Get 40th Commemoration on Radio Station WXPN
    July 9, 2025 Comments Off on Live Aid Concerts Get 40th Commemoration on Radio Station WXPN
  • Des Rocs © 2024 Donna Balancia
    Interview: Des Rocs Sets Europe on Fire with Dynamic Rock, Launches US Tour in April
    February 18, 2024 Comments Off on Interview: Des Rocs Sets Europe on Fire with Dynamic Rock, Launches US Tour in April




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