<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[My Site]]></title><description><![CDATA[My Site]]></description><link>https://www.oc-weekly.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 16:22:05 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.oc-weekly.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Modest Mouse Return to the Maze: New Album.]]></title><description><![CDATA[After years of touring, anniversary reissues, side projects, and cryptic hints from Isaac Brock, Modest Mouse are finally back with a new studio album: An Eraser and a Maze. Scheduled for release on June 5, the record marks the band’s first full-length album in five years and their first independent release in nearly three decades. For longtime fans, that distinction matters. Since signing with Epic Records in the late ’90s, Modest Mouse evolved from cult indie outsiders into one of...]]></description><link>https://www.oc-weekly.com/post/modest-mouse-return-to-the-maze-new-album</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a201d3d800e2e1c2bb4905d</guid><category><![CDATA[News]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 12:30:39 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3327db_b927e7caa7d746da888fd81a2047d3ee~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_316,h_316,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Adrian Perez</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Newport Beach Jazz Festival 30th Anniversary]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 2026 Newport Beach Jazz Festival is shaping up to be one of Southern California’s biggest celebrations of smooth jazz, soul, and contemporary R&#38;B. Marking its 30th anniversary, the beloved coastal music tradition returns May 29–31 at the Hyatt Regency Newport Beach, where thousands of music fans will gather for a weekend of legendary performances, waterfront views, and laid-back luxury. Since launching in 1996, the festival has grown into one of Orange County’s longest-running jazz...]]></description><link>https://www.oc-weekly.com/post/newport-beach-jazz-festival-30th-anniversary</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a19387d345540299751599d</guid><category><![CDATA[Concerts & Events]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2026 06:57:04 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3327db_c271200afb0a4342a0354a0278f33a1f~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_720,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Adrian Perez</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Long Beach Amphitheater ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Long Beach is preparing to turn up the volume this summer with the official debut of the new Long Beach Amphitheater on Saturday, June 6, a long-anticipated project that promises to reshape the city’s live entertainment scene. Rising along the waterfront near the Queen Mary, the open-air venue represents one of the most significant additions to Long Beach’s cultural landscape in years. Designed with sweeping views of the harbor and skyline, the amphitheater brings a fresh energy to a part of...]]></description><link>https://www.oc-weekly.com/post/long-beach-amphitheater</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a169a98b22ef328630f35e0</guid><category><![CDATA[Feature Articles]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 07:29:38 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3327db_029ca3ce2f3f446eb32de90f9cdea32a~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_796,h_448,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Adrian Perez</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[ECCA VANDAL: Album Release Today!]]></title><description><![CDATA[After months of teasing new music, Ecca Vandal officially released her new album Looking For People To Unfollowtoday, delivering one of the most unpredictable and energetic alternative records of the year so far. Known for blending punk, hip-hop, hardcore, and electronic influences into her own chaotic style, Vandal leans fully into that mix across the 17-track project, creating an album that feels raw, loud, and personal all at once. The release follows a strong run of singles including...]]></description><link>https://www.oc-weekly.com/post/ecca-vandal-album-release-today</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a1004eb0ac12a65423a081f</guid><category><![CDATA[Feature Articles]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 07:27:30 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3327db_e566794698e449d89417b83af79147a1~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Adrian Perez</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[MGK: "LOST AMERICANA TOUR" FEAT WIZ KHALIFA]]></title><description><![CDATA[MGK brought his “Lost Americana” Tour to North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre in Chula Vista this weekend, delivering a high-energy performance that blended pop-punk intensity with emotional moments that kept the crowd engaged from start to finish. The evening opened with performances from Beauty School Dropout and Wiz Khalifa, whose set added a laid-back contrast before MGK took the stage. Once the headlining performance began, the atmosphere inside the amphitheater shifted immediately....]]