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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
Musicians

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 […]

Live Reviews

Koffin Kats Take Their Impressive Rockabilly Punk On the Road After Hot Whisky A Go-Go Show

May 12, 2017 News Comments Off on Koffin Kats Take Their Impressive Rockabilly Punk On the Road After Hot Whisky A Go-Go Show

New Album is ‘Party Time In The End Times’ By ALENA LIM This is the first performance of a Rockabilly-style group that I have ever seen and I was impressed. Koffin Kats was formed in June […]

Live Reviews

Cheetah Chrome Snarls His Way Through SoCal Swing at Whisky A Go-Go and Alex’s Bar in Long Beach

February 17, 2017 News Comments Off on Cheetah Chrome Snarls His Way Through SoCal Swing at Whisky A Go-Go and Alex’s Bar in Long Beach

Cheetah Band Brings Life to Dead Boys Songs, New Tunes By DONNA BALANCIA Cheetah Chrome and his band got the crowd going at the Whisky A Go-Go and they’ll probably light up Alex’s Bar in […]

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California Rocker®

Best LA Concerts of 2016: Big Stars in Small Venues, Young Trailblazers, and California Rockers

December 30, 2016 News Comments Off on Best LA Concerts of 2016: Big Stars in Small Venues, Young Trailblazers, and California Rockers

Bob Weir, Desert Trip, Eagles of Death Metal, The Cure, Make Beautiful Music in 2016 Eagles of Death Metal at The Teragram Ballroom The band members in The Eagles of Death Metal have coped with […]

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California Rocker®

California Rocker Wins Best Photo Essay, Best Action Photo at Prestigious LA Press Club Awards Gala

December 5, 2016 News Comments Off on California Rocker Wins Best Photo Essay, Best Action Photo at Prestigious LA Press Club Awards Gala

California Rocker Wins Three Awards at 2016 NAEJ By DOTTIE PARIS California Rocker, the online music magazine, won Best Photo Essay and Best Action Photo categories Sunday night at the National Arts and Entertainment Journalism […]

Suzanne Allison Witkin received a finalist nod for "On Tour With The Hollywood Vampires" a photo essay for CaliforniaRocker.com
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CaliforniaRocker.com Nabs Four Finalist Nods for Arts and Entertainment Awards by Los Angeles Press Club

November 15, 2016 News 1

By JOHN DALY, CaliforniaRocker.com HOLLYWOOD – CaliforniaRocker.com, a music industry website and fanzine published by Donna Balancia, received four National Arts and Entertainment Journalism Awards finalist designations, it was announced by The Los Angeles Press […]

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News

Lemmy Statue to Be Unveiled at Rainbow Bar and Grill Public Celebration on August 24

July 15, 2016 News Comments Off on Lemmy Statue to Be Unveiled at Rainbow Bar and Grill Public Celebration on August 24

By DONNA BALANCIA The much anticipated memorial statue of rocker Lemmy, the Motorhead frontman, will be unveiled at the Rainbow Bar and Grill next month, it was announced. The Rainbow made the announcement on its […]

Dave Pirner of Soul Asylum at the Whisky A Go Go - Photo by Donna Balancia for California Rocker
U.S. Rocker Interviews

The California Rocker Interview: Soul Asylum Founder Dave Pirner Talks ‘Change of Fortune’

June 29, 2016 News Comments Off on The California Rocker Interview: Soul Asylum Founder Dave Pirner Talks ‘Change of Fortune’

New Orleans Resident Dave Pirner of Soul Asylum Rolls to Whisky A-Go-Go July 21 By DONNA BALANCIA – Dave Pirner of Soul Asylum has put a lot of time into the new album, Change of […]

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Musicians

Little Caesar Hits Europe to Promote New Double Live Album, ‘Brutally Honest’

April 27, 2016 News Comments Off on Little Caesar Hits Europe to Promote New Double Live Album, ‘Brutally Honest’

Veteran Band Debuts Tunes at Ultimate Jam Night at Whisky A Go-Go By DONNA BALANCIA For Little Caesar, Honesty is the best policy. The new album, Brutally Honest, is a double live CD recorded while […]

Punks at the Whisky: Wayne Kramer and Mike Watt at Ultimate Jam NIght - Photo © 2016 Donna Balancia
Musicians

MC5 Founder Wayne Kramer, Stooges’ Mike Watt, Headline at Famous Whisky A Go-Go on Sunset Strip

April 6, 2016 News Comments Off on MC5 Founder Wayne Kramer, Stooges’ Mike Watt, Headline at Famous Whisky A Go-Go on Sunset Strip

New Music Brings Fans to The Sunset Strip By DONNA BALANCIA – Wayne Kramer and Mike Watt are among rockers who gave the Sunset Strip a shot in the arm at the Whisky A Go-Go […]

