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Festivals

Punk Rock Bowling Flips for California Bands Stitches, Weirdos and The Dils

May 25, 2019 News Comments Off on Punk Rock Bowling Flips for California Bands Stitches, Weirdos and The Dils

By DONNA BALANCIA The Stitches, The Weirdos and The Dils rocked Backstage Bar as punk rockers from all over the world arrived in downtown Las Vegas Friday for the annual Punk Rock Bowling festival.  The […]

By JOHN DALY

New Single: ‘One Step’ by Balancia and Conrad Benefits Victims

September 22, 2017 News Comments Off on New Single: ‘One Step’ by Balancia and Conrad Benefits Victims

Punk Rocker and the Writer Team Up to Give Back to Texas By JOHN DALY Donna Balancia, music journalist, and Vince Conrad, music producer and founder of bands The Smart Pills and American Bad Taste, […]

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By DONNA BALANCIA

The Smart Pills ‘Lost Studio Recordings’ Are Appropriate Discovery for Today, EP on Sale Dec. 2

November 28, 2016 News Comments Off on The Smart Pills ‘Lost Studio Recordings’ Are Appropriate Discovery for Today, EP on Sale Dec. 2

Smart Pills Founder Vince Conrad Says Re-Release of Punk Recordings a Labor of Love By DONNA BALANCIA If you never got a chance to get a copy of any of The Smart Pills songs back […]

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 […]

Classic US Rocker Reviews

  • John Mayall - Photo by Patrick O'Heffernan
    John Mayall at The Rose in Pasadena: A Divine Experience For Those Who Worship The Blues
    November 21, 2016 Comments Off on John Mayall at The Rose in Pasadena: A Divine Experience For Those Who Worship The Blues
  • Vampire Weekend - Photo by Alyson Camus
    Review: Vampire Weekend Comeback Show at Ojai’s Libbey Bowl a Charity Event
    June 18, 2018 Comments Off on Review: Vampire Weekend Comeback Show at Ojai’s Libbey Bowl a Charity Event
  • No Picture
    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
  • A Tribute to Sublime Serves ‘Burritos’ at Belly Up Tavern for Bradley Nowell Foundation
    July 2, 2019 Comments Off on A Tribute to Sublime Serves ‘Burritos’ at Belly Up Tavern for Bradley Nowell Foundation
  • Paul Simon - Photo by Sylvia Borgo
    Week In Photos: Paul Simon Wraps Outside Lands Fest, and Summer, in Style
    August 16, 2019 Comments Off on Week In Photos: Paul Simon Wraps Outside Lands Fest, and Summer, in Style

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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

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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

  • The Dave Schultz All-Star Jam - Photo © 2015 Donna Balancia
    The Dave Schulz All-Star Jam Brings Rock and Roll Thursday to New Venue Mrs. Fish in Downtown LA
    October 20, 2015 Comments Off on The Dave Schulz All-Star Jam Brings Rock and Roll Thursday to New Venue Mrs. Fish in Downtown LA
  • Luis Moreno, Photographer, Athlete, and Father, Passes Away Following Cancer Battle
    January 19, 2024 Comments Off on Luis Moreno, Photographer, Athlete, and Father, Passes Away Following Cancer Battle
  • Happy Sundays Long Beach Rocks with Soft Palms, Niis and Mike Watt – Photos + Review
    August 28, 2024 Comments Off on Happy Sundays Long Beach Rocks with Soft Palms, Niis and Mike Watt – Photos + Review
  • The Dandy Warhols Take The Bellwether by Storm in Memorable LA Show
    October 9, 2025 Comments Off on The Dandy Warhols Take The Bellwether by Storm in Memorable LA Show
  • Kevin Armstrong with Iggy Pop in 1986 - Photo by Paul McAlpine
    EXCLUSIVE: Guitarist and Producer Kevin Armstrong Talks ‘Second Chance’ With Iggy Pop
    July 23, 2017 Comments Off on EXCLUSIVE: Guitarist and Producer Kevin Armstrong Talks ‘Second Chance’ With Iggy Pop
  • The DoGs Video World Premiere - Photo © 2015 Donna Balancia
    WORLD PREMIERE VIDEO: The DoGs Release Video to promote their Latest EP ‘Ain’t Going Nowhere’
    December 14, 2015 Comments Off on WORLD PREMIERE VIDEO: The DoGs Release Video to promote their Latest EP ‘Ain’t Going Nowhere’
  • Rock N Roll Fantasy Camp Gets Her Own Turn with Nancy Wilson, Sheila E., Lita Ford + More
    December 20, 2024 Comments Off on Rock N Roll Fantasy Camp Gets Her Own Turn with Nancy Wilson, Sheila E., Lita Ford + More




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