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Starring Ben Affleck, Henry Cavill, Amy Adams, Gal Gadot, Jessie Eisenberg, Diane Lane, Laurence Fishburne, Holly Hunter Directed by Zack Snyder Warner Brothers This type of movie is pretty much critic proof, and we know you're going to jump into the family truckster on Friday to catch this one regardless of what we lowly members of the media, as Donald Trump would call us, have to say about it. However, you won't find much to complain about this time, Nerd Nation: Advance word is that Batman v Superman: Dawn Of Justice is riveting entertainment with a big heart – and in the days before this blockbuster’s debut, we’ll give a tip of the cap to the most unlikely hero of them all: Director Zack Snyder (who also helmed the previous Superman film, Man Of Steel) must have a sterling knowledge of these characters and their histories; preview clips show that this looks and feels just like a Neil Adams Silver Age comic book would it if were somehow brought to life. We can think of no greater compliment.
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Others are noting that the casting is spot on. Jesse Eisenberg should make a wonderfully tormented Lex Luthor; Gal Gadot, previously known for her role in the Fast & Furious series, is easily
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the most athletic Wonder Woman ever (apologies to Adrianne Palicki, who we were rooting for, and also to Lynda Carter, for being stuck in the cheesy TV adaptation). Affleck and Cavill as Bruce Wayne and Clark Kent? Not much to quibble with. Note to parents: The PG-13 rating reportedly is well-earned, and we wouldn't recommend bringing toddlers or those under 12 to this one. Other than that, this could be the best superhero movie since Marvel's Ant-Man.This film begins with a simmering distrust between Batman and Superman, but it will end with this question: Who will rule the box office from this point on, DC or Marvel? Regardless, we're sure the box office tallies will be up, up, and away.
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The Dog Wedding (now playing in NYC and via VOD): Funny, fresh, and vibrant, this story of unlikely lovers turned canine owners is as enjoyable as a packed dog park on a spring day – and features two new stars in Rosalie Thomass and Matthew Bloom (yes, he’s the former WWE wrestler known as Albert). My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2 (March 25): From all accounts, a comedy sequel that will work great 14 years later; most of the original cast has returned, which is beyond amazing.
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LI LitFest At Molloy College
It's the return of a hot ticket for lovers of tomes: Word Up: Long Island LitFest 2016 takes over The Madison Theater at Molloy College in Rockville Center on Sunday, April 3 beginning at 1 pm. For information and tickets: longislandlitfest.com. After a sold-out event in 2015 where 200 audience members filled the Sands Point Preserve to hear Susan Isaacs, Arlene Alda, Henry Alford, and other authors and writers reading their non-fiction works, Word Up: Long Island LitFest is back. This year at Madison Theater, best-selling authors such as Alan Zweibel (an original “Saturday Night Live” writer and author who returns by popular demand), Amy Ferris, Adam Resnick, Susan Shapiro, Elinor Lipman, and others will take the stage in two sessions. In between reading sessions, there will be opportunity for book sales and signings. For the complete schedule of events and panels that will take place during this one-of-a-kind festival of words, visit LongIslandLitFest.com.
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Muttville Comix In Brentwood Here's one for the dog days of spring (sorry, couldn't help ourselves): Johnny Peer and his wacky group of Muttville Comix headline on April 3 at 2 pm and April 4 at 11 am at Suffolk County Community College's Van Nostrand Theatre in Brentwood. Info: (631) 851-
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6589, or log on to sunysuffolk.edu. Johnny Peers and his gang of Muttville Comix are pure slapstick; Peers leads more than a dozen dogs – all rescued from shelters – through challenging and hilarious tricks as he plays the straight man role to the canines in this all-ages show.
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Buzz Aldrin At Revue
Legendary NASA astronaut Buzz Aladrin will appear live to speak and sign copies of his book, No Dream Is Too High: Life Lessons From A Man Who Walked On The Moon, on Tuesday, April 5 at 7 pm at Book Revue in Huntington. For information about this free event, call (631) 2711442 or log on to bookrevue.com. One of the last of the true American heroes, Aldrin will reflect on the wisdom, guiding principles, and irreverent anecdotes he's gathered through his event-filled life — both in outer space and on Earth.
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A Fishing Flea Market
The 10th annual Patchogue Fishing Flea Market will be Sunday, April 3 from 9 am to 3 pm at The John A. Danzi Athletic Center at St. Joseph's College in Patchogue; a huge array of fishing supplies is on tap. For more information: (732) 330-5674.
Guy Davis' Days: Long Davis Island's nationally
distributed blues music label, M.C. Records, recently announced that the album Kokomo Kidd by Guy Davis has received a Blues Music Award nomination for Acoustic Record of the year. Davis was also nominated as Acoustic Artist of the year. Davis' previous release on M.C. Records, Juba Dance, received the same nominations in 2013. The awards ceremony will take place on May 5 in Memphis, Tennessee. Since the release of Kokomo Kidd in September, Davis has appeared in a slew of media, including “Mountain Stage,” eTown, “Beale Street Caravan,” Sirius/XM's “The Village,” and “Kick Out The Jams” with Dave Marsh. Davis, as most blues fans are well aware, is the song of Ossie Davis and Ruby Dee.Learn more at guydavis.com and mc-records.com. Norah’s New Record: Nine-time Grammy Award winning singer and songwriter Norah Jones will perform the rare feat of appearing at both the Newport Folk Festival and Newport Jazz Festival on consecutive weekends this July. The multi-platinum, Grammy Award-winning artist will make her inaugural solo appearance at the Folk Festival on Saturday, July 23 having previously performed at the 2014 festival with her band Puss n Boots and as a special guest with the legendary singer Mavis Staples. The following weekend, Jones will make her first appearance at the Jazz Festival on Saturday, July 30. "Norah Jones is one of America's great singers of songs," said festival founder and music industry icon George Wein. "The scope of her artistry is so broad Norah Jones that it's possible for her to appear at both the Newport Folk Festival and Newport Jazz Festival, while still feeling comfortable that she will reach her audience and fans at these two historic cultural events. We are proud to have her with us." Jones is currently putting the final touches on her sixth solo album, which is due to be released this fall on Blue Note Records. Jones first emerged on the world stage in February 2002 with the release of Come Away With Me, her self-described "moody little record" that introduced a singular new voice and grew into a global phenomenon, sweeping the 2003 Grammy Awards and signaling a paradigm shift away from the prevailing synthetic pop music of the time. Since then, Jones has sold more 40 million albums worldwide and become a nine-time Grammy-winner. Jones has since released a series of albums including Feels Like Home (2004), Not Too Late (2007), The Fall (2009), and Little Broken Hearts (2012), as well as albums with her collective bands The Little Willies and Puss n Boots. The 2010 compilation ...Featuring Norah Jones featured Herbie Hancock, Willie Nelson, Outkast, and Foo Fighters.
Zerdin-ly Funny: Comedy ventriloquist and UK import Paul Zerdin makes his debut as part of The Paramount in Huntington's “Paramount Comedy Series” on Friday, March 25 at 8 pm; as
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usual, a “Founder's Room Afterparty” applies for this performance. Tickets and information are at paramountny.com. The past few years for Zerdon have been the kind that most comedy performers can only dream of. Now ranked as one of the comedy world’s most
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in-demand performers – and in this case, it means every country in the free world – Zerdin's unique talents have seen him being invited to perform for The Queen on “The Royal Variety Show” no less than three times, and he’s racked up international TV appearances from Montreal’s prestigious Just For Laughs to ITV1’s Comedy Rocks. His critically acclaimed live shows have seen him sell out theatres across the globe. He also made his Las Vegas debut last autumn at Planet Hollywood. Crucially, Zerdin appeals to both comedy club and mainstream audiences in equal measure. Considered the UK’s #1 ventriloquist, his career has included appearances on everything from The Royal Variety performances to this Paramount show to performing on Comedy Central, ITV Daybreak, BBC TV’s “The One Show, “Sky News,” and Jason Manford’s “Comedy Rocks.” With his combination of technical skill, humoruous ventriloquism, charm, and impeccable comic timing, Zerdin’s live shows see him bring to life several very different characters,
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amongst whom are the cheeky, pre-adolescent Sam; belligerent OAP Albert; and precocious infant Baby. “I see myself as a one man Muppet sitcom, reining the characters in,” said Zerdin. “The old man has a thing for the ladies, and so does Sam, who is about to become a teen and knows naughty words. Between the two of them, they lead the baby astray, and the baby, of course, wants to know everything. I think it is important to have characters that people can relate to rather than, say, talking sheep, which are less believable.” Although the names are not as familiar on these shores, Zerdin has been seen on the cream of British television shows, including “Tricky Business,” “The Big Big Talent Show,” “Rise And Shine,” “Tonight At The London Palladium,” “Generation Game,” and many more. Ventriloquists have been a staple of UK entertainment for years, but it has taken Zerdin to bring his mix of standup and ventriloquism to the forefront of contemporary entertainment to put his art form on the comedy map in his home country. Fun & Frolic: Hold on to your pocket protector: The “World's Funniest Accountant” brings his “Stevie G.B.'s BIG Variety Show” featuring Stevie himself, young music star Kayla Stockert, Sarah Quinn, John Shea, Les Degen, “WIld” Bill Sherman, Lisa Polizzi, Lee Ann Brill, and others to 89 North Music Venue in Patchogue on April 3 at 7 pm. Log on to 89northmusic.com to learn more.
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Michael Kornfeld, a longtime Huntington resident and president of The Folk Music Society of Huntington, was an active participant in The Folk Alliance International Conference in Kansas City, during mid-February. Kornfeld moderated a panel discussion on “The Original Folk Revival” that was interspersed with songs performed by panelists and musical luminaries David Amram, Eric Andersen, Si Kahn, and Happy Traum. Kornfeld, the editor and publisher of AcousticScene.com, also
promoted several independent recording artists, and mentored others on various T he V i b e Is S t r o n g strategic communicaLong Island's Gnarly Karma, a relatively new rock-fusion band, has been tions and public standing out from the pack in recent months. After the release of its debut album, relations topics. Prior to the conference, Kornfeld, an elected Classic Breeze, in September of last year, the group has scored a solid string of member of The Folk Alliance International board of directors, top-flight bookings, including shows at Revolution in Amityville, The Stephen Talkhouse in Amagansett, and an upcoming show on April 16 at the legendary Bitter participated in two days of board meetings. Attracting more than 2,500 people, The Folk Alliance International End in New York City. The group consists of Mike Renert (vocals, guitar, and harmonica), Jarrod Beyer (drums, percussion), Ryan McAdam (bass), and Billy Hanley Conference is ranked among the five largest music conferences in North America. This year’s conference featured a (saxophone, keyboards). Learn more about the musicians at series of professional development sessions, a keynote Facebook.com/GnarlyKarmaMusic, or find them at SoundCloud and Instagram. address by Judy Collins, and much more. Info: folk.org.
