By Rich Henrich
Last year, nineteen year old, definition-be-damned rocker Grace Mitchell was just another fan in the Coachella Valley Music and Art Festival crowd enjoying the springtime ritual of our beloved valley. This year, she brings a hit battle cry for a generation of people to feel resonance and connection with Kids (Ain’t All Right) and a beautiful bouquet...
By Morgan James
Indie band Blossoms just completed a strong tour throughout their homeland in the UK promoting their self-titled album which released in August of last year and went to #1 in the UK within its first week. Exploding into popularity now in the US and around the globe, this Stockport native band, looks forward to a fully loaded...
And take the stage at Pappy & Harriet’s Monday, April 17
By Jason Hall
Pond is an amazing Australian psychedelic rock band. If you haven't heard them, give them a listen. It's worth it. Pond features a revolving lineup and shares members with fellow Australian band Tame Impala.
For those of you going to Coachella this year, they are a part of Sunday's...
(Above Feature Photo by Zooey Jolivet)
By Jason Hall
Surfbort is a Brooklyn based band formed in 2014. They have made a name for themselves locally in NYC, and the word is spreading fast. They will be touring with The Black Lips all of May.
I got turned on to Surfbort because of their drummer Sean Powell. He is the drummer of...
Inbetweener II - Call the Fire Marshal!
By Noe Gutierrez
The Yip Yops and The Flusters first met two years ago at 111 Music Fest. Thursday, April 20, 2017 at 7 p.m. the doors will open to The Hood Bar & Pizza in Palm Desert, California and it’s only a matter of time before the venue reaches full capacity. My suggestion...
By Lisa Morgan
If Wanda Jackson’s spunk, spirit and fire could be bottled and sold, it would sell out faster than the tickets to this weekend’s show at Pappy and Harriet’s. With over 50 years in the music industry, this trail blazing, soulful growler shows few signs of slowing down as she nears her eighth decade of taking the world by storm....
Friday, April 14 @ Pappy and Harriet’s with Wanda Jackson - SOLD OUT
Saturday, April 15 @ Big Rock Pub, 8 pm – FREE SHOW
By Lisa Morgan and Jordan Simpson
BANG!BANG! is a new all-female trio making their way to Southern California by way of Nashville, Tennessee. The vivacious, soul melting vocal blend will be opening for none other than the...
Congratulations to 5th Town!
By Esther Sanchez
The competition was as fierce as could be imagined. Believe me...nobody in attendance envied the panel of judges last Saturday night at the Hood Bar & Pizza in Palm Desert. Alas...at the end of the night, a winning group had to emerge and this time around it was La Quinta based rockers, 5th Town.
The...
By Heidi Simmons
Morning sunlight shines through the multi-story windows of the McCallum Theater’s majestic main lobby. Its three large chandeliers refract spots of color around the walls, and on rows of folding chairs.
On this day, the foyer bar offers free coffee, Danish and blue ballpoint pens. Volunteers monitor the doors as a hushed murmur of individuals, friends, and spouses...
By Eleni P. Austin
“We’ve not got long you know, to bask in the afterglow/Once it’s gone it’s gone, Love waits for no one.” That’s Laura Marling sharing some hard won wisdom on her newest album Semper Femina.
Laura Marling grew up in Hampshire, England, the youngest of three daughters. Born in 1990, she was raised on a farm near Workingham....
By Denise Ortuno-Neil
Whole Foods Palm Desert will help kick off the weekends of Coachella Fest with their Pre-Fest Beer Garden on Thursday, April 13th and again on Thursday, April 20th. The event will get the music fest party started with fabulous beer, food and music, all benefiting one of our community’s most important organizations, FIND Food Bank.
Since opening in...
Chris Lake, Justin Martin, Anna Lunoe, Jai Wolf, Gryffin (DJ Set), Ape Drums, Wax Motif, Party Favor, Kap Slap, Elephante, Swizzymack and more join Skrillex, Dillon Francis, Sasha, Hot Since 82, Martinez Brothers, Madeon, and Nicky Romero
Day Club has another star-studded return to Palm Springs this Coachella, upholding its dedication to bringing industry leading talent from all corners of...
