 Every local music scene should have a Bob Rodman. He was this amazing grandfatherly (or seasonally Santa Claus) looking fella, that later in life found an incredible connection to the local music scene here in Orange County. Here he was in his mid to late 70s, and Bob could be found out at shows 4 or 5 nights a week until the wee hours of the morning, lugging around his trusty (and fancy) camera around with him so he could take photos of the bands while they played and then ask where he could send them to be used however they wanted, no charge of course. He would also catch those awesome candid moments that might happen out in the crowd or backstage. He would walk up to you and show you the photo he got of you in your most honest moment, either talking to one of your close friends or perhaps it was of you being completely blown away by the music happening that night. A day or two later you would get a text or an email with the relevant photos attached and you would smile at the memory he captured.
For a number of years in the early 2010's, I had the pleasure of booking bi-weekly events at an outdoor retail space called The Lab in Costa Mesa on behalf of Sweet Relief. We probably did 75-100 shows during that time and if Bob missed 5 of them total I would be shocked. He would always ask me what he could do to support Sweet Relief. He would talk to anyone who would listen about who we were and about our mission, and of course, he would send us dozens of photos to use for our social media and website after every show. Again, no charge. But lets forget the photography for just a minute and focus on how truly supportive Bob was to ALL of the bands in the "scene". Sure, he had his favorites, but that man would show up for any of us if he thought that by his being there, it would make even the slightest difference to you. Bob showed up, for everyone, all of the time, week in and week out. We loved Bob for the person he was, the photography was just a bonus! You will be missed by so many of us Bob, please know that. And we will forever be grateful to you for the memories you captured on film for us. You were a one of one and I hope that wherever you are, there are bunch of bands playing shows for you to see because they may not know it yet, but every local music scene should have a Bob Rodman.
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Suki Waterhouse partners with Soundwaves Art to create amazing artwork out of "Good Looking"
11/1/2024
NOW LIVE! Pre-order your limited-edition Soundwaves Art created from the sound waves of Suki Waterhouse's 2017 hit "Good Looking." Get yours below!
All profits support Sweet Relief Musicians Fund!
All profits support Sweet Relief Musicians Fund!
A note from Soundwaves: This is a presale. Suki will be signing each print ordered at her show in Brooklyn on December 7, 2024, and we expect the signed prints to be delivered shortly thereafter. We CANNOT guarantee these will arrive in time for Christmas, though we are hopeful.
Linda Ronstadt and soundwaves team up to create art from "blue Bayou," Supports Sweet Relief
10/23/2024
Get your limited edition Soundwaves Art created from the sound waves of Linda Ronstadt's "Blue Bayou" There is a stack hand-signed by Linda and Soundwaves Artist Tim Wakefield. Get yours before they're gone!
Linda was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2014 and is one of the most legendary vocalists of the 21st century!
Linda was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2014 and is one of the most legendary vocalists of the 21st century!
Norah Jones and Soundwaves team up to create artwork to Support Sweet Relief Musicians Fund
10/20/2024
Get a LIMITED EDITION Soundwaves Art created from the audio of Norah Jones' "Don't Know Why"
Norah hand-signed a set of these artworks at Moody Theater in Austin, TX on October 10, 2024. Get yours before they're gone! Proceeds support Sweet Relief!
Norah hand-signed a set of these artworks at Moody Theater in Austin, TX on October 10, 2024. Get yours before they're gone! Proceeds support Sweet Relief!
OUT NOW! The newest Sweet Relief benefit album, “Tonight I’ll Go Down Swingin’: A Tribute to Don Heffington,” is out now via Clover Music Group and Nine Mile Records.
Sara and Sean Watkins, of Nickel Creek, are graciously making their Oct 23 Watkins Family Hour show at Largo in Los Angeles a celebration of the release! Don was a frequent collaborator over the 20 years that Sean & Sara have hosted their variety-style show. Other guests, who also appear on the record, will be there to sing Don’s songs, including Jackson Browne, Willie Watson and Inara George.