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The Mike Farley Band: Standing Out
Here's another case of “hometown boy makes good”: Mike Farley, formerly of South Hempstead, has gone on to head one of the top music PR firms in Michael J. Media, now located in Wisconsin, a firm that represents such national acts as Poco and Pure Prairie League – but
Farely is a seasoned musician as well. The Mike Farley Band recently released a new album, Where We Stand, the group's first recording in some time. The acoustic-driven, emotive rock is scoring points and gaining airplay around the nation; the album is now available through CDBaby and Amazon.com. Trivia: Local music fans may remember Farley from the LI-based band Burning Ash, which made its mark in these parts in the late 1970s (pictured inset at left).
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Joe Satriani Tilles Center, Greenvale April 1 at 8 PM tillescenter.org (516) 299-2752
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One of the greatest musicians ever to hail form Long Island, Westbury's Satriani ranks among the world’s most commercially successful solo guitar performers, with six gold and platinum discs to his credit (including one more gold award for the debut album by his band, Chickenfoot), and sales in excess of 10 million copies. The Ann Wilson Thing Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center March 25 at 8 PM • (631) 288-1500 whbpac.org It’s Heart's lead singer, now on the road with her new, rocking solo project. Emerson String Quartet Staller Center, Stony Brook University April 5 at 8 pm (631) 632-ARTS The famed classical music ensemble will perform the third concert in its series, “Passing The Torch,” featuring an array of Haydn and Beethoven string quartets.
THE BOUNTIFUL GOURMET KFC FUBAR: Ahh, KFC – the huge Yum Brands corporate entity that we all used to refer to as Kentucky Fried Chicken. First, the KFC restaurants lost market share to the vastly superior Popeye's Louisiana Kitchen, which remains the fast food friend chicken joint of choice for anyone with even slightly active taste buds. Next, KFC tried everything from “Famous Bowls” (so righteously and brilliantly skewered by Patton Oswalt) to “$5 Fill Up” cups full of greasy stuff to not one but three comedians (Darrell Hammond, Norm McDonald, and most recently Jim Gaffigan) portraying KFC founder Col. Harland Sanders in an ad campaign so strange (some have called it downright creepy) that a recent online poll noted that more than 70 percent of TV fans who viewed it didn't like it. KFC's response? Much like not caring how clean the seating areas are at many local outlets, they just keep chugging along with their off-kilter ad campaign that nobody seems to understand, much less enjoy.That seems to be a great way to describe KFC's food during the past couple of decades as well; many of the restaurants are now “shared” with another Yum Brand entity, Pizza Hut, and the food is just about what you'd expect: Functional throwntogether by-the-numbers chicken that's sometimes acceptable,
Suffolk Theater, Riverhead April 2 at 8 PM suffolktheater.com (631) 727-4343 From the producers of the hit comedy production Tony & Tina's Wedding comes this wild interactive show – and we're not kidding in the least: Patrons can actually get a “free zombie makeover” as part of the fun in this unique presentation and concept. Our favorite line from the show: “You may now eat the bride.”
KFC’s Nashville Hot Chicken: Not So Hot
sometimes mediocre, other times soggy and horrible, depending on the location and the time it’s ordered. It's a chain that badly needs to shake things up, and that's exactly what they've tried to do with its new “Nashville Hot Chicken” entry.
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Naturally, KFC has only managed to bother people once again; recently, Twitter lit up with people who actually live in Nashville who actually know what the dish dubbed as “NashvilleStyle Hot Chicken” is supposed to be – a hot, smoky, sizzing plate of the
kind of fried chicken that leads one to take gulps of water between bites. Real Nashville-Style Hot Chicken (and we know, we've had it) is full of black ground pepper, brown sugar, chili poweder, paprika, hot sauce, and enough cayenne pepper for five dishes. The real thing isn't for the meek; it's for serious BBQ fans that like hot (spell that HOT) to go along with their tangy. Naturally, KFC's version is akin to what a Entenmann's vanilla sheet cake is to a layer cake from your favorite bakery: A shoddy imitation. Thrown as us like the morning paperboy would at the Jericho outlet, this dish isn't too hot … and it isn't too hot, either. Bascially, it seems to be regular style KFC chicken with some very mild hot sauce applied before it was baked, then doused with some (again) very mild spices and served with a pickle slice along with each piece you've ordered (the only thing authentic about it). Nothing special about this; it reminded us of McDonald's McRib sandwich – nothing offensive, but there's not even one actual rib to be found. It’s an area rife with such incredible places for fried chicken such as L.L. Dent in Carle Place, Zorn's all over the place, and Maple Tree BBQ in Riverhead ... and you still eat fast food chicken? You probably think Papa John's is “pizza,” too.
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Karen Mason: Mason's Makin' Music
Landmark On Main Street, Port Washington April 1 at 8 PM
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(516) 767-6444 You won't be an April Fool for taking in this cabaretstyle performance of the riveting Mason, who was named Broadway World's 2015 cabaret performer of the year. The actress and singer is a heralded Broadway performer, starring in Wonderland, Mamma Mia!, Hairspray, and many more. Seventh Annual Patchogue Folk Festival: The Chapin Family Patchogue Theatre For The Performing Arts April 2 at 8 PM • patchoguetheatre.org • (631) 207-1313 What a lineup: Scheduled at press time (artists subject to change) were Tom Chapin, Steve Chapin, Jen Chapin, The Chapin Sisters (Abigail and Lily), Howard Fields, John Wallace, Jonathan Chapin, and Clark Wallace, all celebrating the life and music of the brilliant LI star Harry Chapin.
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n a rare Long Island appearance, songwriting legend Randy Newman headlines on Wednesday, April 6 at 8 pm at The Space At Westbury. Tickets are on sale now; log on to ticketmaster.com; for more on The Space, log on to thespaceatwestbury.com. With songs that run the gamut from heartbreaking to satirical and a host of unforgettable film scores, Randy Newman has used his many talents to create musical masterpieces widely recognized by generations of audiences. After starting his songwriting career as a teenager, Newman launched into recording as a singer and pianist in 1968 with his self-titled album Randy Newman. Throughout
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the 1970s, he released albums such as 12 Songs, Sail Away, and Good Old Boys. In addition to his solo recordings and regular international touring, Newman began composing and scoring for films in the 1980s. The list of movies he has worked on since then includes The Natural, Awakenings, Ragtime, all three Toy Story pictures, Seabiscuit, James & The Giant Peach, A Bug’s Life, and most recently, Disney/Pixar’s Monsters University,
Robben Ford YMCA Boulton Center, Bay Shore March 31 at 8 PM • boultoncenter.org (631) 969-1101 This premier electric guitarist is particularly known for his blues playing as well as his ability to be comfortable in a variety of musical contexts. A five-time Grammy nominee, he is considered one of the finest in the world and has performed with a “who’s who” of contemporary artists throughout his career. Adelphi Symphony Orchestra: Bach Adelphi University Performing Arts Center April 1 at 8 PM adelphi.edu (516) 877-4927 Led by music director Christopher LyndonGee, The Adelphi Symphony presents an allBach concert, featuring five soloists from the University’s faculty. Mezzo-soprano Abigail Fischer and tenor Jonathan Goodman will perform arias from Bach’s Cantatas.
From Wry Pop the prequel to Monsters Inc. Songwriter (inset) (which he also scored). Harps And Angels in 2008 To Oscar was Newman’s first album of Winner: new material since 1999; The A Legend Randy Newman Songbook
Vol. 2, which is the second in a series of new solo piano/vocal recordings of his songs spanning his fivedecades, was released in 2011. That same year, Nonesuch Records released a live CD and DVD recorded at London’s intimate LSO St. Luke’s, an 18th-century Anglican church that has been restored by The London Symphony Orchestra, where he was accompanied by The BBC Concert Orchestra, conducted by Robert Ziegler. The 22-song set features some of his best-known songs like “Short People,” “Louisiana 1927,” and “I Think It’s Going to Rain Today,” as well as newer songs such as “A Few Words In Defense Of Our Country” and “Laugh And Be Happy.” Newman’s honors include six Grammy Awards, three Emmys, and two Academy Awards, as well as a star on The Hollywood Walk of Fame.
