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2012 Stories by BRANDON FERGUSON

• Don Darox and the Melody Joy Bakers

  published May 17, 2012

  Don Darox and the Melody Joy Bakers traffic in bluesy tunes with vocals reminiscent of Tom Waits. Rocking songs about late-night benders and other... More >>

• The Slow Forward

  published May 17, 2012

  The Slow Forward are an aggressive sounding band with enough growling and screaming to appeal to hardcore ears. But their constant change-ups and... More >>

• [UPDATE: Media Outlets Report More Officers to be Terminated] Ron Thomas Confirms Firing of Cops Who Beat His Son on KPCC's AirTalk With Larry Mantle

  published May 23, 2012

  UPDATE, May 23, 5:34 P.M.: Citing unspecified media outlets, radio station 89.3 KPCC is reporting that all six officers involved in the Kelly Thomas beating have been given letters of intent to termin... More >>

• Bootlicker David Whiting and the Footwear of Justice

  published May 23, 2012

  This week Orange County Register columnist David Whiting changed things up. Instead of licking the boots of brutal police officers, he licked the loafers of the three Fullerton councilmembers facing r... More >>

• A Deliberately Vague Guide to OC Mines

  published May 24, 2012

  Silverado Canyon didn't get its name for nothing. The canyons high above Orange County's citrus groves and broad beaches are perforated with... More >>

• Zeke

  published May 17, 2012

  Those in search of a little catharsis should head over to Alex's and catch Zeke. Known for a full- throttle sound, this punk band has been at it... More >>

• Have Two of Kelly Thomas's Attackers Been Firedr

  published May 22, 2012

  Local blog Friends for Fullerton's Future is reporting officers Joe Wolfe and Manuel Ramos have been handed termination papers. The information was leaked to the blog by an anonymous source insid... More >>

• Sponge

  published May 17, 2012

  Here's a blast from the past for all you grunge monkeys. Sponge is on the scene and ready to rock their debut album, Rotting Pinata, in its... More >>

• Xene Cervenka

  published May 17, 2012

  Though she's best known for her work in legendary LA punk band X, fans will want to catch Exene Cervenka's solo show. Rocking an acoustic,... More >>

• Fullerton Welcomes Alternative Fuel Station

  published May 21, 2012

  More than 100 years after the invention of the first electric car, Fullerton is home to a first-of-its-kind alternative energy fuel station. The Propel Clean Mobility Center, located at 1124 E. Chapma... More >>

• Vendetta Red

  published May 10, 2012

  As far as Seattle grunge bands go, Vendetta Red was a little late to the party. Formed from the same musical clay that bore the world Nirvana and... More >>

• Dum Dum Girls

  published May 10, 2012

  Dum Dum Girls are a band from San Pedro whose sound is deliciously lo-fi. Part Shangri-Las, part Bikini Kill, they sing sweet pop songs backed by... More >>

• Flight to Mars

  published May 10, 2012

  Flight to Mars is a tribute to '70s band UFO. Featuring guitar virtuoso Mike McCready of Pearl Jam fame—it appears he's taking a break from... More >>

• Drew Carey Presents: The Best of the Midnight Show

  published May 10, 2012

  Finding time from his regular gig hosting the Price is Right, bespectacled comedian Drew Carey presents the comedy stylings of The Midnight Hour.... More >>

• La Habra Police Converge on Octomom's Pad

  published May 17, 2012

  Two police cruisers were seen parked outside the infamous Octomom residence on Madonna Lane in La Habra, just past 11 p.m. last night. Three officers stood chatting in the street, backlit by the inter... More >>

• Hellbound Hayride

  published May 10, 2012

  Looking for some tuneage with the take no prisoners energy of punk and the soulful vocals of Johnny Cash? Check out Hellbound Hayride. It's... More >>

• Melvins

  published May 10, 2012

  It's hard to believe that of all the bands to emerge from the era of Nirvana, the Melvin's are one of the few to still be going strong. Though the... More >>

• The Darlings

  published May 10, 2012

  The Darlings are a punk band with an anthemic sound. Choruses of 'whoas' ripple between palm muted guitars. And though their vocals are melodic,... More >>

• Kelly Thomas' Mother Gets Million Dollar Payout From Fullerton City Officials

  published May 15, 2012

  To end a potential civil lawsuit against the Fullerton Police Department for savagely killing her son Kelly Thomas last July for no good reason, city officials tonight announced they will pay Cathy Th... More >>

• Ron Thomas Approached to Appear at Trayvon Martin Rally, Declines

  published May 15, 2012

  Ron Thomas confirmed today he was approached by the Justice for Trayvon Martin Foundation, which sought his support along with civil rights leaders Jesse Jackson and Al Sharpton for an April 26th rall... More >>

• Benjamin Francis Leftwhich

  published May 10, 2012

  If low-key indie jams with an acoustic flare are your bag, check out Benjamin Francis Leftwich. Hailing from the other side of the pond, his... More >>

• Deer Tick

  published May 3, 2012

  Hailing from Rhode Island, Deer Tick specialize in a bittersweet brand of alt-country music. Their songs are interspersed with echoing leads and... More >>

• Appetite for Destruction

  published May 3, 2012

  Want to enjoy the music of Guns 'n Roses without the unpredictable mood swings of their diva-esque lead singer? Head down to the Juke Joint for G... More >>

• Kelly Thomas Case Will Go to Jury Trial, Judge Rules!

  published May 09, 2012

  The two officers charged with the death of Kelly Thomas will have to answer for their actions at trial. Orange County Superior Court Judge Walter Schwarm rendered his decision at 2:30 p.m. follow... More >>

• Silversun Pickups

  published May 3, 2012

  Have you ever noticed how Silversun Pickups singer Brian Aubert sounds like Lush's Meriel Barham? No matter. The alterna-rock band from Los... More >>