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John Doe of X and Tom DeSavia Talk Punk's Impact at Largo Wednesday; New Book Out Today

#JohnDoe of #X and Tom DeSavia Talk Punk's Impact at #Largo Wednesday; New Book Out Today

By DONNA BALANCIA

John Doe of X and writer Tom DeSavia will take the stage at The Largo Wednesday night to discuss their new book “More Fun In The New World: The Unmaking and Legacy of L.A. Punk.” 

The book is out today. The duo’s event at the Grammy Museum tonight is sold out.

DeSavia and Doe, who will also be seen on the big screen in a remake of the noir thriller “DOA,” will be joined on…

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'Hot Off The Presses' Music: Paul McCartney, Bob Marley, Tov Lo, Elton John Release New Records

Hot Off The Presses: #PaulMcCartney, Bob Marley, Tov Lo, Others Release New Music

By DONNA BALANCIA

Musicians ranging from Paul McCartney to popular Swedish songwriter Tov Lo are releasing new music in time for summer break. For vinyl collectors, McCartney, Elton John and the late Bob Marley have special editions of some of their most well-loved music on the way.  

Paul McCartney to Release Four Albums from 1975-1976

Paul McCartney has confirmed updated releases of four albums…

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Photos: Jagwar Twin Brings a Dramatic Flair and 'Shine' to the Music

Photos: #JagwarTwin Brings Dramatic Flair and 'Shine' to the Music

Photos By A. ROOD PHOTO, Review By JOHN DALY

Jagwar Twin has a diverse sound, ranging from rap to rock and almost everything in between. 

Musician Roy English impressed the crowd recently with an often dramatic and entertaining performance of his music, which, like the rerelease of his 2018 album Subject To Flooding, runs the gamut. It’s rare treat to see a performer draw from such a varied…

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Craig Hammons Review: Hollywood Vampires Pay Tribute to The Rocking Dead in Indio

#CraigHammons Review: #HollywoodVampires Pay Tribute to The Rocking Dead in Indio

Photos and Review by CRAIG HAMMONS

The supergroup Hollywood Vampires featuring Alice Cooper, Joe Perry and Johnny Depp finished up their 7-date tour in support of their magnificent new album Rise out on June 21st on earMUSIC.  

These veterans of musical mayhem got together in 2015 to honor their rock and roll brothers who died from excess in the 70’s.  Alice being the last man standing has been…

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Watch Katy Perry Romp to Retro Pop Near Her Malibu Home with 'Never Really Over'

Watch #KatyPerry Romp to Retro Pop Near Her Malibu Home with 'Never Really Over'

By DONNA BALANCIA

Katy Perry takes to the hills of Malibu with unbridled hippie pop passion with her first new solo music since 2017, a single “Never Really Over.”

In the retro orange-and-sky blue colored musical video, Perry laments stylishly with a pack of pals dancing in the fields. The song seems to hold out hope that she will get back together with the person who broke up with her, but…

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LP Brings Audience to its Knees in Wrapping Euro Leg of 'Heart to Mouth' Tour

#LP Brings Audience to its Knees in Wrapping Euro Leg of Heart to Mouth Tour

Words By CAZZ BLASE, Photos by MELANIE SMITH

MANCHESTER UK – The crowd had been screaming for Laura Pergolizzi (LP) for a good fifteen minutes or more before she finally stepped out onto the stage.

It’s a low-key entrance for such a high octane performer: There are no fireworks, no epilepsy inducing light shows, just an ordinary seeming woman, nonchalantly strolling out onto the stage at…

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Punk Rock Bowling Brings Out Two Stages' Worth of Vintage and New Music to DT Las Vegas

#PunkRockBowling Brings Out Two Stages' Worth of Vintage and New Music to DT Las Vegas

By DONNA BALANCIA

Punk Rock Bowling gives fans a chance to see all their favorite bands in one place. It’s not every day festival-starved punk fans can see all the most beloved players on the scene. Especially in such a debauciarous 

There is no doubt as evidenced by the great new bands coming up, that punk is very much still alive.

Coathangers – Photo by Donna Balancia

The annual 3-day showof…

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Today Celebrated as 'The Specials Day' in LA, Following Punk Rock Bowling Success

Today Celebrated as #TheSpecials Day' in LA City Hall Ceremony Following Punk Rock Bowling

  By DONNA BALANCIA   The Specials get a day in their name to celebrate the UK ska band’s message of inclusivity through music. May 29 will officially be known as “The Specials Day” in Los Angeles. A ceremony will be held at City Hall today at 10 a.m.   Fresh off a blowout headlining performance at Punk Rock Bowling in Las Vegas, the British ska 2 Tones head to downtown Los Angeles to be honored…

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Evan Dando Brings the Juice to The Lemonheads Show at LA's Teragram Ballroom

