Broadway comes to Hollywood with CHICAGO, the winner of six 1997 Tony Awards including Best Musical Revival, which has opened at the Pantages Theatre in Hollywood.  After her critically-acclaimed debut as “Roxie Hart” on Broadway and in London’s West End, Christie Brinkley, one of the world’s most successful supermodels, made her highly-anticipated Los Angeles debut [...]

Written by Susie Salva Grammy-nominated and Season 8 American Idol runner-up the illustrious and flamboyant Adam Lambert releases his sophomore album, Trespassing on  RCA records/19 Entertainment. The singer who uses an acrobatic singing voice and has fans called Glamberts adds one more notch on his resume’ as executive producer and employees some heavy hitters in the music business such as Dr. Luke, Bruno [...]

Get ready for a sizzling summer. Dine, dance, and experience at Confidential Beverly Hills with the launch of Femme Fatale Wednesday’s, a weekly cabaret show led by Toledo: famed jazz singer, dancer and burlesque show extraordinaire. Confidential Beverly Hills is the brand new and ONLY exclusive nightclub / lounge fusion in Beverly Hills. It’s the [...]

Written by Susie Salva If you are looking for your fix of Top 40 hits and or a blast to the past you need to pick up NOW That’s What I Call Music Vol. 42 and/or NOW That’s What I Call Classic Rock Hits. These discs put all of your favorite artists in one handy place. [...]

On May 3, 2012, The Final Four contestants of NBC’s smash singing competition show, “The Voice,” performed live at 10:30 am on Thursday at the Universal CityWalk’s “5 Towers” interactive concert venue.  Fans came by the tram load to this exclusive one-time concert to see their favorite performers sing live. Stay tuned to NBC next [...]

Written by Susie Salva Genre-smashing musical pioneers Goldfrapp have released “The Singles,” through Astralwerks. The album is a career-spanning overview featuring tracks from their five critically acclaimed albums, along side two brand new songs written especially for this release: “Yellow Halo,” a slow building synth-pop track, and the introspective and defiant new wave ballad, “Melancholy [...]

by Susie Salva EMI is releasing “Immersion” and “Experience” editions of Roger Waters iconic opus, Pink Floyd ‘The Wall,” as the final installment of the recent ‘Why Pink Floyd?’ reissues and extended releases. “The Wall,” remains Pink Floyd’s biggest selling record release after 1973’s legendary, “The Dark Side of the Moon.” This three disc set [...]

Review by: Drew Creal The current state of the music industry is much like a rock-pile, and for any group to standout and survive in the crowded sea of bands, they have to do something entirely unique, innovative, or even retroactive to get to the top. Sydney, Australia’s Drop Tank has chosen to take the [...]

Playboy Magazine and Hugh Hefner hosted celebration in classic Hollywood fashion at the famed Playboy Mansion Tuesday night in Los Angeles, in honor of their annual “Sex & Music” issue, featuring Bruno Mars, the 10th man to grace the cover of Playboy.

Dame Julie Andrews was honored this past week with the 25th Annual Gypsy Award. An extraordinary list of previously-honored Professional Dancer Society tributees gathered to pay homage beginning in the morning at the Beverly Hilton Hotel.  Later that evening at UCLA’s Royce Hall, Grey’s Anatomy cast members joined in song for Grey’s Anatomy: The Songs Beneath The Show, and together raised [...]

Just wrapped was the the week-long 25th annual SXSW music festival in Austin, Texas – South by Southwest .  Artists and celebrities alike were able to enjoy themselves further at the The Hard Rock Hotels Present: “The Sound of Your Stay” Music Lounge and The Motorola Café. Celebrities that attended included B.o.B., Pete Wentz, Kat [...]

Written by Susie Salva Owl City has released his first DVD/Blu-Ray Owl City Live From Los Angeles on Eagle Rock Entertainment. On this disc Owl City gives the world an All Access pass into one of his (the multi-talented Minnesota native Adam Young) headlining shows from the All Things Bright and Beautiful World Tour release. [...]

Dan Harper, the brain-child behind Invisible System’s Punt (Made in Ethiopia) and Street Clan, has just released an amazing new E.P. called The Cauldron EP. The four tracks were recorded at the Worm Hole Studios in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. With a Jamaican and African mix, the songs present the coolest groove Invisible System has come [...]

Written by Susie Salva How would you like to have Lady Gaga, Katy Perry, Adele, and Coldplay all in one location? That’s what you would get if you pick up the latest NOW That’s What I Call Music Vol. 41. It’s like having Pandora in your pocket. NOW That’s What You Call Music Vol. 41 is [...]

Neal Smith, legendary rock drummer from the original Alice Cooper Group and Rock n Roll Hall of Fame inductees releases new KillSmith Two CD. The follow up to the KillSmith classic Sexual Savior CD from 2008, Neal Smith takes KillSmith Two to a new level of hard hitting rock music. KillSmith Two has ten hard [...]

Tracy Newman is a bit of a Super Star in my eyes. Why? She has guts. You most likely enjoyed her dialogue in TV shows such as Bob (Bob Newhart), The Nanny, Ellen, The Drew Carey Show and Hiller and Diller (Richard Lewis and Kevin Nealon.) This native Angeleno has moved on  from her TV days [...]

By  Susie Salva Jane’s Addiction has released a magical, mythical and sonic release with “The Great Escape Artist” on Capitol/EMI records. Where previous records incorporated themes of edgy, crazed, slum-dwelling visionary junkies, this time they are relying on slick production and concept-like tunes. Perry Farrell stands out as one of music’s most forward-thinking and enigmatic [...]

Written by Susie Salva Coldplay’s fifth studio album “Mylo Xyloto” on Capitol/EMI Records is the bands strongest effort thus far cementing their place in the musical landscape. This band finds them stretching themselves using some musical elements from previous records and incorporating new techniques to appease previous fans of their music and is appealing to [...]

Join Mario Lopez of Extra TV for Hollywood’s most elaborate red carpet New Year’s Eve Bash, BIG BANG NEW YEAR’S EVE will be held at the world famous Hollywood & Highland Center in the heart of Hollywood. The monumental celebration will feature live performances by Grammy-nominated Lupe Fiasco, chart-topping Cobra Starship, Rock Mafia (performing smash [...]

Written by Susie Salva God Bless Ozzy Osbourne DVD on Eagle Rock Entertainment is an amazing and comprehensive view as a documentary looking into the life of the 62 year-old Prince of Darkness behind the scenes as shown by the directors Mike Fleiss and Mike Piscitelli along side of Ozzy’s youngest son Jack Osbourne as [...]

Written by Susie Salva SLASH: Made In Stoke 24/7/11 on Eagle Rock Entertainment’s and featuring Myles Kennedy is where the lead guitarist revisits his hometown with his own band. Recorded at Victoria Hall in Stoke on Trent 24/7/11 is a phenomenal live CD. With his signature top hat and floppy hair Slash and Myles Kennedy [...]

Written by Susie Salva Looking for that perfect holiday stocking stuffer or Christmas gift? Look no more! Capitol/EMI Records are releasing five Christmas titles for your listening pleasure. The titles include Dave Koz’s Ultimate Christmas, A Jolly Christmas from Frank Sinatra, The Beach Boys Christmas Album, The Chipmunk’s The Chipmunk Song, and NOW That’s What [...]

Written by Susie Salva Usher’s “OMG Tour Live from London” on Eagle Rock Entertainment on DVD and Blu-Ray shows off Usher as one of the biggest superstars in the world. With album sales in the multi-millions, this supremely talented singer/songwriter/dancer/actor/entrepreneur promises and delivers an incredible live experience. Touring in support of his landmark seventh album, [...]

Watch The American Music Awards (November 20th on ABC) live red carpet pre-show stream right here on LA’s The Place. There will be a live performance by Taio Cruz.  The webcast begins at 2:00 PM (PT) / 5:00 PM (ET) with 3 hours of live red carpet coverage.  Coca-Cola will present the performance of Cruz [...]

Written by Susie Salva Daft Punk and Leiji Matsumoto have released the “Interstella 5555 the 5story of the 5ecret 5tar 5ystem” DVD on Virgin/EMI Music. This disc is a silent animated film minus the French musicians Daft Punk soundtrack featuring music utilizing disco, soul, funk and electronica. This DVD is an animated House musical. The [...]

Written by Susie Salva The legendary band Pink Floyd has released “The Discovery” Box set on EMI Records. Floyd are still one of the most successful and iconic artists of all time. Proving that Pigs do fly the band has recently signed an agreement with EMI which has allowed the development of multi-formant program of [...]

Written by Susie Salva Paul Rodgers one of the best rock male vocalist in the business has released “Paul Rodgers & Friends Live at Montreux 1994”on CD/DVD by Eagle Rock Entertainment. This supergroup features Queen’s Brian May, Black Country Communion/Bonham Jason Bonham, Toto’s Steve Lukather and Journey’s guitarist Neil Schon and are joined by guitarist [...]

Written by Susie Salva British free spirited songstress Joss Stone is releasing “The Best of Joss Stone: 2003-2009,” on Virgin/EMI Records showcasing her soulful, sultry and sexy vocals. Joss’ instinct and strong belief in herself has served her well over the past decade. Her unique sound makes her a standout in this busy sea of [...]

On Sunday, October 23rd, legendary performer Barbara Van Orden once again took the stage in her newest cabaret show, Red Hot Mama Returns, at the Catalina Jazz Club Bar & Grill in Hollywood. Among those in attendance for the special night included Hugh O’Brian (Wyatt Earp), Kate Linder (Young & the Restless), Romi Dames, (Hanna [...]

Written by Susie Salva Brighton-based pop musicians the Kooks have just released their third CD, “Junk of the Heart” on Astralwerks/Capitol Records and prove to be much more introspective, confessional, and more vulnerable this time out. The Kooks have decided to mix things up by consciously deciding to retool, rethink and readjust the direction of [...]

Hollywood’s Catalina Jazz Club presents the return of Barbara Van Orden in Red Hot Mama Returns, a cabaret performance, on Sunday, October 23rd. Barbara Van Orden, a singer and entertainer who’s career has spanned decades, and has opened for Sinatra and headlined at each of the Playboy Club, returns to the stage at the Catalina [...]

Legends of die-hard fans of multi-platinum rock `n roll band The Rolling Stones will be transported back to the magical summer of 1978 in “The Rolling Stones: Some Girls Live In Texas”. This rare, never-before-seen concert footage will be presented as a one-night, in-theater concert event on Tuesday, October 18 at 7:30 p.m. (local time), [...]

Written by Susie Salva Canadian power pop rock band These Kids Wear Crowns have released “Jumpstart,” on EMI Canada Records delivering energetic electro-pop dance music in the style of All American Rejects, Boys Like Girls and Panic at the Disco. With a generous use of auto-tune this party core band keeps the energy going in [...]

Written by Susie Salva Counting Crows has released the simultaneous CD/DVD and Blu-Ray discs of August and Everything After – Live at Town Hall on Eagle Rock Entertainment. The DVD/Blu-Ray are the first-ever video releases from this acclaimed indie rock band and all formats of this release feature the complete album from top to bottom. [...]

When it comes to Hollywood in Québec, Celine Dion, Leonard Cohen and Cirque du Soleil are familiar iconic Québécois entertainers. Get ready to expand your Québec culture and celebrities with “Québec in Hollywood”. Beginning September 9th – 25th, a three-week festival features emerging new Québec talent from musicians, films, chefs, artists, fashion designers and comedians. [...]

Written by Susie Salva Eddie Trunk’s “Essential Hard Rock and Heavy Metal,” is the most fantastic and compressive book about hard rock and heavy metal. Trunk’s honesty and candor is about bringing hard rock and heavy metal to the forefront of the conversation. Trunk, the longtime multimedia standard-bearer for heavy metal music and self-professed ultimate [...]

Want to know what a celebrity birthday bash looks like in Las Vegas? LA’s the Place brings you a play-by-play rundown of Joe Jonas’ fabulous 22nd birthday party in Sin City. Starting the day off in a leisurely fashion, Joe and his pals lounged poolside at Las Vegas’ premiere LIQUID Pool Lounge.  He spent the [...]

Led by artistic director and conductor Matt Catingub, The Glendale Pops Orchestra  will feature An Evening of Bossa Nova Music on Brand. Special guests will join the Glendale Pops Orchestra as they celebrate the Bossa Nova and Samba with favorites from Anotonio Carlos Jobim, Sergio Mendes. Songs include Wave, Girl From Ipanema, Desifinado, One Note [...]

Written by Susie Salva After 25 years as a world-famous act with more than 70 million albums sold, one of Sweden’s top pop groups steps back into the spotlight a decade after the release of their last studio album (Room Service). Roxette is releasing their Greatest Hits collection on Capitol/EMI Records. Roxette is known for [...]

Written by Susie Salva The Go-Go’s double platinum colossal debut album, Beauty and the Beat, has been digitally remastered and expanded for a 30th Anniversary Edition to be released by Capitol/I.R.S.  These women were the forerunners of many girl bands of the ‘80s and their music holds up until today. The commemorative edition of Beauty [...]

Ready for a new upscale fitness phenomenon that’s sweeping the U.S? New York’s David Barton of the trendy DavidBartonGym, whose claim to fame is “Look Better Naked”, is launching gyms on the West Coast in West LA, Century City and Vegas this fall. To kick-off this long awaited West Coast arrival, last week, he hosted [...]

