Michael Doherty's Music Log
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I'm sharing my love of music.
Check out my review of Greg Copeland's 2024 EP "Empire State": michaelsmusiclog.blogspot.com/2026/08/greg... #music #review
Greg Copeland: "Empire State" (2024) CD Review
Greg Copeland released his first album, Revenge Will Come , in 1982 on Geffen Records (both Jackson Browne and Rick Vito play guitar on it),...
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Check out the new video for The Claudettes' fantastic song "No Matter How Much": www.youtube.com/watch?v=ADuZ... #music #video
The Claudettes - No Matter How Much (official video)
YouTube video by Pravda Records
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There is a new I See Hawks In L.A. album in the works, and a single was just released. Titled "Get Back To Ohio," it's a fun one. Check it out: open.spotify.com/album/0t6qN9... #music #single
Get Back to Ohio - Single by I See Hawks In L.A. | Spotify
I See Hawks In L.A. · single · 2026 · 1 songs
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The second concert I attended yesterday was recorded for a live album release, so you'll be able to enjoy it soon. Check out my review of Fernando Perdomo's show, with special guest Steve Caton: michaelsmusiclog.blogspot.com/2026/08/fern... #music #review #concert
Fernando Perdomo Records Live Album At Kulak's Woodshed, 8-2-26
As you might be aware, Fernando Perdomo has been releasing an album of new original material on the first of every month this year (he did i...
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The first of two concerts I attended yesterday featured sets by The Williamsons, The Smokey Lonesome, The Glimmer Stars, and Old Californio Quartet. As you can guess from that lineup, it was a great show. I posted a review, with photos: michaelsmusiclog.blogspot.com/2026/08/the-... #music #review
The Williamsons, The Smokey Lonesome, The Glimmer Stars, and Old Californio Quartet at Redwood Bar & Grill, 8-2-26
Yesterday afternoon's show at the Redwood Bar & Grill felt in some ways like a continuation of Kim's birthday celebration from the previous ...
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August 1st was a fun birthday celebration at Maui Sugar Mill Saloon, featuring Lights Out Levine, Ape Hangers, and The Paper Hearts. I posted something about it, with lots of photos, on my music blog: michaelsmusiclog.blogspot.com/2026/08/ligh... #music #concert #review #concertphotography
Lights Out Levine, Ape Hangers, And The Paper Hearts at Maui Sugar Mill Saloon, 8-1-26
Kim celebrates her birthday What better way is there to celebrate a birthday than catching some great bands? Of course, it helps if you're m...
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Last night was a delicious birthday celebration at Maui Sugar Mill Saloon. Lights Out Levine, Ape Hangers, and The Paper Hearts all delivered fantastic sets. It was especially great seeing Ape Hangers. Check out my review and photos: michaelsmusiclog.blogspot.com/2026/08/ligh... #music #review
Lights Out Levine, Ape Hangers, And The Paper Hearts at Maui Sugar Mill Saloon, 8-1-26
Kim celebrates her birthday What better way is there to celebrate a birthday than catching some great bands? Of course, it helps if you're m...
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Check out my review of "Down Where The Bluebonnets Grow," the debut album from The Joymakers, released in 2024: michaelsmusiclog.blogspot.com/2026/08/the-... #music #review #jazz
The Joymakers: "Down Where The Bluebonnets Grow" (2024) CD Review
The Joymakers are a jazz band based in Austin, Texas, focusing on music from the 1920s and early 1930s, and specifically from groups based i...
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Check out Mini Mendez's rendition of "Don't Sleep In The Subway" (he is joined by Dan Marfisi of Drool Brothers and Steven Wesley Guiles of Future Kings Of Denmark): sugarbreezerecords.bandcamp.com/track/don-t-... #music #cover #single
Don’t Sleep In The Subway, by Mini Mendez
track by Mini Mendez
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I've been seriously enjoying Bad Motivator's "The Album," which is out on vinyl (red vinyl, in fact). Check out my review: michaelsmusiclog.blogspot.com/2026/07/bad-... #music #review #NewRelease #vinyl #vinylcollection
Bad Motivator: "The Album" (2026) Vinyl Review
There are many bands who have chosen names associated in some way with Star Wars . Bad Motivator not only has one of the best of those names...
