By Lisa Morgan
Once again, Stagecoach is descending upon our desert with a diverse mix of country music, old
and new providing three days of country music gluttony. The mix of artists includes those popular to
today’s commercial country radio, those that are only heard on independent stations, as well as those
representing the very foundation and core of country music are sure...
While there are plenty of platinum selling artists and bands performing at Stagecoach there are
also many lesser-known gems that are deserving of our attention. I took some time to check out several
of the bands in smaller print in the line-up to decide what acts I wanted to discover this year. Below are
a few of the entertainers I personally MUST...
“Bringing the community together for the power of story.”
By Lisa Morgan
“No matter who we are or where we are at, every person has a story to tell. Through the power
of story, we begin to realize how similar we are, not how distant we are. The AMFM Fest (Art Music
Film and More) is about bringing artists together to tell their...
By Lisa Morgan
One of the best parts, in my humble opinion, of our annual Stagecoach Music Festival, is the close up
access to the lesser known acts playing in the smaller venues surrounding the main stage. I can think
of few bands better suited for this setting than Sons and Brothers, a family legacy of Americana, gospel,
country western, swing and bluegrass...
By Raymond Bill
Recently, I stumbled upon one of our valley’s best kept fine dining secrets. This
restaurant is not downtown Palm Springs, nor is it found on Palm Desert’s famous El Paseo. No,
the great find that impressed me so much is The Nest in Indian Wells. Most of us know that
The Nest is a great place for entertainment, offering live...
by Abel Lujan
Machin are the victors of THE EPOCH MOMENTOUS TALENT REVIEW. With incredible skill and ethic,
this four ensemble band leveled the housed, with an eclectic collection of genres fused into one, where
a violinist and drummer merge to create beauty. What an experience. There was a tremendous effort
put forth by all of the artists involved, and though there were...
by Susan Schutz
Emerald Desert Shares Tips for Tying the Knot
Planning a wedding is an exciting, and stressful, adventure. From venue selection, to catering,
to logistics, couples spend countless hours piecing together their perfect day.
As wedding season approaches, Emerald Desert, a Sunland property, offers brides and grooms-
to-be these “to dos” for their “I dos.”
DO start planning early. The wedding venue sets...
The Blonde Divas return to Palm Springs to perform at Azul Tapas Lounge located at 369 N.
Palm Canyon Drive on Wednesday May 1, 2013 at 7:00PM. Please call (760) 325-5533 for reservations.
The Blonde Divas will play golf along with international recording star Trini Lopez and former
Miss California 1st Runner-Up, Gloria Torres, in the 2nd Annual Palm Springs Celebrity Cinco...
"Who Rescues Who?" The bumper sticker with the paw print graces the back of many
automobiles. There is an army of folks, some independent, others working for large animal welfare
organizations, at the front lines in the battle to save homeless animals. Who are they? What motivates
them? What do they have in common? They come from all countries, all religions, and...
Valley Rhythms by Lola Rossi-Meza
Every Sunday at 9 a.m. and 11 a.m., Band Director Gary Clark ministers in Praise and Worship along with
his wife Bri and the other Worship Leaders, who share the responsibilities of leading the congregation;
Jessica Garza, Love Pacheco and Chelsea Gannette at Champion Life Church with Pastors Eddie and
Tammy Windsor. As of May 5, they will...
The Icelanders are coming! With a population of just over 300 thousand its home to two of the Coachella’s favorites: Of Monsters and Men and Sigur Ros. All the while my hometown, Fresno, which has nearly twice the population still holds artistic claim as being the city within driving distance of the other city where Steve Perry of Journey...
By Lisa Morgan
Lessons learned from what I am now nicknaming “Footchella”. (1) Wear comfortable shoes (2) Know where the heck you're going (3) If you don't know where you're going, don't get directions from someone who points the way with his beer (4) Strobe lights make people dumb as ______ (you fill in the blank). Now, a bit about...
by Rachel Montoya -
75th Anniversary Celebration & Fireworks Spectacular
Slated for Saturday, April 20 at Historic O’Donnell Golf Course!
