P!NK Back in the Bay!  

Happy New Year from The Music Soup! Although I'm not sad to see the back end of 2025, I'd like to mention some high points of my year. One of them at the top was absolutely without a doubt September 21st at Shoreline Amphitheater, covering The Who's farewell show . Standing a couple feet in front of Roger and Pete for the entire show will be one of the fondest memories of my life. This photo, much to my surprise, was captured by Kaari, a Live Nation employee at the Shorelin

The Redwood Empire Food Bank , and the music of Todd Snider provided to be two good reasons the house was packed with music lovers in Sebastopol at the Hopmonk Tavern. Bill DeCarli In todays' political climate donating to projects like the food bank are so important, as there are many people losing their jobs, benefits, health insurance, and as a result falling on some really tough times. The holidays are already the busiest time of the year for therapists and mental health w

We have all indulged in the always delicious chocolate chip cookie, an American favorite. Especially hot, and just out of the oven. I bring them to friends' gatherings. I also add a sprinkle of salt to mine whilst baking. And from the popularity, it's a winner everytime! This delicious treat has been around since the thirties, as I've recently learned after reading the article below from Curiosity Corner. As it's the holiday season, I try to sprinkle in a few non music storie