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Check out my review of "Fleeting Moments," the wonderful debut album from Tranquilina: michaelsmusiclog.blogspot.com/2026/07/tran... #music #review #NewRelease
Tranquilina: "Fleeting Moments" (2026) CD Review
Those in the Los Angeles area are probably aware of The Firkins, a band that has been delivering delicious music for nearly two decades, the...
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Yesterday I saw a fantastic show at Music Garden L.A., the lineup including Tranquilina, The Smokey Lonesome, and Old Californio Quartet. I posted a review, with several photos, on my music blog: michaelsmusiclog.blogspot.com/2026/07/tran... #music #review #concert #livemusic
Tranquilina, The Smokey Lonesome, and Old Californio Quartet at Music Garden L.A., 7-26-26
What is going on in Los Angeles? We're used to the heat, that's rarely a problem. But humidity? All of us came to this city partly to escape...
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Check out my review of jazz vocalist Lisa Rich's wonderful new album, "I Still Rise": michaelsmusiclog.blogspot.com/2026/07/lisa... #music #review #NewRelease #jazz
Lisa Rich: "I Still Rise" (2026) CD Review
Jazz vocalist Lisa Rich's new album I Still Rise has a title with a positive bent, an optimistic bent, even a defiant one. In these days wh...
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I enjoyed another stellar night at Maui Sugar Mill Saloon, this one featuring The Glimmer Stars, Tailpipe, Analog Saint, and The Livingstones. Check out my review and photos: michaelsmusiclog.blogspot.com/2026/07/the-... #music #review #concert #livemusic
The Glimmer Stars, Tailpipe, Analog Saint, and The Livingstones at Maui Sugar Mill Saloon, 7-24-26
The Glimmer Stars Four excellent bands took the stage last night at Maui Sugar Mill Saloon, delivering delicious, energetic sets to an appre...
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Check out my review of "Clouds 7," the latest release from the incredibly talented Fernando Perdomo: michaelsmusiclog.blogspot.com/2026/07/fern... #music #review #NewRelease
Fernando Perdomo: "Clouds 7" (2026) CD Review
Fernando Perdomo is now on the second half of his second year-long musical project, Clouds , and continuing to make music that transports us...
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Check out my review of "Most Of The Time," the wonderful new album from blues artist Peter Parcek: michaelsmusiclog.blogspot.com/2026/07/pete... #music #review #blues #NewRelease
Peter Parcek: "Most Of The Time" (2026) CD Review
Who doesn't have the blues these days? Peter Parcek is here to help, because it is with blues music that we can most assuredly combat the bl...
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Last night I See Hawks In L.A. delivered a stellar show in Studio City. I posted a review, with photos and set list: michaelsmusiclog.blogspot.com/2026/07/i-se... #music #review #concert #livemusic
I See Hawks In L.A. at Tuning Fork, 7-19-26 Concert Review
"Live And Never Learn" I See Hawks In L.A. returned to Tuning Fork in Studio City last night, delivering two magnificent sets of music, just...
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I had a great time seeing "Macbeth" last night at Garfield Park in South Pasadena. Check out my review: michaeldohertyspersonallibrary.blogspot.com/2026/07/macb... #Shakespeare #review #theatre #theater
Macbeth (Shakespeare By The Sea 2026 Production) Theatre Review
Macbeth set Each summer, the Shakespeare By The Sea troupe takes the work of Shakespeare all over Los Angeles County and Orange County, perf...
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If you're looking for some good new jazz albums to listen to, I offer a few recommendations in today's "Brief Notes On New Jazz Releases" post: michaelsmusiclog.blogspot.com/2026/07/brie... #music #review #jazz #NewReleases
Brief Notes On New Jazz Releases
Has our country hit bottom yet? Every time that it seems so, those in power find a new low to revel in. I'm not sure we'll be able to turn i...
