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The Lounge At The Space At Westbury November 2 at 7 PM thespaceatwestbury.com (516) 283-5566 The boys are back: Performing to support their handful of critically lauded albums, Memphis Crawl brings its rocking, soulful, funky, and utterly indescribable original sound back to Westbury, where they wowed unsuspecting passersby (and their loyal fans) two weeks back at the town's street fair. Get ready for a band that’s as brash as it is real. Brother Dave & The Brave Treme, Islip August 30 at 7 PM tremeislip.com • (631) 277-2008 This veteran blues band is led the remarkable guitarist Dave Likhtiger, who started his career while still in his teens, performing with national acts such as Robert Charels and jamming his head off – until forging out on his own with his own rockin', soulful, tight-as-a-drum band, which can now boast of performing on the same stages with the biggest names in the blues.
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K.J. Farrell's, Bellmore November 3 at 7 PM kjfarrells.com (516) 804-9925 It's a really big band and a big deal: This event marks the debut of a new nine-piece rock cover band featuring horns and woodwinds; this new group features ex-members of Uppercut. The big, rocking offers a new take on rock, funk, and dance hits, all performed with a lot of gusto by popular area music stars.
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complete informatioAssociates Social Hot SuperHeroes: Impact Award: Pronto of Long Island, Inc.; LI Comic Book Expo The Friedlander Family Foundation TheClaire Long Island Comic Book Expo Arts and into Culture Award:onEast End Arts; swoops Huntington Sunday, The Certilman Leadership November 5 at Balin The Huntington Hilton; Excellence Award: Theresatickets, A. Regnante, for information and advance log on to licomicbookexpo.com. Admission at president & CEO of United Way of Long the door is $5 for adults, with children under Island; 10 admitted free with adults. Award: Empire National Bankpaid Innovation This massive comic book event willand Adults and Children with Learning feature more than 70 vendor tables, Developmental Disabilities (ACLD): The as well as appearances by famous comic Business Exchange Rising Star Award: artist and creators, face painting, Angels For Warriors and Nerds fans sporting the garb(pictured); of their favorite That Care Fan Award: characters, toys,Favorite Funko, collectibles, art, Contractors For Kids. and more attractions.
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Hot Rock History: May Pang's ‘Loving John Lennon’ In Mount Sinai
The Greater Port Jefferson - Northern Brookhaven Arts Council will present a special event, “May Pang: Loving John Lennon,” on Friday, November 10 at 8 pm at The Heritage Trust Building (located inside Heritage Park) in Mount Sinai. Tickets are $40 in advance or $45 at the door; log on to gpjac.org/programs/music/special-concerts for tickets, or call (631) 473-5220 for more information. This unique event features a music performance, with songs composed by the legendary Lennon, by Chris Palmarini and Jamie Valentine. Pang has been in the public eye for four decades; her career in the music industry began in 1969 with Allen Klein’s company, ABKCO Industries, the firm that managed the Beatles’ Apple Corps. Ltd and The Rolling Stones. She will share her memories of that period – and more – during this night of music and nostalgia.
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Hot Introductions: LI Singles Association Slates Special Events
The popular Long Island Singles Association continues to schedule events that are enjoyable public meetings for those wanting to get to know new people; these events are for adults 25 and older (including seniors). On the schedule: A November 11 dinner/social at 110 Japan Restaurant in Huntington; a singles bowling event on November 25 at Herrill Lanes in New Hyde Park, followed by a social gathering at the nearby Omega Diner; a concert on December 9 at Seaford High School; and other events in varying formats. To learn more about the Association: Call (516) 465-3953.
Hot Suds: Great Beer Expo At Nassau Coliseum
The Long Island Great Beer Expo returns to where it all began 10 years ago – Nassau Coliseum – on Saturday, November 11. The event showcases more than 60 local, national, and international breweries, offering more than 100 beers for sampling. The pay-one-price general admission ticket gives attendees access to more than 100 different beers, plus admission to educational and entertaining beerfocused seminars. Sessions are at 12:30 pm and 5:30 pm; tickets can be purchased online at Ticketmaster.com, nycblive.com, or by calling (800) 745-3000. Tickets can also be purchased at the Ticketmaster Box Office located at the Coliseum.
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The Gala: Marin Mazzie & Jason Danieley Landmark On Main Street, Port Washington November 4 at 7 PM landmarkonmainstreet.org (516) 767-6444 “The Gala 2017” honors honors Port Washington's Susan Isaacs, Elkan Abramowitz, and The PYA – and will feature this Broadway “power couple” who have starred everywhere from the “Great White Way” to London's West End. Make your plans now to be at one of the important Landmark events this year; guests may attend the entire lavish gala, or purchase tickets for the show and concert only.
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Poco Featuring Rusty Young YMCA Boulton Center, Bay Shore November 4 at 8 PM boultoncenter.org (631) 969-1101 Still led by Young, the band co-founder and multi-instrumentalist who wrote and sang their biggest hits, this are a dedicated unit of four songwriters, vocalists, arrangers, and players. Poco these days is Young (steel and acoustic guitars, dobro, mandolin, banjo, vocals), Jack Sundrud (bass, vocals), Michael Webb (keyboards, mandolin, accordion, guitars, vocals) and Rick Lonow (drums, vocals). Lucie Arnaz Adelphi University Performing Arts Center November 11 at 2 PM adelphi.edu (516) 877-4927 Arnaz, now a gifted singer, celebrates 25 years as a solo artist performing in theaters and nightclubs.
The 50+ Comedy Tour world – WithMolloy Voices:College, MadisonGirls Theatre, Danielle Rockville Bradbery Centre RaeLynn November 4 at 8 PM madisontheatreny.org Emily Brooke Maybe April (516) 678-5000 It's another night ofHadley grayingPark temples but also a lot ofWoesthampton split sides, as the 50+ Comedy TourArts – it Beach Performing sold out The Coast Coast Arts Center a few Center weeks back – 16 offers stacked of whbNovember at 8aPM (631) lineup 288-1500 standups in Paul Anthony, Sherry Davey, Stevie pac.org New and stars, sounds: “The Voice”headliner winner G.B., thebig always busy national Danielle Bradbery andabove). finalist RaeLynn will light Jim Dailakis (pictured
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The Rangers In Queens: NHL Game At Citi Field
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Tickets are now on sale for The 2018 Bridgestone NHL Winter Classic at Citi Field between The Buffalo Sabres andTthe New York Rangers on January 1 at Citi Field in Flushing, the home of The New York Mets. The game continues the tradition the NHL established in 2008 of hosting a regular-season outdoor game at the onset of the new year, with this year's edition marking the 10-year anniversary of the first NHL Winter Classic in Buffalo. Info on the 2018 Bridgestone NHL Winter Classic is available at NHL.com/WinterClassic.
Have A Great Knight: R&B Legend At Kupferberg Most famous from her time with Gladys Knight & The Pips, the famed singer will return to the area on November 9 at 8 pm at The Kupferberg Center in Flushing. Tickets and information: (718) 793-8080 and kupferbergcenter.org. This seven-time Grammy winner has enjoyed #1 hits in pop, gospel, R&B, and adult contemporary; her hits include “Midnight Train To Georgia.”per-
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Pilobolus: Unique Dance At Queens Theatre
Queens Theatre in Flushing continues its dance series with Pilobolus, taking the stage on Saturday, November 4 at 2 and 8 pm and Sunday, November 5 at 3 pm. Tickets and information: queentheatre.org and (718) 7600064. Pilobolus continually forms diverse collaborations that break down barriers between disciplines and challenge the way we think about dance. Physically
and intellectually, the company engages and inspires audiences around the world through performance, education, and consultation. The company has been touring its 115 pieces of repertory to more than 64 countries over the last 42 years.
The Biggest Events At Area Performing Arts Centers & Theaters
The Magic Of Lyn Patchogue Theatre November 11 at 7 PM patchoguetheatre.org (631) 207-1313 Lyn Dillies is ranked by many as America’s premier female illusionist, and her all-ages show is a big reason why. Infusing all the spectacle and flash of Vegas into a family friendly event, Lyn’s illusions put audiences on the edge of their seats and in the palm of her hand. She’s performed in major venues such as New York’s Lincoln Center.
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Blue Oyster Cult Jefferson Starship Tilles Center, Greenvale November 10 at 7:30 PM tillescenter.org (516) 299-2752 Classic rock, anyone? Opening Act: Blue Öyster Cult (“Don’t Fear The Reaper,” “Burnin’ For You”), and Jefferson Starship (“White Rabbit,” “Somebody To Love”) will fill Tilles with hits during this rare double-bill. Area group The Bourbon Stills Band opens.
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Goodbye, Ruby Tuesday?: It's pretty bracing news, particularly since the chain does so well locally, particularly in locations such as Westbury and Deer park: Ruby Tuesday, once considered a leader in casual dining chains, may finally be on its last legs after years of rumors. In mid-October, it was announced that the chain is being bought out after years of flagging tallies at its locations around the country. In a way, this really shouldn't be surprising; in 2016, the chain had already closed four local outlets (in Commack, Selden, Sayville, and Farmingdale) despite hyping a new and “improved” salad bar – what the chain dubs as its “Garden Bar” – and bestowing a rather stilted advertising campaign for it that focused more on the mother of a family trying her hand at rapping than on the ingredients and features of the bar itself. It's just one of many errors Ruby Tuesday has made in recent years, according to restaurant insiders – not the least of which was failing to attract the type of upscale younger patrons who eat out often but chose chains such as Panera Bread and Chipotle
Girls With Voices: Danielle Bradber RaeLynn • Emily Brooke Maybe April • Hadley Park Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center November 16 at 8 PM (631) 288-1500 whbpac.org “The Voice” winner Danielle Bradbery and finalist RaeLynn (above) will light up the stage along with special guests Emily Brooke, Maybe April, and Hadley Park. “Meet And Greet” tickets are available for this show.
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Ruby Tuesday
over the burgers, fries, and salads offered by the Tennessee-based Ruby Tuesday. Even Ruby Tuesday's aggressively hyped “So Connected” virtual club offering discounts failed to help matters in recent times, yet the news was still surprising: The chain is being bought out by the private equity firm NRD Capital, instead of a restaurant concern. So will NRD keep Ruby open, or will it go the way of Beefsteak Charlie's and other casual dining veterans? "With a well-established brand, differentiated from other casual
dining restaurants by its Garden Bar, we see significant opportunities to drive value for Ruby Tuesday," said NRD fonder Aziz Hashim in a statement. While the future of Ruby remains a question mark, there could be more bad news on the horizon: Other chains such as Buffalo Wild Wings, Applebee's, and Chili's are all in decline, according to the website Business Insider. Our take: The pallets of even casual dining customers have become more refined and demanding in recent years, thanks to the surprsing quality of Panera
and independent concept eateries – but who hasn't had at least one disappointing experience at a chain restaurant, where underpaid, disinterested servers and staff seem more interested in when their next break is than in insuring a clean and comfortable experience for patrons? It all boils down to a cliché that happens to be true: You get what you pay for. What A 'World': Ben & Jerry's has unveiled its newest Limited Batch flavor, One Sweet World — a blend of coffee caramel ice cream with swirls of marshmallow and salted caramel with chocolaty chunks. It’s part of the company's campaign for social and economic justice. Ben & Jerry's will donate a portion of the sales of One Sweet World to support those working at the intersection of economic and racial justice. Find it at a store near you, at participating Ben & Jerry's Scoop Shops, and online at store.benjerry.com.
