Legendary West Coast Pioneer Brings His Signature Sound to an Exclusive DJ Set & Live Performance
Hip-hop royalty is coming to the desert.
West Coast rap legend Too $hort, one of the most influential voices in hip-hop history, is set to take over the stage for an electrifying night of music, energy, and unforgettable performances at Reforma on Saturday, July 11,...
By Craig Michaels
Summer in Greater Palm Springs means sunshine, blue skies, and plenty of opportunities to unwind by the water. While many people assume a luxurious resort day requires booking an overnight stay, Agua Caliente Casinos offers several exceptional day pass experiences that allow both locals and visitors to enjoy world-class amenities without the cost of a hotel room.
Whether...
By Phil Lacombe
Out of the Coachella Valley’s endless stretch of desert quiet and late-night glow comes The Sieve and the Saddle, a duo built on contrast, chemistry, and storytelling that feels carved straight from the landscape itself.
Made up of Morgan Alise Carmona and Johnny Carmona, the pair create music that blends Americana, folk, and desert-tinged rock into something emotionally...
Critically acclaimed country trio will perform in the Morongo Grand Ballroom on Saturday, July 18.
Midland, the Grammy-nominated Texas trio known for their smooth Western vocals and distinctive retro sound, will bring their nostalgic country music hits to the Morongo Grand Ballroom on Saturday, July 18, at Morongo Casino Resort & Spa.
With over a billion streams and multiple chart-topping hits,...
It is performed by Gary Mullen & The Works, a band headed by Freddie Mercury imitator Gary Mullen, who had previously won the U.K. talent show Stars in Their Eyes with his vocal and visual imitation of Mercury.
The other members of the band are David Brockett on guitar, Jon Halliwell on drums and Malcolm Gentles on keyboards.
The band breathes...
Augustine Casino is turning 24, and the celebration is set to be one for the record books. Starting July 13 through Saturday, July 18, the casino is hosting a week-long anniversary bash packed with thrilling promotions, massive cash drawings, and exclusive dining specials to thank its loyal guests for over two decades of support.
The week’s festivities will culminate on...
“The Black Dog And The Wandering Boy (New West Records)
By Eleni P. Austin
Drop the needle on any James McMurtry song and it feels as though he’s spinning a yarn just for you. Comfortable and conversational, his tales split the difference between authentic and apocryphal. He comes by his narrative prowess naturally. His father was Pulitzer Prize-winning author Larry McMurtry...
For generations of underground rock fans, few names carry the reverence and authenticity of Toody Cole. As the bassist, vocalist, and co-founder of the legendary Portland punk band Dead Moon, Cole helped shape an uncompromising sound that inspired countless musicians while remaining fiercely independent. On Saturday, July 11, music lovers in the Coachella Valley will have the rare opportunity...
Reflections on 250 Years of Finding Our Groove
By Sweet Baby J’ai
America's 250th birthday party isn't over yet. With celebrations planned throughout the year, the official fireworks may have faded, but the music is still playing.
I spent part of the holiday weekend making the rounds, taking in the many ways Palm Springs celebrates America. From One Eleven Bar's "Red, White...
By Rick Riozza
I hope many of you wine & tennis enthusiasts have been enjoying the celebrated viewing tradition of catching the Wimbledon tennis championship event on the tube in the early morning hours here out in the west.
And we of course eat it all up mimicking the All England Club breakfasts served over there on the Wimbledon grounds. The...
By Janet McAfee
Dogs have an incredible ability to detect odors way beyond our human capacity. They possess more than 25 times the number of scent receptors than humans, boosting their smelling ability by 100,000 times. Dogs are used to detect drugs and explosives in airports, they help our military in combat locate land mines, and they work valiantly in...
By Haddon Libby
The Coachella Valley is no stranger to scorching summers, with temperatures routinely climbing into the 120s on our hottest days. While residents know to stay hydrated and seek shade, many overlook how this brutal heat impacts their vehicles. From fuel efficiency to tire wear and battery life, extreme temperatures create unique challenges for desert drivers. Here’s a...
Most personal injury lawyers never mention this fact: many have never been accident victims themselves. There is a significant difference between studying accident cases and living through one. There is a difference between representing victims and actually being one.