Produced by Sheldon Romberg and Sebastian Steinberg
TRACK LISTING:
“Kiss the Moon Goodbye” – Watkins Family Hour
“Fired Again” – Buddy Miller
“Avenue C” – Dave Alvin
“Crablice & Quaaludes” – The Boltcutters
“Generator” – Eleni Mandell
“Seeds On Hard Ground” – Tony Gilkyson
“Everywhere I Look” – Jackson Browne
“The Heffington Appreciation Society” – MOMO feat. Jim Keltner
“Heffington Abstract” – Sarah Kramer with Jorge Calderón and Van Dyke Parks
“Live Slow Die Old” – John C. Reilly
“Lately” – Fiona Apple
“Tonight I’ll Go Down Swingin’” – Don Heffington
“Although the Lord” – Victoria Williams
“Flying Over Flagstaff” – Marvin Etzioni
“Sorry About the Matter” – Tom Brousseau
“Time to Drink Whiskey” – Willie Watson
“New Rising Sun” – Peter Case
“That’s Hollywood” – Ramsay Midwood
“Put a Kiss and a Tear in Yr. Letter” – Inara George
“Irish Heartbeat” – Laura and Don Heffington
TRACK LISTING:
“Kiss the Moon Goodbye” – Watkins Family Hour
“Fired Again” – Buddy Miller
“Avenue C” – Dave Alvin
“Crablice & Quaaludes” – The Boltcutters
“Generator” – Eleni Mandell
“Seeds On Hard Ground” – Tony Gilkyson
“Everywhere I Look” – Jackson Browne
“The Heffington Appreciation Society” – MOMO feat. Jim Keltner
“Heffington Abstract” – Sarah Kramer with Jorge Calderón and Van Dyke Parks
“Live Slow Die Old” – John C. Reilly
“Lately” – Fiona Apple
“Tonight I’ll Go Down Swingin’” – Don Heffington
“Although the Lord” – Victoria Williams
“Flying Over Flagstaff” – Marvin Etzioni
“Sorry About the Matter” – Tom Brousseau
“Time to Drink Whiskey” – Willie Watson
“New Rising Sun” – Peter Case
“That’s Hollywood” – Ramsay Midwood
“Put a Kiss and a Tear in Yr. Letter” – Inara George
“Irish Heartbeat” – Laura and Don Heffington
Taking Back Sunday's Annual Holiday Pop-Up Shop is BACK and we are so grateful to be a part of it!
Sat., December 7th from 1:30- 4:00pm at Starland Ballroom: Enjoy an acoustic set from the band, amazing local vendors, and more all curated by The Aquarian Weekly! (Does not include entry to the 6:30pm Taking Back Sunday concert)
Plus - Photos with Santa are back! The first 40 folks who donate $40 (cash only, place in line numbers sold at merch) can take a photo (4 people max) with Taking Back Sunday and Santa! Details will be given once you secure your spot. Donations will be made to Sweet Relief!
Sat., December 7th from 1:30- 4:00pm at Starland Ballroom: Enjoy an acoustic set from the band, amazing local vendors, and more all curated by The Aquarian Weekly! (Does not include entry to the 6:30pm Taking Back Sunday concert)
Plus - Photos with Santa are back! The first 40 folks who donate $40 (cash only, place in line numbers sold at merch) can take a photo (4 people max) with Taking Back Sunday and Santa! Details will be given once you secure your spot. Donations will be made to Sweet Relief!
Taking Back Sunday's Annual Holiday Pop-Up Shop is BACK and we are so grateful to be a part of it!
Sat., December 7th from 1:30- 4:00pm at Starland Ballroom: Enjoy an acoustic set from the band, amazing local vendors, and more all curated by The Aquarian Weekly! (Does not include entry to the 6:30pm TBS concert)
Get your tickets below!
Plus - Photos with Santa are back! The first 40 folks who donate $40 (cash only, place in line numbers sold at merch) can take a photo (4 people max) with Taking Back Sunday and Santa! Details will be given once you secure your spot. Donations will be made to Sweet Relief!
Sat., December 7th from 1:30- 4:00pm at Starland Ballroom: Enjoy an acoustic set from the band, amazing local vendors, and more all curated by The Aquarian Weekly! (Does not include entry to the 6:30pm TBS concert)
Get your tickets below!
