Pink Glitter Rock'n Roll

don't want to be an american idiot.

2006-05-24T15:51:00.000-07:00

I've been having one hell of a time updating this thing. The real deal is this year has been CRAZY for me. January is the last time I updated this thing, JANUARY! What. OMG it seriously feels like not that long ago, but in fact its been 5-months.
To recap.

February: The Grammy's + tons of stress (my calendar = a bunch of massage and acupuncture appointments)
March: Ann Arbor Michigan to hang with The Films in studio. SXSW (enough said).
April: Easter in San Jose with the fam. Warner Music Group conference in Palm Springs. Coachella.
May: Bamboozle. KROQ Weenie Roast. BMI POP awards. ASCAP POP awards

hoooogh! I'm exhausted already, I thought I was going to write a lot more, but it'll have to wait.

Daryl Palumbo

2006-01-28T12:56:00.000-08:00

Daryl Palumbo, Daryl Palumbo, LA LA LA… Just as my good friend Hooks would say… Daryl Palumbo, Daryl Palumbo, LA LA LA.

HOT has a new definition and his name is Daryl Palumbo. WOHA did Head Automatica rule last night. It was one of the freaking best shows I’ve been to in a long time.

First off I meet up with my Girlies (Jean, Michele and Lena) at El Compadrea for Margaritas. Then we made our way to the ROXY for one of the best shows to come to town in a long time… HEAD AUTOMATICA.

Morningwood opened and I have to give it to the singer, regardless of some of the slack she gets for not being rock’n roll enough she’s fucking entertaining. I mean anyone who can get a fan to come on stage and take off her clothes (and show boobie no less) during a song titled “Take Off Your Clothes” pretty much rules.

Then… as if the night could not get any better HEAD AUTOMATICA came on. I haven’t had so much fun in a long time. The last time I had so much fun, must have been when The Killers played the Troubadour… No maybe it when Tegan and Sara played Coachella and I had a few too many cocktails in the limo on the way there… In any event. LAST NIGHT RULED. I was with my girls and we all rocked out.

H.A. has to be one of the most good looking bands I’ve seen in a long time. When Daryl walked out on stage I’m just gonna tell you now, I let out the shriek of a 14 year old girl. When that boy walks on stage, it’s like he transforms personalities into superstar
extraordinaire.

The night just kept getting better… After the show I had the good fortune of meeting HOT (AKA Daryl Palumbo). LAST NIGHT RULED.

http://www.myspace.com/headautomatica

It’s back on bitches.

2006-01-26T23:38:00.000-08:00

I did my first post in a long time a few days ago and now I’m just making my self post anything at all. It’s been a crazy busy week.

MONDAY. I had Mike from THE FILMS in town so after I (finally) got my hair done (it was seriously out of control. I drove up to Katana to meet up with him and his AWESOME manager Kevin and a few peeps from the label. After dinner I took Mike to meet up with some of my friends at The Bar. It was fun.

TUESDAY. I rolled into work sleepy and a bit hung-over from the night before (but I had to be there for an early morning meeting). Disturbed played the HOB so I met up with my boss and some other friends for dinner… at where else… Katana again (I swear I didn’t plan this… although I really can’t complain their sushi is yummy!). Anyway, after Disturbed the night just kept getting better. I had Mike meet me at the Roxy and we saw PRINCE fucking PRINCE play. It was AWESOME.

WEDNESDAY. Man is was hard to get up, but I made it to work and on time like a champ (I had another early morning meeting). Tonight we had dinner with THE OUTLINE at CHANDAR and guess who the walked in… TRENT… fucking TRENT REZNOR. It was so freaking SUPERFANTASIC. My week just keeps getting better.

THURSDAY. This morning I work up and I said “I’M SLEEPING IN” and it felt soooooo good. I had a ton of work to catch up on. I had dinner with JOE PURDY and his super-duper manager Brian. All and all today felt productive. Now only if I could get my self off this thing to bed.

FRIDAY. Work and HEAD AUTOMATICA at the ROXY (what what).

Anyways, I know this post is all messy, but I just wanna get back in the swing of giving PINK GLITTER ROCK AND ROLL all the love it needs.

A New Year, A New YOU.