Palm Springs is turning 75-years-old on April 20, 2013 and the entire Coachella Valley and beyond is invited to celebrate the city’s legendary past and bright future at a FREE to the community fun-filled 75th anniversary party and fireworks spectacular at historic...
Each week, I try to find a new restaurant in which to dine, and while I enjoy a fine dining atmosphere, my close friends will tell you my weakness is pizza! Combining this casual cuisine with the amenities of good service and fine wine can be a challenge, but there seems to be some competition in Palm Desert. With...
by Noe Gutierrez
Local heavy metal band Perishment admittedly derives their name from the Slayer song “Postmortem”. The lyrics sung are, “seeking life beyond your perishment”. Lead guitarist Bobby Taffolla concedes, “No meaning really, just Slayer worship!”
Current Perishment members are Ruben Gutierrez (ex-Menzrea) on vocals, lyrics and cowbell, Bobby D. Taffolla (ex-Ritual Hatred/Sangre) on guitars, backing vocals, visual artistry and...
By Lisa Morgan
I truly believe I may be a finalist in the “Cool Mom of the Year” award as I have been given the extreme, giddy pleasure of attending the second weekend of Coachella Fest with my 21 year old son as members of the press (insert unbridled worship of my publisher here). As ecstatic and grateful as I...
The “Spirit of the King” is Alive and Well at the Spa Resort and Casino:
By Lisa Morgan
How does a guy with a business restoring art and painting church ceilings become one of the most electrifying entertainers in Las Vegas? And how did a guy, steeped in the musical style of Led Zeppelin, who actually fronted one of the most...
By Sunny Simon
If you feel like a day at work is a daily grind, it’s time to think about a career transition. Leaving your day job to pursue your dream job need not be a journey down the long and winding road if you have the right attitude and plan correctly. Securing a new career may take some time,...
With literally millions of home owners currently owing more on their mortgages than their homes are worth and with an estimated half of them in default (behind) on their payments what can they do if they either do not qualify for a loan modification or simply can no longer stay in their current home? They can do a short...
Book Review by Heidi Simmons
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Diary
By Chuck Palahniuk
Fiction
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For my last column, I reviewed the work of fiction Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn. In this current best seller, Flynn uses diary entries from the “gone girl” to help shape the narrative. It made me consider the effectiveness of the writing technique. Which brought to mind the creepy representation of this literary...
One of the largest financial commitments you make is your car. Over five years, approximately half of the costs of a new car relates to the depreciation or decline in your car’s resale value. While it may feel like more, one-quarter of your costs are fuel. The remaining costs are interest on your car loan, insurance, maintenance/repair and taxes.
Comparing...
Summertime in the desert means sunshine and swimming pools. Prepare yourself for celebrations in the sun by indulging in summer fruits like watermelon, tomatoes – which are technically fruit because they are ‘the fruit of the plant’, pink grapefruit and pomegranates. These fruits are high in Vitamins A, C and E, antioxidants and carotenoids like lycopene and have been...
It had been ages since these religious leaders got together, and, in unrehearsed unison they all looked at each other and exclaimed, “You look like I need a drink!” And then each one proceeded to order their own bottle of wine.
The rabbi spoke first, “You know, wine improves with age—the older I get, the better I like it.” “You’re...
Week of April 18
© Copyright 2013 Rob Brezsny
ARIES (March 21-April 19): The writer Oliver Burkeman has some advice that would be helpful for you Aries folks to hear right now: "When you assume your current preferences won't alter, you'll make bad decisions: embarking on a career or marriage, say, not with a view to its durability, but solely based...
The next six weeks will see a lot of DRUNK DRIVINGS in the greater Palm Spring area because of all the concert weekends and Memorial Day parties. The best advice is DO NOT DRINK AND DRIVE!.
However if you do not follow this advice, please remember that the Field Sobriety Tests and Breath Test at the scene are optional. Be...
