Local power-trio La Chinga is among the performers at Keithmas XV, the annual Vancouver Food Bank fundraiser at the Rickshaw on Saturday.
Word-for-word with Dickey Betts of the Allman Brothers: the complete interview, July 10, 1992
I've interviewed hundreds of musicians over the years, but Dickey Betts stands out as one of my fave rock legends to chat with.
The Doors’ 20 best songs, from wicked to freakin’ awesome
Some Doors fans might argue that "Light My Fire" or "Riders on the Storm" deserves the top spot, but "L.A. Woman" just does it for me.
Newt’s top 10 (or 15) things to do in Vancouver this week, December 9 to 13
The Vancouver Canucks take on the defending Stanley Cup Champion Florida Panthers in National Hockey League action on Thursday.
Reliving AC/DC in its prime through photos of the concert I missed
Ron Vermeulen, aka Ron Obvious, took a bunch of photos of the killer gig I tragically missed and gave me permission to post them here.
Dire Straits’ 20 best songs, from wicked to freakin’ awesome
I thought long and hard about making the captivating "Brothers in Arms" #1, but then the sheer joy of "Sultans of Swing" won me over again.
Newt’s top 10 things to do in Vancouver this weekend, December 6 to 8
Screening at the VIFF Centre of Never Look Away, a documentary about the career of fearless combat camerawoman Margaret Moth.
Word-for-word with Alex Van Halen: the complete interview, August 9, 1995
Alex Van Halen was one of the most interesting and enlightening interview subjects I've come across in nearly 40 years of rock writing.
AC/DC plays Vancouver in 2025, but will it be bloody worth it?
If you're one of those rare rock 'n' roll fans who've always wanted to see AC/DC live but never have, there's still hope.
Newt’s top 10 things to do in Vancouver this week, December 2 to 6
22-year-old alt-pop singer-songwriter Billie Eilish plays Rogers Arena on Tuesday, with guests the Marías.
Word-for-word with Dickey Betts of the Allman Brothers: the complete interview, July 18, 1991
I've interviewed Dickey Betts four times. He's one of the most thoughtful and interesting guitarists I've had the pleasure of chatting with.
Stevie Wonder’s 20 best songs, from wicked to freakin’ awesome
Apologies in advance to any Stevie Wonder fans who were hoping to see "I Just Called to Say I Love You" on the list.
Newt’s top 10 Vancouver concerts in December
American pop superstar Taylor Swift performs the last three shows on her record-breaking Eras Tour at BC Place December 6 to 8.