Big-name rappers performing in Santa Rosa aren’t all that common, so Friday’s (Jan. 10) appearance by Gift of Gab is worth noting. Under the stage name Gift of Gab, Timothy Parker of Oakland is half of the Bay Area hip-hop duo Blackalicious, with DJ Chief Xcel. On addition [...]
If you loved Love and Rockets, you'll like this. British alternative rock singer David J, from the '70s band Bauhaus and its '80s successor, Love and Rockets, will perform Friday, April 23, at the Chrome Lotus in Santa Rosa. The bassist, vocalist, lyricist and producer has more than 25 albums [...]
The Chrome Lotus nightclub in Santa Rosa hasn't been open long, but its management and talent bookers know how to keep things interesting. Last week, Danny Gokey of "American Idol" played the club. This Thursday, March 25, the club features Sonoma County singer-songwriter Natasha James, who has a [...]
What is art? Whether it’s oil on canvas or actors on stage, dancers on their toes or comedians doing stand-up, Press Democrat staff writer Dan Taylor covers the fine and lively arts in Northern California. Meet the people, go behind the scenes and get ahead on what’s coming up.