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Electric Avenue Profiles
Landmark On Main Street’s Laura Mogul; Patchogue Theatre’s Gary Hygom
Once upon a time, there were nearly no performing arts centers on Long Island. Residents had to hitch up the buck board and head to Manhattan for their entertainment fixes. This seems like a million years ago, now more than 15 PACs grace the Island, serving as the
Landmark On Main Street’s Laura Mogul local Lincoln Centers, with several more on the way. It's a competitive environment, but most have flourished and are in expansion mode. Part of the reason can be attributed to the talented men and women who are the executive directors, guiding their flocks much as a reverend would his church followers. This is the first of a multi part series on the people behind the curtain. Laura Mogul has headed the 22-year-old Landmark On Main Street in Port Washington for nearly three years, and her mark on the operations is being shown in the strong entertainment lineup the the venue offers. Laura, who studied at UCLA and Barnard College and is a former Port Washington School Board President, brings a strong background in events and product planning to the challenging job. She worked for the top ad agency J. Walter Thompson and worked on the Revlon account. She also did stints at a company that worked on cable in the early days, and a company she worked with was one of the first to stream movies. She also spent nine years working at a company called Finish Line Road Races, which administered nearly 50 running road races annually, overseeing the registration and data on these events, including registering 8,000
runners at the Long Island Marathon. Laura took over Landmark and was met by challenges, one of her biggest being to hold on to her core audience while expanding it. Landmark is an intimate room with world class sound and acts, and part of their mission is to be a spot for the community to meet and experience entertainment from musical acts to dance, from book events to radio plays, and much more. In the past year, after hooking up with an out of town promoter who books several restored theaters throughout the metro area. Laura brought in many acts like Judy Collins, Ricki Lee Jones, Martin Sexton, and a cavalcade of name acts who shine in this smaller setting. Booking is a major challenge these days, with many venues all bidding for the same talent, which drives up the price of the acts. Laura's personal relations with many performers has aided the effort. Little known fact: Laura was on the TV hit “Jeopardy,” where the final round category was, appropriately, The Oscars. The Landmark is live nearly every Friday and Saturday night with great entertainment – and the waterfront is only a short walk from the theater. At the other end of the Island, literally, is Gary Hygom, the new executive director of The Patchogue Theatre For The Performing Arts. He brings 20 years of working at Bay Street Theater in Sag Harbor to the new challenge, and he's plunging in head first. The Patchogue is a jewel of a theater, meticulously restored with plush seats and architectural details that make it a true gem. But, the Patchogue didn't seem to reach its true potential: 86% of the shows put on there were four wall rentals; someone merely came in to rent the room and bring in the show. Gary, with a strong background in the theatre, including scene designer, producer, and production management, intends to change the mix. The Patchogue will be booking many more of its own acts. Gary, who spent 12 years as a tour manager for Phoebe Snow, wants to inject “cool” into the venue. His goal is
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to become a high end regional showplace, reaching new audiences with series on jazz, blues, country, rock, and comedy – plus keeping the old favorites, like the variety plays that that are presented annually, and of course, the local community-inspired shows, particularly during the holidays. Gary has quite a challenge in front of him; filling an 1,100 seat theater, Suffolk's largest, isn't easy. Patchogue has been reborn in the last 10 years, with the Patchogue being a prime mover in the community. Dozens of restaurants and new housing dot the downtown, and the Patchogue will be the beneficiary of all this. With his design background, Gary plans to give each production a certain unique feeling. Clint Black, Bobby Collins, and Lee Rocker are just a few of the stars who have graced the stage. Like all directors we met with, he is challenged by trying to book a theater in a business that is highly competitive for talent, and still
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Patchogue Theatre: Gary Hygom
keep things within the budget. It is this challenge that guides Laura and Gary in their goal to make Long Island the true entertainment gem it is becoming. Next issue: We will visit with Clare Bisceglia at Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center and William Biddle at Tilles Center.
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Coast premiere of the Iranian film Gholam, starring Shahab Hosseini, star of the 2016 Oscarwinning film The Salesman, which premiered at last year’s festival. On Saturday, November 11, the festival will celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Oscarwinning Hollywood musical Pal Joey, starring Frank Sinatra, Rita Hayworth, and Kim Novak. Sinatra’s granddaughter, Amanda Erlinger, will take part in a Q&A following the screening. Since 2011, the Festival has presented the latest Hollywood hits as well as independent favorites to the Gold Coast of Long Island. Add celebrities and one-of-a-kind events to the mix, and it’s easy to see why the Gold Coast International Film Festival has become so popular; it's also the last major film festival on the East Coast before Awards season. For tickets and informantion on all screenings and events, visit goldcoastfilmfestival.org.
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he 2017 Gold Coast International Film Festival has announced a slate of more 80 feature-length and short films – including this year’s Spotlight Film, Darkest Hour, which stars Academy Award nominee Gary Oldman as Sir Winston Churchill, Kristin Scott Thomas as Clementine Churchill, and Lily James as Elizabeth Layton, the shy young typist sent to transcribe Churchill’s thoughts. Directed by Joe Wright, Darkest Hour is the dramatic and inspiring story of four weeks in 1940 during which Churchill’s courage to lead changed the course of world history. The screening (Monday, November 13 at 7 pm at Soundview Cinemas in Port Washington) will be followed by a Q&A with Edwina Sandys, Sir Winston Churchill’s granddaughter and a noted sculptor. During the early days of World War II, with A Drowning Man the fall of France imminent, Britain faced its how Lamarr gave her patent to the Navy, received darkest hour as the threat of invasion looms. As the no credit for her contributions, and wound up seemingly unstoppable Nazi forces advances, and with impoverished in her later years. A Q&A with the the Allied Souvenir director, Alexandra Dean, will follow the screening. army The film will be shown on Monday, November 13 at cornered on 3A 7:30 pm at The Great Neck Squire Theater the beaches in Great Neck. of Dunkirk, Supergirl Sure to be of interest to area the fate of music fans is Ellen Goldfarb's Dare Western To Be Different, to be spooled on Europe hung Sunday, November 12 at 4:30 pm on the at Soundview Cinema in Port leadership of Washington. U2, Talking Heads, the newly Depeche Mode, Blondie, Duran appointed Duran, Tears For Fears, The Clash, British Prime Joan Jett & The Blackhearts, The Minister Cure – over half a billion records Winston sold, but you may never have Churchill. heard of them if not for a small While suburban radio station in Long maneuvering Island: WLIR. In August 1982, his political a small group of radio visionaries rivals, he knew they couldn't compete confronted the ultimate choice: negotiate with Hitler and with the mega-stations in save the British people at a terrible cost, or rally the New York City. With one brave nation and fight on against incredible odds. decision, they changed the sound There are many films in this year's Festival – log on /’of radio forever. Program to the website below for schedules and full theater infordirector Denis McNamara, mation – that run the gamut of styles, from documenthe 'LIR taries to comedies. Bombshell: The Hedy Lamarr Story crew, and the biggest is the story of the “Most Beautiful Woman in the World” artists of the era tell the of how they battled Billy Idol: story the FCC, the record Dare labels, mega-radio, To Be and all the conventional Different rules to create a musical movement that brought “New Wave” to America. Scheduled: A Q&A with producer/director Goldfarb and McNamara, as well as guests in radio and music personalities Larry "The Duck" Dunn, Michael "Eppy" Epstein, Max Leinwand, Steve North, Carol Silva, Donna Donna, and "Malibu" Sue McCann. who was also, shockingly, the inventor of the “secret Other films and events communication system” that helped the Allies beat the at this year’s Gold Coast Nazis. Alexandra Dean’s documentary tells the story of International Film Festival this Austrian Jewish émigré who acted by day and drew include more than 40 mechanical and electronic inventions by night. Weaving in Lamarr’s voice from archival recordings, Dean reveals premieres, including Yellow Birds, starring Jennifer Aniston, Toni Collette, Alden Ehrenreich and Tye Sheridan; French movie star Isabelle Huppert’s new film, Souvenir; Burt Reynolds' new film, Dog Years; and the timely Bill Nye: Science Guy. The Festival will also featuer the whimsical documentary Bombshell: Hummus! The Movie, The Hedy followed by “The Great Lamarr Gold Coast Hummus Taste-Off”; and the East Story
The Gold Coast Film Festival:
The Best Of Cinema’s New Era
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The New York Mets waited 48 hours after Terry Collins confirmed that he would not be returning as manager before announcing that most of the coaching staff was free to seek employment elsewhere. Pitching coach Dan Warthen
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was reassigned to work in the organization, and head trainer Ray Ramirez was dismissed. My guess is that general manager Sandy Alderson would have fired Warthen outright had it not been for pitcher Noah Syndergaard voicing his support for Warthen’s retention. Alderson probably figured that it was better to mollify Syndergaard and other pitchers on the staff who have had a close relationship with their coach. Given the number of injuries the Mets have compiled the last two years, it was understandable that fans would be screaming for Ramirez’s scalp. The scuttlebutt was that Mets management would retain him since they didn’t view him as the culprit. In fairness to Ramirez, retired Yankees
Bowling With Bob Smith
October Rolling: The past month turned out to be a huge one for Long Island bowlers; and here are two examples why: Novara’s A Supernova: Joe Novara of East Patchogue, already known for winning several area tournaments, becoming a Long Island Masters champion, and for operating The Perfect Fit Pro Shop at Port Jeff Bowl, has pretty much done the impossible: On October 16, the right-hander, pictured at right, lived out every bowler’s dream: He rolled a 900 series in the Monday Invitational League at East Islip Lanes. According to the USBC, Novara is the 33rd bowler overall, and fourth from the Empire State, to record a 900 series. His feat is pending approval from USBC, and will mark be the 34th USBCapproved 900. The achievement the first perfect set of the 2017-2018 season, and fourth during the 2017 calendar year. "I really didn't feel any pressure while I was bowling, but now that it's had a chance to sink in, it's pretty unbelievable," Novara said, as reported by the USBC. "It's one of those things you dream of, but you never think it will really happen. When I get lined up, I just seem to strike a lot. It's hard to describe. I always felt like 900 was possible, but to actually do it is something else." Novara noted his main focus is his pro shop – but he’s now being hailed as one of the best this area has ever produced. – With USBC Reports
trainer Gene Monahan spoke highly of Ramirez at a Conair media event. Alderson publicly agreed with Monahan’s assessment, but likely realized that retaining Ramirez might lead to a revolt among season ticket holders and probably concluded that it would be best to bring in a fresh face as the team’s trainer in 2018. Mets captain David Wright recently endured a second surgical procedure on his back within the last 18 months. Last month, he underwent surgery to correct a shoulder malady. None of these procedures can correct the spinal stenosis that he will have for the rest of his life. Wright still stated that he has not given up on resuming his Mets career; Noah his determination is Syndergaard admirable. While I hope that he proves naysayers like me wrong, the reality is that he will turn 35 just before Christmas. Even with prefect health, it would be tough for any major leaguer at that age to be productive who hasn’t played in nearly two years. I was saddened by the recent death of New York hoops legend Connie Hawkins at age 75. During the second episode of “Saturday Night Live” in October Werben’s A Winner: Chris Herrill Lanes in New Hyde Werben Park was well represented at the LIGBT Fall Major at the center during the weekend of October 21, as a trio of its league bowlers excelled on a tough PBA Chameleon oil pattern: Chris Werben of East Meadow won $3,000 and his first LIGBT title, and he did so by defeating Vito Genova Sr. of Franklin Square, 243-240, in the final shootout. Genova earned $1,500 for second place, while fellow Herrill league bowler Archie Nabas of Queens Village finished third with a 223 worth $750. Rounding out the final six in the shootout: Johnny Kim of Fresh Meadows ($600), Staci Minkoff of Flushing ($550), and Ed Marquez of Elmont ($500). The shootout, which paid out $6,900, was not decided until the final frame. Genova got off to a hot start with four strikes to take an early lead, and held it until he opened three times in the middle of the game. Mike Werben, an Crea employee at Herrill, kept filling frames, and when Genova doubled in the 9th and 10th frames, he forced Werben to fill 18 pins – and he did exactly that by rolling a strike on his first ball in the final frame to secure
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1975, diminutive singer Paul Simon “challenged” the 6’8” Hawkins to a hilarious “oneon-one contest” in a playground for a taped sketch. Hawkins was unfairly kept out of the NBA for an unfounded charge that he was
involved in point shaving as an amateur in the 1960s, so he wound up being the American Basketball Association’s first superstar. At the beginning of the NFL season, the conventional wisdom was that The New York Jets would be lucky to win a game and thus be Photos: Joe Novara courtesy LIGBT (file photo); Mike Crea by Bob Smith
the Fall Major championship and the $3,000 top prize. For complete results and a schedule of upcoming LIGBT events, log on to ligbtour.com. More Herrill Highs: We now get off and running with honor scores from bowling centers throughout the region: First up: Recent high games from Herrill Lanes in New Hyde Park: Congratulations to Mike Crea for his 300 game during the Wednesday Early Mixed league on October 25; the feat marked the second sanctioned 300 by the talented right-hander. Chatterbox Mixed: Xavier Bolanos 278; Joshua Magolnic 278; Fred Wiebelt 266. Wednesday Early Mixed: Patrick Healey, 772 series and 299; Jonathan Tear 290; Anthony Campagna 289; Paul Pillitteri 746 series; Jeanine Musacchio 215; Lisa LaGuarino 213; Dora Soho 203. Tuesday Bowlaire: Pamela Scholz 604 series. Other top series and scores from Herrill: Mike Gandarella 772; Ken Moslin 741; Paul Kolacki 717; Gerard Gatto 709; Sean Holohan 702; Cindy Custodio 232; Annette Sequino 213; Aimee Sim 210; Kathy Chernow 201. Send scores to us! We publish all USBC-sanctioned scores with these achievements: 265 games and above and 700 series and above for men, and 200 games and 600 series and above for women and youth. Send your scores to gtmag @optonline.net.
