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Vol. 34 # 391JULY 2016

Decipher Life…

Powerful, Intense, & Ready to ROCK! • WHISKEY BURN OPENING FOR QUIET RIOT JULY 7 • IT’S MY PARTY - TRIBUTE TO THE 80’S JULY 8 & 9 • GREAT AMERICAN GUITAR SHOW JULY 9 & 10 • SUMMER MUSIC FEST BENEFITS RED CROSS ALL AGES ALONG THE JUNIATA RIVER -3 DAYS! • SUPER BOB RETURNS TO TUBBY’S • LINDSEY STIRLING COMES TO READING MUSIC IS EVERYWHERE...TURN THE PAGE...

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Fri July 15......Dante’s, Frostburg MD w/ The Phyrg Sat July 16.......FAM FEST, The Abbey Bar, Harrisburg PA Sat July 23......Beer Fest Brickyard Alehouse, Williamsport PA Mon July 25.....The Bern Bash, FDR Skatepark, Philadelphia PA Sat July 30.....Racehorse Tavern, Thomasville, PA August 12-13.....Kind Minds Transformative Festival,

~dance • rock • covers from the 90’s to today~ FRIDAY, JULY 1st / Full Band The Vineyard Brewery at Hershey, Middletown, PA SATURDAY, JULY 9th / Full Band Cigars International, Hamburg, PA FRIDAY, JULY 22nd/ Full Band Chick’s, Hummelstown, PA

Camp Reily Harrisburg PA August 27...........MYO Park Millersburg PA

More dates TBA! Catch CTC on tour summer 2016! Booking now! Contact CTC for booking 717.979.9234 NEW Email: ctcdub@gmail.com Check our Facebook & Reverbnation pages for current dates

“CONSIDIRATION” & “CHEMICAL the EP COCTAIL”

TUESDAY, August 2nd / Full Band Marysville Carnival, Marysville, PA THURSDAY, August 4th / Full Band Susquehanna Valley Harley Davidson Bike Nite Harrisburg, PA

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CONTENTS CONTENTS 08...across the desk 10...out & about 12,,,nationals 15...cover feature decipher life

the ryan alan band

16...guitar & bass expo 18...the professor 23...remembering dennie huber 24...sane advice

colt wilbur band

24... pa musician reviews 27...classified notes cover photo by

Christine C. Photographie

the professor reviews Ringo Starr show..

guns & roses official reunion party with the rocket queens gullifty’s August, 12th 6

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photo by rachel rocks

penterra live at tubby’s July, 2016

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CODY ROSS from Redneck Ruckus (acoustic)

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Fri. 07/15 - $10 cover...

SUPER BOB w/

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July: 1st  -­     7:00-­10:30  Shrewsbury  Vol.  Fireman’s  Carnival,    Shrewsbury,     PA 2nd  -­    4:00-­8:00  White’s  Harley  Davidson,     Lebanon,           PA 28th  -­   7:00-­10:00  Grantville  Carnival,    Grantville,         PA 30th  -­   7:30-­9:30  Shippensburg  Fair,     Shippensburg,  PA August: WK WLPH WED %HQHÂżW )RU 'DYH $W 7XEE\ÂśV 'XQFDQQRQ 3$ 19th  -­  6:00-­9:00   Schafferstown  Carnival,     Schafferstown,  PA September: 11th  -­  2:00-­6:00  100th  Anniversary  John  Meyer  &  Sons    Stewartstown,   PA 15th,  16th,  17th  -­  (time  tba)  Wild  Bills  (Delmarva  Bike  Week)         Ocean  City,        MD 22nd  -­  11:00-­4:00   York  Harley  Davidson  Plant,    York,                  PA 23rd  -­   6:45-­9:45   York  Bike  Night,      York,                  PA 24th   -­  7:00-­10:00   Sunset  Bar  and  Grill,    Middletown,       PA

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Fri. 07/22 - NO Cover

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, THURSDAY July 28th

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Fri. 07/29 - STEALING NO COVER...

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Sat. 07/30 - DONATIONS APPRECIATED....

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ACROSS THE DESK By Robin Noll

The last piece of the puzzle and then another issue will be a sleep at the printer for a few short hours than they’ll get it on the press and we’ll start our delivery routine. Sorry about last month’s article but no one really noticed. Whitey had his annual cancer check up. They kept changing it on us so it wound up on a deadline day. We did get good news and he is now cancer free. Thank you Jesus! Cancer , or any sickness is hard on a family to go through. It does test your love and devotion for one another. We made it by the help of God and some amazing friends and family who were there for us. I love my family so much and my church family as well. There are so many events happening throughout the summer it makes it hard to decide which ones to go to. One big event happening in our area is the Summer Music Festival happening July 15th, 16th and 17th at the Millerstown Community Park along the beautiful Juniata River.

