Iconic Grammy and Oscar-winning singer, songwriter and activist, Melissa Etheridge brings her tour to the Poway Center for the Arts on November 15. Etheridge released her new album, “The Medicine Show” last spring on Concord Records. The album was a collaboration with celebrated producer John Shanks (Keith Urban, Bon Jovi, Kelly Clarkson). She sounds as […]

After fueling widespread anticipation among a growing fan base and tastemakers alike, buzzing genre disruptor Rence unveils his brand new EP “Fall” 2019.  Over the past month, “Darkside” and “I know” offered a glimpse at the scope of the artist’s vision, with the visual for “Darkside” being released earlier this week. That vision now fully […]

Canadian hip-hop artist and rapper Killy remains known for high-energy and hypnotic live performances. He recently ignited a North American run alongside NAV, performed at festivals across Europe and turned up with a powerhouse set at Lollapalooza.  He brings is epic performance to Soma Sidestage on November 13 in San Diego. Earlier this summer, Killy […]

Multi-platinum rock band Chevelle return to the road across North America this fall. They will hit the stage at House of Blues in San Diego on October 16. Last year, Chevelle unveiled a comprehensive collection of sought-after B-sides and rarities entitled 12 Bloody Spies: B-Sides and Rarities. Featured by Consequence of Sound and Billboard as […]

By Danny R. Johnson – Jazz and Pop Music Critic  “MAYBE IT WAS JUST MY CHILDHOOD MEMORIES CONNECTING THE TWO, BUT I WAS LEFT WITH A DEEP IMPRESSION THAT THE WORLD OF MONK AND RASTA WERE ONE SPIRIT. THE WAY RASTA MEN WOULD WALK, TALK AND EXPRESS THEMSELVES WAS A WORLD WITHIN ITSELF AND SO […]