2006-01-24T18:17:00.000-08:00

It’s been forever since I’ve logged into this thing and SO FREAKING MUCH HAS HAPPENED since the end last year. First off, I finally left ACIVISON in hopes to go full time in A&R and somewhere between CMJ and hoping on tour busses I landed a full time gig at Warner Chappell (where I’ve been scouting for the last year). I had some relationship highs and lows. Hit up a ton of shows, saw the fam and rocked out with my friends.

Missing in Action.

2005-10-02T14:49:00.000-07:00

OK so I admit I've been a TOTAL slacker when it comes to updating this thing... And why? It's not like I'm working two jobs and running around on zero sleep anymore. Hmmmmm????

Anyways, since CMJ I guess I've just been taking advantage of the time off to rest and recoup... Recoup for this week! (it's a big week- see below)

Last night I went to Nine Inch Nails at the Hollywood Bowl, which was FANTASTIC! I went with Hooker and we had the most awesome box seats. Queens of The Stone Ages and Autolux opened. Queens was great, but I have to say I'm not a total fan of Autolux. I've seen them a few time and never really been too into them, but last night sounded like a train wreck. On a brighter note for Autolux I will say, that I am a fan of the drummer- she is super cute and hits hard!

After the show we snuck into the after-party for a few, thanks to Dave. Then after hours of persuasion trying to get Hooks to come with me and see Benji Spin at another afterparty... Sadly, I lost :( and had to drop her off at home, then made my way back to Bwood and called it a night.

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NIN and the start of a fabulous week. ..

Tonight 10/2 my babies, The Outline are back in town and playing the Knitting Factory (with The Revolution Smile and Walking Ashland).

Wednesday 10/5 Sigur Ros is at the Hollywood Bowl

Thursday 10/6 my other favorite boys, The Killers are playing Long Beach... Ohhh, I can't wait to have everyone back in town!

Friday 10/7 The Killers play Vegas (still debating if I will be able to last in Vegas for 3 nights)

Saturday 10/8 VEGAS BABY! Motley Crew at the Hard Rock

Sunday 10/9 Hoobastank is playing the Maloof bros birthday party at where else... THE PALMS. How awesome is that. I can't wait! DRINKING WILL BE DRUNK!

Monday 10/10 Jay Leno with guess who... Give up... I'll tell you... The Killers!

Wooooo... What a week.

Also, I will be updating pictures from parties at CMJ and other recent shows
So check it

PICTURES

GOOD SHOW ALERT

2005-09-27T01:53:00.000-07:00

UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF GIANTS

Tomorrow (or tonight, I guess)

Tuesday 9/27 10:30pm

at The Key Club in Hollywood.

It’s gonna be awesome.

just a second

2005-09-27T01:50:00.000-07:00

I haven’t up dated in quite a little while… but there was just too much movement in my life with New York and CMJ to sit still at a computer and write.

Anyways, CMJ was awesome. I had so much fun in New York. There is a ton to write, but I’m about to go to bed so I will just say I saw some amazing shows which included: The Outline, The Films, Nightmare of you, The Honorary Title (and Jarrod’s acoustic Hotel café show), Clap Your Hands and Say Yea (which I still can’t believe I got into at the last minute) Joe Purdy and many more… I’ll try to write more tomorrow. Xo.

THIS WEEK AROUND TOWN.

2005-09-10T18:59:00.000-07:00

This week has been kinda nuts and kinda mellow… not a lot of shows, but a lot of going out.

Monday was Labor Day and BBQing was in full effect.

Tuesday included a fabulous night of dinner and drinks with a band at Katsu-ya (thanks to Warner Chappell). If you’ve never been to Katsu-ya I HIGHLY RECOMMEND IT. 11680 Ventura Blvd. Studio City, CA (818) 985-6976

Wednesday was the 111 Records show at the Troubadour (two WC bands played, Spill Canvas and Mashlin).

Thursday Dredge played Kimmle and as always the min-crew took full advantage of the open bar and free ordure’s.

DAN

and Zack came too and we ended up at the Roosevelt Pool side with them and Dredge.

(Friday) Last night I had to take off (Chrissy stoped by for a second to say goodbye... I'm gonna miss her) I was completely fried and CMJ is literally around the corning (I leave on Monday).