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Yoenis Cespedes didn’t do himself or Major League Baseball players any favors when he brought in a different expensive imported sports car every day during the first week of spring training. By flashing his vehicular bling,
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Cespedes reinforced the cliché of the self-indulgent athlete who has money to burn. It's easy to imagine that Tony Clark, executive director of the Major League Baseball Players Association, can’t be happy with this public perception of his rank and file. The collective bargaining agreement between MLB players and the owners expires after this season. Cespedes’ ostentatious display is a gift to the owners, who will almost certainly try to point out how great things are for the players, and that the owners are the ones who need financial relief. Cespedes also placed needless pressure on himself; if he helps the Mets win, he can bring a different aircraft into the Citi Field parking lot every day and no one will care. If he slumps, the fans will
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CBS Rolls On: If your cable system doesn’t include CBS Sports Network, see what you can do about it – the still-new all-sports channel is serious about bringing bowling in all facets back to the airwaves. From Terry Bigham of the USBC: The United States Bowling Congress has reached an agreement with CBS Sports Network to televise 23 major championship bowling events in 2016 and 2017, highlighted by the U.S. Open as well as 13 telecasts of The Professional Women’s Bowling Association (PWBA) Tour. The agreement features live telecasts of all four majors on the PWBA Tour and the U.S. Open, a major championship on the Professional Bowlers Association (PBA) Tour. The growing Junior Gold Championships will be televised for the second consecutive year, while the Intercollegiate Championships return to CBS Sports Network as well. New to the television package in 2016 will be coverage of the USA Bowling Championships. USA Bowling is a youth-team program with regional tournaments culminating in a national championship event. “With this package, bowling will be on national television every week from May to September,” said United States Bowling Congress Executive Director Chad Murphy. “We are thrilled to showcase the excitement of
Dellin show him no mercy. On the flip side of the baseball Betances economic scale, Mets pitcher Jacob deGrom had his contract for 2016 renewed by the team for the minimum amount of money allowed by the current collective bargaining agreement. Earning $607,000 is not exactly minimum wage, but it is certainly a lot less than the terrific deGrom deserves. This is another case of the Mets being penny-wise and poundfoolish. Unlike Matt Harvey, deGrom has been vocal about his desire to sign a long-term contract with the Mets. By playing hardball with him now, the Yoenis Mets may be setting themselves Cespedes up for problems down the road with the 2014 National League Rookie of the Year. Longtime Mets fans should to pick up a copy of the surprisingly hard-to-find Down On The Korner (Skyhorse Publishing) by longtime official scorer and sports radio voice Howie Karpin and Mark Roseman, who hosts a Sunday night sports talk show on WLIE (540 AM). The book's title is a clever play on the title of a Creedence Clearwater Revival's hit, and the book itself is a great reminiscence of the long-running Mets television post-game show, competitive bowling from youth to college to the professionals, and continue building a strong future for the sport.” The package features event coverage Tuesdays in prime time for 18 weeks starting May 10 with the Intercollegiate Championships. The PWBA Tour, with a roster including stars such as Liz Johnson (below), Liz Shannon O’Keefe, Johnson and Kelly Kulick, kicks off Thursday, May 26, with a live telecast of the USBC Queens. New LIYBT Title Winners: Gabrielle Marino and Alex Henry were crowned champions at the February 26 tournament at AMF Sheridan Lanes in Mineola. Scholarship winners: Handicap division: Gabrielle Marino $125, Kyle Perillo $100, Phillip Jainkowitz $75, Tyler Royere $50, Amanda Scarfogliero $35. Scratch Division: Alex Henry $230, Anthony Naujokas $100, Adam Glickman $75, Avery Lugares $50, Michael Mirabile $35 Scratch Eliminator: Anthony Naujokas $12, Adam Glickman $8, Kurt Schall $4. For news on April and May LIYBT events,
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Kiner’s Korner, was hosted by Hall of Famer Ralph Kiner. Karpin and Roseman do a nice job gathering recollections from former players who were guests on the show. They also have a little fun with Kiner’s malapropisms and the delightful low-budget cheesy production values which made the program such a guilty pleasure. USA Today Sports Weekly columnist and longtime Mets fan and observer Howard Megdal has written his first book, The Cardinals Way (St. Martins Press). Megdal was able to get the cooperation of Cardinals executives from the recent past as well as the present to find out why that Midwestern team rarely finishes below .500 even in its worst years. Fans who enjoyed Michael Lewis’ Moneyball should get a lot to glean from this Photos: Liz Johnson courtesy PBA, LLC; Lisa Laguarino by Bob Smith
log on to liybtbowling.com. Herrill Heroes: Here's the latest batch of high league scores from Herrill Lanes in New Hyde Park: Congratulations to Mike Caputo (Phillippine Bowling League) and Mike Bissman (Sunday Doubles), who both rolled recent 300 games at this bowling center, and to Jim Manganaro, who rocked the pins for an outstanding 805 series in the Sunday Early Men league. Other highlights: 3rd Saturday (OAM): Michelle Helkowski 634 series. 8th Battalion: Pete Mastrandrea Jr . 712 series; Karyn Deem 201. Joe Wednesday Early Iovino Mixed: Gregg De Angelo 290; Paul Pillitteri 265; Jeanine Musacchio 638 series; Bonnie Gortler 216; Debbie Soldner 205; Joe Iovino (right) 296. Friday Early Rollers (Seniors): Sylvia Abanes 215; Lin Joe 203. Friday Mixed Nuts: Anthony Calabro 255; Roe Gerhold 212. Thursday Early Mixed: Sean Holohan 289; Robert Camerino 267; John Coughlan 278; Bob Smith 253; Lisa LaGuarino (left) 234; Linda Hand 233; Grace Makar 203. Send in all scores to gtmag@ optonline.net for inclusion in future issues.
new book as well. The New York Yankees got off fairly easily when MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred handed down a 30-game suspension to newly acquired closer Aroldis Chapman for being the aggressor in a domestic violence incident. Chapman will be fresher down the stretch by not taxing his arm in April. The Bronx Bombers can easily get by with Andrew Miller and Dellin Betances in the bullpen until Chapman is allowed to play. The press room at Arthur Ashe Tennis
Stadium won’t be the same during the U.S. Open without Bud Collins, who died two weeks ago at age 86. Collins was practically synonymous with the sport, but he was no shill. When the United States Tennis Association wanted to encourage young players to turn pro instead of playing tennis at the college level (and avoid getting an education at the same time), Collins told me that the notion was disgusting. It seems likely that Collins would be happy to know that Forest Hills Stadium, a place long threatened with a developer’s wrecking ball, is still going strong. In addition to once again hosting concerts this summer, World Team Tennis will take place at Forest Hills Stadium from July 30 through August 13. Andy Roddick will be the star attraction for The New York Empire. Others might not agree, but this corner found it funny that Carmelo Anthony told a heckler to go over to team owner James Dolan and ask for a refund as the Knicks were in the process of dropping another one. “Melo” is working with Nickelodeon on a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles apparel and accessories, line and will have a cameo in the TMNT film that hits theaters this summer. Nickelodeon executives also announced at their Upfront that New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski will host “Crashletes,” which appears to be “America’s Funniest Home Videos” meets failures on the athletic field and in the stands. Carolina Panthers QB Cam Newton will host “All In,” where kids get
Photos: Yoenis Cespedes by Bob Smith; Dellin Betances by Arturo Pardavila III (CC)
to work with mentors on accomplishing their dreams. Cable’s CMT will feature a three-part special on NASCAR this summer, “The Rise Of American Speed.” Another show, “Dude Perfect,” features five guys who know how to make trick shots in a variety of sports, featuring guest appearances by Chris Paul, Aaron Rodgers, and Dale Earnhardt, Jr.
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is gone from the network after she openly criticized it (and subsequently boycotted it) for pre-empting per program in favor of election coverage in late February ... Once again, more shakeups at the embarrassingly unwatchable Evine Live, formerly known as ShopNBC, ShopHQ, and Value Vision: Company head Mark Bozek bolted the number three home shopping network in early February after spending less than two years on the job. What direction the company delves into now is anyone's guess; after a splashy debut featuring specials from New York Penthouse Gets New Lease: It City and a few celebrity-endorsed appears that it's not quite over product lines, Evine's programs yet for the print edition of the continue to seem to focus mostly once top-selling men's magazine on low quality watches and Penthouse after months of off-brand kitchen appliances. Cue “Taps” … Despite its usual overall good ratings, not everything is a raging success at USA Network: “Satisfaction” was recently cancelled. New speculation that the title was programs scheduled for the going to switch to an all-digital coming months – including format, as many magazines have “Queen Of The South” and done in recent years. The “Falling Water” – will vie company branded Penthouse to become as popular as other Global media recently purchased USA hits such as “WWE the newsstand magazine from Monday Night Raw,” “Suits,” FriendFinder Networks, and and “Mr. Robot” … Speaking of production and staffing changes World Wrestling Entertainment, have been announced; much of the Forbes website recently the work on the revamped reported rumors of a brand magazine will be done in Holland, split (presumably Raw and according to published reports. Smackdown), effectively turning one company into two in a Satisfaction strategy that’s actually been tried before ... The rumor mill insists that Impact Wrestling, which recently moved to Pop TV, is not long for the world ... More mat musical chairs: Legendary professional wrestling announcer Jim Ross now calls New Japan Pro Wrestling matches on AXS TV – replacing Mauro Renallo, now with WWE ... This year’s edition of In addition, the print schedule of ABC’s Penthouse will drop from 11 megaissues to 10. Penthouse made its hit mark in the 1970s by publishing series a more erotic magazine than “Dancrival Playboy, which actually ing With stopped printing nude photoJim The graphs two months ago in a Ross Stars” strategy move that's been both will questioned and applauded by feature a cast of guests that pundits. Penthouse, from all includes Wayna Morris, Ginger accounts, will continue to feature Zee, Jodie Sweetin, Marla nudity … The host of one of the most thought-provoking programs Maples, and Geraldo Rivera, which brings about the annual on MSNBC, Melissa Harris-Perry, question: “Stars?” 10 • Good Times Magazine - March 22 - April 4, 2016 Photo: Satisfaction courtesy USA Network; Jim Ross courtesy AXS TV
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Jackie Rubino. Open to the public (ages 18 and over), the Expo offers tattoo enthusiasts an opportunity to mingle with artists, reality TV stars, tattoo collectors, and models. Other attractions include: sideshow performers doing everything from sword swallowing to weightlifting with their eyelids; The Skindicate Suspension; an appearance by famed tattoo models Leah Jung and Heather Moss; and burlesque performances Patti LaBelle by Raquel Reed. And, At yes – those interested can get a tattoo right on The Trop the spot, provided by some of the east coast's most famous names. Hours are Friday from 2 pm to midnight; Saturday from noon to midnight; and Sunday from noon to 8 pm. Info and directions: newyorktattooshow.com and (631) 584-3858. Tickets can be purchased in advance at etix.com. Tropicana (Atlantic City): One of the true queens of soul and R&B
music, Patti LaBelle – she of the sweet potato pies and “Patticakes” that were national sensations at Walmart stores during the holidays – will be the headline performer on Saturday, April 2 at 8 pm at Tropicana in Atlantic City. Tickets are priced from $55 to $125; they're available now via the Tropicana Box Office, at ticketmaster.com or by calling (800) 745-3000. From The BlueBelles to the influential girl group LaBelle (“Lady Marmalade”) to her long solo career (“On My Own”), this is a performer that's every bit as wellknown for her philanthropy and humanitarian work; she remains an advocate for adoption, foster care, Big Sisters, The United Negro College Fund, and other initiatives. Mohegan Sun (Connecticut): Classic rock and R&B fans – particularly those into horns – take heed: Earth, Wind & Fire and Chicago's “Heart And Soul Tour 2.0” stops at Mohegan Sun on Saturday, April 9 at 7:30 pm. Tickets are at ticketmaster.com or the Mohegan Sun box office. This it the second co-headlining tour for both of these influential 1970s big bands. “Apparently, ‘If it’s not broken then there is no need to change it,” Philip Bailey of Earth, Wind & Fire said. “Chicago / EWF magic works for both bands and fans alike. It’s a lot of fun, so, here we go again.” “I’m excited to be starting another leg of the 'Heart And Soul Tour,’” said Lee Loughnane of Chicago. “Both bands are playing great, and when we play together, the show rises to another level. Come see the concert. You won’t be disappointed.”
