Category Archives: News & Sports

David Amram Remembers His Friend Pete Seeger

“I’d like to be remembered as the sower of seeds. That’s the greatest parable in the Bible as far as I’m concerned. Some seeds fall in the pathway and get stomped on and don’t grow, but some fall on the … Continue reading

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Meow, Meow, Wow!!! – CatArtShowLA Draws a Crowd

The line to get into the gallery started down Santa Monica Boulevard, up El Centro and even on to Lexington, but was worth the hour long wait. Seeing the pieces in person was so much a better of an experience … Continue reading

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Los Angeles City Budget 101: What this great city can look like!

Politics are normally not referenced as a part of entertainment or dining, but Los Angeles’ Mayor Eric Garcetti’s pending budget will influence what the future of this city will look like. Mayor Garcetti is seeking a “return to basics”  by … Continue reading

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GBK and Pilot Pen Pre Golden Globe Luxury Gift Lounge Atop the L’Ermitage Hotel

The gifting lounge is an odd bird and a fascinating creature; which only appears for major events like SXSW and any Hollywood Award Season Event to lock in branding opportunities with well known house hold names and celebrities. My experience … Continue reading

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It was 20 Years Ago Today: The Northridge Quake

On January 17, 1994 I suddenly awoke wrapped in a sheet standing in the doorjamb. I was kind of pleased that my survival instincts made sure I was safe and clothed before even bothering to wake me up. I didn’t … Continue reading

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The International Swingers: A Musical Documentary In 48 Hours with 2 Shows To Make a 2 Sided 45RPM Single

It was the surprise show by the Foo Fighters rocked out at Redballs Rock & Pizza in December that got the Rock N’ Roll ball rolling. Now everyone’s eyes are peeled for some action in North Hollywood after that banger … Continue reading

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The Los Feliz Murder House

In the winding hills of Los Feliz sits a house trapped in time. The 1925 Spanish Revival boasts over 5000 square feet covering three stories, including maid’s quarters and a ballroom. The house’s claim to infamy dates back to December … Continue reading

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Offbeat L.A.: Goodbye Yellow Brick Road- Sad Historic Closures of 2013

It seems that we are always saying the Long Goodbye here in Los Angeles. Things change and our beloved city is in constant evolution. You might not find yourself on a particular street or in a certain neighborhood for a spell … Continue reading

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Miles Davis’ The Collected Artwork Book Signing and Release Party November 9th

If you loved the man and dug his music, now you have the chance to celebrate Miles Davis as a visual artist this Saturday, November 9th, between 12 noon – 2 p.m. at Mr. Music Head Gallery on Sunset Boulevard in … Continue reading

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Album Review: The Last’s Danger Reignites A Rich History

The recordings owed their origin to none of the usual motives- whether they be the desire for fame and fortune, or even women and song. – Raymond Pettibon album cover for “Danger.” To say that Danger, The Last’s first album … Continue reading

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