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Gary is a music fanatic, highlighting the best in OC bands, venues, and music events. He is the author of "A Gopher I Couldn't Defuse," an illustrated collection of his weekly short story, the Uncle Sal Chronicles.

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Indie Music Spotlight: Utah County Swillers

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I first came across country-punk band Utah County Swillers when I heard one of its tunes on Radio Free Bakersfield. So, I had some general idea of...
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Quick and Easy Boys: Bad Decisions with Good People

The jaded music reviewer will tell you that nothing new can be done in music. Maybe that reviewer is right. The musical spectrum has been pretty well...
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Glenn Patrik: a mash-up of Kansas City, Texas, and Chicago blues

Like many blues players, Glenn Patrik comes from humble beginnings, but has gone from a housing project to playing with blues giants. Via phone, he...
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Karl Fest 2009: local music and local beer

So it's October, but times are tough and you can't make it to Germany for Oktoberfest. Fear not. Karl Strauss is hosting an event that combines two...
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Select Yep Roc titles for only $5 each

Financial times are still pretty tough, but that doesn't mean you have to pay full-price for all of your CDs. For the next two weeks, Yep Roc Records...
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The Music of Star Wars at Honda Center

Few things have impacted American culture like the Star Wars franchise. With movies, books (both novels and graphic...
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AFI releases Crash Love

AFI releases its first new studio album since Decemberunderground in 2006. Crash Love will be available in stores tomorrow. However, if you are...
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Wau y Los Arrrghs!!! play Old Town Pub in Pasadena

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Loyal reader, you were promised features about two bands making rare appearances in southern California this week. This is the second. Wau y Los...
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Two Cow Garage plays Crane's Hollywood

Dear reader, do not let it ever be said that I do not have my finger on the pulse of what is happening in southern California. This week, two very...
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Songs for Talk Like a Pirate Day

September 19th marks an observance, and while it may not show up on your calendar, it is worth celebrating simply...
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