A sum of money was left by a generous person for the people of Millersstown to build a Community Park and they have put a lot of thought and care into it. The stage area is fantastic and as you listen to music you can see the river in the background. Jake has been working on this event for over a year. It’s a Festival with all the proceeds going to the local American Red Cross. The event begins on Friday the 15th at noon with Carly Clark opening up the event followed by The Jay Players, Thieves & Lovers, Jesse Baker Band and the last band of the evening will be Fully Loaded. Saturday on the 16th bands begin at 12 noon once again with Dark Matter Trio followed by Redneck Ruckus, The Vintage Band, Friend of Bob and ending the night is The Ryan Alan Band. Ryan is a talented vocalist and entertainer and the boys have written some great originals. Sunday there is a Community Church Service that starts at 10:30 AM with Heaven’s Thunder band starting at noon followed by Entrusted365 and then at 4pm The Colt Wilbur Band will complete the show. There will also be a Silent Auction, Food Court, Kids Zone, Vendors, a Pet Picture contest and so much more. Buy your tickets eartly and save it’s $25 for a 3 day pass

We are so ready to PARTY!! Come out & join us ...Friday, July 29th... CHICK’S TAVERN, Hummelstown, PA

The

Ryan Alan

photo by Meredith Kaminek

Band

July 02 - Dela-Ches Fishing Association, Palmyra, PA all day July 08 - Tubby’s, Duncannon, PA opener doors open 8:30 Cody Smith from Redneck Ruckus acoustic 1\S` :\TTLY 4\ZPJ -LZ[P]HS 9LK *YVZZ )LULÄ[ Millerstown, PA Festival starts 11am (RAB 8:15pm) July 23 - 21st Anniversary Susquehanna Valley Harley Davidson 11am - 1pm Harrisburg, PA July 29 - Virgils at Tioga Downs, 9pm July 30 - Whiskey Ridge, Fireball night, Mechanicsburg, PA doors open 9pm Aug 25 - 28, Charter Bus Trip to Nashville, see band for tickets and info

Our 2nd release,

“LEFT BEHIND” Available on ITunes 7/02/ - The Rock Cafe 56 E Emaus St Middletown PA 7:30-10 7/16 - Columbus Park, Trenton NJ 1-5 Save a Life Tour 2016 with Romans Road and others 7/24/- Stage 48 605 W 48th St New York opening for STRYPER also with Lost Legacy. Rescheduled date!! Call 610.420.9401 for tickets and information.

For Bookings call: 717-773-3773 facebook.com/The Ryan Alan Band www.RyanAlanMusic.com twitter.com/RyanAlanCountry

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Across the Desk continued...

totally inadequate for what I am attempting to do in runand $50 for a VIP 3 Day Pass. You can get your tickets at ning our two publications, The Shopper’s Remedy and the local libraries and at mkt.com/rcmf. You can call Jake at PA Musician Magazine and it does get overwhelming, yet 717-889-0338. I just checked the facebook page and it has I feel blessed and honored that you let me help people all kinds of information. One day tickets are available as know about your own creative endeavors. May we continZHOO IDFHERRN 6XPPHU PXVLF IHVWLYDO WR EHQHÀW WKH UHG ue to thrive in our businesses and help one another along cross. It is kind of long and there are a whole slew of fes- the way. Have a great month and may the Love of Jesus tivals but just keep typing and it will come up. Hopefully Christ our Savior grow in you stronger and stronger each day! And Whitey I love you dearly. More and more everyI will see you there. Another music event happening is It’s My Party present- day! Email me at Rnoll@pamusician.net. ing “A Tribute to the 80” Friday, July 8th and Saturday, July 9th at the Moose Park in Gettysburg. Bands at this event inbclude Big Jack, Judas Priestess, Cold Gin, Zed -Drepplin, Brickyard Road, Steel, Everybody Wants One plus more. Purchase on line and save some money. Go to ITSMYPARTYPA.COM. There are shows happening in so many places. We are always asked why don’t you list all the bands, shows, clubs and festivals happening throughout the state. My Christine C. Photographie answer is unfortunately we are funded by out advertisers and I feel I have an obligation to cover those shows that advertise with us. Now, of course, that too would be an Events/Bands impossible feat, to cover every show that advertises in our Familypaper. So we try to do the best we can and if you have Engagement something to write about an event being advertised in our Senior Class pages please do so and submit it and we’ll do our best to SULQW LW ,·YH EHHQ XS KRXUV DQG P\ EUDLQ DQG ÀQJHUV are having a melt down. Just want all my advertisers and readers know how www.christinecphotographie.com much I appreciate their continued support and love. I feel