(Saturday) Tonight is Jean’s Photo show at Swinghouse and you should really think of coming by. Free Red Stripe, awesome friends and cool ass photos taken by Jeanie.

Also, tonight… Minipop at Spaceland

Woha… how am I ever going to get a good night of rest before New York?

PICTURES

2005-09-09T19:36:00.000-07:00

The VAGENIUS in Vegas pictures are up. Go to Pretty Pink Pictures to check them out:

PICTURES

CMJ SHOWS YOU JUST CAN'T MISS.

2005-09-09T16:44:00.000-07:00

You know what next week is... It's CMJ!!! There are a ton of great shows and parties, but here are the ones you just can't miss.

Wednesday 9/14
The Outline
(ASCAP Showcase)
10pm Sin-e
http://www.myspace.com/theoutline
http://www.theoutline.net/

Thursday 9/15
The Films
1pm The Tiger Lounge @ Scenic
http://www.myspace.com/thefilms

Thursday 9/15
Nightmare of You
9pm CBGB's
http://www.myspace.com/nightmareofyou

Friday 9/16
Joe Purdy
(Hotel Café show)
1am The Living room
http://www.joepurdy.com/

Saturday 9/17
The Films
7:30 Filter party @ Hiro Ballroom/Maritime Hotel
http://www.myspace.com/thefilms

YEA, I'M KIND OF A BIG DEAL.

2005-09-07T23:30:00.000-07:00

... That's my friend JIlly's myspace quote and I think its fucking hysterical.

Anyways, VEGAS was so much fun.
Cramming in the van was the best part.
We listened to some good music (Ry's new album Chavez Ravine, which Juliette, Joachim and Jared all play on and it’s FREAKING awesome).
We had some good laughs mostly at Lil Rob's expense.
The hotel was shitty, but we already knew it would be (it shares a roof with the Vegas Gray Hound). The Vagenius show went well and it was EVEN MORE FUN cause my friends Ronnie and Robert were back in Vegas-town so they could come out and play with us.

...I'm leaving a ton out, but I'll post some pictures tomorrow and that should say a thousand words.

VEGAS BABY VEGAS.

2005-09-03T10:37:00.000-07:00

I haven’t updated in a while. I forgot to talk about the Filter party at the MOCA during the BASQUIAT exhibit (which was so Fabulous), the new club on Vine St. (which is VERY New York) and Sunset Junction (which was hot as hell, but super, super fun).

I’m packing up right now and about to head out to sin city with the VAGENIUS kids.
It’s going to be FANTASTIC. So, if you don’t have anything planed or if your already out there, get your butt to Beauty Bar Vegas Tonight, see VAGENIUS at midnight and have some drinks with us.

It’s gonna be so much fun! I can hardly stand it!! Were staying at the Plaza (cause it’s cheep), spending time at Beauty Bar and hitting those black jack tables.

Come out and play with us. XO!

Just call me grandma.

2005-08-26T11:34:00.000-07:00

I really love grandparents, on my way to the Roxy last night I passed the cutest old lady crossing the street in Brentwood. She had her two little poodles with her and was so happy when I stopped to let her cross. It was really sweet. Honestly I hope I’m like her when I’m in my 70’s, happy, old and walking my poodles.

When I was little my grandma basically raised me, she tough me to sew, clip coupons, watch Price is Right and told me stories about living in Poland during the war. I was always fascinated by her wisdom, generosity, spunk and tranquility (such a fabulous combination).

I love grandparent because they don’t take things so seriously. They’ve been through it all and they know that in the end its all gonna be Okay. They skip out on the stress that the rest of us thrive on. They remember to enjoy all the little things. They give you a dollar to see you smile, even if they’ve only got 2 for the week. I don’t really want kids (at least not now) but I would like to be a grandma. So do me a favor and just call me Grandma, cause that’s who I want to be.

Let's dance.

2005-08-24T12:44:00.000-07:00

I still can’t stop playing Gwen’s album Love Angel Music Baby. Track of the moment “Serious”. If you’ve retired this album seriously consider pulling it out again.

This Week in Los Angeles.