As we move through the second half of 2026, holiday gatherings, celebrations, increased alcohol consumption often leads to more impaired driving...
By Ruth Hill R.N.
Many cancer patients are using cannabis to help manage pain, fatigue, nausea, and other side effects of chemotherapy. If you are in the cannabis industry or just around users of cannabis, you most likely came across someone who told you they cured their pancreatic, breast, or prostate cancer using high-dose tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and/or cannabidiol (CBD).
It is...
BY COACH NADIA POPOVA, PRESENTER OF THE HOLLYWOOD NATURAL BODYBUILDING &
FITNESS AWARDS, RESIDENT OF COACHELLA VALLEY
Pursuing a healthier lifestyle, you should definitely incorporate physical activity into your routine several times a week. But where do you start? Is it enough to work out at home, or is it better to hit the gym? How intense should your first workouts...
BY STAN POPOVICH
Some people have a difficult time in managing their depression which can make things very challenging.
When you are in this situation, it is important to know what to do so that your mental health issues do not overwhelm you.
As a result, here are seven ways that a person can use to help conquer their depression in their...
Beat the Heat and Celebrate Independence Day at the Coolest Spot in the Desert
Celebrate Independence Day at the Berger Foundation Iceplex! Beat the heat at the Red, White, and Skate themed skate, presented by Coca-Cola, on Saturday, July 4 from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
This special event will feature complimentary Coca-Cola beverages (while supplies last), food and beverage specials such as...
“Goodbye Sun”
By Eleni P. Austin
In the same spirit as Seals & Crofts, Loggins & Messina, Hall & Oates, Brewer & Shipley and England Dan & John Ford Coley comes Perdomo Kravitz. Fernando Perdomo and Andy Kravitz have just released their stunning, eponymous debut
Both Fernando Perdomo and Andy Kravitz sport lengthy and impressive pedigrees. The former is something...
By Eleni P. Austin
When people think of preternaturally talented family bands from the ‘60s and ‘70s, the first ones that typically come to mind are The Jackson 5 and The Osmonds. But the very first family band of the Rock era with Top 10 hit singles were the Cowsills. Along with the rest of America, Bill and Bob Cowsill...
By Phil Lacombe
This week’s Local Music Spotlight shines on one of the Coachella Valley’s most respected vocalists and hardest-working performers, Michael Keeth. With his soulful voice, emotional honesty, and a tireless commitment to the craft, Keeth has become a pillar of the desert music scene. From award-winning acoustic sets to the heavier, electrified edge of Death in Pretty Wrapping,...
Film, Broadway, Comedy, Classical Music, Live Performance & More — June Through August
This summer, the Plaza Theatre is the place to be in downtown Palm Springs. The historic 700-seat venue presents continuous programming from June through August, with something new on stage or screen nearly every week.
The summer programming encompasses a wide range of entertainment: documentary film, live comedy, rock tributes, classical...
Inaugural Coachella Valley Assistant Coach Tapped as New Head Coach of Minnesota Wild’s AHL Affiliate
The Coachella Valley Firebirds, proud affiliate of the National Hockey League’s Seattle Kraken, announced today that Assistant Coach Stu Bickel has been named Head Coach of the Iowa Wild, the American Hockey League affiliate of the Minnesota Wild.
Bickel departs Coachella Valley after serving on the Firebirds' coaching...
This past Saturday, a mere 48 hours after a 20-6 win over the California Halos, the Palm Springs Power unleashed another offensive outburst, defeating the SoCal Mavericks, 16-5.
The onslaught began with a two-run single by Trevor Banning, who finished the game with two hits, four runs batted in, and a walk.
Ramon Valenzuela also chipped in three runs batted in,...
By Sweet Baby J’ai
Every Thursday I ask myself the same question: Where's the groove this week?
Summer makes you work a little harder for the answer. Some of our favorite rooms have dimmed their lights for a seasonal rest. The Purple Room has taken its annual summer pause. Vicky's of Santa Fe has closed for the season, and Alice B.'s...