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assured of drafting one of the two big college quarterbacks, USC’s Sam Darnold or UCLA’s Josh Rosen. It now appears that The New York Giants will have a better shot at those players than “Gang Green” will. The Giants’ season has been a disaster; losing Odell Beckham Jr. for the season to an ankle injury was the equivalent of the Mets losing Syndergaard this year. Giants head coach Ben McAdoo will surely be looking for a new job at the end of this disastrous campaign. Houston Convention & Visitors Bureau CEO Mike Waterman hosted a media event in New York the same day that The New York
FILM The Blockbusters Of Autumn
We always prefer summer – who doesn't? – but August and early September were, even by Hollywood standards, bereft of film blockbusters or even notable hits, for that matter. Patience, mallplex denizens: Autumn is approaching, there's going to be more “big” movies than you can shake a box of Lemonheads at. Here are (in our humble opinion) the films that will be, as Tony Randall's Felix Unger once put it, “big coin” in the coming weeks:
Star Wars: The Last Jedi (December 15, Walt Disney Studios): It's the return of Luke Skywalker. Wait, let us tell you more: It's the return of Mark Hamill as Luke Skywalker – and there's even going to be an appearance by the beloved Carrie Fisher as Princess Lea.
Kingsman: The Golden Circle
Yankees were defeating The Cleveland Indians Game 5 of the American League Division Series. Waterman made it no secret that he was rooting for the Yankees to face the Astros in the ALCS. Not only would Houston hotels benefit from New Yorkers traveling to root for the “Bronx Bombers,” but it would also show the New York media that Houston has recovered nicely from the devastation of Hurricane Harvey and is open for business. HBO’s “Real Sports With Bryant Gumbel” is used to winning Sports Emmy Awards, but two weeks ago it won an Emmy at the News & Documentary Awards ceremony for “Cost Of The Game: The Dangers Of Youth Football.” Producer Nick Dolin told me that many school districts and Pop Warner leagues are thinking of switching from tackle football to flag football in an effort to reduce both knee and shoulder issues to the long-term disabling effects of head injuries. “The sooner you begin tackle football, the sooner the clock starts ticking on the dangers of head trauma,” said Dolin. ESPN, again: Katie Nolan, one of the most identifiable personalities on Fox Sports 1, is jumping ship to ESPN beginning in January. The rumor mill ESPN had her paired with Mike Greenberg on his morning TV show when it debuts, but at press time those rumors were shot down. It will be fascinating to see whether ESPN’s Jemele Hill, whose controversial remarks about President Donald Trump being a white supremacist and about boycotting NFL advertisers (which led
Photos: Noah Syndergaard by Bob Smith
to a recent two-week suspension) will ultimately lead to higher ratings for the SC6 (Sportscenter at 6 PM) weeknight show that she co-hosts. Certainly, there is more awareness of this show than ever before. Actor and diehard Knicks fan Michael Rapaport has just written his first book, This Book Has Balls (Simon & Schuster), in which he rants on his sports likes and dislikes in exactly the earthy manner that you would expect from him.
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challenges yet: He's still got trickster Loki running around, he has to save Asgard from destruction, and he's gonna have to square off against another Avenger, The Incredible Hulk. Boom! Smash! Pow!
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Thor: Ragnarok
Justice League Justice League (November 17, Warner Bros.): Batman, Aquaman, Cyborg, Superman, The Flash … and the return of Gal Gadot as Wonder Woman. The DC franchise could pass Marvel in terms of popularity if this film is as big as Wonder Woman was earlier this year. Thor: Ragnarok (November 3, Walt Disney Studios): DC over Marvel? This one will tell the tale: Hunky Chris Hemsworth returns as Thor, who faces his greatest
A Bad Moms Christmas (November 3, STXfilms): The first comedy was gangbusters on cable, and this one should be bigger than the first. It's probably the first “women's comedy” that scored just as high with men, thanks to an incredible cast featuring Mila Kunis, the uproarious Kathryn Hahn, and Kristen Bell – and this time, Cheryl Hines (“Curb Your Enthusiasm”) joins in the fun. Kingsman: The Golden Circle (Still in theaters, 20th Century Fox): This is another film that, while it was an unexpected hit the first time out, has buoyed by those who discovered the first one on pay cable. It's more spy shenanigans as the world is imperiled, not to mention the Kingsmen themselves; Julianne Moore and Halle Berry join the cast, and Elton John (!) even makes an appearance. It’s been a hit without needing much prodding.
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Tuesday, October 31
Mohegan Sun (CT): Following the success of “Dancing With The Stars: Live! – Hot Summer Nights” and the 25th season of “Dancing With The Stars,” the show is going back on tour this winter with “Dancing With the Stars: Live! – Light Up The Night” – which will stop at Mohegan Sun Arena on Friday, January 26, and Saturday, January 27 at 8 pm. This production showcases every style of
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dance seen on ABC’s hit show, from sizzling salsas to elegant waltzes and high energy group
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El Gran Combo At Tropicana
with the return of the revue show Holiday Jubilee; the annual Holiday Sing-Along on the boardwalk; and more. “We are pleased to continue to spread the holiday cheer this year with the return of our annual Holiday Sing-Along on the Boardwalk,” said Steve Callender, general manager of Tropicana Atlantic City. Popular is “Holiday Jubilee” in the Tropicana Showroom (select dates through December 22); starring two specialty acts, nine dancers, and two vocalists, the show takes a new approach to presenting holiday music, characters and stories of the season.Tickets are $10 for children (16 and under) and $25 for adults. Tickets are subject to taxes and fees and can be purchased at the Tropicana Box Office and through Ticketmaster at ticketmaster.com or by calling (800) 745-3000. For more information, visit tropicana.net or call (800) THE-TROP. Also coming to Tropicana Atlantic City: El Gran Combo on November 25. Resorts World (Queens): The east coast's most popular casino continues to book top area groups in its lounges. Coming up: Penny Lane on November 8; FDR Drive on November 10; and Somethin' Fresh on November 18. The legendary Carl Carlton takes the big stage on November 10 at 10:30 pm. Get the scoop at rwnewyork.com, or call (888) 888-8801.
numbers, plus original pieces choreographed by Mandy Moore. Tickets are $45 and are on sale now through Ticketmaster or by calling (800) 745-3000. The show features an array of dancing stars from the hit series, including Lindsay Arnold, Alan Bersten, Sharna Burgess, Witney Lindsay Carson, Artem Chigvintsev, Arnold Keo Motsepe, Gleb Savchenko, At Emma Slater, Sasha Farber, Mohegan Jenna Johnson, Hayley Erbert Sun and Brandon Armstrong, and additional surprise appearances to be announced. Also at the Sun: Lady Gaga's November 10 performance has been rescheduled for November 9; her scheduled November 11 show remains unchanged. Tropicana (AC): The holidays will come early at “The Trop,” and the celebration kicks off Friday, November 17 at 1 pm with a Tree Lighting Ceremony and Holiday Musical Light Show – and continues
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Nassau Bacaro Italian Tavern (Massapequa Park) Keith Ruzika Junction (Long Beach) Singer/Songwriter Night K.J. Farrell's (Bellmore) Original Music Showcase: GeoTribe / The Big Happy / Craving Strange Nutty Irishman (Farmingdale) Country Night: Whiskey Road Spinnakers (Oyster Bay) Open Mic With Mike Dorio Suffolk 50 Yard Line (West Babylon) Acoustic Open Mic Night With David Jon Paisley 89 North Music Venue (Patchogue) Country Night Babylon Beanery Open Mic Night BrickHouse Brewery (Patchogue) Vinyl Night With Jordan Miller Brody McKay's Tavern (Selden) Open Mic Night Dek's American Restaurant (Rocky Point) Open Mic & Jam With The Johnny Mac Band House Of Brews (Port Jefferson) Open Jam With Jeff Regan Katie's Of Smithtown Jam Night: Cintron, DeMartino, & Ronindelli Paramount (Huntington) 311 Shandon Court (East Islip) Ward Cloughen
Wednesday, November 1
Nassau Big Daddy's (Massapequa) Live Music City Cellar (Garden City) Chelsea Takami Corner Galley Restaurant (Massapequa) Karaoke Night With DJ Greg Don Lorenzo's Restaurant & Lounge (Glen Cove) Jerry Costanzo & His Trio Freeport Memorial Library Film: Barbara Streisand: Her Life & Music Front Street Pub (Massapequa Park) Open Mic & Jam With The Johnny Mac Band Half Moon Café (Long Beach) Blues Jam With The Mo Betta Blues Band Homestead (Oyster Bay) Open Mic Jetty Bar & Grill (Long Beach) Country Music Originals Night K.J. Farrell's (Bellmore) Wonderous Stories Mickey Malone's (Floral Park) Midweek Jam: Don Celenza & Friends Mulcahy's (Wantagh) Carry On For Cayde Fundraiser R.S. Jones (Merrick) David Phelps Suite 1828 (Merrick) Open Jam With Mike & The Outlaws Sunset Grill (Seaford) Blues At Sunset: Open Jam With The Sunset Boyz Suffolk 89 North Music Venue (Patchogue) Country Night Amityville Music Hall Slaine Vs. Termanology / Danny Diabl Beau's Bar (Greenlawn) Open Mic
Your Guide To Local Events Bobbique (Patchogue) Jam Night BrickHouse Brewery (Patchogue) Open Mic Butterfield's (Hauppuge) Live Music Dublin Deck (Patchogue) Hump Day Hoedown: Country Music Emma S. Clark Memorial Library (Setauket) Tennessee Walt's Bristol & Beyond: The Birth Of Country Music Finley's Of Green Street (Huntington) Open Mic With Toby Tobias House Of Brews (Port Jefferson) Open MIc Huntington Music Hall At Finley’s Of Green
