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Jesse Ray Smith - Back To Yesterday
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Having been raised in Marin County, CA, Jesse Ray Smith claims that he started pursuing music as early as ten years old, hoping to obtain the same musicality his heroes also established for themselves. One of his recent live performances, held at the Belly Up Tavern inside Solana Beach, alongside Anna Ballew and Justin Froese, […]
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Tower of Power - What is Hip?
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For over half a century, Tower of Power has been recording and performing their unparalleled style of “funkifized” R&B soul. Whether you’re listening through your home sound system or seeing them live in concert, there’s no denying this band has serious chops. In fact, it is the opinion of many, myself included, that TOP’s horn […]
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THE Defiants - Drive
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The Defiants have announced their return with a new album, their third overall, “Drive”! Formed by Paul Laine, Bruno Ravel, and Rob Marcello, who are all current or former members of popular hard rockers Danger Danger, The Defiants latest opus is yet another impeccable slice of melodic hard rock. Best known for being the D2 […]
By Ava Sarnowski on
Inside the Shell with Judy Collins and Madeleine Peyroux
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The masterpiece that is The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park cannot be understated. Attendees will feel welcomed by kind management, ushers, waiters, and employees at your immediate beck and call. The atmosphere of the venue is jovial. The night of Collin’s show, everyone was chatting with anticipation. The distant sound of symphony members tuning their […]
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Bjorn Englen
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Bjorn Englen started his musical career in Sweden in 1984 as a drummer; however, switched to bass within a couple of months. He performed with several local acts before relocating to Los Angeles, CA in 1993. Englen has played over 2000 live shows and on nearly 60 albums. He has recorded/performed with members of Foreigner, […]
By Bill Towner on
IronWrath, Tyranny Video Release
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New Video Release Date: October 11, 2023 View Trailer Here IronWrath has never been a band to stray away from controversial topics when it comes to God or Freedom. The Band drives this point home with their second follow-up music video to their debut album “Master Storyteller” called “Tyranny.” The new music video is directed […]
By Annette Higby on
Out and About - Sept
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That is a wrap for the summer concert series except for El Cajon, and Cruisin’ Grand is through September. The Shell is still going strong. Next up: Labor Day, Miramar Air Show, Viking Festival and Rod Run in Vista, Del Mar Wine & Food Festival, beer and CRSSD festivals as well as Boots in the […]
By Ava Sarnowski on
The Brotherhood of Balto
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Located off El Cajon Blvd. San Diego, Soda Bar is an intimate, yet humbling establishment. When first entering, visitors can see booths lining the left-hand side of the building, with a stage tucked in the corner. The bar offered quality drinks, a disco-ball hung overhead, and vintage-styled posters were placed along the walls. The venue […]
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The Brilliancy and Warmth Behind Beharie’s Music
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Twenty-nine year old musician, Christian Beharie is an artist making soulful, R&B music. He elaborates that his Jamaican heritage, of which he inherited from his father, has been an integral influence on his own work. He grew up inside a musical home, it played constantly within the walls of their house. He participated in choir, […]
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The Otherworldly Sound of Jai Wolf
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Sajeeb Saha, otherwise known as Jai Wolf, is an electronic music producer, known for remixes, mashups, and an all-original album titled “The Cure For Loneliness.” Having recently played Del Mar’s live music venue, The Sound, Saha’s live shows create an immersive experience for those who gravitate to his work. The faint blue lights overhead dimmed, […]