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Go See Hear In L.A. July 19-25 (The Michigan Rattlers/Dixie Chicks edition)

If I use the “too many shows, too little time” excuse for the short intro will you still understand? Tues. 7/19 Top Show: The Regrettes calls themselves “cupcake punk” and that’s a pretty right on description of the sweet but … Continue reading

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Go See Hear In L.A. April 25-28 (the Parliament/Paladins edition)

  Hey, I got back to finish up the week. So without delay here you go… Sat. 6/25 Top Show(s): Texas singer/songwriter Radney Foster is one of the best of his class. He’ll be doing an early show at the … Continue reading

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Go See Hear In L.A. June 22-24 (the case/lang/veirs edition)

Catching up with an “express” edition… Wed. 6/22 Top Show: Charlie Faye & The Fayettes celebrate their new release by serving up their soulful retro poppy fun at the Hotel Café. Thurs. 6/23 Top Show(s): John Doe brings a killer … Continue reading

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Go See Hear In L.A. May 4-10 (the Lily & Madeleine/Peter Bjorn & John edition).

Well, today is May 4. Sometimes celebrated as Star Wars Day or as Cinco de Mayo eve. However you are celebrating the day, I hope you have fun. And here are some recommendations for live music fun for today and … Continue reading

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What’s News: Slobberbone, Feelies and Hard Working Americans

  The Hard Working Americans are living up to their name. The group – Todd Snider (vocals, guitar), Dave Schools (bass guitar, background vocals), Neal Casal (guitars, background vocals), Duane Trucks (drums and percussion), Chad Staehly (keyboards, background vocals) and … Continue reading

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What’s Old Is New: Springsteen, King Curtis, Dictators And Garbage

Wanted to catch up on some recent news. In case you haven’t heard, Bruce Springsteen is planning on a big reissue project for his The River album. The Ties That Bind: The River Collection will be a 4-CD set holding … Continue reading

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More Weekend Recommendations: From the Blasters To Banhart

I overlooked two interesting events happening this weekend. Up in Ventura, the Roadshow Revival will rev things up in Mission Park. While it is entitled “A Tribute to the Music of Johnny Cash,” it is more than just a tribute … Continue reading

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Go See Hear In L.A. March 17-24 (The John Doe/Joe Pug Edition)

In case you are still in L.A. and not Austin, here are some shows worth checking out. Wed. 3/18 Local troubadour Henry Wolfe lands at the Satellite with Night Cruise. Thurs. 3/19 Top Show: Cory Branan released one of my … Continue reading

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Go See Hear In L.A. Feb. 23-March 1 (The Church and Cathedrals edition)

The Oscars are over. The glitter washed away with the rain but there’s still a lot of music to enjoy this week. Mon. 2/23 Top Show: Lucinda Williams starts her World Tour of California with a show tonight and tomorrow … Continue reading

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Go See Hear In L.A. June 30-July 7 (The John Doe, John Fullbright, John Philip Sousa edition)

Monday June 30 Top Show: The one and only Ronnie Spector will sing songs and tell stories when she performs her autobiographical show, Behind the Beehive, at the Roxy. John Doe and a whip-sharp band (that includes Cindy Wasserman, guitarist … Continue reading

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