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Bruce Duff, Brian Perera from Cleopatra, Thor, Henry Rollins, Betsy Bitch, Frank Meyer, Paul Roessler at Kitten Robot Studios - Photo by Jason Valdez
Concert Advances

‘I Am Thor’ To Screen at Whisky A Go Go With Live Performance by Thor, Locals and Luminaries Alike

November 9, 2015 News Comments Off on ‘I Am Thor’ To Screen at Whisky A Go Go With Live Performance by Thor, Locals and Luminaries Alike

By DONNA BALANCIA – “I used to be a serious bodybuilder, I’m a serious rock n roller right now.” And with those words, so began the downward — and then upward — spiral of one […]

Musicians

Keith Richards Had Final Cut on ‘Under The Influence’ Movie; Tom Waits Brought Notes, Director Says

October 31, 2015 News Comments Off on Keith Richards Had Final Cut on ‘Under The Influence’ Movie; Tom Waits Brought Notes, Director Says

By DONNA BALANCIA — Keith Richards “cackled” when he first saw the documentary Under The Influence, and exerted his right to approval of the film’s final cut, director Morgan Neville told an audience at the […]

The Dave Schultz All-Star Jam - Photo © 2015 Donna Balancia
Gigs and Photos

The Dave Schulz All-Star Jam Brings Rock and Roll Thursday to New Venue Mrs. Fish in Downtown LA

October 20, 2015 News Comments Off on The Dave Schulz All-Star Jam Brings Rock and Roll Thursday to New Venue Mrs. Fish in Downtown LA

By DONNA BALANCIA – Thursday nights won’t be the same in Downtown LA as The Dave Schulz All-Star Jam brings a rockin’ new show to Mrs. Fish. Schulz’ All-Star Jam plays a great range of dance […]

Jesse Nolan, Tim and Rooney's Rob Schwartzman - Photo © 2015 Donna Balancia
In The Biz

Engage With Audience Say Jesse Nolan, Tim Wheeler and Rob Schwartzman

October 14, 2015 News Comments Off on Engage With Audience Say Jesse Nolan, Tim Wheeler and Rob Schwartzman

Rockers Talk Audience Engagement During Panel By DONNA BALANCIA – New collaborations, keeping supporters engaged, and performing as much as possible are crucial to the success of young bands today, a panel of rockers advised […]

Ithaca - Photo © 2015 Donna Balancia
Causes

L.A. Guns — And Rock’s Young Guns — Play for Fair Pay at Whisky a Go Go

August 11, 2015 News 2

L.A. Guns Among Bands That Rally for Radio Royalties By DONNA BALANCIA — L.A. Guns and a range of bands performed at the Whisky a Go Go Friday night to support the Fair Play Fair […]

California Rocker's coverage of The New Basement Tapes earned the young digital publication an LA Press Club nomination - Photo © 2015 Donna Balancia
Awards

California Rocker Nabs Second ‘Best Blog’ Nom from LA Press Club

August 8, 2015 News Comments Off on California Rocker Nabs Second ‘Best Blog’ Nom from LA Press Club

California Rocker’s Coverage of ‘New Basement Tapes: One Night’ Only Earns Blog a Finalist Spot California Rocker has been nominated in the Best Individual Blog category for its coverage of The New Basement Tapes: One […]

California Rocker Award by Donna Balancia
Awards

California Rocker Nominated for Best Entertainment Blog

November 8, 2014 News Comments Off on California Rocker Nominated for Best Entertainment Blog

LA Press Club Tabs California Rocker Mag Among Tops LOS ANGELES — California Rocker, the West Coast-based sister publication of East Coast Rocker, has been nominated for Best Entertainment Blog by the Los Angeles Press […]

Lake Street Dive's Rachel Price has a voice that sets the standard - Photo © 2018 Donna Balancia
East Coast Rocker®

Lake Street Dive and The Congress Pack the House at The Hotel Cafe

March 22, 2014 News Comments Off on Lake Street Dive and The Congress Pack the House at The Hotel Cafe

By BOB BUSBY LOS ANGELES – On a recent memorable evening Lake Street Dive, the jazz foundation-turned-R&B Pop quintet, led by power siren Rachael Price, delivered a fabulous smile-inducing performance to a sold out audience […]

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Classic US Rocker Reviews

  • Corey Glover of Living Colour - Photo © 2015 Donna Balancia
    Living Colour Gives Wild Performance On Aerosmith’s U.S. Blue Army Tour
    August 13, 2015 Comments Off on Living Colour Gives Wild Performance On Aerosmith’s U.S. Blue Army Tour
  • Cowboys In The Campfire Rustle Up Sold-Out Crowd for Wild Honey Foundation Backyard Show
    November 13, 2017 Comments Off on Cowboys In The Campfire Rustle Up Sold-Out Crowd for Wild Honey Foundation Backyard Show
  • ‘Yacht Rock’ Sails with McDonald, Loggins and Cross at Hollywood Bowl
    July 18, 2018 Comments Off on ‘Yacht Rock’ Sails with McDonald, Loggins and Cross at Hollywood Bowl
  • Billy Bob Thornton and Boxmasters Kick Off Tour at The Mint
    July 15, 2018 Comments Off on Billy Bob Thornton and Boxmasters Kick Off Tour at The Mint
  • Paul McCartney Defies ‘Paul Is Dead’ Rumors at Dodger Stadium in Spectacular Tour Finale
    July 14, 2019 Comments Off on Paul McCartney Defies ‘Paul Is Dead’ Rumors at Dodger Stadium in Spectacular Tour Finale

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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

  • Hannah Cohen, Jesika Von Rabbit + Electric Children, Nova Twins Drop Tracks
    January 24, 2025 Comments Off on Hannah Cohen, Jesika Von Rabbit + Electric Children, Nova Twins Drop Tracks
  • Dead Milkmen © 2015 Heather Harris
    The Dead Milkmen Speak – Q and A Interview with Dean Clean Sabatino
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  • Buffalo Tom Celebrates Album ‘Jump Rope’ with Front-Row Rushing Fans in Los Angeles
    August 21, 2024 Comments Off on Buffalo Tom Celebrates Album ‘Jump Rope’ with Front-Row Rushing Fans in Los Angeles
  • Gogol Bordello - All photos by Donna Balancia
    Gogol Bordello Preps For Silver Screen Fame Touring New Movie ‘Scream Of My Blood’
    September 14, 2024 Comments Off on Gogol Bordello Preps For Silver Screen Fame Touring New Movie ‘Scream Of My Blood’
  • The Life and Music of Donny Hathaway Honored by Friends and Fans at The Orpheum in LA
    September 25, 2024 Comments Off on The Life and Music of Donny Hathaway Honored by Friends and Fans at The Orpheum in LA
  • Pearl Jam Wonders with Howard Stern About New Track ‘Waiting For Stevie’
    September 2, 2024 Comments Off on Pearl Jam Wonders with Howard Stern About New Track ‘Waiting For Stevie’
  • Lemmy courtesy of Gosta Hare
    Rock N Roll Mourns Lemmy; Says in 1985 Video: ‘When We First Started, We Were Put in the Punks’ Rack’
    December 28, 2015 Comments Off on Rock N Roll Mourns Lemmy; Says in 1985 Video: ‘When We First Started, We Were Put in the Punks’ Rack’




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