Author: Joe

Joshua Tree National Park in California

The Joshua Tree only blooms in the area in and around Joshua Tree National Park in the high desert of California. – photo by Joe Alexander
The Joshua Tree only blooms in the area in and around Joshua Tree National Park in the high desert of California. – photo by Joe Alexander
Official site: Park Service, Joshua Tree National Park

Pershing Square in Los Angeles

Pershing Square in downtown Los Angeles, California is the home of concerts, art exhibits and other cultural events. – photo by Joe Alexander
Pershing Square in downtown Los Angeles, California is the home of concerts, art exhibits and other cultural events. – photo by Joe Alexander

Santa Monica Beach and Santa Monica Pier

Any trip to Southern California should include a stop at the legendary Santa Monica Pier and the surrounding beach. – photo by Joe Alexander
Any trip to Southern California should include a stop at the legendary Santa Monica Pier and the surrounding beach. – photo by Joe Alexander

The murals of Venice Beach, California

Venice Beach in Southern California has always attracted artists. You can see a lot of their work on local buildings. – photos by Joe Alexander
Venice Beach in Southern California has always attracted artists. You can see a lot of their work on local buildings. – photos by Joe Alexander

Hollywood Boulevard at night

The neon lights of Hollywood Boulevard are as much a part of the glamor of Southern California as the stage lights. – photos by Joe Alexander
The neon lights of Hollywood Boulevard are as much a part of the glamor of Southern California as the stage lights. – photos by Joe Alexander

Isis Queen at Whisky A Go Go in 2016

Isis Queen of Barb Wire Dolls at Whisky A Go Go in West Hollywood, California, on May 16, 2016. - photo by Joe Alexander
Isis Queen of Barb Wire Dolls at Whisky A Go Go in West Hollywood, California, on May 16, 2016. – photo by Joe Alexander
Isis Queen has been involved in a few bands, including as the lead singer for Greek/American punk band Barb Wire Dolls.

She and the Barb Wire Dolls were part of the 2017 Vans Warped Tour and made a number of appearances at the historic Whisky A Go Go, including this one on May 16, 2016.

Profile of Barb Wire Dolls in Charleston City Paper

Interview with Isis Queen in IndyBandGuru.com

Barb Wire Dolls at Whisky A Go Go in 2016

Barb Wire Dolls at Whisky A Go Go in West Hollywood, California, on May 16, 2016. - photo by Joe Alexander
Barb Wire Dolls at Whisky A Go Go in West Hollywood, California, on May 16, 2016. – photo by Joe Alexander
The Whisky A Go Go on the famous Sunset Strip in West Hollywood, California, has been a pivotal part of the American rock n roll scene since it opened in 1964.

Barb Wire Dolls have played a number of times at The Whisky including this show on May 16, 2016.

Will Owen Gage live at Sam’s Burger Joint in 2016

Will Owen Gage on stage in San Antonio, Texas, on Feb. 20, 2016. - photo by Joe Alexander
Will Owen Gage on stage in San Antonio, Texas, on Feb. 20, 2016. – photo by Joe Alexander
San Antonio rock ‘n roll and blues guitarist Will Owen Gage was part of a show at Sam’s Burger Joint on Feb. 20, 2016, that included legendary South Texas musicians like Spot Barnett and Frank Rodarte.

Will Owen Gage official website

Will Owen Gage (from left) with Spot Barnett and Frank Rodarte on stage in San Antonio, Texas, on Feb. 20, 2016. - photo by Joe Alexander
Will Owen Gage (from left) with Spot Barnett and Frank Rodarte on stage in San Antonio, Texas, on Feb. 20, 2016. – photo by Joe Alexander

Mission San Juan Capistrano in California

Mission San Juan Capistrano was founded in 1776 by Spanish Catholic missionaries and is in present day Orange County in Southern California between Los Angeles and San Diego. – photo by Joe Alexander
Mission San Juan Capistrano was founded in 1776 by Spanish Catholic missionaries and is in present day Orange County in Southern California between Los Angeles and San Diego. – photo by Joe Alexander
Official site: Mission San Juan Capistrano

Website: California Missions Foundation