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Tuesday, March 22
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Songwriters Roundtable Hosted By 42nd & Nelson K.J. Farrell's (Bellmore) Body & Soul Puglia's (Garden City) Open Mic hosted by Mike Dorio Jack Halyard's American Bar & Grill (Oyster Bay) JDL Paddy's Loft (Massapequa) Jazz Jam Session Walk Street Tavern (New Hyde Park) DJ Neil Wrangler / DJ Cowboy Ben-E The Nutty Irishman (Farmingdale) Karaoke E.B. Elliot's (Freeport) Darcy Novick Presents Music & Comedy Night: Rob Magnotti / Peter Mazzeo Chris & Tony's (Syosset) Suffolk Acoustic Open Mic Night hosted by David Jon Paisley 50 Yard Line (West Babylon) Acoustic Open Mic One Main (Babylon) Bobby Dee's Open Mic & Jam Pour House (Holbrook) Tuesday Night Live: George Cintron & Bobby Rondinelli Katie's of Smithtown The Cogs Singles Open Jam Gator Blue (East Islip) Open Mic with Dan Acosta & DJ Harry-Oke The Thirsty Scholar (Holbrook) Open Mic with Shaun Lally Flanagan's Pub (Ronkonkoma) Open Mic Comiskey Park Bar (Saint James) Open Mic Grey Horse Tavern (Bayport) Ward Cloughen Shandon Court (East Islip) Vinyl Night With Jordan Miller BrickHouse Brewery (Patchogue) A Tribute To Ray Charles Grasso's (Cold Spring Harbor) NYC/Queens Spookyland / Iro Mercury Lounge (NYC) Patti Austin The Blue Note (NYC)
Your Guide To Local Events Coco Montoya / The B.B. King Blues Club All-Stars B.B. King's (NYC) Jukebox The Ghost Bowery Ballroom (NYC) John Mayall City Winery (NYC)
Wednesday, March 23
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Dressed To Kill (Kiss Tribute) K.J. Farrell's (Bellmore) Blues At Sunset: Open Jam With The Sunset Boyz Sunset Grill (Seaford) Satellite Show Presents: Live Music Mr. Beery's (Bethpage) Ed Kaercher Big Daddy's (Massapequa) Phil Smith Manning's (Carle Place) Country Night Lily Flanagan's (Babylon) Open Jam Mickey Malone's (Floral Park) Jerry Costanzo And His Trio Don Lorenzo's Restaurant & Lounge (Glen Cove) Open Mic w/"Big Daddy" John Struck The Homestead (Oyster Bay) Open Mic w/The Night Owls Band Phat Daddy's (Oceanside) Open Mic hosted by Robert Sloan Front Street Pub (Massapequa Park) Country Music Originals Night Jetty Bar & Grill (Long Beach) Tommy T. Mudcat Blues Jam w/Mike Nugent and Ian Petillo The Breakers (Bayville) Randy & P.J. Of The Zoo Nutty Irishman (Farmingdale) Country Wednesdays Otto's Sea Grill (Freeport) Karaoke With DJ Chris Of Songbird Entertainment Blue Parrot Lounge (Massapequa) BRB (Best Rock Ballads) The Living Room (Bethpage) Karaoke Night With DJ Greg Corner Galley Restaurant (Massapequa)
David Glukh Duo Landmark On Main Street (Port Washington) Jim Treutlein R.S. Jones (Merrick) Suffolk The Cogs Singles Open Jam The Stadium (Bohemia) Garet Newman's Jazz Jam East End Republican Club (Sayville) Open Blues/Jazz Jam Park Avenue Studios/Briggs Music (Huntington) Open Jam Night with Jim Kolman The Diamond Club & Sports Bar (Ronkonkoma) Open Mic hosted by Johnny B. Quogue East Pub (East Quogue) Open Mic Night Sea Cove (Center Moriches) Open Mic With Ryan Fitzpatrick BrickHouse Brewery (Patchogue) Open Jam / Paint Night Off Key Tikki (Patchogue) Karaoke With DJ Frankenstein & Nicole Red River Inn (Yaphank) Wayne Sabella & Guests Grasso's (Cold Spring Harbor) Country Night Lily Flanagan's (Babylon) NYC/Queens David Bromberg City Winery (NYC) Purim Bash B.B. King's (NYC) Patti Austin The Blue Note (NYC) Death By Unga Unga / Quinn XCII Mercury Lounge (NYC) G. Love & Special Sauce Bowery Ballroom (NYC) Muthmath Terminal 5 (NYC)
Thursday, March 24
Nassau Live Band Karaoke / Sir Duke (Stevie Wonder Tribute) K.J. Farrell's (Bellmore) Memphis Crawl The Lounge At The Space
At Westbury A Witch's Brew E.B. Elliot's (Freeport) Open Mic Mr. Beery's (Bethpage) Open Mic With Benoir The Hub (Island Park) Mike & The Outlaws Suite 1828 (Merrick) Acoustic Open Mic With Frank Walker Eleanor Rigby's (Mineola) Trivia Night With DJ Greg Corner Galley Restaurant (Massapequa) Pros & Cons Still Partners (Sea Cliff) Thursday Night Music Club Tocolo Cantina (Garden City) Tiberius (Acoustic) Front Street Pub (Massapequa) The Other Shoe D.F. Meadows (East Meadow) Debra Lynn R.S. Jones (Merrick) Suffolk Tasting Notes Jazz Club at Harmony Vineyards (Head Of The Harbor) Jam / Showcase With Tom Pekar Red River Inn (Yaphank) The Irish Sessions Grey Horse Tavern (Bayport) Bobby Sexton Trio Bar Louie (Commack) The Roosters Shandon Court (East Islip) Frank O'Brien & Tim Givens Grasso's (Cold Spring Harbor) Acoustic Thursdays Lily Flanagan's (Babylon) Nisen 347 Thursdays Niesen 347 (Saint James) Karaoke BrickHouse Brewery (Patchogue) This Life We Live / Inherit The Earth / Adiron Revolution (Amityville) Atomic Red Hots Treme (Islip) Path We Choose / Silenus /More Of Myself To Kill / Consonance / Trace Your Steps / Necropia 89 North Music Venue (Patchogue)
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Calendar NYC/Queens David Bromberg City Winery (NYC) Patti Austin The Blue Note (NYC) Classical Music Thursday Thai Rock (Rockaway Beach) Jukebox The Ghost Bowery Ballroom (NYC) Howard Mercury Lounge (NYC) Ada Dyer & The A Band (Aretha Franklin Tribute) B.B. King's Blues Club (NYC)
Friday, March 25
Nassau Wonderous Stories / The Mystic K.J. Farrell's (Bellmore) Barstool Sports' Back To The '90s Party: Plunge / Larger Than Life Mulcahy's Pub & Music Hall (Wantagh) The Nina Gordon Party Glen Cove Mansion The 360s Manning's (Carle Place) Little Wilson / Bad Sandwich Big Daddy's (Massapequa) Vavoom / Drop Dead Sexy The Nutty Irishman (Farmingdale) PDT Entertainment Presents: Live Music Mr. Beery's (Bethpage) Live Music Eleanor Rigby's (Mineola) Decadia Living Room (Bethpage) The Rockinghams Puglia's (Garden City) Dinny Keg Band Swing The Teapot (Floral Park) Generations Sunset Grill (Seaford) Noiz E.B. Elliot's (Freeport) Parade Trotters (Franklin Square) The Polka Brothers Plattduetsche Park (Franklin Square) Atomic Red Hots Still Partners (Sea Cliff) The Veltones Corner Galley Restaurant (Massapequa) The Fantoms Blue Parrot (Massapequa) The Revelators D.F. Meadows (East Meadow) Chic 'N Martini R.S. Jones (Merrick)
Your Guide To Local Events Suffolk Paul Zerdin The Paramount (Huntington) MSRP Giacomo Jack's (Amityville) Gene Casey & The Lone Sharks Grey Horse Tavern (Bayport) The Fugitives Shandon Court (East Islip) Big Laughs In Bay Shore (Live Comedy) Boulton Center (Bay Shore) The Electric Dudes Black & Blues Seafood Chophouse (Huntington) Schism (Tool Tribute) / VAtallica (Metallica Tribute) / Facelift (Alice In Chains Tribute) / Hurry (Rush Tribute) Revolution (Amityville) Joe Alterman Grasso's (Cold Spring Harbor) Pilgrim Soul Lily Flanagan's (Babylon) In The Groove / The Cher-iest Show On Earth (Cher Tribute) 89 North Music Venue (Patchogue) Live Music Off Key Tikki (Patchogue) Lisa Lisa The Emporium (Patchogue) Balkun Brothers Treme (Islip) Josey Wales Band Red River Inn (Yaphank) Sir Cadian Rhythm / Cassandra House (Happy Hour) BrickHouse Brewery (Patchogue) DJ Epic Lily Flanagan's (Babylon) Andy Aledort & The Groove Kings Stephen Talkhouse (Amagansett) Goodman Fiske Painter's Restaurant (Brookhaven) Live Music Sea Levels (Brightwaters) New Life Crisis Martha Clara Vineyards (Riverhead) NYC/Queens Joe Purdy City Winery (NYC) The Motor Tom / Kevin Garrett Mercury Lounge (NYC) Patti Austin The Blue Note (NYC) Crisette Michele B.B. King's (NYC) Lake Street Dive Beacon Theatre (NYC)
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Oldies Tribute Bands Le Poisson Rouge (NYC) Carly Rae Jepsen Terminal 5 (NYC) Mac Sabbath Highline Ballroom (NYC) Breakaway / Sweet Suzi / John Puglisi Thai Rock (Rockaway Beach) Empress Of Bowery Ballroom (NYC) After Dark B.B.'s Pub & Grill (Flushing)
Saturday, March 26
Nassau Big Shot (Billy Joel Tribute) Mulcahy's Pub & Music Hall (Wantagh) Decadia / For The Record K.J. Farrell's (Bellmore) FiveStone E.B. Elliot (Freeport) Hello Brooklyn / That 70s Band The Nutty Irishman (Farmingdale) Live Deejays Jetty Bar & Grill (Long Beach) Jazz Brunch With Jack Morelli MP Taverna (Roslyn) Live Music Savoy Tavern (Merrick) The Acchords Puglia's (Garden City) Playing Dead / The Best Lies / Modern Trigger Mr. Beery's (Bethpage) Live Music Eleanor Rigby's (Mineola) John Kouri & The Hambones Swing The Teapot (Floral Park) Against The Grain Sunset Grill (Seaford) Goodheart Blue Parrot Lounge (Massapequa) Hambones Trotters (Franklin Square) The Mystic Plattduetsche Park (Franklin Square) Russ Seeger Band R.S. Jones (Merrick) Milagro (Santana Tribute) Still Partners (Sea Cliff) The '90s Band Manning's (Carle Place) Suffolk Carly Rae Jepsen The Paramount (Huntington)
