Archive for May, 2009


June’s Artist of the Month: David Atherton

By Valerie Scher 9:51 PM May 31, 2009

Mainly Mozart’s 21st fest makes the Balboa Theatre the place to be for music by Mozart, Tchaikovsky and other celebrated composers.


Mariachi Real de San Diego is the real deal

By Mikel Toombs 9:46 PM May 31, 2009

Mariachi Real de San Diego has performed everywhere from the Super Bowl to Cinco de Mayo celebrations. Now you can hear them on their newest CD, “Mariachi Classics.”


Bridwell, Band of Horses return to SD

By Chris Nixon 4:59 PM May 31, 2009

After working as a label owner and a member of Seattle indie rock band Carissa’s Wierd, Bridwell forged out on his own with his Band of Horses.


Street Scene 2009 Festival Guide

By Chris Nixon 4:22 PM May 31, 2009

From the bands to the logistics, the San Diego News Network has got you covered on SD’s biggest music festival.


Silversun Pickups spring from L.A.’s Silver Lake ‘hood

By Chris Nixon 4:07 PM May 31, 2009

The ride has swept the four Angelenos from local buzz band to national act.


Deerhunter emerges from the mist with ‘Microcastle’

By Chris Nixon 2:42 PM May 31, 2009

Santa Cruz’s Comets on Fire. D.C.’s Dead Meadow. Japan’s Ghost. Add Atlanta, Georgia’s Deerhunter to the list.


Black Eyed Peas bridge the gap from indie hip-hop to chart success

By Chris Nixon 1:45 PM May 31, 2009

This Los Angeles-based hip-hop group has gone from underground heroes to music industry moguls.


GM of largest city of San Diego union resigns

Wire Services 7:42 AM May 31, 2009

The Municipal Employee Association resignation comes after reports show Judie Italiano was spending funds for personal reasons.


Street Scene unveils its 2009 lineup: B.E.P. headlines

By Chris Nixon 1:43 AM May 31, 2009

San Diego’s biggest music festival has announced the lineup for this year.


Aztecs top Fresno St. 4-1, stave off elimination

By Craig Elsten 9:39 PM May 30, 2009

Aztecs survive to play on Sunday in NCAA Regional play in elimination game with defending champs.

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