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The Reverend Peyton's Big Damn Band at St Rocke - Photo by Luis Moreno
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The Reverend Peyton’s Big Damn Band Creates New Blues Sound with Antique Style

October 22, 2019 News Comments Off on The Reverend Peyton’s Big Damn Band Creates New Blues Sound with Antique Style

Photos and Review By LUIS MORENO The Reverend Peyton’s Big Damn Band is comprised of three innovative Indiana musicians who can make music on just about anything. Who would think you’d feel so compelled to […]

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George Thorogood of The Destroyers to Christen Signature ‘White Fang’ Guitar at Sam Ash

June 18, 2019 News Comments Off on George Thorogood of The Destroyers to Christen Signature ‘White Fang’ Guitar at Sam Ash

By JOHN DALY George Thorogood of George Thorogood and The Destroyers will make a special appearance at Sam Ash in Hollywood to chat and demo his new Epiphone signature guitar on Friday, June 28. Thorogood […]

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Sarah Rogo Charms Canyon Club Audience with Beautiful Blues

September 24, 2017 News Comments Off on Sarah Rogo Charms Canyon Club Audience with Beautiful Blues

  By DONNA BALANCIA Sarah Rogo has had some pretty fun adventures in her life. After all, who can complain about living in San Diego, which for many reasons is known as “America’s Finest City,” […]

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Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers, Alabama Shakes, Charles Bradley Rock Arroyo Seco Weekend

June 25, 2017 News Comments Off on Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers, Alabama Shakes, Charles Bradley Rock Arroyo Seco Weekend

Pasadena Fest Draws Mixed Music Demo By DONNA BALANCIA Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers ripped through the hits and put on an award-worthy rock and roll performance at the first-ever Arroyo Seco Weekend Festival in […]

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Living Colour Rocks the Canyon Club in Agoura Hills

May 31, 2017 News Comments Off on Living Colour Rocks the Canyon Club in Agoura Hills

Band’s ‘Personality’ Attracts Friends and Fans By DONNA BALANCIA Living Colour brought their style of bluesy punk to Canyon Club playing new songs and favorites to a packed house. The band will release a new […]

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Paul Nelson GRAMMY Nom: ‘My Friend the Late Johnny Winter Would Be Proud of Joe Louis Walker and Me’

February 8, 2017 News Comments Off on Paul Nelson GRAMMY Nom: ‘My Friend the Late Johnny Winter Would Be Proud of Joe Louis Walker and Me’

EXCLUSIVE: Producer of GRAMMY-Nominated Blues Album Chats with California Rocker By DONNA BALANCIA Blues great Joe Louis Walker is getting some.  After all, that’s what he asks for in his GRAMMY nominated album ‘Everybody Wants […]

Classic US Rocker Reviews

  • REVIEW: Bananarama Bring Dance Party to LA in Rare Live Show
    February 21, 2018 Comments Off on REVIEW: Bananarama Bring Dance Party to LA in Rare Live Show
  • The Posies Prove Perennial Popularity with an Outstanding Show at The Bootleg
    May 30, 2018 Comments Off on The Posies Prove Perennial Popularity with an Outstanding Show at The Bootleg
  • John Kay of Steppenwolf approaches 50 years in music - Photo © 2017 Heather Harris
    Prolific John Kay of Steppenwolf Approaches 50 Years of Rock Music
    March 5, 2017 Comments Off on Prolific John Kay of Steppenwolf Approaches 50 Years of Rock Music
  • Michael Franti by Craig Hammons California Rocker
    Michael Franti and Spearhead’s ‘Soulrocker’ Tour Brings Love to the Pacific Amphitheatre
    August 9, 2016 Comments Off on Michael Franti and Spearhead’s ‘Soulrocker’ Tour Brings Love to the Pacific Amphitheatre
  • Lindsey Troy of Deap Vally rips it up at Desert Days - Photo © 2017 Donna Balancia
    Courtney and Kurt, Deap Vally Kick Off Desert Daze 2017 in Joshua Tree
    October 14, 2017 Comments Off on Courtney and Kurt, Deap Vally Kick Off Desert Daze 2017 in Joshua Tree

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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

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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

  • 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
  • Supermensch
    Shep Gordon, Mike Myers Talk ‘Supermensch’ at Landmark Theatres
    November 13, 2014 Comments Off on Shep Gordon, Mike Myers Talk ‘Supermensch’ at Landmark Theatres
  • L.A. Witch - Photo © 2016 Donna Balancia
    L.A. Witch To Take Their Retro ’60s Sound Across the West With New Tour
    March 3, 2016 Comments Off on L.A. Witch To Take Their Retro ’60s Sound Across the West With New Tour
  • Jason Heath & The Greedy Souls Honor Mentor Wayne Kramer with New Album – Interview
    November 16, 2025 Comments Off on Jason Heath & The Greedy Souls Honor Mentor Wayne Kramer with New Album – Interview
  • The National Releases Live Album ‘Rome’ Along with Fan-Created Video – Watch
    December 15, 2024 Comments Off on The National Releases Live Album ‘Rome’ Along with Fan-Created Video – Watch
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    Bob Ezrin Tells NAMM Attendees to be Precise on Music Terminology
    January 24, 2014 Comments Off on Bob Ezrin Tells NAMM Attendees to be Precise on Music Terminology
  • Timothy White - Photo © 2016 Donna Balancia
    Morrison Hotel Gallery Presents ‘Parental Advisory: Explicit Images,’ Photos of Hip Hop’s Greats
    September 16, 2016 Comments Off on Morrison Hotel Gallery Presents ‘Parental Advisory: Explicit Images,’ Photos of Hip Hop’s Greats




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