By Big Jon on
Martha Davis & The Motels - “If Not Now, Then When”
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If you came of age in the 80’s, you know the song “Only The Lonely.” The smash hit song sent hopeless romantics into a fury every time a Rock Jock spun the #9 single over the airwaves. This song got some serious airtime, and was followed by another hit single, “Suddenly Last Summer,” the next […]
By Siege on
Joan Jet - Bigger Than Life
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The fairly massive stage was set up for the later appearing, classic rock favorites, Boston, and from my seat in section 101, Ms. Jett and the Blackhearts appeared dwarfed by their surroundings, although only for an instant, just before the downbeat, then once again they became bigger than life. Joan’s mezo-soprano vocals and energy are […]
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Nostalgia turns to New Memories with Collective Soul
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Collective Soul was my High School. Their breakthrough album, “Hints Allegations and things left unsaid,” was a staple in every DJ’s arsenal at every dance during the 90’s. They were supposed to be a one-hit-wonder, according to every jock on radio at the time, and Ed Roland made no bones about that on stage tonight […]
By RacerX on
Six String Society And The 27 Club
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When I went to see the show “27 Club” at the Belly Up, I didn’t know I was in for such an unforgettable experience. First let me tell you a little about the creator/producer and how the show came together as one. Kenneth Rexrode came up with this idea when he was on a bicycle ride […]
By Siege on
Lifehouse On The U.S.S. Midway
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The Life of the Party! Can anyone think of a more magnificent stage setting than the flight deck of the U.S.S. Midway for a memorial weekend benefit concert? No? Neither can we…and neither could multi-platinum alternative rock giants, Lifehouse! Add to that, a blazing sunset, a completely clear evening sky with a million stars and […]
By RocmanRocks on
Testament - Brotherhood of The Snake
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TESTAMENT / HOB SAN DIEGO The forebearer’s of Trash Metal have been at it since the early 80’s touring non-stop for three decades doing what they do. When they hit the scene back then people were amazed at what type of music they were bringing night in and night out. This band of brothers brought […]
By Storm on
Robin Trower - Brutal Force With Finesse
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Being a Musician, especially growing up in the 70’s and 80’s, you had a wide spectrum of guitar heroes to mentor your playing and influence the path for the new generation of guitarist being created. I started with Jimi Hendrix, Uli Jon Roth, Richie Blackmore, Jimmy Page, Michael Schenker, Rick Derringer, Eddie Van Halen, Randy […]
By Timothy Daniels on
Richie Kotzen - Salting Earth
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Walking up to Brick by Brick in San Diego one couldn’t ask for a more picturesque moment. The cavalcade of colors painted in the sky punctured with silhouettes of palm trees, power lines, and a beautiful streamlined Prevost tour bus set the tone for an evening of live music. When you’re a rock ’n’ roller […]
By Brenda Starr on
CORE 10 – The Mad Scientists of Music
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On April 1st Core 10 performed their first live show in years and the first ever show with new member David Silveria who was the (original) drummer of Korn. (1993 to 2006) This landmark show happened at The Tiki Bar in Costa Mesa with Skumlove and Anger the Giant opening and proceeds from the show […]
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Eric Sardinas & Big Motor
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Hey guy’s it’s been awhile since I’ve seen Eric Sardinas perform but I must tell you, it was worth the wait. On a weeknight at one of So Cals great venues, The Coach House, Eric and his band hit the stage right on time with their brand of Delta Blues that just filled my soul. […]