Plus - Photos with Santa are back! The first 40 folks who donate $40 (cash only, place in line numbers sold at merch) can take a photo (4 people max) with Taking Back Sunday and Santa! Details will be given once you secure your spot. Donations will be made to Sweet Relief!
My Morning Jacket and Soundwaves teams up to create limited edition artwork of "Wordless Chorus"
10/15/2024
Now live! Get your limited edition Soundwaves Art created from the audio of My Morning Jacket's “Wordless Chorus.” The prints were kindly signed by the band prior to their May 2024 show at Merriweather Post Pavilion to support the work of Sweet Relief!
Each artwork features a handwritten lyric by Jim James that has been digitally added: "Ahh Ooh Aah Ahhhh! Ahh...Ooh wah Ahh!" — a reference to the wordless chorus of the song.
Each artwork features a handwritten lyric by Jim James that has been digitally added: "Ahh Ooh Aah Ahhhh! Ahh...Ooh wah Ahh!" — a reference to the wordless chorus of the song.
Sweet Relief Musicians Fund is now accepting donations and applications for musicians and music industry workers impacted by Hurricanes Helene and Milton.
Funds raised will go towards loss of music-related equipment, medical bills related to the event, and other vital-living expenses.
Funds raised will go towards loss of music-related equipment, medical bills related to the event, and other vital-living expenses.
underoath Teams Up With Soundwaves Art To Make Limited-Edition Prints Supporting Sweet RElief
10/10/2024
Get your limited-edition Soundwaves Artwork created from the sound waves of Underoath's "A Boy Brushed Red Living in Black and White." All profits will be donated to Sweet Relief Musicians Fund!
NOTE: Signed prints are a presale. The band will be signing prints at their show in Austin, TX on November 18, 2024, and we expect the signed prints to be delivered shortly thereafter.
NOTE: Signed prints are a presale. The band will be signing prints at their show in Austin, TX on November 18, 2024, and we expect the signed prints to be delivered shortly thereafter.
Viola Odette Harlow was diagnosed in 2019 with Prinzmetal Angina Heart Disease (Coronary Artery Spasms), Lupus, AFIB, Atrial Tachycardia, EDS, Hashimoto, Anemia, and Asthma. She had been feeling sick since her early 20's, but the scale was tipped in 2019 and her autoimmune blood work jumped and a cascade of diagnoses along with it in the ICU.
As Prinzmetal Angina is a rare disease the medications and testing are rarely covered by insurance. The doctors worked hard in the Cardiac ICU to keep her stable and alive but it racked up 150k medical debt plus ongoing medications, testing, and hospitalizations.Her cardiologist is very supportive of her career and has a different regimen of medication on days she shoots videos or has a show. He sometimes will even show up if she's not doing well. She is blessed with the best medical team in the country for Prinzmetal which involves her Cardiologist, the whole Cedars cardiology team, and a specialist in Prinzmetal at the Mayo Clinic.
The condition is not only rare, it's dangerous and unpredictable so she makes the most of every good day and does what she loves, as well as caring for her habitat of pets that comfort her on bad days. She is dependent on 13 medications for her heart and to suppress her immune system. She requires a very expensive nitroglycerin spray for heart spasms. Her testing is ongoing as they monitor the health of heart during flares for damage. She will have this the rest of her life but she is grateful to be here. Depending on hormones and histamines and luck she has good days to offset the bad. She doesn't know which it will be.
Learn more, and get involved, below.
As Prinzmetal Angina is a rare disease the medications and testing are rarely covered by insurance. The doctors worked hard in the Cardiac ICU to keep her stable and alive but it racked up 150k medical debt plus ongoing medications, testing, and hospitalizations.Her cardiologist is very supportive of her career and has a different regimen of medication on days she shoots videos or has a show. He sometimes will even show up if she's not doing well. She is blessed with the best medical team in the country for Prinzmetal which involves her Cardiologist, the whole Cedars cardiology team, and a specialist in Prinzmetal at the Mayo Clinic.
The condition is not only rare, it's dangerous and unpredictable so she makes the most of every good day and does what she loves, as well as caring for her habitat of pets that comfort her on bad days. She is dependent on 13 medications for her heart and to suppress her immune system. She requires a very expensive nitroglycerin spray for heart spasms. Her testing is ongoing as they monitor the health of heart during flares for damage. She will have this the rest of her life but she is grateful to be here. Depending on hormones and histamines and luck she has good days to offset the bad. She doesn't know which it will be.
