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Album Review: Ronnie Earl & The Broadcasters - Good News (10/10)
This album is, indeed, good news! From the uptempo rockabilly-like romp “I Met Her on That Train” to the jazzy samba-esque “Time to Remember,” Earl proves he is a master ... -
Danny Elfman Announces Halloween Show at Nokia
After a seven-country tour of sold-out performances, renowned composer Danny Elfman announced a Halloween show at the Nokia Theatre LA LIVE as well as a Nov. 2 show at Honda ... -
Album Review: Jeb Lipson - Patina
Americana artist Jeb Lipson’s organic rock-tinged songs are laced with harmonies and tasty guitar fills that remind us of Tom Petty, especially on “She Changed Her Mind.” With its sardonic ... -
MOTLEY CRUE: THE FINAL TOUR With Special Guest Alice Cooper
The fact that Motley Crue is on its farewell tour should leave fans with mixed feelings. Sure, it was a bit sad to hear the band pound through longtime hard-rock ... -
Album Review: The Empty Hearts - Self-Titled
Sort of an ‘80s garage band supergroup, the Empty Hearts are veterans of the Cars, Blondie, the Romantics and Chesterfield Kings. The collective pop/punk chops come through ... -
Album Review: Islander - Violence & Destruction
Score: 7 out of 10 Making both Alternative Press’ “100 Bands You Need to Know” and Revolver’s “Most Anticipated Albums of the Year,” the bar is set pretty damn high ... -
Album Review: Sia - 1000 Forms of Fear
Sia 1000 Forms of Fear RCA/Monkey Puzzle Records Producer: Greg Kurstin With so many great song credits under her belt, it’s no surprise Sia’s sixth studio album is chock-full of ... -
Album Review: Amy LaVere - Runaway's Diary
Amy LaVere is a singer/songwriter who can certainly craft a catchy melody or devise a memorable hook with the best of them. But few can encapsulate inner feelings and sincere ... -
Album Review: Mary Gauthier - Trouble & Love
On this, her first album in four years, hallmarks of Gauthier’s work—spare arrangements, plainspoken insights—are present on a song series about relationships; their anguish, fear and troubling doubt. What makes ... -
Album Review: Mindi Abair - Wild Heart
Popular urban jazz saxophonist Mindi Abair has had her share of smooth funk hits, but her powerhouse, guitar heavy live shows reveal that she’s a rocker at heart. She’s toured ...