Billy Mira & The Hitmen November 11 • Treme (Islip) Street Open Mic Jazz Loft (Stony Brook) Jam Session Joe's Garage & Grill (Riverhead) Open Mic Katie's Of Smithtown: Vox Populi Open Mic Hosted by Michael Perlmutter Lily Flanagan's (Babylon) Country Night Molly Maguire's (Oakdale) Open Mic Night With The Godfather Quogue East Pub (East Quogue) Open Mic With Johnny B. Revolution (Amityville) Call Me Karizma / A Summer High / Skyhaven / Break Out Day / Dino Ciccarelli Sea Cove (Center Moriches) Open Mic Night Smithtown Social Open Mic Toomey’s Tavern On The Crik (Amityville) Acoustic Open Mic With Tom Treme (Islip) GHT: Glenn Hagen Trio NYC/Queens B.B. King's Blues Club (NYC) Delbert McClinton / Lonesome Dan & The Curmudgeons
Thursday, November 2
Nassau Corner Galley Restaurant (Massapequa) Trivia Night With DJ Greg E.B. Elliot’s (Freeport) Open Jam Hub (Island Park) Open Mic With Benoir Hudson's Mill (Massapequa) Live Music Kacey's Rooftop (Rockville Centre) Country Night K.J. Farrell's (Bellmore) Ladies Night & Live Band Karaoke / Pseudossudio (Phil Collins Tribute)
Calendar Lounge At The Space At Westbury Memphis Crawl Montana Brothers (Freeport) Open Mic With Pep & The Soul Explosion Band Mr. Beery's (Bethpage) Open Mic Paradise Studios Open Jam & Networking Session Plum Tomatoes (Mineola) Acoustic Open Mic With Frank Walker R.S. Jones (Merrick) Acoustic Parade Space At Westbury Theater The Chris Robinson Brotherhood Still Partners (Sea Cliff) NS SEPTA Fundraiser: Moe Greene Suffolk Amityville Music Hall AJJ Bar Louie (Commack) Live Music Bobbique (Patchogue) Live Music Jazz Loft (Stony Brook) The Jazz Loft Big Band Paramount (Huntington) Chase Rice Red River Inn (Yaphank) E3 Revolution (Amityville) Scream Blue Murder / Altered Perceptions / Unwill / Typhon Rising Stephen Talkhouse (Amagansett) Puerto Rico Hurricane Maria Benefit Treme (Islip) Sabori
Friday, November 3
Nassau Big Daddy's (Massapequa) Live Music Broadway 247 (Hicksville) Live Music Brokerage Comedy (Bellmore) Rob Falcone Corner Galley Restaurant (Massapequa) Kane Daily E.B. Elliot (Freeport) Live Music Governor’s Comedy (Levittown) Nathan Macintosh K.J. Farrell's (Bellmore) FiveStone / Mercury Lighthouse Waterfront Café (Glen Cove) Live Music Madison Theatre At Molloy College
Your Guide To Local Events (Rockville Centre) Molloy College 2017 Gala: Russell Tompkins Jr. & The New Stylistics Memories 2 (Williston Park) Live Music Mr. Beery's (Bethpage) The Native Alien Tribe / Vendetta / BLDG / John D. Contratiction / Vijay Mulcahy's Pub & Concert Hall (Wantagh) Decadia / That 90s Band Nutty Irishman (Farmingdale) VaVoom / NineDeezNite Plattduetsche Park (Franklin Square) Pete Moss & The Fertilizers R.S. Jones (Merrick) Jan Slow Still Partners (Sea Cliff) The Other Shoe Sunset Grill (Seaford) Wonderous Stories Swing The Teapot (Floral Park) Grand Folk Railroad Trotter’s (Franklin Square) Sweet Soul Music Suffolk 89 North Music Venue (Patchogue) Metal Gods / Live After Death / Dirty Covers Amityville Music Hall Despised Icon / Internal Bleeding / Left Behind / Sanction Bobbique (Patchogue) Live Music BrickHouse Brewery (Patchogue) Live Music Brody McKay's Tavern (Selden) Live Music Butterfield's (Hauppague) Live Music Changing Times Pub (Farmingdale) Beyond Fab (Beatles Tribute) Cinema Arts Centre (Huntington) The Jack O'Neil Quartet Grey Horse Tavern (Bayport) Cosmic Pioneers House Of Brews (Port Jefferson) Live Music Karver's Grill (Holbrook) Cyndi & Glenn Unplugged Lily Flanagan's (Babylon) Live DJ McGuire’s Comedy Club (Bohemia) Bonnie McFarlane Paramount (Huntington) Dee Snider Patchogue Theatre For The Performing Arts Richard Lewis Red River Inn (Yaphank) Yankee Rebel Revolution (Amityville) Neon Knights (Dio Tribute) /Blacque Jacque Shellacque /
Signs (A Tribute to Tesla) Ronkonkoma Fire Department Live Professional Wrestling Stephen Talkhouse (Amagansett) The Spagetti Westerners / The Nancy Atla Project Treme (Islip) Brother Dave & The Brave
Saturday, November 4
Nassau Bacaro's Italian Tavern (Massapequa Park) Live Music Brokerage Comedy (Bellmore) Rob Falcone E.B. Elliot’s (Freeport) Live Music Governor’s Comedy Club (Levittown) Nathan Macintosh Great Neck Library: Parkville Branch Veterans Fair
Junction (Long Beach) Green Machine K.J. Farrell's (Bellmore) Fools For Kings / The Doobie Others Band (Doobie Brothers Tribute) / Afternoon: All That Is Beautiful: Fundraiser For Miss Exceptional – Chelsea Takami / GeoTribe / The Big Happy / Craving Strange / Others Landmark On Main Street (Port Washington) The Gala: Featuring Marin Mazzie & Jason Danieley Lighthouse Waterfront Café (Glen Cove) Live Music Madison Theater At Molloy College (Rockville Centre) Aesop's Fables / 50+ Comedy Tour: Jim Dailakis / Paul Anthony / Sherry Davey / Stevie G.B. Memories 2 (Williston Park) Live Music Mr. Beery's (Bethpage) Vinny Vegas / Playing Dead / Dirty Red Dress / Dune Puma
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Calendar Mulcahy's Pub & Concert Hall (Wantagh) Last In Line / Black Water Rising / Borgo Pass / Share The Burden Nutty Irishman (Farmingdale) Garden State Radio / The Rolling Stoned NYCB Theatre At Westbury Darcy Novick Presents: Long Island Comedy Fest Plattduetsche Park (Franklin Square) The Legendary Murphys R.S. Jones (Merrick) Treutlein, Novak & Perricone Still Partners (Sea Cliff) The Scofflaws Sunset Grill (Seaford) The Natural Red Band Swing The Teapot (Floral Park) The Wolfcats Tilles Center (Brookville) Ted Sperling Presents George & Ira Gershwin’s Of Thee I Sing Trotter's (Franklin Square) RPM Suffolk 89 North Music Venue (Patchogue) Panic / Drop Dead Sexy Bar Louie (Commack) Live Music B.K. Grosso's (Bay Shore) Live Music Bobbique (Patchogue) Live Music Boulton Center (Bay Shore) Poco Featuring Rusty Young BrickHouse Brewery (Patchogue) Live Music Brody McKay's Tavern (Selden) Live Music Butterfield's (Hauppauge) Live Music Changing Times Pub (Farmingdale) Thunder Road (Bruce Springsteen Tribute) Congregational Church Of Huntington (Centerport) Susan Werner Grey Horse Tavern (Bayport) Lazy Bunny House Of Brews (Port Jefferson) Live Music Jazz Loft (Stony Brook) Swing Dance Long Island Katie's Of Smithtown Live Music Lily Flanagan's (Babylon) Live Acoustic Music / Live DJ McGuire’s Comedy Club (Bohemia) Bonnie McFarlane Paramount (Huntington) Dennis DeYoung Patchogue Theatre For The Performing Arts
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Treme (Islip) Mind Open Featuring Chris Covais Village Pub (Lindenhurst) Live Music NYC/Queens/Brooklyn Irish Whiskey Bar (Astoria) Bluegrass Jam With Dave McKeon & Mary Noecker Otto’s Shrunken Head (NYC) Bill Popp & The Tapes TCS New York City Marathon Steel Wolf
Monday, November 6
The Fast Lane (Eagles Tribute) Red River Inn (Yaphank) Live Music Revolution (Amityville) Romance In The Digital Age Soundtrack Release Party: John Nolan / LOLO / Giants At Large / Others Rudi's (Patchogue) Live Music Stephen Talkhouse (Amagansett) The Realm / Second Shift Suffolk Theatre (Riverhead) Joan Osborne Sings Bob Dylan Temple Beth El Of Huntington Ricky Pen Treme (Islip) The Affordables Vanderbilt Planetarium (Centerport) Led Zeppelin Laser Light Show NYC/Queens/Brooklyn Cornelia Street Café (NYC) Andrew Rathbun Quartet Thai Rock (Rockaway Beach) Three Sheets To The Wind
Sunday, November 5
Nassau Big Daddy's (Massapequa) Jazz Corner Galley Restaurant (Massapequa) Live Music
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Freeport Memorial Library Paul Joseph & His Jazz Trio K.J. Farrell’s (Bellmore) Curt Arnel & Friends Open Jam Mr. Beery's (Bethpage) Live Music Shelter Rock Public Library (Albertson) Cyndi Hazell Duo Featuring Jerry Demeo Tilles Center (Brookville) Irma Thomas / The Blind Boys of Alabama / The Preservation Hall Legacy Quintet Suffolk 89 North Music Venue (Patchogue) Alicia Tina Rosen Memorial Scholarship Fundraiser: Exit 49 / The 60s Invasion / New Life Crisis Amityville Music Hall Aaron West & The Roaring Twenties / Dry Jacket / Steady Hands / Chase Huglin Grey Horse Tavern (Bayport) Cassandra House Lily Flanagan's (Babylon) Live Acoustic Music Long Island Museum (Stony Brook) Garnet Rogers Paramount (Huntington) The Maine Red River Inn (Yaphank) Jam Night With Tom Pekar Shandon Court (East Islip) Tommy Mulvihill
Nassau K.J. Farrell's (Bellmore) Open Mic & Jam Hosted By Kenny Forgione Suffolk Amityville Music Hall Robin & Robin / Lit Gang / Anthony Carriero / Jenna Calandra / Saturnalia Bartini Bar (Babylon) Open Mic With Dave Drew BrickHouse Brewery (Patchogue): Acoustic Open Mic Cinque Terra Restaurant (Huntington) Monday Night Live Jazz: Frank Bellucci / Al Cardillo / Glafkos Kontemenlotis Crooked Rail (Northport) Open Mic La Scala Ristorante (Commack) Phyllis Tagg Little Nook Café (West Sayville) Open Mic Nags Head Ale House (Huntington) Open Mic Paramount (Huntington) Rich Chigga Shandon Court (East Islip): Musicians Night Hosted by Gil McLean Stephen Talkhouse (Amagansett) Open Mic Trifecta Lounge (Copiague): The Swing Sessions Hosted By Dud Music Village Lanterne (Lindenhurst): Open Mic Night With Kenn
Calendar Tuesday, November 7
Nassau Junction (Long Beach) Singer/Songwriter Night K.J. Farrell's (Bellmore) Funk Filharmonik / October Road (James Taylor Tribute) Nutty Irishman (Farmingdale) Country Music Night: County Line Spinnakers (Oyster Bay) Open Mic With Mike Dorio Suffolk 50 Yard Line (West Babylon) Acoustic Open Mic Nite hosted by David Jon Paisley 89 North Music Venue (Patchogue) Country Night BrickHouse Brewery (Patchogue) Vinyl Night With Jordan Miller Dek's American Restaurant (Rocky Point) Open Mic & Jam With The Johnny Mac Band Grey Horse Tavern (Bayport) The People's Open Mic House Of Brews (Port Jefferson) Open Jam With Jeff Regan Katie's of Smithtown Jam Night With George Cintron & Rob DeMartino O Solo Mio (Stony Brook) Phyllis Tagg Paramount (Huntington) The Eli Young Band Shandon Court (East Islip) Ward Cloughen Tap And Barrel (Smithtown) Jazz Jam
