By JOHN DALY – Max Histrionic of Chameleon Technology is a renaissance punker with a flair for modern day accoutrements. His style goes back to the roots of punk — he unleashes a lot of anger and he’s got no one to blame but himself and he knows it. The new EP is Blank Canvas. Fortunately, Histrionic is a talented musician and has surrounded himself … Continue reading Chameleon Technology Offers a Lot More than ‘Blank Canvas’
By JOHN DALY – Chords of Truth has put together a single that’s reminicent of true folk times. The piece, “Wonder,” written by Chords of Truth (also known as Jason Garriotte), was produced by Jef Joslin and was mastered by Rob Beaton It’s clear that Chords of Truth is looking for change and that comes through meaningful lyrics and a beautiful melody, all of which … Continue reading Chords of Truth Travels The Country with His Message of ‘Wonder’
By DOTTIE PARIS – Turning Virtue, from Buffalo, N.Y., is more than a cool band with a shoegaze-alternative style. The guys are connected to a higher spiritual level. At least that’s the impression this group wants to give. One clue: The name of their new album, A Temporary Human Experience, comes from Wayne Dyer Ph.D. Pretty heady stuff, but nonetheless a good and important message. … Continue reading Turning Virtue Rises Above Mundane Earth with ‘A Temporary Human Experience’
By DOTTIE PARIS – Where is the line between avant garde and experimental shoegaze? Bryan Deister proves that he can push those boundaries and give listeners the luxury of not having to make those decisions. If Sonic Youth married Radiohead and made music, the result would be somewhat similar to Bryan’s latest 22-track fantasy, Spines of the Heart. Throughout the journey, Bryan takes listeners from … Continue reading ‘Spines of the Heart’ A Jagged But Satisfying Journey Through Bryan Deister’s Life
By CRAIG HAMMONS – John Mayall may be 83 years old, but “The Godfather of British Blues” played like he was a teenager at the Segerstrom Center for the Arts’ Jazz, Blues and R and B Weekend. Mayall, long regarded as a master of blues, was joined by Charlie Musselwhite and three-time Grammy-nominated vocalist Bettye La Vette. Musselwhite opened with the barn burner “Good Blues … Continue reading Mayall The Master Bringing The Blues on Tour Throughout the U.S.
By JOHN DALY – The band Night Marcher, featuring singer-songwriter Rob Reinfurt, is moving ahead despite having travelled some rough roads. The new album, Modern Maze, is a reflection of many things, but mostly is an exercise in having faith and getting over regret. Rob saw his close friend go to jail for 30 months on marijuana trafficking charges. He wasn’t allowed to speak to … Continue reading Rob Reinfurt and Night Marcher Take The Road Slowly with New Album, ‘Modern Maze’
By DOTTIE PARIS Guy Grogan’s powerpop indie style and range come through in his new album Dynamite Bouquet. This is something worth a listen if you’re in a reflective mood and need a pick me up, as the collection truly is like a musical bouquet. CHECK OUT DYNAMITE BOUQUET on Bandcamp. The Santa Fe-based songwriter is a one-man-band with big sound ideals. He’s run the range, … Continue reading Guy Grogan’s ‘Dynamite Bouquet’ Album is One of Many Gifts this DIY Artist Brings to Table
‘The Monster was the best friend I ever had’ – Boris Karloff By CRAIG HAMMONS Zombies, ghouls and goblins walked the streets of Pasadena last week to get to their favorite show of the year, Monsterpalooza. This was the first year it was being held at the Pasadena Convention Center. The move from the Burbank Marriott allowed for more vendors, monsters and stars without the feeling of … Continue reading Retro in Feel With Modern Technique, Monsterpalooza Takes Over Pasadena
By DONNA BALANCIA Kim and The Created rocked The Echoplex Monday night in a party that was a physical accomplishment. The cat-suit sporting rocker who has just returned after being on tour with The Kills was celebrating a record release party for “Get It” a new 7-inch flexi disk. Kim puts on an amazing show, capturing the attention of the audience with great music as … Continue reading Kim and The Created Rock the Echoplex, Bring Le Butcherettes for a ‘Female Future’
By ABE NOORZAY He’s a nomad. A man without permanence. Always moving to the next thing. After spending the first years of his musical trek traveling between Los Angeles and Chicago and Los Angeles and New York, and constantly touring and gigging for different bands, it got to him. Drugs and alcohol derailed the artist and he was on hiatus. Depression took over and it … Continue reading My Depression Is Always Trying To Kill Me – Vince Grant REVIEW
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