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Out & About continued.... straight to Woodshed Guitar Works in Carlisle, where Chris DellaPorta is the owner. I knew I could easily trust his guidance in this big purchase, plus it was nice to support someone who has supported the magazine for years with not only his shop, but with both of his bands, Smokin Gunnz, and Single Barrel. Chris had everything we needed to get Zack started and then some. It was so easy for a Mom that has absolutely no clue. I’m sure Chris could help anyone if he could help out us clueless people without making us feel like morons! Thanks again Chris for making it so simple and painless. If you need a guitar, amp, or some other gadget for your guitar, check out Woodshed Guitar Works. His real specialty is stringed instrument repair & service, but he also buys, sells, trades, and consigns used musical gear. It’s a neat little shop, and well worth checking out. For all of the details about where it is and and when it’s open, check out his ad in this issue. Well that’s all again for this month. I will continue to do my best to get “Out and About� to support local music. It’s not easy, but I do strive to get out there and see as much as possible. Two nights this month where I could’ve possibly made it out I wound up zonking out on the couch instead. It’s always so depressing when I wake up and the night is already over!! I guess I must be getting old. If you have any questions or comments, you can e-mail me at RachelRocks@pamusician.net. You can also check out our website at www.pamusician.net.

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Greetings Rockers ‘N’ Rollers! Sawyer’s in downtown Harrisburg continued their free Summer Concert Series with appearance from Rusted Root, The Wailers and The Smithereens this past month. Future shows include: Who’s Bad (Michael Jackson tribute) on July 15. Trapt on July 28. The Struts on Aug 5. Fuel on Sept 30. Sawyer’s are likely to add more National shows this summer. Southern Culture on the Skids returned to the Abbey Bar in Harrisburg recently. The Chapel Hill, NC based band once again brought their awesome live show and their blend of rockabilly country surf rock. SCOTS’s music is very upbeat with outrageous humor and create songs about dancing, sex and fried chicken. Audience members are invited to dance on stage with the band and throw fried chicken into the crowd. Besides all the

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The Cure fun, SCOTS are truly three genuinely amazing musicians. Legendary country artist Dolly Parton visited Philadelphia’s Mann Music Center on June 15. Dolly continues to have an incredible career of singing and writing fantastic songs. During the course of the show, she played 10 instruments: guitar, banjo, SLDQR Ă€GGOH KDUPRQLFD HOHFWULF JXLWDU DXWRKDUS ODS VWHHO UHcorder and saxophone. At age, 70, Dolly Parton is in the midst of her largest North American tour in 25 years, titled “Pure & Simple.â€? On June 19 Hersheypark Stadium was astounded with alternative hip hop group Twenty One Pilots. The musical duo consisting of Tyler Joseph and Josh Dun from Columbus, Ohio sold out the stadium with over 28,000 fans. The Hershey show was TOP largest performance as a headlining artist, the attendance surpassed Beyonce’s recent show on June 12. Formed in 2009, the band has released studio albums and are currently touring for the latest “Blurryfaceâ€?. Their current tour “Emotional Roadshowâ€? has over 100 dates well into March 2017. Twenty One Pilots return to Allentown’s PPL Center on January 24. Lastly, The Cure sold out Merriweather Post Pavilion in Columbia, MD on June 22. The 80s English alternative band are performing 26 dates in North America with nearly every show a sell out. The show featured “37 years of Cure songs, mixing hits, rarities, favourites, and as yet unreleased tracks in a brand continued on pg. 14...