By Morgan James
Week #7 was a huge hit with our enthusiastic crowd of the CV Open Mic Competition 2017 at The Block Sports Bar & Grill in Cathedral City! It was a thrilling show as each performer gave a heartfelt performance. Live social media videos ran throughout the evening as fans streamed their favorite performances live. promotions for our...
Friday, April 14, 2017 @ 2:00 PM. Published Poet, Songwriter, Humorist, Fine Artist, Screenwriter Award--Winning Filmmaker, and Recording Artist
You’re Invited to Attend a Rare Spoken Word Performance by Longtime La Quinta Resident, Chip Miller. A Q&A will Follow this Special Reading.
Chip Miller has performed and toured with poetry icons Allen Ginsberg, Lawrence Ferlinghetti, Wanda Coleman, Laurie Anderson, and Patti...
By Angela Romeo
Music is very much a part of the Coachella Valley. We are fortunate to have all genres of music - from rock to jazz to classical and everything in between. The Valley is also home to very talented musical artists. On April 14 and 15 five of those very talented vocalists will be singing the songs of...
By Patte Purcell
Did you know there is a very cool new art district in Cathedral City? Neither did I, until I started looking for a gallery to hold a Jazz/Art/420 friendly event. We took a drive to see Rebecca Fine Art Gallery and were delighted with what we saw. What we found is a very cool little art district...
By Craig Michaels
For some people, getting up before the sun to celebrate Easter is a family tradition. While there are a few options for this early morning ritual, none can claim the view you get at the top of the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway. One of the most breathtaking places to watch the sunrise on Easter is at the...
Riviera Palm Springs Announces Easter Buffet Unlike Any Other In Town
Giant lobster paella station, crab legs, salmon poke, Jack Daniels slow roasted pork ribs, oyster shooters and bottomless mimosas are just a few of the incredible items The Riviera Palm Springs is offering guests as part of their Easter Brunch Buffet. Offered Easter Sunday from 10 a.m. to 2:30...
By Rick Riozza
Winner Winner, Easter Dinner!!—or something like that. As opposed to feeling the pressure of coming up with an out-of-this world Easter dinner wine pairing that puts you and your reputation to the head of the vino class 101—relax, relish a quaff, and take the time to smell the lilies of the field.
Remember, the occasion is all about...
By Janet McAfee
On April 2, 2017, a dog named Little Red passed away, just 6 days before Dog Fighting Awareness Day, which is always observed on April 8. Little Red was one of the 50 surviving dogs rescued from Michael Vick's notorious dog fighting operation. This famous survivor died peacefully at the age of 15 years, in a loving...
By Thomas Novak
Warner Brothers and DC Comics recently unveiled the full trailer for the new Justice League film. It’s directed by Zack Snyder and stars Ben Affleck as Batman, Gal Gadot as Wonder Woman, and Henry Cavil as Superman. This film not only has the potential to become a HUGE box office hit, but is also something that both...
By Robin E. Simmons
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GOING IN STYLE
The real – and only attraction here is the great cast. But other than that, the film is a let down – especially if you were expecting big laughs from a crude and rude storyline.
This update of 1979’s eponymous movie about three “mature” men-and-a-bank-robbery caper is no bargain, even though the A-list senior...
By Heidi Simmons
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Always Happy Hour
by Mary Miller
Stories
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Does happiness come naturally, or does it take a conscious effort to be happy? Some women find happiness to be more elusive when they surrender control to the men in their lives in Mary Miller’s stories Always Happy Hour (Liveright Publishing, 256 pages).
Most of author Miller’s 16 stories are told in the first-person...
By Slim Man
There was a story on the Internet about a doctor who gave butt implants to women in Florida. The doctor was a woman, and the butt implants had cement in them.
I feel sorry for the women who went through that horror. But it got me thinking, and you know that’s dangerous for me because of my affliction,...
By Haddon Libby
Will the stock markets go up or down from here? Depending on who you listen to, we are at the precipice of a utopian future, fiscal Armageddon or some combination of both. As such, what is an investor to do?
