The Pulse of Entertainment:
Grammy Nominated Jim Messina Brings His Band The Road Runners to Rams Head on Stage November 25, 2025; Jim Messina & The
Road Runners Release New Album ‘Here, There & Everywhere'
"Yes, we are bringing it all to Rams
Head (on Stage)," said Grammy nominated Jim (James) Messina about his show, Jim Messina and The Road Runners,
coming to Rams Head on Stage in Annapolis November 25, 2025. "These guys (The Road Runners) are unbelievable.
I'm glad to work with them. When not on the job we still stay connected. They show up prepared. Between all of us we have
guitar, bass, drums, keys, sax and four vocalists. We're going to bring the album ("Here, There & Everywhere")
with us to Rams Head."
Jim Messina is
a legend in the Rock/Pop genre most notable as the duo Loggins and Messina. Their hits are many, such as "Mama Don't
Dance," and "Brandy (You're a Fine Girl)." Fifty years in the music industry. Jim started as a musician (guitar)
with Buffalo Springfield (1966 - 1968), Poco band (1968 - 1970), and Loggins & Messina (1971 - 1976, 2005, 2009). Jim
met Kenny Loggins when he was working as a producer at Columbia Records. They united and released six studio albums, three
live albums, four compilation albums and 11 singles. Together Loggins and Messina has sold over 16 million "albums."
That is 16x platinum.
"I'm a situational/observational comedian,"
said Marc Yaffee when I asked. "Now, I do link with the audience, like if they come in late. I like
audience material, it's organic. Sometimes you get push-back (on it). But I tend to stick with the material."
Marc, named Entertainer of the Year by the National Indian Gaming Association,
had just left performing on a cruise ship, one of many venues he performs at all year long, when we talked.
"You get seasoned...write material," said the East Los Angeles
native.
"Yes, I do...I tour a lot," Marc
said when I asked. "I started in 1999, been touring since 2009. With years of experiences...you get enough recognition."
Marc Yaffee, a Native American of Mexican and Navajo decent,
was also named the Funniest Person by Ventura Comedy Festival. He is recognized as one of 25 Indigenous comedians to watch
by... <Read the full November 4, 2025 column here...>
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Aerosmith and Rapper Yungblud Release 'My
Only Angel (Desert Road Version)' Featuring Steve Martin on November 21, 2025 on Capital Records
(Los Angeles, CA) - Multi-Grammy Award winning Rock and Roll Hall of
Fame inductees Aerosmith and British multi-platinum, award-winning artist Yungblud to release
"My Only Angel (Desert Road Version)," a stripped-back reinterpretation of the lead single from
their upcoming collaborative EP "One More Time," out November 21, 2025 via Capitol Records.
Inspired by the original track's emotional core, Aerosmith and Yungblud
returned to the studio to explore its more vulnerable side. During the session, Tyler - a longtime admirer of Grammy Award
winning musician Steve Martin -imagined the distinctive sound of a banjo bringing the song to a close. He reached out to Steve
Martin, who accepted the invitation and recorded his part remotely. The addition gives the new version its defining
final moment: a soulful ending that trades the drive of the original for a grounded, textured feel, with Martin's standout
banjo solo carrying the song to its finish.
Miguel Releases New Album 'Caos,' Announces Massive
'Caos Tour' in North America and Europe
(Los
Angeles, CA) - Following the birthday release of his new album "Caos" on October 23, 2025 Grammy Award winning artist
and visionary Miguel has announced he will embark on a tour next year across North America, Europe and the
United Kingdom. Promoted by Live Nation, the 41-date Caos Tour with special guest Jean Dawson kicks off February
10 at the Coca-Cola Roxy in Atlanta, making stops in major cities including New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, and more before
wrapping the North American leg March 21 at Houston's 713 Music Hall. The tour then heads overseas for a spring run across
the UK and Europe, with performances in London, Paris, Berlin, Milan, Madrid, and more. The tour includes a special Los Angeles
hometown performance at the Kia Forum with support from Channel Tres. Full routing and ticketing information can be found
below.
Miguel recently performed on Jimmy Kimmel Live on ABC to launch his new albm and tour.
With
a career defined by innovation and soul, Miguel continues to captivate audiences around the world. Since winning the GRAMMY
Award for Best R&B Song with his chart-topping hit "Adorn" in 2013, he's remained one of the most forward-thinking
and genre-defying artists. From the triple-platinum rise of "Sure Thing" to its viral rebirth more than a decade
later, Miguel's music has continued to transcend generations.
(Nashville, Tenn) - One of the most iconic
rock guitarists of our generation, Kirk Hammett-legendary guitarist of the multi-platinum-selling, nine-time
Grammy Award-winning band Metallica-continues his long-standing partnership with Gibson. The iconic instrument
brand proudly unveils its latest collaboration: a bold new acoustic from Gibson Custom. Kirk Hammett teamed up with the master
luthiers at Gibson Custom in Bozeman, Montana, to create the Gibson Custom Kirk Hammett Raven, a majestic
counterpart to the legendary Gibson HummingbirdTM. The Kirk Hammett Raven is limited to only 100 guitars worldwide-and
available at authorized Gibson dealers, Gibson Garage locations, and on www.gibson.com.
While it shares the Hummingbird's square-shoulder silhouette, Kirk Hammett's Raven
distinguishes itself with a dark, artistic twist on the Hummingbird aesthetic. Crafted with a Sitka spruce top and mahogany
back and sides, and supported by traditional scalloped Advanced X-bracing, it delivers the timeless acoustic tone that has
captivated musicians and audiences for generations. Its mahogany neck features a comfortable Round profile and is topped with
a bound ebony fretboard, complete with 20 frets and mother-of-pearl star inlays. A 16" radius makes it ideal for fast,
expressive playing. Grover® Rotomatic® tuners ensure reliable tuning, while TUSQ® components-including the nut,
saddle, and bridge pins-enhance tonal consistency and tuning stability. The headstock showcases the Gibson logo alongside
a striking mother-of-pearl raven skull inlay, reinforcing the instrument's bold identity.
This limited-edition model also pays homage to Gibson's tradition of wildlife-inspired
designs, featuring intricately crafted double pickguards and a raven-themed tailpiece accent. It's a visual and sonic statement
piece. Equipped with an L.R. BaggsTM Element VTC +4 system, the Raven is ready for both stage and studio. The discreet
soundhole-mounted volume and tone controls offer easy access without disrupting the guitar's aesthetics, and the additional
4 dB of output provides extra headroom when needed. Each Raven ships in a black Gibson Custom hardshell guitar case adorned
with a matching raven skull graphic and includes a certificate of authenticity and a custom raven-themed strap. Limited to
only 100 guitars, each handcrafted in Bozeman, Montana, and personally signed by Kirk Hammett on the soundhole label, this
Ebony-finished acoustic is destined to become a collector's treasure. Availability is extremely limited-secure yours before
they vanish into the night.
One of the most influential
metal guitarists of all time, Kirk Hammett is the lead guitarist and contributing songwriter in the trailblazing band Metallica.
Kirk grew up in California and formed the group Exodus during the birth of the Bay Area thrash metal movement. In 1983, he
began his now 40-year career as the lead guitarist in Metallica, selling over 125 million albums and winning multiple GRAMMY®
Awards. Kirk's first Gibson was the legendary 1979 Flying V he used on Metallica's groundbreaking early studio albums. These
days, his number one guitar is "Greeny," the 1959 Les Paul Standard formerly owned by Peter Green and Gary Moore.
Both instruments have been painstakingly recreated by Gibson for a range of tribute models.