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Nationals continued.... new stage production.â€? Lead singer, Robert Smith, was simply engaging during 32 songs including “Close To Me,â€? “Just Like Heavenâ€? and “Boys Don’t Cry.â€? NATIONAL NEWS: Autopsy results showed that Prince died from taking a fatal dose of fentanyl. The drug was “self-administered,â€? the coroner wrote, and the death was ruled an accident. The 57-year-old singer was found dead April 21 in an elevator at his Minneapolis-area estate. Prince’s death came less than a week after his plane made an emergency stop in Moline, Illinois, for medical treatment as he was returning from an Atlanta concert. Prince was found unconscious on the SODQH DQG Ă€UVW UHVSRQGHUV JDYH KLP D VKRW RI 1DUFDQ DQ DQtidote used in suspected opioid overdoses. The superstar had physical issues from performing, citing hip and knee problems that came from years of jumping off risers and stage speakers in heels. Fentanyl is a synthetic painkiller far more powerful than heroin. Black Sabbath is giving fans a few more chances to see the band before it says goodbye to touring forever. Ozzy Osbourne & Co. visit Camden, NJ on August 19 and their “last show ever in the U.S.â€? will take place November 12 in San Antonio, Texas. As of now, Black Sabbath will wrap up its epic journey that began in Birmingham, England, in 1968 – with a Ă€QDO VKRZ RQ 'HFHPEHU LQ 6DR 3DXOR %UD]LO The Jay Z-curated “Budweiser Made in Americaâ€? LQ 3KLOadelphia has tapped Rihanna and Coldplay to headline a lineup that includes 2 Chainz and Lil Wayne’s ColleGrove, Jamie xx, Chance The Rapper, Martin Garrix and more. 3ODQQHG IRU 6HSWHPEHU RQ /DERU 'D\ ZHHNHQG DW 3KLOO\¡V Benjamin Franklin Parkway, “Budweiser Made In America’sâ€? lineup for year No. 5 includes Edward Sharpe And The Magnetic Zeros, Grimes, DJ Khaled, Adventure Club, Madeon, Bryson Tiller, Gary Clark Jr., Travis Scott, DJ Mustard, SZA, A$AP Ferg and many, many others. Henry Rollins is headed back on the road across North American for a spoken word tour that spans four months. The VKRZ WUHN YLVLWV +DUULVEXUJ¡V Whitaker Center on November 7. The former Black Flag IURQWPDQ GRHVQ¡W SOD\ PXFK music these days, but he is as opinionated as ever. His website says the shows “seamlessly and humorously blend together a mix of political discourse, social commentary and personal anecdotes.â€? Former AC/DC frontman Brian Johnson released a statePHQW SURFODLPLQJ WKDW $'(/ KHDULQJ WHFKQRORJ\ PD\ KHOS KLV hearing issues. AC/DC revealed that doctors had told Johnson he had to “stop touring immediately or risk total hearing loss.â€? $'(/ ZKLFK LQWURGXFHV D VHFRQG V\QWKHWLF HDU GUXP LQWR your ear canal that absorbs only the harmful sound pressures, keeps them from damaging your ears and even allows lower volumes to sound louder and far better. Johnson’s statement, “It WORKS. It just totally works and you can’t argue with that. I was really moved and amazed to be able to hear music again like I haven’t heard for several years now. I can’t wait for it to be miniaturized so I can use it in every situation from normal communication, going out to noisy restaurants, to performing live music on stage.â€? BeyoncĂŠ has helped raise more than $82,000 for Flint, MichLJDQ UHVLGHQWV ZKR FRQWLQXH WR GHDO ZLWK WKH FLW\¡V OHDG WDLQWed water supply. The funds were raised by BeyoncĂŠ fans who opted to contribute to the Flint fund while purchasing tickets for her “Formation Tourâ€?. BeyoncÊ’s WHDP VDLG 'HWURLW DUea high school students were also chosen to receive “college giftsâ€? to help with their educational expenses and tickets to her FRQFHUW LQ 'HWURLW continued on pg. 16...

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Decipher Life‌ Powerful, Intense, and Ready to ROCK! Article & Photos by Rachel Rocks Are you looking for a new, heavy rock band? One that not only rocks your favorite cover songs, but is also constantly coming up with new original music too? Look no further, Decipher Life is the band for you! Decipher Life has been rockin’ area stages since 2012. They were noticed quickly and became the 717 Music Awards “Best New Artistâ€? in 2013. They’ve been through a lot of changes in the past 4 years, but one thing for sure is they still know how to rock! The two founding members of the band are also brothers by blood, Michael Brownewell on vocals, and Bryon Jumper on drums. They also have Dill Johnson on bass and vocals, Brett Strawser on guitar and vocals, and their newest member that has been part of Decipher Life since October of 2015, Steve Junkins on guitar. With so many vocalists in the band you hear a lot of amazing melodies and even a few harmonies, VRPH VWUDQJH WKLQJV ZKHQ \RX WKLQN RI KHDY\ URFN EXW GHĂ€nitely something that your ears are sure to appreciate! I had the opportunity to hear and see them play at Tubby’s. Not only was their stage presence off the hook crazy, but I was shocked at how much their originals sounded like Breaking Benjamin, with also a growling hardness of Five Finger Death Punch. Decipher Life just released a new EP “American Numbâ€? on April 30th. One thing about Decipher Life is no two songs are the same. Every song has it’s own rip roaring guitar riffs

On July 14th they are going to be on Episode 9 of Pipeline TV. They already recorded the episode and they can’t wait for it to air. (For more information on Pipeline TV, you can check out their ad in this issue.) All of this success has built them up and on June 20th they took another huge step and signed to Diminished Pitch Entertainment for promotion and management. This will hopefully help them connect with even more radio stations and provide them the opportunity to play even bigger shows and spread out to more venues regionally if not nationally. They’ve only just