></description><link>https://www.oc-weekly.com/post/mgk-lost-americana-tour-feat-wiz-khalifa</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a0bfad18ba6aec9a811d3a3</guid><category><![CDATA[Concerts & Events]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3327db_8c64a9d97f3d4876b05657d5489a4fd2~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Adrian Perez</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[EDC LAS VEGAS 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[Photo by Jake West - Insomniac Thirty years after its underground beginnings, EDC Las Vegas is returning bigger than ever in 2026. The massive dance music festival will once again take over the Las Vegas Motor Speedway from May 15–17, bringing hundreds of thousands of fans together for a weekend that has become a yearly tradition for the electronic music world. This year feels different though. It’s not just another EDC weekend — it’s the festival’s 30th anniversary. What started in the...]]></description><link>https://www.oc-weekly.com/post/edc-las-vegas-2026</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a0576a9be81b6c3a5aa3806</guid><category><![CDATA[Concerts & Events]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 07:18:05 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3327db_a56587e280664702b3fe448262866f9b~mv2.webp/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Adrian Perez</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Thomas Bangalter : Mirage ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nearly five years after the breakup of Daft Punk, Thomas Bangalter is stepping further into his post-club era with the announcement of a new solo album, Mirage – Ballet for 16 Dancers. The project marks another dramatic turn for the producer once known for robotic helmets, neon pyramids, and stadium-sized electronic anthems. This time, Bangalter is trading dance floors for theaters and contemporary art spaces. Announced in April 2026, Mirage is scheduled for release on June 5 through Erato...]]></description><link>https://www.oc-weekly.com/post/thomas-bangalter-mirage</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a05758b68a3e7adcb1728f2</guid><category><![CDATA[Feature Articles]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3327db_7671d1e7838448caa4e1637d5b958fb0~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_720,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Adrian Perez</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gator by The Bay 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[For four days in May, the waterfront at Spanish Landing Park traded surfboards and sandals for accordions, crawfish boils, and nonstop dancing as Gator by the Bay returned to San Diego bigger and louder than ever. The 2026 edition of the beloved Louisiana-themed festival once again transformed the bayfront into a full-scale Mardi Gras celebration, blending zydeco, blues, Cajun culture, and Southern cooking into one of the city’s most unique annual traditions. Held over Mother’s Day weekend...]]></description><link>https://www.oc-weekly.com/post/gator-by-the-bay-2026</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a02ea6d618ba45174fc185a</guid><category><![CDATA[Concerts & Events]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 08:57:44 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3327db_6ce59c4d52894feaa39ba66bfde314de~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Adrian Perez</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Antone's. Austin, Texas.]]></title><description><![CDATA[In the long, ever-evolving story of Austin’s live music scene, few venues carry the weight and soul of Antone's Nightclub. Known widely as the “Home of the Blues” in Austin, Antone’s has stood as both a proving ground and a sanctuary for generations of musicians since its founding in 1975. The club was the vision of Clifford Antone, a passionate music lover who believed deeply in preserving and celebrating traditional blues at a time when the genre was fading from mainstream attention. With...]]></description><link>https://www.oc-weekly.com/post/antone-s-austin-texas</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69fb30dff97c520375649dc9</guid><category><![CDATA[Feature Articles]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3327db_25ebca1c9d314853bc891db15b4ecd29~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_800,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Adrian Perez</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Burning Man 2026 Tickets on sale!]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thousands of dreamers, artists, builders, and adventurers are preparing for one of the world’s most unforgettable events as Burning Man 2026 officially opens ticket sales today, April 29. Set in the vast Black Rock Desert of Nevada, Burning Man is far more than a festival—it is a temporary city built on creativity, radical self-expression, and community. This year’s theme, “Axis Mundi,” promises to inspire participants to create art installations, theme camps, mutant vehicles, and immersive...]]