Exactly who Bob Dylan is remains a mystery to his millions of followers. It’s been estimated that over two thousand books have been written about Dylan...
You know there’s something special about a young blues musician who comes out of the gate knowing exactly what he wants, but it’s another thing entirely...
We’ll have our own party Noel Paul Stookey (the Paul of ’60s pop-folk hitmakers Peter, Paul, and Mary) did not get invited to the recent inauguration,...
San Diego has been home to many renowned performers over the decades, but even for casual fans of music history, 1954 would be considered a special...
If you’re a musician gigging in bars, cafes, and anywhere else, you’re worth a hell of lot. Some quick figuring might help when negotiating for shows....
A ridiculously early gig at a rummage sale in a downtown Oceanside parking lot led to the formation of a jazz combo that has become a...
Ani DiFranco is a singer-songwriter par excellence. She is pure Americana. A hybrid artist who has collaborated with everyone from Pete Seeger to Prine, she has...
Nick Abadilla loves a challenge and I’d wager it’s because he grew up living around the world in a military family. That adaptability, tempered by a...
As we make our way toward the end of 2024 it’s not hard to realize that this year has been a bumpy ride along the American...