Yesterday Down at the Canal You say that everything is very simple and interesting it makes me feel very wistful, like reading a great Russian novel does i am terribly bored sometimes it is like …
October 15, 2020
News & Stories
Frank O’Hara: an immediate and exploratory American poet
Ben Wanicur brings DIY ethic to Robb Field
“I’ve decided to revive the San Diego Underground,” says bassist Benjamin Wanicur, referring to his monthly jam session that used to operate out of 3rd Space on Park Avenue. Wanicur’s revival has an important new …
October 15, 2020
Las Cuatro Milpas: four bucks in the barrio
“Sobador,” says the hand-painted sign beside me. It gives a phone number. This is on Logan Avenue. I’m standing in the line, as you always do here. Yes, even in these tough times, Las Cuatro …
October 15, 2020
The Doorman: Ruby’s a gem
Her super powers extend far beyond those of the mild-mannered gatekeeper whose job it is to flag cabs or sign for packages. Look! Up in the vestibule! It’s a guard! It’s a greeter! It’s Doorman! …
October 15, 2020
Live from the Inner Change coffeehouse in Pacific Beach
Hugh J. Noble is a songwriter, musician, and singer from Wymeswold in the UK, currently living in San Diego (“There wasn’t much else to do in Wymeswold”) and a member of Slum Summer. “Since I …
October 15, 2020
Charles McPherson dedicates Jazz Dance Suites to ballet-star daughter
Saxophone icon Charles McPherson unveiled his latest album Jazz Dance Suites on his own Chazz Mack Music label on September 24. It’s his 30th effort as a leader. The album is dedicated to his ballet-star …
October 15, 2020