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Saturday, December 24, 2016

Photo: FLLewis / Media City G -- A couple of saxmen played holiday favorites at the Pavilions on West Alameda Ave. in Burbank December 20, 2016

By Fronnie Lewis Saturday, December 24, 2016

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Photo Gallery: Sounds of the season

A couple of talented saxmen greeted shoppers at the Pavilions supermarket, 1110 West Alameda Avenue in Burbank, with their rendition of some classic holiday songs, last Tuesday. Prompting some to drop a little extra in a nearby Salvation Army red kettle. The music drifted out into the parking lot and lingered. Sounds of the season.

Wednesday, September 14, 2016

By Fronnie Lewis Wednesday, September 14, 2016

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Rock-a-Hula at Verdugo pool in Burbank tomorrow

The forecast is for sunny skies and warmer temperatures in Burbank today and tomorrow. That’s going to make the folks headed over to the Rock-a-Hula very happy. Yup, there will be some serious rocking and partying at the Verdugo Aquatic Facility 3201 West Verdugo Avenue on Thursday, September 15 . The event is designed for active seniors, 55 or older. […]

Sunday, May 15, 2016

By Fronnie Lewis Sunday, May 15, 2016

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Beyonce’s sold out concert at the Rose Bowl last night

Thousands turned out for Beyonce’s #WorldFormationTour at the Rose Bowl last night. In the sold-out crowd, celebrities Hilary Duff, Holly Robinson Peete, Ashton Kutcher, Mila Kunis, Ashley Tisdale, Kerry Washington, Octavia Spencer, along with mega-producer Shonda Rhimes and retired NBA star Kobe Bryant. I was not lucky enough to get a ticket. Pasadena Now reports that at one point tickets soared to $1,500 […]

Monday, March 21, 2016

By Fronnie Lewis Monday, March 21, 2016

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In the News: March 21, 2016

Disney’s animation “Zootopia” beat back the competition to stay number one at the box office for the third straight week. Over the weekend, “Zootopia” pulled in an estimated $38 million at the domestic box office — kicking its total to over $200 million. Worldwide, “Zootopia” is more than half way to the $1 billion dollar mark. ABC News, Box Office […]

Tuesday, February 16, 2016

By Fronnie Lewis Tuesday, February 16, 2016

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Music of the civil rights movement topic at Burbank event

Music that inspired the civil rights movement will be the topic of an event in Burbank tonight. Bob Santelli, executive director of the Grammy Museum, will lead the discussion. Santelli is a well-known blues and rock historian. He will “talk about the music that was the key element in the success of the civil rights movement, used to rally the […]

Sunday, July 26, 2015

By Fronnie Lewis Sunday, July 26, 2015

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“Summer Music Soiree” event in Burbank

A group of talented young musicians are putting on a special event for the community tomorrow night. “Summer Music Soiree” features classical music performed by Burroughs High School sophomore, Maya Paredes and freshman, Ella Jennings, Jordan Middle schooler, Eyen Paredes, and a few of their friends. The concert is free, but organizers are hoping to raise funds to benefit music education […]

Friday, June 12, 2015

By Fronnie Lewis Friday, June 12, 2015

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Social media saves Dodger employee’s job

Another demonstration of the power of social media. Long time Dodger Stadium organist, Nancy Bea Hefley, was apparently being phased out and replaced with “pre-recorded pop and hip hop music” at the ballpark. Hefley has been playing for the Dodgers for more than 20 years. However, lately the Dodger front office had been giving her hints she was no longer […]

Saturday, March 7, 2015

Photo: FLLewis / Media City G -- Jesse's Pride performed at Simply Coffee 940 North Lima Street Burbank March 7, 2015

By Fronnie Lewis Saturday, March 7, 2015

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Saturday morning special: Live music in Magnolia Park

Every Saturday, Simply Coffee in Magnolia Park will be featuring live music. Today, the duo “Jesse’s Pride” entertained guests on the coffee shop’s patio with acoustic Latin, folk, blues, and jazz. Simply Coffee began offering live music for the first time last Saturday. They plan to continue providing this musical treat for patrons every Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. […]

Tuesday, December 23, 2014

By Fronnie Lewis Tuesday, December 23, 2014

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Remembering Joe Cocker: May 20, 1944 – December 22, 2014

Joe Cocker had some strange moves when he sang on stage, but that was okay. It’s his gritty voice and passionate singing that will be remembered most. The pop and blues singer passed away yesterday reportedly after a battle with lung cancer. He was 70. Cocker shot to fame during the legendary Woodstock Festival in 1969. During his performance at […]