Acclaimed soulful blues singer and saxophonist Vanessa Collier continues her 2019 spring and summer Honey Up U.S. tour—supporting her most recent album of the same name—performing locally at Big Mama’s Rib Shack (1453 N. Lake Ave., Pasadena) on Saturday. As proof how far Collier has risen in the eyes of her peers, the young musician recently won…
Pasadena Senior Center to Host Free Summer Concert Series
The Pasadena Senior Center’s popular free summer concert series for all ages will be relocated from Memorial Park to the air-conditioned comfort of the Scott Pavilion at the center, located at 85 E. Holly St. The concerts will be held every Monday at 6 p.m. from July 30 to Sept. 3. Showcasing the talents of…
Larry Carlton’s Arcadia Gig “Extraordinary”
Article and Photos By Terry Miller Mr. 335 (aka Larry Carlton) is arguably the foremost jazz/rock/blues guitar player working today. On Saturday night at the Arcadia Performing Arts Center, Carlton fans were in for a truly extraordinary treat which surpassed any expectations one may have had. Playing his beautiful signature Gibson ES 335, complete with…