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Death on Wednesday

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Tom DeLonge Pays Tribute

The Blink-182 and Angels and Airwaves guitarist honors his muse and producer

KROQ Almost Acoustic Christmas Night One Last Night

Andrew Youssef​KROQ Almost Acoustic Christmas Night OneDecember 10, 2011Gibson AmphitheaterStarting off 22 years ago as a one-night affair with a handful of acoustic performances, KROQ's Almost Acoustic Christmas has swelled into a two-night, predominately plugged-in festival. Night one, usually b ... More >>

KROQ's Almost Acoustic Lineup Is Out

[Mental Notes] Jack Grisham is writing another book, and Chris Marrs Piliero is giving away music-video mementos

KROQ Almost Acoustic Christmas Full Lineup Announced

​When we released our almost-sure predictions for the 22nd Annual KROQ Almost Acoustic Christmas lineup last week, we said that Night 1 would probably feature Jane's Addiction, Bush, Rise Against, Blink 182, Social Distortion, Pennywise and A Day To Remember.

KROQ's Almost Acoustic Christmas Lineup Announced (We Were Close!)

Christopher Victorio/OC Weekly​Maaan, we're good. When we released our almost-sure prediction for the 22nd Annual KROQ Almost Acoustic Christmas lineup last week, we said that Night 1 on December 10th will likely include Jane's Addiction, Bush, Rise Against, Blink 182, Social Distortion, Pennywis ... More >>

Our Almost-Sure KROQ Almost Acoustic Christmas Lineup Prediction

Andrew Youssef/OC Weekly​With the announcement of San Francisco's Live 105 Not So Silent Night and San Diego's 91X Wrex The Halls concerts, one can easily forecast who will most likely appear at KROQ's Almost Acoustic Christmas to be held on December 10th and 11th at Gibson Amphitheater.Live 105 N ... More >>

Local Record Review: 'We're Just Really Excited to Be Here' by Countless Thousands

Beat Blvd. is Heard Mentality's weekly review of local releases. If you're an OC musician or band with something new to offer--vinyl single, full-length album, CD, cassette--we want to hear from you! Send copies, along with any photos and PR material, to Beat Blvd., c/o OC Weekly, 2975 Red Hill A ... More >>

'The Other F Word' Shows Punks All Grown Up

Because 'being there for your kids is the punkest thing of all'

Blink 182 at the Honda Center Last Saturday Night

Christopher Victorio/OC Weekly​Check out our slideshow for more blink-182 pictures here!Blink-182 and My Chemical RomanceOct. 1, 2011Honda CenterIf you've been keeping up with Blink 182 news, you know they've spent the last two months trucking along with the decade-old Honda Civic Tour and are pla ... More >>

Matt & Kim Stage Diving at a Venue Near You

​Matt & Kim are well-known for their high-energy shows and positive vibes, but their recordings and performances never preach or cloy. They're all smiles on stage, and even the most cynical of listeners can't help but feel propelled by their warmth and good feelings. Equipped with synthesizer ... More >>

My Chemical Romance and blink-182 Headline the 2011 Honda Civic Tour

Andrew Youssef/OC WeeklyBlink-182 at Verizon Wireless Amphitheater​The 2011 Honda Civic Tour is bringing together pop-punk purveyors blink-182 and pop-emo purveyors My Chemical Romance to co-headline this year. They'll be at the Honda Center in Anaheim on Saturday, October 1.

Travis Barker Does Mall Signing in Orange to Promote his Solo Debut

​Who remembers that Blink-182's tattooed drummer Travis Barker is a real musician? After the Meet the Barkers fiasco and his near-death experience with DJ AM, he's coming to The Block at Orange to sign copies of his debut solo album, Give the Drummer Some. Preview the sneery rap stylings of the ... More >>

Black Eyed Peas, Blink-182, Simon Cowell and More Host Benefits for Japan Via Shows, T-Shirts, Albums, Vids, Tweets

​In the wake of the unfathomable disaster in Japan, musicians are showing their support through benefit shows, merch and other creative endeavors, rallying fans to help the country. Their efforts can make a real impact--Gaga's Japan-relief wristbands raised $250,000 in just 48 hours.  Here's ... More >>

Today in Music News: No Doubt Recording New Album, Eminem to Perform with Lil Wayne at Grammys, Liam Gallagher Solo Album

"Tony [Kanal] and Gwen [Stefani] are rocking the synth. Our little studio is warm and candlelit, above the glowing city," Tweets No Doubt guitarist Tom Dumont.Eminem, Lil Wayne, Drake and Blink-182's Travis Barker "in a special performance ... added to stellar Grammy lineup!" reads the Tweet. Hope ... More >>

Show Announcement: Motion City Soundtrack to play House of Blues Anaheim

Packing classic power pop hooks and lyrics that aren't the equivalent of dick jokes, Motion City Soundtrack soared to the upper ranks of the "pop punk" genre with 2007's Even If It Kills Me. The album came out on Epitaph and featured choice tracks like "Broken Heart," "This Is For Real" and "It Ha ... More >>

Today in Music News: Lady Gaga Meets Queen, Blink-182 Doc, Beatles Biopic, Rivers Cuomo OK

Lady Gaga rocking a fabulously funky red outfit--with matching eye patches--bows, shakes hands with Queen Elizabeth II!The pride of Poway, blink-182, to receive the unauthorized doc treatment about the band's early years, which should include some OC footage, right? BBC to air latest Beatles biopi ... More >>