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Life, but they are ready to hold on and continue to rock your faces off! They did want to make a quick mention to some of their previous band members that have gotten them this far. One man in particular, Andy Cornman, helped drive their energy over the top. He encouraged everyone, especially Brett, to get out there and have a good time with the crowd. It’s not unusual to see Brett out running around with his wireless, dancing with the fans, and at times even dancing on tables or bars, or wherever he can climb to! In no particular order they also wanted to thank: Brian Finkenbinder, Dave Sprecher, Matt Dorman, Jason Smith, and Eduardo Rodriguez. Each previous band member has helped them build and become what they are today, and for that they are very thankful! Of course they also want to thank their families and fans for the constant support and following them to all of their shows near and far. The fans are what help you keep that burning passion to keep going and entertaining the masses, they are the ones that help turn up the energy and make it one heck of a show! Last but not least they want to thank all of the venues, radio stations, etc. that have given them the opportunity to get their music out there to the masses! They already have a lot of dates booked throughout the rest of the year, but there are still a few open dates. Decipher Life is willing to play just about anywhere, anytime, as long as they are available: private parties, special events, campgrounds, etc‌ To get Decipher Life booked for your event you can give Steve Junkins a call at 717-884-5381. They plan to keep it rolling and continuing to have fun as long as they possibly can. Check out their ad in this issue for some of their upcoming dates and get out there and support a band that is ready to give you a show you won’t soon forget!

Dill Johnson and catchy lyrics that keep you entertained and wanting more! Speaking of more, even with the release of their EP just two months ago, they are already playing even newer original music, one of the crowd favorites is “Cripples the Truthâ€? that you can see and hear for yourself on YouTube. The guys all work together when they are writing new songs. It always amazes them how they can all get on the same page and get a song done so quickly. They recorded their EP at Equinox Studios with Don Belch and Scott Gross. They learned a lot from recording their Ă€UVW (3 DQG WKH\ FDQ¡W ZDLW WR JHW EDFN LQ WKH VWXGLR DQG UHFRUG DJDLQ <RX FDQ Ă€QG WKHLU (3 HYHU\ZKHUH \RX FDQ LPDJLQH RQline: Spotify, iTunes, etc‌ You can also pick up a hard copy at one of their shows. Their new EP has received quite a bit of airtime and plenty of attention throughout the local music community and beyond. On The Rock Asylum radio show DJ Fire gives you your daily dose of Decipher Life HYHU\GD\ DW SP <RX FDQ Ă€QG LW DW www.therockasylum.com, or they also have a free app that makes listening to their streaming music even easier. They’ve also done other radio station interviews, the most recent was on Rock Rage Radio, based out of Cleveland, Ohio.

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THE PROFESSOR By Jim Price

Summer is on! And live music is everywhere, outdoors and in! For me, this is fast turning into a year for attending major conFHUWV $QG ODVW PRQWK , Ă€QDOO\ JRW WR VHH RQH RI WKH %HDWOHV LQ FRQFHUW IRU WKH Ă€UVW WLPH KHDGLQJ WR 5HDGLQJ¡V Santander Arena to see Ringo Starr & his All-Starr Band. This was an excellent concert, albeit a little different from what I expected. I arrived expecting to hear mostly Ringo’s solo hits and Beatles staples. And while there were a few of those, Ringo celebrated not just his own career, but the music of his All-Starr Band cast DV ZHOO 7KDW FDVW ² SOD\LQJ WRJHWKHU QRZ IRU Ă€YH \HDUV ² LQFOXGed Todd Rundgren on guitar and vocals, former Santana/Journey keyboardist Gregg Rolie, Toto guitarist Steve Lukather, bassist Richard Page of 1980s hit-makers Mr. Mister, veteran

drummer Gregg Bissonette DQG IRUPHU %ORRGURFN DQG .DQsas member Warren Ham RQ SHUFXVVLRQ DQG YRFDOV 5XQQLQJ back and forth between the lead microphone and drum kit (and sometimes both singing and drumming simultaneously), Ringo happily led the All-Starr Band through his solo hits such as “It Don’t Come Easy,â€? “You’re Sixteenâ€? and “Photograph,â€? as well as Beatles classics such as “Matchbox,â€? “Boys,â€? “Don’t Pass Me By,â€? “Yellow Submarineâ€? and “Act Naturally.â€? %XW DIWHU KLV Ă€UVW WKUHH VRQJV Ringo deferred the spotlight to Todd to sing his hit “I Saw the Light,â€? then to Gregg Rolie to front WKH JURXS RQ 6DQWDQD¡V “Evil Ways,â€? followed by Steve leading RQ 7RWR¡V “Rosanna,â€? and Richard VLQJLQJ OHDG RQ 0U 0LVWHU¡V “Kyrie.â€? The concert then continued in this round-robin cycle; performing Todd’s hits “Bang on the Drumâ€? and “Love Is the Answer,â€? more Gregg-fronted Santana classics like “Black Magic Womanâ€? and “Oye Como Va,â€? Steve’s Toto hits “Africaâ€? and “Hold the Line,â€? and Richard IURQWLQJ RQ 0U 0LVWHU¡V “Broken Wings,â€? plus a more recent song he penned, “You Are Mine.â€? This show was much more than a hit parade, though‌ These musicians played each song for keeps, often stretching and escalating them into powerful, enthusiastic jam session

