There’s something magnetic about Ohana Fest 2025 — the way the salty sea breeze carries the echo of guitars, how palm trees sway to the rhythm of pure rock energy, and how the golden late-September sun casts that signature Southern California glow over the crowd. Held at the picturesque Doheny State Beach in Dana Point, […]
Timeless Harmony: Sixpence None The Richer Captivates Santa Ana with Nostalgic Magic
December 19, 2024 By Leave a Comment
Sixpence None The Richer delivered an unforgettable performance during their Dec. 14 concert at the Constellation in Santa Ana, leaving fans across generations spellbound. Their music, which defined an era, continues to evoke a sense of nostalgia while bridging the gap between the old and the new. I first discovered Sixpence None The Richer in […]
Dancing Through Generations: Calvin Harris Lights Up the Palm Tree Festival 2024 in Dana Point
October 24, 2024 By Leave a Comment
On October 6, the iconic beats of Calvin Harris reverberated through Dana Point as he headlined the Palm Tree Festival. The festival brought together a multi-generational audience, with fans spanning from Gen Alpha to Gen X – myself included, representing Gen X proudly in the crowd. Harris’s setlist didn’t disappoint, taking us on a musical […]
OneRepublic Brings Good Vibes and Great Music to Dana Point’s Palm Tree Festival 2024
October 22, 2024 By Leave a Comment
OneRepublic took the stage as one of the highly anticipated headliners at the Palm Tree Festival in Dana Point on October 5th, delivering a high-energy performance that perfectly matched the laid-back, coastal vibes of the festival. Surrounded by ocean breezes and palm trees, the band electrified the crowd with their signature hits and unforgettable moments. […]
Unforgettable Vibes at Ohana Festival 2024: Crowded House and Devo Ignite Doheny Beach
October 3, 2024 By Leave a Comment
Nestled on the stunning shores of Dana Point, California, Ohana Festival blends music, family, and the laid-back coastal vibes of Southern California. Now in its seventh year, the festival—born from a collaboration between Eddie Vedder, Pearl Jam manager Mark Smith, and Live Nation—has grown into a beloved annual tradition. Named after the Hawaiian concept of […]
Concert Review: 311’s Unity Tour at the Pacific Amphitheatre
August 29, 2024 By Leave a Comment
On August 27, 2024, the Pacific Amphitheatre in Costa Mesa became a haven for 311 fans as the band—Nick Hexum (lead vocals, rhythm guitar, keyboards), Aaron “P-Nut” Wills (bass), Chad Sexton (drums), Tim Mahoney (lead guitar), and Doug “SA” Martinez (lead vocals, turntables)— took the stage for a night that melded nostalgia with electrifying energy. […]
Boy George Live: A Nostalgic Night at the Pacific Amphitheatre in Costa Mesa, CA
August 24, 2024 By Leave a Comment
It’s hard to believe that 40 years have passed since Boy George’s iconic hit “Do You Really Want to Hurt Me” was released. Where were you back then, or how old were you? I was just 13 (you can do the math!). I remember my obsession with collecting picture discs, and I vividly recall buying […]
Kate Hudson Rocks The Bellwether in LA: A Spectacular Debut with “Glorious” Album Launch
May 20, 2024 By Leave a Comment
Kate Hudson has proven herself as a bona fide artist with the successful launch of her debut show and album “Glorious” at The Bellwether in Los Angeles. Fans eagerly lined up down from Boylston St. to W. 3rd St., waiting patiently for the highly anticipated event. At 9:20 PM, Hudson made her grand entrance, rocking […]
Sting Takes Center Stage at BeachLife Festival: A Legendary Performance
May 5, 2024 By Leave a Comment
I can’t believe I haven’t seen Sting live until now. He has been one of my favorite artists since The Police. I owned the “Synchronicity” vinyl album in the ’80s and often listened to Kasey Kasem’s American Top 40, hoping Sting’s songs would hit number one, like “Every Breath You Take.” In the ’90s, I […]
Darker Waves Festival 2023: A Symphony of Nostalgia, Diversity, and Musical Bliss
November 20, 2023 By Leave a Comment
On November 18, a diverse crowd, including punks, goths, Gen Xers, and their kids and grandkids, gathered for the highly anticipated Darker Waves Festival in Huntington Beach. Despite the looming threat of rain, the inaugural event turned out to be a delight, featuring cheery and sunny weather with an unmistakable OC vibe. The enchanting power […]
