KROQ Almost Acoustic Christmas 2025 Unites LA’s Rock Community at the Kia Forum
LOS ANGELES, CA- A lineup of early aughts rock shook the Kia Forum on Dec. 13 during Audacy’s KROQ Almost Acoustic Christmas, the 34th holiday charity gig from the seminal LA rock and alternative radio station. Rise Against, Papa Roach, Evanescence and Social Distortion brought…
Mike Ness Reflects on Orange County Punk Roots and Social Distortion’s Legacy
CLICK HERE TO HEAD BACK TO THE MAIN ARTICLE! LOS ANGELES, CA- Any conversation about Southern California’s music scene in the late ‘70s through the ’80s will undoubtedly include Social Distortion. Hailing from Fullerton, Calif., Social D is among the progenitors of the Orange County…
Stephan Jenkins on Third Eye Blind’s Enduring Connection Across Generations
CLICK HERE TO HEAD BACK TO THE MAIN ARTICLE! LOS ANGELES, CA- It’s difficult to go anywhere these days and not hear a Third Eye Blind song. Underneath brilliant pop melodies lies deep and often explicit lyrical content. From ballads to rockers and everything in…
The Paradox Talk Radio Roots and Sudden Rise Backstage at KROQ’s Almost Acoustic Christmas 2025
CLICK HERE TO HEAD BACK TO THE MAIN ARTICLE! LOS ANGELES, CA– KROQ’s Almost Acoustic Christmas always includes new and up and coming artists alongside legends of the station, showcasing acts like Lorde and Billie Eilish before superstardom. One of this year’s new artists was…
Light Up The Blues 2025: Neil Young, Stephen Stills & Legends Unite at the Greek Theatre for Autism Awareness
LOS ANGELES, CA- A lineup of Laurel Canyon legends linked up for the seventh iteration of Light Up The Blues on April 26, a particularly chilly night at the legendary Greek Theatre in Los Angeles. Benefitting Autism Speaks, which is celebrating its 20th year, the…
EXCLUSIVE: Blue Carpet Moments from Light Up The Blues 2025: Music Legends, Netflix Stars & Autism Advocates Unite
CLICK HERE TO HEAD BACK TO THE MAIN ARTICLE! LOS ANGELES, CA- Before a single guitar string was strummed or lyric sung on the legendary Greek Theatre stage, the energy of Light Up The Blues 2025 was already electric out on the Blue Carpet. In…
A Night to Remember: Highlights from KROQ’s Almost Acoustic Christmas 2024
LOS ANGELES, CA- A strong blend of KROQ icons and newcomers anchored Audacy’s 33rd Almost Acoustic Christmas at the Kia Forum on Dec. 14. The consistently sold-out event, which supported youth education organizations Para Los Niños and the Al Wooten Jr. Heritage Center, boasted KROQ mainstays…
Franz Ferdinand Share Scottish Holiday Traditions and Favorite Music of 2024 At KROQ’s Almost Acoustic Christmas
CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUR 2024 ALMOST ACOUSTIC COVERAGE! LOS ANGELES, CA- Franz Ferdinand returned to the revolving stage at KROQ’s 33rd Almost Acoustic Christmas this weekend, bringing their brand of danceable indie rock to LA before the release of their new record, The Human…
311 Shares Holiday Music Picks at KROQ Acoustic Christmas
CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUR 2024 ALMOST ACOUSTIC COVERAGE! LOS ANGELES, CA- Omaha, Nebraska, natives 311 made their ninth appearance at KROQ’s Almost Acoustic Christmas this weekend. Their success was built by their grassroots, homegrown approach, fusing musical styles from hip-hop to reggae and funk…
Legendary KROQ Almost Acoustic Christmas Delivers High Energy Performances Despite RHCP’s Absence
LOS ANGELES, CA- KROQ held its 32nd annual Almost Acoustic Christmas at the Kia Forum on Dec. 9, bringing a steady stream of energetic performances from acts like Bleachers, Portugal. The Man, Garbage and The Offspring, who moved into the main slot when original headliners the…