2005-08-22T10:54:00.000-07:00

I don’t have a whole lot down for the week (which is actually nice- I’ve been needing a bit of a break). This is what I’ve got so far.

8/24 The Hanks @ Troubadour
(Not crazy about the tunes, but I met them this year at SXSW and they were so nice)

8/25 Goldspot @ Troubadour

8/27 and 8/28 Sunset Junction
The line up both days is fantastic! Check it out:
http://www.sunsetjunction.org/schedule1.htm
Note to self

Vagenius

Plays Saturday 1:30 at the Bates stage and you most definitely don’t want to miss them.

8/28 VMA’s

My Right Hand Man.

2005-08-22T10:06:00.000-07:00

The BlackBook List- Los Angeles. This is the best thing to happen to me (well maybe not the best, but it makes life a hell of a lot easier for the indecisive like me). I found this pocket sized book over at my friend HOOKER’s house a few months ago (thank's Hook's) and feel in love with it. Forget the Zigrat guide (there’s just way too much going on in there). The BlackBook has some of the Best picks for Restaurants, bars and hotels in Los Angeles. There’s enough to give you plenty of options, but not too many to make it overwhelming. I highly recommend checking it out- $10 well spent.

There is also one for San Francisco and New York.

http://www.blackbookmag.com/site/bb_list/bb_list.php

Don’t park your car where it’s not supposed to be.

2005-08-19T10:19:00.000-07:00

ARRRRRRRRRGGGGGGGGGGHHHHHHHHH fuck, fuck, fuck!!!
Last night I was happily doing my job and heading to Anaheim to see a show at Chain Reaction. When I made the mistake of parking in the wrong lot.

Before the show I stopped by my friend Jill’s house to catch up and have a drink. By the time I finally left, I was already running a bit late for the show. To top it off I went the wrong way on the freeway… I took the 91East which added an extra 20mins to my belated appearance... Once I got there, I found an empty lot across the Street from the venue... No one was around (except for one other car in the lot), it was totally dead everywhere! I figured I'd only be like an hour max, so I left my car and ran to the show. When I came back there was no car… MY LITTLE BABY WAS GONE! I had to jump through at least 10 different hoops and eventually call the cops to find out where it was…PEPE’S TOWING IN FUCKING SANTA ANNA. Where the fuck is Santa Anna!?!

Anyways, an unnecessary hour+ and $235 (!!!) later I was finally on my way home. They rape you at those places… Seriously people, this is like the one of the shadiest jobs on the planet, that truck was just hiding, waiting for me to leave my car, walk away and TOW IT!!! I hate that shit, I would have so much rather spent that money doing something nice for someone. Moral of the story, don’t park your car where it’s not supposed to be, towing guys are shady and don’t wait to get to the impound yard to spend money doing something nice for someone.

Yummy Restaurant alert.

2005-08-18T14:09:00.000-07:00

Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ.
163. N La Cienega Blvd
Beverly Hills, CA 90211
Cross street: Drexel Ave

Cook food at your table and drink Kirin on tap.
What else needs to be said.

http://www.gyu-kaku.com/

DEALER found.

2005-08-17T13:03:00.000-07:00

My very well dressed and FABULOUS friend at work, Annie just turned me on to her dealer… For more info see here:
http://www.activeendeavors.com/

Be wear! In the 1st 15min of visiting I managed to lose a high wad of cash. (The evidence of my purchase is posted below).

Also be advised, more hook-ups availiable here:
http://www.reesycakes.com/deals/codes.aspx

Bella Lea.

2005-08-16T11:34:00.000-07:00

So last night I was feeling pretty beat. But a really good friend left a ticket for me at the Troubadour to see Bella Lea (who I LOVE). They use to be ½ of Denali who were also quite fantastic. Anyways, it was one of those nights where I literally had to pick up a move myself out the door (one foot after the other) needless to say the show was awesome and well worth getting my lazy butt of the couch. If you have a second check out their Myspace page
http://www.myspace.com/bellalea

The track “Save it” is, Oooh so good!

