Although they were both born in Oklahoma (Joe in Guthrie on July 9, 1915, and Jimmy in Newby on October 14, 1922), band leaders Joe and Jimmy Liggins relocated here...
Brian Levy strives to take SDSU jazz program to another level On a recent afternoon in a rehearsal space at San Diego State University, Jazz Studies...
Years ago, I was watching the Country Music Awards and noticed something interesting. The CMA gives awards for best vocalist—male, female, duo, group, etc. But there’s...
A Conversation with Ted Burke and Barry Alfonso TED BURKE: The idea that Jack Kerouac is a great American writer and that On the Road is...
San Diego’s own homegrown rock ‘n’ roll band, Back to the Garden, is not a tribute band. They are a Living History Story Band. While nostalgia...
Tom Ward passed away on September 20, 2025 after a lengthy illness. Tom had been a much loved and respected figure on the San Diego music...
For those who spent quality time at Lou Curtiss’ Folk Arts Rare Records on Adams Avenue, a frequent scenario would occur. In conversation, Lou would talk...
The upcoming celebration and fundraiser for the Troubadour is happening on Sunday, December 14th at Tio Leo’s Lounge from 4-10pm. (note the flier here for the...
The saga of the Blind Boys of Alabama is a story worthy of holy epic novel or film. It all turns on their appearance at McCabe’s...
