There are few constants in this world. Death, taxes, and the fact that Huey Lewis and the News are probably playing a gig somewhere, as they have for the past four decades.
But today, the band has announced that they’ve … Read the rest
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Happy Birthday, Soundwaves!
March 30, 1983.
That’s when we switched on the mic for the first time on public access TV, and played two hours of music on a Wednesday afternoon.
Who knew that afternoon what would follow: Soundwaves would produce 500 episodes … Read the rest
Kim Wilde has a Close Encounter, releases “Aliens”
With a well known penchant for wine tasting, Wilde wandered into her private garden with a glass of wine and two trustworthy companions, unknowingly embarking on an existential journey that would change their lives. Awestruck while witnessing a brilliant orb … Read the rest
Huey Lewis and the News Stage Musical in the Works
The music of Huey Lewis and the News will anchor a new stage musical, to be called Heart of Rock and Roll. Huey made the announcement with the help of celebrity fan Jimmy Kimmel, who humorously announces his plans … Read the rest
The Cars’ Shake It Up and Heartbeat City return with Expanded Editions
Coinciding with the Cars’ long-awaited induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Rhino will issue new editions for two of the band’s studio albums – Shake It Up and Heartbeat City. Both expanded titles, with previously unreleased … Read the rest
BAMMIES Reunion Concert announced for March 24th
The BAMMIES REUNION CONCERT is a star-studded gathering of the musicians and fans who took part in the San Francisco Bay Area Music Awards~ THE BAMMIES during the 1970’s, 80’s and 90’s! The Bay Area has long had one of … Read the rest
David Byrne announces American Utopia album and 80-city Tour
David Byrne has announced an 80-city tour to support his new album American Utopia, and if you think the Talking Heads legend is going to take it easy, think again!
Byrne has called the tour “the most ambitious show I’ve … Read the rest
Cranberries singer Dolores O’Riordan dies at 46
Dolores O’Riordan, lead singer of Irish rock band The Cranberries, has died in London. She was 46.
O’Riordan died in London, where she was recording, publicist Lindsey Holmes said. “No further details are available at this time,” Holmes said, adding … Read the rest
Stray Cats to Reunite, Headline Vegas Rockabilly Weekend
Stray Cats will soon rock this town again! “This town” being Vegas, and the occasion being the perfect occasion for a little Stray Cat Strut!
Brain Setzer tweeted the announcement that he would not only be joining fellow Cats Slim … Read the rest
David Bowie Book Club launched by his Son
Leave it to David Bowie to make reading cool again.
In particular, we owe thanks to Bowie’s son, director Duncan Jones, who has launched an online book club dedicated to his late father’s favorite literary works.
In 2013, Bowie’s website … Read the rest
The Eagles Announce More 2018 Tour Dates
You can check out any time you’d like. But you can never leave!
Two years after the death of founding member Glenn Frey, and the announcement that the legendary rock band The Eagles had died with him, the band soldiers … Read the rest
Soundwaves Xmas 2017: Behind-the-Scenes
A peek behind-the-scenes on the production of Soundwaves Xmas 2017. All photos credited to Pamela Marcelino Duque and Emma Duque and DuMarc Photography.
BACK TO SOUNDWAVES XMAS 2017: THE OFFICIAL SITE
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Soundwaves Xmas 2017: The Official Site
Welcome to the official home of Soundwaves Xmas 2017, the 28th annual event celebrating Bay Area music and culture, as well as noteworthy nonprofits changing the world one neighborhood at a time!
Hosted by Soundwaves regulars Dennis Willis (… Read the rest
Announcing: Soundwaves Xmas 2017
We’re proud to announce the 2017 edition of SOUNDWAVES XMAS, the annual TV rock and roll holiday party that features exciting exclusive musical performances, and spotlights Bay Area nonprofits making a difference!
Hosted by Soundwaves regulars Dennis Willis (… Read the rest
Soundwaves Xmas – The 2017 Motion Poster
New Wave City brings the Music for 25 Years
A look at the history and enduring appeal of New Wave City, an ongoing San Francisco event billed as “the First & Foremost 80’s Dance Party.” Dennis Willis chats with co-creator Steve Indig (aka DJ Shindog) about the epic NWC … Read the rest
Music legend Tom Petty dies at 66
Music legend Tom Petty has died at the age of 66, after being found in cardiac arrest at his home.
Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers completed their 40th anniversary tour just last Monday with three nights at the Hollywood Bowl. … Read the rest
Cheap Trick to release Christmas Christmas on October 20th
Arriving October 20th is the newest release from Cheap Trick, thier third album within 18 months – a holiday package called Christmas Christmas.
The team from Big Machine Records stated “Arriving mere months after We’re Alright!, Cheap Trick co-produced … Read the rest
Gene Simmons will Personally Deliver his Box Set The Vault – For a Price!
With the entrepreneurial spirit that we’ve come to expect from the consistently “high-risk/high-reward” Mr. Simmons, Gene has topped himself with the extremely lofty offerings of The Vault. And it will only cost you $50,000. Sort of.
Let me explain.
The … Read the rest
Police, Bowie, Level 42 and King Crimson alum form supergroup Gizmodrome
Police drummer Stewart Copeland is once again surrounded by music legends making exciting music!
He’s arguably the biggest name in a rock supergroup called Gizmodrome, a four-piece band that consists of Copeland, Level 42 bassist Mark King, Italian keyboardist Vittorio … Read the rest