Tag Archives: Music

Andy Warhol’s “Shadows” Inhabit MOCA Through February 2, 2015

Posted on October 3, 2014 by Billy Bennight

  The new exhibit of “Shadows” at MOCA rounds out Andy Warhol ‘s story and his legacy in an unexpected way for this 20th century iconic artist. All of “Shadows” 102 canvases will be displayed at MOCA through February 2nd … Continue reading →

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The Zombies / Santa Monica Pier, 8/21/14

Posted on August 24, 2014 by Carolyn Soyars

The Twilight summer concert series at the Santa Monica Pier is one of the many reasons I love summer in southern California. It offers the chance to hear great music for free while witnessing the sights, sounds and smells of … Continue reading →

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Sweet Sister’s Harmonies: The Haden Triplets Play The Skirball Cultural Center In Memory of Charlie Haden

Posted on August 11, 2014 by Billy Bennight

I’ve had a soft spot for the Haden sisters since I received That Dog‘s eponymous release from Geffen Records back in the 90’s. So it was a no-brainer to attend this special show: especially, in light of the recent passing … Continue reading →

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“The Bollocks” A Private Reception for Dennis Morris at Known Gallery

Posted on August 10, 2014 by Billy Bennight

I joined Dawn Laureen and Taquila Mockingbird for one of the more marvelous retrospectives of the legendary photographer of The Sex Pistols, Dennis Morris, at Known Gallery for a private reception and celebration to kick off “The BOLLOCKS” exhibition. I’m sure everyone … Continue reading →

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The Seventh Annual Surf Guitar 101 Convention Rolls Out Surf’s Monster Guitars at the Starting Gate

Posted on August 8, 2014 by Billy Bennight

It has been nearly 6 months since Surf Fest rolled out at the Starting Gate and now with summer reaching its peak season nothing says summer fun like the big guitar sounds of a rockin’ Surf shindig! Slackstone and Seattle’s … Continue reading →

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New York City’s Heeney Hits Local Dates Around Southern California

Posted on June 27, 2014 by Billy Bennight

There’s some buzz flowing from New York City regarding Heeney‘s Garage Rock sound. Heeney is hitting the west coast and has some selected dates right here in Southern California for those inclined to hear something hot and new. The newest single … Continue reading →

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Honda Rockets New Music Out of Torrance with Three Great Bands to Launch Honda Stage

Posted on June 17, 2014 by Billy Bennight

On Thursday, June 11th, Honda made a bold move to connect and brand Millennials. I was invited to join in on the exciting kick off of Honda’s new music platform “Honda Stage“. The whole shindig was opened by Ellen K, … Continue reading →

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2014 ASCAP “I Create Music” Expo

Posted on May 10, 2014 by Billy Bennight

On Thursday, after my return form my San Francisco trip I popped into the ASCAP “I Create Music” Expo at the Loews Hotel at Hollywood & Highland to put my hand on the pulse of the art and business of … Continue reading →

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Live Review: Nicole Atkins at the Bootleg Bar

Posted on March 25, 2014 by Billy Bennight

There is a dearth of real talent within the Pop Music world: that is, people who can write and play their own songs. So when someone like Nicole Atkins dropped into my world it was very wanted and extremely desired. … Continue reading →

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Album Review: The Angst Blues of Jon Wahl and the Amadans; Record Release Party: El Cid, March 23

Posted on March 20, 2014 by John Collinson

Any true music fan knows that serious listening can only happen with a decent hi-fi in a dedicated space free of distractions and the myriad, perhaps pointless, multitasking activities that fill every free second of our lives. While increasingly fewer … Continue reading →

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