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“Stephen El Rey’s voice channeled the vulnerability of Roy Orbison, the sex of Elvis Presley, the raw power of Howlin’ Wolf and the insanity of Jerry Lee Lewis. Like Lynch’s movies, Rey’s music can feel familiar, but always carries with it a more complex undertow waiting to pull you in.” - Clinton Ross Davis The Troubadour Rey’s love of the blues began with the jukebox in his grandmother’s El Centro Cantina. His affliction for the blues has expanded from jazz to murder ballads. He carries a torch and passion for those things that are slowly disappearing in our American culture. These changes are characterized in his composition, “The Old Fashioned Future.” His songs dangerously tight rope honky tonk, border town barrel house country blues and at times unpredictable rock & roll with a southern swamp. He comes to us fresh from his performance at the New Orleans Museum of Jazz.

Stream the the 2023 Parade now with KPBS Passport! This is a cherished turn-of-year tradition bringing pomp, circumstance, and good old-fashioned fun to the U.K. capital. The event, now in its fifth decade, raises spirits along its iconic parade route through the ancient city of Westminster. Cultural and community groups rub shoulders with leading professional entertainers and the mayors of London. Plus, more than 20 U.S. marching bands and a thousand varsity cheerleaders fill the streets of the U.K. capital for their moment in the global spotlight.

Mayor Todd Gloria issued an evacuation warning to residents in flood-prone areas. Transportation to a temporary shelter will be provided by the city if needed.

The final acquisition of the 302-bed medical campus is expected to be completed late this year.

The first-ever homeless shelter in Oceanside is housing new residents. The San Diego Rescue Mission-run navigation center is open to single men, women and families.

India “missed the bus” on manufacturing. A new book argues that India can nonetheless grow rich by leapfrogging to an economy dominated by high-skills services.

Offsite Join us at Seaport Village for four days of activities, exhibitions, and entertainment to celebrate the emblematic & iconic characteristics of Mexican culture through Comic-Con hosted by The Consulate General of Mexico. When: July 20 – July 23 Visit: https://seaportvillage.com/calendar/house-of-mexico-comic-con/ https://sdccblog.com/events-default/casa-mexico-san-diego-comic-con-2023/ Seaport Village on Facebook / Instagram

Flint, Mich., aims to be a model for wiping out deep poverty during a crucial time for child development. The new benefits start during pregnancy to encourage prenatal care.

As a teenager, Laura Chinn was in the room as her older brother died from brain cancer. It was the same Florida hospice where Terri Schiavo received care. The experience inspired Chinn's new film.

The former first lady fought with persistence to put care for mental and physical health on equal footing and to eliminate discrimination toward people with mental illnesses.