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Drumming Great: The PS Walk of the Stars Honors Hal Blaine, a Wrecking Crew Member and One of the Most Recorded Drummers of All Time

by Matt King January 26th, 2023January 26th, 2023

The late Hal Blaine was a drummer for the world-famous “Wrecking Crew,” and played on six straight Grammy Award Record of the Year winners. He’s being honored by the PS Walk of the Stars.

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Sounds of the Desert: AWE Bar in Yucca Valley Launches a Monthly Open-Mic Night Hosted by Teddy Quinn

by Matt King January 5th, 2023January 5th, 2023

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A Musical 180: Marni’s Nicolas Lara Talks About His New Sound, New Release and New Music Scene

by Matt King December 20th, 2022December 21st, 2022

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Beyond Cover Bands: The Rock Yard at Fantasy Springs Celebrates a New Stage and an Increasingly Diverse Lineup

by Matt King November 4th, 2022November 7th, 2022

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Back on the Map: Big-Name Local Musicians Get Help From Their Friends to Put on a Show to Save the Historic Plaza Theatre

by Matt King November 3rd, 2022November 3rd, 2022

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Time for Vinyl: Gré Records and Coffee Expands to Host Live Music and Celebrate Art

by Matt King October 18th, 2022October 18th, 2022

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High Desert Harmonizers: The Band Flames of Durga Celebrates Desert Rock With Its Self-Titled Debut LP

by Matt King October 6th, 2022October 4th, 2022

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Spooky Songs: Compilation Album ‘It Came From the Desert’ Shows Off Local Talent

by Kevin Mann September 21st, 2022September 21st, 2022

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Mind Over Music: After a Mental-Health Break, Crystal Hernandez of Desert Crystal Is Back With a New Single and Music Video

by Matt King September 4th, 2022September 4th, 2022

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A Way to Make Noise: Angel Chavez’s Goal: Offer a Platform to Local Artists, Starting With a YouTube Documentary Airing Sept. 9

by Matt King August 11th, 2022August 11th, 2022

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Category: Music News and Features

Drumming Great: The PS Walk of the Stars Honors Hal Blaine, a Wrecking Crew Member and One of the Most Recorded Drummers of All Time

Sounds of the Desert: AWE Bar in Yucca Valley Launches a Monthly Open-Mic Night Hosted by Teddy Quinn

A Musical 180: Marni’s Nicolas Lara Talks About His New Sound, New Release and New Music Scene

Beyond Cover Bands: The Rock Yard at Fantasy Springs Celebrates a New Stage and an Increasingly Diverse Lineup

Back on the Map: Big-Name Local Musicians Get Help From Their Friends to Put on a Show to Save the Historic Plaza Theatre

Time for Vinyl: Gré Records and Coffee Expands to Host Live Music and Celebrate Art

High Desert Harmonizers: The Band Flames of Durga Celebrates Desert Rock With Its Self-Titled Debut LP

Spooky Songs: Compilation Album ‘It Came From the Desert’ Shows Off Local Talent

Mind Over Music: After a Mental-Health Break, Crystal Hernandez of Desert Crystal Is Back With a New Single and Music Video

A Way to Make Noise: Angel Chavez’s Goal: Offer a Platform to Local Artists, Starting With a YouTube Documentary Airing Sept. 9

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