Wednesday, November 8
Nassau Big Daddy's (Massapequa) Live Music City Cellar (Garden City) Chelsea Takami Corner Galley Restaurant (Massapequa) Karaoke Night With DJ Greg Don Lorenzo's Restaurant & Lounge (Glen Cove) Jerry Costanzo & His Trio Front Street Pub (Massapequa Park) Open Mic Homestead (Oyster Bay) Open Mic with "Big Daddy" John Struck Jetty Bar & Grill (Long Beach) Country Music Originals Night K.J. Farrell's (Bellmore) Wonderous Stories Landmark On Main Street (Port Washington) Estilo Jazz With Style Mickey Malone's (Floral Park) Midweek Jam: Don Celenza & Friends One Block East (Wantagh) The Nina Gordon Party R.S. Jones (Merrick) Pete Kanelous Space At Westbury Theater Puddle's Pity Party Suite 1828 (Merrick) Open Jam With Mike & The Outlaws Suffolk 89 North Music Venue (Patchogue) Country Night Amityville Music Hall Mom Jeans / Prince Daddy & The Hyena / Kississippi / Nervous Dater / Casanova Babylon Beanery Open Mic Night Beau's Bar (Greenlawn) Open Mic Hosted By Steve Urban Bobbique (Patchogue) Super Electric Jam BrickHouse Brewery (Patchogue) Kyle Fitzpatrick's Open Mic Night Butterfield's (Hauppague) Live Music Dublin Deck (Patchogue) Hump Day Hoedown: Country Music Finley's Of Green Street (Huntington) Open Mic With Toby Tobias Front Street Pub (Massapequa Park) Open Mic & Jam With The Johnny Mac Band Fulton's Gate (Patchogue) Irish Night House Of Brews (Port Jefferson) Open MIc Huntington Music Hall At Finley’s Of Green Street Open Mic Jazz Loft (Stony Brook) Jam Session Katie's Of Smithtown Vox Populi Open Mic Hosted by Michael Perlmutter Lily Flanagan's (Babylon) Country Night M.J. Dowling's Steahouse & Tavern (Sag Harbor) Open Mic Molly Maguire's (Oakdale) Open Mic Night With The Godfather Off Key Tikki (Patchogue) Karaoke & Open Jam With The Lou Saxon Jam Band Paramount (Huntington) The English Beat Smithtown Social Open Mic Toomey’s Tavern On The Crik (Amityville)
Your Guide To Local Events Acoustic Open Mic With Tom Treme (Islip) Harmonica Bill & The Marked Deck NYC KGB Red Bar Room (NYC) Loudon Wainwright III / Randy Cohen
Thursday, November 9
Nassau Bacaro Italian Tavern (Massapequa Park) Ace Duo Corner Galley Restaurant (Massapequa) Trivia Night With DJ Greg E.B. Elliot's (Freeport) Open Jam Holiday Inn (Carle Place) Salsa Night Hub (Island Park) Open Mic With Benoir K.J. Farrell’s (Bellmore) Ladies Night & Live Band Karaoke / FM (Steely Dan Tribute) Montana Brothers (Freeport) Open Mic With Pep & The Soul Explosion Band Mr. Beery's (Bethpage) Open Mic Paradise Studios (Massapequa) Open Jam & Networking Session Plum Tomatoes (Mineola) Acoustic Open Mic With Frank Walker R.S. Jones (Merrick) Cuz Space At Westbury Theater Rodrigo y Gabriella Spice's Restaurant (Baldwin) Open Mic Night Suffolk Bar Louie (Commack) Live Music BrickHouse Brewery (Patchogue) Live Music Jazz Loft (Stony Brook) The Phyllis Tagg Trio Paramount (Huntington) Skid Row Red River Inn (Yaphank) E3 Treme (Islip) De Elegancia De La Salsa Vanderbilt Museum (Centerport) Led Zeppelin Laser Show Village Kava Bar (Smithtown) Chelsea Takami NYC/Queens Kupferberg Center (Flushing) Gladys Knight
Friday, November 10
Nassau Big Daddy's (Massapequa) Live Music Brokerage Comedy (Bellmore) Dom Irrera Corner Galley Restaurant (Massapequa) Evan K E.B. Elliot’s (Freeport) Live Music Glen Cove Mansion The Nina Gordon Party Governor’s Comedy (Levittown) Alignon Mitra K.J. Farrell's (Bellmore) Beyond Fab (Beatles Tribute) Junction (Long Beach) Petey Mix Lighthouse Waterfront Café (Glen Cove) Live Music Memories 2 (Williston Park) Live Music Mulcahy's Pub & Concert Hall (Wantagh) Ricky Roche (Happy Hour) Mr. Beery's (Bethpage) The Bluesaholics Mulcahy's (Wantagh) 90s Night With K-Rock Nutty Irishman (Farmingdale) Event Horizon NYCB Theatre At Westbury Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons Plattduetsche Park (Franklin Square) The Touch R.S. Jones (Merrick) Carrie McQuade Space At Westbury Theater Get The Led Out: The American Led Zeppelin Still Partners (Sea Cliff) Peak Sunset Grill (Seaford) Uppercut Swing The Teapot (Floral Park) Eric Semo Tilles Center (Brookville) Blue Öyster Cult / Jefferson Starship / Bourbon Stills Trotter's (Franklin Square) Down & Dirty Suffolk 89 North Music Venue (Patchogue) Rock Stars From Mars / Mean Machine Bobbique (Patchogue) Live Music Boulton Center (Bay Shore) Acoustic Alchemy BrickHouse Brewery (Patchogue) Live Music Brody McKay’s Tavern (Selden) Live Music Butterfield's (Hauppauge) Live Music Grey Horse Tavern (Bayport) JellyBand Heritage Trust Building At Heritage Park (Mount Sinai) May Pang: Loving John Lennon / Chris Palmarini & Jamie Valentine House Of Brews (Port Jefferson) Live Music Jazz Loft (Stony Brook) Danny Bacher Katie's Of Smithtown Live Music Lily Flanagan's (Babylon) Live Acoustic
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Almost Queen – which stormed out of the region just a few years ago to become a national force as well as one of the most heralded tribute bands in America – returns on Saturday, November 18 at 8 pm at NYCB Theatre At Wesbury Tickets and information: thetheatreatwestbury.com and (516) 334-0800. This show will be the second stop on a fall tour that's taking the area-based tribute legends throughout the east coast. Almost Queen’s August performance at Suffolk Theatre in Riverhead is still being talked about by area tribute band fans as one of the best of the year, and shows such as that concert have kept the band in demand each time they return to their home region. The group has become so successful that it has even headlined on AXS TV's “The World's Greatest Tribute Bands” series, which features cover bands at at the top of their popularity; Amost Queen performed on the April 12 edition of this long-running series. This weekly concert series brings music fans iconic bands such as The Police, The Beatles and Pink Floyd ... or, in this case, more-than reasonable facsimiles of those groups. Host Katie Daryl introduces concerts that are filmed at famous music venues in the Los Angeles area. Not only do the performers sound like their more-famous inspirations, but also they often derive their band names from the bands that they cover. The appearence by Almost Queen ranks as one of the show’s high water marks, according to their rabid fans. The Almost Queen lineup is surely familiar to area fans by now: Joseph Russo as Freddie Mercury, Steve Leonard as Brian May, Randy Gregg as John Deacon, and John Cappadona as Roger Taylor.
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Each year in the late fall, the mega-popular, horn-based big band Funk Filharmonik returns for a special anniversary show – and this year’s date is Tuesday, November 7 with doors at 7 pm at K.J. Farrell’s in Bellmore. October Road and its tribute to James Taylor opens. For advance ticket purchases, log on to thefunk. brownpapertickets.com; for more on tickets and the
New Date For Marilyn Manson In Huntington
Veteran shock rocker Marilyn Manson has announced rescheduled U.S. tour dates, including at The Paramount in Huntington, following the sudden postponement of his October U.S. tour due to an on-stage injury that occurred at The Hammerstein Ballroom on September 30 in New York City. All tickets for the originally scheduled October 3 performance at The Paramount will be honored at the newly announced date of February 15, 2018. If any ticket holders are unable to attend on the new date, refunds are available at their point of purchase. All remaining tickets for this newly announced show are now on sale. For ticket information go to MarilynManson.com or Ticketmaster.com; or contact The Paramount at (631) 673-7300.
Last In Line, featuring members of the bands of Ronnie James Dio, is sweeping the hard rock landscape – and they're group has taken part in a making a rare area appearance on special fall show. The Saturday, November 4 at Mulcahy's Pub & group’s lineup continues Concert Hall in Wantagh. Info: (516) 783to be comprised of some 7500; for tickets, log on to clubloaded.com. of the finest musicians Last In Line features Vinny Appice, this area has ever proVivian Campbell Andrew Freeman, Eric duced: Ozzie Melendez, Norlander, and Phil Soussan – who all Lee Finkelstein, Tom worked in the bands of the legendary singer Bowes, Greg Schleich, Ronnie James Dio. They forge ahead not Vinnie Cinquemani, Steve only paying tribute to their friend (the band's Finkelstein, Ron Fox, name is the same as one of Dio's best Joh Scarpulla, Dave albums), but also are blazing forward with Lavender, Jack Knight, raging concerts full of thunder. and Chris Karlic. The Annual Tradition Bonus: As is the Club Loaded way, a trio Funk Filharmonik cut Continues At K.J. Farrell’s of opening acts that are famous in their own its musical teeth during club: kjfarrells.com or call rights are also on the bill: Borgo Pass the 1980s at the legendary (516) 804-9925. (long a favorite from their many shows in Brokerage in Bellmore, when This time out, it’s the region), Black Water Rising, and promoter Gary Smith booked Funkiversary 32, marking the the veteran Bellmore-based rockers the band sight unseen – he 32nd year that this popular Share The Burden. 14 • Good Times Magazine - October 31 - November 13, 2017
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hadn’t even heard a demo tape. That’s because the FF lineup was so powerful in the area that Smith knew he had a good band in his prescence, and Smith, as usual, was right on the money. Many of Funk's members had performed regularly at The Brokerage, and Smith knew the caliber of fine musicians he was dealing with. Funk “Philharmonia” perfomed its first show on November 21, 1985. Since that first gig, there have been few changes in the band's lineup; fans love Filharmonik's big, fat, fiery horn sound and chunky rhythmic vibe.
