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Boy George and Culture Club Release First New Music in 20 Years

July 31, 2018 News Comments Off on Boy George and Culture Club Release First New Music in 20 Years

By JOHN DALY Boy George and Culture Club have released their first new material in 20 years today with the single “Let Somebody Love You.” The reggae song is produced by Future Cut. The track […]

Dweezil Zappa has a role in MRI - Courtesy photo
Musicians

Derek Smalls Premieres Video for ‘MRI’ off New Album ‘Small’s Change’

July 31, 2018 News 1

By JOHN DALY Derek Smalls, formerly the bass force behind the fabled heavy metal band Spinal Tap, is premiering the video for the track “MRI” from his debut solo album, Smalls Change (Meditations Upon Ageing). […]

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Toto Covers Weezer’s ‘Hash Pipe’ to Return the Favor for ‘Africa’

July 30, 2018 News 3

TUESDAY UPDATE With Toto Live ‘Hash Pipe’ VIDEO By JOHN DALY KROQ-FM got the scoop on everyone, grabbing a world exclusive premiere of Toto’s cover of Weezer’s “Hash Pipe” and getting the exclusive interview with […]

Musicians

REVIEW: Kurt Stifle and the Swing Shift Paint Life Lessons with ‘Pilgrims’ Guide’

July 30, 2018 News Comments Off on REVIEW: Kurt Stifle and the Swing Shift Paint Life Lessons with ‘Pilgrims’ Guide’

By DONNA BALANCIA Kurt Stifle and the Swing Shift prove storytelling is not a lost art with the LP, The Pilgrims’ Guide to the River of Salvation, a “record” in the truest sense. Where is this […]

New Music

The Growlers Drop Video for ‘Problems III’ off New LP ‘Casual Acquaintances’

July 28, 2018 News Comments Off on The Growlers Drop Video for ‘Problems III’ off New LP ‘Casual Acquaintances’

By JOHN DALY On the eve of their annual Beach Goth fest, The Growlers have released a new album, Casual Acquaintances, and a video for the lead single “Problems III.” The Costa Mesa-based band just […]

Rivers Cuomo performs at The Hi Hat in LA on a rainy day - Photo © 2018 Donna Balancia
Musicians

On Eve of 40th Anniversary Tour, Will Toto Cover a Weezer Tune?

July 27, 2018 News 1

READ THE LATEST UPDATE HERE  FRIDAY 5 p.m. UPDATE: Toto dropped World Premiere cover of “Hash Pipe” by Weezer exclusively for KROQ-FM  Today Toto told DJ Ted Stryker they listened to the Weezer songs and […]

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 […]

Live Reviews

‘Professor’ Thomas Dolby Kicks off Summer Tour Tonight at Largo at the Coronet

July 25, 2018 News Comments Off on ‘Professor’ Thomas Dolby Kicks off Summer Tour Tonight at Largo at the Coronet

By JOHN DALY Thomas Dolby is taking a break from academia for a short summer tour with a stop tonight, Wednesday, July 25, at the Largo at the Coronet. Dolby, the renowned musician and director, […]

By DONNA BALANCIA

Top Musicians Join Chip Kinman on New Recording of The Dils’ ‘It’s Not Worth It’

July 22, 2018 News Comments Off on Top Musicians Join Chip Kinman on New Recording of The Dils’ ‘It’s Not Worth It’

By DONNA BALANCIA Chip Kinman is heading to Vancouver to record The Dils 1979 song “It’s Not Worth It,” with original drummer William Chobotar and Mary Celeste from the Canadian punk band the Modernettes. The […]

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New Music

Where is Punk’s Johnny Rotten? On Tour with New Music and Doc

July 13, 2018 News Comments Off on Where is Punk’s Johnny Rotten? On Tour with New Music and Doc

By DONNA BALANCIA Where is Johnny Rotten? On tour with new music and a documentary. Known in real life as John Lydon, the (arguably) most famous punk is bringing Public Image Ltd. to the El […]

New Music

Watch Tom Petty Video for New Single ‘Keep A Little Soul’

July 12, 2018 News 1

By JOHN DALY Check out the video for newly released Tom Petty single, called “Keep A Little Soul.” The new song is the first of many previously unreleased songs on the new deluxe boxed set […]

New Music

Con Brio Drops ‘United State of Mind’ for Holiday Weekend

July 6, 2018 News Comments Off on Con Brio Drops ‘United State of Mind’ for Holiday Weekend

By JOHN DALY Con Brio has released the new single “United State of Mind” just in time for the 4th of July weekend. “United State of Mind” is off the new album Explorer, out today, […]

New Music

Record Review: Good Field’s ‘Surface Tension’ Impresses with Diverse Sound

July 3, 2018 News Comments Off on Record Review: Good Field’s ‘Surface Tension’ Impresses with Diverse Sound

By DONNA BALANCIA Good Field has scored another winner with the album Surface Tension, a beautiful work that incorporates diverse sounds from different eras to elicit tremendous emotional response. The Austin-based outfit has mastered a […]

Gabriel's new EP is 'Love Lives Here' - Photo courtesy of Gabriel
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Gabriel Casts Bright Light on Dark Days with New EP ‘Love Lives Here’

July 2, 2018 News Comments Off on Gabriel Casts Bright Light on Dark Days with New EP ‘Love Lives Here’

By DAN MACINTOSH Gabriel Johns, who goes by just Gabriel, sings from the heart throughout his six-song EP Love Lives Here. The project opens with “Another Night,” a song simply celebrating survival. Over a stripped-down […]