Do you long for yesterday? The days when MTV ran music videos, when the rubics cube baffled you and the mullet reigned supreme?? When there was nothing but hair, hair and more hair. Then you will definitely want to pick up this nostalgic collection of rock music from the ‘80s all in one place, “NOW [...]

Throngs of girls lined the streets of Hollywood Blvd. starting as early as 3 pm on July 18th, with Mark Salling’s “Pipe Dreams” CD’s in hand, to meet and pose with pictures and get their CD’s signed by GLEE actor/singer Mark Salling. As many as there were, the affable hot hunk talked with everyone who [...]

Written by Susie Salva Bad Company is one of the finest rock bands to emerge in decades. The band is concurrently releasing “Bad Company Live at Wembley” on CD/DVD/Blu-Ray by Eagle Rock Entertainment. These discs feature Bad Company’s greatest hits all on one compilation. These songs that have stood the test of time come thrillingly [...]

Written by Susie Salva Sheryl Crow has just released an inspiring and laid back DVD on Blu-Ray titled, “Miles From Memphis,” on Eagle Rock Entertainment where we find this artist infusing urban and soul sounds in sync with her gentle engaging musical side. Filmed in the Fall of 2010 at the illustrious Pantages Theater at [...]

Written by Susie Salva Precocious, feisty and spunky Canadian pop-punk rocker Avril Lavigne releases her fourth most intimate studio release, Goodbye Lullaby, on RCA Records. This CD finds Lavigne as a mature recording artist dealing with complicated issues of faltering relationships. Lavigne (26) shares a sensitive side of herself and has gained insight and is [...]

When it comes to the MTV Movie Awards, it’s all about the pre-award primping preparation. And Beauty Bar presented by CoverGirl, provided ultimate VIP pampering at Nine Zero One Salon in West Hollywood. Hair stylists from Nine Zero One Salon, celebrity makeup artists with COVERGIRL, Fake Bake and Wella Color professionals joined forces to create [...]

Artistic expression has been an intricate part of every civilization from the beginning of time.  They were a way of expressing the ways of the world, the lives of individuals, times of war, and times of love.  Even today people are filled with emotions and the best way they can express themselves is through some [...]

Last week at the Avalon in Hollywood, some of the biggest names in publishing, finance, technology, media and the entertainment industry came together to sing their best karaoke, and raised almost $60,000 for Children’s Hospital Los Angeles at Larry Benet and SANG’s “I’m With The Band”™ event.

Written by Susie Salva If you want all the latest and greatest artists all on one disc you need to pick up ‘NOW That’s What I Call Music! Vol. 38’ CD featuring top charting hits from Lady Gaga, Enrique Iglesias featuring Ludacris and DJ Frank E, Rhianna, Britney Spears, Ke$ha, Bruno Mars, Katy Perry featuring [...]

Written by Susie Salva Iconic glam metal band Poison celebrates their successful run with 25 years in the business as bonafide rock stars. Poison’s top hits and fans favorite hits have been gathered for this 25th anniversary celebration by releasing “Double Dose: Ultimate Hits” 2CD on Capitol/EMI records. This disc gives fans what they have [...]

Written by Susie Salva The founding member of Gun’s N Roses and Velvet Revolver Duff McKagen has released his third studio album with his band Loaded and the disc is called “The Talking,” on Armoury Records/Eagle Rock Entertainment. Though most widely known as rock’s most premiere bassist McKagen once again takes front and center on [...]

The bright lights of the ferris wheel lit up the desert sky on Saturday, April 16th, at the A|X Armani Exchange and 944 Magazine second annual NEON CARNIVAL in Palm Springs. Last year, the pair left guests astonished at the amount of fun they had, and this year they brought even more to the table. [...]

By Helen M. Ryan It’s a passionate explosion of sound, life, love and politics. As a strong, distinct voice from the stage sings tales of natural disasters, war and hope amid fevered guitar riffs, a mesmerized audience plugs into the energy. This is the world of Rise Against. Punk rockers Rise Against are at the [...]

Written by Susie Salva Superstar Adam Lambert releases his incredible amazing electric “The Glam Nation Live” a CD/DVD on 19 Recordings/RCA Records. Lambert’s first DVD debuted at #1 on SoundScan’s Top Music Videos chart selling 17k units in its first week. This makes it the best debut of any release on the Music Video charts [...]

On March 22, 100 lucky fans were given the opportunity to participate in the second half of the Stride-Shift concert, landing in Los Angeles for a private Panic! At the Disco performance after seeing Cobra Starship in New York City the night before. The event was part of Stride Shift’s “One Gum, Two Coasts, Two [...]

Master musician Dan Harper and Invisible System has once again orchestrated a fusion masterpiece with his new CD Street Clan. With a more aggressive tone than last years Punt (Made in Ethiopia), Street Clan combines a European base with a Jamaican groove and an Ethiopian feel. At first listen, I thought this CD would be [...]

The music festival to see and be seen at held annually in Austin, Texas, South by SouthWest (SXSW), is always a jam-packed flurry of music performances, A-List parties and gift suites to attend. This year, CARRERA Sunglasses Escape returns to SXSW for its third consecutive year in a row due to popular demand. Also, LA’s [...]

Need a Valentine’s Day sound track to groove with your honey to? DJ Nahchey is playing his part as Cupid in offering his love-themed Valentines Day mix for you to download. This is a mix of uplifting classic house tracks with a few newer ones throw in. Nothing slow and sappy. This is for the [...]

Want to know more about what makes Katy Perry tick regarding her rise to fame, her relationship with comedian and actor Russell Brand and her image? Courtesy of ELLE Magazine, LA’s the Place brings you highlights from her interview featured in ELLE’s March issue. What was Katy like before fame and what motivated Katy to [...]

Champagne, classical music and conversation – what could be a better symphony of elements to enjoy? The opening season of Le Salon de Musiques, an ensemble of Los Angeles’ most renowned chamber music performers, continued its season of eight concerts, performed on the 5th floor of the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion last Sunday. 24 Poems Set [...]

‘American Idol’ recently threw a press conference featuring Jennifer Lopez. Terra USA got the inside scoop on why the superstar decided to fill the seat at the illustrious ‘Idol’ judging table, her thoughts on who will win this year, on her own success as a Triple Threat, and much more. Who Will Win This Year? [...]

What is “The Reason Why” some bands survive and thrive? It is not likely one thing, but many. In the case of Adam Craig Band, the reasons are plenty. Formerly known as Telluride, The Adam Craig Band has always put music first; and that is the biggest reason of all. The four-man band’s brand of [...]

Katy Perry took the music world by storm when she first burst onto the music scene in 2007/2008 with the hits “You’re So Gay” and “I Kissed A Girl”. Her beginnings as a sheltered minister’s daughter in Santa Barbara, California, who began her career singing Christian-themed music never hinted of her superstar future. From her [...]

Written by Susie Salva Kings of Leon have released their fifth album, “Come Around Sundown”, on RCA Records follows on the heels of the hugely successful, “Only By The Night,” has the sheer diversity of the bands new songs which touch on everything from gospel (spiritual, up tempo rocker, “Radioactive”) angular post-punk (“The Immortals,” “Pony [...]

International superstar Natacha Atlas has launched her new album Mounqaliba on Six Degrees Records. As a follow-up to her most recent classic Ana Hina, Natacha Atlas has taken this new body of work to a new level of excellence. Still using traditional Arabic music as a base, Natacha has infused the infamous Zeitgeist: Addendum movie [...]

By Susie Salva Glam metal rock band Poison’s top hits and roof raising concert performances are gathered for new 2CD box set, “Nothin’ But A Good Time: The Poison Collection” on Capitol/EMI Records is to be released on November 9th. Poison’s biggest hits and classic concert performances have been gathered for a new 2CD boxed [...]

The quintessential, unstoppable musical force, better known as Fergie, continues to take the world by storm. The Grammys. The fragrance. The new album. Black Eyed Peas front woman Stacy Ann Ferguson is having the year of her life. Fergie’s soaring vocals and smoking sex appeal has her on top of the game, both as a solo [...]

by Helen M. Ryan Music fans usually pay hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars to get a close view of their favorite bands in concert. Not so at the new Plugged In stage at Universal CityWalk®, where getting close to the bands comes at a very reasonable price: free. Conveniently located right outside the Hard [...]

Adam Lambert, the most praised and accomplished runner up in American Idol history, shares his journey to superstardom in an upcoming E! True Hollywood Story. Lambert has come a long way from his freckle faced, red-headed days of playing “Linus” in a school production of You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown.  Now, Lambert is seen as [...]

Written by Susie Salva Marcy Playground are excited to release their forthcoming album, “Indaba Remixes from Wonderland,” by Capitol/EMI Records which is a new CD and digital collection of remixes from the band’s 2009 critically acclaimed album “Leaving Wonderland…In a Fit of Rage.” For the release, the band partnered last fall with the top online [...]

Written by Susie Salva Atlantic recording artist Phil Collins has announced the U.S. release of his hugely anticipated new album, “Going Back” on Atlantic Records. The former Genesis singer, songwriter, drummer, producer, actor and solo superstar Phil Collins’s new solo album of Motown covers is a wonderful compilation and collection of musical nuggets in one [...]

To be called a struggling artist is a term that sounds a bit defeating, but to those who have experienced this point in their artistic career it has been known to be a turning point.  In this time, artists of all mediums are digging deep and being challenged to not only find who they are [...]

Written by Susie Salva After nearly a decade hiatus, Stone Temple Pilots’ self-titled CD on Atlantic records has the band creating their most straight-forward rock album with a tinge of psychedelic music, pop-tracks and influences from the ‘60s and ‘70s.

Written by Susie Salva Las Vegas native Brandon Flowers has bloomed with his new solo project, “Flamingo,” on Island Records which gives him the opportunity to delineate himself as a solo artist away from his front man duties for the rock band The Killers. Without the backing of his Killer’s bandmates Flowers is able to [...]

Written by Helen M. Ryan Ever heard of a little band called blink-182? How about 30 Seconds to Mars, or Rise Against? Do a few notes of House of Pain’s “Jump Around” (“jump, jump, jump, jump!) ever get stuck in your head? If so, then the Epicenter Twenty Ten music festival in Fontana would have [...]

Written by Susie Salva Pop tart California dream queen Katy Perry’s sophomore release, “Teenage Dream,” on Capitol Records has infectious grooves and contagious beats. As a follow-up to her 2008’s smash CD “One of the Boys”, she has re-teamed with hitmakers Dr.Luke and Max Martin. After scoring four smash singles off her five-million selling 2008 [...]

Her body of work is a tour de force. She has sold out prestigious venues all over the world. She might have found inspiration from her older sister Barbra Streisand, but Roslyn Kind wasted no time in discovering her calling and talent as a multi-faceted entertainer. Los Angeles has a lot to look forward to [...]

Written by Susie Salva Los Angeles quintet Maroon 5 has just released their third studio CD entitled, “Hands All Over,” on A&M/Octone records featuring their characteristic mixture of pop/rock/funk and R&B styling. This most impressive disc showcases the band’s considerable strengths: buoyant, unforgettable melodies, sleek, stylish grooves, charged lyrics about turbulent relationships with crisp, dynamic [...]

Los Angeles rock-band Amidst takes the LA music scene by storm with their first album Never Better Than Nothing. With a nomination of Best Record of the Year at the upcoming 20th Los Angeles Music Awards 2010, Amidst sounds like a veteran rock band with twenty years experience playing together. The band features Jonathan Marquez [...]

LA’s The Place recently sat down with musical artist Jane Carrey of The Jane Carrey Band at our studios in Los Angeles, with our host, Tamara Witmer. Jane talks about how her musical career came about,  her first national tour, the joy of becoming a new mother to new son, Jackson, and much more! Jane is the daughter of actor Jim Carrey and wife of [...]

Jane Carrey and The Jane Carrey Band will be performing live in concert, performing songs from their first album, “Simple Beauty”. The Jane Carrey Band will open for Chuck Regan, on October 13th at: The Barn at UC Riverside 900 University Ave. Riverside, CA   92507 Tickets can be purchased at Ticketmaster and the UC Riverside [...]

Club Nokia at L.A. Live presents Djavan! Brazilian-born Djavan’s musical style has traversed Brazilian borders reaching world music audiences with his winning blend of pop, jazz, fusion of African rhythms, bossa nova, funk, samba, R&B and northeastern sounds. Djavan is touring to promote his album Ária, released this past August. On his new album, Djavan [...]

Written By Susie Salva Los Angeles native and party girl Ke$ha has released her debut CD, “Animal,” on RCA Records which is a fabulous collection of dance tracks. The 22 year-old newcomer has a firecracker personality and determination. While some critics have dismissed as trite she is a force to be reckoned with. She sings [...]

Written by Susie Salva Duran Duran English pop rock band that originally formed in 1978 were one of the most successful bands of the 1980s and a leading band in the MTV-driven “Second British Invasion” of the United States. The band’s controversial videos featured on these remastered and expanded new limited special editions included partial [...]

Mary J. Blige fans, get ready! She kicks off her “Music Saved My Life” 11-city tour October 2nd, 2010 in Atlanta, GA. In certain cities, artists Jazmin Sullavin, Miguel, and El Debarge will perform with her as well. See the tour schedule below so you can be there to hear and see the talented and [...]

Written by Susie Salva North Carolina born Chris Daughtry and his rock band Daughtry’s sophomore release, “Leave This Town,” on 19 Entertainment /RCA Records is the phenomenal follow to their hugely popular self-titled debut release. This American Idol Season 5 finalist outsold Idol winner Taylor Hick’s debut album selling more than four million copies and [...]

