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Pond Arrives for North American ‘Terrestrials’ Tour, Makes Statement with ‘Skywords’ Vid

June 21, 2026 News Comments Off on Pond Arrives for North American ‘Terrestrials’ Tour, Makes Statement with ‘Skywords’ Vid

Outstanding Australian band Pond has released the new album “Terrestrials” along with a feature track + video. The record is released via the band’s newly coined imprint Mangovision via Secretly Distribution. To promote the record, […]

AJ Croce at Rams Head On Stage - All photos © 2025 Donna Balancia
Live Reviews

A.J. Croce Adds 19 Dates to ‘Croce Plays Croce’ Tour that Honors his Father Jim Croce

February 25, 2026 News Comments Off on A.J. Croce Adds 19 Dates to ‘Croce Plays Croce’ Tour that Honors his Father Jim Croce

All photos by DONNA BALANCIA ANNAPOLIS – Singer-songwriter A.J. Croce is taking his Croce Plays Croce Tour across the country, and has added 19 North American dates for this fall. The first leg of the […]

Bob Weir is on tour with 'Blue Mountain' album - Photo © 2016 Donna Balancia
By DONNA BALANCIA

Bob Weir, Co-Founder of The Grateful Dead, Passes Away Following Cancer Battle

January 11, 2026 News Comments Off on Bob Weir, Co-Founder of The Grateful Dead, Passes Away Following Cancer Battle

Bob Weir, co-founder of the Grateful Dead, one of America’s most unique and beloved musical groups, has passed away at 78, his family announced. Weir was diagnosed with cancer last July, bravely fought the disease, […]

Todd Rundgren at Roxy - Photo © 2015 Donna Balancia
By DONNA BALANCIA

Wizardry of Todd Rundgren Takes Spotlight of Innovative ‘Global’ Tour

June 6, 2015 News 4

By DONNA BALANCIA – The saying “The Show Must Go On,” has never had truer meaning than it does today for Todd Rundgren. With the Global tour, Rundgren has returned to his roots.  He’s energetic, […]

Bonnie Raitt - Photo © 2015 Donna Balancia
By DONNA BALANCIA

Bonnie Raitt, Leon Russell and Friends Celebrate Marty Grebb at Canyon Club

May 30, 2015 News Comments Off on Bonnie Raitt, Leon Russell and Friends Celebrate Marty Grebb at Canyon Club

Musicians, Fans, Raise Money for Marty Grebb to Continue His Battle Against Cancer Story and Photos © DONNA BALANCIA Who says Rock ‘n Roll doesn’t have a heart? Bonnie Raitt, Leon Russell, Ivan Neville and […]

Mike Love at The Mint Photo © 2015 Donna Balancia
By DONNA BALANCIA

Mike Love, Schuyler Fisk, Sam Marcey Talk Story With Crowd at The Mint

May 23, 2015 News Comments Off on Mike Love, Schuyler Fisk, Sam Marcey Talk Story With Crowd at The Mint

By DONNA BALANCIA — It was a night of soulful music from the heart at The Mint, as Schuyler Fisk, Sam Marcey and headliner Mike Love brought their music and their stories to Los Angeles. […]

Gwen Stefani - Photo © 2015 Donna Balancia
By DONNA BALANCIA

No Doubt, Metallica, Help Save The Day for Rock In Rio USA

May 10, 2015 News 1

Weak Attendance, High Prices Mark Inaugural Rock In Rio Fest Photos and story © Donna Balancia – LAS VEGAS – Gwen Stefani and No Doubt overcame a chilly reception from 30,000 attendees to open the […]

Joe Arthur and Louise Goffin - Photo © 2015 Donna Balancia
By DONNA BALANCIA

Louise Goffin Reaches Performance Pinnacle at McCabe’s Guitar Shop

May 1, 2015 News Comments Off on Louise Goffin Reaches Performance Pinnacle at McCabe’s Guitar Shop

Musician Louise Goffin is like a work of modern art.  There is structure and form, but it is only when you look closely can you understand all the nuances. From up on the tiny, crowded […]

The Dead Milkmen - photo © 2015 Donna Balancia
By DONNA BALANCIA

The Dead Milkmen: Definitely Not ‘Mellow’ at The Troubadour

April 27, 2015 News Comments Off on The Dead Milkmen: Definitely Not ‘Mellow’ at The Troubadour

It’s amazing what happens with the passage of time. People get a bit slower, a little wiser and mellow. Well none of that was true at the Dead Milkmen show at The Troubadour Saturday night. […]

Dead Milkmen © 2015 Heather Harris
By DONNA BALANCIA

The Dead Milkmen Speak – Q and A Interview with Dean Clean Sabatino

April 17, 2015 News 1

Featured photo © Heather Harris. DEAN SABATINO of The Dead Milkmen Q and A with DONNA BALANCIA, Editor of CaliforniaRocker.com DB: What have you learned over the years? DS: Relax and have fun. DB: What is […]

