The Rolling Stones Rock and Roll Circus – Finally Released Theatrically
The long-gestating “Rock and Roll Circus” has finally been released theatrically. Shot in late December 1968, Mick Jagger took a page from The Beatles and decided a film could replace ... Continue Reading →
Farsighted: How We Make the Decisions That Matter the Most, by Steven Johnson (Riverhead Books)
Steven Johnson has written a trove of amazing and thought-provoking books. I first picked up one of his books to learn why Everything Bad is Good For You. I have been reading his subsequent ... Continue Reading →
KAABOO Unveils a Superb Lineup in Del Mar for September
The ocean breezes will still be warm, and for another three nights in Del Mar this September 13-15 attendees at the next KAABOO Del Mar will enjoy a range of artists. Even as you move ... Continue Reading →
Film Review – Show Me The Picture: The Story of Jim Marshall
We are in a golden age of music documentaries, quite possibly the platinum age. For the fan, this plethora of offerings is almost an embarrassment of riches.
Alfred George Bailey’s ... Continue Reading →
The Highwaymen – Costner and Harrelson on the Big Screen
This is a great film, the backdrop of which illustrates the transition from cowboys on horses to lawmen in cars, an era also described well in All the Pretty Horses.
The main plot point ... Continue Reading →
Stephen Marley Keeps Da Riddim Alive at Belly Up
The red, gold and green flag of Jamaica at the side of the stage ensured any novices knew whence came Stephen Marley. The 46 year old son of Bob and Rita Marley came to the Belly Up ... Continue Reading →
BeachLife Festival in Redondo Beach Presents a Dazzling and Eclectic Lineup…and Big Wave Awards
We are basking in the peak era of festivals. We have an unparalleled number of excellent festivals on offer. South of Los Angeles along the coast both Ohana Festival and KAABOO have ... Continue Reading →
The Joffrey Ballet – La Jolla Music Society
The venerable Joffrey Ballet filled the San Diego Civic Center in an eclectic and ultimately joyful performance presented by the La Jolla Music Society, as part of the Dance Series.
The ... Continue Reading →
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