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 […]
With Foghat’s Twang and Bang tour well underway, regulars at the Belly Up Tavern were once again entertained by a slow ride into savory music, taking it easy on a Wednesday night. Originally formed by Dave Peverett, Foghat first emerged from London, and has stayed strong for longer than half a decade. The tavern was […]
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 […]
Alex Cole, International recording artist and power-rock singer/guitarist/songwriter, has just released a new video of his song “Bad Boy Rocker” that is featured in the Hollywood film “Senior Moment”. “Bad Boy Rocker” a song by Alex Cole is featured in the film “Senior Moment” starring William Shatner, Christopher Lloyd, Jean Smart and Esai Morales. The film […]
The Tribe’s Livestream performance was beamed to the world by Alert the Globe from the stage at The Coach House in San Juan Capistrano, California. The two-hour show featured a countdown of the top 50 Beatles songs based on a Rock Cellar magazine’s readers poll. It was a treat to be at the Coach House […]
The pendulum swings, too and fro. In life some of the hardest hits happen when you least expect them. We are compelled to learn from these hits to find ways to rebuild the fabric of our livelihood. It is no different with live music right now. A connection is desperately needed, and an outlet is searching for […]
Greg’s step-father. Flip Wilson. Two British documentarians. Surprise party. Robert Kardashian. Cue cards. An Assistant Director. “Screenplay” by Syd Field. Girl in the laundromat. Literary agent. Variety classified ad. Free option (with strings). David Jacobs. Staff writer gets the axe. A riddle? More like notches. That shaped the key. Which unlocked the door to my […]
There is nothing like seeing your favorite band at a live show. Maybe, at a big concert venue with thousands of like fans or perhaps a tiny hole in the wall with a spattering of like-minded souls. But, sometimes, you find a unique and quaint venue where you might have never suspected you’d be watching […]
A young singer songwriter from Mission Viejo, California, Karly Moreno is known for her recent success on the hit TV show The Voice. (Season 16.) Her style is pop rock and she does some country as well. Karly comes from musical family that fully supports her passion for music, she’s been singing ever since she […]