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SoCal mourns Cleto Escobedo III, Jimmy Kimmel Live!’s beloved bandleader and childhood friend, who passed away at 59. His infectious talent and warmth will be deeply missed.

Madi Diaz surprises fans with a full-length cover album of Blink-182’s ‘Enema of the State,’ reimagining the pop-punk classic for immigration aid. A unique SoCal blend.

SoCal’s Kendrick Lamar leads the 2026 Grammy nominations, with Tyler the Creator, SZA, Deftones, and Turnstile also earning nods. The diverse list reflects a dynamic year in music.

Hayley Williams is hitting the road for her first solo tour in 2026, with Water From Your Eyes and Snuggle. Due to high demand, more dates have been added!

Rosalía’s new album ‘LUX’ dropped early, captivating SoCal and critics alike. Hailed as her most impressive work, it’s poised to become her first Billboard Top 10.

The 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony celebrated legends like Cyndi Lauper, Outkast, Soundgarden, and The White Stripes with star-studded tributes.

SoCal’s ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ and musical trio Huntr/x land multiple Grammy nominations, celebrated by a star-studded benefit featuring “Weird Al” Yankovic and Will Forte.

Charli XCX is making waves with her contributions to the ‘Wuthering Heights’ soundtrack, dropping singles like “House” (ft. John Cale) and “Chains of Love.”

Madi Diaz drops a track-by-track cover album of Blink-182’s ‘Enema of the State,’ reimagining the pop-punk classic to raise funds for immigration aid.

Hilary Duff makes a triumphant return to pop with her new single ‘Mature’ and announces her sold-out ‘Small Rooms, Big Nerves’ tour, her first in over a decade.