December 20, 2010 - Over the weekend, while fans were remembering Captain Beefheart and mourning his death, musicians and artists offered their own thoughts. Some forwarded their comments to media outlets. Others used social media such as Twitter and Facebook. Here's a sampling:
October 10, 2008 - The eighth edition of the Hardly Strictly Bluegrass festival--investment banker Warren Hellman's baby--took place last week. The free show, which Hellman has spent millions to produce over the years, filled Golden Gate Park's Speedway Meadow with music-lovers of all ages. Sunshine and clear skies were icing on the cake.
May 23, 2006 - Blasters guitarist and founding member Dave Alvin will set out on the road this summer in support of his upcoming solo release "West of the West," which is due in stores May 30.