Malakai Cabrera and Fingazz Stary start EFG
New Music

New Label, Elite Frequency Group, Celebrated with Party at W Hollywood

June 28, 2018 News Comments Off on New Label, Elite Frequency Group, Celebrated with Party at W Hollywood

By JOHN DALY Producer, director, actor and musician Daniel “Malakai” Cabrera and producer-artist John “Fingazz” Stary have announced the formation of Elite Frequency Group (EFG), a boutique music label focused on developing new talent. “EFG […]

Iggy Pop at Desert Daze - Photo © 2017 Donna Balancia
Musicians

Iggy Pop Drops ‘I’ll See Big,’ Announces New EP with Underworld

June 22, 2018 News Comments Off on Iggy Pop Drops ‘I’ll See Big,’ Announces New EP with Underworld

By JOHN DALY Iggy Pop takes a look at friendship in “I’ll See Big,” another musical collaboration with synth duo Underworld. Iggy and Underworld will drop a new EP Teatime Dub Encounters on July 27, via Caroline […]

Musicians

Gorillaz Drop Single ‘Hollywood’ Feat. Snoop Dogg and Jamie Principle

June 21, 2018 News Comments Off on Gorillaz Drop Single ‘Hollywood’ Feat. Snoop Dogg and Jamie Principle

By JOHN DALY Gorillaz have dropped the single “Hollywood,” featuring Snoop Dogg and Jamie Principle. The track is off Gorillaz’ new studio album The Now Now, to be released June 29 on Warner Bros. Records. Listen […]

Trevor McShane Eloise video - Photo courtesy Trevor McShane
Musicians

PREMIERE: Trevor McShane Seizes Chance for Love in Single ‘Eloise’

June 20, 2018 News Comments Off on PREMIERE: Trevor McShane Seizes Chance for Love in Single ‘Eloise’

By DONNA BALANCIA Trevor McShane has released a new video for the single “Eloise,” off his upcoming album Boom Boom. “Eloise” is one of McShane’s best to date. The pop-style track has a catchy beat, […]

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New Music

Slash Ft. Myles Kennedy and Conspirators Launch ‘Living The Dream’ Tour at Whisky

June 19, 2018 News Comments Off on Slash Ft. Myles Kennedy and Conspirators Launch ‘Living The Dream’ Tour at Whisky

By JOHN DALY Slash Featuring Myles Kennedy and the Conspirators will release their new album Living The Dream on Sept. 21 and will kick off their U.S. Tour Sept. 13 at the Whisky A-Go-Go in […]

Death Grips - Photo courtesy Mcbcharles
New Music

Death Grips Shares Two More Songs Off ‘Year of the Snitch’

June 19, 2018 News Comments Off on Death Grips Shares Two More Songs Off ‘Year of the Snitch’

By JOHN DALY Death Grips shared two more new songs off their upcoming album, Year of the Snitch. The first song is “Shitshow,” the video for which was pulled off YouTube for “sexually provocative content.” […]

New Music

Paul McCartney to Release New Songs, ‘I Don’t Know,’ ‘Come On To Me’

June 19, 2018 News 1

By DONNA BALANCIA Legendary Paul McCartney will release a double A-side single “I Don’t Know” and “Come On To Me,” on Wednesday, it was announced. CHECK OUT THE NEW SONGS HERE The “single,” comprised of […]

Dave Wakeling found the 'Mirror In The Bathroom' - Photo courtesy of The English Beat
Musicians

Dave Wakeling and English Beat Drop Joyful New Album ‘Here We Go Love’

June 14, 2018 News 1

By DAN MACINTOSH The English Beat featuring Dave Wakeling is back with its fourth album, and first full-length since 1982, called Here We Go Love. Over such a long time span many lesser bands have […]

Keith Richards finds New things in Satisfaction
New Music

Keith Richards: Rolling Stones Hit ‘Satisfaction’ Could Have Been Different

June 13, 2018 News Comments Off on Keith Richards: Rolling Stones Hit ‘Satisfaction’ Could Have Been Different

By DONNA BALANCIA Keith Richards says he’s still discovering new ways to make the old Rolling Stones songs interesting. “Every time I play ‘Satisfaction,’ I find a new little thing going on (inaudible) ‘I should […]

Johnny Marr plays two sold-out nights at Teragram - Photo by Phil King
concerts

Johnny Marr to Play Two Sold-Out Shows at Teragram to Support ‘Call The Comet’

June 5, 2018 News Comments Off on Johnny Marr to Play Two Sold-Out Shows at Teragram to Support ‘Call The Comet’

By DONNA BALANCIA Johnny Marr will support his brand new album Call The Comet, with two sold-out shows at Teragram Ballroom tonight and tomorrow, and with a fall tour. Call The Comet was recorded with […]

concerts

Gorillaz Team with Jack Black on Venice Boardwalk Video ‘Humility’

June 1, 2018 News 1

Virtual Band to Play Demon Dayz Fest in LA By DONNA BALANCIA Jack Black hits the Venice Beach Boardwalk in the new Gorillaz video “Humility,” a jazzy track off the upcoming album The Now Now. […]

Musicians

Father John Misty: ‘End of World’ Songs a Result of his Christian Upbringing

May 31, 2018 News Comments Off on Father John Misty: ‘End of World’ Songs a Result of his Christian Upbringing

By DONNA BALANCIA Josh Tillman, AKA Father John Misty takes a claymation adventure in the new video for his song, “Please Don’t Die” off the new album God’s Favorite Customer, due tomorrow. In the video directed […]

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