On July 25, Sheila E. and Lynn Mabry hosted the 2nd Annual Elevate Hope Foundation Event “An Evening with Angels 2” at Boulevard 3 in Hollywood with special guests Justin Chambers, Katharine McPhee, James Pickens Jr. and Sofia Milos. Founded in 2001 by music legend Sheila E. and business partner Lynn Mabry, the Elevate Hope [...]

Written by Susie Salva The invincible Bret Michaels who has survived an emergency appendectomy, suffering from a subarachnoid hemorrhage, a warning stroke, and a hole in his heart has just released his new studio album, “Custom Built,” on Poor Boy Records. The celebrity apprentice winner and the star of the wildly successful reality show VH’s [...]

YouTube phenomenon Dave Days has been taking the world by storm!  The incredibly talented singer, songwriter and guitar player has been doing parody songs and videos since 2007 when he discovered the world of YouTube, and has had a captive audience ever since. Internet celebrity search engine Istardom.com ranks Dave Days #7 in the world of [...]

By Susie Salva – With his out-of-this-world vocal range and unique musical style, Adam Lambert is the ultra-glam, rock superstar who has taken some time out of his busy schedule to discuss his music, touring for his latest album and more in his follow up live conference-call interview.

With performances in the historic Royce Hall on UCLA’s campus, UCLA Live’s latest lineup of events for the 2010-2011 season includes many intriguing guests in categories like dance, special event, spoken word, music & film and musical genres including classical, world, jazz and roots. This year debuts the series’ newest section, music & film Curated [...]

Written by Susie Salva Norah Jones has released her fourth studio CD entitled, “The Fall,” on Blue Note records. The sexy, sultry songstress delivers her signature sound and claims to have sold more albums than any other female jazz artists during the 2000’s. In 2009 with a new image and several new sounds Jones proves [...]

Guto Schroeder was born in a small town called Passo Fundo; in the state of Rio Grande do Sul, south of Brazil on July 13th of 1982. His passion for music, arts, cultures, and traveling started as a little boy when his Father was often relocated from one city to another; Guto’s love for the [...]

By Susie Salva Just when you think you got your fix of “NOW” compilations this joint venture from EMI Music North America, Sony Music Group, and Universal Music Group release the latest version “NOW That’s What I Call Music Volume #34”. This compilation puts forth the most happening and hottest artists all on one disc. [...]

By Susie Salva Intelligent, articulate and endearing the American Idol runner up Adam Lambert takes time from his busy schedule to answer some questions that he participated in on a conference call prior to his first night of his Glam Nation tour. Q: Can you tell us more about the show itself? The look and [...]

Southern Californian singer/songwriter Marianne Keith is launching her U.S. national tour opening for Josh Hoge on June 3 in Lexington, Ky. The tour will promote Keith’s latest album “Cathartic,” which debuted on March 30 earlier this year. “Cathartic” tells the story of someone’s distress after love has gone sour, intimately told from Keith’s own experiences. [...]

The American Idol finale week is fast approaching and they need your musical talent to kick it off. This Friday, May 21st, outside the Kodak Theater in Hollywood, show off your voice in a “Car-eoke” singing competition, hosted by former American Idol contestant Alex Lambert, to win two tickets to the show’s season finale on [...]

Written by Susie Salva Nashville based county music’s power trio Lady Antebellum has released their sophomore effort, “Need You Now,” on Capitol/Nashville Records. If you are not a fan of country music Lady Antebellum will make you a convert. With the absence of many fiddles and their contemporary pop crossover sound this album is radio [...]

Written by Susie Salva Los Angeles indie-rock band the phenomenal Airborne Toxic Event has released their self-titled debut CD on Island/Def Jam Records with clever lyrics and powerful phrasing. This 5-piece outfit takes a poetic bent on love life which at times can prove to be disastrous and bleak but rings honest and truthful. Their [...]

Written by Susie Salva Switchfoot, the most unsung heroes of multi-platinum status, releases their most spectacular studio release in three years, “Hello Hurricane,” on Atlantic Records. San Diego’s favorite sons deliver an edgy, sonic CD produced by themselves with the help of ubȅr-producer Mike Elizondo known for his work with the likes of Dr.Dre, Eminem, [...]

Written by Susie Salva The latest edition of the world’s best-selling multi-artists album series NOW That’s What I Call Music Vol. 33 and NOW That’s What I Call Faith is featured in a series of CD’s in a joint venture from EMI Music North America, Sony Music Entertainment and Universal Music Group which was just [...]

Written by Susie Salva Hollywood, California – If you are looking for a way to celebrate Earth Day’s 40th Anniversary (April 22), EMI Music has launched a new eco-friendly ‘Live Life Greener’ music series today with six popular catalog titles. Pairing gold, platinum and diamond-certified CDs with reusable woven shopping bags, the ‘Live Life Greener’ [...]

By Susie Salva Grunge rockers Alice In Chains release their first studio album in ten years, “Black Gives Way to Blue,” on Virgin/EMI Records which is both bone chilling and invigorating carrying on with their dirty, gritty, grungy characteristic sound. These 11 electrifying songs about faith and perseverance prove that the band may have been [...]

Written by Susie Salva Reggae singer-songwriter Mishka originally from Bermuda has released his new album “Talk About,” on j.k. livin records and has already achieved the “Best New Artists 2009” accolades on iTunes.  Enlisting mega-producer Butch Walker (Pete Yorn, Pink, Fall Out Boy) infusing some of his mainstream melodies on several tracks for this much-anticipated [...]

While listening to Human Brother’s debut album “Vision Days on the Life Ride”, we may have glimpsed the future of music. Not the future of rock, pop, or electronic, but the convergence of all three. After only a few tracks, it’s clear that when we ask where we’re headed in 2010, Human Brother may have [...]

With comparisons to U2, Snow Patrol, Kings of Leon, and Bruce Springsteen, Honor By August is on the right path. Their music is inspired by observations on life, loss, love and hope. According to The Washington Post, Honor By August is “Now widely considered one of the most promising new talents on the East Coast.” [...]

By Susie Salva Los Angeles based Thirty Seconds to Mars has released their newest album titled, “This Is War,” on Virgin Records. “This Is War,” is more than just a reference to the band’s personal battles, a commentary on global crisis and economic turmoil and homage to their now infamous $30,000,000 lawsuit with Virgin Records but [...]

By Helen M. Ryan KROQ Radio claims they “will rule the universe.” The Killers hand-selected the relatively unknowns to open for them on their 2008 North America tour. Yet these elusive young musicians don’t even have an album out yet (their debut, “Habits,” is due in stores and electronically March 16,2010). So who is the [...]

Artist and musician JD Shultz is a man on a mission. For the 6th consecutive year, he makes his way to the Los Angeles Convention Center – with a gift under his arm. His gift is his art – a 4×6 foot original painting called “Reality of Dreams” he created for the 2010 Grammy/MusiCares silent [...]

By Susie Salva Santa Barbara based campy recording artist Katy Perry has released “Katy Perry MTV Unplugged Limited Edition CD + DVD,” on Capitol Records/MTV Television.” The multi-platinum singer-songwriter puts her unique signature of global pop culture on this engaging CD/DVD recorded live in New York on July 22, 2009 presenting some of her most [...]

By Helen M. Ryan “Everything seems easy when you’re 17,” All American Rejects lead singer Tyson Ritter told excited fans at The Roxy in Hollywood while recounting their last trip to Los Angeles. Eight years ago, four boys jumped into a van and drove 18 hours towards LA. Once in Los Angeles, the boys “tore [...]

Written by Susie Salva ‘80′s British Pop Icon’s Duran Duran releases “Rio” Special Limited Edition CD collection and the previously unreleased “Live at the Hammersmith ’82 concert” on CD/DVD both on Capitol/EMI Records. “Rio,” contains expanded 2 CD deluxe package with original U.K. & U.S. album mixes, demos, B-sides. It even includes other rarities like [...]

Each holiday season, tidings of comfort and joy are heard throughout Walt Disney Concert Hall in downtown Los Angeles at the annual Deck the Hall holiday concert series. Beginning December 9, the Los Angeles Philharmonic Association presents artists from around the globe bringing cheer to concert-goers of all ages. From the annual Holiday Sing-A-longs which [...]

Written By Susie Salva. Fresh off his sexually charged performance on the American Music Awards, the American Idol runner up Adam Lambert releases his debut album, “For Your Entertainment,” on 19 Recordings/RCA Records. Viably one of the most highly anticipated albums of the year Lambert delivers some of the finest and electrifying tunes of the [...]

Written by Susie Salva Singer songwriter, guitarist, comedian and celebrity John Mayer releases his fourth studio record, “Battle Studies,” on Columbia Records. The album title was derived by the title name of a book that Mayer stumbled upon when working on this new record. Intelligent, industrious and well spoken, Mayer is the consummate songwriter and [...]

Katy Perry’s MTV Unplugged CD/DVD set is officially out! You can hear see all seven of the tracks here, courtesy of www.MTV.com. The songs include “I Kissed a Girl,” “Waking Up in Vegas,” and the premiere of “Brick by Brick”. Watch them and enjoy. We love Katy!

by Susie Salva Chairlift, a multi-instrumental three-piece rock band, currently hailing from Brooklyn, New York, play a thoughtful, dream-filled techno-pop music combining unforgettable melody with an interesting production and a classical avant-garde sensibility embracing the future. At times it feels as though they are channeling the Yeah, Yeah, Yeah’s similarly from New York City both [...]

By Susie Salva The rock band Train was on the right track with a spirited performance to a nearly sold out crowd at the Majestic Theater in Ventura, California. Front man Pat Monahan is the consummate performer with his soulful swagger and poignant lyrics.

By Susie Salva Southern California native, twenty-one year old, songstress Angel Taylor has just released her debut CD, “Love Travels,” on Aware/Columbia Records. This album is fresh, breezy, pop music straight from the heart. Taylor can best be compared to that of Norah Jones meets Alicia Keys with a twist of Ingrid Michaelson. The 12 [...]

3OH!3 premiered their newest video for “Starstrukk (featuring Katy Perry)” on MTV today. This is the group’s latest single which can be heard in the trailer for “When In Rome,” an upcoming romantic comedy by Touchstone Pictures starring Kristen Bell and Josh Duhamel. 3OH!3’s “Starstrukk” will also be included in the soundtrack of the movie [...]

Written by Susie Salva San Francisco based alternative rockers Train have put forth one of their best efforts on their latest CD release, “Save Me San Francisco,” on Columbia Records. This time out the band pays homage to and demonstrates their affinity for their home base of this cosmopolitan city. Train credits the city of [...]

The beauty of a youthful individual taking action in the name of God, it is both refreshing and breath-taking. It is both powerful and filling. Christian-hip hop artist G-VO fits this build in such a compelling way, and on August 22, he put this all on display at the Ambassador Auditorium in Pasadena, taking a [...]

By Susie Salva Boston based pop-punk rockers Boys Like Girls release their sophomore album “Love Drunk” on Columbia Records, which is thoroughly intoxicating. These four friends didn’t have to look far for inspiration when it came time to record “Love Drunk” the long-awaited follow-up to their self-titled Columbia Records debut. The band knew how much [...]

Hailing from Atlanta, Georgia, lead singer Luke Pilgrim of pop rock band Last November stopped in with LA’s The Place while gearing up for the band’s first west coast tour, to share his destined love with In & Out Burger, how he longs to play scrabble with Mick Jagger, and confirms the rumors that a [...]

With soulful heartfelt lyrics and a true love for life, singer/songwriter Maree McRae is back and stronger than ever. Maree McRae stepped into the music scene as lead singer and multi-instrumentalist for one of the Rocky Mountain region’s most sought after acts, Cadillac Ranch. After some time, she began to think about going solo. McRae’s [...]

Invisible System, a collection of brilliant musicians searching for a common soul, has made their mark on Punt (Made in Ethiopia). Multi-talented instrumentalist and producer Dan Harper put together an ensemble of talented musicians from Ethiopia and around the world to fuse together twelve compelling songs that will bring out the desire of international travel [...]

THE HENRY FONDA MUSIC BOX THEATER IN HOLLYWOOD SATURDAY, JULY 25th 7:30PM – 11:00PM! SEE THE VH-1 SOBER HOUSE SCHOOL OF ROCK BENEFIT SHOW FEATURING PERFORMANCES BY ACE FREHLEY (KISS),KYLE GASS (Tenacious D), STEVEN ADLER (Guns n’ Roses),MIKE STARR (Alice in Chains), and School of Rock All-Star Bands. The show will be taped as a [...]

The members of Sugarwall are not the ordinary musicians struggling to find their voice in a time of economic upheaval. While it may not seem like the safest path to take, these four musicians are taking a chance and reaching for their dreams.  They believe that the opportunity to take your career choices into your [...]

In a time when American Idol teases with the promise of overnight stardom, it’s getting harder to find someone who has paid their dues as so many think they can just roll straight out of bed and right into their dreams. Yet film and television composer Curt Harpel founded his music production company, Hit Citi [...]

Written by Susie Salva Los Angeles resident Pete Yorn has traded in city life for the rolling plains of Nebraska to work on his fourth album entitled, “Back and Fourth”, on Columbia Records with Omaha producer Mike Mogis (Bright Eyes, Rilo Kiley). Yorn spent two months in a guesthouse behind Mogis’s Omaha studio where he made the [...]

