MISS DERRINGER - TOUR & NEW ALBUM!!

MISS DERRINGER is out on tour promoting their upcoming album, "Winter Hill" which drops July 14th! They have a new song, Bulletproof Heart which you can listen to right HERE! As usual, it pretty much R-O-C-K-S-! Check it out AND also check them out on tour. Below are their tour dates. Here's our past review and photos of their show HERE!

TOUR DATES
Jun 13 2009 8:00P
Ground Zero ALL AGES w/ Girl In A Coma Spartanburg, South Carolina

Jun 14 2009 8:00P
Milestone 18+ w/ Girl In A Coma Charlotte, North Carolina

Jun 16 2009 8:00P
Red and Black 21+ w/ Girl In A Coma Washington, Washington DC

Jun 17 2009 8:00P
Khyber 21+ w/ Girl In A Coma Philedelphia, Pennsylvania

Jun 18 2009 8:00P
Brighton Bar 21+ w/ Girl in A Coma Long Branch, New Jersey

Jun 19 2009 7:00P
Highline Ballroom EARLY SHOW ALL AGES w/ Girl In A Coma New York

Jun 20 2009 8:00P
Iron Horse ALL AGES w/ Girl In A Coma Northampton, Massachusetts

Jun 21 2009 8:00P
Harpers Ferry 18+ w/Girl In A Coma Allston, Massachusetts
Jun 23 2009 8:00P
Bernie’s Distillery ALL AGES w/ Girl In A Coma Columbus, Ohio

Jun 24 2009 8:00P
The Crofoot (Pike Room) ALL AGES w/ Girl In a Coma Pontiac, Michigan

Jun 25 2009 8:00P
Radio Radio 21+ w/ Girl In A Coma Indianapolis, Indiana

Jun 26 2009 9:00P
Sazerac Lounge Grand Rapids, Michigan

Jun 27 2009 9:00P
Subterranean Chicago, Illinois

Jun 29 2009 4:00P
Milwaukee Summer Fest Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Jul 1 2009 8:00P
7th St Entry 18+ w/ Girl In A Coma Minneapolis, Minnesota

Jul 2 2009 8:00P
The Waiting Room ALL AGES w/ Girl In A Coma Omaha, Nebraska

Jul 3 2009 8:00P
Riot Room 21+ w/ Girl In A Coma Kansas City, Missouri

Jul 4 2009 1:30P
80/35 Festival Des Moines, Iowa

Jul 6 2009 8:00P
Three Kings Tavern 21 + w/ Girl In A Coma Denver, Colorado

Jul 7 2009 8:00P
American Legion ALL AGES w/ Girl In A Coma Casper, Wyoming

Jul 8 2009 8:00P
Burts 21+ w/ Girl In A Coma Salt Lace City, Utah

Jul 9 2009 8:00P
Neurolux 21+ w/ Girl In A Coma Boise, Idaho

Jul 10 2009 8:00P
El Corazon ALL AGES w/ Girl In A Coma Seattle, Washington

Jul 11 2009 8:00P
Doug Fir 21+ w/ Girl In A Coma Portland, Oregon

Jul 13 2009 8:00P
Lost on Main 21+ w/ Girl In A Coma Chico, California

Jul 14 2009 8:00P
The Fire Escape 21+ w/ Girl In A Coma Citrus Heights, California

Jul 15 2009 8:00P
Blank Club 21+ w/ Girl In a Coma San Jose, California

Jul 16 2009 8:00P
Bottom Of The Hill 18+ w/ Girl In A Coma San Francisco, California

Jul 17 2009 8:00P
Alex’s Bar 21+ w/ Girl In A Coma Long Beach, California

Jul 18 2009 8:00P
Knitting Factory ALL AGES w/ Girl In A Coma Los Angeles, California

Jul 21 2009 8:00P
Casbah w/ Girl In A Coma San Diego, California

Jul 22 2009 8:00P
Beauty Bar w/ Girl In A Coma Las Vegas, Nevada

Jul 23 2009 8:00P
Hollywood Alley w/ Girl In A Coma Mesa, Arizona

Jul 24 2009 8:00P
Plush w/ Girl In A Coma Tucson, Arizona

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Here's a vid shot last year of Miss Derringer performing "Bulletproof Heart" and my favorite, "Black Tears." Enjoy!

