Jason “Malletman” Taylor (Vibraphonist) When “Malletman” steps on the stage get ready to brace yourself for an evening of musical excitement, as a leader of the locked-in groove of swing you will find his music begins to lift off and the fun begins. Malletman’s command of his performance is mesmerizing from twirling mallets, dancing ful […]
1996 – Brian Wilson Begins Innovative Recording of ‘Good Vibrations’ On this day in music, February 18, 1966, Beach Boy leader Brian Wilson began recording the band’s soon-to-be classic, “Good Vibrations.” Riffing on themes of extrasensory perception, Wilson was inspired by a story that his mother often told about dogs barking at people in response […]
Interviews with Roni Lee (The Roni Lee Group) & Jenine Civil (Artist Relations-Ultimate Ears Pro) Roni Lee (Roni Lee Group) Roni Lee is an award-winning artist, singer-songwriter, and) OG guitarist who’s been making waves in Southern California and beyond since the glam and punk rock scene of the 70s. Never one to let boundaries […]
In March 2025, Berlin’s Frannz Club was transformed for one unforgettable night into a pulsating epicenter of rock ’n’ roll as legendary rock artist Mitch Ryder delivered a breathtaking performance, capturing the raw energy and emotional intensity for a brand-new live album. While the audio recordings were made in Berlin, the DVD footage was […]
Acclaimed singer-songwriter Matthew Curry returns with his new album ONE FOR THE RIDE, a dynamic and heartfelt collection that showcases the full range of his musicianship — from fiery, virtuostic guitar work to intimate, emotionally rich songwriting. The album explores life on the road, love celebration, personal reflection, and Americana storytelling, all delivered with Curry’s signature […]
OUT AND ABOUT 💝 Happy Valentines Day! 💖 Super Bowl is Feb. 8! It is San Diego Museum Month with many museums, monuments, historical sites and gardens offering half-price admission. The Botanic Garden is doing a special ticketed event for Valentine’s Day. Pechanga Arena has a Valentines Super Love Jam. The Flower Fields in Carlsbad open […]
David Glaubke (HARMAN Public Relations) https://jbl.com/ Sound is at the heart of every experience 🔊 Whether it’s keeping travelers informed in airports and transit hubs, energizing fans in stadiums and arenas, or setting the stage for unforgettable performances. JBL Professional loudspeakers deliver powerful, reliable sound wherever it’s needed. As part of HARMAN Professional Solutions, JBL […]
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Martin Guitar Unveils Four All-New Models Ahead of The 2026 NAMM Show C. F. Martin & Co.® today announced four new instruments debuting ahead of The 2026 NAMM Show: the Super D-18, Super HD-28, Martin O’ahu K-42 Hibiscus, and Custom Shop M Paisley Ember Burst. Following the recent launch of the refreshed Road Series, these additions mark another […]
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