Written by Susie Salva Do you have a survival plan in place? That’s the question that Cage9 proposes on their explosive new CD, “Survival Plan”. And they think they have the answer. Cage9, based in Los Angeles, is comprised of Panama transplants Evan Rodaniche and Gustavo Aued on guitars/vocals and bass respectively, LA native Jess [...]

Written by Susie Salva Fresh off their triumphant stint at the Coachella Valley Music Festival the compelling New York City trio Yeah Yeah Yeah’s has released their electrifying CD, “It’s Blitz,” on DGC/Interscope Records. This brilliant CD is just on the heels of their successful 2006, “Show Your Bones”, when they first burst onto the [...]

Written by Susie Salva. San Diego resident and American Idol forerunner Adam Lambert (27) is perhaps one of the best contestants that the American Idol franchise has ever had…this guy is the consummate entertainer. He is now poised to take the crown of American Idol. Lambert possesses all the ingredients that a mega star needs to [...]

Excited music creators from all across the U.S. gathered in huge throngs last week (April 23-25, 2009) for the 4th Annual ASCAP “I Create Music” Expo, all excitedly hoping to happen upon a chance one-on-one encounter with a hot-shot A&R, publisher, or manager, gain valuable insight during the numerous panels featuring music industry veterans, or [...]

Good food, good music, and good will converged on a night to remember hosted by Deborah Gibson and The Gibson Girl Foundation on Tuesday, April 28. Hollywood’s hottest celebrities flocked to the Café La Boheme in West Hollywood for a sold-out benefit event for the Gibson Girl Foundation, a charity that awards scholarships to young [...]

Jay Jessie Johnson, one of the most powerful and electrifying guitarists you will ever hear, has just released his third CD, “Play That Damn Guitar”. With mind blowing guitar riffs throughout, Jay Jessie Johnson hits the guitar with the same veracity as Jimi Hendrix, Stevie Ray Vaughn, Frank Marino and Robin Trower. Coming from the [...]

Created to celebrate and share all the Brits contributions to Los Angeles, this all- encompassing  British events, concerts, car rallies, plays, art exhibits, business mixers, sporting events, films, shopping, pub and restaurant news. You will be surprised at the breadth and depth of the British contribution to Californian life, from being the biggest foreign investors [...]

Steve Hackett, singer, songwriter and legendary guitarist from early Genesis, continues to record and tour the world with new material and promote his new website, www.Hackettsongs.com. With more than fifty years of music experience, Steve Hackett is both an expert electric and acoustic guitarist. Taking music to its extreme limits, Steve Hackett has toured the [...]

Written by Susie Salva Atlanta’s Manchester Orchestra second album, “Mean Everything to Nothing,” on Columbia Records is everything you want a rock record to be: raw, urgent, emotional, and 100 percent authentic. “There’s nothing fake about this record,” says frontman and lyricist Andy Hull. “There’s not one fake sound on it. We recorded it live [...]

Pop & Broadway Star Deborah Gibson and Ryan Black’s 88’s Cabaret want to invite you for a fun evening to benefit the Gibson Girl Foundation, with live performances, silent auction and dinner, to benefit the Gibson Girl Foundation awards scholarships to young performers. Stars from television, stage and film will be there to share in [...]

by Helen M. Ryan Blue October is a little more colorful lately. The hard rock musicians are glad to be making music and have a new album, “Approaching Normal“, set for release March 24, 2009. The emotionally-honest fivesome is already marking its territory on the music charts, and begin touring the U.S. this week. While [...]

By Susie Salva   Pop sensation. Voice of her generation. Fashion designer. Political activist. X-rated sexpert. Fall-down drunk. Queen of Myspace. Exhibitionist. Primadonna. Style icon. Celebrity girlfriend. Celebrity daughter. Celebrity sister. Paparazzi prey. Party starter. Princess. Britain’s Lily Allen, 23, has been called all these things, and much, much more – sometimes with justification, often without. [...]

By Susie Salva Pennsylvania natives Valencia put forth an endearing and inspiring release, “We All Need A Reason To Believe”, on Columbia Records. In the vain of their label mates Boys Like Girls and fellow pop punk rockers like the All American Rejects and Fall Out Boy these guys prove they know how to rock. [...]

The biggest and grandest of football parties in the nation took place at the Playboy Mansion to benefit the California Police Charities on football’s biggest day of the year.

The 51st Annual Grammy Awards took place this past week, and featured unforgettable performances from Sir Paul McCartney, Jennifer Hudson, U2 and more. As rehearsals took place throughout the weekend, Distinctive Assets got the goods to music’s hottest celebrities at their 51st Grammy Awards official gifting suite.

By Susie Salva One of the most dynamic metal-inflected punk band The Offspring has put out and engaging and powerful release, “Rise And Fall Rage And Grace,” on Columbia Records. With Dexter Holland’s most recognizable voice in the business the band puts forth sonically ingrained tunes with an edgy, hard-driving heavy-metal band merging punk rock [...]

Sometimes it takes 12 years to become an overnight success. At least, that’s Of a Revolution’s story. A decade after their first release, O.A.R. is touring in support of their sixth studio album, 2008’s “All Sides”. All Sides features the band’s popular single, “Shattered”, which reached No. 1 on the Adult Album Alternative chart, and grabbed [...]

Meet SexTapes™ , the hot new rock band coming out of LA fronted by Guns N’ Roses member Chris Pitman. A cross between Jane’s Addiction, Led Zeppelin and Queen, with a modern twist, the band has incorporated psychedelic sounds with alternative rock. The band was founded by co-writer Kelly Wheeler who is on guitars, and [...]

Who knew young girls could shriek quite so loudly?  The sound of over-excited tweens and teens filled, and at times overwhelmed, the Honda Center in Anaheim Saturday night, where KIIS FM radio held its annual Jingle Ball concert.

By Susie Salva. Sexy, sultry, soulful Pat Monahan, the voice behind the Grammy award winning rock band Train, releases an entirely acoustic version of his highly successful album, “Last of Seven” on Columbia Records. This time out Monahan utilizes Gospel, soul, rock and rap music to express himself. If you enjoyed the original 14-tracks you’ll [...]

  By Susie Salva        Los Angeles-based Grammy-nominated dance/electronica rock band Shiny Toy Guns release their very satisfying sophomore release entitled, “Season of Poison” on Universal Motown Records.  This highly-anticipated release is the follow up to their critically acclaimed Grammy-nominated debut record, “We Are Pilots”, which was released in 2006 spawning such hits as their riveting [...]

The hottest event in Latin music geared up again for another exciting evening and true to form, Distinctive Assets was there with all the latest must-have products. On November 13th, the 9th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards was held in Houston, Texas at the Toyota Center and Distinctive Assets was there to gift all the presenters and [...]

by Helen M. Ryan The vortex swirled. On the floor in front of the band a big circle opened up. People ran and danced around it, faster and faster. One lone man stood in the middle, arms raised, mesmerized by the band on stage in front of him. Music pounded hard and loud as Rise [...]

by Susie Salva EMI Music has confirmed the DVD release of the feature-length documentary “All Together Now” on Capitol/Apple Corps. Ltd. The DVD will be available in U.S. stores exclusively at Best Buy and at the LOVE Boutique at the Mirage hotel in Las Vegas. The documentary details the story behind the unique partnership between [...]

Not too many girls look like they were destined to be stars. Fresh-faced Brittany Burton looks like she was put on earth to be famous. A singer/songwriter/actress with inspirations such as Brandy, Prince and Stevie Wonder, Brittany has fine-tuned her singing skills by working with various vocal coaches, participating in talent shows and acting in [...]

by Susie Salva Boston based rock-pop band, Boys Like Girls, put forth an exhilarating DVD entitled appropriately, “Read Between the Lines” on Columbia Records. This DVD puts you front and center to these scene kids experience chronicling the band’s live performances, candid interviews and offstage antics. Watching this DVD you feel a genuine affection for [...]

By Susie Salva Jakob Dylan has released his first-ever solo album, “Seeing Things” on Columbia Records and it proves to be an outstanding effort. The songs certainly make the listener sit up and take notice. No doubt there will be comparisons to his iconic father Bob Dylan, but Jakob Dylan can definitely stand on his [...]

Award-winning singer, songwriter and producer, Jd Webb is known to captivate audiences with his soulful voice and charismatic performance style. Noted as a "prolific songwriter" by both Rolling Stone and CCM Magazine and an esteemed recipient of Billboard Magazine’s "Stamp of Approval," Webb has already shown his significance in the music industry. He has been [...]

by Helen M. Ryan The quintessential “80’s hot chick” and one of VH1’s 100 Greatest Women in Rock, Terri Nunn, lead singer of  Berlin, is better than ever; touring, writing, and on the radio. As a young girl, Terri Nunn loved music, lived for music.She spent long hours listening to David Bowie, Robert Plant and [...]

by Susie Salva  Earlier this year, David Bowie was asked by a UK newspaper to compile a selection of 12 songs from his own catalog for a limited edition giveaway CD titled, “iSELECT: BOWIE.” Rather than submitting a surface-skimming list of top hits, Bowie delivered an unexpectedly personal, career-spanning selection of recordings he “never seems [...]

by Susie Salva  U.K. darlings and Astralwerks recording artists the Kooks performed live to a packed house at the newly remodeled Hollywood Palladium on Tuesday, October 28. This band from across the pond put forth an explosive performance showcasing music from both their debut CD “Inside In Inside Out,” and their sophomore disc “Konk.” Lead [...]

By Susie Salva.     Capitol/EMI Records has released “Tina!”, the music icon, Rock & Roll Hall of Famer and the undisputed Queen of Rock ‘N’ Roll Tina Turner’s  long awaited return, featuring a new 18-track CD and Digital collection of Turner’s top hits, rare live recordings and two exclusive new songs – the definitive collection. With [...]

Bathed in blue light, the silhouette of a violinist walks onto the stage of Royce Hall and freezes in tableau. The 2nd violin, as well as the violist and the cellist, emerge from the wings and take their positions at the four corners of the stage. They begin to play. This is not the classic, [...]

by Susie Salva For more than 25 years, UB40 has been one of the world’s premiere pop-reggae acts, with several international chart-topping singles and global sales totaling more than 70 million albums. This fall, Virgin/EMI Records releases “UB40: Greatest Hits”, a new CD and digital collection of 21 of their top hits and standout tracks [...]

by Susie Salva Grammy award winner Rick Springfield, 59, may be best known for his 1981 Billboard Hot 100 chart sensation, “Jessie’s Girl”, but this Australian singer has weathered through the tumultuous music business. Spawning an enduring career spanning some 40 years, Springfield releases his first new full-length studio record, “Venus In Overdrive” on New [...]

As the sun set over Hollywood Blvd., luminous lights set the pace for an adventurous evening at the Kress, as Hennessy teamed up with Ne-yo, and LL Cool Jay for the “Hennessy Artistry – The Global Art of Mixing” event.  As the red carpet rolled out and VIPs filled the scene, the line wrapped around the [...]

Brian Anthony, an up and coming artist with some pretty amazing chops, shot the music video for his new song “Worked Up!” at the Fox Studio’s ‘New York Street’ lot on Sunday, September 14th. The singer/songwriter/producer’s star is rising with two international chart-topping singles already under his belt; "Come and Get It," from the 20th [...]

It’s a good week for Erin Hamilton as she knocks out Rihanna and takes control of the Billboard Club Chart with her latest single, “Control Yourself,” her second consecutive single to reach #1 position this year on the Billboard Hot Dance Club Play Chart (September 30, 2008 issue). After being released with remixes by huge [...]

By Susie Salva Atlanta-based alt. rock the electric Family Force 5 (FF5) releases their futuristic sophomore effort, “Dance Or Die", on Transparent Media Group/EMI with amazing results. They are already topping the charts debuting at #30 on Billboard’s Top 200 Albums chart and an unbelievable #8 on the Alternative Rock chart. These guys are anything [...]

World-class singer Natacha Atlas will make a very rare appearance at the El Rey Theatre in Los Angeles on November 9th, as well as perform at the San Francisco Jazz Festival on November 6th. Natacha Atlas has been on tour to promote her new CD, Ana Hina. Touring with her new band, the Mazeeka Ensemble, [...]

by Helen M. Ryan Sam Endicott appears calm, despite the fact that thousands of people are waiting in the amphitheater just outside. With less than two hours to go before stepping onto the main stage, The Bravery frontman and songwriter relaxes in the tour bus, strumming quietly on his guitar. Having just returned from an [...]

by Helen M. Ryan Linkin Park held the audience captive even before they came onstage. The amphitheater was shrouded in darkness and man-made smoke billowed out. Suddenly, the Street Drum Corps, clad in black-light sensitive clothing and reflective instruments, burst onto the scene and broke into tribal drumming. Then, as purple and blue lights engulfed [...]

It was a sad and shocking weekend for the entertainment world. First, comedian Bernie Mac died from complications due to pneumonia on Saturday and then word came that musician and cultural icon Isaac Hayes was found dead in his home on Sunday.  As news sinks in of their deaths, LA’s the Place takes a look [...]

By Susie Salva For nearly 22 years Poison has been rockin’ hard and now they release their latest effort, “Live, Raw & Uncut”, a CD/DVD available exclusively at Best Buy, which is being released by Mailboat Records. This collection, the band’s first in over a decade – includes all of the multi-platinum rockers’ greatest hits performed [...]