Kim Gordon - photo by Donna Balancia
By DONNA BALANCIA

Photos: Kim Gordon’s Body/Head Getty Show: Evocative With No Middle Ground

February 2, 2015 News Comments Off on Photos: Kim Gordon’s Body/Head Getty Show: Evocative With No Middle Ground

By DONNA BALANCIA — Kim Gordon launched free Saturday Nights at the Getty Museum in Kim Gordon style.  And the work of Gordon and her partner in Body/Head was welcomed by a mixed audience of […]

The New Basement Tapes perform Card Shark - photo by Donna Balancia
By DONNA BALANCIA

The New Basement Tapes with Elvis Costello invite Johnny Depp for ‘One Night Only’ Show

November 14, 2014 News Comments Off on The New Basement Tapes with Elvis Costello invite Johnny Depp for ‘One Night Only’ Show

Depp and Haim Join ‘Superband’ Photos and video by DONNA BALANCIA — LOS ANGELES – The New Basement Tapes proved work and friendship can indeed mix, performing a “one and only” show that knocked the […]

Martha Davis and The Motels
By DONNA BALANCIA

Interview with Martha Davis and The Motels at The Mint in Los Angeles

October 12, 2014 News Comments Off on Interview with Martha Davis and The Motels at The Mint in Los Angeles

Honesty in the Music is Martha Davis’ Trademark By DONNA BALANCIA in Los Angeles — Martha Davis of The Motels said while the 1980s were fun, she works hard to create new music today and […]

By DONNA BALANCIA

Music is Medicine for Dick Dale, ‘King of the Surf Guitar’

March 3, 2014 News Comments Off on Music is Medicine for Dick Dale, ‘King of the Surf Guitar’

By DONNA BALANCIA — SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO — For The King of the Surf Guitar, music is themedicine. “I have to perform to stay alive,” said Dick Dale, whose trademark surf sound defined a generation […]

The Original Wailers - Donna Balancia
By DONNA BALANCIA

The Original Wailers Bring Delight to Reggae Fans at Milliken’s Reef

May 28, 2013 News Comments Off on The Original Wailers Bring Delight to Reggae Fans at Milliken’s Reef

By DONNA BALANCIA – The Original Wailers are still cranking out the reggae and continue in Bob Marley style. The Original Wailers put on a lively show the other night and will likely continue to satisfy […]

Classic US Rocker Reviews

  • Them Guns Hit Bullseye with Attaloss, What-A-Funk, at Hollywood’s Viper Room
    July 12, 2015 Comments Off on Them Guns Hit Bullseye with Attaloss, What-A-Funk, at Hollywood’s Viper Room
  • Mark and Sarah Hudson, Soul Asylum’s Dave Pirner, Butch Walker, and The Hooters, Jam at ASCAP
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    Review: Weezer Album ‘OK Human’ Strings Us Along with New Classical Sound
    February 7, 2021 Comments Off on Review: Weezer Album ‘OK Human’ Strings Us Along with New Classical Sound
  • Few Hitches as Ever-Gorgeous Diana Ross Opens Hollywood Bowl Season
    June 18, 2018 Comments Off on Few Hitches as Ever-Gorgeous Diana Ross Opens Hollywood Bowl Season
  • Yo Yo Ma - Photo © 2016 Craig Hammons
    Hammons Reviews: Yo Yo Ma and Friends Show at Hollywood Bowl Brings Music Worlds Together
    August 27, 2016 Comments Off on Hammons Reviews: Yo Yo Ma and Friends Show at Hollywood Bowl Brings Music Worlds Together

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Reviews

  • The Cab make a kickin' return to the stage - All photos by Notes From Vivace
    The Cab Drive with Gratitude in Promoting New Album with First Tour in More than 10 Years
    June 3, 2026 Comments Off on The Cab Drive with Gratitude in Promoting New Album with First Tour in More than 10 Years
  • Keyboardist David Rosenthal to Keynote Billy Joel Symposium on Long Island June 6-7
    May 27, 2026 Comments Off on Keyboardist David Rosenthal to Keynote Billy Joel Symposium on Long Island June 6-7
  • 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

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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

  • 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
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    People’s Blues of Richmond To Play LA Tuesday + Two Tens and Coo Coo Birds
    September 19, 2016 Comments Off on People’s Blues of Richmond To Play LA Tuesday + Two Tens and Coo Coo Birds
  • The Big Ol’ Nasty Getdown with Angelo Moore Drop Funky Track, ‘When the Juice Ran Out’
    August 11, 2025 Comments Off on The Big Ol’ Nasty Getdown with Angelo Moore Drop Funky Track, ‘When the Juice Ran Out’
  • 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
  • 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
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    Nova Twins, Pleasure Pill and Milly Impress at Zebulon – Photos and Review
    July 28, 2025 Comments Off on Nova Twins, Pleasure Pill and Milly Impress at Zebulon – Photos and Review
  • Jamie Hince Morrison Hotel Gallery
    Photographs by Jamie Hince on Display at Morrison Hotel Gallery LA
    October 30, 2014 Comments Off on Photographs by Jamie Hince on Display at Morrison Hotel Gallery LA




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