Arroyo Seco Announces Impressive Sophomore Lineup
As we observe the shakeout from the recent years of “peak festivals,” various festivals have gone dark. Arroyo Seco last year had an impressive inaugural weekend which ... Continue Reading →
WAR at Greek Theatre – A Sort of Homecoming
WAR is a band that emanated from the streets of Long Beach, were improbably embraced by the British RnB pioneer Eric Burdon and continued through the decades to build an impressive ... Continue Reading →
Leroy “Lonnie” Jordan Talks About Nearly 50 Years of WAR’s Great Music
Bubbling up from the streets of Long Beach in 1969, a group of musicians coalesced into the band WAR. Joined initially, somewhat improbably but successfully by British belter Eric Burdon, ... Continue Reading →
Coachella 2018 – Big Coverage
Although it did not sell out as quickly as in past years, Coachella again confirmed its status as the most influential music festival in North America, perhaps in the world.
Greta Van ... Continue Reading →
Famous People Who’ve Met Me – A Memoir by the Man Who Discovered Prince
Owen Husney has written an engaging book about his journey from Minneapolis to Los Angeles and back. The many people he’s bumped into along the way include geniuses and scoundrels.
The ... Continue Reading →
David Byrne – American Utopia Concert – This Must Be The Place
I suspect David Byrne would not be averse to the sobriquet as the funkiest nerd musician. Based on his recent show in San Diego, he deserves the moniker.
Byrne has been pushing the ... Continue Reading →
Humphrey’s By The Bay – Another Sterling Schedule of Concerts
One of the best outdoor venues in Southern California announced its lineup of concerts. Humphrey’s By The Bay is known for its delightful setting on the San Diego Bay, its intimate ... Continue Reading →
John Storyk Describes How Designing Electric Lady Studios For Jimi Hendrix Led To 3500 More Studios
There are not many folks who have built over 3500 recording studios around the globe. This is the story of John Storyk, the guy who did so after a fortuitous encounter with Jimi Hendrix.
I ... Continue Reading →
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