></description><link>https://www.oc-weekly.com/post/burning-man-2026-tickets-on-sale</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69f0925ce1a06255b5039f7c</guid><category><![CDATA[Concerts & Events]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 10:59:57 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3327db_b83cafd182da4d84bfdf353d35155b55~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Adrian Perez</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Slipknot and Gucci: Heavy Metal Meets High Fashion.]]></title><description><![CDATA[In one of the most unexpected collaborations of 2026, Italian luxury fashion house Gucci has turned to heavy metal legends Slipknot to help shape the mood and energy of its upcoming fall fashion campaign—proving once again that fashion and music are more connected than ever. While this is not a traditional clothing capsule collaboration with branded merchandise, Slipknot has become the sonic centerpiece of Gucci’s new “Generation Gucci” pre-fall and fall campaign, creating one of the year’s...]]></description><link>https://www.oc-weekly.com/post/slipknot-and-gucci-heavy-metal-meets-high-fashion</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69f1ae047cb0726b2dac8518</guid><category><![CDATA[Feature Articles]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KH3rpTRwCq0" length="0" type="video"/><dc:creator>Adrian Perez</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dana Point Redo Market!]]></title><description><![CDATA[REDO MARKET – DANA POINT✨ Shop • Sip • Discover • Repeat ✨ Join us at the Redo Market in beautiful Dana Point for a one-of-a-kind shopping experience featuring local vendors, handmade goods, vintage finds, fashion, art, home décor, jewelry, and so much more!  Support Small BusinessesFind unique treasures and meet amazing local makers and creators. ☕ Food &#38; Drinks AvailableEnjoy delicious bites, coffee, and refreshing drinks while you shop.  Live Music &#38; Great VibesBring your friends and...]]></description><link>https://www.oc-weekly.com/post/dana-point-redo-market</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69f1cc0a24f9d3e5cd729547</guid><category><![CDATA[Concerts & Events]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3327db_688a43e8188a4a358b752f49d6d360a1~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Adrian Perez</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Waldorf Astoria In Dana Point. Transition.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Perched high above the Pacific Ocean in the luxurious coastal community of Monarch Beach in Dana Point, the Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort &#38; Club has long stood as one of Southern California’s most prestigious oceanfront resorts. Known for its breathtaking views, championship golf course, private beach club, and five-star service, the property has become a symbol of luxury hospitality in Orange County. But behind the elegant name and world-class reputation lies a story of...]]></description><link>https://www.oc-weekly.com/post/waldorf-astoria-in-dana-point-transition</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69f19dee24f9d3e5cd7232b8</guid><category><![CDATA[Feature Articles]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 06:02:48 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3327db_2fe63351d81a46e3a10f4b072186aea7~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Adrian Perez</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sick New World 2026: Las Vegas]]></title><description><![CDATA[Las Vegas is turning louder, darker, and heavier as Sick New World 2026 prepares to take over the city on April 25 at the Las Vegas Festival Grounds. After the cancellation of the 2025 edition, the highly anticipated festival returns bigger than ever, bringing together some of the biggest names in nu-metal, hard rock, industrial, and alternative music for one explosive day. Headlined by System of a Down and Korn, this year’s lineup also features powerhouse performances from Bring Me the...]]></description><link>https://www.oc-weekly.com/post/sick-new-world-2026-las-vegas</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69f3005124f9d3e5cd7522b0</guid><category><![CDATA[Concerts & Events]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3327db_0a3064cb6ac04e3aa9f8fba046cc505b~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Adrian Perez</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Barbara International Film Festival 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 41st annual Santa Barbara International Film Festival brought eleven unforgettable days of cinema, celebrity tributes, red carpet glamour, and global storytelling to the California coast from February 4–14, 2026. As one of the most important stops on the awards-season circuit, this year’s festival proved once again why Santa Barbara remains one of the premier destinations for filmmakers and film lovers alike. The 2026 edition welcomed more than 80,000 attendees and showcased over 200...]]></description><link>https://www.oc-weekly.com/post/santa-barbara-international-film-festival-2026</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69f3023d6b2d57c43aadac72</guid><category><![CDATA[Feature Articles]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3327db_51e5d32e11744a148f1fc9cb88daa9f1~mv2.webp/v1/fit/w_1000,h_563,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Adrian Perez</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Wiltern, Los Angeles.