rides. Their enthusiasm level was high; you could tell by their facial expressions that these guys were having a blast! After performing nearly two and a half hours nonstop, Ringo & his All-Starr Band sent the show home with a jubilant rendition of “With a Little Help from My Friends.â€? Closer to home, national recording artists Southern Culture on the Skids YLVLWHG $OWRRQD IRU WKH Ă€UVW WLPH LQ ODWH 0D\ headlining a show at McGarvey’s. Nobody’s Heroes led off the night with a strong set, owning the moment and winning a lot of new fans as they proceeded through their punk-driven, $PHULFDQD Ă DYRUHG RULJLQDO VRQJV PDQ\ IURP WKHLU XSFRPLQJ full-length CD. Southern Culture On The Skids appeared comfortable and at home when they took the stage, launching their party of southern-themed “Americana from the wrong side of the tracks.â€? Frontman and guitarist Rick Miller frequently VKDUHG IXQQ\ DQHFGRWHV DV KH LQWURGXFHG PDQ\ RI WKH JURXS¡V songs, and often generated heated guitar solo work on his vinWDJH 'DQHOHFWUR JXLWDU HVSHFLDOO\ RQ WKH JURXS¡V VXUI JHDUHG QXPEHUV %DVVLVW Mary Huff sounded excellent; her bass talents and style helped set up and frame Southern Culture On The Skids’ XQLTXH VRXQG DQG KHU YRLFH ZDV LQ Ă€QH IRUP DV ZHOO HVSHFLDOO\ HYLGHQFHG E\ D ORQJ ODVWLQJ Ă€QDO KLJK QRWH RQ WKH VRQJ “Fire Of Love!â€? And Dave Hartman’s GUXPEHDWV ZHUH Ă€HU\ and animated; he locked into his grooves and went for broke on almost every number. Southern Culture On The Skids mixed songs from throughout their catalog, including many favorites such as “Skullbucket,â€? “Liquored Up & Lacquered Down,â€? “House Of Voodoo,â€? “King Of the Mountain,â€? “Nitty Gritty,â€? “Cheap Motels,â€? “Too Much Pork for Just One Fork,â€? “Mojo Box,â€? “Soul City,â€? “69 El Camino,â€? “Banana Pudding,â€? “Daddy Was a Preacher But Mama Was a Go-Go Girl,â€? and to cap their main set, the ever-popular hit “Camel Walkâ€? and “8 Piece Box,â€? during which audience member ‘Debbie’ served up a EXFNHW RI RULJLQDO UHFLSH .HQWXFN\ )ULHG &KLFNHQ WR WKH FURZG When the McGarvey’s crowd demanded an encore, Southern Culture On The Skids quickly responded with “Shotgunâ€? and another tune to close the night. All three band members quickly surfaced from backstage after the show to meet, greet, do photos and autographs plus share stories with fans. Southern Culture On The Skids returns to the region in September to perform at ,QGLDQD¡V Northern Appalachian Folk Festival. $V UHIHUHQFHG LQ ODVW PRQWK¡V DUWLFOH UDLQV GHOXJHG ERWK GD\V of the 49th annual Blair County Arts Festival at Penn State Altoona in late May, impacting performing conditions and auGLHQFHV IRU WKH IHVWLYDO¡V RXWGRRU OLYH HQWHUWDLQPHQW %XW WKH show must go on, and the musicians made the best of their soggy situation. Flight 19 faced some of the worst of it as most of their Sunday set under the Food Court tent happened during a VWHDG\ GRZQSRXU %XW LW GLGQ¡W GHWHU VLQJHU Brian Thomas, guitarist John McKelvey, bassist Rogan Allen, keyboardist Phil Steele and drummer Paul Caracciolo II IURP WDNLQJ Ă LJKW WR entertain several fans dancing under umbrellas (and one equally crazy note-taking PA Musician scribe, also under an umbrella). The Rick Hirsch 4 IDFHG 6DWXUGD\¡V UDLQ DV WKH\ SHUIRUPHG MD]] originals and jazzy takes on popular songs. Namesake Rick on saxophone, guitarist Mac Himes, bassist Jeff Beck and drummer Kevin Lowe displayed excellent instrumental skills despite the wet weather; doing original compositions like “Semaphor,â€? SOXV MD]]\ DUUDQJHPHQWV RQ WKH %HDWOHV¡ “Come Togetherâ€? and “Norwegian Wood,â€? and appropriately given the conditions, the 'RRUV¡ “Riders on the Storm.â€? Ironically, the rains later took a brief break as Johnstown’s Flood City Brass closed SaturGD\¡V PXVLF RQ WKH )RRG &RXUW VWDJH 6LQJHUV Tom Pavic and Natalie Kurchak fronted the musical fun with their lively voices and performances, backed by guitarist Randy Rutherford, continued on pg. 19...

