The Acoustic Alliance, San Diego’s finest “in the round” showcase, is back baby. Started in 2004, this multi-set songwriters showcase features 3 sets of 4 performers...
Dear Music Presenter: Many of you—clubs, concert venues, private party-contractors—compensate us very nicely for the services we provide, and we spend much of our time feeling...
Hi pals. I truly wish this was a fun, engaging, informative article about calling in sick (and how I wish more people would when they’re not...
Well, in just a few days, we say farewell to 2023 and hello to a new year. We give these calendar dates such weight when they...
This month we take a look back at San Diego-related musicians, actors, artists, and others in the arts that we lost in 2023, with In Memoriam...
Hello Troubadourians! I’m sure everyone has heard the old saying “The show must go on…” It sounds strong, like performers are superhuman or something, capable of...
Introduction Despite rising inflation, astronomical prices, and hidden fees, concert goers continue to purchase tickets and fill arenas. In 2023, concertgoers seemed more motivated than ever...
Happy New Year, my San Diego Troubadour friends. Since I’m a sucker for the vision-boarding, goal-setting, (somewhat psychologically delusional) slate-cleaning magic that accompanies a shiny new...
Mostly I’ve been writing about the mystical and magical aspects of music and songwriting. This column will be more practical, albeit equally as alchemical. The transformation...