Ian Anderson / Jethro Tull – Living in the Past and the Digital Future

Jethro Tull is one of the poster child bands for 1970s progressive rock.  Although leader Ian Anderson took his share of slings and arrows over the years, his concert grosses probably ... Continue Reading →

David Byrne and St. Vincent: new album and tour collaboration “Love This Giant”

David Bryne has become a bit of an éminence grise in various fields.  He published a book called Bicycle Diaries a few years ago and undertook a series of steps to encourage urban ... Continue Reading →

Nick Lowe

One of the gems of British music is making an all too swift solo acoustic tour of the colonies. I caught up with Nick Lowe during the London Olympics, and he admitted he was one of ... Continue Reading →

Norah Jones – Copley Symphony Hall, San Diego

The very elegant venue was filled with well-coiffed couples ready for an evening of pleasant music.  More than several were undoubtedly jolted at the ambitious sonic textures Jones ... Continue Reading →

Singing sensation Emil has “Since You Left” on the charts

There’s an emerging singing sensation who goes simply by the name Emil. He is a talented teen who can be compared to artists as varied as the super-hot Justin Bieber, Glee‘s ... Continue Reading →
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Elizaveta Interview @ Roseland Theater, Porland OR

Elizaveta Roseland Theater, Portland Oregon When I saw the press release for Elizaveta, I was instantly drawn to the fact that she was touring with James and Thomas Dolby. Out of half-morbid ... Continue Reading →
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New on the California Music Scene, Connie Lim

New on the California Music Scene, Connie Lim Charismatic Connie Lim Has Hot “Retrotonic” Sound Hey music lovers, there’s something special about the charismatic Connie Lim. ... Continue Reading →

Chilly Gonzales at Café Largo

Chilly Gonzales at Café Largo   His name is Chilly Gonzalez (nee’ Jason Beck). He comes out on stage dressed in a robe and slippers, looking like a mechanic from the ... Continue Reading →