This Week in Los Angeles

2005-08-15T16:44:00.000-07:00

8/15 Bella Lea @ The Troubadour
8/17 The Gun Shys @ Moscow
8/17 Luce @ Viper Room
8/17 1950’s Casino Night @ The Henry Fonda Theater
8/18 Terra Naomi @ Hotel Café
8/18 Melee @ Chain Reaction
8/18 Rufus Wainwright (with Ben Fold and Ben Lee) @ The Wiltern
8/19 Cat’n Fiddle

THE OUTLINE IS IN THE STUDIO!!!

2005-08-12T10:39:00.000-07:00

I'm the worst photographer (it's obvious with these pictures) but The Outline has been in the studio and here are the pics from last night. Fun Times!

I LOVE LOVE LOVE The Honorary Title

2005-08-12T10:24:00.000-07:00

One of my favorite pictures EVER.

2005-08-08T19:52:00.000-07:00

This is a picture of my friend PhatJ. He’s a DJ (you can tell by his facial expression). Once upon a time we worked together at KJEE in Santa Barbara and that is where this picture came from. He tells the story much better than I do (it’s actually much longer funnier than my version), but it was thanksgiving and our GM Eddie hired someone to wear a turkey costume and give away free turkeys. He made Phatty take this picture. Thank God. It’s my favorite. I love it, it sums up Joel in one picture. If you know him you understand.

SHOWS

2005-08-07T02:12:00.000-07:00

This week in Los Angeles is looking a bit like this:

8/7 Dale Gloria's Birthday @ Viper Room
8/8 Sara Barellies @ Troubadour
8/9 King Elementry @ Viper Room 8:30
8/9 Goldspot @ Cinespace
8/10 VAGENIUS + Rob's birthday (with other awesome bands The Ooh-La's, The Ettes, The Randies and Boygirl) @ Key Club 7:30
password for discount ticket price of only $5 is "Joan Jet" + Sweet Afterparty to follow (probably at On the Rox)
8/11 Limbeck @ Knitting Factory
(actually a fantastic week to be in LA)

Also this week:
8/10-8/13 Atlantis Music Conference

GIRLS JUST WANNA HAVE FUN + SO DO BOYS.

2005-08-06T23:30:00.002-07:00

Wed Aug. 10th at the KEY CLUB
It will be a fabulous night of girl bands with lots of fun stuff like free make up, free manicures and GREAT GIRL BANDS + Bratz is also a sponsor. They have this line of rock'n roll/punk Boy Bratz that include SUPER HOT EMO BOY. Everytime I look for him hes always sold out. Ugh, that's just weird- I totally have a crush on a doll (I can't help it they made him totally hot).

I'm hoping to leave with him in hand this time.

The line-up kicks butt: The Ooh-la's (who I've been wanting to see for ages now + hear are really good), The Ettes (who I also hear good things about), The Randies, boygirl and at 9:30 Indie-Pop-Rock superstars VAGENIUS

www.totallyvagenius.com

and to top the whole night off it's also Robbie's BIRTHDAY (see pic below so you know who to buy shots for).

Come by, have a drink, say happy birthday, listen to good music and meet up with us after for Birthday/Afterparty at On The Rox.

oh yea... The password for discount ticket price of only $5 is "Joan Jet"

proud mama

2005-08-06T01:56:00.000-07:00

My lil boys (AKA one of the most wondeful bands ever) THE OUTLINE played a SOLD OUT show at the Troubadour tonight. I got hit up left and right today, even an old family friend (I've practically know since before I was born) was left ticketless. I have to admit, though frustrating it was kind of, very exciting! my BABIES PLAYING A SOLD OUT SHOW AT THE TROUBADOUR!! and they played an awesome show (one of the best yet). I was left feeling like a proud mama. SERIOUSLY a proud mama. It was awesome.

http://www.myspace.com/theoutline

OHHHHH IT'S SOOO GOOD. Nightmare of You.

2005-08-05T14:08:00.000-07:00

Straight from the Weasels mouth:
http://www.hitsdailydouble.com/news/newsPage.cgi?news05791

"The Craig Averill-repped/Josh Neuman-managed Nightmare of You have signed a pub deal with Warner/Chappell…" (yeeha that right, thats us and we LOVE them).

Check out the new babies here:
http://www.myspace.com/nightmareofyou

anyone out there.

2005-08-04T15:18:00.000-07:00

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