Happy September! The world shall now transform into pumpkin everything… The Del Mar Wine + Food Festival and Restaurant Week are this month, plus art shows, car shows and a whole bunch of festivals including the Viking Festival in Vista, Adams Avenue and Oktoberfest. The Pumpkin Patch at Bates Nut Farm and in Del Mar […]
Against the blistering temperature of a Palm Desert landscape, and within the greatness that is Acrisure Arena, three distinctly talented rock bands truly brought on the heat. Creed’s “Summer of ‘99” North American tour made a stop in Coachella Valley and featured the talents of Daughtry and Mammoth. The concert commenced with Mammoth taking center […]
Powerhouse guitarist-vocalist Ana Popovic returns with her new album, “Dance To The Rhythm” (Electric Heel Records; Release Date: September 26, 2025 digital, October 30, 2026 physical street date). ‘Dance to the Rhythm’ blends searing blues style with elements of rock, R&B, soul and funk to create a unique sound that is intriguing and powerful, unpredictable and new, but […]
Images from the Leon Redbone Tribute Featuring Gregory Page, Jason Mraz and John Jarvis
New Single, ‘I’m Nice Till I’m Not’ pairs 1920s speakeasy flair with an EDM pulse, celebrating seduction, style, and strength. Billboard-charting pop artist Kendra Erika releases her new single, “I’m Nice Till I’m Not,” today. Blending sultry 1920s New Orleans speakeasy vibes with modern dance-floor energy, the track offers a seductive mix of nostalgia and power. Drawing […]
Kansas City-based multi-instrumentalist Brody Buster is on the road with his ‘Redemption Tour,’ returning to perform in the town where he was born and raised, Paola, for the 36th Annual Paola Roots Festival, 7 W. Peoria St., Saturday, August 23. Buster’s set time: 6:10pm. Tickets: $25 (2-Day Pass). Info: (913) 294-6327 or visit rootsfestival.org. Brody was only eight […]
Acclaimed Grammy-nominated Bayou Blues guitarist-vocalist Tab Benoit, ‘Louisiana’s Living Legend,” makes a local appearance at Saint Rocke, 142 Pacific Coast Highway, Monday, September 1. Show: 7:00pm. Tickets: $68.75. Info: (310) 374-2505 or visit https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/50460018/tab-benoit-hermosa-beach-saint-rocke. Benoit is nominated in four categories for the 2025 Blues Blast Music Awards: “Rock Blues Album;’ “Blues Band;” “Male Blues Artist;” and Electric Guitarist of the Year.” Vote […]
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 […]
This is the last month for most of the summer concert series but fear not, there are tons of other events going on. The horses are racing at Del Mar, there is an art walk at Liberty Station on August 2, and Bates Nut Farm is hosting a Summer Food Festival with live music and […]
The New Blues Festival IX makes its triumphant return to Shoreline Aquatic Park, 200 Aquarium Way, Saturday, August 23 and Sunday, August 24. Gates: 2:00PM (Saturday); 9:00AM (Sunday). Tickets: $50. (General Admission); $100. (Gold); $150. (VIP). Info: (707) 57-BLUES or visit newbluesfestival.com. The 2025 lineup features A-List performers including international superstar guitarist, Ana Popovic; blues-rock guitar ace Dennis Jones Band; SoCal […]