#EvanDando Brings the Juice to the #Lemonheads show at #TeragramBallroom

By DAN MACINTOSH

Evan Dando, under the name The Lemonheads, performed a fully satisfying concert the other night at The Teragram Ballroom filling it with (mostly) all your favorite band songs, as well as a few noteworthy cover selections. Had Dando achieved popularity in today’s social media-saturated age, he and his issues with drugs would have been the subject of perhaps career-crippling gossip…

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California Bands Stitches, Weirdos and The Dils Kick Off Punk Rock Bowling in Las Vegas

#Stitches #Weirdos and #Dils Kick Off Punk Rock Bowling Weekend in Las Vegas

By DONNA BALANCIA

The Stitches, The Weirdos and The Dils rocked Backstage Bar as punk rockers from all over the world arrived in downtown Las Vegas Friday for the annual Punk Rock Bowling festival. 

The Punk Rock Bowling headliners this year are Rancid, Descendents and The Specials and this year the fest touts two stages and is sold out. But the real stories are going on behind the scenes as…

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Listen: Randy Travis Releases First Song in Six Years 'One In A Row'

#RandyTravis Releases First Song in Six Years: 'One In A Row'

By JOHN DALY

In the midst of promoting his memoir, Forever and Ever, Amen, Randy Travis gives fans a reason to celebrate with his first music release in six years. “One In A Row”,is a song about missing someone as much as the world has missed the Country Music Hall of Fame member’s one-of-a-kind baritone since a massive stroke in 2013 affected his ability to perform. The song, penned by Buddy…

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Sammy Hagar to Host High Tide Party and Car Show on Sept. 28-29 in Huntington Beach

#SammyHagar to Host High Tide Party and Car Show on Sept. 28-29 in Huntington Beach

By DAN MACINTOSH

Sammy Hagar is set to host his second High Tide Beach Party & Car Show on September 28 and 29 at Huntington Beach. It promises to be an appropriately representative tribute to Southern California beach culture.

Of course, it doesn’t get any ‘beach-ier’ than the Beach Boys right there on the shores of Surf City. However, there will also be a car show, for the car culture, a lot of…

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Review: Johnny Marr Live Performances Time and Again Prove His Mastery as Solo Musician

Review: #JohnnyMarr Live Performances Time and Again Prove His Mastery as Solo Musician

By DAN MACINTOSH

ANAHEIM, CA – Without guitarist Johnny Marr, the Smiths’ music would have been as inconsistent as Morrissey’s solo career. With him, though, they were one of the greatest modern alternative bands. Thus, a chance to see a primary architect for this incredible Manchester band made it a must-see event.

Marr, backed by a tight three-piece band, didn’t disappoint. His setlist…

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French Vanilla Gets Revenge on Obnoxious Ancients in Video for 'Suddenly'

#FrenchVanilla Gets Revenge on Obnoxious Ancients in Video for 'Suddenly'

By DONNA BALANCIA

French Vanilla is one of the hottest bands on the scene and the respected punkers have come a long way since we last caught them more than a year ago at The Smell in downtown LA.

The band releases their second full-lengther How Am I Not Myself?  on June 7.

The driving sax work of Daniel and aggressive vocals of frontwoman, Sally Spitz, make this band more than memorable.…

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Russian Circles Release New Album, 'Blood Year,' Announce North American Tour

#RussianCircles Release New Album, 'Blood Year,' Announce North American Tour

By JOHN DALY

Russian Circles has released the new album Blood Year and will hit the road, stopping at the Teragram Ballroom in Los Angeles on Sept. 21.

The trio from Chicago are known for their dynamic experimental sound, with music that volleys between raucous and bliss. 

Russian Circles went back into the studio with Kurt Ballou to record Blood Year, but this time they tracked it in Chicago…

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Duchi Da Vinchi Releases 'Basquiat,' an Ode to The Artist as Rock Star

#DuchiDaVinchi Releases 'Basquiat,' an Ode to The Artist as Rock Star

By JOHN DALY

Duchi Da Vinchi has released the single “Basquiat,” a modernized ode to life as a rock star, but that was probably the furthest thing from the mind of the famous artist after whom the song was named.

With “Basquiat,” musician Duchi Da Vinchi says his work suggests an attitude young people who feel lost in a world where they don’t fit in can adopt in order to cope.

Duchi Da Vinchi, is…

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Cardi B Joins Real Street Fest With A$AP Rocky, Big Sean in Anaheim Aug 10-11

#CardiB Joins #RealStreetFest With #A$APRocky, #BigSean in #Anaheim Aug 10-11

By DAN MACINTOSH

Real Street (Presented By Real 92.3) has announced the addition of Cardi B to its impressive lineup of top hip hop acts, including A$AP Rocky, Future, Migos, Meek Mill, Big Sean, Miguel, Rae Sremmurd, 2 Chainz, and more.

Taking place on Saturday, Aug. 10 and Sunday, Aug. 11 in Anaheim, CA, this massive event will see Honda Center transformed into a hip hop spectacular,…

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