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Watch: Alejandro Aranda and Lauren Ruth Ward Perform in Gibson G-45 Guitar Ads

July 19, 2019 News Comments Off on Watch: Alejandro Aranda and Lauren Ruth Ward Perform in Gibson G-45 Guitar Ads

By DONNA BALANCIA Alejandro Aranda, known as Scary Pool Party, shared the spotlight with another local LA favorite, Lauren Ruth Ward, as the two are featured in new Gibson G-45 guitar advertisements. The videos are […]

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‘Scary Pool Party’ Alejandro Aranda Won College Music Contest Before American Idol

March 8, 2019 News Comments Off on ‘Scary Pool Party’ Alejandro Aranda Won College Music Contest Before American Idol

By DONNA BALANCIA American Idol favorite Alejandro Aranda, known as Scary Pool Party, has been a well-loved fixture on the  Southern California music scene and even won a college music contest in 2017. Aranda impressed […]

Binx with Bruce Watson - Patrick O'Heffernan photo
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NAMM 2019: Buckcherry, Streaming, and Encounters with Bruce Watson and Stevie Wonder

January 28, 2019 News Comments Off on NAMM 2019: Buckcherry, Streaming, and Encounters with Bruce Watson and Stevie Wonder

Peter Frampton Presented with Les Paul Award By PATRICK O’HEFFERNAN ANAHEIM – On Saturday at NAMM, the day began when social media influencer and singer BINX and I encountered heavy security at the Media Center. […]

Classic Rock

Featured at NAMM 2019: Technology, Rock Stars and a $2 Million Guitar Strap

January 24, 2019 News Comments Off on Featured at NAMM 2019: Technology, Rock Stars and a $2 Million Guitar Strap

By PATRICK O’HEFFERNAN ANAHEIM – A $2 million dollar guitar strap.  A watch that tunes your instruments, a guitar that folds up and yet sounds  great. These are a few of products presented to the media […]

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Gibson to Issue Limited Edition Chris Cornell Guitar for LA Forum Tribute

January 15, 2019 News Comments Off on Gibson to Issue Limited Edition Chris Cornell Guitar for LA Forum Tribute

By JOHN DALY Gibson will release a limited-edition Chris Cornell Tribute ES-335 guitar in honor of the late Soundgarden frontman who died more than a year ago. The guitar will be available in the spring. […]

Blues

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

  • Photos: The Guillotines and Screech of Death Bring Good Houston Vibes to LA
    February 18, 2020 Comments Off on Photos: The Guillotines and Screech of Death Bring Good Houston Vibes to LA
  • Guards at Lolla - Courtesy
    Guards Partners with Maison Kitsune on Energetic Track ‘Life is a War’
    November 29, 2020 Comments Off on Guards Partners with Maison Kitsune on Energetic Track ‘Life is a War’
  • HAMMONS: The Fixx and The Psychedelic Furs Touring and Bringing Back That 1980s Feeling
    July 26, 2016 Comments Off on HAMMONS: The Fixx and The Psychedelic Furs Touring and Bringing Back That 1980s Feeling
  • Dave Matthews Band - Sylvia Borgo
    KAABOO Day 2 With Dave Matthews, Chevy Metal, Bryan Adams and Squeeze – In Pictures
    September 15, 2019 Comments Off on KAABOO Day 2 With Dave Matthews, Chevy Metal, Bryan Adams and Squeeze – In Pictures
  • 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

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Reviews

  • ‘Life’s Been Good: Joe Walsh’ Auction Gives Famous Rocker a Chance to ‘Get More Stuff’
    November 12, 2025 Comments Off on ‘Life’s Been Good: Joe Walsh’ Auction Gives Famous Rocker a Chance to ‘Get More Stuff’
  • Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 2025 Induction Ceremony Takes Center Stage in LA
    November 9, 2025 Comments Off on Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 2025 Induction Ceremony Takes Center Stage in LA
  • Garbage Proves a Treasure to Fans in Boise, Despite Limiting Future Tour Dates
    October 21, 2025 Comments Off on Garbage Proves a Treasure to Fans in Boise, Despite Limiting Future Tour Dates

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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

  • Steel Panther Photo © 2015 Donna Balancia for California Rocker
    The Sun Sets on HOB Hollywood: Steel Panther Gives Sendoff to Club
    August 10, 2015 Comments Off on The Sun Sets on HOB Hollywood: Steel Panther Gives Sendoff to Club
  • Aloe Blacc launches US and European tour - Photo © Donna Balancia
    Aloe Blacc Launches ‘Stand Together’ Tour Including U.S. and European Dates
    May 8, 2025 Comments Off on Aloe Blacc Launches ‘Stand Together’ Tour Including U.S. and European Dates
  • 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’
  • A New Record for California Rocker – Five Journalism Awards with Two First Place Finishes in One Year
    July 22, 2017 Comments Off on A New Record for California Rocker – Five Journalism Awards with Two First Place Finishes in One Year
  • Feature Image Tom Verlaine © Donna Balancia
    Review: Television Gets Good Reception at Teragram Ballroom, Phoebe Bridgers Shows Grace
    August 8, 2015 Comments Off on Review: Television Gets Good Reception at Teragram Ballroom, Phoebe Bridgers Shows Grace
  • David and The Curse for CaliforniaRocker.com
    Interview: David and The Curse Drop Single ‘She Loves The Night’
    November 10, 2016 Comments Off on Interview: David and The Curse Drop Single ‘She Loves The Night’
  • KOKOKO! Transform Ordinary Sound into Upbeat Joy with New Release, ‘BUTU’
    July 12, 2024 Comments Off on KOKOKO! Transform Ordinary Sound into Upbeat Joy with New Release, ‘BUTU’




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