LISA D'AMATO checks into CELEB REHAB

Lisa D'Amato / photograph by Picksysticks

VH1 recently announced the new cast for Season 3 of Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew. One person on that list is L.A.'s own Lisa D'Amato.

Here's the rest of the cast:

• "One Day at a Time" actress Mackenzie Phillips
• former NBA star Dennis Rodman
• country singer Mindy McCready
• actor Mike Starr
• 'Real World: Hollywood' cast member Joey Kovar
• 'America's Next Top Model' contestant Lisa D'Amato
• Playboy Playmate Kari Ann Peniche
• former Hollywood madam Heidi Fleiss.
• Actor Tom Sizemore
  

The next season of the Vh1 reality show “Celebrity Rehab” will premiere in early 2010. Here's the official release from VH1:

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VH1 HEADS BACK TO REHAB WITH DR. DREW PINSKY FOR A THIRD INSTALLMENT OF

“CELEBRITY REHAB WITH DR. DREW”

Season Three Cast Includes Mackenzie Phillips, Heidi Fleiss, Tom Sizemore, Dennis Rodman, Mindy McCready, Lisa D’Amato, Mike Starr, Joey Kovar and Kari Ann Peniche

Los Angeles, CA – June 1, 2009 – VH1 has once again partnered with Dr. Drew Pinsky for a third season of the hit reality series “Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew.” The series, consisting of eight one-hour episodes, is slated to premiere in early 2010.

Similar to the first two cycles, the third season of “Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew” will follow the real-life experiences of celebrity patients undergoing detoxification and treatment at The Pasadena Recovery Center. The show will follow Mackenzie Phillips (One Day At A Time), Heidi Fleiss, Tom Sizemore, Dennis Rodman, Mindy McCready (Country Music Singer), Lisa D’Amato (ANTM), Mike Starr (Alice in Chains), Joey Kovar (Real World Hollywood) and Kari Ann Peniche (Playboy Playmate).

The series will chronicle the patients’ intensive 21-day program with both group and one-on-one therapy and non-traditional therapies like art and music. Returning to the show to help Dr. Drew are drug counselor Bob Forrest and resident technician Shelly Sprague who have each spent years on both sides of the rehab fence. Dr. Drew is also bringing in some additional prominent physicians to help him give the patients supplementary one-on-one care.

Dr. Drew, who is a highly respected practicing MD and is board certified in addiction medicine, will once again give viewers an unflinching look at exactly how the rehab process works and what it feels like for participants. Dr. Drew hopes to use his celebrity patients to humanize the process and show viewers that treatment is a viable way to break the cycle of addiction.

Dr. Drew is host of the nationally syndicated radio show LOVELINE where he has been taking calls from listeners since 1984. Many people do not know that Dr. Drew is an internist who is board certified in addiction medicine, still runs a private practice, and is Assistant Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at the Keck USC School of Medicine. Although he is an associate professor of clinical psychiatry at the KECK USC he is not a psychologist or psychiatrist. He is the author of the New York Times bestseller The Mirror Effect: How Celebrity Narcissism is Seducing America (Harper Collins) and CRACKED: Putting Broken Lives Together Again (Harper Collins,) that looks at treating addicts from a caretaker’s perspective. Among numerous awards, Dr. Drew was honored with the 2008 Larry Stewart Leadership and Inspiration Award at the 12th Annual PRISM Awards.

BOOMKAT & THE MULHOLLANDS @ The Mint

Taryn Manning of Boomkat / photo by picksysticks

Imagine my surprise when I went to The Mint to catch Boomkat, only to find out that The Mulhollands was also on the bill. Oh yeah!! Apparently a last minute addition, The Mulhollands fronted by Sarah Jeanette took the stage with a new look and new songs.

They always put on a great show. You can check out our past review of The Mulhollands riiiiiight HERE!

the Mulhollands
photo by picksysticks

Sarah Jeanette of The Mulhollands
photograph by picksysticks

But of course, the highlight of the night was Boomkat. Led by Taryn Manning and her brother Kellin Manning, Boomkat makes it look easy with their latest album, A Million Trillion Stars, with their urban/hip-pop sounds of soothing ballads and straight-up electric pop songs that will sure to make you dance.

