Dryw Keltz

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Contributor at San Diego Reader

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The Used kick off House of Blues' 20th anniversary series

1 week ago | sandiegoreader.com | Dryw Keltz

Superlative screamos mark 25 years of their own On any given weekend 20 years ago, you could find me running around Downtown, usually armed with a pack of Marb Milds, a fake ID, and a head full of confetti ice cream where my brains should have been. Some of my go-to hangout spots were Hennessey’s Tavern (now boarded up), and Horton Plaza, now a site full of eerie, old ghosts. A sign of the times. But the House of Blues? They've endured. Hey hey, my my...
Emily Bartell on the life and death of Navajo Live

1 week ago | sandiegoreader.com | Dryw Keltz

Her Bar None booking business lives on Former Brick By Brick, Kadan, and Radio Room owner Chris Heaney (and two of his ice-hockey buddies) purchased the old Second Wind bar in San Carlos circa 2015. Their new venue, Navajo Live, focused on local bands and artists in a cozy bar space not too far removed from venues such as Soda Bar and The Casbah. Emily Bartell, who would play a pivotal role in the venue's operations, first visited Navajo Live in March 2016.
Space Motor gives way to Secret Scene

2 weeks ago | sandiegoreader.com | Dryw Keltz

An additional Aaron came on board post-Covid North County’s Space Motor was active for just a short time, a blip that spanned from 2019 to early 2020. “We had some fast songs,” says drummer Scott Taylor (Whole Hog). “We kind of did everything from surf rock to surf-influenced indie rock to just some straightforward rock and roll, and some artsy stuff as well.
Fire station groceries: Tracking the cost of a fire company meal

3 weeks ago | firerescue1.com | Dryw Keltz

Sticker shock is coming to America. A 10% tariff on nearly all goods coming into the U.S., plus an even higher tariff rate on goods from China, equals an unpleasant trip to the grocery store. And if you thought beans grown in the U.S.A. would be immune to tariff pain, you’d be wrong. Why?
Tequila and Taco Fest starts damp and gets wet

3 weeks ago | sandiegoreader.com | Dryw Keltz

Over the past 50 years, there have been just six instances of measurable rainfall in San Diego on April 26. So you would think the decision to stage an outdoor festival in Del Mar on that date would be a pretty safe bet. But if you've ever experienced a ski trip with zero snow, a tennis tournament suffering gale force winds, or a soccer match buffeted by a hurricane, you know that the weather gods have a knack for serving as the ultimate disruptors.
Rookie Card: no longer rookies, but still playing

Mar 6, 2025 | sandiegoreader.com | Dryw Keltz

San Diego’s premier group of baseball-adjacent rockers Rookie Card is back with their its full-length album in close to 20 years. Led by singer/guitarist Adam Gimbel, the band was part of a collection of alt-country acts (Convoy, Bartenders Bible, Billy Midnight) that played around town in the late '90s to mid-2000s. During their initial run, they released an EP (First Day of Class), and two full length LPs (Near Mint and What’s On Second) before calling it a day in 2006.
St. Michael: How to display the patron saint of police officers

Feb 28, 2025 | police1.com | Dryw Keltz

St. Michael is known as God’s archangel (chief angel) in the Christian Bible. A key character in the Book of Revelation, St. Michael is referred to as the “chief prince” of the heavens, leading a collection of angles to victory in a battle against Satan and his demons. Due to this role in the Bible as an angel who fought against evil, St. Michael has become known as the patron saint of police officers, interconnecting the formidable defenders of justice and keeping citizens safe from harm.
Saint Florian: The patron saint of firefighters

Feb 28, 2025 | firerescue1.com | Dryw Keltz

Florian was a Roman army commander born in approximately 250 AD. Beyond his military obligations, Florian also organized and trained an elite group of soldiers that had one specific duty — fighting fires. A key event to Saint Florian’s patronage of firefighters can be found in the story of his martyrdom.
Heads up! Firefighter hats to show your love of the job

Feb 28, 2025 | firerescue1.com | Dryw Keltz

Regardless of whether you’re wearing a hat for function or fashion, proudly displaying your favorite profession never hurts. Besides the usual caps and beanies, the following lineup also includes kids’ hats, plus an adult novelty hat that is sure to be a big hit at parties. Classic capThis low-profile, six-panel classic ballcap displays a red and white Maltese cross on the front with a metal slide-buckle adjustable closure on the back.
Gonzo Report: Frank Black goes solo again at The Magnolia

Feb 13, 2025 | sandiegoreader.com | Dryw Keltz

Teenager of the Year, 30 years later On a chilly Sunday night in January, I took my maiden voyage to The Magnolia to catch Frank Black play a solo gig with a full band. Black was a staple on the ‘90s touring circuit after his main act The Pixies called it a day in 1993. But solo shows have since become a rarity for him. The culprit here is The Pixies’ transformation into a touring juggernaut following their reunion in 2004.