When investing, do not let your emotional feelings affect what you buy and sell. When people let fear,...
By Dale Gribow
Why do I say Coachella is here.....Beware? Isn't Coachella supposed to be fun for everyone...especially when the third day is also Easter? Because of the expected crowds there is a greater chance for Accidents and DUI'S. Of course with Coachella you also have to expect many Drug arrests. Beware because most people do not realize that though...
We know all about those snakes at work that slither around trying to work their way into promotions, office social circles and politics, or even belly up to the boss. They’ll do anything (even bite you in the back) as long as it benefits them.
But the snake I’m talking about is actually more fearful of you, however just as...
By Flint Wheeler
As of April, 10, 2017, the Golden State Warriors have won 14 games in a row, and are the clear favorite to hoist the Larry O'Brien Trophy this season. What isn't clear is what teams the Warriors will vanquish on their way to the title. Will we finally get a Warriors/Spurs match-up in the Conference Finals? Will LeBron...
Week of April 13
© Copyright 2017 Rob Brezsny
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Before visiting Sicily for the first time, American poet Billy Collins learned to speak Italian. In his poem "By a Swimming Pool Outside Siracusa," he describes how the new language is changing his perspective. If he were thinking in English, he might say that the gin he's drinking...
By Dr. Peter Kadile
The next 3 weekends bring Coachella and Stagecoach to the valley. And with that comes heat related injuries from the high desert temperatures. Here are a few tips for festival-goers.
Second Degree Burns
This type of burn causes significant skin damage and forms blisters. I have treated several cases of second degree burns to the feet in my...
By Maily O'Neil
During the festivals these 3 styling products will keep you looking great throughout the festivities-
Sunscreen for hair- This protects all the UV rays from our hot desert sun. Scalp burns are the worst!
Thermal Protector- We all know how many hair styles we can have so for your hot-styling tools (straighteners, blow-dryers, curlers, etc.) this will defend the...
By Bronwyn Ison
We are all survivors in this life. Each of us has endured some sort of crisis. We are still here, surviving, and moving forward with our lives. Life lends its ups and downs. If you haven’t figured it out by now… that is what life is about. If we didn’t experience misfortunes, we would never be able...
By Dr. Maria Laombardo
The aging process is inevitable… We all lose fat, bone and muscle as we age… This process of facial volume loss begins around the age of 25 but it typically takes about 10 years before people start to notice the changes. Have you ever been in front of a mirror and used your finger to “lift”...
By Sunny Simon
The other day two friends asked me to weigh-in on a serious discussion involving when to hold your tongue and when to speak your truth. Great question. We’ve all been there. You’re having a conversation with someone, and they say something that offends you. Do you call them out on it, or let it go?
This is a...
From the Publisher Tracy Dietlin:
This Saturday night at The Hood Bar & Pizza, 6 bands will take the stage to compete in a Battle of the Bands Showcase finals.
Four preliminary competitions took place at The Hood over the last four months with the preliminary winners being: Drop Mob, Sunday Funeral, The Bermuda, and 5th Town, with the Wildcard picks...
By Tracy Dietlin
Below you will find the Nominees in 37 categories for the 2017 CV Music Awards to be held Sunday, June 4 at the Riviera Resort in Palm Springs. Keep in mind that you can only vote one time from each device (one per wifi or data connection). We have several NEW categories this year: Best R&B, Best...
By Noe Gutierrez
INNA VISION
Born “Michael Kamakoakeauoliokekai Lopes” Polynesian/Reggae/Dancehall artist Inna Vision grew up on the Hawaiian island of Maui and at age 12 started his first band. Currently supporting his latest release, a five song EP called Highest Grade, the project is considered a cross over release with a fusion of Reggae, Dancehall and Hip-Hop. Inna Vision has performed...
Thursday, April 6, Free Show 7 pm
By Lisa Morgan
Hide your mamas and your girlfriends – Gunnar and the Grizzly Boys (GGB) are coming to town. The new Big Rock Pub is kicking off the month of music festivals (and testing the limits of their new house sound system), with a pop-up concert, giving GGB a place to play while...