Originally signed by Dreamworks records until it shut down 2005, their songs have been featured in films like 8 Mile, Mean Girls, Crossroads and The Italian Job. Now, straying away from the major record label, Boomkat has decided to release their new album, A Million Trillion Stars, independently and, in a sense, controlling their music and how it reaches their loyal following.

Taryn Manning of Boomkat
photo by picksysticks

Inspired by hip-hop, 80’s and Brit Pop, Boomkat is the real deal, their sound constructed with catchy and stimulating tunes. Whether it be the hypnotic sounds of "Lonely Child" and "Runaway" or the head-numbing beats of "Run Boy," Boomkat creates trance-inducing, simmering beats and melodies. Add to that Taryn’s windswept vocals in songs "Elated" and "Not My Fault" to mesmerize you into submission.

Although Taryn is well known from her 'other job,' she stresses that she doesn't want to be categorized as an actor/singer. But judging by Boomkat's latest record and live performance her presence and talent shines onstage and if this 'acting' thing doesn't work out, she sure seems content to continue living life moving forward with her true passion - music.

Here's Boomkat's video for "Run Boy."


And here's their performance of "Run Away" recently on Live Direct TV.
Boomkat on Live Direct TV

Jesca Hoop's Farewell Shows

Jesca Hoop / photo by Frank Ockenfel

We're sorry to hear that Jesca Hoop is moving from L.A. to Manchester, England. So she has decided to play final farewell gigs at The Hotel Cafe starting tonight! Let's wish her good luck and I'm sure we'll be seeing AND hearing her in the future. She is currently working on her new album. Here's what she says on her myspace blog.

April Farewell Hoop shows

hello my friends !

I have scheduled four Farewell Hoop Shows....

Where am i going you ask ?

I think its time i tell you that i have decided to move. As of may 1st 2009
i will be living in Manchester England !!!

I am very excited for the change.

I will continue to work and play here in the states. You have been all so very supportive and i will do everything in my power to build furthur the relationship between myself and my beloved audience here in the U.S.

With that said i would like to invite you all to join me for four farewell shows at my home away home here in Los Angeles the Hotel Cafe in the month of April... see my profile for dates times and cover.

please come.. i so would love to sing thankyou to you !!!

FAREWELL SHOWS:
April 1 - Hotel Cafe
April 9 - Hotel Cafe
April 16 - Hotel Cafe
April 29 - Hotel Cafe

EVIL BEAVER @ The Roxy

Evil Beaver performs at The Roxy.

Hey ya'll. 405 East has a wicked cool review of Evil Beaver. Here's an excerpt:

Evil Evie with smoked rough vocals and clenching electric bass guitar fronts a drummer, and that’s it, that’s the bass and bash band that is Evil Beaver. Make it ten years of spitting pissed-off juicy licks of metal, which include six albums and a recorded live performance in Switzerland, and in addition to this list of recordings is the newly compiled round-up of “Beaver fan favz from the 2000 thru 2007” entitled: “7 Yearz of Rock.” And there’s still more blowing out speakers on cakes to come as EB is set to release a new album in 2009.

And if you feel that you’re behind on their spirit of ill-tempered enlightenment, you can currently download all their music for Free! Check out their site at evilbeaver.us. Download and crank deaf the tunes into your ear canals and while you’re at it, get out to their live show!

Evil Evie of Evil Beaver

As for me, there’s a soundtrack of my Evil Beaver favorites that unravels like a scattered thread of lingering thoughts. It started out as a chronological “greatest hits” of Evil Beaver, but then when placed in dramatic order, the music told instead a rather interesting yet abstract story. A sort of rock opera of mixed media imagery. Of course I took artistic liberties on my behalf in the interpretation of their music. My flow of consciousness floating within the frameworks of Evil Beaver yielded a strange output in which the final piece is a trip through the mad funhouse of reality. The sanity ends here.

