John Leguizamo Reads His ‘Diary Of A Madman’

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John Leguizamo has done a lot in his entertainment career. He’s shot Al Pacino in Carlito’s Way, was a demonic clown in the revolutionary comic-turned-movie Spawn, and played an artist in Moulin Rouge. He’s donned high heals as a drag queen in Too Wong Foo Thanks For Everything, Julie Newmar, and voiced a dim-witted sloth [...]

Sacha Boutros brings back the golden age of Hollywood

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Jazz musician Sacha Boutros is determined to the golden age of Hollywood. The San Diego native grew up singing in a church setting where she would sing harmonies with her grandfather whom aside from Nancy Wilson she remains most inspired by.

Visit from an Idol: Interview with Bucky Covington

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When down home southern boy meets country rocker meets main stream reality show, the product is the unique talent found in Bucky Covington. You might remember Bucky from Season 5 of American Idol or from his chart topping self titled debut country album. Coming off a whirl wind debut, Bucky got into the Christmas spirit earlier this month at the annual Carols by Candlelight concert at the California Center for the Arts in Escondido, where we caught up with him.

Three Eyes Off The Time – Interview with The Grouch

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Catching up with The Grouch back stage at the San Diego edition of How The Grouch Stole Christmas at Belly Up Tavern, The Grouch talks up San Diego, his new record, and discusses his personal and professional life.

Catching up with Shwayze – Let It Beat Album Out Now

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Shwayze, comprised of Cisco Adler and Aaron Smith (a.k.a Shwayze) they first made waves with the single off their debut self title album Shwayze with “Buzzin’” in 2008. After a stop in San Diego for their “Get U Home” tour at the House of Blues a few months ago, we were amazed. We checked in with the artists on their continued tour and recently released second album Let It Beat, available now.

Lead singer from Thrice gives us the down low

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Founded in Orange County, Thrice, the hard rock band has been one of the many names that has gained notoriety in music and amongst fans world wide. Their mixture of soft melodic progression, diluted with a hard powerful sensibility has allowed them to put out many hit albums. Artist in the Ambulance, Identity Crisis, Vheissu, Illusion of Safety, and now Beggars are just a few of the hard-rockers masterful works of art.

Zee Avi, enjoying a cup of coffee in Portland

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Zee Avi is one of those artist’s that comes along and you can not denie her unique difference, and approach to music. Born in Borneo, Avi has become one of the musicians whose songs are deeply reverent and soulful. Playing at last weeks Street Scene for the first time, we caught up with Avi to talk about many things. From her excitement on being booked for the event, and how she has made friends in the music industry.

We also discussed the use of the internet medium Avi used in order to make her musical career blossom into the one she has now.

Anya Marina is one of us now, a true San Diegan

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Hailing from L.A., Anya Marina is becoming one of the up-and-coming stars in the music industry. With her unique blend of soft and powerful vocals, coupled with her passionate and heartwarming chord progressions, Anya has caught the attention of the public.

Saosin at Warped Tour

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Recently attending this year’s Warped Tour, the Entertainer was lucky to catch up with the band Saosin and get an exclusive interview with some of the members of the band. Saosin had just attended the last four days of Warped Tour and loved every minute of it. Just coming off the recent recording of their [...]

Getting to know Kristinia DeBarge

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From the moment she took her first breath Kristinia DeBarge had music flowing in her veins. Born from a father who was in a successful 70′s and 80′s band known as Debarge, Kristinia was blessed with the gift of music from James her father. Taking from all she had learned, it was only a matter of time before she got out into the music world. You may have caught an earful of her song “Goodbye”, as it was buzzing around on the radio.