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James Lee Stanley: ‘Alive At Last’ is an Album That Inspires and Feels Good

September 7, 2016 News Comments Off

Stanley Shapes Life Experiences Into Great Music By DONNA BALANCIA James Lee Stanley released a new live album called Alive at Last and it’s more than a live album. It’s a romantic comedy story of […]

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Freebo Chooses the Solo Route and Gets Support from Friends on His Journey

September 20, 2015 News Comments Off

By DONNA BALANCIA – Social media ain’t got nothing on Freebo, as the well-known musician celebrated the release of his new CD at McCabe’s Guitar Shop. The word “engagement” took on new meaning at an […]

Alice Cooper Guests on Phil Campbell’s New Track ‘Swing It,’ Watch Video Here

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The Strokes, Eddie Vedder and Red Hot Chili Peppers Get Set Times for Ohana Fest in Dana Point

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Rod Stewart Battled and Beat Cancer, Rocker to Release ‘You’re In My Heart’ Album in November

September 18, 2019 Comments Off on Rod Stewart Battled and Beat Cancer, Rocker to Release ‘You’re In My Heart’ Album in November
KAABOO 2019 Wrap-Up: Sheryl Crow, Duran Duran and Fest Moves to Petco Park Next Year

September 17, 2019 Comments Off on KAABOO 2019 Wrap-Up: Sheryl Crow, Duran Duran and Fest Moves to Petco Park Next Year
Alicia Keys Buys ‘Razor House’ in La Jolla for a Cool $20.8 Million

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RIP Ric Ocasek; The Unlikely Frontman Who Defined New Wave with ‘The Cars’ Dies from Heart Disease at 75

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Iron Maiden, Fozzy and Raven Age Take Over at Banc of California Stadium

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Interview: Blind Melon Drops New Single, ‘Way Down And Far Below’

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KAABOO Day 1: Wu-Tang Clan, Snoop and Little Steven Steal Fans’ Hearts in Del Mar

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Tove Lo and Kylie Minogue Team Up on Defiant Dance Track, ‘Really don’t like u’

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Interview: Artisanals Ready to Bring their Brand of Rock N Roll to KAABOO Fest

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WATCH: Green Day, Weezer and Fall Out Boy Tune up for Hella Mega Tour at Whisky A Go-Go

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Bob Dylan Crafts U.S. Fall Tour Kicking Off in Irvine, Santa Barbara and Palo Alto

September 10, 2019 Comments Off on Bob Dylan Crafts U.S. Fall Tour Kicking Off in Irvine, Santa Barbara and Palo Alto
Photos: SUNN O))) And Its Unique Sound Descends on The Mayan in Los Angeles

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Sylvia Borgo Interviews The Gooms: They Live for Live Shows, Prep for KAABOO in San Diego

September 9, 2019 Comments Off on Sylvia Borgo Interviews The Gooms: They Live for Live Shows, Prep for KAABOO in San Diego
Barry Manilow and Los Angeles Philharmonic Feature Nostalgia at Hollywood Bowl

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Howard Stern to Commemorate Opening of SiriusXM Hollywood

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Wayne Kramer, Moby and Benmont Tench to Perform at Rock Out! 5 at Ford Theatres Sept. 28

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Watch Elizabeth Fraser of Cocteau Twins Join Massive Attack at Hollywood Palladium

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Interview: Rock Queen Suzi Quatro Gives Lorraine Cattell the Scoop on ‘No Control’

September 3, 2019 Comments Off on Interview: Rock Queen Suzi Quatro Gives Lorraine Cattell the Scoop on ‘No Control’
Pasadena Daydream Reality: The Cure is a Truly Great Rock Band

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Photos: The Cure Makes Memories at Pasadena Daydream

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Photos: Bacon Brothers Return to California to Play KAABOO in San Diego Sept. 13-15

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WATCH: Buckcherry Films Latest Video, ‘Radio Song’ in Downtown Las Vegas

August 29, 2019 Comments Off on WATCH: Buckcherry Films Latest Video, ‘Radio Song’ in Downtown Las Vegas
Gary Clark Jr. Kicks Off Austin City Limits Season 45; Stream Black Pumas Tonight

August 28, 2019 Comments Off on Gary Clark Jr. Kicks Off Austin City Limits Season 45; Stream Black Pumas Tonight
Interview: Tim Foreman and Switchfoot Prepping for KAABOO in San Diego

August 27, 2019 Comments Off on Interview: Tim Foreman and Switchfoot Prepping for KAABOO in San Diego
Dan MacIntosh Review: ZZ Top Celebrates 50th Anniversary with Help of Lynyrd Skynyrd and Cheap Trick

August 26, 2019 Comments Off on Dan MacIntosh Review: ZZ Top Celebrates 50th Anniversary with Help of Lynyrd Skynyrd and Cheap Trick
Interview: Michael Des Barres Redefines ‘Renaissance Man,’ Performs with New Band in DTLA Wednesday Night

August 25, 2019 Comments Off on Interview: Michael Des Barres Redefines ‘Renaissance Man,’ Performs with New Band in DTLA Wednesday Night
Billy Bacon Passes Away; San Diego Rockabilly Musician Gave More Than ‘Una Mas Cerveza’

August 24, 2019 Comments Off on Billy Bacon Passes Away; San Diego Rockabilly Musician Gave More Than ‘Una Mas Cerveza’
Photos: The Rolling Stones Return to The Rose Bowl in Pasadena

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Video: Robert Downey Jr. Introduces NASA’s ‘Rolling Stones Rock’ to Rose Bowl Crowd

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The Rolling Stones are Ready for The Rose Bowl in Pasadena, Are You?

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Indie Tuesdays: Adera Takes New Approach with Video for ‘Little Feather’

August 20, 2019 Comments Off on Indie Tuesdays: Adera Takes New Approach with Video for ‘Little Feather’
Watch Slash Ft. Myles Kennedy and The Conspirators New Video Clip ‘Shadow Life’

August 19, 2019 Comments Off on Watch Slash Ft. Myles Kennedy and The Conspirators New Video Clip ‘Shadow Life’
Review: George Thorogood and The Destroyers Build Excitement into SoCal Show

August 19, 2019 Comments Off on Review: George Thorogood and The Destroyers Build Excitement into SoCal Show