(Check out more of the review at 405East)

SXSW 2009 - Mandi Perkins @ Gibson Bus Sessions

Mandi Perkins dropped by the Gibson Sessions for a quick interview and performed, "Why Pretend" and "Behind Blue Eyes" from The Who. Enjoy!

SXSW 2009: MEIKO @ The Parish

Last Thursday during Austin's annual South by Southwest music and film festival, The Parish hosted The Hotel Cafe showcase featuring Caitlin Crosby, Holly Conlan, Anya Marina, Lisa Hannigan, Thao With The Get Down Stay Down, Jim Bianco, Lenka, Meiko, Greg Laswell, Cary Brothers, Gomez and more. Here's a video of L.A. local Meiko performing "Boys with Girlfriends."

SXSW 2009: THE DOLLYROTS New Song @ Gibson Sessions

The videos are starting to stream in from this years South By Soutwest (SXSW) in Austin, Texas. L.A. locals REPRESENT! Check out these performances below. More are sure to come!!

The Dollyrots stop in for The Gibson Bus Sessions last Thursday to perform their new song called "California" (or "Slip Away") off their new upcoming album. They also sing a sa-weeet cover of The Ronettes' "Be My Baby."

SXSW 2009 - KILLOLA

KILLOLA performs "All of My Idols Are Dead."

SXSW 2009 - THE RESCUES @ One2One Bar

The Rescues perform "Lost Along the Way."

SXSW 2009: EMILY WELLS @ Buffalo Billiards

Last Chance to Catch KILLOLA!

This is your last chance to catch KILLOLA on their Hell on Heels Tour in L.A. AND before they head to their SXSW dates in Austin Texas later this month. They'll be at the Knitting Factory this Wednesday. This show is gonna be SA-WEEEET!

NICO VEGA @ The Roxy

Nico Vega's new self-titled album. Click image above to buy their album.
Last Tuesday, I was able to catch the NICO VEGA show at The Roxy for their new self-titled CD release show and personally, I've never seen The Roxy THAT packed! Here's a video below(courtesy of 405east) of Nico Vega at the Roxy playing my favorite song, "GRAVITY"!!



This trio, consisting of Aja Volkman (vocals), Rich Koehler (guitar) and Dan Epand (drums), didn't disapoint, giving the crowd a pure, adrenalin-packed, volume to eleven-filled rock show. Aja's weathered voice seems fragile when she acknowlegdes the capacity crowd but once she gets started, her voice packs a wallop as her and the rest of the band rev up full speed and never slow down. Reviews are in for this album. Here's an excerpt from ShePlaysMusic.com:

If you’re looking for a healthy dose of good ole rock n’ roll, the album, Nico Vega, is one of the best servings I’ve heard in a very long time. Incorporating elements of soul, folk and electronic sounds, the album is sure to satiate your hunger for fresh rock music.

Check out the rest of the review right HERE.

In other Nico Vega news: So here I am getting ready to watch American Idol Thursday night, and all of a sudden this FOX commercial comes on promoting their shows. What caught my attention was the song playing over the clips of The Simpsons, 24, House, Terminator: Sarah Connor Chronicles and Hell's Kitchen. It was none other than L.A.'s own Nico Vega and (of course) my favorite song "Gravity." Woo-hoo! Check it out below!

UPCOMING SHOWS:
MARCH 14TH - The Roxy with the Von Bondies

Here's another Nico Vega video of them performing "Burn Burn" off their new self-titled CD. Enjoy!

THE BREAKUP Widget

The Breakup @ The Key Club

The Breakup performs "Wake Up" at the Key Club
video courtesy of 405east

THE BREAKUP
Melissa Koziel - sticks
Francis Rabe - bass
George Pepe - keys
Matt Field - guitar
Kristina Oquist- vocals

“STAND UP AND SHOUT! ARE YOU READY FOR THIS?”
S.O.S. The Breakup

There must be something in the water that breeds just fun and exciting bands in Orange County. Whether it be the year-round sunny weather or the picture-esque ocean views, The OC just has a way of influencing bands with energetic and catchy music to party to.

Hailing from The OC, The Breakup's newest album, "Don't Keep Us A Secret," is ripe with vintage 80's inspired pop/rock that will surely make you get up to dance and sing.