12 Noon Giacomo Jack's (Amityville) The Legendary Murphys Black & Blues Seafood Chophouse (Huntington) So Is Red Bulldog Grille (Amityville) Bright Lights (Matchbox Twenty Tribute) / Big-Eyed Phish (Dave Matthews Band Tribute) 89 North Music Venue (Patchogue) LHT / Black & Sparrow Stephen Talkhouse (Amagansett) Funkin' A BrickHouse Brewery (Patchogue) Strecker Painter's Restaurant (Brookhaven) The Cara Band Shandon Court (East Islip) Ayako Shirasaki & Noriko Ueda Grasso's (Cold Spring Harbor) Ray Anderson: Ray's Proteges Jazz Tasting Notes Jazz Club at Harmony Vineyards (Head Of The Harbor) Badfish: A Tribute To Sublime / Bunktown Falls·/ Mint State / Samurai Pizza Cats Revolution (Amityville) Radio Riot The Arden (Port Jefferson) DJ Oscar G The Emporium (Patchogue) Live Irish Music / Live DJ Lily Flanagan's (Babylon) The Black Circle Project Red River Inn (Yaphank) Live Deejay Village Idiot Pub (Patchogue) Stagecoach Off Key Tikki (Patchogue) The Affordable Blues Band Treme (Islip) Martin Lucas Trio Grey Horse Tavern (Bayport) Gibraltar Jazz On The Waterfront (Patchogue) Live Jazz Martha Clara Vineyards (Riverhead) NYC/Queens Marc Cohn City Winery (NYC) Shalamar Reloaded Featuring Jody Whatley B.B. King's (NYC) Steve'N'Seagulls / Petite Noir Mercury Lounge (NYC) Rising Appalachia Bowery Ballroom (NYC) Galactic / Cyril Neville & Erica Falls /
Calendar Soulive Terminal 5 (NYC) Patti Austin The Blue Note (NYC) Brad Vickers & His Vestapolitans Thai Rock (Rockaway Beach) Open Mic B.B.'s Pub & Grill (Flushing)
Sunday, March 27 Nassau Curt Arnel & Friends Open Jam K.J. Farrell’s (Bellmore) Jazz Brunch With Jack Morelli MP Taverna (Roslyn) Live Music Mr. Beery's (Bethpage) Live Irish Music Connoly Station (Malverne) Live Reggae Jetty Bar & Grill (Long Beach) Live Jazz Brunch City Cellar (Westbury) Little Wilson / Au Privave Jazz Big Daddy's (Massapequa) Kenny Hendricks Corner Galley R Grey Horse Tavern (Bayport) Suffolk Ray Anderson's Tasting Notes Jazz Club Harmony Vineyards (Head Of The Harbor) Tommy Mulvihill Shandon Court (East Islip) Live Breakfast Music Village Idiot Pub (Patchogue) Live Irish Music Lily Flanagan's (Babylon) Joe Carter Duo Grasso's (Cold Spring Harbor) Jam With Jim Moran Red River Inn (Yaphank) NXT Level Band Off Key Tikki (Patchogue) Jazz Jam Session Treme (Islip) Brian McGeough Carney’s (Amityville) NYC/Queens Open Mic with Anthony Gibney Diving Bell (Sunnyside) Bluegrass Jam Hosted By Dave McKeon & Mary Noecker Of Moonshine Falls The Irish Whiskey Bar (Astoria) DMX B.B. King's (NYC) Marc Cohn City Winery (NYC) Red Baraat's Festival Of Colors Bowery Ballroom (NYC) Patti Austin The Blue Note (NYC) Mike Tedesco Thai Rock (Rockaway Beach)
Monday, March 28
Nassau Open Mic & Jam Hosted by Kenny Forgione K.J. Farrell's (Bellmore) Industry Night Allegria Hotel (Long Beach) Suffolk Open Mic Comedy Show Shakers Pub (Oakdale) Musicians Night Hosted by Gil McLean Shandon Court (East Islip) Open Mic with Dave Drew The Bartini Bar (Babylon) Open Mic Night Hosted by Jerry Ramone The Crooked Rail (Northport) Open Jam with Rockin' Rob Diamond Club (Ronkonkoma) Open Mic Night w/Kenn Village Lanterne (Lindenhurst) Open Mic Featuring Bobby Dee, John Dobert, & Johnny Mac Sea Cove (Center Moriches) Open Mic Night Stephen Talkhouse (Amagansett) Open Mic Night Sea Cove (Center Moriches) Acoustic Open Mic BrickHouse Brewery (Patchogue) Open Mic Even Flow (Bay Shore) NYC/Queens Jam with Richie Cannata The Bitter End (NYC) Open Jazz Jam Session Kitano New York Hotel (NYC) Benoit Pioulard Mercury Lounge (NYC) The Jewish Week's Grand Wine Tasting City Winery (NYC) Metal Church B.B. King's (NYC) The James Moody Jazz Scholarship Of New Jersey The Blue Note (NYC)
Your Guide To Local Events Tuesday, March 29 Nassau Original Music Showcase: Rude Mood / Melting Pots / The Black Petals K.J. Farrell's (Bellmore) Open Mic hosted by Mike Dorio Jack Halyard's American Bar & Grill (Oyster Bay) Southbound The Nutty Irishman (Farmingdale) Jazz Jam Session Walk Street Tavern (New Hyde Park) JBL Paddy's Loft (Massapequa) Karaoke E.B. Elliot (Freeport) Body & Soul Puglia's (Garden City) Suffolk Acoustic Open Mic Nite hosted by David Jon Paisley 50 Yard Line (West Babylon) Open Mic with Shaun Lally Flanagan's Pub (Ronkonkoma) Michelle Mallardi Grasso's (Cold Spring Harbor) Open Mic Night Hosted by Jerry Ramone The Crooked Rail (Northport) The Cogs Singles Open Jam Gator Blue (East Islip) Ray Anderson & Steve Salerno Tasting Notes Jazz Club at Harmony Vineyards (Head Of The Harbor) Ward Cloughen Shandon Court (East Islip) Open Mic with Dan Acosta & DJ Harry Oke The Thirsty Scholar (Holbrook) Open Jam w/George Cintron & Rob DeMartino Katie's of Smithtown Open Mic Comiskey Park Bar (Saint James) Vinyl Night With Jordan Miller BrickHouse Brewery (Patchogue) NYC/Queens B.B. King Blues Club All-Stars B.B. King's (NYC) Wallace Roney The Blue Note (NYC) Newborn Mercury Lounge (NYC) Gin Wetmore Bowery Ballroom (NYC)
Wednesday, March 30
Nassau Wonderous Stories K.J. Farrell's (Bellmore) Randy & P.J. Of The Zoo The Nutty Irishman (Farmingdale) Country Music Originals Night Jetty Bar & Grill (Long Beach) Open Jam Mickey Malone's (Floral Park) Monsignor Ghost Mr. Beery's (Bethpage) Jerry Costanzo And His Trio Don Lorenzo's Restaurant and Lounge (Glen Cove) Open Mic w/The Night Owls Band Phat Daddy's (Oceanside) Open Mic hosted by Robert Sloan Front Street Pub (Massapequa Park) Open Mic with "Big Daddy" John Struck The Homestead (Oyster Bay) Tommy T. Mudcat Blues Jam with Mike Nugent and Ian Petillo The Breakers (Bayville) Karoke With DJ Chris Of Songbird Entertainment Blue Parrot (Massapequa) Karaoke Night With DJ Greg Corner Galley Restaurant (Massapequa) Phil Smith Manning's (Carle Place) Generations Living Room (Bethpage) Mike Martino R.S. Jones (Merrick) Suffolk The Cogs Singles Open Jam The Stadium (Bohemia) Open Jam Night with Jim Kolman Diamond Club & Sports Bar (Ronkonkoma) Garet Newman's Jazz Jam East End Republican Club (Sayville) Open Mic Night Sea Cove (Center Moriches) Open Blues/Jazz Jam Park Avenue Studios/Briggs Music (Huntington) Open Mic hosted by Johnny B. Quogue East Pub (East Quogue) Open Mic BrickHouse Brewery (Patchogue) Live Deejay Village Idiot Pub (Patchogue) Open Jam / Paint Night Off Key Tikki (Patchogue) Country Night Lily Flanagan's (Babylon)
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Calendar Wayne Sabella Trio Grasso's (Cold Spring Harbor) The Expendables / Passafire / Roots Of Creation / Nonstop To Cairo Revolution (Amityville) Brian McGeough Carney’s (Amityville) NYC/Queens The Infamous Stringdusters Bowery Ballroom (NYC) The Music Of David Bowie (Live Rehearsal Show): Holy Holy City Winery (NYC) The Virginmarys Mercury Lounge (NYC) Wallace Roney The Blue Note (NYC)
Thursday, March 31 Nassau
Live Band Karaoke / Simple Dreams (Linda Ronstadt Tribute) K.J. Farrell’s (Bellmore) The Offshore Regulars The Lounge At The Space At Westbury Open Mic With Benoir The Hub (Island Park) Jazz & Sushi Night Allegria Hotel (Long Beach) Open Mic Night Spice's Restaurant (Baldwin) Open Mic Night Mr. Beery's (Bethpage) Acoustic Open Mic with Frank Walker Eleanor Rigby's (Mineola) Salsa Night Holiday Inn (Carle Place) Mike & The Outlaws Suite 1828 (Merrick) A Witch's Brew E.B. Elliot's (Freeport) Thursday Night Music Club Tocolo Cantina (Garden City) The Biscuit Kings R.S. Jones (Merrick) Brian McGeough Grillfire (Merrick) Suffolk Ray Anderson & Steve Salerno Tasting
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Your Guide To Local Events Notes Jazz Club at Harmony Vineyards (Head Of The Harbor) Nisen 347 Thursdays Niesen 347 (Saint James) Jelly Jam & Showcase With Tom Pekar Red River Inn (Yaphank) Robben Ford Boulton Center (Bay Shore) Ricky Roche Bulldog Grille (Amityville) Acoustic Thursdays Lily Flanagan's (Babylon) Frank O' Brien & Tim Givens Grasso's (Cold Spring Harbor) The Hitman Blues Jam Treme (Islip) Cold Shot (Stevie Ray Vaughan Tribute) Bar Louie (Commack) Outrageous Open Mic Night Stephen Talkhouse (Amagansett) NYC/Queens Jazz Night Smoke BBQ Pit (Jamaica) Alive 'N Kickin' Duo Thai Rock (Rockaway Beach) The Infamous Stringdusters Bowery Ballroom (NYC) Squirrels From Hell Shrine World Music Venue (NYC) Johnny Clegg B.B. King's (NYC) Sepoy / Grand Electric / Chapell Mercury Lounge (NYC) Omar Sosa The Blue Note (NYC) Sean Watkins City Winery (NYC)
Friday, April 1
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O El Amor / 45 RPM Mulcahy's Pub & Music Hall (Wantagh) Last Exit (Pearl Jam Tribute) / Bright Lights (Matchbox 20 Tribute) / Rolling Stoned (Rolling Stones Tribute) K.J. Farrell's (Bellmore) Keb Mo' / Gerald Albright The Space At Westbury
Plunge Larger Than Life Mulcahy's Pub & Music Hall, Wantagh March 29 Beginning At 9 PM muls.com (516) 783-7500 It's the second annual salute to the sounds of the “plastic decade” as these purveyors of classic sounds take the big stage at Mul's – including the famed boy band tribute Larger Than Life (pictured right). 14 • Good Times Magazine - March 22 - April 4, 2016
Patti LaBelle NYCB Theatre At Westbury Harpeth Rising Garden Stage/UU Congregation Of Central Nassau (Garden City) The Tremors Swing The Teapot (Floral Park) Live Music Jetty Bar & Grill (Long Beach) Live Music Savoy Tavern (Merrick) 12X / South Shore Rockers The Nutty Irishman (Farmingdale) Noiz Puglia's (Garden City) Ghost Pressure / Sea Fox / Ninja Tree House / Others Mr. Beery's (Bethpage) Live Music Eleanor Rigby's (Mineola) In The Groove Living Room (Bethpage) Streetfighter (Rolling Stones Tribute) Sunset Grill (Seaford) Wild Side / Rock Of Ages D.F. Meadows (East Meadow) Live Music Trotters (Franklin Square) The Legendary Murphys Plattduetsche Park (Franklin Square) Brian Duggan Corner Galley Restaurant (Massapequa)