Yikes, what a thought! Last week we covered Earthquake Safety at Home. April has been designated “Earthquake Preparedness Month”, during which the California Emergency Management Agency (Cal EMA) urges all Californians to empower themselves by learning about the earthquake risk in their communities and taking steps to prepare and protect themselves for when - not if - the next...
Jose James’ music defies easy categorization. Growing up in Minneapolis, the 35 year old was inspired by a variety of influences. His Irish mother, a dyed-in-the-wool hippie, introduced him to ‘60s Rock & Roll and Folk. His Panamanian father was a multi-instrumentalist, who focused on Jazz. Jose sang in school choirs and later received formal training at the New...
Following the path of many immigrants before them, the parents of Emmanuel Avalos (DJ E-Money) moved here from Mexico to give their family a better life. Emmanuel graduated from Palm Desert High and like most teenagers was really into music. “I loved to downloading music, my friends and family would always come to me if they needed songs,” recalls...
by Lola Rossi-Meza
In a rare and unique engagement, vocalist and songwriter Lee Hartley will perform with pianist Yarek Urant and guitarist Hal Braine this Saturday, April 20, from 8 p.m. until midnight in the Purple Room at Club Trinidad, 1900 East Palm Canyon Drive in Palm Springs. (760) 327-1161 ext. 230. She has invited special guest musicians from Los...
By: Bronwyn Ison
How do you arrive at your decisions? Do you listen to your mind or heart? Maybe a gut feeling motivates you. Also known as your intuition. What is intuition? Intuition is often described as a primal feeling, sixth sense, inner sense, inner voice, instinct, or a voice of a higher being. Possibly you initiate knee jerk reactions...
by Heather Coldonato
Spicy food, hot music and cool beverages are on the menu for the 1st Annual “Salsa Blast!”. The Desert Hot Springs Salsa Festival, Salsa Blast! will be held on Saturday, May 4, 2013 from 11am to 4pm on Pierson Boulevard, west of Palm Drive.
Salsa Blast! is presented by the Desert Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce and is...
CAN A MEDITATIVE MOVIE TRANSCEND THE MUNDANE?
TO THE WONDER
I’m still thinking about Terrance Malick’s striking film that’s set to open at Cinemas Palme d’Or on April 26. Early reviews have been mixed and will not help generate a big box office. But that said, if you are already familiar with Malick’s philosophical, spiritually themed films then you will not...
Owners of grey parrots are familiar with the impressive counting abilities and verbal prowess of these beautiful birds. They pick up on words and sounds quickly and can mimic the sound of telephones, microwaves, video games, and even barking dogs. The birds have a tendency to repeat words they hear, so owners must use polite language in their presence....
The Palm Springs Unified School District (PSUSD) is sending another high school band to our county’s capital. Through invitation, the Cathedral City High School (CCHS) Symphony Band will be leaving for Washington DC on Thursday, April 18, for their six day tour to perform in the International Music Festival. The CCHS Symphony Band held a performance Thursday, April 11,...
by Mike Livingston; Host, The Clubhouse Radio Show
With the world watching-on, Adam Scott stepped-up and drained THE putt that every kid grows up dreaming of, hoping for, practicing 100,00 times….and he did it with the weight of the world and with the hopes of a country on his back. Having had the Open Championship’s Clarrett Jug seemingly in his...
By Lisa Morgan
I’ll be the first to admit that the lineup to this annual event is nothing short of overwhelming. Some names are familiar, others, not so much. At least that’s how it is for this music enthusiast. Granted, the demographic age most familiar with many of these artists may be closer to my 21 year old son’s age...
By Lisa Morgan
It’s not just Coachella Music and Arts Festival flooding our valley with sound and energy. Several other locations are host to live music and parties, celebrating the one thing this world, as a whole, can stand in unity for ~ our universal love of music. Granted, we all have our favorites and our dislikes, but as a...
by Rich Henrich & Robert Gallarza
Tune in to AMFM: art, music, film and more, the latest four-day festival to launch in the Coachella Valley to feature indie bands, photography, comedy and…more
Festival producer Film 4 Change to release the latest art, music and film event in the valley, AMFM Fest running from June 13 through June 16, 2013 at the...
