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JD and the Straight Shot - A Harmonic Holiday
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When I was asked to review, JD and the Straight Shot’s, all acoustic, new album, “Good Luck and Good Night” back in September, along with interviewing, violinist/vocalist, Erin Slaver, I became an instant fan of this band, with a genre all their own. As luck would have it, I was asked again to review their […]
By Brenda Starr on
Iced Earth - Music You Can Feel
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Iced Earth’s latest offering ‘Incorruptible’ tops my list to the age old question of what music would you take to a stranded island. This exceptional album is on Century Media Records and while not a concept album, all the songs come together to create a unique combination. The songwriting, lyrics and vocals are brilliant, with […]
By Kim Campos on
Saxon - Thunderbolt Review
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“Thunderbolt” is the title of Saxon’s latest album. What’s in a name? “Thunderbolt!” Enough said! This is gritty, old-school metal, song after thumping, driving song, pure and simple. It is with pure joy that I got to listen to it over and over again. The guitar tone is on point, the rhythm section is driving, and […]
By RacerX on
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When I was told to review Eric Gales I didn’t really know a lot about the artist. I’ve heard from others that he was an unbelievable guitarist and performer so of course, I wanted to see what he was all about. I set my navigation and off I drove to McKinney Texas. Wow what a great […]
By Kim Campos on
Musicians United Benefit for Vic Nieto
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If you are in a band in San Diego or have been to any number of venues to see live music, Victor Nieto probably had something to do with your evening. Vic has been a talent buyer for many venues around San Diego for years and years. A few months back, Vic wasn’t feeling well and […]
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Mardi Gras Cruise 2018 - A Recipe of Perfection
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The day started out to be an unusually sleepy, dark and dreary day on the San Diego harbor, but the Kenneth Rexrode Production’s annual Mardi Gras Cruise was determined to be a spirited, shining light on the water. If it’s in San Diego and produced by Kenneth Rexrode and the Six String Society, you already know […]
By Storm on
Ultimate Jam Honoring Slayer
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The Whisky a Go-Go in Hollywood, California is the place to be every Tuesday Night because of one thing; Ultimate Jam Night! The event brings together the world’s greatest musicians into a live unrehearsed performance of cover tunes and is organized by bassist Chuck Wright (Quiet Riot), drummer Matt Starr (Mr. Big, Ace Frehley) and […]
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Michael Schenker Fest
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The Michael Schenker Fest came to Boston for a performance at the Berklee Performance Center. Owned and operated by Berklee College of Music, the BPC hosts concerts by talented students, faculty, and visiting artists, as well as a wide variety of productions presented by outside promoters, arts presenters, and community organizations. Inside the BPC Acoustics are […]
By Pat Raymond on
The Gentleman Troubadour
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At the first glance of Ron Ebel, you will notice his electric blue eyes in contrast to his ever groomed white hair and decorum, that one could easily draw the conclusion, yes, he is a gentleman. Get a little closer and you will also discover his mild manner approach to surroundings, may it be friends, […]
By RacerX on
arielle
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Today is Valentine’s Day and I am getting to go interview and review Arielle at the House of Blues in Dallas Texas. I have been to the House of Blues in San Diego many times but I never had the chance to go to the one in Dallas, so I am excited to get the […]