‘Marble’ a Sophisticated Rap from Rebel ACA and French Monkey Wrench
By JOHN DALY It isn’t often we get to hear rap with an English accent, but that’s not the best thing about the new single, […]
The East Coast Rocker Interview
Cold War Kids Release Live Album, ‘Audience’
Cold War Kids have released Audience – a live album comrprised of the band’s greatest hits. Pre-order Audience on vinyl or CD at shopcoldwarkids.com. The release […]
Redwood Bar in LA Hosts New Jersey Punker Kelly from Band Tiger Sex
By DONNA BALANCIA The Redwood Bar in Los Angeles believes in giving equal time. That’s why they let the Tiger Sex Kelly, the girl from […]
The Kills Share Teaser Video, Prep for European Tour
The Kills, our favorite duo of Alison Mosshart and Jamie Hince have dropped a mysterious video snippet on Instagram, labeled only #listofdemands – Check it […]
Totally Mild Release Video for ‘From One Another’ off Album ‘Her’
By JOHN DALY Australian band Totally Mild presents its latest video for the song “From One Another,” a beautiful microcosm of culture. Check it out […]
Debbie Harry, Steven Van Zandt and Frankie Valli Named to NJ Hall of Fame
By JOHN DALY and The Associated Press Blondie lead singer Debbie Harry, Academy Award winner Meryl Streep, and E Street Band member Steven Van Zandt […]
Blakeley Makes Us Long for More Holiday Spirit With New Song
By DOTTIE PARIS We’re not ready to go back to work or stop playing with the new toys. So, that being the case, we are […]
Green Knuckle Material Blends Funk and Rap With ‘Renaissance’ EP
By DOTTIE PARIS Despite what people joke about, there actually is culture in New Jersey and this time it comes in the form of Green […]
Jay Clark Band Rocks the Right Notes With Sophomore Album, ‘Turning It Up’
By DOTTIE PARIS The Jay Clark Band has released a hot new record with Turning It Up. With a voice like Alice Cooper and music […]
Paul Maged Album, ‘Light Years Away’ is Diverse and Ahead of Its Time
By DOTTIE PARIS Singer-songwriter Paul Maged says he’s influenced by Green Day and Pearl Jam, but to the experienced ear you can clearly hear a […]
Hot Single ‘Haven’t Said’ by Jinco Feat. Jake Herring Debuts Today: Listen Here
By JOHN DALY The single, “Haven’t Said” is the latest single by producer JINCO; a multi-instrumental electro-style song that blends rock and pop with compelling […]
Earl Slick and Bernard Fowler Join the Celeb-Filled Celebrating David Bowie 2018 Tour
By JOHN DALY Celebrating David Bowie will add musicians Earl Slick (guitar) and Bernard Fowler (vocalist) to the North American leg of the recently announced […]
From Law and Order Hard Rock Band to Calling The Shots, Rocker-Director Phil Allocco Speaks ‘Truth’
By DONNA BALANCIA Phil Allocco has had a life most people only dream of. He’s been a guitarist in two popular rock bands, he’s toured […]
Sweet Relief Musicians Fund Provides Assistance For Those Affected by Hurricane Harvey
If You Know Someone In Need, Reach Out By JOHN DALY Those in need of assistance in the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey and the massive […]
Top Musicians to Perform at Second Annual Jerry Garcia Birthday Celebration at The Strand Theater
By JOHN DALY It’s back. The second annual Jerry Garcia Birthday Celebration is returning this year. The historic Strand Theater in Lakewood, N.J. will host a very […]
Cheetah Chrome and Johnny Blitz Revive Punk’s Dead Boys with New Album and Tour
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW With Cheetah By DONNA BALANCIA The Dead Boys have come back to life. Cheetah Chrome is touring with a renewed Dead Boys band […]