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Live Reviews

California Rocker Names Top Shows of the Quarter: Pandoras, Marley, Hearts

March 16, 2016 News Comments Off on California Rocker Names Top Shows of the Quarter: Pandoras, Marley, Hearts

Veterans and Young Performers Whose Recent Shows Brought Out The Best By DONNA BALANCIA – There’s so much to do in Los Angeles – let alone the state of California –  no one person can […]

Dick Dale still rippin' - Photo © 1994 Heather Harris
U.S. Rocker Interviews

Interview: Guitar Legend Dick Dale Still Rippin’ The Surf Guitar Sound

December 13, 2015 News Comments Off on Interview: Guitar Legend Dick Dale Still Rippin’ The Surf Guitar Sound

Creator of Surf Music, Dick Dale Still has Many Waves to Ride By DONNA BALANCIA – Surf Guitar legend Dick Dale says his purpose is to inspire. Dale, who is drawing more crowds than ever […]

Ithaca - Photo © 2015 Donna Balancia
Live Reviews

L.A. Guns — And Rock’s Young Guns — Play for Fair Pay at Whisky a Go Go

August 11, 2015 News 2

L.A. Guns Among Bands That Rally for Radio Royalties By DONNA BALANCIA — L.A. Guns and a range of bands performed at the Whisky a Go Go Friday night to support the Fair Play Fair […]

Jack Cash with Downtown Attraction and Stevie D. of Buckcherry - Photo © 2015 Donna Balancia
By DONNA BALANCIA

CrueFest Hollywood 2015: Metal Shows its Golden Heart at Charity Event

August 10, 2015 News Comments Off on CrueFest Hollywood 2015: Metal Shows its Golden Heart at Charity Event

CrueFest Hollywood Raises Cash to Help People With Cancer By MALIA BALANCIA – Rock and Roll may never forgive, but it knows how to give back. The stage at the Whisky A Go-Go was rockin’ […]

Classic US Rocker Reviews

  • Interpol Plays a Darkly Colorful Show at The Hollywood Bowl for ‘Marauder’
    October 5, 2018 Comments Off on Interpol Plays a Darkly Colorful Show at The Hollywood Bowl for ‘Marauder’
  • Good Nights at Cafe Nela Prove the Place is for Punks
    February 19, 2018 Comments Off on Good Nights at Cafe Nela Prove the Place is for Punks
  • Evan Dando Brings the Juice to The Lemonheads Show at LA’s Teragram Ballroom
    May 26, 2019 Comments Off on Evan Dando Brings the Juice to The Lemonheads Show at LA’s Teragram Ballroom
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    Broke LA is Rich in The Arts: Great Bands, Innovations – On a Budget or Not
    April 29, 2016 Comments Off on Broke LA is Rich in The Arts: Great Bands, Innovations – On a Budget or Not
  • Rod Stewart gets wild a Caesar's Palace - Photo by Craig Hammons for California Rocker
    Hammons Review: Sir Rod Stewart Makes A Knight To Remember in Knockout Caesars Palace Performance
    March 29, 2017 Comments Off on Hammons Review: Sir Rod Stewart Makes A Knight To Remember in Knockout Caesars Palace Performance

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Reviews

  • The Cab make a kickin' return to the stage - All photos by Notes From Vivace
    The Cab Drive with Gratitude in Promoting New Album with First Tour in More than 10 Years
    June 3, 2026 Comments Off on The Cab Drive with Gratitude in Promoting New Album with First Tour in More than 10 Years
  • 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

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

  • Hudson Ingram Makes a Mark with Debut Album ‘The Long Way Home’
    May 1, 2026 Comments Off on Hudson Ingram Makes a Mark with Debut Album ‘The Long Way Home’
  • Little Caesar at Paladino's - Photo © 2015 Donna Balancia
    Little Caesar And The Rise of Biker Rock: Interview With Ron Young
    June 2, 2015 Comments Off on Little Caesar And The Rise of Biker Rock: Interview With Ron Young
  • Pool Kids at No Earbuds Fest - All photos by Notes From Vivace
    No Earbuds Fest Descends on Pomona, Showcasing Bands From Around the U.S.
    June 19, 2024 Comments Off on No Earbuds Fest Descends on Pomona, Showcasing Bands From Around the U.S.
  • 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’
  • 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
  • Bones UK Show Their ‘Soft’ Side at the Greek Theatre – Photos + Review
    September 18, 2024 Comments Off on Bones UK Show Their ‘Soft’ Side at the Greek Theatre – Photos + Review
  • Quarters, Telescreens, Give New Meaning to ‘Pit’ Stop at The Regent Theater Show
    April 17, 2026 Comments Off on Quarters, Telescreens, Give New Meaning to ‘Pit’ Stop at The Regent Theater Show




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