In the ever expanding pantheon of country music, there are several performers that could genuinely be called living legends. Dolly Parton is one such individual. She has transcended the confines of her genre, making her presence known across the entertainment spectrum. For more than 50 years now, the beloved icon has touched… » Read More

Canadian indie rock veterans Sloan are celebrating 35 years as a band and two decades since their acclaimed album “One Chord Over Another,” which they’ll play in its entirety at The Ritz tonight. Imagine if J. Dilla had been limited to all P. Funk and Earth Wind & Fire samples and you’re… » Read More

It’s not easy being part of San Jose’s art community. So it’s heartening when a prolific, multi-faceted and successful artist not only embraces, but pays tribute to, the “capital of Silicon Valley,” its art community and its landmarks, as local musician Cellista does on her new album, Finding San José. Cellista, a.k.a.… » Read More

The Anderson Collection hosts a gallery of so-called“Soundsuits” by sculptor, designer and sound artist Nick Cave. Veteran rock & roll writer Richie Unterberger looks back at the man and legend, David Bowie, with a free talk and presentation at the San Jose Public Library on Bascom Ave. Lucinda Williams plays The Mountain… » Read More

The Cardiff Lounge recently underwent a major facelift and is ready to welcome patrons with its new, mid-century-modern look and a focus on higher end drinks. Cardiff owner Sam Ramirez has brought in new furniture, refurbished the bar and installed new light fixtures that feel both modern and Mad Men. The dancing… » Read More

If anyone could have dodged death, it might’ve been David Bowie. The shape-shifting superstar carried himself like a savant ambassador from a far groovier galaxy. His conventional passing is almost more shocking than if he had ascended skyward via tractor beam. But now that he’s gone, fans crave a summation of his… » Read More

After fronting two critically acclaimed and commercially successful musical projects, one might assume South Bay native Eric Victorino would be comfortable on stage and confident in his own skin. But that’s not always the case. In fact, right up until moment he went on stage for the first solo performance of his… » Read More