The Breakup/photo by picksysticks

Playing last Thursday at The Key Club, The Breakup outshined this night's crowded line-up with a tight set-list that showcased Kristina's commanding vocals, Melissa's authoritative drumbeats and guitar-driven songs from Matt. Add to that the cool, smooth bass of Francis and George's keyboards leading the charge and you have a solid power-pop performance filled with infectious melodies and scream-out-loud, anthem-like choruses. Such is the case in "All The Way," "Now or Never," and "S.O.S.," well-crafted songs that surely will keep you humming the tune days later. The surprising treat is George's keys that add a touch of nostalgic 80s-pop sounds in songs like "Wake Up," and "All The Way." All in all, "Don't Keep Us A Secret" is filled with high-octane songs that simmer to a boiling, fast tempo until its feverish, volcanic explosions of pure energy.

photo by picksysticks/The Breakup

This talented quintet knows how to rock and they make it seem effortless. With only five tracks on the album, it's sure to wet your appetite for more songs. To date, The Breakup performed on the Vans Warped Tour, has received airplay on The World Famous Los Angeles' KROQ and their songs have also been featuared on MTV. "Don't Keep Us A Secret" is a fitting title to their latest EP considering that once you've listened to this album, it will be hard for anyone to keep The Breakup a secret much longer.

UPCOMING SHOWS:
March 6 - Hot Topic, Glendale (In-store Acoustic Performance)
March 27 - No Future Cafe, Pasadena (All Ages)

The Breakup performs "Don't Fade Away"
vid shot by 405east

MARCH MADNESS!!!

Wow! March Madness is here. Great bands and great music every day of the month!! So many shows! So little time.

Mar 2 -The Hectors @ The Echo
Mar 3 - Electric Valentine @ Viper Room
Mar 3 - terra naomi @ Hotel Cafe
Mar 3 - White Carriage @ The Airliner
Mar 4 - Lisa @ Le Duex
Mar 4 -The Automatic Music Explosion @ CSUF
Mar 4 -THE BREAKUP @ Knitting Factory
Mar 4 - Mika Miko @ UCLA w/ The Mae Shi!
Mar 4 - SPIDER PROBLEM @ 3 of Clubs
Mar 4 - MEGASAPIEN @ The Viper Room
Mar 4 - sarah tea @ Room 5 Lounge
Mar 4 - electrocute @ The Roxy
Mar 5 - hear kitty @ cat club
Mar 5 - White Carriage @ Good Hurt
Mar 6 -THE BREAKUP @ Hot Topic/Glendale
Mar 6 - SPIDER PROBLEM @ Juanita’s in Highland Park
Mar 7 - THE DOLLYROTS @ THE MIDNIGHT SHOW, HOSTED BY ANDY RICHTER! @ UPRIGHT CITIZENS BRIGADE THEATER
Mar 7 - hear kitty @ hogue barmichaels
Mar 9 - Pink Mochi @ Silverlake Lounge
Mar 9 - some hear explosions @ Key Club
Mar 11 - Killola (Opening for NEW YORK DOLLS @ Knitting Factory
Mar 11 - ANGIE MATTSON @ HOME (Silverlake)
Mar 11 - Raining Jane @ Hotel Cafe w/ SARA BAREILLES- SOLD OUT
Mar 11 - Rachael Cantu @ HOME (Silverlake)
Mar 11 - The Action Design @ THE KNITTING FACTORY
Mar 11 - Marina @ Cafe Muse
Mar 11 - SPIDER PROBLEM @ Old Towne Pub w
Mar 11 - The Mulhollands @ Club Moscow @ Boardner’s
Mar 12 - Raining Jane @ Hotel Cafe w/ SARA BAREILLES- SOLD OUT
Mar 12 - Ladies and Gents @ 5 Star Bar/Downtown Art Walk Aftershow
Mar 12 - amilia k spicer @ The Cinema Bar
Mar 12 - MANDI PERKINS @ MOLLY MALONES
Mar 12 - DEAD ROSE BEAUTY @ King King
Mar 13 - Raining Jane @ Hotel Cafe w/ SARA BAREILLES- SOLD OUT
Mar 13 - Whispertown2000 @ The Roxy
Mar 13 - Gram Rabbit @ Echoplex
Mar 14 - FUJI MINX™ @ Java Joe’s (Yorba Linda)
Mar 14 - The Go-Sheilas @ BERNIE’S SPORTS BAR
Mar 14 - Nico Vega @ The Roxy with The Von Bondies
Mar 14 - meiko @ The Lodge
Mar 14 - sally jaye @ The Lodge - w/Meiko
Mar 14 - Apocalipstick @ Bernie’s Sports Bar
Mar 14 - The Automatic Music Explosion @ Fox and Hounds
Mar 14 - MEGASAPIEN @ The Unknown Theatre
Mar 14 - LUCY WALSH @ ROOM 5
Mar 15 - Lots of Love @ The Knitting Factory
Mar 15 - emily wells @ Saint Rocke
Mar 15 - meiko @ Saint Rocke
Mar 15 - SPIDER PROBLEM @ Crane’s Tavern
Mar 16 - GREAT NORTHERN @ Silverlake Lounge
Mar 16 - Mika Miko @ The Smell
Mar 18 - Lisa @ Key Club
Mar 20 - The Randies @ Slide Bar
Mar 20 - A Pretty Mess @ The Crest
Mar 20 - the Human Value @ Downtown 81
Mar 21 - The Randies @ Knitting Factory
Mar 21 - A Pretty Mess @ The Blvd Cafe and Bar
Mar 21 - io echo @ House of Blues w/ OK GO
Mar 21 - White Carriage @ the Airliner
Mar 21 - Mather Louth And Radio Noir @ Saturday Night Fish Fry at the REDWOOD BAR
Mar 22 - Mather Louth And Radio Noir @ The Pink Parlor
Mar 22 - Mather Louth And Radio Noir @ Cicada Club
Mar 25 - Rachael Cantu @ HOTEL CAFE
Mar 25 - SPIDER PROBLEM @ Club Moscow @ Boardners
Mar 26 - emily wells @ The Troubadour
Mar 26 - The Ditty Bops @ the El Rey
Mar 26 - SPIDER PROBLEM @ Mais Cafe
Mar 27 - THE BREAKUP [ON iTUNES!!] @ No Future Cafe
Mar 27 - SPIDER PROBLEM @ California Institute for the Abnormal Arts
Mar 28 - Lisa @ Society
Mar 28 - obedient waves @ The Knitting Factory
Mar 28 - Kim @ Cat Club
Mar 28 - SPIDER PROBLEM @ Echo Curio
Mar 29 - the bird and the bee @ Broad Stage