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The Professor continued.... keyboardist Luis Gonzalez III, bassist Andy Heinze, drummer John Homerski II, and the horn section of sax player Jen Shuty, trombonist Jim Bilitski and trumpeter Dan Perich. Flood City Brass struck up the brass rock party with songs from Ides Of March, Aretha Franklin, Chicago, Wild Cherry, Gary Moore and others. I also got to see Arts Festival performances from Jay Smar, Born and the Beanstalk, Ride The Song, R2B2, Your Dad’s Friends, Frackwater Jack DQG ² DV WKH VXQ Ă€QDOO\ peeked through the clouds late Sunday afternoon – Pat McGinnis, perhaps being rewarded by the sky since he ran sound and had to protect gear from the elements during the entire weekend! Last month’s annual Summer’s Best Music Fest in State College expanded into a two-day event and featured several national-caliber spotlight acts; including Sister Sparrow and the Dirty Birds, The Record Company, Amy Helm & the Handsome Strangers and The Commonheart on Friday, and Doyle Bramhall II, Nikki Hill, Eric Lindell, The Stickers, Sierra Hull and Swampcandy on Saturday. I took in part of Saturday’s free entertainment slate, starting with Pittsburgh’s Adorabulls on the Locust Lot stage. This foursome uniquely rocked out using an unconventional array of instruments; Ryan DeNardis played the accordion, John McNulty sang and strummed ukulele, Michael A. Keller kept beats on cajon, and Mike Kuhn played acoustic bass. They made it work, rocking their instruments on energized renditions of Beastie Boys “Fight for Your Right (to Party),â€? Guns N’Roses’ “Sweet Child O’Mine,â€? Journey’s “Don’t Stop Believin’â€? and more, mixing in spontaneous touches of musical improvisation and bits of humor along the way. I then caught a few numbers from Big Coronas as they played funk and jazz-driven numbers on the Locust Lane stage. My next destination was the Calder Acoustic stage to see the Jive Bombers in action. Guitarist/singer Jerry Zolten and harmonica master and singer Richard Sleigh were accompanied by John “JKâ€? Kennedy on upright bass and Chris Rattie on drums. The Jive Bombers did a selection of roots blues, folk and early rock’n’roll numbers. Their song selection was diverse, including numbers from Little Walter, Carl Perkins, T-Bone Walker, a few Elvis-popularized numbers and more. Richard’s harmonica playing was a frequent highlight, and the group welcomed surprise guest Billy Price (whose band played later that night) to sing lead on a number. (The Billy Price Band performed at the fest later that evening). And I saw a good chunk of Pure Cane Sugar’s performance at the Locust Lot stage. Singer/guitarist Kate Twoey, singer NattyLou Race, guitarist Jason “Juniorâ€? Tutwiler, bassist Bob Hart and drummer Daryl Branford showcased a number of new tunes from their forthcoming album, again illustrating bright vocal harmonies and creative song arrangements. And the group totally blew me away with their innovative take on Led Zeppelin’s classic “Black Dogâ€? – a version so different from the original that it WRRN PH PLGZD\ LQWR WKH Ă€UVW YHUVH EHIRUH , UHDOL]HG ZKDW VRQJ they were doing! The 2016 Alive at Five Summer Concert Series kicked off at Altoona’s Railroaders Museum last month, featuring Queen tribute group Almost Queen and 7th Gear. Getting things off to a rousing start, 7th Gear Ă€UHG XS WKH FURZG ZLWK WKHLU EOHQG RI rock, pop, country and funky favorites. Singer Ashley Thompson displayed an amazing voice with power and range as she belted out numbers from Pat Benatar, Adele, Journey, Scandal and more; with singer/guitarist Brendon Burns, drummer/ singer Randy Servello, keyboardist/trumpet man Nathan Beatty and substitute bassist Art Martino providing strong accompaniment. I knew I was in for a good show from Almost Queen ZKHQ WZR RI WKHLU Ă€UVW WKUHH VRQJV ZHUH GHHS FXWV RII 4XHHQ¡V classic ‘Sheer Heart Attack’ album, “Now I’m Hereâ€? and “Flick of the Wrist!â€? Almost Queen proceeded to deliver the Queen show; mixing up hits, classics and album deep cuts for two sets. Singer Joseph Russo was stunning in the Freddy Mercury role, displaying the voice, mannerisms and even the faux Moroccan accent! Steve Leonard as Brian May, Randy Gregg as John Deacon, and John Cappadona as Roger Taylor all delivered the Queen arrangements, dynamics, guitar tones and more; sounding convincingly like the real thing! Almost Queen did almost all of the essential songs from the Queen catalog: “I’m In Love with My Car,â€? “You’re My Best Friend,â€? “Keep Yourself Alive,â€? “Somebody to Love,â€? “Fat Bottomed Girlsâ€? (with Joseph urging the Railroaders Museum crowd to “Get on your trains and ride!â€?), “Tie Your Mother Down,â€? “Stone Cold Crazy,â€? “Don’t Stop Me Now,â€? “Radio Gaga,â€? “Another One Bites the Dust,â€? “Flash,â€? “I Want It All,â€? “Crazy Little Thing Called Love,â€? and continued on pg. 20...