By Lisa Morgan
This was a night I couldn’t miss. Thursday, March 30th at Palm Canyon Road House, some of the most talented local bands I’d ever had the pleasure of knowing and hearing would be competing in the Tachevah band competition. Just before this, one was held at Pappy and Harriet’s and you could hear the controversy that rang...
By Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna
"Grooves at the Westin" wrapped up an incredible series last Saturday night on Master’s Plaza at the Westin Mission Hills Golf Resort and Spa in Rancho Mirage. The season, which featured four shows over seven weeks started on Feb 18th with incredible performances by Greg Adams & East Bay Soul with special guest saxophonist Eric...
By Patte Purcell
We were lucky enough to be invited to the fundraiser for the Palm Springs Orchestra under the direction of the award-winning Maestro Dino Zonic at the Mirada estate in Rancho Mirage. (Dr. Raila and Dennis Horne owners of the estate).
The Palm Springs Orchestra's objective is to bolster the major cultural renaissance currently taking place in Palm Springs...
The CV Open Mic Competition 2017 at The Block Sports Bar & Grill in Cathedral City week #6 brought on some enthusiastic fans! Cheers from the crowd could be heard throughout the night after each performer gave us their best song. Plus multiple screams, yells, and even dance moves kept things interesting as fans competed for several t-shirts from...
By Eleni P. Austin
“Guess you almost had to be there, thumbin’ through the pages of my life/Is there nothing more to see there, take another chance to get it right.” That’s Derrick Anderson, reflecting on the myriad twists and turns that led him to record his first solo album after more than 27 years in the music business.
A child...
By Craig Michaels
The Art Place in the Palm Desert Design District would like to thank Coachella Valley residents for making them the premier destination for all home design and decor needs. To show their appreciation, The Art Place is inviting the public to their Art Walk and End of Season Sale. The Art Walk will take place on Thursday...
Judy Wold, Martha Wold Cornwall and Mary Wold Souza
By Angela Romeo
The High Desert is always a place to find provocative and compelling exhibitions. The location is stark beauty fraught with mystery and mysticism. Three Sisters: Off the Grid continues the tradition of art without fear.
The show opens on April 8 at Joshua Tree Art Gallery (JTAG) with the work...
By Rebecca Pikus
"This.Is.Now." is an exciting new Exhibit which presents an in-depth and dynamic look at Modern Art today through Sculptures, Paintings, & Photographic Art. Rebecca Fine Art Gallery will also be showcasing selected works of 3 amazing sculptors for this upcoming show: Christopher Georgesco, John Neumann, and Guillermo Valentin.
Christopher Georgesco, born in Lincoln Nebraska, is an American sculptor....
By Robin E. Simmons
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GHOST IN THE SHELL
Mamoru’s 1995 same-name Japanimation masterpiece is a certified cult favorite. When the live action reboot was announced, there was considerable controversy when Scarlett Johansson was named for the lead role of Major. There were some who felt a white woman should not be playing an iconic Japanese character even if the source...
By Heidi Simmons
“Turning Your Writing Dreams Into Reality” is the slogan of the Palm Springs Writers Guild and for many, that refrain has come to fruition. Last week, 40 authors shared their published books.
An energized hubbub of writers gathered in the Rancho Mirage Library Community Room for the 6th Annual Desert Writers Expo to share fiction, nonfiction, children’s, poetry,...
Owner and Chef Chad Gardner announces Pho 533 will evolve to the next phase of his vision with a new brand: 533 Viet-Fusion with all the great food and service you know plus some new items!
Palm Springs restaurateur, caterer and event planner Chad Gardner has established two successful brands with his vision, excellence in service and innovations. The first...
By Rick Riozza
I simply love the wines of Puccioni Vineyards.
I love how the name “Puccioni” sounds so Sonoma with that old world Italian thing going on. I think of the grandeur of Puccini with his lush romantic Italian opera that also sings in the wine. I’m thinking of the great actor Al Pacino who anachronistically drinks Puccioni with his...
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