Calendar Music / Live DJ Mary Dowling's Irish Pub (Islip) Live Music McGuire's Comedy (Bohemia) Mick Thomas Paramount (Huntington) Back To The 80s: Jessie's Girl Patchogue Theatre For The Performing Arts The Swing Dolls Red River Inn (Yaphank) E3 Revolution (Amityville) Prophet / Jess Freda / Edward J.J. Jones / J. Reeper / Often Spaced / Scotty Mac / Monique / Nyah'Zo Stephen Talkhouse (Amagansett) Choisters / Black & Blue Suffolk Theater (Riverhead) Treme (Islip) French Cookin' Blues Band Vanderbilt Planetarium (Centerport) Led Zeppelin Laser Light Show NYC/Queens/Brooklyn Brooklyn Public House Little Coyote Thai Rock (Rockaway Beach) Live Music
Saturday, November 11
Your Guide To Local Events A Pipe Dream / Offguard / Dino Skatepark Rudi's (Patchogue) Live Music Shandon Court (East Islip) The Cara Band Stephen Talkhouse (Amagansett) Running Rampant / Lynn Blue Band Treme (Islip) Billy Mira & The Hitmen Vanderbilt Planetarium (Centerport) Led Zeppelin Laser Light Show Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center Warriors Rock
Sunday, November 12
Nassau Corner Galley Restaurant (Massapequa) Kenny Hendricks K.J. Farrell’s (Bellmore) Curt Arnel & Friends Sunday Open Jam Landmark On Main Street (Port Washington) The Band Of Long Island Mr. Beery's (Bethpage) Live Music NYCB Theatre At Westbury Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons
Suffolk Nassau Amityville Music Hall Summer Homes / Brokerage Comedy (Bellmore) Alingon Mitra Funeral Attire / Human After All / Unitarian Universalist Congregation Of Central Commonweather Nassau (Garden City) Lois Morton Boulton Center (Bay Shore) E.B. Elliot's (Freeport) Live Music Rock Out Hunger 8: Denny Laine Governor’s Comedy (Levittown) Dom Irrera Comiskey Park Bar (Saint James) Open Mic K.J. Farrell's (Bellmore) Half Step (Grateful Grey Horse Tavern (Bayport) Dead Tribute) / Prognosis Groney & Griffin (Genesis & Pink Floyd Tribute) Madison Theatre At Molloy College (Rockville Centre) Livingston Taylor / Tom Chapin / Eva Memories 2 (Williston Park) Live Music Mr. Beery's (Bethpage) Lagunitas Beer Event / Pump (Aerosmith Tribute) / Lay Your Hands On Me (Bon Jovi Tribute) King Crimson • November 13 Mulcahy's Pub & Concert Hall (Wantagh) Big Shot The Paramount (Huntington) (Billy Joel Tribute) Huntington High School Senior Idol Nutty Irishman (Farmingdale) O El Amor Jazz Loft (Stony Brook) Danny Bacher NYCB Theatre At Westbury Lily Flanagan's (Babylon) Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons Live Acoustic Music Plattduetsche Park (Franklin Square) 45 RPM Paramount (Huntington) Brit Floyd R.S. Jones (Merrick) Patchogue Theatre For The Performing Arts Twisted Troubadour Duo A Sousa Salute To Our Armed Forces Still Partners (Sea Cliff) Drummer's Choice Red River Inn (Yaphank) Sunset Grill (Seaford) Victims Of Rock (VOR) Jam Night With Tom Pekar Swing The Teapot (Floral Park) Danny Kean Shandon Court (East Islip) Tommy Mulvihill Tap Room (Massapequa Park) Live Music Vanderbilt Planetarium (Centerport) Tilles Center (Brookville) The Music Of The The Steel Silk Band (Play/Concert) Knights: Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber, Sir Village Idiot Pub (Patchogue) Elton John, & Sir Paul McCartney Tribute / Live Breakfast Music Jazz Café @ Tilles: Thelonious Monk 100th Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center Birthday Celebration Long Island Opera Company: Trotter's (Franklin Square) Cover To Cover La Boheme
Suffolk 89 North Music Venue (Patchogue) Evening: Who's Next / Straight To Hell Noon: Vetstock Benefit Amityville Music Hall Oogee Wawa Bar Louie (Commack) Live Music Beau's Bar (Greenlawn) Live Music Bobbique (Patchogue) Live Music Boulton Center (Bay Shore) Freddie McGregor BrickHouse Brewery (Patchogue) Live Music Brody McKay’s Tavern (Selden) Live Music Butterfield’s (Hauppague) Live Music Carney's (Amityville) Brian McGeough George Martin’s Strip Steak (Great River) Chelsea Takami Grey Horse Tavern (Bayport) Shecky & The Twangtones House Of Brews (Port Jefferson) Live Music Jazz Loft (Stony Brook) Danny Bacher Lily Flanagan's (Babylon) DJ Epic Mary Dowling's Pub (Islip) Live Music McGuire’s Comedy Club (Bohemia) Vic Dibitetto Paramount (Huntington) Carlos Mencia Patchogue Theatre For The Performing Arts The Magic Of Lyn Recipe 7 (Miller Place) Live Music Red River Inn (Yaphank) The Glen Hagen Trio Revolution (Amityville) Afternoon – Julia Lambert / Count To Ten / Barely Know Her / Don't Believe In Ghosts / Jaclyn Manfredi Evening – Scarabino / The Haunting / Just
Jazz & Blues
Jazz, Blues, & Grooves: Here's a look at what's coming up at the area's jazz or blues clubs, Bettye LaVette as well as other venues: Long Island's Americana masters Lonesome Dan & The Curmudgeons open for R&B legend Delbert McClinton on November 1 at B.B. King's Blues Club in New York City. Tickets and info: bbkingblues.com or (212) 997-4144 ... Flushing Town Hall, not far from Long Island, is a premiere venue in New York City for great jazz at affordable prices. Among the many jazz events on the schedule for November and December are “NEA Jazz Masters: Celebrating 100 Years Of Dizzy And Monk” on Friday, November 3, featuring Kenny Barron, Jimmy
Photos: Harmonica Bill by Frank Bradford; Lonesome Dan & The Curmudgeons by Rich Balter Photography
NYC/Queens/Brooklyn Irish Whiskey Bar (Astoria) Bluegrass Jam With Dave McKeon & Mary Noecker
Monday, November 13
Nassau Allegria Hotel (Long Beach) Industry Night Cinque Terra Restaurant (Huntington) Monday Night Live Jazz: Frank Bellucci / Al Cardillo / Glafkos Kontemenlotis K.J. Farrell's (Bellmore) Open Mic & Jam Hosted By Kenny Forgione Suffolk BrickHouse Brewery (Patchogue) Vinyl Night Cinque Terre Restaurant (Huntington Station) Monday Jazz Jam Crooked Rail (Northport) Vox Populi Acoustic Open Mic With Live Artist Tapings Hosted by Michael Perlmutter Little Nook Café (West Sayville) Open Mic Hosted By Justin Odiogn & Eva Marie Nags Head Ale House (Huntington) Open Mic Paramount (Huntington) King Crimson Sea Cove (Center Moriches) Open Mic Shandon Court (East Islip) Musicians Night Hosted By Gil McLean Tap And Barrel (Smithtown) Blues Jam Trifecta Lounge (Copiague) Swing Sessions Hosted By Dud Music
Lonesome Dan & The Curmudgeons
Heath, Jimmy Owens, Jimmy Cobb, Lew Tabackin, and Rufus Reid. The Astoria Big Band offers “Memories Of Jazz In Queens” on Friday, November 17 at 8 pm – with a special appearance by The Big Apple Lindy Hoppers as part of the fun. A high profile booking: The Brubeck Brothers Quartet headlines on Friday, December 8 at 8 pm. Learn more at flushingThe townhall.org or Brubeck call (718) 463Brothers 7700 ... Treme in Quartet Islip keeps on keepin' on with an array of jazz and blues events during this month; on the schedule are Harmonica Bill & The Marked Deck on November 8; The Johnny Mac Band (which just released a new album, Ace) on November 18; and the return of the wild and wooly Billy Mira & The Hitmen on November 11. Learn more at tremeislip.com, or call (631) 277-2008 … Hot stuff: One of the biggest blues singers of recent Harmonica Bill years, the late-blooming & The Marked Bettye LaVette, will Deck headline on December 16 at The Landmark On Main Street in Port Washington. More on her in a future issue; tickets are available now at landmarkonmainstreet.com or by calling Landmark at (516) 767-6444.
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STUDIO NEWS
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Chelsea's Dawning: One of the area's most vibrant new artists, Chelsea Takami, pretty much raised the roof at her Lounge at The Space At Westbury debut; she recently worked at Cove City Sound Studios in Glen Cove on some of her stunning original materal. Learn more about Cove City at (516) 759-9111; get the scoop on Ms. Takami at chelseatakami.com or find her at Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. She's in the midst of putting together her debut EP; learn how you can get involved at her social media pages.
The Pros’ Choice: Audio Workstations Inc. in Islandia seems to have become a music professional's choice in recent times, and for good reason: It's a serious workplace for audio professionals. It's a revolutionary concept; the company's services include membership for audio engineers and producers; weekly studio access; and the ability for studios pros to set their own session rates. It's a remarkable concept for musicians and studios pros alike; learn more by calling Audio Workstations at (516) 448-2066.
A Studio Becomes A Concert Hall: Here's something different: A recurring event at Bobby La Serra's new Paradise Studios in Massapequa have been Thursday night open jams and networking sessions, usually beginning at 8 pm. It's been an opportunity for singers and players of all calibers to play, network, and simply have some fun in a state of the art recording and rehearsal studio. A $5 donation is requested; just bring your voice, guitar, bass, or sticks. Reports are that some of the jams are as entertaining as concerts. Learn more: (516) 799-4328 or find Paradise Studios on Facebook.
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She Sings Boo, You'll Say Yay: Ann-dee, who has pretty much established herself as Long Island's official Halloween singer/songwriter, recordedd her new song, “Then I Saw Frankenstein,” at Tiki Recording Studios in Glen Cove, working with veteran music professional Fred Guarino. Also on the production team: producer Henry Golis, and pianist Wayne Sabella, a favorite performer at Grasso's in Cold Spring Harbor. The fun Halloween single from Shimmy Cat Records is now available wherever music is sold.
The Sun Shines: Beneath The Nicole Sun Rehearsal & Recording Studio Polara in Hicksville continues to be a hotbed for rock & roll, with Mick James and the crew working with a host of both original and new acts, including The Proletarians, who have been in at the studio often during the past few months; Megahertz (MHZ, pictured below); the fast-rising Def Leppard tribute Rock Of Ages; Bayside's ageless rocker Barry Rock, who has brought in so many music superstars to work on his recordings that we don’t have room to list them all here; and more rock, soul, hip hop, and country musicians . Log on to Facebook to find Beneath The Sun, or call the still-new, luxurious studio at (631) 882-1327.
Photos: Chelsea Takami by Annemarie Bain; Paradise Jam by Red Sunset Studios; MHZ by Pete Yoda
Polara's Powerful Song: This past summer, Long Island-based singer/songwriter Nicole Polara worked on her new single, “Mean,” at Sabella Studios in Roslyn Heights – and now, the new song has been released nationally. Produced and engineered by James Sabella and David Silverstein, the tune features bass by the studio's Will Harris, with drums by Jake Navarbro. The bracing, rocking song composed by Polara is a big step in what certainly seems will be a long and successful music career from this dynamic performer. Hear the song at iTunes and Apple Music; find out more at sabellastudios.com.
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Huge Amp Blowout – amps by Vox, Marshall, Randall and more. All reduced to ridiculously low prices! Call Murphy’s Music today! (631) 549-4510. (TFN). Yamaha Clavinover electric piano, Rogue Beatle bass guitar, Yamaha 8 channel board, Carvin LM15 speakers, Mirage spotlight 1000, 2 LED par 64 lights with board, Samson wireless presentation mic & headset. All priced to sell. (516) 785-4234. (1225) STUDIOS
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Double Reed/woodwind teacher, oboe, bassoon, bass clarinet preferred. Call (631) 549-4510 or email resume to murphysmusicny@aol.com (TFN) Ticket Agency in Melville on 100 is looking to hire someone whose passion is music. Part time; could be full time. Computer skills a requirement; willing to train. (516) 802-0529. (1193) HELP WANTED: BARS & RESTAURANTS
Line Cook needed. 40-hour work week; must have at least five years experience. Hourly wage based on experience. Must be able to read and speak English. Must have clean appearance. Please forward resume with references. No drunks, addicts, or dealers need apply. Job duties include purchasing, food prepping, cooking,
managing kitchen, cleaning, checking inventory, helping the staff, and assorted miscellaneous duties. Phat Daddy’s Pub, 316 South Long Beach Road, Oceanside NY 11572. Call Mike at (516) 551-0171. (1186) Mulcahy’s Pub & Music Hall seeks bartenders, barmaids, kitchen help, and security personnel for Long Island’s top club. Stop by at 3232 Railroad Avenue in Wantagh to fill out an application. (1183) The Bench in Stony Brook is now hiring ALL front of house positions! Call (631) 675-1474 or stop in to 1095 Route 25A Stony Brook. (1183) Churchill’s Restaurant & Bar is currently looking to add to their staff and are in need of: Wait staff, line cooks, bus boys, bar backs, and hostess. Call (516) 766-2500 or stop in at 18 S. Park Avenue in Rockville Centre to find out more information. (1183) The Homestead is currently seeking waiters, waitresses, and a bus boy. Please stop by 107 South Street in Oyster Bay, or call (516) 922-9293 to fill out an application. (1183) MUSICIANS WANTED
Seek Bass and drums 50+, weekend studio play only. Trio for classics and blues. (631) 462-5987. (1239) MUSICIANS WANTED
Female Vocalists wanted for recordings. Call (631) 741-5836. Studio located in Farmingville. (1235) Blues Drummer wanted, daytime rehearsals a plus. Contact (631) 423-9416. (1239) MUSIC INDUSTRY: HELP WANTED
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learn hands-on recording andmixing CDs and albums. Compensation when you can engineer a session. Must have computer skills and a car. (631) 741-5836. (1224) VIDEO SERVICES
Attention Bands and singers: Nowadays you need music video to take your music to the next level. Do an HD music video for $300 to $400. Call (516) 642-6174 between 4 pm to 8 pm Mondays through Saturdays. (1204) FOR SALE-
Harmon Kardon Citation 16 amplifier, excellent condition, $500 alone. Rackmounted Citation 11 pre-amp, Citation 15 tuner, $700. All cables, manuals. Monster amp will knock your socks off. (631) 737-6286. (1185) Treadmill, not used much, LED lighting, $125. Nice big Ab Chair, $25. Bicyle exercise machine, $25. Women’s Universal machine, just like in high school, does everything: leg press, bench press, much more, $150. Chris (631) 496-6139. (1183) For Sale: Vintage 70s Budweiser clock; domed light; working condition. $99. Rich (516) 233-9916. (TFN)
For Sale: Miller High Life clock; 1970s. Light working. $99. Rich (516) 233-9916. (TFN) For Sale: Vintage movie posters. Scrooge Collectibles (516) 442-0703. (TFN) For Sale: Atlas Acoustic guitar, ’70s Fender Mexican Strats, Avon collectibles, board games, harmonicas. (718) 894-8245. (1198)
HEADLINERS
The Chris Robinson Brotherhood The Space At Westbury Theater November 2 at 8 PM thespaceatwestbury.com (800) 745-3000 The Brotherhood is on the road in 2017 supporting its fourth studio album, Anyway You Love, We Know How You Feel, and its follow up companion EP, If You Lived Here, You Would Be Home By Now – but during the tour, the prolific group's new studio album, Betty’s Blends, Vol. 3, was issued. Robinson returns to The Space for the third time, and his fans have been waiting for this show in droves.
savage sounds Recording Studio 343 Hempstead Turnpike West Hempstead, NY 11552 (516) 405-0049 www.savagesoundsinc.com info@savagesoundsinc.com "Join our mailing list at
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Make Your Plans Now For These Huge Events Photo: Chris Robinson Brotherhood by Jay Blakesberg
Dee Snider The Paramount, Huntington November 3 at 8 PM paramountny.com (631) 673-7300 Long Island's favorite son (and hands down, one of its coolest people) returns, and the ageless, tireless performer will offer music from throughout his vast canon of hard rock hits – and yes, you can expect some Twisted Sister classics on the bill of fare. Here’s hoping for “We’re Not Gonna Take It”! Also on the bill on this special night: Voices Of Extreme and Killcode.
Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons NYCB Theatre At Westbury November 10 through 12 thetheatreatwestbury.com (516) 334-0800 Some of today’s generation may not understand as it mindlessly vibrates to “deep bass” – but how many acts can fill a major venue such as NYCB Theatre for three successive nights? Make your plans now for all hits you can handle, including “Walk Like A Man,” “My Eyes Adored You,” “Big Girls Don't Cry,” and the other classics by these Rock & Roll Hall of Famers. Act fast, as by all accounts these shows will fill the place.
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Arts Announcements Rapunzel
Art Glamour Icons: Marc Rosen Saltzman Fine Art Building, Nassau County Museum Of Art, Roslyn Harbor Through November 5; (516) 484-9338; nassaumuseum.org This exhibition celebrates fragrance and cosmetic packaging as an art form.
Krysten Ritter
Books Krysten Ritter Book Revue, Huntington November 7 at 7 pm; (631) 271-1442; bookrevue.com The superstar actress (“Breaking Bad,” “Jessica Jones”) will speak about and sign copies of her debut thriller, Bonfire. Comedy Friday Night Face-Off Theatre Three, Port Jefferson Most Fridays at 10:30 pm; theatrethree.org; (631) 928-9202 Long Island's longest-running improv show rolls on with new laughs each week. Call or log on for schedules.
Jim Dailakis
The 50+ Comedy Tour Madison Theater At Molloy College, Rockville Centre November 4 at 8 pm; (516) 323-4444; 50pluscomedy.com Yet another stop on this unique humor tour: Paul Anthony, Stevie G.B., Sherry Davey, and Jim Dailakis (below right) headline. It's Your Line Now! Theatre Three, Port Jefferson November 4 at 8 pm; (631) 928-9100; theatrethree.com Live improv comedy where the audience becomes part of the show; Isaacs & Baker and Vinny Mark lead the fun. Concerts The Good Old Dance Band St. Sylvester's Parish Center, Medford Check website for show dates; (631) 730-3333; goodolddanceband.com The monthly show of Mike Virostko and his 17-piece swing band. Dancing, raffles; log on for show dates. The World According To Gilbert & Sullivan Jamesport Meeting House, Laurel November 11 at 8 pm; (516) 229-1427; GilbertandSullivanLI.com. A musical revue featuring songs from Gilbert & Sullivan operas, performed by a quintet of singers with piano accompaniment. CSNsongs: Tribute To Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young Theatre Three, Port Jefferson November 11 at 8 pm; (631) 928-9100; theatrethree.com A seven-piece tribute act heralding the most successful folk rockers of all time. Molloy College 2017 Gala: Russell Thompson Jr. & The New Stylistics Madison Theater at Molloy College, Rockville Centre November 3 at 8:30 pm; (516) 323-4444; madisontheatreny.org The legendary R&B group (“You Make Me Feel Brand New”) headlines this annual Molloy gala; make plans early for what's sure to be a packed event. Hobbies Long Island Auto Replica Society Henrietta Acampora Recreation Center, Centereach Third Thursday of each month at 7 pm; (516) 884-2270; (631) 946-6335 L.I.A.R.S. meetings are open to anyone with an interest in building scale models of automobiles. Call for more info and meeting dates.
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Performance Russell Thompkins Jr. & The New Stylistics The Martial Artists & Acrobats Of China Staller Center, Stony Brook University November 11 at 8 pm; stallercenter.com; Don't Drink The Water (631) 632-ARTS [2787] Studio Theatre, Lindenhurst On tour from The People’s Republic Through November 12; of China, The Martial Artists and Acrobats of Tianjin bring art forms that (631) 226-8400; studiotheatreli.com combine music, acrobatics, mime, The early comedy classic by and dancing. Woody Allen. Theater Rapunzel Jekyll & Hyde The Showplace Noel S. Ruiz Theatre At CM at The Bellmore Movies Performing Arts Center, Oakdale November 4 at 11 am; Through November 4; (516) 599-6870; (631) 218-2100; cmpac.com plazatheatrical.com The ultimate struggle of good versus Plaza Theatrical Productions: The evil comes to life in this classic latest stop of this family production. musical.
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Oliver! Smithtown Center For The Performing Arts Nov-ember 11 through January 21; smithtownpac.org; (631) 724-3700 Consider yourself at home with Lionel Bart’s musical based on Charles Dickens' Oliver Twist. Crazy For You BayWay Arts Center, East Islip Nov-ember 8 through 19; (631) 581-2700; broadhollow.org BroadHollow Theatre Company: Oh, The Gers-hwins: “I Got Rhythm” is just The Martial Artists one of the hits of & Acrobats Of China one of Broadway's legendary scores. Kiss Me, Kate BroadHollow Theater, Elmont Through November 5; (516) 775-4420; broadhollow.org BroadHollow Theatre Company: One of Cole Porter's best is revived.
Fiddler On The Roof The Showplace At Bellmore Movies November 5 at 2 pm; plazatheatrical.com; (516) 599-6870 Plaza Theatrical Productions: Richard Schindler stars as Tevye with Sabrina Taub Selvin as Golde; directed by Chris Dufrenoy. Miranda Levittown Public Library, Levittown Through November 5; (516) 731-5728; ivylaneplayers.com Peter Blackmore's fantasy comedy.
Admission is free; donations will be accepted. Reserve tickets are at the Library Reference desk.
Annie John W. Engeman Theatre At Northport November 9 through December 31; (631) 261-2900; engemantheatre.com Engeman Theatre: Leapin' lizards! The beloved comic strip star returns.
I Ought To Be In Pictures Carriage House Theater, Centerport November 10 through 19; (516) 557-1207; carriagehouseplayers.org The Carriage House Players: It's Neil Simon's comedy centering on perhaps the most put-upon father of all time.
A Midsummer Night's Dream Merrick Theatre & Center For The Arts Through November 12; (516) 868-6400 The adventures of four young lovers and a group of amateur actors – and their interactions with woodland fairies who inhabit a moonlit forest.
Death Of A Salesman Bay Street Theater, Sag Harbor November 9 through 25; (631) 725-9500; baystreet.org This revival of the Arthur Miller classic features a stellar cast including Willy Cappuccio, Keith Cornilius, Chloë Dirksen, and Rachel Feldman.
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Hofstra University’s Department of Drama And Dance presents the rock musical Hair through November 5 at The Toni & Martin Sosnoff Theater, located at The John Cranford Adams Playhouse in Hempstead. Directed by Professor Cindy Rosenthal, Hair seems as vital today as when it debuted. “Just as Hair broke ground in the tumult
Garnet Rogers Returns To Sunday Street Series
Canadian folk star Garnet Rogers returns on Sunday, November 5 at 3 pm to The Long Island Museum, Stony Brook as part of WUSB-FM's Sunday Street Series. Rogers set out on the road at age 18 as a full-time working musician with brother Stan Rogers, the Canadian folk legend. Establishing himself as a solo artist following his brother’s tragic death, Garnet has delivered performances centered on extraordinary songs and his unsurpassed playing on a host of guitars; his most recent album is Summer’s End. In 2016, Garnet published Night Drive, his memoir of his days of touring in a band with his brother Stan in the late 1970s; Rogers will likely share some passages from it in his live show. Advance sales at $22 are at sundaystreet.org through Friday, November 3; admission at the door is $27. More info: (631) 632-1093.
Senior Idol: The big CONEST REturns
The Senior Idol contest is back for 2017, and this year’s event will offer a bigger show and production than ever before. Showcasing vocalists, dancers, comedians, an other entertainers over the age of 50, The 2017 Senior Idol contest is scheduled for Novemeber 12 at at Huntington High School, located at 188 Oakwood Road in Huntington. The 2017 winner will be crowned during this event. This year’s winner can follow in the footsteps of former winners such as Lee Ann Brill (pictured), who has gone on to perform at venues large and small accross the region. Advance tickets are $25 per person, or $20 per person for groups of 10 or more; at the door, admisson is $35. For advanced tickets, call (631) 286-0058, extension 112. This event is co-produced and presented by Fifty Plus Lifestyles and Ms. New York Senior America. Learn more at 50plusny.com or newyorksenioramerica.org.
of the 1960s, preaching revolution, changing our understanding of narrative flow, of the style and range of a musical theater score, of what a Broadway cast would look and sound like, and of what the audience could expect – Hofstra’s tribe of passionate and committed undergrads will break new ground with Hair in Fall 2017,” said Rosenthal. “In the rage and crash of current storms, they will rock you – and the cry to ‘Let The Sunshine In’ is more powerful than ever.” The show schedule is November 3 and 4 at 8 pm, and November 5 at 2 pm. There will be a “talkback” with the cast following the performance on November 3. For tickets and information call the Hofstra Box Office at (516) 463-6644, or purchase tickets online at hofstra.edu.
Susan Werner Headlines 'First Saturday' Concert
The quirky, inventinve, and always original singer/songwriter Susan Werner returns to Long Island on Saturday, November 4 at 7:30 pm to headline the “First Saturday” concert series at The First Congregational Church of Huntington in Centerport. The series is presented by The Folk Music Society of Hutningtion; use fmsh.org for tickets, or call (631) 631-425-2925.
Already favorite of FMSH audiences, Werner has never been one to adhere to just one musical style. A gifted singer/songwriter who accompanies herself on both guitar and piano, she is known for her musical versatility and her witty repartee during live performances. The classically trained and jazz-inspired Iowa native, who now calls Chicago home, has been performing at concerts and festivals audiences for more than two decades. Her September 2017 release, An American In Havana (Werner’s 13th studio recording) is a collection of original songs inspired by two recent trips to Cuba. Good Times Magazine - October 31 - November 13, 2017 • 21
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Rhythm Tracking With Jimi LaLumia
An In-Depth Look At The Hottest Area Artists A Top Band’s
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Who: The weeks to come will herald the return of Deer Park-based Schroeder’s Ghost, a multi-faceted group that’s quite unlike most on the area scene in that it brings audiences the gamut of the popular musical spectrum: Blues, rock, funk, jazz, country, and original songs. As the band itself put it: “We’re your all-service band!” This BlokHed Records group is now comprised of Colleen Farquhar (saxophone), Pam Dixon (vocals, harmonica, percussion), Paul Cruz (bass and vocals), Tom Stiegler (drums and vocals), Richard Forman (keyboards), and Tommy Higgins (guitar and vocals). The group also features six-part harmonies and spectacular lighting and sound, making this as major league a music experience as any you’ll find in any club in this region. The Artists & Their Sound: The band’s bio: “Schroeder’s Ghost is a five-piece force of rock and blues nature who have made a name for themselves by featuring a treasure trove of eclectic little musical nuggets that continuously bring down the house, and by putting on a show that will leave you feeling like you've just been to a concert at Madison Square Garden. “All the band members are veterans of the tri-state music scene and abroad, and have shared the stage with many national artists and bands over the years. These uber-talented musicians share a camaraderie and level of professionalism rarely seen these days, which directly translates to the quality of the product. The band has a slammin' set of unique tunes on their menu that you don't hear often (if you've heard them at all), and they serve 'em up in a most interesting way. But, alas, this is something that must been seen and heard, as merely reading about it can't possibly capture the essence that is Schroeder's Ghost.” If Stielger’s name seems familiar, it should be: He’s the head of the nationally renowned BlokHed Studios. As a veteran musician, this respected music pro wouldn’t be inolved in just any project. “This is – by far – the best lineup we've ever had,” said an enthusiasic Stiegler. “I'm very proud of this band and the work we all have put in so far. It's truly wonderful to work with people who are just great human beings, and who genuinely enjoy being together.” To Learn More & Contact The Artists: The official “welcome back” extravaganza for Schroeder’s Ghost will be December 22 at Sunset Grill in Seaford; they’ll return there on February 2, and will perform on January 22 at Bobbique in Patchogue. Find the band at the newly updated schroedersghost.com, or find them at Facebook, ReverbNation, and Twitter.
