Red Fang: Beer.

Red Fang Whales and Leeches Relapse October 15, 2013 Fut for some reason, I love stoner rock, beer rock, whatever you want to call alcohol-fueled break shit over your head loud rock ... Continue Reading →

Outside Lands 2013 – Maybe I’m Amazed

If you are accustomed to the dry heat of Coachella, the cooler, moister environment of Outside Lands offers a nice contrast. Here are a few observations from a veteran Coachella fan ... Continue Reading →

Ghost in the Machine – TV Ghost return with “Disconnect”

Photo Credit: Greg the Mayor Band: TV Ghost Album: Disconnect Release Date: September 3 Label: In the Red While this isn’t typically my style, I thought I’d venture out into ... Continue Reading →

Chris Isaak at a Crossroads

Chris Isaak has accomplished quite a bit since his debut album in 1985. He has released 15 albums, including the requisite live, best of and Christmas albums. His latest release is ... Continue Reading →

Pink Martini – Hollywood Bowl

July 20, 2013 The eclectic sounds of Pink Martini have resulted in a following sufficient to fill the Hollywood Bowl for three nights. Accompanied by the Los Angeles Philharmonic, Pink ... Continue Reading →

Chris Isaak – Humphreys by the Bay – PREVIEW

There are a handful of artists whose live music is as enjoyable as their between song patter. Isaak is at the top of the list, closely followed by Lyle Lovett, David Byrne and the late ... Continue Reading →

YES – Humphreys by the Bay (July 14, 2013)

The band that has always been the poster child for progressive rock is probably the longest lasting band, still touring to rapturous audiences. Releasing their first album right before ... Continue Reading →

Coachella 2013

Although much ink [digital and otherwise] understandably has been spilled about Coachella 2013, here are a few observations from my fifth visit to the musical smorgasbord in the desert. –         ... Continue Reading →