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By DONNA BALANCIA

The Blessings Rock The Heather Harris Photo Exhibit at Pop Obscure Records in Downtown LA

May 8, 2017 News Comments Off on The Blessings Rock The Heather Harris Photo Exhibit at Pop Obscure Records in Downtown LA

Musicians, Artists and Friends on Hand at Showing By DONNA BALANCIA The Blessings performed as fans of photography and music gathered at Pop Obscure Records in downtown L.A. for an exhibit by photographer Heather Harris. […]

By DONNA BALANCIA

Heather Harris to Exhibit Her Famous Rock Images at Pop Obscure Records From May 6 Through June 18

May 1, 2017 News Comments Off on Heather Harris to Exhibit Her Famous Rock Images at Pop Obscure Records From May 6 Through June 18

The Blessings To Play Opening Night Party By DONNA BALANCIA Heather Harris has had a unique perspective from her vantage point as rock photographer in the pit since 1967.  There isn’t much this sharpeye doesn’t […]

Photo © 2015 Donna Balancia
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Mike Campbell Uses His LA Band, The Dirty Knobs, for Kicks, While Reaping Big Marketing Rewards

November 26, 2015 News Comments Off on Mike Campbell Uses His LA Band, The Dirty Knobs, for Kicks, While Reaping Big Marketing Rewards

By DONNA BALANCIA – Mike Campbell may be known as “Gator,” in his band The Dirty Knobs but the only thing ferocious about him is his extraordinary guitar playing. Campbell, known for his day job […]

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