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Jerry’s Jungle: Stranded In The Jungle: Jerry Nolan's Wild Ride is a new book by Curt Weiss. It's a fun but also eye-opening look at the life of the astoundingly underrated drummer of The New York Dolls and the Johnny Thunders Heartbreakers, who were around before Tom Petty used the name (or took the name, according to
some). Nolan's rough and tumble life is presented in startling detail, as, like many rock & roll band members, we hear some horror stories that are part and parcel of the profession, especially back in the non-PC 1960s and ’70s. What cannot be denied is the natural music talent that Nolan displayed from his very early days once he arrived in New York. The New York Dolls, one of the prime movers in the birth of punk, are still not inductees into The Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame as of this writing. Team Taylor: Since I pronounced my enjoyment of the new Taylor Swift material, she has exposed even more – and I have to say, to my ears, these are tunes I will be happy to hear for years to come. "Ready For It” has followed "Look What You Made Me Do," and I can only hope and imagine that the entire new album
will be cut from the same cloth. The early “country girl” version of Swift was not to my liking, and her pop-o-rama "Shake It Off" period seemed forced to me. Now, however, the new direction seems timely and authentic, and if she continues to evolve as she has in this past decade, she'll be around for a very long time. I'm Team Taylor! Calling The Police: Sting and Stewart Copeland, original members of The Police, may or may not be all that amused by the surfacing of a cassette tape from the Roxy club in the UK that was recorded round 1977, when they played an early set of their own (with original band guitarist Henri Padovani) – and afterward came back on stage as part of Cherry Vanilla's band, performing songs from her great RCA UK album Bad Girl. Audio from any of The Police/Vanilla gigs has been a holy grail for decades, and now, someone in the UK has shown up with a raw but very real tape from that historic night in that equally historic club. We have yet to hear it, but we’ll post more info as the news develops. "I wanna rock and roll, I wanna be a punk!" – Cherry Vanilla, 1977.
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Stephanie Quayle
From Songwriter To Country Star At Staller Center One of the hottest new stars on the country scene is Stephanie Quayle, who is rising up the charts as these words are being put to press – and she’ll make her area debut on Friday, November 3 at 8 pm at The Staller Center at Stony Brook University. For Pottery Classes Are Poppin’ tickets and information: In Patchogue stallercenter.com and With paint and sip classes now a popular (631) 632-ARTS [2787]. date night or girl’s night out activity, Paint Quayle captures the The Town Studio in Patchogue Village has heart of storytelling as she expanded its classes to include makeoffers the genre a fresh sound, relatable storylines, and an invigorating presence. Harnessing her your-own pottery workshops. Guests can signature passion and pairing it with an authentic artistry, fans can expect to hear and feel exactly what take to the pottery wheel, creating works they didn’t know they were missing in her newly released album, Love The Way You See Me. of art, from scratch, at one of two class “This music has changed me and I have found what I believe to be my place in country music,” said options – “Sip ‘n Spin” or “Pottery Wheel Quayle. “I have never been more comfortable in my voice and skin as I am today.” The new single from Throwing.” the album, “Winnebago,” has been scoring on country radio stations and websites all over country; the “This class is a great activity for song served as the perfect country-based late-summer anthem of 2017. couples looking for a fun, new date night Partnering with producer Matt McClure of the 2013 CMA “Song of the Year,” “I Drive Your Truck” by activity,” said Alison Hinkaty, owner of Lee Brice, Quayle’s new music is catching the attention of both fans and the music industry. Paint the Town. “It’s a great activity that Accompanying the released singles, the upcoming album includes the songwriter’s “Post It,” “Shoebox,” won’t take up your entire night or break and the heated “Selfish,” along with crowd favorites “I've Got Your Six,” “Ugly,” and the title track. the bank.” “Drinking With Dolly” is close to Quayle’s heart. It is an anthem for all the women of country in a Classes will meet November 1, 7, 14, time when female artists are rising together to make a major impact in today’s music scene. Quayle is 12 and 28 from 7 to 9 pm. The six-week currently celebrating two Top 50 records on the Billboard Indicator chart with "Drinking With Dolly" and session costs $210, which includes all follow up single "Winnebago." "Drinking With Dolly" was a catalyst for moments like a #1 music video necessary materials. on the CMT Music 12-Pack Countdown, her national television debut on Fox News’ “Fox & Friends,” For more information visit paintand an invitation to The Island Hopper Songwriter’s Festival. thetownstudio.com or call (631) 307-9889.
All-American Songs: The Swing Dolls In Patchogue The Patchogue Theatre presents The Swing Dolls in "A Swinging Salute To Veterans Day" concert on Friday, Novemeer 10 at 8 pm. The Swing Dolls request that Long Island military veterans send in their photos and homecoming stories to boxoffice@patchoguetheatre.org to be featured in a special tribute performance during the show. The Swing Dolls' spot-on renditions of hits such as “Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy” and “Goodnight Sweetheart, Goodnight,” include vintage costumes and choreography, historic anecdotes and patter, and laudience interaction. Tickets: PatchogueTheatre.org, or call the box office at (631) 207-1313.
Rachel Platten has become a huge Long Island favorite thanks to her appearances at The Great South Bay Music Festival and this past summer’s Pride Festival in Long Beach – and now she’s back with her second album, Waves, now out on Columbia Records. She’ll also headline on December 3 at The Paramount in Huntington (tickets: paramountny.com). “I loved making this album, I've never felt so free creatively,” said Platten. “I wrote all of these songs without getting in the way, and I
Rachel Platten
Long Island Favorite Makes More ‘Waves’ just let whatever needed to come through me just come. I worked out a lot of heavy stuff on some of the songs and cried on my piano at 3 am some nights, but I also woke up some days and jumped into the ocean and felt amazing and just wanted to write songs I could dance to. This album is raw and it's
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emotional, but it's also fun and sweet and it's real. It's honestly just all of me and I am so damn proud of it.” Platten spent the last year writing and recording Waves in Los Angeles, working with top songwriters and producers including Ryan Tedder, Stargate, Jason Evigan, Ian Kirkpatrick, Nate Cyphert, Mitch Allan, and Jon Levine. The majority of the album was recorded at the famed Village Studios in Los Angeles, and all 13 tracks were co-written by Platten.
Waves follows the success of “Fight Song,” a song that touched millions of people around the world with its empowering and resilient message of never giving up. “Fight Song” is certified three times platinum and has gone on to sell more than four million downloads worldwide; the single topped countless radio and iTunes charts around the globe before being succeeded by Platten’s platinum certified hit, “Stand By You.” Her goldcertified major label debut album was Wildfire last year.
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recovery in Puerto Rico. For more information or to make a donation, visit hispanicfederation.org /unidos.
Photos courtesy respective artists, record labels, and venues; Phoebe Ryan by Eric White; Rolling Stones via UMe
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Goes Global
‘Almost Like Praying’: Help For Puerto Rico
Atlantic Records has released LinManuel Miranda’s “Almost Like Praying” (Featuring Marc Anthony, Ruben Blades, Camila Cabello, Pedro Capo, Dessa, Gloria Estefan, Fat Joe, Luis Fonsi, Juan Luis Guerra, Alex Lacamoire, John Leguizamo, Jennifer Lopez, Rita Moreno, Ednita Nazario, Joell Ortiz, Anthony Ramos, Gina Rodriguez, Gilberto Santa Rosa, PJ Sin Suela, Tommy Torres, and Ana Villafañe).” The all-star single is available at all digital music retailers and streaming services. With music and lyrics by Miranda, and produced by Jeffrey “Trooko” Penalva, “Almost Like Praying” was written and recorded at studios in New York City, Los Angeles, Miami, The Dominican Republic, and Puerto Rico. Miranda traveled to each location to work with the contributing performers. Penned by Miranda, the original song borrows its title and hook from Leonard Bernstein and Stephen Sondheim’s classic song “Maria” from the original Broadway musical West Side Story. The entire sale price of $1.29 will benefit The Hispanic Federation’s UNIDOS Disaster Relief Fund to help meet hurricane-related needs and
Jasmine Thompson has released a music video for “Words” from her new Wonderland EP. She’s also currently on her first ever North American tour (alongside Astrid S). What a record: Thompson’s music has been streamed more than one billion times worldrollingstones.com, or find them on wide, and has amassed Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and on more than 471 million their YouTube channel. views on her YouTube page, which boasts 2.8 Phoebe Ryan: million subscribers. A Lot Has ‘Changed’ Thompson is featured on Indie-pop artist Phoebe Ryan has Felix Jaehn’s “Ain’t unveiled a new track, “James Has Nobody (Loves Me Changed.” The song is featured on Better),” which now has the singer’s new five-song James EP, over 400 million global which includes the kiss-off song streams (and hit the top 10 on iTunes’ Top Dance Songs), has The more than 294 million YouTube Rolling views and earned gold and plat- Stones inum certifications in a range of countries. Find her at jasminethompsonmusic.com and all over social media.
Rolling Stones: They’re ‘On Air’
December 1 will see the release of The Rolling Stones – On Air, a collection of rarely heard radio recordings from their formative years. The songs, including eight the band have never recorded or released commercially, were originally broadcast on bygone UK BBC shows such as Saturday Club, Top Gear, Rhythm and Blues and The Joe Loss Pop Show between 1963 and 1965. To be released via Polydor Records/UMe on CD, double-CD deluxe edition, heavy weight vinyl, and special limited-edition colored vinyl, these flashbacks offer an insight into the band as a vital and constantly surprising live unit. Such was the frequency with which they visited BBC studios in the ’60s, the group constantly set out to offer listeners something different. Jasmine As well as Thompson songs that never appeared on singles or albums, there are seven tracks that were debuted over the airwaves before featuring on albums or EPs. Get the scoop at
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“Forgetting All About You” featuring blackbear, the moody track “Be Real,” the newly released “James Has Changed,” and “Should I” and “Aspirin.” “The James EP is a collection of songs that I put together to tell the story of a relationship from beginning to end,” said Ryan. “It's only half based in reality, but at the same time, it's all completely true. These are not love songs, but they are about love. ‘James’ is driven by uncertainty, lust, vulnerability, destructive behavior, and disappointment ... but most of all, passion. Having so much passion that you don't even know what to do with it.” Ryan will perform her new songs on her North American headline tour, which kicks off in Philadelphia tonight (October 31).
Twickets:
A New Era For Live Music? Do you remember what it was like to buy a face value ticket for your favorite show or event? Europe's
leading face value resale ticketing platform, Twickets, has launched in the U.S. (twickets.live), enabling music fans to securely trade tickets at no more than face value for concerts and live events throughout the country. Twickets has received support thus far from several international music stars, including Adele, Ed Sheeran, Mumford & Sons, Queen, and The XX. The platform recently launched in the U.S. in partnership with artists such as Niall Horan, Pixies, PVRIS, and Wilco, with more names to be announced soon. Since its launch, Twickets users have saved other fans on the platform over $20 million in inflated prices and fees for event tickets. "We started Twickets to provide an alternative for true fans who genuinely couldn't make a show, ensuring another fan attended in their place," says Twickets founder and entrepreneur Richard Davies. "This is something our team truly believes in, and this belief has been well received thus far in the U.K. and, most recently, in Australia. We are excited to bring Twickets to the U.S., and we look forward to its growth and expansion in one of the world's biggest live-event markets." Twickets first launched in the U.K. in February 2015 as an alternative to secondary ticket sites that price genuine fans out of attending events, and ultimately harming the live industry. It has received massive success thus far with over 500,000 users, and counting. Earlier this year, the platform expanded to Australia. Visit twickets.live to buy and sell tickets and to learn more.