A Personal and True Story of One American Family’s Fight for Freedom and Survival
By Dee Jae Cox
In 1839, when my 5x Great Grandmother, Phebe Tucker Cunningham, applied for her husband, Thomas Cunningham’s Revolutionary War pension, she was required to give a full, hand written account of what happened on August 31, 1785, when her home was attacked by Wyandot Indians, her four children were brutally murdered and she was taken captive for three years.
During the 1700’s, a great influx of...
By Rick Riozza
So the true story goes: Fifty years ago past this spring, a little-known Napa winery quietly upended the wine world. At a blind tasting in Paris, French judges ranked Chateau Montelena's 1973 Chardonnay above the most celebrated white Burgundies of the era. This unexpected outcome challenged centuries of convention and altered the course of fine wine history...
By Janet McAfee
We humans will cheerfully celebrate our nation’s July 4th Independence Day this year with parades, fun, food, family and possibly a fireworks show at a local casino or public venue. However, this holiday is the worst day of the year for our canine and feline friends. With the ongoing events for America's 250th birthday, we are concerned there...
By Haddon Libby
As America has its 250th birthday, it is tempting to tell the story in the usual way: brave founders, soaring speeches, fireworks, flags and maybe a hot dog or seventy-six. But a country does not make it to a quarter-millennium on dignity and mustard alone. Somewhere between the Declaration of Independence and the drone-light show, the United...
Did you know the Statue of Liberty was presented to the U.S. Ambassador to France in Paris, on July 4, 1884? It arrived aboard a French naval ship in June 1885 and was reassembled in New York Harbor in 1886. Lady Liberty stands 305 feet tall, weighs 225 tons, and visitors can climb 162 steps to the crown, where 27 windows overlook the harbor.
Another patriotic landmark...
By Ruth Hill R.N.
How shall we spend the 4th of July? A beach picnic, a campsite in the woods surrounded by trees? At a National Park with hideaway creek beds, or fishing lakes? Or your own backyard surrounded by the noise of kids playing games and barking dogs. Wherever you’re going be sure to put on your shopping list...
By Aimee Mosco
Have you ever been out in nature and experienced an emotion just from looking up at the sky, or down at the grass? Have you taken a trip to the beach and felt joy as you watched the waves crash on the sand? If you have, did you ever think deeply about why that is?
Everything is energy,...
By Stan Popovich
Many people search for happiness in big achievements, but it often comes from simple, everyday moments.
Learning how to focus on what matters most can help improve your quality of life.
What Is Happiness?
Everyday terms: Happiness is feeling joyful, content, or satisfied with life. It includes small pleasures as well as a deeper sense of meaning and fulfillment.
Psychological perspective:...
By Phil Lacombe
The Coachella Valley metal scene is about to witness a night unlike any other. For fans of underground heavy music, Remnants of Man, Perishment, Menzrea, and Sangre are joining forces for an epic evening at The Dune Room.
Remnants of Man, Perishment, and Menzrea are all reuniting for the occasion, while Sangre makes a long-awaited return to the...
The Inaugural Jazz Experience Gives June a Brand-New Soundtrack
By Sweet Baby J’ai
Most mornings begin with two words: "Alexa, play..." Depending on my mood, it might be smooth jazz, straight-ahead jazz, or something with enough swing to get the coffee moving. So, when the McCallum Theatre announced its inaugural Jazz Experience, I was all in.
Because jazz doesn't just fill a...
“Be Sweet To Me” (Aurora/Republic Records)
By Eleni P. Austin
A few years ago, it was startling to discover the Foo Fighters had been labelled “Dad Rock.” Yikes! Dave Grohl first made his bones on the Washington D.C. Punk scene and of course, became famous pounding the kit for Punky Seattle three-piece Nirvana. In 1994, when their frontman, Kurt Cobain suddenly...
By Marissa Willman
There’s something unforgettable about a resort that makes you immediately start imagining a different life.
Not just extending your vacation by a few days, but the kind of escape that has you browsing local real estate listings over morning coffee and daydreaming about calling this destination home.
That was exactly how I felt on a recent trip to Dreams...
By Phil Lacombe
If you’ve spent any time around the desert music scene, chances are you’ve crossed paths, directly or indirectly, with Dave Catching. A cornerstone of the Coachella Valley’s sonic identity. Catching isn’t just a musician, he’s a builder of culture, a connector of artists, and a keeper of the desert’s raw creative spirit.