EXCLUSIVE SONG PREVIEW: Check Out Flamin’ Groovies ‘Cryin’ Shame’ off New Album, ‘Fantastic Plastic’
By DONNA BALANCIA Check out a song premiere released exclusively on EastCoastRocker.com and CaliforniaRocker.com by the Flamin’ Groovies, called “Cryin’ Shame.” The new album is […]
PHOTOS: Cheetah Chrome Celebrates 40th Anniversary of ‘Young, Loud and Snotty’ with Worldwide Tour
Photos by HEATHER HARRIS Cheetah Chrome packed the house at The Viper Room and Alex’s Bar in Long Beach touring for the 40th anniversary of […]
January Zero Shows Diverse Range and Wistful Edge With New Album, ‘The Long Radio Silence’
Gareth Phillips and Band Create Americana-Jazz Style By JOHN DALY January Zero has a unique ability to take us back in time, but give us […]
VIDEO: Watch John Lennon, Son Julian Lennon, and Chuck Berry Jam to the Rock N Roll Anthem ‘Johnny B. Goode’
By JOHN DALY Years apart, the late Chuck Berry jammed with both John Lennon and son, Julian Lennon to his famous song, “Johnny B. Goode.” […]
A Peek Behind The Scenes of Music’s Biggest Night – What You Didn’t See on GRAMMY CBS Show
Rock Star Tech Experts Are GRAMMYs Unsung Heroes By MARCY KRAFT Another chapter of “Music’s Biggest Night,” the 59th GRAMMY® Awards is now in the […]
Music News and Moments from the Red Carpet at MusiCares The Tom Petty Person of the Year Benefit
By DONNA BALANCIA Tom Petty may have been the star of the show, but music news was fast a furious on the red carpet at […]
Tom Petty Honored as Person of the Year by MusiCares Foundation and The Recording Academy
Photos by AMBER and TAKAHIRO KYONO, Edited by JOHN DALY Tom Petty will be honored as the 2017 MusiCares Person of the Year tonight. Petty […]
Apple Evangelist Guy Kawasaki and The Art of Innovation: ‘Don’t Let the Bozos Grind You Down’
Guy Kawasaki Says Forge Ahead With Good Product By DONNA BALANCIA Guy Kawasaki gave his inspiring “Art of Innovation” presentation before a packed house at […]
Goldenvoice Announces Lineup for 2nd Panorama Music Festival July 28-30 on Randall’s Island NYC
Tame Impala, Frank Ocean and Nine Inch Nails headline the second annual Panorama Music Festival on Randall’s Island Park July 28-July 30. Solange, alt-J, and […]
Miley Cyrus Joins The Flaming Lips for ‘We A Famly;’ Flaming Lips To Appear on Tonight Show
JOHN DALY Miley Cyrus has joined The Flaming Lips for “We A Famly,” off the new album, Oczy Mlody. It’s an odd friendship, but nonetheless Miley […]
Saul Losada Unleashes Explosive New Album, ‘Energy’ To The Delight of Blues Rock Fans
By JOHN DALY Saul Losada puts out positive energy. The amazing instrumental guitarist has released a heartbreaker of a record that any fan of great […]
Richie Sambora and Orianthi to Open The NAMM Show 2017 in Anaheim Jan. 19
Rock Duo play The NAMM Nissan Grand Plaza Stage By DOTTIE PARIS RSO: Richie Sambora and Orianthi will make their NAMM Show debut and kick off […]
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inducts Journey, Tupac Shakur, Yes and Joan Baez in Diverse Class of 2017
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Honors Rebels and Trendsetters By DONNA BALANCIA Legendary folk singer Joan Baez, Seattle grunge leaders Pearl Jam and the […]
Supergroup The Last Shadow Puppets Release Mod Rendition of ‘Les Cactus’ to Promo EP
The Last Shadow Puppets have released a new video, “Les Cactus,” to promote The Dream Synopsis EP. English supergroup consists of Alex Turner of Arctic […]