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Live at Pacific Amphitheatre August 20th, 2026 Review by Amaris Becker It’s been 15 years since The Head and the Heart released their self-titled debut album, and they brought all of it to the Pacific Amphitheatre on August 14th. They played the entire record front to back, and I was fortunate enough to experience it,Continue reading “THE HEAD AND THE HEART | LIVE AT PACIFIC AMPHITHETRE”

The Sixth Annual ROCK 2 FREEDOM BENEFIT SHOW August 20th, 2026 by Stuart Karpel As all of us music lovers know, instruments can act as a universal bridge that unites and inspires people to find connection. Communally supported artists can use their platform of expression to provide safe spaces for those whose voices aren’t heardContinue reading “THE SIXTH ANNUAL ROCK 2 FREEDOM BENEFIT SHOW IS COMING”

Live at The Rady Shell August 19th, 2026 Review by Fatima Kelley The city was full of PDA tonight as a sold-out crowd welcomed Interpol back to town at the gorgeous Rady Shell located downtown on the picturesque San Diego Bay. It was a perfectly crafted evening where moody and melancholy music danced hand inContinue reading “INTERPOL | LIVE AT THE RADY SHELL”

Brings Heart, Soul & Pure Joy to Chula Vista August 18th, 2026 Review by Joey Clark There are certain artists you go see because you want to hear the songs that served as the soundtrack to your life. Then there are artists you see because you want to witness what happens when decades of experience,Continue reading “SANTANA BRINGS HEART, SOUL AND PURE JOY TO CHULA VISTA”

MAKE A SPLASH at ALT 98.7’s Summer Pool Party August 14th, 2026 Review by Joey Clark ALT 98.7 closed out the summer with the ultimate pool party! Longtime listeners and devoted fans battled the nearly 100-degree heat poolside at Yaamava’ Casino and Resort to experience an intimate performance by The All-American Rejects. With the performanceContinue reading “THE ALL AMERICAN REJECTS | MAKE A SPLASH AT ALT987 POOL PARTY AT YAAMAVA’”

I BUILT YOU A TOWER TOUR Live at The Greek August 12th, 2026 Review by Stuart Karpel To capture the essence of a Death Cab for Cutie concert, try to think back to the first time you truly felt free of responsibility. Whether that brings you back to memories of an unforgettable vacation or theContinue reading “DEATH CAB FOR CUTIE | LIVE AT THE GREEK THEATER”

INDUSTRY REPORT # 70 OC’s NEXT BIG HIT! August 12th, 2026 by Jimmy Alvarez & Clara Amaris Becker For decades, Southern California has been a destination place for people worldwide. For Orange County, Disney, and OC sports teams – such as the Ducks and Angels, along with NCAA basketball tourneys – have brought people hereContinue reading “INDUSTRY REPORT # 70 | GREAT PARK LIVE & DAISY CHAIN FIELDS”

North American Tour Comes to Anaheim August 10th, 2026 by Kaitlin Pinell It’s time to break out the beaten-up Converse, emo eyeliner, and hair straightener because Sleeping with Sirens is bringing their An Ending in Itself Tour to Orange County. The tour follows the June release of the band’s eighth studio album, “An Ending inContinue reading “SLEEPING WITH SIRENS NORTH AMERICAN TOUR”

Replaces Joan Jett with All Washed Up Tour August 9th, 2026 by Traci Turner Fans hoping to see the Queen of Rock, Joan Jett, will unfortunately miss their chance this summer, but can catch some other rock idols. Jett’s team announced: “Following a recent injury, Joan Jett has undergone orthopedic surgery on a fractured vertebraeContinue reading “CHEAP TRICK | ALL WASHED UP TOUR IS COMING TO PAC AMP”

Return to Pacific Amphitheatre August 6th, 2026 by Clara Amaris Becker On September 6th, Boy George and Culture Club will take the stage at Costa Mesa’s Pacific Amphitheatre, the outdoor venue tucked inside the OC Fair & Event Center. The 7,850-seat venue will host their final show played in the U.S. before they head overseas.Continue reading “BOY GEORGE & CULTURE CLUB RETURN TO PACIFIC AMPHITHEATRE”