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Rick Shea & The Losin' End delivered a wonderful show last night, with a special set by Jodi Siegel. Check out my review, with photos and set list: michaelsmusiclog.blogspot.com/2026/07/rick... #music #review #concert
Rick Shea & The Losin' End at Maui Sugar Mill Saloon, 7-15-26 Concert Review
The third Wednesday of every month, Rick Shea holds his "Swingin' Doors" music series at Maui Sugar Mill Saloon, playing two great sets of m...
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"If we're going to do nothing, let's do nothing right." That's a great line from Katie Fee's "Nothing Right": open.spotify.com/album/16YQgy... #music #song #single
Nothing Right - Single by Katie Fee | Spotify
Katie Fee · single · 2026 · 1 songs
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Check out my review of "Fireflies," the excellent upcoming release from Danielle Nicole: michaelsmusiclog.blogspot.com/2026/07/dani... #music #review #blues #NewRelease
Danielle Nicole: "Fireflies" (2026) CD Review
Danielle Nicole Schnebelen is a singer and songwriter working in the blues realm, delivering some fantastic music, music for which she has r...
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Today I've been seriously enjoying The Lost Weekend Band's 2024 EP "One Hell Of A Time." Check out my review: michaelsmusiclog.blogspot.com/2026/07/the-... #music #review
The Lost Weekend Band: "One Hell Of A Time" (2024) CD Review
When punk meets outlaw country, you know the energy and attitude are going to be strong. And such is the case with The Lost Weekend Band and...
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I loved "Do-List" from its first line, for it caused me to laugh at myself (and the list of things to do that was next to my bed when I woke). Check out this excellent song: www.youtube.com/watch?v=4FRC... #music #newsong #single
Do-List (Single Version)
YouTube video by Eilir Pierce - Topic
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Old Californio delivered two fantastic sets last night at Route 66 Roadhouse & Tavern. Check out my review, with photos and set list: michaelsmusiclog.blogspot.com/2026/07/old-... #music #review #concert
Old Californio at Route 66 Roadhouse & Tavern, 7-11-26 Concert Review
It is some sort of injustice that Old Californio is not better known. This band is one of the best out there, in terms of musicianship, lead...
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Today's tip to keep you from sounding stupid: furrymike.blogspot.com/2026/07/tips... #tip #grammar #language #tips
Tips To Keep You From Sounding Stupid
Here is today's tip to keep you from sounding like a moron: Don't use the word "comprise." Just don't. It is rare that I find it used correc...
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Los Angeles has the best music scene in the entire country. Thursday I saw Patria Jacobs, Double Naught Three, 3D Picnic, and Waterloo Saints. It was an absolutely incredible night of music. Check out my review and photos: michaelsmusiclog.blogspot.com/2026/07/patr... #music #concert #review
Patria Jacobs, Double Naught Three, 3D Picnic, and Waterloo Saints at Maui Sugar Mill Saloon, 7-9-26 Concert Review
I've had some great nights at the Maui Sugar Mill Saloon. Some spectacular nights. Thursday night was one of the best. It was one of those n...
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Today's tip to keep you from sounding like a moron: furrymike.blogspot.com/2026/07/tips... #tip #language #words #literally
Tips To Keep You From Sounding Stupid
Here is today's tip to keep you from sounding like a moron: A word that many people should simply avoid using is "literally." Often when I h...
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Check out my review of the special "10 Year Anniversary Edition" of Fernando Perdomo's "Voyeurs": michaelsmusiclog.blogspot.com/2026/07/fern... #music #review
Fernando Perdomo: "Voyeurs 10 Year Anniversary Edition" (2026) CD Review
At a recent concert, Fernando Perdomo told the crowd he was at that point in his career when he can release anniversary editions of albums. ...
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