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Hammons Review: Juke Box Hero Tour Wraps to Rock and Roll Satisfaction

August 13, 2018 News Comments Off on Hammons Review: Juke Box Hero Tour Wraps to Rock and Roll Satisfaction

By CRAIG HAMMONS The Juke Box Hero’s tour wrapped up in Irvine to a crowd of happy Rock and Rollers. What more can you ask for on a hot summer night but to be outdoors […]

Johnny Indovina of Human Drama - Photo by Craig Hammons
By CRAIG HAMMONS

Review: Human Drama Fulfills Loyal Fan Cravings for Local Show

April 25, 2018 News Comments Off on Review: Human Drama Fulfills Loyal Fan Cravings for Local Show

By CRAIG HAMMONS Human Drama and Bar Sinister are a perfect match of artist and venue.  Human Drama has played there many times in the past but tonight’s show was going to be special as it […]

The Residents - Photo by Craig Hammons
By CRAIG HAMMONS

The Residents Bring Their Brand of Bizarre to Sold Out Show at The Regent

April 9, 2018 News Comments Off on The Residents Bring Their Brand of Bizarre to Sold Out Show at The Regent

By CRAIG HAMMONS The Residents started their 2018 In Between Dreams tour of North America back at the historic Regent Theater in downtown Los Angeles.  These purveyors of the avant-garde and bizarre brought their brand […]

Carl Palmer - Photo by Craig Hammons for CaliforniaRocker.com
By CRAIG HAMMONS

Review: Carl Palmer Plays Favorites During ELP Legacy Show

March 28, 2018 News Comments Off on Review: Carl Palmer Plays Favorites During ELP Legacy Show

By CRAIG HAMMONS Carl Palmer is by far one of the greatest drummers of all time.  He ranks right up there with Keith Moon, John Bonham and Terry Bozzio.  After nearly four decades behind the […]

Depeche Mode going into the audience - Photo by Craig Hammons
By CRAIG HAMMONS

Depeche Mode Puts Audiences in the ‘Spirit’ With Hollywood Bowl Performances

October 23, 2017 News Comments Off on Depeche Mode Puts Audiences in the ‘Spirit’ With Hollywood Bowl Performances

Good Memories and New Songs By CRAIG HAMMONS The mighty and majestic Depeche Mode were in town for four mind-blowing sold out shows at the Hollywood Bowl in support of their brilliant new album Spirit. […]

The Weirdos
By CRAIG HAMMONS

HAMMONS REVIEW: Woolly Bandits and The Weirdos Bring Old Style Punk Back to ‘Destroy All Music’

June 7, 2017 News Comments Off on HAMMONS REVIEW: Woolly Bandits and The Weirdos Bring Old Style Punk Back to ‘Destroy All Music’

Sweet But Wild Reunion at Echo By CRAIG HAMMONS After being held captive by my Uber driver I finally made it to The Echo for the long awaited homecoming of Hollyweird’s own premiere punks, the […]

Classic US Rocker Reviews

  • Owl - Feature © 2015 Donna Balancia
    Owl, Philm, Lend Avant-Garde Sound to Metal Scene on Legendary Sunset Strip
    August 12, 2015 Comments Off on Owl, Philm, Lend Avant-Garde Sound to Metal Scene on Legendary Sunset Strip
  • Arroyo Seco Festival Weekend Brings the Best of Music, Food to Pasadena Saturday and Sunday
    June 20, 2017 Comments Off on Arroyo Seco Festival Weekend Brings the Best of Music, Food to Pasadena Saturday and Sunday
  • Val Kilmer discusses his film 'Cinema Twain' - Photos © 2016 Donna Balancia
    Val Kilmer Gives Mark Twain New Audience in ‘Cinema Twain,’ The Great Film Based on his One-Man Play
    November 12, 2016 Comments Off on Val Kilmer Gives Mark Twain New Audience in ‘Cinema Twain,’ The Great Film Based on his One-Man Play
  • Dave Grohl at Cal Jam - Photo © 2018 Donna Balancia
    Reunions Reign at Cal Jam 2018 with Nirvana and Post Pop Depression
    October 8, 2018 Comments Off on Reunions Reign at Cal Jam 2018 with Nirvana and Post Pop Depression
  • Review: Karen Elson Replicates Renowned Renditions for ‘Radio Redhead’
    January 7, 2021 Comments Off on Review: Karen Elson Replicates Renowned Renditions for ‘Radio Redhead’

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Reviews

  • 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
  • Devon2026_photoByVenlaShalin
    Devon Allman to Bring Modern Legacy to the Road with the ’20 Years Strong’ Tour
    March 22, 2026 Comments Off on Devon Allman to Bring Modern Legacy to the Road with the ’20 Years Strong’ Tour
  • Googly Eyes Draws the Fans for North American Tour Promoting ‘American Girls’ EP
    March 19, 2026 Comments Off on Googly Eyes Draws the Fans for North American Tour Promoting ‘American Girls’ EP

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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

  • No Values Punk Festival Delivers Danzig, Iggy and Crowd Surfers to Pomona
    June 11, 2024 Comments Off on No Values Punk Festival Delivers Danzig, Iggy and Crowd Surfers to Pomona
  • Richie Ramone - Photo © 2015 Donna Balancia
    The California Rocker Interview: Richie Ramone Talks New Album, Family and Life in the Suburbs
    September 16, 2015 1
  • Aerosmith Guitarist Joe Perry Sets a Return to the Road with The Joe Perry Project
    May 12, 2025 Comments Off on Aerosmith Guitarist Joe Perry Sets a Return to the Road with The Joe Perry Project
  • 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.
  • Cindy Lee Berryhill by Donna Balancia
    Cindy Lee Berryhill To Release New Album, ‘The Adventurist,’ Truly a Transcendent Labor of Love
    November 5, 2016 Comments Off on Cindy Lee Berryhill To Release New Album, ‘The Adventurist,’ Truly a Transcendent Labor of Love
  • The Who, 1970 - Photo © Heather Harris, used by California Rocker with permissions
    Rock Photogs Heather Harris and Markus Cuff: Let Your Lens Find The Truth
    May 12, 2015 Comments Off on Rock Photogs Heather Harris and Markus Cuff: Let Your Lens Find The Truth
  • ‘Tighty Whiteys,’ Featuring Frontman Ron Young, Bare Their Soul With Upcoming Malibu Gigs in 2016
    November 24, 2015 2




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