Learn more, and get involved, below.
Sweet Relief Musicians Fund is now accepting donations and applications for musicians and music industry workers impacted by Hurricane Helene.
Funds raised will go towards loss of music-related equipment, medical bills related to the event, and other vital-living expenses.
Funds raised will go towards loss of music-related equipment, medical bills related to the event, and other vital-living expenses.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a vital time to raise awareness about breast cancer, promote early detection, and provide support for those affected by the disease. This dedicated month serves to educate individuals about risk factors, symptoms, and the importance of regular screenings, like mammograms. Early detection can significantly improve outcomes, making it essential for everyone to recognize potential warning signs.
In 2024, more than 360,000 people will be diagnosed with breast cancer (via National Breast Cancer Foundation). Advancements in early detection methods and support continue to increase the chances of survival. When caught in its earliest, localized stages, the 5-year relative survival rate of breast cancer is 99%.
How to detect breast cancer early
Regular screenings
A screening mammogram can be used to check for breast cancer in people who have no signs or symptoms of the disease.
At-home self exam
A breast self-exam is an early detection tool that uses a combination of physical and visual examinations of the breasts to check for signs and symptoms of breast cancer.
Know your family history
Family health history can help determine if you have a higher risk of developing a disease, such as cancer
Consult your doctor
If you detect something, or would like to know more about your risk of getting breast cancer, consult your doctor.
Stay informed
It is important to stay informed of the latest risk factors, treatments, and more.
Resources for Those Affected
As we observe Breast Cancer Awareness Month, let us remember the importance of regular check-ups and stay informed about advancements in treatment. By raising awareness, providing resources, and promoting education, we can empower individuals to take charge of their health and contribute to the ongoing fight against breast cancer.
Together, we can spread hope, support one another, and make a meaningful difference.
In 2024, more than 360,000 people will be diagnosed with breast cancer (via National Breast Cancer Foundation). Advancements in early detection methods and support continue to increase the chances of survival. When caught in its earliest, localized stages, the 5-year relative survival rate of breast cancer is 99%.
How to detect breast cancer early
Regular screenings
A screening mammogram can be used to check for breast cancer in people who have no signs or symptoms of the disease.
At-home self exam
A breast self-exam is an early detection tool that uses a combination of physical and visual examinations of the breasts to check for signs and symptoms of breast cancer.
Know your family history
Family health history can help determine if you have a higher risk of developing a disease, such as cancer
Consult your doctor
If you detect something, or would like to know more about your risk of getting breast cancer, consult your doctor.
Stay informed
It is important to stay informed of the latest risk factors, treatments, and more.
Resources for Those Affected
- American Cancer Society: Offers a wealth of information on breast cancer, including treatment options, support groups, and financial assistance.
- The Musicians Cancer Fund @ Sweet Relief: This fund was developed to offer support and resources to musicians and music industry workers currently battling or recovering from all forms of cancer and other extremely debilitating illnesses and injuries.
- Susan G. Komen Foundation: Provides educational resources, funding for research, and support services for patients and their families.
- National Breast Cancer Foundation: NBCF’s mission is to help women now by providing help and inspiring hope to those affected by breast cancer through early detection, education and support services.
- National Breast Cancer Coalition: Focuses on advocacy and education, providing resources for patients to get involved in the fight against breast cancer.
As we observe Breast Cancer Awareness Month, let us remember the importance of regular check-ups and stay informed about advancements in treatment. By raising awareness, providing resources, and promoting education, we can empower individuals to take charge of their health and contribute to the ongoing fight against breast cancer.
Together, we can spread hope, support one another, and make a meaningful difference.
Now live! #SweetSupporters CAKE and Soundwaves Art have teamed up to make limited-edition artwork from two of the band's most popular, fan-favorite singles — 2001's "Short Skirt / Long Jacket" and 1996's double Platinum "The Distance." Get yours before they're gone!
All profits benefit Sweet Relief!
All profits benefit Sweet Relief!
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