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Steve Aoki's Big Spinnew
He's usually hailed as the hottest DJ in Hollywood, a spinner-to-the-stars who's been spotted helping Lindsay Lohan throw down a track or two. With all that under his belt, you would think the guy could play a turntable like a-ringin'-a-bell.
Los Angeles CityBeat |
Dennis Romero |
11-09-2007 |
Profiles & Interviews
Tags: Steve Aoki
Roky Erickson's Post-Psychedelia Comeback Soarsnew
It was also the latest chapter in one of the most improbable resurrections in rock 'n' roll history, an incredible testimony to the indomitable nature of the human spirit and the enduring power of love.
Los Angeles CityBeat |
Don Waller |
11-02-2007 |
Concerts
Tags: concerts
Ebony and Ecstasynew
After nearly two decades in separate corners, hip-hop and electronic music are back together on the dance floor.
Los Angeles CityBeat |
Dennis Romero |
10-26-2007 |
Music
Trentemoller Pushes E-music Forwardnew
He calls it "electronic music that can touch you in a deeper way," and indeed, it does.
Los Angeles CityBeat |
Dennis Romero |
10-12-2007 |
Profiles & Interviews
Tags: Trentemoller
Bettye LaVette Powers into the Futurenew
She may be gazing in a rear-view mirror on the cover of The Scene of the Crime, but LaVette is not looking back.
Los Angeles CityBeat |
Chris Morris |
10-05-2007 |
Reviews
The Chemical Brothers Innovate on 'We Are the Night'new
If anything, the only reason the album doesn't garner the pair as much praise as its debut, Exit Planet Dust, is that the rest of the pop world has closed the gap, and the Chems' brand of bombastic break-beats and rock-infused rocket rides aren't as far out as they were 12 years ago.
Los Angeles CityBeat |
Dennis Romero |
09-28-2007 |
Profiles & Interviews
Songs to Run for Cover Tonew
Get down to the death and disaster songs of People Take Warning!
Los Angeles CityBeat |
Chris Morris |
09-21-2007 |
Reviews
Joe Henry Sings of War, Salvation & Willie Maysnew
These war-afflicted times resonate throughout Henry's new album, Civilians, like "a wind that blows the hats off of many heads," as the singer-songwriter and producer puts it during a recent interview in his home studio.
Los Angeles CityBeat |
Natalie Nichols |
09-14-2007 |
Profiles & Interviews
Alison Sudol of A Fine Frenzy Finds Herself at the Pianonew
"I still don't consider myself a pianist, but I can definitely get through it. It's like learning to swim by getting kicked into the deep end. You either sink or you swim."
Los Angeles CityBeat |
Steve Appleford |
09-07-2007 |
Profiles & Interviews
Tags: Alison Sudol
'Lonely' So Much Morenew
Soul pioneer Arthur Alexander's stellar final release receives a lively reissue.
Los Angeles CityBeat |
Chris Morris |
09-07-2007 |
Reviews
Sam Sparro Goes for 'Gold'new
Sam Sparro's debut EP, Black & Gold, hit the streets last week with a range of up-tempo bounce, digitized soul, and break-dancing elements that show remarkable range for a six-track release.
Los Angeles CityBeat |
Dennis Romero |
08-31-2007 |
Profiles & Interviews
Tags: Black and Gold, Sam Sparro
Ben Harper: Caught in the Actnew
The singer-songwriter on his new album, his youth, and his audience.
Los Angeles CityBeat |
Steve Appleford |
08-17-2007 |
Profiles & Interviews
Tags: Ben Harper
3rd Degree: Les Paulnew
The player, designer, and all-around master of the electric guitar on the music and musicians he's known.
Los Angeles CityBeat |
Don Waller |
08-10-2007 |
Profiles & Interviews
Tags: Les Paul
You DJ, I DJ, WiiJnew
'Wiimote' innovator Jimmy Lesondak -- a.k.a. DJ ! -- changes the game for digital spinners.
Los Angeles CityBeat |
Dennis Romero |
08-03-2007 |
Profiles & Interviews
Tags: DJ !
Rahzel: Hip-hop's Leonard Zelignew
The beatboxer has put his stamp on the music of the Roots, Bjork, and a fine gallery of music scenes.
Los Angeles CityBeat |
Donnell Alexander |
07-27-2007 |
Profiles & Interviews
Tags: Rahzel
