Social Distortion’s holiday tour hits Anaheim — HARD

On December 18th, Orange County natives Social Distortion headlined a sold out show at House of Blues Anaheim. They were supported by The Hangmen from Los Angeles. Walking up to the venue, there was a big line of people waiting to get in and you could feel the anticipation in the air.  This was the fifth Anaheim […]

Surviving Apocalypse: Zombieland Festival 2024

The Queen Mary Events Park evolved into a post-apocalyptic wonderland over November 29th and 30th, hosting the second annual bass-heavy Apocalypse: Zombieland Festival. With four wasteland stages, this festival offered a zombie-themed adventure for dubstep and drum and bass (DnB) heads alike. Amongst the spine-vibrating drops, the roaming undead, and stunning waterfront views of Long […]

Sammy Johnson & friends bring Feel Good Music to Redwood City, CA

On Saturday, November 23rd, Sammy Johnson fans were treated to an evening of “Feel Good Music” at The Fox Theatre in Redwood City, CA. Along with Sammy, there were four other amazing artists being featured that night — Servants, Etu, K’Nova, and Finn Gruva.  A great time was had by all!  So much so that the […]

Reggae on the Creek Fest coming to Norcal May of 2025

Get ready for an unforgettable day of vibrant reggae rhythms, delicious food, and family-friendly fun at the annual Reggae on the Creek Festival, taking place on May 10th, 2025, at the Green River Taproom in Winters, California. Just 15 minutes from west Sacramento, this lively event promises something for everyone, making it the perfect way […]

How The Elovaters got a Little Stranger in San Francisco

Some Californians may have been caught off-guard by last month’s tsunami warnings along the northern coast. However, those who knew The Elovaters were coming to the iconic Warfield Theater in San Francisco were already well-prepared to ride the waves long into the night! What caused these emergency alerts, you might ask? Let me explain… A […]

Brooks & Dunn bring boots, scoots, & boogie to Highland, CA

Country music legends Brooks & Dunn played their final show of the year at Yaamava’ Resort & Casino in Highland, CA on Saturday night, November 9th, with no opening act — just hit after hit of pure country! With a catalogue spanning over 30 years and 20 number-one hits, the country duo Kix Brooks and […]

Fiji Blue fills LA’s El Rey Theatre for heartfelt hometown show

Fiji Blue, with opening act Crying City, opened their North American Glide Tour at a packed house in the heart of Los Angeles — live at the El Rey Theatre. Frontman Trevor Dering, who’s lived in LA six years now, expressed how he’s been looking forward to this hometown show for awhile now. From having […]

Desert Air Fest 2024: Night Two

Daytime festivities at the Palm Springs Surf Club on Saturday featured an exclusive wave pool, lounges, and music presented by deejays such as Lubelski, Maddy Maia, and Michelle Leshem — just to name a few — that carried the festival’s energy from late morning to the time Desert Air opened their gates for Night Two. […]

Punk in the Park 2024 in San Diego

Snapdragon Stadium’s Thrive Park became a pulsating hub of punk rock energy on November 16th as Punk in the Park made its return to San Diego. This single but all-day festival brought together seasoned punk icons and fresh talent for a raucous celebration of music and camaraderie, capped off with plenty of craft beer. From […]

SOFI TUKKER breaks ‘BREAD’ with San Francisco

GRAMMY-nominated duo SOFI TUKKER brought their signature high-energy performance to a sold-out crowd at San Francisco’s Bill Graham Civic Auditorium. As the last stop on the BREAD Tour, the energy in the venue was wall-to-wall electric. This tour was in support of their third studio album BREAD — an acronym for “Be Really Energetic and […]

Mayhem Fest 2024

Mayhem Fest made its iconic return to Southern California this year on Saturday, October 12th, nestled at the well-known Glen Helen Amphitheater. The one-day, one-stop festival (unlike previous years’ touring renditions) was headlined by none other than Bad Omens after a decade of performance hiatus.  On the organizational front, the festival excelled, with well-placed stages […]

Mission Bayfest 2024: Day Three

Day Three of Mission Bayfest 2024 came in hot — literally and figuratively. It was sunshine, smoke, and seriously good vibes. With the sun blazing and a stacked lineup, I bounced all over the park with my camera, soaking up every beat, every moment, and every puff of… festival spirit. Here’s the breakdown of the […]

Desert Air Fest 2024: Night One

This past weekend, the Palm Springs Air Museum lightened the Coachella Valley skies as Desert Air returned for a two-day party of music, art, and air experiences. From November 15th to 16th, festival attendees experienced a blend of world-class deejays, stunning installations, and the unique charm of Palm Springs’s desert (and international airport) setting. Desert […]