Prolific guitarist Tom ‘The Suit’ Forst and Beyond 1969 drop their exciting video “Comin’ Back To The Blues” on March 1, a musical prequel to the group’s upcoming live in-studio, all-original album, Back To The Blues (Release Date: April 25, 2026). “This video, like the album, is live — we wanted to create a sound that was […]
Announcing the 14th Annual Woodystock Blues Festival: A Concert for Charity in Support of Autism Awareness, a two-day event taking place Saturday, March 21 and Sunday, March 22, at beautifully scenic Lake Havasu State Park, Windsor Beach #4, 699 London Bridge Road. Gates open 10am and music starts at 11am sharp each day. Two-Day Pass: $45.00; Sunday Single-Day Pass: $25. […]
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 […]
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Iconic American rock guitarist Ronnie Montrose will be saluted by a stellar rock star line-up whose own careers were influenced by the legendary and powerful Montrose sound at Ronnie Montrose Remembered — one of the most talked about shows of NAMM 2026. This 10 year anniversary celebratory concert highlighting Montrose’s career will feature his greatest […]
Get Ready for a Texas Guitar Throwdown starring Lone Star State guitar aces Jay Hooks and Chris Castaneda at Shoeshine Charley’s Big Top Lounge, 3714 Main St., Saturday, January 31. Show: 8:00PM. Tickets: $18. Info: (913) 520-9899 or visit https://checkout.square.site/merchant/MLRNGF6WV7S09/checkout/ZBJZZADMASJCLXEEB2CQRILU. Jay Hooks: This past September, Texas blues-rock firebrand Jay Hooks released Tequila & Bullets, his first studio album in years, to wide critical acclaim. Born and […]
People Get Ready: A Blues and Rock ‘N’ Roll Summit is coming to Lizzie Rose Music Room, featuring a potent double-bill of New Jersey-based talent: rocker Glenn Alexander & Shadowland featuring Oria and the Asbury Jukes Horns; and some tasty original blues by James ‘JB’ Barnes and the JB Blues Band, Friday, January 30. 217 E. Main […]
Bay Area Royalty, the Delta Wires, bring their rockin’ Big Band Blues sound back to one of the group’s favorite haunts, Almost Famous Wine Lounge, 2271 S. Vasco Rd. in Livermore, Saturday, January 3. Show: 7:30pm-9:30pm. Tickets start at $12.51. Info: (925) 315-5355 or visit eventbrite.com/e/delta-wires-tickets-1736131288419. Delta Wires are celebrating the release of two new singles that […]