Interviews we conduct
Chris Gamper (GamperDrums) GamperDrums, based in the San Francisco Bay Area, is a prominent drum set artist hailing from Oakland, California. Known affectionately as Chris, Gamper, Gamp, or by other endearing (or occasionally less desirable) terms, he embodies a rich legacy in the local music scene. GamperDrums is a fixture in performances and recordings throughout […]
Every so often, a band emerges that reminds us why we fell in love with music in the first place. It’s not just about the sound but the energy, and the sense of possibility. Sugar Fix Band, a quintet of supremely talented teens who are putting their own spin on rock music. If the name […]
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 […]
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 […]
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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It was a beautiful California (Summer in Autumn) Day in San Marcos, California at the TERI Campus of Life. I believe this was the first outdoor music festival hosted by TERI live and it proved to be a huge success. The Dragonfly Festival is the brainchild of Six String Society Producer, Kenneth Rexrode, a few […]
The Dragonfly Music Festival— the love child of music and community is ready to land on Oct 4th at the stunning Teri Campus of Life in San Marcos, CA. BackStage360 Staff Writer, Victoria Vaughn, had the chance to sit down with Stevie Salas, acclaimed Guitarist, Producer & Filmmaker from Oceanside, CA, in this behind the […]
Ten Years of Daring Greatly in San Diego – a Homecoming Anniversary Show Slated for the Six String Society’s October Dragonfly Festival As a local music fanatic here in San Diego, I can honestly say that something superb is afoot; The Six String Society is hosting an all-day music festival at one of North County’s […]
Annual Newport Beach Benefit Concert That Rewires Your Brain-to-Heart Connection Welcoming and upbeat in his salutations, Eric Marienthal’s authentically happy energy was consistent from his greetings toward the gracious crowd to delighting us with his musical introduction. Playing with cohesion and familiarity, the first song of the night, the “Lo Lo Shuffle,” felt like a […]