MISS DERRINGER @ The Roxy

New videos of Miss Derringer's show at The Roxy on January 23rd! Check out the videos HERE!

Miss Derringer performing "Black Tears" at The Roxy Jan. 23rd.

NEW VIDEO FROM LISA D'AMATO

LISA D'AMATO & DANCERS @ press play

Check it fellas~Lisa D'Amato's new video for "Trainwreck." Catchy, hot and sexy! What more can you ask for? Lisa D'Amato is just FLAWLESS! You can catch Lisa and her superfly dancers next Wednesday, February 18th at the Key Club! Check out our review of her past show HERE!

GIRLS WILL ROCK AT SXSW!

In its 23rd year, SXSW remains an essential event on the music industry calendar. SXSW Music takes place March 18-22, 2009 in Austin, Texas.

The SXSW MUSIC AND MEDIA CONFERENCE features a legendary festival showcasing more than 1,800 musical acts of all genres from around the globe on over eighty stages in downtown Austin.

Check out the list of LA’s best playing this legendary event!

Great Northern
Gram Rabbit

Honeyhoney

The Happy Hollows

IO Echo

KILLOLA

Lissie

Magic Wands

Angie Mattson

Meliss Fx

Mika Miko

Terra Naomi

Mandi Perkins

The Rescues

Samantha Shelton

Alyssa Suede

Maria Taylor

Lucy Walsh

Emily Wells

"In its 22 years, SXSW has grown from a tiny music festival in the Texas capital into a massive, unavoidable media beast that reflects, discusses and showcases trends in culture and media but also often creates them." National Post, 3/13/08

NICO VEGA = NEW CD Release Show!!