This month’s spotlight includes three musicians who were essentially driven out of the country, either by racism and/or politics. This period includes the ’20s, ’30s, ’40s,...
I’ve always thought of myself as an extrovert. For years, I thrived on the energy of performing, traveling, collaborating—just being around people. I chased momentum, always...
This month we take a look at the upcoming San Diego Music Awards, with nominees Daniel Nielsen and Dave Preston, and Quotables with fascinating interview outtakes...
Grab your unplugged instrument, your pickin’ chair and a few friends and join us on the patio at Pamo Valley Winery on Main Street in Ramona...
Let’s establish that it is in fact popular in San Diego. Here are some indicators: There are at least three non profit organizations promoting bluegrass music...
This month is officially Women’s History Month, or at least it used to be. I have chosen several women and/or bands that might be well-known to...
My name is Jeff Berkley. I’m a producer, songwriter, and artist. I live in San Diego, California. I love to record in spaces where the natural...
Today, I’m kicking off a month of travel, leaving Melody Ranch behind to reconnect with the big-city energy that fuels my music. My journey starts with...
Hello Troubadourians! January 23–24 found me at the NAMM show in Anaheim for the first time in five years. I was scheduled to attend on the...
