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 →

TWO GADGETS: Tempour and Kindle Fire HD

  This is the latest in a series of articles about innovative products about which you may not know enough.   TEMPOUR The explosion of interest in wine has occurred seemingly ... 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 →

Farmer’s Daughter Hotel – a Tasty Slice of Country Hosptiality in Los Angeles

  Los Angeles, like most of Southern California and heck the rest of the country, is filled with motels that have seen better days. Some of these venues have been blessed with ... Continue Reading →