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Standing at the corner of Wilshire Boulevard and Western Avenue, The Wiltern has spent nearly a century as one of Los Angeles’ most recognizable music landmarks. Wrapped in its glowing blue-green Art Deco exterior and towering neon sign, the venue has become more than just another theater in LA — it is part of the city’s musical identity. Originally opened in 1931 as the Warner Brothers Western Theatre, the venue was designed by architect Stiles O. Clements alongside the adjoining Pellissier...]]></description><link>https://www.oc-weekly.com/post/the-wiltern-los-angeles</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a0d5a0b8e0cce8d79c7abf8</guid><category><![CDATA[Feature Articles]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3327db_751af7cd48ea491b92e267676153957a~mv2.webp/v1/fit/w_1000,h_640,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Adrian Perez</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sundance Film Festival 2026: What to Expect...]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 2026 Sundance Film Festival, set to take place from January 22 through February 1 in Park City and Salt Lake City, Utah, is shaping up to be one of the most highly anticipated editions in the festival’s history. As the final Sundance to be held in Utah before its planned move to Boulder, Colorado in 2027, this year’s event carries both cultural significance and a celebratory atmosphere for independent cinema. Each year, Sundance serves as a launchpad for breakthrough films, rising...]]></description><link>https://www.oc-weekly.com/post/sundance-film-festival-2026-what-to-expect</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69f304b57cb0726b2daf5cae</guid><category><![CDATA[Concerts & Events]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3327db_17d502e3ed5247d8b66626606b4005b1~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_888,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Adrian Perez</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[TDE Christmas in Inglewood, CA 2025]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Top Dawg Entertainment (TDE) Christmas Concert and Toy Drive 2025 once again transformed Inglewood and nearby Los Angeles communities into the center of holiday music culture, bringing together some of hip-hop and R&#38;B’s biggest names for a day of performances, giving, and celebration. Held in mid-December 2025 at Nickerson Gardens in Watts, just outside Inglewood, the annual event continued its tradition of blending high-energy live performances with community outreach, reinforcing TDE’s...]]></description><link>https://www.oc-weekly.com/post/tde-christmas-in-inglewood-ca-2025</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69f313c7d3f2ae6dd91913b4</guid><category><![CDATA[Concerts & Events]]></category><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2025 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3327db_7e864d7a4701463c9b21a899c1e61caa~mv2.webp/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Adrian Perez</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bostonia Ballroom, San Diego]]></title><description><![CDATA[Long before modern concert halls and polished arenas defined San Diego’s live music scene, there was one place where cowboy boots hit the dance floor and country legends made their mark—the Bostonia Ballroom. Located in East County near El Cajon, the Bostonia Ballroom was once one of Southern California’s most beloved country music venues, earning a reputation as the “Grand Ole Opry of the Southwest.” From the 1940s through the 1960s, it stood as a landmark for western swing, honky-tonk, and...]]></description><link>https://www.oc-weekly.com/post/bostonia-ballroom-san-diego</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69f5bb9b90b4365cb8625609</guid><category><![CDATA[Feature Articles]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2025 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3327db_fe9c782daa51422ba320f81b1c1b142b~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Adrian Perez</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[San Diego Bay Wine &#38; Food Festival Returns Nov. 6–8, 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[The San Diego Bay Wine &#38; Food Festival is set to return Nov. 6–8, 2026, bringing three days of tastings, chef-driven events, and coastal culinary showcases to one of Southern California’s most established food and wine celebrations. Now in its latest edition, the festival continues to draw national attention for its blend of high-end cuisine, local San Diego flavors, and waterfront atmosphere anchored in the heart of downtown and the bayfront. The festival traditionally unfolds across...]]></description><link>https://www.oc-weekly.com/post/san-diego-bay-wine-food-festival-returns-nov-6-8-2026</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69f31e0c4460468290397a80</guid><category><![CDATA[Concerts & Events]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 03 Nov 2025 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3327db_0053088580ea4fb089f5ff5b114edec6~mv2.avif/v1/fit/w_1000,h_900,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Adrian Perez</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>