By Susie Salva The most highly anticipated album of the year, Coldplay’s “Viva La Vida or Death And All His Friends,” on Capitol/EMI records stands up to all of its hype. The 10-song 42-minute, or 46 minute hidden song can be listened to in the time it takes to watch your favorite episode of CSI. [...]

by Susie Salva  “Konk", the eagerly awaited sophomore album by British rock band the Kooks has been released on Astralwerks Records. “Konk,” is the follow-up effort to their hugely successful 2006 debut, “Inside In/Inside Out", which sold some two million copies worldwide and spawned massive singles, “She Moves In Her Own Way”, “You Don’t Love [...]

Phoenix Block is collectively four unique individuals who create an unquestionably amazing sound. Through the band’s gripping music and words, one can truly sense the desire and passion that drives the members and fuels the energy encompassed by their groundbreaking new debut full-length album, "Chemtrails".  LA’s the Place chatted with all of them about life, love [...]

Meet up and coming teen sensation Justin Stein. This newcomer is set to be the opening act for Corbin Bleu of “High School Musical” throughout his summer 2008 tour across the Midwest. As a singer, actor, dancer, songwriter, and composer, Justin Stein is quickly becoming known for his mix of pop, rock, and R&B sound. [...]

The cultural fusion of hip hop and rock and roll continued full force Friday night June 20th at the Boost Mobile Rock Corps (BMRC) Los Angeles Concert Friday night at the Gibson Amphitheater in Studio City. Many Guests hosted by comedian/actor Tracy Morgan (with a surprise visit from Diddy), and boosted in between sets by [...]

International superstar Natacha Atlas has teamed up with "The Mazeeka Ensemble" for her new CD ‘Ana Hina.’ Natacha Atlas is a Belgian singer famous for her Arabic singing fused with modern western music. Her previous recordings have made her name synonymous with world music. Her work with the band Trans-Global Underground became the main influence [...]

Bubbles, beats, and beautiful people encircled Los Angeles hot spot Opera on Wednesday, June 25 2008 for up and coming pop star Chelsea E.’s  “Greenlight Girl” exclusive album release party. Opera is known for its posh atmosphere, elite guest lists, hot events, and A-list celebrities who attend nightly, making it the ideal place for Chelsea [...]

By Susie Salva When you think of the Steve Miller Band you undoubtedly think of one of the most recognized guitar riff ever for the song “Fly Like An Eagle.” It’s hard to believe that the Steve Miller Band has been around for four decades. Capitol/EMI releases the deluxe “Fly Like An Eagle: The 30th [...]

Being an aspiring singer is no easy feat, and trying to make it in Los Angeles is even tougher. Blonde bombshell Kaitlyn Anderson not only has made it from the bottom up – she’s ended up making an impact on indie radio airwaves after only one week on radio. As a child, Kaitlyn was inspired [...]

By Susie Salva MTV & rock icon Billy Idol releases his greatest hits, “The Very Best of Billy Idol: Idolize Yourself” on Capitol/EMI records. For all of his fans, this is the definitive collection the Deluxe Edition includes 18 tracks with two all-new recorded songs and a DVD containing 13 videos that characterize the ‘80′s [...]

The 2nd Annual Choreography Media Honors in Association with Dance Camera West honored the craft and art of choreography for the camera on June 13th at the Director’s Guild of America. Presented in conjunction with the 7th Annual 2008 Dance Camera West Media Film Festival ( a month long festival that devotes itself to the [...]

From the days of The Doors and Janis Joplin to Motley Crue and Poison, L.A. has always been a hotspot for musicians. But what about the not so mainstream bands like hard core metalists Archaic Plague?  If their very loyal and expansive following is any indication, Southern California is the place for them as well. [...]

On June 23rd, New Era and Belvedere Vodka hosted a celebration to honor the new album release of R&B artist Nelly and his performance in the upcoming BET Awards. “Brass Knuckles”, Nelly’s brand new album, will be released this August by Derrty Entertainment/Universal Motown. The album is a follow-up to Nelly’s earth shaking “Country Grammar”, [...]

Amidst the gorgeous décor that is the Whiskey Blue Bar at the W Los Angeles performed Ireland’s number one artist Paddy Casey. The second show of the W Wonderlust Live tour was hosted by none other than Grammy-Award winning music producer Bryan Michael Cox. DJ Tony Okungbowa entertained VIP guests with hit beats before Paddy [...]

by Susie Salva Santa Barbara, CA native and music’s newest “It Girl”, Katy Perry, 23, releases her new debut album, “One of the Boys” on Capitol Records on June 17th. Perry, a witty, pop-rock gem showcases her sharp, candid lyrics, big voice, and feisty, girl-power swagger as well as appealing vulnerability. “One of the Boys” [...]

Seven-nights-a-week for 66 continuous days, Universal CityWalk will be offering non-stop entertainment completely free of charge. They are featuring top celebrity and tribute band concert performances, salsa dance lessons, the ever-pleasing free outdoor movie night, and star-turning talent competitions. All of this free entertainment is available for all from June 26 to August 31. KIIS-FM [...]

Spanning all genres, UCLA Live unveils their 2008-2009 Season featuring an eclectic, yet visionary collection of artists. Artistic director, David Sefton announced the nine-month season, which will run from October 1, 2008 to June 20, 2009. Consisting of 94 performances, the upcoming season will feature, dance, spoken word, family, organ, classical, jazz,, world, folk, roots [...]

by Susie Salva Seattle based alt rockers Jminus put forth an outstanding effort on their double 28-song disc, “Sun and Moon”. This Indie Rock band makes their music sound mainstream with jazzy riffs, crunchy guitars, and engaging vocals courtesy of – Trevor Wheetman, Chris Mongillo and Tasha Ehoff. Founded by a musical prodigy, who is [...]

By Maritza Castello The folk-rock Portland based band Weinland has portrayed their musical genius ever since they came out with their first album, Demersville, in 2006.  Now with the introduction of their second album La Lamentor, which was released March 4, 2008, they have once again proven their talent. This last album has been triumphant [...]

Every month I get excited when my Nylon Magazine arrives in the mail. My favorite issue is the annual “School of Rock” music issue. The latest and greatest bands are featured and wonderful editorials are on every page. Nylon, along with MySpace, brought the pages of the June “School of Rock” issue to life. The [...]

Being an aspiring singer is no easy feat, and trying to make it in Los Angeles is even tougher. Blonde-bombshell Kaitlyn Anderson not only has made it from the bottom up—she’s ended up making an impact on indie radio airwaves after only one week on radio. As a child, Kaitlyn was inspired by the powerful [...]

California has always been best known for its great weather and beaches, and in the music scene, So Cal is known for its surf rock roots. Living here in LA, we all know that there’s nothing better than laying out in the sun on the beach or by a pool, grabbing a cold drink and [...]

“The Young and The Restless,” is about to get a little bit hotter on Thursday, June 12th because music’s newest “it girl,” Katy Perry, is going to make her acting debut. The “internet darling” will play herself posing for the cover of the second issue of Restless Style magazine on the classic soap. Not a [...]

Sometimes you wonder if it is possible for celebrities to really have it all, looks, brains and talent. Usually people assume they have a combination of two and perhaps the third is created superficially… Not the case with multi-talented pop singer, songwriter, actress, and dancer Montana Tucker. This little lady is set to release her [...]

Daughter of legendary comedian Carol Burnett and T.V producer/jazz musician Joe Hamilton, Erin Hamilton is making a name for herself with her new single “Control Yourself” (available the second week of June at www.perfectbeat.com) after her recent number one Billboard Club hit, “The Flame.” “Control Yourself,” which was co-written and produced by Scott Anderson of [...]

Mike Myer’s new movie, “The Love Guru” doesn’t hit theaters until June 20th, but you don’t have to wait that long to listen to the soundtrack. While the CD won’t be available in stores until June 17th, you can listen to select songs from the movie, including Mike Myer’s rendition of the Steve Miller Band [...]

by Susie Salva Welsh native Duffy released her first U.S. single “Mercy” off of the “Rockferry” album on Mercy Records exploding on its way up to the Billboard Hot 100. “Mercy” was recently featured in a steamy scene on “Grey’s Anatomy” and it is the strongest track on the disc. Duffy, 23 has a soulful [...]

Janet Jackson has just posted a blog regarding her upcoming tour on her MySpace Celebrity page! She tells her fans that she is quite excited to be touring again, as it has been seven years since she has last been on tour. She has even set up a number, (310) 622-8139, for fans to call [...]

Multi-Award winning Broadway legend and Disney sensation Lea Salonga set to perform in Los Angeles at the Walt Disney Concert Hall. Best known for originating the role of Kim in the musical Miss Saigon, Lea Salonga is also a bona fide “Disney Princess.” Salonga is the glorious singing voices of Princess Jasmine and Fa Mulan [...]

Everything and everyone in LA seems to be famous, but not many things are more notorious than the Sunset Strip. Known for its rich music history, The Strip has been home to music lovers and rock venues for generations – that is why the famous clubs that live on Sunset are coming together on June [...]

MTV Music Videos MTV Shows Entertainment News   You may have seen the "dancing politicians" video last week, but here is the OFFICIAL "Violet Hill" video from Coldplay’s upcoming "Viva La Vida" out June 17th! COLDPLAY – "VIVA LA VIDA" NORTH AMERICAN TOUR (all dates are subject to change) Date City Venue Public On Sale [...]

You may recognize her as one of the sexy members of the girl group The Pussycat Dolls, but Carmit Bachar is stepping out on her own, having been named by FHM as one of the 100 Sexiest Women in the World of 2008. The title isn’t exactly a new thing for Bachar, who has previously [...]

By Susie Salva Seven-time Grammy winner Alanis Morissette is set to release “Flavors of Entanglement” on Maverick/Reprise records on June 10th, her first studio album in four years. Recently, we had the opportunity to get Alanis’ personal perspective on things. Q: The new album obviously comes from kind of a dark place; you’ve talked about [...]

For three days, May 3, 4, and 5th, the polo fields of Indio, Ca. were transformed into a Country Western Mecca for the 2nd. Annual Stagecoach Festival. There were concerts on three stages, food courts, mechanical bull riding tents, and beer gardens. Lots and lots of beer gardens. So many kegs of beer met their [...]

It is really no surprise that Crosby Loggins (son of two-time Grammy-winner Kenny Loggins) was voted America’s fan favorite on MTV’s “Rock the Cradle.” The new reality show was based on nine MTV icon offspring performing before a panel of music industry heavyweights (most notably Belinda Carlisle of the Go-Go’s and Britney Spears’ manager Larry [...]

Spring in Los Angeles may feel distinctly British this year, where BritWeek 2008 will be in full force between April 24, 2008 – May 10, 2008. Created by 19 Entertainment President and American Idol Exec Producer Nigel Lythgoe, BritWeek 2008 promises to celebrate the major investments and strong influences that the Brits have had on [...]

by Susie Salva Nashville native Landon Pigg, 24, has just released  five-songs (is available from digital download  at iTunes and other outlets) entitled, “Coffee Shop,” on RCA Records showcasing his limber vocals as a singer-songwriter crooning an intimate selection of failed relationship tunes giving fans a better look into Pigg’s mind and his whimsical ways. Listeners [...]

Sexy Hair, known for its hot products to create fabulous sexy hair recently announced their new Sexy Hair Representatives. One of the fastest growing hair care companies, Sexy Hair, teamed up with Girlicious, the hottest and newest group to be the fresh faces for Sexy Hair products. “Girlicious is happening right now and their energy, sexiness and [...]

By Susie Salva Something earthy and unexpected, that brightens the landscape with it’s deep tones and originality. Something that surprises and tantalizes you with its beauty and roots firmly planted in a sometime-harsh terrain. Something you happen across by chance and will never forget. That is “Desert Rose” by singer songwriter Ruby James. James vocal prowess [...]

In celebration of the launch of Caress Brazilian Exotic Oil Infusions body wash, Nicole Scherzinger (The Pussycat Dolls) has released a remake of the Duran Duran hit, "Rio." Like Nicole herself, the new Brazilian remake aims to inspire and encourage women to reveal their charm, Brazilian spirits and even their more sensuous sides.  For your [...]

Mariah graced the Universal Studios Citywalk with her presence yesterday when she donated a few items to the Hard Rock Cafe, and had an autograph signing session for her new CD, E=MC 2. I am thinking that one of the things she donated was a watch because she was two hours late for the event… [...]

From a girl group to dramatic reality TV and back to music as a solo artist, Chelsea E. has been steadily climbing the entertainment industry ladder for years. Many artists in the music business like to find ways to cut corners to get to the top. This is fine for an artist that just wants [...]

You can meet singing sensatation Mariah Carey in person, live, at Universal CityWalk at Universal Studios Hollywood, The Entertainment Capital of L.A., for an autograph signing of her new album E=MC² and memorabilia donation to the Hard Rock Café. Mariah  recently celebrated her 18th #1 hit single, “Touch My Body,” from her highly-anticipated upcoming album, [...]

Notorious 80′s rock band Motley Crue held a press conference at The Avalon in Hollywood on April 15th to announce their plans for Crue Fest. Dubbed "The Loudest Show on Earth," Crue Fest will of course feature Motley Crue as the headlining act, as well as fellow rockers, Buckcherry, Papa Roach, Nikki Sixx‘s other project, [...]

LA’s the Place is offering another exciting giveaway, this time for LA Phil’s Philharmonia Orchestra. Leave a comment below or subscribe and you will be entered to win two tickets to the May 7th performance at 8:00 PM at the Walt Disney Concert Hall. Direct from London, the Philharmonia Orchestra will perform in L.A. for [...]