Best known as a guitarist for...
By Craig Michaels
There’s something special about celebrating the Fourth of July in the Coachella Valley. The excitement, the community spirit, the patriotic colors, and of course, the fireworks all come together to create unforgettable memories. This year feels even more meaningful as our nation marks its 250th anniversary, and I can’t wait to be part of the celebration.
As someone...
By Craig Michaels
As someone who has always gravitated toward natural and holistic approaches to health and wellness, I’m constantly searching for treatments that work with the body’s own healing abilities rather than simply masking symptoms. That’s why I was excited to discover Avant Longevity in Rancho Mirage, a cutting-edge wellness and longevity center focused on helping people live healthier,...
Palm Canyon Theatre (PCT) will celebrate the 30th anniversary of its nationally known Summer Kids Camp from June 29 through Aug. 4, 2026, offering young performers six weeks of immersive theatre education and live stage productions.
Designed for children ages 6-17, the camp provides professional instruction in acting, singing, dancing, improv, stage combat, makeup, stagecraft and more. Participants are grouped...
By Dee Jae Cox
Wade in the water…Wade in the water, children…
My name is Sarah. And I remember the day the soldiers came.
It was June 19, 1865, in Galveston, Texas. The war was over, but we didn’t know what that meant for us. We had heard whispers. Folks said President Lincoln had signed something. Folks said freedom had been declared....
By Rick Riozza
About a dozen years ago or so, just before the spritz—particularly the Aperol Spritz—became the rage all over the U.S., we were in Vienna Austria where the Aperol Spritz was simply commonplace. Even the Viennese teenagers had their spritzes all sprawled colorfully on the tables. No big deal—alcoholic or not, it’s a typical Austrian beverage.
And it seems...
By Janet McAfee
Valerie Masi, owner and operator of Best Paw Forward, is one of the most outstanding dog trainers in Southern California. She can handle any size dog with any issue, but her passion is helping dogs who have suffered mistreatment. In addition to certification from the program at National K-9 School of Dog training, Valerie earned a degree...
By Haddon Libby
Summer in the Coachella Valley means extreme heat, with temperatures routinely topping 100°F and often reaching into 120s during peak periods. Dry desert air, intense sunshine and warm nights create challenging conditions for residents, visitors, plants, animals and infrastructure.
Palm Springs has recorded some of California's most extreme temperatures, including an all-time high of 124°F on July 5th,...
Seniors that have reached the "Use by Date" are the most common victims of Scammers. This is especially true in the CV where we have more elderly, who are naturally the most gullible victim to SCAMS. Though I am an ACCIDENT/DUI Lawyer, I have over the years, felt compelled to alert readers of my legal columns and Legal Talk...
By Ruth Hill R.N.
Following President Trump’s Executive Order (EO) directing the Office of the Attorney General to expedite the process of rescheduling medical marijuana to Schedule III of the Controlled Substance Act, the cannabis industry were flying in the clouds. Finally, something is getting done. But our jaundice eyes realized our federal government agencies must get lined up with...
By Coach Alissa
As a personal trainer, I have worked with so many people who were unaware of their true physical and mental strength. But I've been so privileged to witness their incredible transformations through sport. In this post, I am going to talk about how important it is to embrace your physical body and unleash your inner strength for...
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“When you know, you know.” We’re sure you’ve heard the expression before. Yet, so many times in life, even though people get an insight into the very “best” of something, for some unknown reason, they still opt for the subpar…Health and wellness should never be taken lightly, or for granted, and you...
July 17-26, 2026
Palm Canyon Theatre presents The Wizard of Oz, the beloved musical based on the classic film, with music and lyrics by Harold Arlen and E.Y. Harburg, running July 17-26, 2026. A cornerstone of American musical theatre, The Wizard of Oz continues to captivate audiences with its enduring message of hope, bravery, and the power of home.
When young...
By Phil Lacombe
The local music scene continues to produce exciting new voices, and Whitewater is preparing to make its official introduction with the release of its debut single, "Threw It All Away," arriving June 19.
Recorded at Fireside Sound in Joshua Tree and produced by Devlin Thorn and Christopher Thorn, the song serves as the band's first official statement—a powerful...
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