Guitarist Robin Trower to Make Smith Center Debut This October
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 4, 2025
Legendary rock guitarist Robin Trower, renowned for his pioneering work with Procol Harum and his long-running solo career, will perform for the first time at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts on Friday, October 3, 2025, at 7:30 p.m. in Reynolds Hall.
Jawbone Release Rock'N'Roll Groove 'The Tide'
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 17, 2025
Roots rock & roll band Jawbone have released their brand new track, ‘The Tide.' Drawing inspiration from New Orleans’ late-great Dr. John, this live-recorded track highlights the group’s psychedelic folk-rock groove. Listen to the track now.
Photos: The Daniel Glass Trio in the Birdland Theater
by Kevin Alvey - Jan 14, 2024
The Daniel Glass Trio: Daniel Glass (drums), Sean Harkness (guitar), Michael O'Brien (bass) brought their show featuring a tribute to the American tradition of tap dance, songbook standards, and swing to the Birdland Theater in NYC. Guest performers included Broadway & Film singer/dancer Luke Hawkins and Nightclub & Concert singer Eddie Wakes.
Julien's Auctions Sets World Record For The Sale Of A Clapton Guitar
by Michael Major - Nov 17, 2023
This circa 1964 Gibson SG electric guitar, first stage-played by the legendary guitarist while touring the United States with iconic rock band Cream, known as Clapton's 'Fool,' sold for $1.27 million, the first time a Clapton guitar has sold for seven figures at auction and setting a world record for the sale of a Clapton guitar.
Moby Shares Reworked Track Of Cream's 'We're Going Wrong' With Brie O'Banion
by Michael Major - Oct 17, 2023
Acclaimed New York City-based electronic musician, producer and activist Moby shares a downtempo reworking of Cream's 'We're Going Wrong' with Brie O'Banion out everywhere now. The latest release comes following the official announcement of Moby's label, Always Centered At Night.
Jeff Berlin to Release New Jack Bruce Tribute Album 'Jack Songs'
by Michael Major - Aug 3, 2022
The new album features guest performers Sammy Hagar, Alex Lifeson, Geddy Lee, Gregg Bissonette, Gary Husband, Eric Johnson, Bill Frisell, Ron 'Bumblefoot' Thal, Alex Ligertwood, Scott Henderson, Marcus Miller, Ron Carter, Tony Levin, Michael League, Nathan East, Mark King, Bruce Guttridge, Billy Sheehan and Johnny Hiland.
EAGLEMANIA Back At SOPAC By Popular Demand, December 20
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 14, 2019
EagleMania a?" The World's Greatest Eagles Tribute Band, which has been thrilling audiences nationwide with their stunning five-part harmony and uncanny ability to emulate the unmistakable sound of The Eagles, makes a return tour stop at SOPAC on Friday, December 20 at 8 p.m. Tickets, priced at $28-$38, are on sale now at SOPACnow.org/eaglemania.
The Liza Colby Sound Releases 'Object To Impossible Destination'
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jul 18, 2019
Sex, danger, and a psychedelic sonic swirl - welcome aboard a night with The Liza Colby Sound as the New York-based quartet goes interstellar. Jump on the rocket ship and trip out on a dose of LCS at home with the band's debut full-length album, Object To Impossible Destination, out July 19, 2019.
Montalvo Announces 19/20 Carriage House Series
by Stephi Wild - May 23, 2019
Art enthusiasts gathered last night (May 22) at Montalvo Arts Center for an exclusive members-only unveiling of its 2019-2020 Carriage House Theatre Concert Series line-up. The historic Silicon Valley venue announced a thrilling roster of performers from Meow Meow to The Second City, from Pablo Cruise to Loudon Wainwright III, tributes to The Beatles, Cream, and Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers, and an appearance by NPR's hit radio show and podcast "Selected Shorts." The season launches in October, offering a stellar line-up of theatre, comedy, magic, Grammy Award nominees/winners performing jazz, bluegrass, pop, rock, classical, new age, folk, Hawaiian music, and more. Tickets are now available to Montalvo members, and go on-sale to the general public beginning May 30. For more information or to purchase tickets, the public can visit montalvoarts.org or call 408-961-5858.
UMC to Release Rory Gallagher Compilation Album 'Blues'
by Kaitlin Milligan - Apr 4, 2019
In what would have been the 50th year of Rory Gallagher's recording career, UMC are pleased to announce the release of 'BLUES' on Friday 31st May. From the vaults of the Gallagher estate's tape archive comes this collection of rare and unreleased recordings of Rory playing his favourite blues material. Ranging from never heard before tracks to special guest sessions with legendary blues artists (Muddy Waters / Albert King) and lost radio sessions, this album uncovers Rory's love of the blues throughout his solo career from 1971 right through to 1994.
The Hit Men To Perform Live At MPAC
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 19, 2019
The Hit Men, starring musicians and singers who performed and recorded with Elton John, Cat Stevens, Journey, Jim Croce, Three Dog Night, The Rascals, The Turtles, Carly Simon and more, perform music from the 60s and 70s at Mayo Performing Arts Center on Saturday, April 20, 2019 at 8 pm. Tickets are $39-$59.