By Susie Salva   Portland, Oregon the multi-platinum alt. rock band Everclear have just released their 2008 collection entitled, "The Vegas Years," on Capitol/EMI records which has the band performing a dynamic and eclectic array of cover tunes. This is definitely by far not a collection of lounge tunes but rather a fine gathering of [...]

Danity Kane, the hot Pop/Hip-Hop group from MTV’s number one show, "Making the Band", is dropping their new album on April 18th and miss Wanita “D.WOODS” Woodgett is ready to break open the hip-hop scene all on her own. All set for a huge media tour, D. Woods is quickly becoming the new face of [...]

With mesmerizing skill and instrumental memory, the SF Jazz Collective coalesced homage-paying with legacy-building. Eight strong, this compilation of great artistry provided a riveting performance at UCLA’s Royce Hall Auditorium, honoring jazz giant Wayne Shorter. The audience received more than a show. An experience was delivered—via vibraphone, saxophone, trumpet, trombone, bass, drums, and piano. The [...]

Tom Petty Benefit Concert on April 12, 2008 in Malibu Tom Petty and Mudcrutch is something you don’t want to miss out on if you’re going to be in Malibu, California on April 12, 2008. Held in an intimate setting at the Malibu Performing Arts Center, proceeds from the concert will benefit the Midnight Mission. [...]

Open your sax case, dust off those keys, and make music again. Get Your Chops Back at The Music Center 135 N. Grand Ave. (Between Temple & 2nd Street) Saturday April 19th, 2008 9:30am – 1:30pm Connect with the musician inside and flex those music-making muscles again! A low-risk, mistakes-allowed saxophone workshop featuring Traditional/Classical explorations, [...]

Staying true to her word, singer, songwriter, and fashion entrepreneur Hanna Rochelle Schmieder (known by her fans as HANNA), “has always made it about the music.” The multitalented beauty captivated family and friends as she showcased collections from her successful clothing line Lyric Culture and sampled tracks from her new album “HANNA – Wound & [...]

British crossover R&B group, Livin Out Loud are already celebrating the success of their single “Lately,” off their album “What About Us,” which was released just over a month ago on February 18th. “Lately” has clearly had a positive impact on audiences, being the third most added record on the Radio and Records charts – just [...]

by Susie Salva New Jersey natives feel good musicians Postmark Twain are bent on making their mark producing a slick follow up to their first EP, "Timing Is Everything," with their 5-song EP entitled, "Cause and Effect" that showcases their unique brand of honest, straight-forward music. Technically falling under the pop moniker, these guys are [...]

The Darlings rock band of the South Bay section of Los Angeles has released a high- powered six song EP that will no doubt get them some serious attention. Los Angeles has long been the rock capital of the world and it seems the nucleus of another great band has formed in the South Bay [...]

Los Angeles was founded on the notion that anyone can create, express and perform. The Miracle Project has been helping children with autism do just that for years. They invite you to come celebrate their goal to bring creative opportunities to everyone at HD Buttercup next Wednesday, April 3rd. FLY promises to be the charity [...]

The Zachariah Bryant Fashion Show at Em & Co was a fabulous affair. The locale was one of the little shops on west 3rd St. As guests came in starting at around 6:30 they were able to look through the wonderful clothes and truly beautiful handmade jewelry on display. Champagne and vodka were served as well [...]

by Susie Salva Sydney, Australian rockers The Vines release a fine effort, "The Best of the Vines Collection," on Capitol/EMI Records. This 16-Track CD and Digital Album is The Vines’ first compilation release featuring singles and deeper cuts spanning the band’s three-studio albums released between 2002 and 2006. The Vines are a combination of sonic [...]

Orange County has come to be known for its plastic-is-fantastic ladies who lunch, but the crowd in the “American Riviera” is good at giving back too. At the Festival of Children Foundation’s Festival of Children™ benefit event last week, over $6000 was raised for the foundation. This non-profit’s mission is to offer support services and [...]

Based in Claremont, CA, and specializing in period instruments, the Con Gioia Early Music Ensemble gave a performance much different from the normal musical fare. The anchor of the group was a harpsichord, which was surrounded by a viola, a baroque violin, lute, and a theorbo, which is like a lute except three times longer. The musicians [...]

In October 2003, the doors opened to one of the world’s most celebrated venues – the Frank Gehry designed Walt Disney Concert Hall. The building has become a cultural landmark in Los Angeles as well as "a sensational place to hear music…In richness of sound, it has few rivals on the international scene, and in terms [...]

It’s not often that you find an immensely talented group of young musicians completely dedicated to what they do. But if you take a look at the Raleigh, NC based rock band, Inside The Flame, that’s exactly what you’ll find. Inside The Flame has been together for 4 years and have been busy making a [...]

Indie diva Chantele DiBrava takes on the role of pop-arazzi and dishes it out to Lindsay Lohan and Britney Spears in two new songs; music fans take notice and give the song “Britney Spears: The True Hollywood Story” over 200,000 plays on MySpace in the first week of release. On Monday February 4, 2008 independent [...]

It’s 2008. But watching blonde bombshell Samantha Mollen croon in her sailor inspired dress at old school venue Hotel Cafe this past Monday night, it feels like 1972 at the underground Max’s Kansas City club where the beer was always warm, and the music was always hot. Can you dig it? A little known punk [...]

by Susie Salva Girl’s just want to have fun is not just a campy song, but a motto for multi-platinum power pop punk rocker the Canadian born Avril Lavigne. Her eagerly awaited third album, "The Best Damn Thing," on RCA records is a testament to her having fun with her feet stomping and fist pumping [...]

by Susie Salva  Roxy Music’s finest filmed moments documented in "The Thrill of it All: A Visual History (1972-1982)" on Virgin/EMI records. This definitive anthology presents 38 music videos, concert performances and TV appearances in a 2 DVD set. Since the early 1970′s Roxy Music has been known for its combination distinctive experimentation, sophisticated wit [...]

by Susie Salva Multi-platinum Canadian pop punk dynamo Avril Lavigne has recently released her third album, "The Best Damn Thing" on RCA records. Lavigne is touring in support of this new effort and has taken the time out of her busy schedule to participate in a Q&A conference call. The following is what ensued: Q: [...]

Juliana Gondek – an internationally acclaimed opera and oratorio star – and Clifton Massey – a countertenor – will replace Michael Maniaci in the Con Gioia Early Music Ensemble Concert on Friday, February 22nd. The young New York male soprano is ill and will be unable to travel from New York to take part in [...]

Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock hosted a pre-Grammy party to benefit VH1’s Save the Music Foundation. This star-studded event took place at the Hollywood hotspot Boulevard3. Among the stars showing their support and gracing the red carpet were: Audrina Pattridge from MTV’s The Hills, Olympic Gold Medalist Tara Lipinski, from the hit NBC show [...]

Legendary rock drummer Neal Smith, formerly with the original Alice Cooper Group, launches his new CD this month entitled ‘Sexual Savior.’ Calling his new band ‘KillSmith,’ this aggressive masterpiece is aimed at today’s hard rock market but will no doubt appeal to anyone with anti-social tendencies. Neal Smith is recognized world-wide as an early pioneer [...]

When you think of Sundance you automatically think of movies, however at LIVEStyle’s Top of Main during the film festival’s weekend, it was all about the music. As In 2 it Media presented the "I’m with the Band" event, top names in the entertainment industry hopped on stage and rocked out.   On Sunday, January [...]

Appearing in Los Angeles for the first time since 1990, The Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra will be performing at the Walt Disney Concert Hall on January 29th & 30th at 8:00 p.m. The Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra of Amsterdam is known around the world for it’s more than 1,000 recordings, featuring velvet strings, golden brass, and exceptional [...]

By Susie Salva Wondering what Michelle Branch has been up to lately? She is half of the country crossover duo the Wreckers along side her partner Jessica Harp. The two have just released a new live CD/DVD entitled, “Way Back Home: Live From New York” on Warner Brothers records. These country darlings are spunky, energetic, [...]

By Susie Salva, LA’s The Place Music Critic Recently, I was fortunate enough to be able to participate in a Q&A through LA’s The Place Magazine with Chester Bennington and Mike Shinoda from Linkin Park.  The band is touring in support of the new album, Minutes to Midnight.  They’ll be launching a North American tour [...]

Kyle Sweet, guitarist/singer-songwriter, releases "Another Whiskey Night (Without You)" mp3 as well as book of poetry, "Echoes of Yesterday." An emotional and progressive guitarist, Sweet stands out with his sudden "altered state-esque" guitar explosions, mixed with harmonies that were Influenced by the attitude of McQueen Street and Enuff Z’Nuff. Showing off his creative side, Sweet [...]

Actress and singing sensation, Cynthia Basinet, knows a thing or two about show business and romance. Her passion-filled music could take audiences to heaven and back on a clear moonlit night.  Basinet is an ex-Ford supermodel, a mother, an activist, was partnered with a high profile actor in Hollywood, is a Nobel Peace Prize nominated [...]

EDDIE KRAMER RETROSPECTIVE Hear amazing stories from legendary rock producer Eddie Kramer on December 14th. As the guy behind the sound of some of the most of classic rock records during modern rock’s Golden Age, Kramer is being honored with a Retrospect at Von Dutch LA. Not only did Kramer work as a producer/engineer on [...]

By Susie Salva Spend the holidays with Rick Springfield on his new Christmas CD, “Christmas With You,” on DKE/Gomer Records. This beautiful, elegant and touching CD is the perfect gift for those on your holiday gift list. Springfield puts forth lovely versions of fourteen traditional holiday classics including, “The First Noel,” “Hark The Herald Angels [...]

Grammy nominee and multi-platinum singer Joss Stone gets in the Christmas spirit, releasing the singe, “All I Want For Christmas,” a song she recorded in the middle of her big European tour  last month. Written and produced by Dan Mackenzie, the song came about a year ago when the Emmy nominated songwriter had been commissioned [...]

November 14th – Los Angeles, CA She shakes out orange and rocks down hard She pump thrusts into the air She reaches out and beckons us  Three guitarists stand across and rock down in banged unison Transformer lights throb The music revs towards Caterpillar speakers can’t wiggle But blow us out We posh mosh forward through [...]

In 1972, a Scottish singer and song writer named Alex Harvey combined forces with a progressive rock band called ‘Tear Gas’. This combination of forces created one of the greatest rock acts of all time, The Sensational Alex Harvey Band (SAHB). With Alex Harvey (vocals), Zal Cleminson (guitar), Chris Glen (bass), Ted McKenna (drums) and [...]

Some of music’s and Hollywood’s biggest stars will unite to support this benefit concert, cocktail reception and auction, which aims to help The Midnight Mission. Taking place on December 14th at the Malibu Performing Arts Center, Dick Van Dyke and Fritz Coleman (NBC weatherman) will co-host the festivities. Live performances by REO Speedwagon UNPLUGGED which [...]

Guitar Hero® III: Legends of Rock continues to build on Guitar Hero’s successful easy to play, but challenging to master gameplay mechanic to take the franchise to a whole new level. Exclusive Rock Soundtrack The game offers a truly legendary track list from bands like Aerosmith, Sex Pistols, Guns ‘N’ Roses, Rolling Stones, Metallica, and Pearl [...]

by Susie Salva Hair band fans unite! Mad Margritt have just released "Animal" on Perris records and they are out to make their mark. This explosive, high-energy rock outfit based out of Atlanta, Georgia is pulling out all the stops with this hard-driving rock ‘n roll CD. This time out Eddie Smith’s vocals are refined [...]

by Susie Salva  Don’t worry “Help!” is on it’s way. Apple Corp/Capitol Records is releasing “Help!” 2 set DVD fully digitally restored film with a newly created 5.1 soundtrack featuring those lads from Liverpool…the Beatles. The Fab Four, John, Paul, George and Ringo participate in a corny caper as the story follows The Beatles as [...]

If the words "Idan Raichel Project" do not immediately set off a whirlwind of images in your mind full of culture, art, music, peace and feel good rhythms then you are missing out on the newest cultural art movement on the international pop scene. Last Thursday night this group performed at Royce Hall at UCLA, [...]

For a person experiencing IAMX for the first time, it is an awakening into the beautiful world of dark fantasies. With front man Chris Corner, IAMX executed a short, but fierce performance last Saturday, November 3, at the El Rey Theatre on Wilshire Boulevard. They are on the North American leg of their tour for [...]

"Think this line is long?" The question was phrased within footprint decals on the red carpet leading to the Hard Rock Café of Universal City Walk October 26th. The much longer line that the message was meant to present: the line for Organ Recipients.   The Cause  The second annual Alex Band’s Donate Life Rocks [...]

On November 6th, singer Avril Lavigne took to the Whisky A-Go-Go’s stage to promote her upcoming "Best Damn Tour." Planning to hit the North American road beginning in March, Avril and her band will make a stop in L.A on May 4th. "I can’t wait to get back out on the road! I have the [...]

by Susie Salva  Deck the halls – multiple Grammy nominee and pop instrumentalist/saxophonist extraordinaire Dave Koz releases a new holiday CD and the 10th anniversary edition of the "Dave Koz and Friends A Smooth Jazz Christmas tour 2007" Capitol Music Group releases "Memories of a Winter’s Night," Koz’s third holiday CD.   As one of [...]

Double Bass Productions and Mike Wittmers present a new artistic fusion of tap and rock proving that tap dance is no longer simply a nostalgic relic from the past or a hobby old Broadway fans. Danced to the beats of rock classics such as Jimi Hendrix, Led Zeppelin, John Mayer, Stevie Rae Vaughn and many [...]