CVWEEKLY awards show winners
Best Margarita- Armando’s
Best Martini- Sullivan’s
Best Micro Brewhouse- Babe’s Bar-B-Que & Brewhouse
Best Happy Hour- Mama Gina’s
Best Prime Rib- Cactus Jack’s
Best Wine Store- 3rd Corner Bistro
Best Consignment Store- Caroldean’s Resale Therapy
Best Boutique/Clothing Store- Fresh Out the Box
Best Pet Store- Bones-N-Scones
Best Health Food Store- Clark’s Nutrition
Best TV Personality- Ginger Jeffries
Best Local TV Show- Eye on the Desert
Best Movie Theater-...
By Lisa Morgan
I have spent years contemplating getting a tattoo. Most of the people I love have them. The artwork I have seen is impressive, for the most part, and the meanings behind them reflective, meaningful and powerful. 45 million people in America have at least one tattoo. I am not one of them, at least not yet. Having...
After almost two decades of survival, Throw Rag is prepared to have a homecoming of sorts and bring its self-proclaimed “Sailor Rock” to The Hood Bar & Pizza on Thursday 4/11/13. Although they have not performed in a while, Sean Wheeler, vocalist and captain of this punk rock ship is prompt to mention...
For months now, I have been hearing much buzz around town about the opening of Figue Mediterranean in La Quinta. I finally made it in, just two weeks after its grand opening. When a new restaurant opens, there are many kinks needed to be worked out and because of this, I rarely review a restaurant until it has been...
by Cara Pellegrino
Do you know your ABC's? I'm not talking about the kind you learned in kindergarten. I'm talking about the ABC's of skin cancer. Actually, in the case of skin cancer you have to know your ABCDE's. Most people know that skin cancer looks like an ugly lesion or an unhealed wound. But it's often a small little...
With many of us enjoying the outdoor music festivals over the next few weekends, here are a few survival tips:
1) Plenty of sunblock. Is SPF 30 twice as strong as SPF 15? No. SPF 15 blocks out 93% of the harmful rays while SPF 30 blocks out 97%. That said, if you are going to be in the sun...
Book Review by Heidi Simmons
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Gone Girl
By Gillian Flynn
Fiction
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Some marriages are made in heaven, while others can feel like being trapped in hell. In Gillian Flynn’s Gone Girl (Crown Publishing, 419 pages), a husband and a wife must come to terms with their future in this provocative, psychological thriller of crazy love and twisted obsession.
Author Flynn constructs a story about...
Let’s Rock! The month of April is declared “Earthquake Preparedness Month” by the Governor’s Office of Emergency Services according to Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna. We are “way” over-due for an earthquake says Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna. We’ve also had a “swarm” of seismic activity out here lately! This week we’ll focus on general earthquake safety and next week we’ll...
The “shadow inventory” that no one seems to be talking about anymore is still out there with an estimated 4.5 million homeowners that are over 60 days in default on their mortgages. So, why haven’t these homes come on the market as REO’s and reversed the current signs of recovery?
The simple answer for right now is loan modifications (where...
Zolton is my seven-year-old Shih Tzu. He has an uncanny way of becoming my teacher. I work out of my home office. Although I am present in the room, I may not be present in his life. Yes, I take the time to scratch him behind the ears when he shows up at my desk, then I quickly bribe...
RENOIR
With sumptuous sequences of sun soaked serenity set in southern France during the summer of 1915, Gilles Bourdos' beautiful drama tells the story of Pierre-Auguste Renoir, the great Impressionist painter who, in failing health at age 74, receives the return from World War I of his wounded middle son Jean. The elder Renoir is filled with renewed and unexpected...
Week of April 11
© Copyright 2013 Rob Brezsny
ARIES (March 21-April 19): German theologian Martin Luther (1483-1546) was a central figure in the rebellion against the Catholic Church that led to the Protestant Reformation. You'll never guess where he was when he was struck by the epiphany that became the core axiom of his new religion. I'll tell you: He...
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