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NAMM Show

Jerry Cantrell of Alice in Chains to Meet and Greet at NAMM Show

January 17, 2020 News Comments Off on Jerry Cantrell of Alice in Chains to Meet and Greet at NAMM Show

Jerry Cantrell Signs as Gibson Brand Ambassador By JOHN DALY Jerry Cantrell, the main songwriter, lead guitarist and vocalist for Alice in Chains, will join Gibson as a brand ambassador, it was announced during the […]

Binx with Bruce Watson - Patrick O'Heffernan photo
Guitar

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. […]

English band King Creature - Photo by Patrick O'Heffernan
Classic Rock

NAMM 2019: Gibson Guitars Returns, Taking a DJ Lesson, Lauren Ruth Ward and REWS

January 25, 2019 News 1

By PATRICK O’HEFFERNAN ANAHEIM – It’s a good thing that the Anaheim Convention Center added the new North Hall because NAMM is really using it. Attendance hit 101,000+ and it showed,  especially in the major […]

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 […]

Awards

Macy Gray, Lisa Loeb and Nita Strauss to be Honored at She Rocks Awards During NAMM

January 7, 2019 News Comments Off on Macy Gray, Lisa Loeb and Nita Strauss to be Honored at She Rocks Awards During NAMM

By JOHN DALY Macy Gray, Lisa Loeb and Nita Strauss are among the honorees at the 2019 She Rocks Awards at House of Blues Anaheim Friday, Jan. 25. Honorees will perform throughout the evening. Kicking […]

Peter Frampton - Courtesy of Peter Frampton
Musicians

Peter Frampton to Receive Les Paul Innovation Award at NAMM Show 2019

December 30, 2018 News 1

By JOHN DALY Peter Frampton will receive the Les Paul Innovation Award at the 34th annual NAMM Technical Excellence and Creativity Awards on Jan. 26 in Anaheim. The TEC Awards event is a highlight of the annual NAMM […]

Musicians

Thomas Dolby Regales LA Audience with Synth Songs and Stories

July 26, 2018 News Comments Off on Thomas Dolby Regales LA Audience with Synth Songs and Stories

By DONNA BALANCIA Thomas Dolby is no scientist but he continues to take a scientific approach to music. After all, the famous synth musician has worked with the best tech minds, he’s collaborated with top […]

Pat Benatar She Rocks Awards 2018
Musicians

Pat Benatar To Be Honored at She Rocks Awards at House of Blues

January 10, 2018 News Comments Off on Pat Benatar To Be Honored at She Rocks Awards at House of Blues

By JOHN DALY Pat Benatar, Melissa Etheridge, Exene Cervenka and the B-52s’ Cindy Wilson and Kate Pierson are among the class of 2018 honorees to be celebrated at the She Rocks Awards held during NAMM. […]

Jared James Nichols Band and Gus G team up at Blackstar Amps party at Swinghouse Studios - Photo © 2017 Donna Balancia
By DONNA BALANCIA

Blackstar Amps Opens the NAMM Show With a True Rock and Roll Party at Swing House Studios

January 19, 2017 News Comments Off on Blackstar Amps Opens the NAMM Show With a True Rock and Roll Party at Swing House Studios

Jared James Nichols, Sin Quirin and Gus G Rock the House By DONNA BALANCIA NAMM Show 2017 got a wild kickoff at Swing House Studios last night as Blackstar Amplification celebrated its 10th anniversary in […]

Classic US Rocker Reviews

  • Flaming Lips Show: Wayne Coyne Tells Fans at the Ace to ‘Be Happy’
    May 10, 2017 Comments Off on Flaming Lips Show: Wayne Coyne Tells Fans at the Ace to ‘Be Happy’
  • Photo by Donna Balancia
    Holiday Parties Bring the Love Across Los Angeles, Some of the Biggies in Biz Share a Laugh and a Tune
    January 6, 2016 Comments Off on Holiday Parties Bring the Love Across Los Angeles, Some of the Biggies in Biz Share a Laugh and a Tune
  • Matt Jaffe Releases Undertoad review by Patrick O'Heffernan
    Review: Matt Jaffe Hits his Stride with New Album ‘Undertoad’
    March 9, 2021 Comments Off on Review: Matt Jaffe Hits his Stride with New Album ‘Undertoad’
  • Fall Out Boy at Amoeba - Photo © 2018 Donna Balancia
    Fall Out Boy Promotes MANIA with Performance at Amoeba Music
    January 24, 2018 Comments Off on Fall Out Boy Promotes MANIA with Performance at Amoeba Music
  • Robert Plant - Photo © 2016 Donna Balancia
    VIDEO: Robert Plant to Release New Concert Video from Festival of Disruption
    January 14, 2018 Comments Off on VIDEO: Robert Plant to Release New Concert Video from Festival of Disruption

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Reviews

  • 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
  • Rick Rubin and Neil Diamond - Photo by Jesse Diamond
    Neil Diamond Releases Third Album of Rick Rubin Collaboration ‘Wild At Heart’
    May 8, 2026 Comments Off on Neil Diamond Releases Third Album of Rick Rubin Collaboration ‘Wild At Heart’
  • Susto Stringband - Photo by Chris Brennan
    Susto Stringband Drops ‘E-350’ Ahead of Album ‘Susto Stringband (Vol. 2)’ – Watch
    May 7, 2026 Comments Off on Susto Stringband Drops ‘E-350’ Ahead of Album ‘Susto Stringband (Vol. 2)’ – Watch

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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

  • Jim Peterik writes We All Bleed Red for Orlando victims
    ‘We All Bleed Red’ by Jim Peterik Takes a New Approach to Honor Those Who Need it Most
    July 16, 2016 Comments Off on ‘We All Bleed Red’ by Jim Peterik Takes a New Approach to Honor Those Who Need it Most
  • EXCLUSIVE: Tom Cusimano of The Walcotts Gives Solo Show For CaliforniaRocker.com
    April 11, 2017 Comments Off on EXCLUSIVE: Tom Cusimano of The Walcotts Gives Solo Show For CaliforniaRocker.com
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • Jody Hamilton and Gilt Lily Band Rock Molly Malone’s for Charity
    December 14, 2017 Comments Off on Jody Hamilton and Gilt Lily Band Rock Molly Malone’s for Charity
  • Taleen Kali - All photos by Notes From Vivace US Rocker
    Dum Dum Records Celebrates Four-Year Anniversary at Midnight Hour Records
    October 3, 2025 Comments Off on Dum Dum Records Celebrates Four-Year Anniversary at Midnight Hour Records




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