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When bands on the road roll into town, they usually are looking for some hedonistic Hollywood fun and want to see the sights: The Capitol building. Lemmy’s barstool at the Rainbow. The Viper Room sidewalk where River died…the beach. Often times the cool indie rock chick in Los Angeles can fall into the role of … More AFTER THE GLITTER FADES – PASSENGER AND THE PAPARAZZI
Virgin sues Leto and his band, 30 Seconds To Mars, for breach of contract…I’d pay that much to make him stop singing… Virgin Records is suing 30 Seconds To Mars for $30,000,000 for breach of contract and damages. According to paperwork filed Friday in Los Angeles Superior Court, Virgin accuses 30 Seconds members Jared and Shannon … More Jared Leto sued for 30 million dollars…
It’s not like Peanut Butter Wolf has a lot of time on his hands. The man runs Stones Throw records, in addition to recording, producing, and spinning all over the world. So for Wolf to follow up last year’s 7 days of Heaven with 888: 8 days of music videos at 8 clubs in 8 … More Peanut Butter Wolf’s 888 kicks it at Root Down
I don’t eat red meat. But I sure do love me some Cheeseburger. So when I got word that the boys from Brooklyn were coming to town on the Tales of Colt 45 tour, I decided I’d definitely brave the tidal wave of douchebaggery to see some great cock rock. Now, it’s hard to get … More Cheeseburger, well done.
When it comes to politics, many people complain that musicians should shut up and play. I for one am glad that we have outspoken troubadours today, running the gamut from Billie Joe to Bruce. Tom Morello is one of the best. I have tremendous respect for him and his collaborators. If you happen to be … More Tom Morello, Rage, plan show/rally opposite Republican Convention
Here’s the line up for this year. Some folks said last year was lame…I think those folks are comparing it to Coachella and the big ones…this is more akin to San Diego Street Scene, Siren festival or the Neighborhood festival. Anyways, even if you don’t like the line up 100%, it’s a good way to … More LA Weekly Detour Festival 2008 – an early birthday present to me
Here’s a throw down for the ages…Cassettes is challenging Mr. West to an internet duel. We all know how graceful Kanye is under pressure…and since I often enjoy watching egos implode, I highly suggest you log on and help CWL beat Kanye. Plus, it could provoke a “George Bush hates black people” truthiness response…fingers crossed. Cassettes … More Cassettes Won’t Listen launches a Beat Kanye site – It’s On!
Rock journalism isn’t for the faint of heart. Though my suburban relatives may think that my professional life is a playground filled with hedonistic delights, they’re only partly right. There is a part of The Rock Life that is seedy, dark and filled with tragic stories of squandered brilliance and the leeching and blood letting … More Caught Between Rock And A Hard Place – the pitfalls of an embedded rock journalist
Please enjoy the comedy stylings of Murs & MacLean…note: in solidarity of the writers strike, this interview was not scripted. If anyone wants to buy the rights to this slam dunk of a TV show, inquire within… MURS & ALI MACLEAN, PART ONE more about “Murs & Me: A Hip Hop Delight“, posted with vodpod … More Murs & Me: A Hip Hop Delight
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