Chicken Head Still Partners (Sea Cliff) Karen Mason Landmark On Main Street
(Port Washington) Shockwave Bacaros Restaurant (Massapequa) Joe Satriani Tilles Center (Brookville) Adelphi Symphony: Bach Adelphi University Performing Arts Center (Garden City) Brian McGeough Kitty O’Hara’s (Baldwin)
Suffolk Back To The '90s: Jessie's Girl The Paramount (Huntington) Brother Pluckers Grey Horse Tavern (Bayport) The Alter Eagles (Eagles Tribute) / Sons Of Skynard (Lynyrd Skynyrd Tribute) Revolution (Amityville) Billboard Live / New Life Crisis 89 North
Music Venue (Patchogue) Captain Jack The Emporium (Patchogue) Live Deejay Lily Flanagan's (Babylon) Somethin' Fresh Painter's Restaurant (Brookhaven) Red Tide / The House Wreckers Stephen Talkhouse (Amagansett) Live Music Sea Levels (Brightwaters) Caution Shandon Court (East Islip) Comedy: Joseph Vecsey / Nore Davis / Neko White / Kase Raso Bay Street Theater (Sag Harbor) Songs In The Attic (Billy Joel Tribute) Suffolk Theater (Riverhead) NYC/Queens Johnny Clegg B.B. King's (NYC) Logic Terminal 5 (NYC) Larry Campbell & Teresa Williams City Winery (NYC) The Fresh Kids Of Bel-Air Le Poisson Rouge (NYC) Omar Sosa The Blue Note (NYC) Basia Bulat Bowery Ballroom (NYC) Archdeacon Thai Rock (Rockaway Beach) Malblum / Leah Wellbaum / Vagabon / Real Life Buildings Mercury Lounge (NYC) Lisa Vetrone Bushwick Public House (Brooklyn) The Revivers B.B.'s Pub & Grill (Flushing)
Saturday, April 2 Nassau Halfstep (Grateful Dead Tribute) / The Haks K.J. Farrell's (Bellmore) Big Shot (Billy Joel Tribute) Mulcahy's Pub & Music Hall (Wantagh) Sinbad NYCB Theatre At Westbury Petty Rumours (Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers And Fleetwood Mac Tribute) / FM (Steely Dan Tribute) / Beginnings (Chicago Tribute) The Space At Westbury
The Best Venues & Bars, Unveiling The Stars Cold Shot For The Record Bar Louie, K.J. Farrell's, Bellmore Commack March 26 At 7 PM March 31 At 10 PM kjfarrells.com barlouie.com (516) 804-9925 (631) 410-8400 For The Record was formed by veterans of several The Long Island successful and influential Long Island bands, and debut of this popular modern national pub chain will feature live music every week – including this performance by the LI-based Stevie Ray Vaughan & Double Trouble tribute.
entertains audiences with just-like-the-records renderings of party and rock songs. The band's music spans a wide genre of classic rock, funk and pop, from the brash energy of the early Beatles to The Doobie Brothers and America to a whole lot more. In typical Farrell’s fashion, that’s not nearly all you get: After FTR leaves the stage, Decadia gets the music started once again at 10 pm.
Calendar Plain Jane Blue Parrot (Massapequa) Hokis Pokis Puglia's (Garden City) The Zoo / Allman Brothers Hour The Nutty Irishman (Farmingdale) Live Music Eleanor Rigby's (Mineola) Eye For An Eye / Muledose Mr. Beery's (Bethpage) Live Deejays Jetty Bar & Grill (Long Beach) Live Music Savoy Tavern (Merrick) The Kennedys Swing The Teapot (Floral Park) The Legendary Murphys Sunset Grill (Seaford) Brunch With Jack Morelli MP Taverna (Roslyn) Live Music Trotters (Franklin Square) Wonderous Stories Plattduetsche Park (Franklin Square) The Nina Gordon Party Glen Cove Mansion King Fisher Still Partners (Sea Cliff) The Carman Avenue Band D.F. Meadows (East Meadow) Shadows Of The '60s Presents Friendship Train Landmark On Main Street (Port Washington) Senior Recital Adelphi University Performing Arts Center (Garden City) Suffolk The Cara Band Shandon Court (East Islip) Ray Anderson: Ray's Proteges Jazz Tasting Notes Jazz Club at Harmony Vineyards (Head Of The Harbor) The Electrix Toomey's Tavern (Amityville) Dee Harris Trio Giacomo Jack's (Amityville) Sidetracked (Sayville) Beausoleil Avec Michael Doucet Boulton Center (Bay Shore) The Vine Brothers Grey Horse Tavern (Bayport) Trade Winds Bulldog Grille (Amityville) Naughty By Nature The Emporium (Patchogue) Live DJ Villiage Idiot Pub (Patchogue)
Your Guide To Local Events DJ Epic / Live Irish Music Lily Flanagan's (Babylon) 45 RPM / Flashback 89 North Music Venue (Patchogue) Zombie Wedding Suffolk Theater (Riverhead) O El Amor Painter's Restaurant (Brookhaven) Ready In 10 The Arden (Port Jefferson) Hello Brooklyn Stephen Talkhouse (Amagansett) A Night At The Fillmore Bay Street Theater (Sag Harbor) Steve Gillette & Cindy Mangsen / Jack Williams Congregational Church Of Huntington (Centerport) Live Music Martha Clara Vineyards (Riverhead) NYC/Queens Laura Stevenson Mercury Lounge (NYC) Omar Sosa The Blue Note (NYC) Jessie's Girl (80s Tribute) Le Poisson Rouge (NYC) Small Black Bowery Ballroom (NYC) Godfrey Townsend & Friends: Eric Clapton Birthday Celebration B.B. King's (NYC) Anoushka Shankar: Land Of Gold City Winery (NYC) The Rockinghams B.B.'s Pub & Grill (Flushing) Derek Warfield & The Young Wolfetones Thai Rock (Rockaway Beach) Ian Kay — A Musical Journey From Doo Wop To Jazz: Ian Kay & The OKs / The New York Belles / Low Key Acappella / Leon Petruzzi With The NY Little Big Band Kupferberg Center/Queens College (Flushing)
Sunday, April 3
Nassau Curt Arnel & Friends Open Jam Featuring
Glen Goldman, Tim Smith, & Paul Karekinian / Jammin' Canvas: Wine & Painting K.J. Farrell’s (Bellmore) Live Jazz Brunch City Cellar (Westbury) Live Jazz: King Cobras / 52nd Street Jazz Big Daddy's (Massapequa) Live Music Mr. Beery's (Bethpage) Brunch With Jack Morelli MP Taverna (Roslyn) Steve Wilson / Lewis Nash Duo Tilles Center (Brookville) John Sebastian & Tom Rush Landmark On Main Street (Port Washington) Kenny Hendricks Corner Galley Restaurant (Massapequa)
Bluegrass Jam Hosted By Dave McKeon & Mary Noecker Of Moonshine Falls The Irish Whiskey Bar (Astoria) Open Mic w/Anthony Gibney Diving Bell (Sunnyside) Katie Pearlman & Richard Lanahan Thai Rock (Rockaway Beach) Omar Sosa The Blue Note (NYC) Delta Deep B.B. King's (NYC) Anoushka Shankar: Land Of Gold City Winery (NYC)
Suffolk The Wonder Years The Paramount (Huntington) Live Breakfast Music Village Idiot Pub (Patchogue) Ray Anderson's Tasting Notes Jazz Club Harmony Vineyards (Head Of The Harbor) Open Mic Comiskey Park Bar (Saint James) Live Reggae Off Key Tikki (Patchogue) Jam With Jim Moran Red River Inn (Yaphank) Mike Armando Martha Clara Vineyards (Riverhead) Live Irish Music Lily Flanagan's (Babylon) The Senior Pops Orchestra Huntington High School Tommy Mulvihill Shandon Court (East Islip) Dave March (Sunday Brunch) Grey Horse Tavern (Bayport) Stevie G.B.'s Big Variety Show: Kayla Stockert / Lisa Polizzi / John Shea / Sarah Quinn / “Wild” Bill Sherman / Lee Ann Brill / Les Degan / Joey Luongo 89 North Music Venue (Patchogue) Green Room Recording: Battle Of The Acts Revolution (Amityville)
Nassau Industry Night Allegria Hotel (Long Beach) Open Mic & Jam hosted by Kenny Forgione K.J. Farrell's (Bellmore) Singer/Songwriter Night Big Daddy's (Massapequa)
Sound Of Cries Mercury Lounge (NYC)
Monday, April 4
Suffolk Open Mic Comedy Show Shakers Pub (Oakdale) Open Mic with Dave Drew The Bartini Bar (Babylon) Open Mic Night w/Kenn Village Lanterne (Lindenhurst) Musicians Night Hosted by Gil McLean Shandon Court (East Islip) Acoustic Open Mic BrickHouse Brewery (Patchogue) Open Mic Featuring Bobby Dee, John Dobert, & Johnny Mac Sea Cove (Center Moriches) Open Mic Night Sea Cove (Center Moriches)
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STUDIO NEWS The Native Alien Tribe
News from Suffolk Recording Studios in Patchogue: The Long Island-based original indie band, The Native Alien Tribe, has begun recording new material for its long-awaited debut full-length album to be released later this year. A cult following throughout the LI scene has continued to push “the Tribe,” as its fans call it, to new heights both locally and beyond. For more
Green Room
information on this fast-rising group, log on to thenativealientribe.com; for more on the studio, log on to suffolk recordingstudios.com. Green Room Recording Studios in Amityville hosted a massive “battle of the bands,” all in quest of earning free studio time, on March 13 at the rock palace Revolution in Amityville. Learn more about Green Room at Facebook.com. A legend recently got his due: The Les Paul Foundation recently presided over the official dedication and opening of The Les Paul Studio for Music Recording and Sound Design at Ramapo College in Mawah, New Jersey on February 27. The state-of-the-art
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S uu bbm S m ii tt rr ee cc oo rr dd ii nn gg ss tt uu dd ii oo nn ee w w ss tt oo ggtt m maa gg@ @ oo pp tt oo nn ll ii nn ee .. nn ee tt music studio, dedicated to the music legend, famed inventor, and guitarist, will educate the musical luminaries of the future and bridges the worlds of analog and digital sound. Much like Paul, the studio was built to help students create and learn while giving them an opportunity to push their own boundaries as performers or in technology. The Les Paul Studio for Music Recording and Sound Design features a separate control room and live Les room with Paul an isolated Studios vocal booth. Funded with a grant from the Les Paul Foundation, this state-of-the art studio combines analog and digital technologies in order to teach students a widerange of tools and to expand their creative palettes. Learn much more