Last Night: Blink-182, Weezer at Verizon Wireless Amphitheater

Andrew YoussefNo, you da man.​Last Night: Blink-182, Weezer, Taking Back Sunday, Asher Roth at the Verizon Wireless Amphitheater, Irvine; September 17, 2009.Better Than: Growing up.Hostile Territory: Blink-182 is doing a huge promotion with the T-Mobile Sidekick, and advertisements were plastered ... More >>

Blink-182; Fall Out Boy; All American Rejects

Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre

Blink 182

Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre

Incoming: Power 106 Comedy Fiesta at Verizon Wireless Amphitheater

​If you thought Verizon Wireless Amphitheater could only be used for big-name bands like Blink 182 and No Doubt, well, you're stupid. (OK, you're not stupid. Misguided, maybe.) Exhibit A: Power 106's "Comedy Fiesta" show, happening on September 26 at the 16,00-capacity venue formerly known as Irvi ... More >>

Cheap lawn tickets on sale today

Concert promoters LiveNation are offering a pretty good deal for upcoming shows at the Verizon Wireless Amphitheater (and other venues across the country that, if you are reading the OC Weekly, you probably don't care that much about). The catch is, it's good only today.Anyone who buys lawn tickets ... More >>

Incoming: Second Blink-182 Show Added at Verizon Wireless Amphitheater (With Fall Out Boy)

Sometimes things happen by "popular demand." That's kid stuff. A mere trifle. A pittance. This second Blink-182 show just added to the schedule at Verizon Wireless Amphitheater? Why, that was a result of OVERWHELMING DEMAND! At least according to the Live Nation press release.It's happening Friday, ... More >>

Hate Service Fees? Live Nation Has You Covered! (For One Day, At Least)

It's easy to hate on Live Nation, but they've been involved in some alright stuff lately, like the Blink 182 lawn seats that cost $20, straight-up--inclusive of parking and service fees and all that yakkety yak. The latest is "no service fees Wednesdays," which will run throughout the summer and sta ... More >>

INCOMING: Blink-182, Weezer, Taking Back Sunday, Asher Roth at Verizon Wireless Amphitheater

Despite some conflicting reports on the matter, Weezer is coming to the Verizon Wireless Amphitheater in Irvine with Blink-182 (pictured) on Sept. 17, as confirmed today by Live Nation. This is, of course, the first Blink-182 tour since their 2005 breakup, which led to largely uninspiring projects l ... More >>

Last Saturday: KROQ Weenie Roast at Verizon Wireless Amphitheater

Andrew YoussefLast Night: KROQ Weenie Roast at the Verizon Wireless Amphitheater; Saturday May 16, 2009. (More pictures here.)Better Than: Wango Tango.Download: Videos from the day at KROQ.com.The KROQ Weenie Roast is typically full of surprises. With Blink 182 reuniting the night prior at a private ... More >>

Blink-182 coming to Irvine

The recently reunited Blink-182 is bringing its summer tour to the Corporate Sponsored Outdoor Venue formerly known as Irvine Meadows Sept. 17. The show (and subsequent tour) also includes Weezer, Fall Out Boy and the All-American Rejects. I hated Blink-182 when I was a teenager, but I've grown to ... More >>

More No Doubt Tour News

Alright, so there aren't any official tour dates yet, but a few babies and weddings later, No Doubt has finally officially confirmed they will indeed be touring Summer 2009. Starting this May, the band will be making stops at larger amphitheaters and arenas all through out the United States and Cana ... More >>

Musical Advent Calendar: Before Braille, 'Merry Christmas, I'm Cheating'

Yes, most advent calendars start on Dec. 1. Eat it.Christmas is awesome. Sorry non-observers; I love you but it's true. You get presents, you get to give presents and spread holiday good tidings and so on. And come on, Candy Cane Joe-Joes.Since Christmas music is perhaps the most awesome part of the ... More >>

Porn and Taxes

Getting stiffed by a porn star took on a whole new meaning Monday when Huntington Beach's Janine Lindemulder was arraigned in federal court for allegedly failing to pay about $80,000 in income taxes, The Smoking Gun reports today. The racktacular 39-year-old entered a not guilty plea and was releas ... More >>

Tom Delonge of Angels & Airwaves Soars Out of Blink-182's Punk Orbit

Not Rioting

The Ataris

Eight Days

Live Previews

Murder on Memory Lane

The Song Remained the Same

The Ramones didnt wanna grow up

The Failure of (Almost) All Pop

Superbowl or Superbore?

No Hair Pulling

But Monique Powell can still make you hurt

Bring on the Dumbasses!

Brian Dishons bands may have nothing to say, but now they have a place to say it

Brutal Is Dead

Heavy!

Farside dont float away on a frat boys burps

Designer Stories: Silver Star Casting Company

Don't You Know Me?

Every Sandwich an Adventure!

A couple of hero-crazy kids try living the dream

Kelly Gaiser of the Fabulous Tuscaderos

Local musicians ponder the eternal, wrenching dilemma

Gary Downey, A/C Technician, Drummer for Naked Movie Star

What's humming through the skulls of Orange County?

Rapid Eye Movement

Dreaming of Blink-182

Various Artists The Solution to Benefit Heal the BayMojo Records

Virtual Pansy Road Game

A virtual tour of touring