theSoCal Live Music Review

by Johnny SoCal
A podcast bringing you tips for a more enjoyable live music experience, and reviews from concerts and experiences all over Southern California

Episode 45; RIP Bobby Caldwell & Introducing 2 New Segments

This week we lost musical legend Bobby Caldwell. What You Won't Do For Love is only a small drop of his contribution to the musical industry as a whole, but it is part of defining an entire era of music. Mr. Caldwell's music, artistry, and soul will not soon be forgotten. Rest easy Bobby Caldwell. In this episode I also introduce 2 new segments to the podcast I will have moving forward. Tune in to hear the Review of the …

Episode 44; Jon McLaughlin Tours Indiana & Ed Sheeran Subtracts

Today I want to dive into 2 tours and 2 albums. First the 15th anniversary of Jon McLaughlin's Indiana album, and the tour which brought him to Hotel Cafe in Los Angeles. Second Ed Sheeran's Mathematics tour, which will include the upcoming album Subtract. My first Must-See artist to the one I was a little skeptical about but then enjoyed and have slowly been converting others to as well. Let's talk albums and tours in this episode. Enjoy.

Episode 43; REACTION SuperBowl LVII & Rihanna's Halftime Show

Superbowl LVII was Feb 12, 2023 between the Philedalphia Eagles and the Kansas City Chiefs in Glendale Arizona. At halftime the score was 21-14 Eagles, and Rihanna took to the stage to perform a medley of hits. In this episode I want to share my reactions to the game itself, to Rihanna's setlist. While there were no guests apparences Rihanna did not need them to put on a stellar show. Tune in and tweet me your thoughts on the Superbowl …

Episode 42; Predictions for SuperBowl LVII & Rihanna's Halftime Show Setlist

Superbowl LVII is going down Feb 12, 2023 with the Philedalphia Eagles going up against tht Kansas City Chiefs in Scotsdale Arizona, and halfway through the game Rihanna will take to the biggest stage in the world. In this episode I want to share my predictions for the game itself, for Rihanna's setlist, and for potential guest apparences. Superbowl LVII is going to be a great show on top of a great game and I for one am looking forward …

Episode 41; The Coachella Lineup, Workout Playlist, & Portable Speakers

Today we are looking at the Coachella 2023 lineup! Bad Bunny, Black Pink, and Frank Ocean (assuming he shows) are headlining this year, and the rest of the artists performing are pretty steller as well. Check out the lineup if you plan to attend the festival this year, be sure to grab your festival packing list by going to MyFestivalChecklist.com, and also checking out the kits for you to pack. The Recovery-Kit is coming soon for when you return from …

Episode 40; Let's Get 2023 Started!

In this episode we are talking; Getting back into more music after mostly podcast since 2020, the posibility of the Coachella Lineup dropping in the next few weeks and how to prepare for it,and my Spotify Wrapped playlist! All this and more to kick off a new year both in music and on the podcast! Join me as we set the tone for the coming year. You can check out my Spotify Wrapped playlist here, follow me on Spotify, and …

Episode 39; 2022 Wrapped!

2022 has come to a close and it has been a wild ride! As I like to do every year let's take the last episode of the year and dive into the previous 12 months. So much has happened that I want to share with you. This episode is jam packed full of exciting development as well as a special announcement at the end you don't want to miss.... Tune in to this episode as we dive back into 2022 …

Episode 38; Road To Stagecoach 2023 - The Lineup!

Stagecoach 2023 tickets went on sale to the public, and the artist lineup has been announced! Officially! In this episode I want to walk through the line up, share how I have handled tickets and lodging in the past, and give what I believe is the best method for both moving forward. Now is the time to begin getting ready so tune in for this first episode of the Road To Stagecoach series! Get ready to party with 70k of …

Episode 37; My First Metal Show Ever - Avatar!

I went to my first real metal show to see the band Avatar perform, and I had a blast! The musical abilities of the band, the lead singers vocal performance, the theatrics, the crowds, and the whole vibe were on another level. In this episode I want to give you a walkthrough of my experience going to the show and some key take-aways I have from attending my first ever metal show.

Episode 36; REACTION: Dylan Scott Livin My Best Life

Dylan Scott is one of the most slept on artists in country music today. I had the pleasure of seeing him back in 2017 at the Troubadour, but I've missed his shows numerous times right here in my backyard of southern California. When he annouced his own tour "Livin My Best Life" and I saw it would be at the Anaheim House of Blues I knew I had to be there. Join me in this episode for a recap of …