at LesPaulFoundation.org. One of the area's longest-lasting hard rock bands, Steel Wolf, has been in the news: Log on to steelwolf.com to watch the new music video recorded and edited by Vast Expanse Productions, starring the band's Ed Adomaitis; you can also view the video at YouTube. Lisa Vetrone, a young singer with a fantastic voice, recently completed her debut EP, which was scheduled to hit the stores on March 1; Vetrone will be our featured “Long Island Spotlight” artist for our next issue. The 22-year-old 60s- and '70sinspired blues/rock singer/songwriter recorded the five-song EP at the famed Sabella Studios in Roslyn Heights. The new release features the original songs "Heavy Love,"
is on the cusp of its release
noted in our last Tommy “Studio News,” Perrotta two bands from & Barry Rock Facebook. two different Beneath The Sun spots on the Studios in Hicksville, helmed musical specby producer Mick James, trum – hard continues to draw the cream rocking actual of area musicians. In to record firefighters or rehearse of late have been Afterburn and such talents as Jam Authority pop stars The with guest vocals by Dave Classic Kids – Anthony Seubert; Barry Rock, recently who brought to the studio rehearsed at Rapture Sound such luminaries as guitarist Studios in Tommy Perrotta, keyboardist Syosset. It's Matt Freidman (Broadway's typical of the Movin' Out and Jersey Boys), diversity of artists attracted to the red and drummer Lou Agiesta hot Rapture, which offers five state (The Brooklyn Bridge); hard of the art rehearsal rooms. The studio rockers Beyond The Flames; and recently many Jenny released an more Mann Of incredible article artists of Blameshift that all serious all musicians genres. should read; Learn it's entitleld “4 more Ways To about Improve Your this Band's lavish Performance,” new and it's free for facility all by logging on by callto raptureing (631) sound.com. 882Contact the 1327. studio to see As we
Lisa as well; find out more by Vetrone joining their legion of fans on
"1969," "Wanderlust," and two acoustic bonus tracks,"Ain't No Fool," and "Johnnie Walker." Learn more at lisavetrone.com, or find her at Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram; for more on how to become the next artist to record a national release at Sabella, log on to sabellastudios.com or call (516) 484-0862. Long Island's veteran road warriors, the always touring Blameshift, is enjoying the fruits of their labors of late: Their newest single, "Tell Me It's Alright,” is listed at the UTR rock charts. It's also been added to the Music Choice TV network, available on most cable TV systems as well as Verizon FIOS. The group's new album
their spanking new facility – the studio’s motto is “run by musicians for musicians” – by calling them at (516) 433-0070.
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Arts Announcements
J o h n Medford P o p p e r Check website for show dates; (631) 730-3333; goodolddanceband.com The regular monthly show of Mike Virostko and his 17-piece swing band. Dancing, raffles, and more. Log on for the next show dates.
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Neil Berg's Pianomen John W. Engeman Theatre At Northport April 3 at 7 pm; (631) 261-2900; engemantheatre.com Engeman Theatre: A musical tribute to rock stars Elton John and Billy Joel. Books John Popper Book Revue, Huntington April 2 at 7 pm; (631) 271-1442; bookrevue.com The lead singer and frontman of Blues Traveler, John Popper, will speak and sign his new book: Suck And Blow: And Other Stories I'm Not Supposed To Tell. Children: Rumplestiltskin Arena Players Theatre, Vanderbilt Estate Carriage House, Centerport April 2 through 24;
(516) 293-0674; ArenaPlayers.org Arena Players: The classic children's tale comes to life on the big stage. Comedy Jessica Kirson McGuire's, Bohemia March 25 & 26; (631) 467-5413; govs.com This Long Island favorite turned national headliner comes to Long Island for a well-deserved trio of headlining shows. Concerts Good Old Dance Band St. Sylvester's Parish Center,
Film Bay Street Theater Film Series Weekends (log on for show times); baystreet.org; (631) 725-9500 This winter, Bay Street Theater will spool two series of films on weekends, encompassing documentaries and children's fare. Coming up: Toy Story 3 on April 3. Hobbies Long Island Auto Replica Society Henrietta Acampora Recreation Center, Centereach Third Thursday of every month at 7 pm; (516) 884-2270; Jessica (631) 946-6335 Kirson The L.I.A.R.S. monthly meetings are open to anyone with an interest in building scale models of automobiles. Call for more information and meeting dates. Theater First Date Smithtown Center For The Performing Arts Through March 26; (631) 724-3700; smithtownpac.org The famed musical comedy makes its Long Island debut.
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L.I.A.R.S.
The Pirates Of Penzance BayWay Arts Center, East Islip
Neil Berg
40 years of marriage. Ben decides to leave for New York City to visit his son, Norman – who had left home to "find himself” in a way that is dad never fathomed. Godspell Theatre Three, Port Jefferson Through March 26; (631) 928-9100; theatrethree.com Jeffrey Sanzel directs this revival of a musical that took 1970s Broadway by storm.
April 9 through 24; (631) 581-2700; broadhollow.org BroadHollow Theatre Company: “Everyone's first high school musical” gets a more lavish, just-likeBroadway BroadHollow treatment. I Ought To Be In Pictures BroadHollow Theatre, Elmont Public Library Through March 26; (516) 775-4420; broadhollow.org BroadHollow Theatre Company: A revival of the modern Broadway classic. Norman, Is That You? Merrick Theatre & Center For The Arts Through March 30; (516) 868 6400; merrick-theatre.com The famed comedy classic about a family dealing with their son's homosexuality. Ben Chambers, a dry cleaner from Dayton, Ohio, finds his wife has run away after
The Music Man Noel S. Ruiz Theatre At CM Peforming Arts Center, Oakdale Through April 10; (631) 218-2100; cmpac.com CM Performing Arts:
Godspell
The classic musical with the legendary score features “Seventy-Six Trombones,” “(Ya Got) Trouble,” “Till There Was You,” and a host of other songs now considered all-time standards of theater. Picnic Adelphi University Performing Arts Center, Garden City March 29 through April 3; (516) 877-4000; aupac.adelphi.edu Students from Adelphi University’s Department of Theatre petform this Pulitzer Prize-winning classic by William Inge.
Still Going Strong: Curtailed for some time because of an illness to Roger Daltrey and other factors, The Who's “The Who Hits 50!” tour is now finally back in full flight; the recent March 3 show at Madison Square Garden featured a rocking opening set from the ageless Joan Jett & The Blackhearts … Another legendary group (one which performed just a few days ago at The Paramount), southern rock act The Marshall Tucker Band is marking its 45th year of touring with its current trek. "I look back at it all now and just think, 'wow,'" said lead singer Doug Gray. "We've been doing this for 45
Joan Jett
Compiled by Bob Smith from news releases and reports; photo: Paul Rogers by Brad Gregory
Classic Rock The Legends Keep On Rolling
years and every year I get more excited about getting back out there to start a new tour. We wouldn't still be here if not for all the fans, young and old, who keep coming to see us every night. We love you all … here's to this year's long hard ride (Editor's note: that’s the name of the current tour)!" … For those who are both impetuous and have some free time: RockFest 80s is a two-day rock festival taking place on April 2 and 3 at Markham Park in South Florida; the stunning lineup includes headliners Bret Michaels and Paul Rogers on a bill that also includes Ace Frehley, Tom Keifer, Night Ranger, Warrant, The Romantics, John Waite, Winger, Geoff Tate, Sebastian Bach, Quiet Riot, Slaughter, Ratt, Fire House, Vixen, Lynch Mob, Trixter, Nelson, and Autograph. Incredible; tickets and info are at rockfestconcerts.com … Our area has once again made a bit of rock history: Last year's inaugural Gregg Allman Laid Back Festival at Nikon at Jones Beach Theater was so successful that it's going to be the focus of a mini-tour to five U.S. cities this summer – and, yes, it will return to Jones Beach on July 23 ... Two classic eras in one night:
The Zombies and Felix Cavaliere's Rascals take over The NYCB Theatre In Westbury on May 23 ... Iconoclassic Records continues its series of remastered re-releases by Canadian’s first supergroup The Guess Who. The label’s newest release is a pristine-sounding edition of 1971’s Share The Land,
Paul Rogers
featuring original liner notes and artwork and extensive quotes from the band’s members including lead singer Burton Cummings. The hits from the album were the title track and “Hand Me Down World.” The album also includes the-now FM staple “Bus Rider” and the pounding “Hang On To Your Life,” perhaps the hardest-rocking song ever by this group, which at the time featured guitarists Kurt Winter and Greg Leskiw.