For one day only, the Hollywood & Highland Center will present Live Art ’07, a festival of art, music, film and photography on November 3rd. This free event will showcase the talents of various local artists who were discovered through Hollywood & Highland’s community portal, www.livelargehere.com. A portion of the proceeds from all art sales [...]

More cheese, please! Artist and songwriter Allee Willis and Gnarls Barkley vocalist Holly Palmer adeptly bridged the gap between plain and fancy, yesterday and tomorrow, classic and futuristic, vintage and post-modern and good taste and tasting good at the launch party Wednesday night for their alter egos’ record launch/web site/art store opening: Bubbles & Cheesecake. [...]

Members of the band, Livin Out Loud, dish on their musical influences, success, and their current album. Read More in Music…

Livin Out Loud, a Los Angeles based group, has been breaking down doors and blowing up in the UK, Europe and Japan and and is quickly becoming the one of the most buzzed about groups in the LA music scene. Members of the group sat down to answer questions for LA’s The Place.  LATP: How did [...]

by Susie Salva  For over a decade Matchbox Twenty has been writing and recording some of the most enduring hit singles ever. Now, after a three-hiatus and nearly a five year lapse since their last studio album, Matchbox Twenty is releasing an album with 11 greatest hits and 6 brand new cuts pleasing their strong [...]

Combining their love for theatre and music, Ty Taylor (Rockstar: INXS), Jason Wooten (The Rocky Horror Show Live!) and Douglas Crawford (Jersey Boys) wrote a rock musical of their own.  The result of this collaboration is The Existents, the story of a fictitious rock band’s trials and tribulations, a la VH-1′s Behind the Music. On [...]

by Susie Salva  The affable and talented Brit James Blunt released his sophomore effort, "All the Lost Souls," on Custard/Atlantic records. In nearly three years since Blunt released his debut album, "Back to Bedlam," it has sold 11 million copies worldwide, going No.1 in 18 countries and Top 10 in 35. A short list of [...]

By Susie Salva Sexy, seductive, and sincere sums up Pat Monahan’s (the voice behind the rock band Train) live performance at the House of Blues Sunset Strip on Saturday, October 6th. Monahan’s performance is like a religious experience where he infuses rock, soul, R&B, and gospel imbued tunes. Casually dressed in a white T-shirt, black [...]

The Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas is host to the Vegas Music Experience.?Presented by Billboard and Vegas Alliance, the VME is an International Music Conference held October 4th -10th.?Joining forces with the Billboard Dance Music Summit, the VME is on track to becoming one of the world’s largest and most important International Music Conferences.? [...]

L.A audiences will get a chance to get a taste of the music from the new rock theatrical, “The Existents” during their exclusive West Coast Premiere Concert Presentation. Scheduled for October 8th at the famed Whiskey A Go Go, the show will feature Kyle Lowder from “The Bold and The Beautiful” and will include song [...]

Downtown Burbank was bustling with activity on Thursday, September 27th from 5.30 pm to 9.30 pm. An estimated 1,500 patrons had gathered on San Fernando Valley between Magnolia & Orange Grove to taste the best of downtown Burbank. 30 restaurants and eateries offered a tasting of their lip-smacking food that was accompanied by foot-tapping live [...]

Gregory Markel, a.k.a. “The Voice” performed at The Derby, Tuesday, Sept. 18th at Cindy Alexander’s West Coast CD Release party. Often compared to such powerhouse greats as Bono, Robert Plant, Jeff Buckley and Sufi singer Nusrat Ali Khan, former “Altered State” singer/songwriter pounds out soulful acoustic ballads including his classic “Strong As I Am” featured [...]

IAMX–the name itself rolls off the tongue like an entwined love affair, too breathtaking for the ordinary person.  And like the name, Chris Corner of IAMX entangles his audience in a sort of sexuality barely containable on one auditory CD. Which is why, with more to offer, IAMX’s second album, The Alternative, is an epicurean [...]

Hollywood has grown up… The pop stars of generation X have grown past the age of being appealing to youngsters. Now it is time for the limelight to shift to new faces and fresh talent who will lead the way as positive role models for a new POP-thirsty generation.  What seems like a perfect time [...]

Gregory Markel, nicknamed “The Voice” due to his impressive 4 octave range, will be showcasing his soulful talents when he performs at The Derby on September 18th. Masterfully connecting with the audience, his live shows have been described by Music Connection magazine as “an almost spiritual level of experience.” He found success on The BBC [...]

Italian opera star, Luciano Pavarotti died today at the age of 71. Luciano Pavarotti’s death came after a battle with pancreatic cancer. Word came from his longtime manager, Terri Robson, who told the AP in an e-mailed statement that Pavarotti died at his home in Modena, Italy, Thursday, at 5 a.m. local time. He lost consciousness [...]

By Susie Salva Mesa, Arizona natives Jimmy Eat World releases the re-issue ?Clarity? on EMI/Capitol Records, proving to be a descent effort exploring heavy punk rock sounds with emo sensibility. ?Clarity? delves into themes of clearness in both life and relationships. Jimmy Eat World is comprised of Jim Adkins(vocals/guitar), Zach Lind (drums), Tom Linton(guitar/vocals) and [...]

by Susie Salva Seductive and successful singer-songwriter Pat Monahan releases his debut solo album, "Last of Seven," on Columbia Records, which finds the sultry and soulful artist exploring soul rock, pop music and gospel rhythms. This CD takes his characteristic soaring, emotive vocals and powerful storytelling lyrics-behind such distinctive hits as "Drops of Jupiter," "Meet [...]

The legendary Judy Collins released her 44th album, "Judy Collins Sings Lennon & McCartney" on her own label Wildflower Records. Although Collins has recorded songs by celebrated songwriters such as Bob Dylan, Joni Mitchell and Leonard Cohen and others, Collins only recorded one song written by John Lennon & Paul McCartney. She recorded "In My [...]

Since the release of her 2001 debut CD, "Appearances", independent pop artist Nikkole has made her presence known on the music scene. As a singer, songwriter, model and producer, she’s making quite an impact in the states, as well as the rest of the world.  Having released her sophomore effort,  "A Girl Like Me," on [...]

The Ford Amphitheatre in Hollywood will be home to “An Evening of Independence: A Celebration of Singers, Songwriters and Music” on August 26th.  Organized by Koffeehouse Music Productions, this charity event, featuring up and coming indie artists, many of whom were found on MySpace, will benefit the Guitar Center Music Foundation. The all-ages festival will [...]

Only 16 years old, Stevie Jewel is already on her way to having an impressive music career. This Canadian singing sensation relies not only on her voice, but her songwriting, dancing and acting abilities as well.  As one of the youngest acts to perform in Vegas, a winner of a slew of U.S talent competitions [...]

JDate, the premier online community for Jewish singles spend this next hot summer weekend getting down with the moves and grooves of the 80’s all weekend long on the Sunset Strip for their yearly Schmooz-a-Palooza. Attracting more than 1,000 attendees annually, Schmooz-a-Palooza is known as one of the hippest parties in Los Angeles, year after [...]

by Susie Salva 80′s rock is alive and thriving as Poison and Ratt perform at the Gibson Amphitheater in Universal City. Many music critics wrote Poison off as a flash-in-the-pan, but they have proven themselves with staying power existing for 21 years. Who knew? They had the last laugh. ? Over the thundering amplifier AC/DC’s [...]

By Susie Salva  Los Angeles, Gibson Amphitheater – A video projection screen drops down center displaying a video montage of Australian native rocker Rick Springfield during his early days up until present. The video included his stint as a Dr. Noah Drake on General Hospital and a cartoon version of Springfield as the crowd gave [...]

In the heart of Beverly Hills lies Aqua Lounge, a place where the food, drink and music flow all night long.  From an intimate dining experience to special musical events, Aqua Lounge has it all. The 60 seat upscale restaurant offers a "Creative World Cuisine" which is comprised of international ingredients used in new and adventurous [...]

The 80′s rock band Motley Crue is legendary for their hard partying past.  If you’ve read their autobiography, The Dirt or seen their Vh-1 Behind the Music, you’re familiar with their outrageous story.  But now comes The Heroin Diaries, a raw and unflinching look into Crue bassist Nikki Sixx’s devastating drug addiction.  Previewing his book [...]

Avenue Q”, the Tony Award® -winner for Best Musical, Best Score and Best Book in 2004, hits Los Angeles’ Center Theatre Group/Ahmanson Theatre this September. This hilarious show is full of heart and hummable tunes.  It tells the story of Princeton, an optimistic college grad, who comes to New York with big dreams and little [...]

By Susie Salva Los Angeles based foursome (1/2 Los Angeles 1/2 Okalahoma) Shiny Toy Guns debut release "We Are Pilots" on Universal Motown records is explosive. This indie-rock band embraces the best elements of pop, post-punk, techno, electronica and alternative dance music. "The Shinys name is derived from track five on the album, the lead [...]

In the early morning hours of Monday, July 9th members of the media along with a select group of radio contest winners were treated to an intimate performance by Adam Levine and Moroon 5 at the House of Blues on Sunset.  They sang hits from their album “Songs About Jane”, such as “This Love” and [...]

By Susie Salva Boston, Massachusetts based rock/emo/alternative rockers Boys like Girls have put forth a very likable debut CD, self-titled on Red Ink/Columbia records. Boys like Girls songs have infectious tunes, memorable melodies, catchy choruses, and intriguing lyrics. This band has more hooks than a knitted sweater. The band recently won Spin.com’s coveted “Artist of [...]

Former U.S. Vice-President Al Gore has been on a mission to wage war against global warming. Live Earth Founder Kevin Wall teamed up with former U.S. Vice President Al Gore and Alliance for Climate Protection CEO Cathy Zoi to create the Live Earth Call to Action – a series of commitments where Live Earth asked [...]

Are you in a band? If not, do you know someone who wants to have a chance at a recording contract? The chance at stardom has come for an aspiring musician for a chance to receive a recording contract with major labels Epic Records and Original Signal Recordings. MusicNation.com is currently holding two 12-week competitions [...]

“So You Think You Can Dance” is one of the summer’s hit TV shows. Well into its third season the show is doing better than ever; last week over 5 million people caste their vote for their favorite contestants. The show which pairs up dancers to perform a new style each week has been a [...]

The Hotel Café on Cahuenga has earned a reputation over the past few years as a cozy little venue where one can check out top-notch musical talent in an intimate setting any night of the week. Many well-known artists have stopped through here on their way to stardom (John Mayer, Imogen Heap, and Rufus Wainwright, [...]

You’ve seen them on T.V., now catch them on stage, as several of your favorite small screen personalities join forces for charity.  Assisting the International Myeloma Foundation (IMF) in hosting the Concert for a Cause, James Denton (Desperate Housewives), Greg Grunberg (Heroes), Bob Guiney (The Bachelor), Hugh Laurie (House) and Bonnie Somerville (Kitchen Confidential) are [...]

Very often in the world of theatre low budget can be mistaken for true art, something about the closeness of the magic to the audience without all the glitz and glamour of a cast of thousands. However, there is never an instance where true art is confused with something that is just low budget. “Burn [...]

Summoning the long ago era of singer/songwriters Simon and Garfunkel, Bob Dylan and Crosby Stills and Nash, chris and thomas bring their impressive harmonies to a familiar sound. Returning to the scene of their first L.A show, chris and thomas will be playing at the Hotel Café on June 26.   Like their British forefathers, [...]

Los Angeles is truly becoming a cultural and performing arts epicenter and at UCLA Live you can see that change taking place. The UCLA Live 2007-2008 Season offers a wide variety of cultural programs that include theatre, dance, classical music, world music, jazz, roots and pop music, spoken word, and family oriented material. Each of [...]

UCLA Live presents as part of its 2007/08 season a fresh slate of bold and prestigious classical concerts that bring a supreme cross section of the world’s finest musicians to the acoustically excellent Royce Hall. Director, David Sefton believes that UCLA Live’s 2007-2008 Classical Music Series is the finest recital series in Los Angeles, without [...]

UCLA Live’s Program Series includes special family-friendly events for all ages. The 2007/08 Series will present award-winning family entertainment.  UCLA Live’s Design for Sharing Family Series is named for its acclaimed outreach program, Design for Sharing, one of the largest, most accomplished university-based outreach organizations in the country. Intended for children and their families to [...]

World Music and Dance are combined at UCLA Live.  In an unparalleled 07/08 World Music Series, UCLA Live features a West Coast premiere and a concert exclusive, plus a special World Music and Dance Series, presenting two highly anticipated U.S. premieres. Showcasing global superstars and cultural ambassadors of music and dance from the streets to [...]

Looking to hear an incomparable mix of folk, rock and blues?  Be sure to attend the UCLA Live 2007/08 Roots Series as legends of the genre perform in an outstanding combination of rare appearances and reunion concerts. Showcasing five decades of socially-conscious singer-songwriters and pioneering music icons, the series features one of the world’s most [...]

Hundreds of bands work the Sunset Strip each week, but only once in a blue moon do you find an undiscovered gem that refreshingly turns out to be just as exciting as the headlining act. On June 6, the Key Club in Hollywood welcomed a new find, an artist named Antonio Pontarelli, who was on the [...]

Jamie Lee Curtis hosted the fifth annual What A Pair! Event at the Orpheum Theatre on June 3, 2007.  Benefiting the John Wayne Cancer Institute at St. John’s Health Center, a various selection of women spanning all fields of the entertainment business paired off to perform songs from top Broadway musicals. As the brainchild of [...]

