Micky Dolenz – New CD and Upcoming Monkees Tour

Everyone from Rod Stewart to Paul McCartney has dabbled in the ‘songbook’ strategy, so why not the drummer from the Monkees? I have been a fan of the Prefab Four from day one, gleefully ... 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 →

Ray Davies – From the House of Blues to the Olympics Closing Ceremony

Ray Davies is ensconced in the annals of premiere British songwriters.  Over the least four decades he has penned some of the most enduring songs emanating from the fertile landscape ... Continue Reading →
Ralph Stanley (center) at Carter Fold photo by Brad Auerbach

Ralph Stanley and Clinch Mountain Boys – Carter Fold

When George Clooney opened his mouth to sing “Man of Constant Sorrow” in the supremely satisfying film “O Brother Where Art Thou,” it was the voice of Ralph Stanley that we ... 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 →

Parallels – XII

Parallels, brainchild of singer Holly Dodson, could be compared to artists as varied as Madonna, Berlin, to modern acts such as Kylie Minogue – but give their new effort, “XII,” ... Continue Reading →

k.d. lang – Humphrey’s by the Bay

Canadian chanteuse k.d. lang brought her beguiling torch and twang show to San Diego on the longest day of the year, and she was duly fueled by her adoring fans.  The tour is named ... 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 →