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Easily ranked among the most popular standup comedians in the history of The NYCB Theatre At Westbury is Sinbad, whose string of appearances at the famed theater in the round has led to return shows and packed houses for years. So it’s no surprise that the stylish comic will return to the area on Saturday, April 2 at 8 pm, naturally at The NYCB Theatre at Westbury. Tickets are on sale now, and are available now online at ticketmaster.com, charge by phone at (800) 745-3000, or at the Westbury box office located on Brush Hollow Road. For more information, visit thetheatreatwestbury.com. Sinbad's latest comedy special for Comedy Central, Make Me Wanna Holla, is available now on DVD at Amazon.com and virtualy everywhere movies are sold. It wasn't all that long ago that this actor and comedian arrived on the scene with a "hit 'em in the face" style of comedy that has kept audiences laughing in the aisles for the past two decades. He freely admits that he doesn't know any jokes except for the ones that his dad told him "back in the day." The basis of his humor comes from everyone he's met, everything he's seen, and everything he's done. Ranked by Comedy Central as one of the top 100 standup comedians of all time, Sinbad has built a loyal following by taking the painful trials and embarassing tribulations of day-by-day life and throwing them back into his audiences' faces. Although he's not any kind of choirboy, Sinbad is the son of a preacher,
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and he decided to keep his comedy
Sailing clean after his father attended one of early performances. Up until that Back To his time, he had described his own NYCB Theatre comedic style as "semi-dirty." Sinbad At says that he learned that night that is funny," and noted that Westbury "funny masters of dirty comedy – such as
Redd Foxx, Richard Pryor and Lenny Bruce – had all been able to work clean without losing a step. Sinbad has also drawn fans from his HBO comedy specials "Brain Damaged" (1991), "Afros & Bellbottoms" (1993), "Son Of A Preacher Man" (1996), and "Nuthin' But The Funk" (1998). His HBO music concert series, "Sinbad's 70s Soul Music Festival," received the NAACP Image Award for consecutive two years as the Most Outstanding Variety Series/Special. He's also known for his appearances in hit movies such as "Jingle All the Way," in which he played opposite Arnold Schwarzenegger, and "Houseguest," which co-starred former “Saturday Night Live” cast member Phil Hartman. Later, Sinbad was also a cast member of the TV sitcom "A Different World," which premiered in 1986, as well as his own series, "The Sinbad Show," which ran in the mid-90s. More recently, he was a regular on “Celebrity Apprentice.” Live standup, however, remains this legend’s forte, and its that rare skill with audiences of all ages that keeps him an “A-list” headliner.
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Who: Bursting out of the gates with raw energy and high spirits, Pocketphuzz is a blues, jazz, and funk-inspired rock big band with members from throughout Long Island – all of whom are still in their teens. Given their vast array of influences and talents, their sound belies their scant ages; already, the group has performed at many of the area’s top venues, including Revolution in Amityville, The Blue Parrot in Massapequa, Katie's Of Smithtown, D.S. Shanahan's and Past Times in Kings Park, T.J. Halpin’s in Centereach, The North Tap in Mt. Sinai, and more. The “Phuzz,” as their fans refer to them, consists of bassist Matthew Vicari, singer Julianna Gape, guitarist Zack Silverberg, keyboardist and trumpet player Nicholas Barone, trombonist Blake Carey, and drummer, percussionist, and vocalist Jager Soss. The Artists & Their Sound: “We play blues, funk, jazz, and jam music, including covers and originals,” said Soss in describing this unique band. “Our style is a fusion of New Orleans funk, Allman Brothers jams, and heartfelt soul; we even rock a little Jackson Five and Stevie Wonder. We have only been together since June and we have already played about 15 live shows ... Some of our originals include the songs ‘More Rhythm, Less War’ and ‘Be Yourself.’” Both songs can now be heard on the band’s website. Our Take: Upon a listen to this group without seeing it, it is hard to believe that the musicians’ ages range from just 15 to 17. Displaying strong creatve command and a range of influences far beyond their tender years, Pocketphuzz offers up such a sweeping musical palate that the group has to be heard to be appreciated. It would be unfair to describe this act as a “jam band” – this is a group that swings from rock to funk to soul to jazz to pop without missing a beat ... and they manage to be an absolute good time all the while. – Bob Smith To Learn More About The Artists: For news of upcoming performances and recordings for Pocketphuzz, log on to pocketphuzz.com, or find them at Facebook, Twitter, and on Instagram at #pocketphuzz.
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The First Superstar Producer: This seems to be the year of classic rock “rest in peace” wishes. No one is getting any younger, but there does seems to be a deluge of passings since the end of 2015 and the new year's first light. The name of George Martin is one that will forever be
and, Carrie Underwood and Kelly Clarkson have gone on to become very successful singers – but for the most part, the show is a vanity project for creator Simon Cowell. Thankfully, “Idol” is wrapping up its last season, a lackluster victim of diminished ratings. Sticking around is NBC’s still-popular "The Voice," which will eventually bite the dust in the same fashion as “Idol.” So where’s the music? These days, MTV offers a series of reality-type stunts shows (“Catfish” and the properly titled "Ridiculousness"), sometimes seemingly running for an entire day,
Photos: Adam Lambert courtesy FOX; George Martin by Adam Sharp (CC)
Rhythm Tracking With Jimi LaLumia
associated with The Beatles; as a producer, A&R, and counsel, he was a prime factor in the band's signing, their sound, and the progress they made as artists in the studio (remember recording studios?) as the years went on. Martin was the type of classic, important character that just does not seem to emerge any longer, probably because of how the music business itself has changed so dramatically – and certainly not for the better. Tube Music: Television has always played a major role in how pop music makes its way into the public psyche; it is certainly how The Beatles became the monolith that they remain 50 years after making their first impact. Shows such as “Shindig” and “Hullabaloo” in the ’60s and “Solid Gold” and “Soul Train” in the ’70s were major forces where record sales and new trends were concerned, and Dick Clark's “American Bandstand” was there from the very beginning. Of course, next came the ’80s and MTV (back when music was the network’s priority). In the 2000s, the role music on TV took a turn for the worse with “American Idol,” a product of karaoke
Adam Lambert
and social media; unique personalities, bands, and trends were gone, and the “selfie” era had arrived. “Idol” resulted in similar shows popping up on competing networks, and the onslaught began. Record deals and stardom were promised, but with a few exceptions, it was all smoke and mirrors. Sure, it was good to discover the awesome Adam Lambert (who didn't win the competition, but did win stardom),
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probably a victim of budget slashing due to MTV's deserved low ratings) – and then there's “Teen Wolf." What a sad situation it all has turned into. MTV's sister station, VH1, has become the urban hip hop choice, and is somewhat hipper than MTV itself, but not by much. The music still takes a backseat to lifestyle programs, a trend that’s burning out faster than these networks seem to realize. They would be better off devoting time to the current obsession with comic book/fantasy entertainment, which is very “now” and bringing in big bucks at the box office and in merchandising. The biggest current buzz for young people (and some of us older ones) is the massive international success of Deadpool and the imminent arrivals of Batman v Superman and Captain America: Civil War. These type of events and the cosplay that comes along with them all has become the new rock & roll for many young people, and the MTV/VH1 folks are asleep at the wheel. Wake up!
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BITS & PIECES Lita Ford
tour. Ford was a member of the groundbreaking “all-girl” rock band The Runaways before setting out on a solo career that brought her legions of fans in both the classic rock and metal worlds. Get the scoop at litafordonline.com.
Geezer’s Plea: Stand Up For Cats
Ford’s Better Idea:
Lita Tours With Halestorm
The influential rock guitarist Lita Ford will release a new album, Time Capsule, on April 15, and the disc features an incredible lineup: Guests include Billy Sheehan (bass), Rodger Carter (drums), Dave Navarro (mandolin), Jeff Scott Soto (vocals), Rick Nielsen and Robin Zander (backing vocals), and Gene Simmons (bass). The first single, “Rotten To The Core,” can be streamed via the Noisey website (noisey.vice.com). Not only will Ford take to the road with her band for a string of headline dates and special shows this month, but will later join up with Halestorm providing direct support on their North American
Peter Wolf
Geezer Butler, founder and bassist of Black Sabbath – now on its farewell tour – has voiced his support for the NYS Declaw Ban. The law would make New York the first state in Geezer Butler the nation to ban the declawing of cats. “New York is one of Black Sabbath’s favorite states to perform in because New Yorkers are smart, open-minded, and compassionate,” wrote Butler in a statement. “I am particularly delighted to be coming back to the Empire State after learning from my friends at The Humane Society of the United States that there is a bill before lawmakers that, if passed, would ban the practice of declawing cats. Many know me as one of the founding members of Black Sabbath, but fewer likely know that I am what you might call a 'crazy cat person' ... I support the bill to ban the declawing of cats.” Sabbath recently performed in New York City.
Peter Wolf: His ‘Time’ Is Now
Photos: Lita Ford by Dustin Jack; Wet by Milan Zrnk
Tanya Donelly
Peter Wolf has released the first song from his new album, "Wastin' Time." The J. Geils Band singer has also announced a tour that will bring him to Bowery Ballroom in New York City on May 6. “Wastin’ Time” is the new single from Wolf’s new album, A Cure For Loneliness, which hits stores on April 8. On the web: peterwolf.com. Ta T an ny ya a D Do on ne el ll ly y: :
Stepping Out
A founding member of three influential post-punk era bands, Tanya Donelly (Breeders, Throwing Muses, Belly) will release Swan Song Series, a three-CD set, on May 20; a vinyl release will follow in September via American Laundromat Records. The Swan Song Series is a collection of songs in which Donelly collaborated with friends, musicians, and authors such as Rick Moody, Robyn Hitchcock, John Wesley Harding, Bill Janovitz (Buffalo Tom), Tom Gorman and Gail Greenwood (Belly), and
Claudia Gonson (Magnetic Fields). Thr collection includes the first five self-released digital EPs and seven new previously unreleased tracks on a 31-song album. Preorder bundles are available from American Laundromat Records.
They’re All Wet:
Trio Soaring To Top
As this year began, it appears that the trio Wet may be the hottest new band in America. Wet’s debut album, Don’t You, is available everywhere now; the group recently made its television debut on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.” Most of the dates of Wet's 14city North American tour have already sold out. Hailed for their boundless emotional pop, Wet has been greeted with a rousing response. The album’s opening track, “It’s All In Vain,” soared to #1 on Hype Machine and cracked the upper tier of the Spotify Viral 50 chart. Don’t You includes 11 tracks and was recorded in a rented house in rural Hadley, Massachusetts, where the band relocated to focus on the project.
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