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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 ... -
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 ... -
Album Review: Wishbone Ash - Blue Horizon
It is hard to believe that Wishbone Ash has been delivering challenging rock & roll since 1969. They’ve gone through some personnel snafus but have always retained a durable and ... -
Album Review: Sage Francis - Copper Gone
Sage Francis Copper Gone Strange Famous Records Producer: Various Score: 8 out of 10 It has been four years since Sage Francis’ last studio album, but it’s four years well ... -
Dream Alive Set to Release Debut Album in July
Los Angeles-based rock band Dream Alive – Nik Phoeniks (lead vocals / keyboard), Ramon Ryder (rhythm guitar / vocals), Karan Parikh (lead guitar / vocals), Martin Fredriksson (bass) and Stanley Love ... -
StubHub's Next Stage Event Launches Concert Series
StubHub has announced a music initiative to discover and support emerging artists while giving exclusive access to music fans via “StubHub’s Next Stage.” The endeavor will launch with two ... -
Album Review: War - Evolutionary
It’s been 20 years since the multi-ethnic and genre-bending group WAR released any new material and this two-disc set was a good way to go. Disc One is an array ... -
Pensado Awards to Honor New Brand of Music Professional
The acclaimed online video series Pensado’s Place has celebrated the evolving landscape of music and technology and given a voice to its leaders and innovators. Now the producers of that ... -
Live Nation and Yahoo Join Forces to Broadcast Live Concerts
Live Nation and Yahoo have inked a deal to broadcast live concerts. Live Nation has announced a new partnership with Yahoo that will see the promoter streaming “live concerts” on ... -
Lyrics Street Opens in L.A.
Lyric House Publishing has opened the second branch of its company in Los Angeles. The Denver founded music publishing enterprise currently represents over 80 artist catalogs nationally and internationally. With major ... -
Album Review: Alice Boman - EP II
EP II takes listeners on a charming carousel ride of perpetual wonder across a vibrant landscape of youthful enchantment. Boman’s delightfully repetitive nature beats the odds against bland tiresomeness and ... -
Copyright Office Raises Fees
The majority of U.S. Copyright Office fees, including registration and related services have been raised. The price increases are said to help the government agency be “aligned” with the actual cost ...