If you haven’t already heard, guitarist Joe Satriani is suing the band Coldplay for copyright infringement. The Satch is claiming Coldplay’s recent song “Viva La Vida” infringes on his 2004 composition, “If I Could Fly.” Coldplay denies the accusations, claiming that any similarities between the two compositions are completely coincidental. The band [...]

Just a few things I want to post:
1.  Tonight is Scott Goldman’s set and record release, as well as a set by Toy Robot at the Knitting Factory’s alterknit lounge.
2.  I don’t care what anyone says, radio still has the power to break records and expose people to new music.  See the article here:  Rock [...]

The Abdomen’s show on Wednesday, November 19th at the Viper Room has been rescheduled to Monday, November 17th at 8 PM at the Viper Room.
Here is the updated schedule:
Wed. Nov. 12
VIPER ROOM 8:00 (7:30 door) - Opening for Fastball!
*Age Restriction Unknown* (probably 21+)
*Cover Charge Unknown*
www.viperroom.com
Mon. Nov. 17
VIPER ROOM
8:00 (7:30 door)
*Age Restriction Unknown* (probably [...]

Music Review: The Dynotones with Glasgow Tiki Shakers at The Purple Orchid
By: Erin “D*J*E” Jacobson
The Purple Orchid in El Segundo is one of the Southland’s rare tiki bars, and if you don’t know where it is, you could easily drive right by it. However, once inside, The Purple Orchid is as much a [...]

Good Times Never Seemed So Good…” (“Sweet Caroline”)
Review: Neil Diamond at the Hollywood Bowl
By: Erin “D*J*E” Jacobson
When invited to attend Neil Diamond’s recent stint at the Hollywood Bowl, I had no hesitation in accepting. When a friend asked me “Aren’t you a little young to like Neil Diamond?” I had no [...]

The Abdomen will be playing several shows in LA during the upcoming month. The band is comprised of siblings, Jake Abdo, Matt Abdo and Mari Abdo. The band already has a hype surrounding it and The Abdomen have a high potential of breaking in the near future.
Because the siblings are from out of [...]

Apparently, Chinese Democracy, the long-awaited “new” Guns ‘n’ Roses album, will be released November 23.
This album has been riding on massive hype for longer than a decade. An actual release will kill the mystery surrounding the album, which is the main fuel for the hype.
If released, will the live up to its expectations? [...]

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Review: The Reigning Monarchs play Largo
By: Erin “D*J*E” Jacobson
“Short pants for fatty!” was Greg Behrendt’s reverberated exclamation during the song of the same name. Greg and his band, The Reigning Monarchs, rocked Largo on March 7, 2008. The multi-talented Behrendt is best known for his stand-up comedy and popular books, He’s [...]

When a band sounds just as good live as they do on record, you’ve found something good. Mere Mortals (album reviewed previously) played at The Troubadour in January to an enthusiastic crowd. The new lineup features existing members, Axel (vocals/guitar) and Mimi Star (bass), along with new members, [...]

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