When the Catalina Bar & Grill Jazz Club clubs slogan reads “Nothing but the best in Jazz", that is Jane Monheit. Playing to a packed club on Saturday June 9, Monheit sang both arrangements from the beginning of her young career as well recordings from her newest album “Surrender.” The atmosphere was a like an [...]

It is one thing to "think" you can dance. It is another to have your name synonymous with the term "dance" itself. Meet Shane Sparks, a young and fresh member of the dance world who is meeting success through his commitment to hip-hop and marriage to dance. Seems like a potential love story at first [...]

Jazz fans have a brand new season of exciting performances to look forward to, as UCLA Live has released their 2007-2008 line up. Jazz aficionados will be treated to a mix of small ensembles, larger collectives and orchestras while enjoying the smooth sounds at Royce Hall on the UCLA campus. At the top of the [...]

By Susie Salva Maroon 5 has just released their highly anticipated sophomore effort, "It Won’t Be Soon Before Long," on A&M/Octone Records following up their highly touted "Songs About Jane," which netted them their first of two Grammy’s as Best New Artist of 2005 selling more than ten million albums worldwide. Maroon 5 appears to [...]

Home At Last, the new CD by Herman Matthews, truly has my head spinning. This could be the best CD I have heard all year. Produced by Herman Matthews and Ned Albright, this is more than eleven great tunes, it is the ultimate road trip to any barbeque pit two thousand miles from home, wherever [...]

NBC Universal On Demand has joined with Music Choice to offer a ‘Music & Movies’ Video On Demand category featuring music artists starring in films premiering On Demand starting May 31st. The dual star line-up includes Justin Timberlake in "Alpha Dog," Alicia Keys in "Smokin’ Aces" and Mandy Moore in "Because I Said So." Content [...]

By Susie Salva Going back to their roots Poison puts their unique spin on 13 cover tunes from the ‘70s and ‘80s on their first new studio album, “POISON’D!” on EMI America Records/Capitol since the 2002 release of “Hollyweird.” Working with renowned producer Don Was and recorded at Hensen Recording Studios in Hollywood, he was  [...]

Feet move like paintbrushes gliding, stroking the floor like a canvas. An electric violin screeches and a tribal drumbeat accompanies it. The music rings out over the dancers dressed in full blue unitards lit under blue lights. It is the first meeting between all these elements, intertwining live, creating something new from independent entities. This [...]

Beginning June 5th through September 4th, the Hollywood and Highland Center will be hosting a Summer Wine and Jazz concert every Tuesday from 7 p.m. through 9 p.m. The concert will take place in the Central Courtyard of the Center located on level 2 and is sponsored by kjazz 88.1 fm. Guests will have the [...]

By Susie Salva Grammy award winning Linkin Park’s much anticipated third studio CD release, “Minutes to Midnight,” on Machine Shop Records/Warner Brothers records finds the band stepping out of their comfort zone and incorporating melodic sounds with industrial and rap music that defines their unique sound. Linkin Park maintains their integrity on this their third [...]

George Sarah has made a name for himself since 1985 by successfully combining two very different generes of music; classical and electronica. A composer for the electronic age, George Sarah uses synthesizers and drum machines as his instruments, and a trio of live strings to compliment and compose each one of his original songs. These [...]

Rock lives here. L.A. is rocking all week long in celebration of VH1′s second annual Rock Honors. This year, VH1 honors the iconic and eclectic careers of Genesis, Heart, Ozzy Osbourne and ZZ Top. In a night of mind-blowing performances, Alice in Chains, Keane, Nickelback, Queens of the Stone Age and Gretchen Wilson will pay [...]

Distinctive Assets is proud to present its gifting services for this years 42nd Annual Academy of Country Music Awards on May 15th 2007, telecast this year from the MGM Grand Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas. Established in 1999, Distinctive Assets furnishes branding opportunities and establishes new products in addition to celebrity placement. Their talents [...]

Planet X, the premier instrumental band of the century, takes their new CD, ‘Quantum’, to a new dimension. With the original core of Derek Sherinian (keyboards) and Virgil Donati (drums), the mixture of rock, jazz fusion and metal in this complex CD will make most musicians start taking acting classes. With Sherinian and Donati at [...]

By Susie Salva Selling nearly 18 million albums worldwide with the success of major-label debut, “Fallen,” Evanescence continues their rapid rise to fame with their new CD, ”The Open Door” on Wind-Up Records. This amazing songstress Amy Lee and songwriter Terry Balsamo put forth an outstanding sophomoric effort with “The Open Door.” Their hauntingly beautiful [...]

The celebs were out in force to toast the new special visitor in town, as the best-selling Russian vodka in the United States, Stolichnaya Vodka, the elixir of choice for discriminating adults adds a new twist to the mix: the Stoli Hotel, a 10,000-square-foot cutting-edge entertainment space that premiered in the heart of Hollywood on [...]

Vote for your favorite Music Nation artist on KIIS FM as radio personality Fat Daniel has hand-picked ten videos for you to choose from.  The radio station’s website will feature each of the videos where listeners can vote for their top pick. The artist who receives the most votes will get the chance to perform [...]

By Susie Salva Los Angeles based Noah Stone, a fervent folksy songwriter has released “Little Revolution”, playing nearly every instrument and producing the record all by himself. Noah Stone’s "Little Revolution" CD has debuted at James Perse’s L.A. and New York boutiques. It’s the perfect musical compliment to the James Perse California aesthetic. Beginning April [...]

If you love jazz and art, then mark your calenders. Lots of cool jazz, inspiring art and plenty of fun will be in store for festival goers during the 2nd annual Camarillo Art & Jazz Festival, August 10 – 12, in Camarillo. What has become the largest event in Camarillo, the Camarillo Art & Jazz [...]

DJ Cobra sure packs a wallop. Whether he’s spinning at a private event for Playboy or MTV, celebrities such as Madonna or Puff Daddy, or clubs such as Area, Les Deux, and Basque, he brings along mesmerizing beats and a seductive selection of tunes. But apparently, these live events aren’t enough for this multitasker. More [...]

By Susie Salva Twenty-year-old singer/songwriter Paolo Nutini, a musical prodigy, is nothing short of sensational. Nutini recently released “These Streets,” on Atlantic records a soulfully charismatic effort from this young troubadour. Despite his Italian name, the Nutini family lived in Paisley, Scotland for at least four generations. This handsome musician has been compared to the [...]

Pop chanteuse Lisa Palleschi has a big voice, and she isn’t afraid to use it. On her debut album, Released, she explores not only the range of her versatile voice but also the scope of humanity, with insightful and uninhibited lyrics. "I think anybody can relate to Released, and I’m really proud of that. That’s [...]

Los Angeles. Sunshine, palm trees, celebrities, and Rick Dees in the Morning. A staple of morning radio in Los Angeles for over 22 years, Rick Dees is part of the fabric of this town. For me, starting my day listening to his lively, hilarious radio show all these years in L.A. became an enjoyably familiar [...]

Upon hearing the band name, The Rocket Summer, images of an entire rock group come to mind.  However, names can be deceiving, as this band is comprised of just one guy.  That guy, Bryce Avary, is a 24 year-old singer, songwriter, producer and all around jack-of-all-trades. With a grassroots beginning, Avary tirelessly peddled his own [...]

Natacha Atlas is proof that it’s a small world after all. Born in Brussels, raised in England, performing mostly in Arabic, and famous the world over, this multilingual singer and dancer has worked with artists nearly as diverse as her own background. In fact, it might be impossible to decide the most impressive aspect of [...]

“Before Soul Train, Rock and Roll was the culture that defined America.  [Now thanks to the help of Soul Train], Hip Hop and R&B are what influence and define the culture and the fabric that make the U.S. what it is today.  Hip hop and R&B are the culture that drive us.”  -Laz Alonzo This [...]

By Susie Salva Los Angeles based straight-ahead rockers Buckcherry rise like a phoenix out of the ashes. With their reemergence on the scene after a four year hiatus, Buckcherry’s latest CD, “Fifteen” (recorded in only 15 days, hence the name) and recently picked up by Atlantic Records prove that they are back with a vengeance. [...]

By Susie Salva Melbourne, Australian natives alternative rock band Jet puts forth their sophomore effort, “Shine On,” on Atlantic records that absolutely soars. Following in the footsteps of brothers Jon & Tim Foreman (Switchfoot), Bo & Bear Rinehart, (NEEDTOBREATHE), and Liam & Noel Gallagher (Oasis) Nic & Chris Cester (Jet) takes off offering a virtual [...]

Katharine McPhee has started 2007 off with a bang. Not only has she released her first album, Katharine McPhee, but it debuted at #2 on the charts, a major honor in pop music.  The much-anticipated record exploded on the Billboard 200, selling more than 115k in its first week! To top off the accolades, her [...]

Expertly crafted, though just as expertly inconspicuous, a nugget of wisdom hovers high above the auditorium seats proclaiming "Education is learning to use the tools which the race has found indispensable." Applying this to a musical context, a 70′s song-writer by the name of Nick Drake has emerged within the last twenty years to be [...]

Join UCLA Live for these exciting upcoming performances by world-renowned musicians. Gyuto Monks Tibetan Tantric Choir The Monks have been chanting for peace since the 15th century and are known throughout the world for their extraordinary polyphonic chanting. Developing over many centuries on the high, isolated plateaus of their mountain-ringed land, the sublime, devotional chanting [...]

San Diego’s favorite sons – the multi-platinum selling rock band Switchfoot, deliver exactly what their fans have been clamoring for – fresh new music. Their eagerly awaited sixth studio album (third for Columbia records) “Oh! Gravity” is an outstanding effort easily appeasing their throngs of fans. “Oh! Gravity” is the first new studio collection from [...]

The GRAMMY’s are right around the corner, and as the stars are gearing up for the big day, so are the creative marketing minds at Distinctive Assets. That’s because Distinctive Assets is once again collaborating with The Recording Academy to produce the Talent Gift Baskets and Gift Lounge for the 49th Annual GRAMMY Awards. This [...]

Last night I found myself at Hollywood’s Roxy music venue listening to the sweet whispery sounds of singer songwriter Shane Alexander, who many in the music industry believe is on the brink of stardom. His Jeff Buckley-esque quality and relaxed stage presence drew the eagerly awaiting crowd into his soulful and seemingly effortless set. Although [...]

Let’s get one thing straight– the Pretty Boys are girls. Girls with rad hairdos, ghetto couture wardrobes and powerful vocal cords.  Glamour Magazine and Nissan North America partnered up to promote woman in male-dominated entertainment fields with their short film series Glamour Reel Moments.  Their latest new spin-off from that endeavor, Glamour Reel Music, creates [...]

Katharine McPhee is officially America’s new Golden Girl. The American Idol runner-up ended her show-stopping year by winning “It Girl” of the Year at the Vh1 Big in ’06 Awards in December.  And with her self-titled album debuting this month, her star-power is showing no signs of slowing down. At just 22, the brunette stunner [...]

American Idol, YouTube, and MySpace paved the way, and now the public’s thirst for fresh, handpicked talent reaches its natural conclusion: Music Nation, where up-and-coming bands can submit their videos online to be voted on by viewers for the ultimate prize: a recording contract with world-renowned Epic Records. Bands will get the exposure they desire, [...]

The Forum Shops in Las Vegas just got even more extravagant (if that?s possible!) with the unveiling of world-renowned artist Peter Max?s one-of-a-kind Baldwin Baby 5?2? Grand piano over Thanksgiving weekend. Showcased at The Art of Peter Max Gallery, the vibrant piano is part of a charity campaign to raise funds for The Gibson Foundation [...]

You still have a chance to get in! The applications deadline for the?Visual Arts categories of the Music Center of Los Angeles County?s 19th Annual Music Center Spotlight Awards has been extended. ? These applications must be online or mailed by Friday, December 8, 2006. Applicants to the free program is open to all high [...]

Latvian violinist Gidon Kremer performed at UCLA?s Royce Hall on Sunday, Nov. 19 at 7 pm. Kremer, heralded as ?one of the most expressive and fiercely original artists of his generation,? has been performing from an enormous, wide-ranging repertoire for 30 years. Kremer, along with Lithuanian pianist Andrius Zlabys and Ukrainian percussionist Andrei Pushkarev, performed [...]

Sure there’s Britney, Christina, Mandy and Jessica who all claim to be queens of pop. With these powerful pop girls dominating the industry, is there any room for one more pop princess? We like to think so. One of the girls that we have been watching closely is Malibu native Gina W. She’s not your [...]

This new release by the former Genesis guitarist has my head spinning. At first listen, I was speechless. It was like hearing a mixture of early classic Genesis, and "then there were four" Genesis, early Steve Hackett, vintage Steve Hackett, Steve Hackett to bits and pieces, Hackett, the Beatles, a hint of Phil Collins (God [...]

Keyboard great Derek Sherinian has just launched his fifth solo CD, “Blood of the Snake”. Sherinian unleashes a true metal CD with an underlying progressive song structure that seems to enforce level ten playing from his famous comrades. Put out by the famous Inside-Out Music Company, Sherinian enlisted help from the best players in the [...]

Despite the supposed MySpace revolution, the musical landscape still, for the most part, looks the same. A large number of radio stations across the nation are controlled by a few big corporations, the major labels continue to merge and tighten their hold on the record industry, and up-and-coming bands are still caught in the crash-and-burn [...]