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A Poet’s Tour of Los Angeles
Poetry · Film · Los Angeles A Poet’s Tour of Los Angeles Ten years after it was first broadcast on BBC Radio in August 2013, Stevie’s journey through Los Angeles was given a new life. The film Poetry of Angels returned in 2023 with a fresh edit, built around a montage of photographs, and it […]
Stephen Kalinich Performs “The Tale of Man” with Al Jardine and The Pet Sounds Band
Poetry · Music · Live performance Stephen Kalinich Performs “The Tale of Man” with Al Jardine and The Pet Sounds Band The Soraya, Northridge, California · 22 October 2026 Stevie on stage with Al Jardine and The Pet Sounds Band at The SorayaPhoto: Lauiri Reimer Stephen John Kalinich joined Al Jardine and The Pet Sounds […]
Kalinich Collaborations with the Beach Boys’ Dennis Wilson and The Strawberry Alarm Clock In 2026
By Harvey Kubernik GRAVITAS is a contemporary concept album created by Grammy-nominated international songwriter and record producer David Courtney, with spoken-word composed by renowned poet and lyricist Stephen Kalinich. At its core, GRAVITAS is an inspiring, motivational journey into self-empowerment, a modern sonic manifesto encouraging listeners to rise, reflect, and reclaim their inner strength. Courtney’s […]
“Rainbows” Finds New Life in Hollywood: From Project Hail Mary to HBO
The music of Stephen J. Kalinich and Dennis Wilson continues to find new life in powerful ways. Their song is now featured in the upcoming film Project Hail Mary starring Ryan Gosling , as well as in a new HBO television series introducing a whole new generation to the emotional depth and spiritual beauty of […]
Stephen Kalinich with The Strawberry Alarm Clock – Whisky A Go Go, January 28, 2026
On January 28, 2026, the legendary stage of Whisky a Go Go once again hosted a night that celebrated the spirit of classic California music. The evening featured a special appearance by poet and lyricist Stephen Kalinich performing alongside the iconic psychedelic band Strawberry Alarm Clock. Sharing the stage with Strawberry Alarm Clock felt like […]
From Brian Wilson to ‘I Love My Life’:
An Interview with Stephen Kalinich on a Life in Verse and Song Stephen J. Kalinich is a poetry-shaped soul whose words have quietly echoed through some of the most iconic music of our time—working with legends like Brian and Dennis Wilson, he’s always been more than just a lyricist. In From Brian Wilson to ‘I […]
New Album from Stevie and David Courtney
The Book of You: A Spellbinding New LP from Stephen Kalinich & David Courtney We’re thrilled to introduce The Book of You, the latest LP from lifelong collaborators Stephen Kalinich and David Courtney. This collection blends Kalinich’s evocative poetic voice with Courtney’s melodic craftsmanship to create a deeply moving and timeless musical experience. A Meeting […]