Category Archives: Music

The Freaky Tiki Happening is Coming to Long Beach Oct 19th!

Posted on October 9, 2024 by Elise Thompson

Usually for big tiki events you have to travel to San Diego or Palm Springs, but this one is happening right in our own backyard! Come on down to Long Beach Saturday, October 19 from 2-9 PM! Presented by Flor … Continue reading →

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Gets Some Last Days of Summer ‘Island Time’ in at ‘Circa Caliente’

Posted on September 30, 2024 by Monique A. LeBleu

Once again, Circa Caliente returns this week to the Palms Springs midcentury modern beauty, the Caliente Tropics, for bliss in the tropical sun, Thursday, October 3, through Sunday 6, 2024. In its near 16th year, the sister event to the … Continue reading →

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Recommended Rock Reads Of 2024

Posted on September 30, 2024 by Bob Lee

Hollywood Dream – The  Thunderclap Newman Story by Mark Ian Wilkerson (Third Man Press, available October 1). This is an exhaustively researched history of a band whose actual lifespan was stunningly brief, while creating ripples that reverberate to this day. Who … Continue reading →

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Tiki Oasis Part 2 Saturday Photo Gallery

Posted on August 25, 2024 by Editor

On Saturday there were book signings, workshops, art, shopping, parades, DJs, and pool parties galore!

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Tiki Oasis: Deke & The Whippersnappers

Posted on August 18, 2024 by Editor

Friday as day turned into night, Deke and the Whippersnappers whipped up the crowd with their particular brand of honky tonk — a mix of solid rockabilly, 50s country and updated Western tunes. The rhythm guitarist jumps around the stage … Continue reading →

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Tiki Oasis Part One: Friday!

Posted on August 18, 2024 by Editor

Friday night was a blast at Tiki Oasis. We spent a lot of time shopping, singing along with King Kukelele, dancing to the awesome DJs, checking out the art show, and loving the live music. We even hit some workshops … Continue reading →

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Movies Till Dawn: Life During Wartime

Posted on August 17, 2024 by Paul Gaita

* indicates that this title is also available to rent, stream, or purchase on various platforms. Please note that streaming options may differ from these home video presentations in terms of visuals, supplemental features, etc. “Catching Fire: The Anita Pallenberg … Continue reading →

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The Reverb Still Echoes After Surf Guitar 101

Posted on August 13, 2024 by Ted Kane

The annual Surf Guitar 101 Festival overtook the Golden Sails Hotel in Long Beach the last weekend of July, and the wave of bands was so powerful that the undertow could be felt at nearby venues like the Bamboo Club … Continue reading →

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Mike Watt and the Missing Men, Alley Cats at The Slipper Clutch August 16

Posted on August 5, 2024 by Elise Thompson
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Tiki Oasis 2024 Makes Its Way Out West

Posted on July 22, 2024 by Monique A. LeBleu

Tiki Oasis’ Way Out West, brought to you by hosts Baby Doe & Otto von Stroheim, will be a five-night, four-day live music event this year. Beginning Wednesday, July 31, through Sunday, August 4, 2024, this year’s event at San Diego’s Town & Country … Continue reading →

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