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Jim Price w/ Mary Huff of Southern Culture on the Skids photo by Bob Taylor

The Professor continued.... in honor of David Bowie, “Under Pressure.â€? They also broke out “Get Down Make Loveâ€? from the ‘News of the World’ album, “White Queenâ€? off ‘Queen II’, “’39â€? and “Love of My Lifeâ€? from ‘A Night at the Opera’ and more. When the Railroaders Museum crowd jubilantly demanded an encore, Almost Queen quickly returned with two remaining biggies from the Queen hit list, “Bohemian Rhapsodyâ€? (with precise operatic vocals and harmonies) and “We Will Rock You/We Are the Champions,â€? before taking their curtain call in front of the audience with “God Save the Queenâ€? playing through the sound system. Having never seen the real Queen in concert back in their heyday, for me Almost Queen was the next best thing. It was also cool that Almost Queen donates a portion of all proceeds from their merchandise sales to the Mercury Phoenix Trust to assist LQ WKH ZRUOGZLGH Ă€JKW DJDLQVW $,'6 $WWHQGDQFH WKLV QLJKW ZDV large, including some folks bringing their children to see their Ă€UVW FRQFHUW 7KH $OLYH DW )LYH VHULHV FRQWLQXHV WKLV PRQWK ZLWK Pistol Peg & the Beer Kegs’ farewell show on July 1. Proclaiming itself as the birthplace of Memorial Day, Boalsburg marked this year’s holiday with a day-long slate of activities, events and remembrances. Boal Mansion hosted some of

those activities, including live music from Coburn Brass and the Bellefonte Community Band, plus solo artists Chris Kent and John “JTâ€? Thompson, and OverheaD 6FDWWHUHG VKRZHUV relegated OverheaD’s performance to the mansion’s covered rear porch area; but that didn’t thwart singer Wendy Hanson, guitarist/singer Kevin Fagley, bassist/keyboardist/violinist Eileen Christman and drummer Rick Plut from having fun and entertaining visitors with their mixture of classic rock and blues favorites. Meanwhile, Boalsburg’s downtown Diamond preVHQWHG PXVLFDO SHUIRUPDQFHV IURP WKH 6WDWH &ROOHJH $UHD +LJK 6FKRRO -D]] %DQG WKH Little German Band, the Screaming Ducks and Pure Cane Sugar. The day’s festivities concluded with Boalsburg Village Conservancy’s 152nd Memorial Day Service DW %RDOVEXUJ &HPHWHU\ 7KLV UHYHUHQW VHUYLFH EURXJKW forward what this day was really all about, remembering those who gave their lives while serving our country. John “JT Bluesâ€? Thompson performed the “Star Spangled Bannerâ€? “My Country, ‘Tis of Theeâ€? and “God Bless Americaâ€? on keys while the audience sang along, and also ran sound for the ceremony. Other HYHQW KLJKOLJKWV LQFOXGHG WKH 3UHVHQWDWLRQ RI &RORUV D 0HPRULDO WR WKH )LUVW 2EVHUYDQFH RI 0HPRULDO 'D\ D UHDGLQJ RI WKH 0HPRULDO 'D\ (VVD\ &RQWHVW ZLQQLQJ HQWU\ DQG D 3UHVHQWDWLRQ of Quilts of Valor to veterans Ray Fortunato, Harry Hassinger and Charlie Hess. George Bodenschatz played “Tapsâ€? on trumpet, while Tracey Moriarty played bagpipes at the beginning and close of the ceremony. Indoors, I checked out Raven and the Wren last month at Webster’s Bookstore LQ 6WDWH &ROOHJH 7KUHH TXDUWHUV RI WKH group are members of the aforementioned Pure Cane Sugar; singer/guitarist NattyLou Race, guitarist Junior Tutwiler and bassist Bob Hart – plus Chris Rattie on drums. Raven and the Wren performed a selection of original roots music, blendLQJ IRON FRXQWU\ DQG EOXHV Ă DYRUV 7KH\ GLG VRQJV RII WKHLU MXVW UHOHDVHG GHEXW &' “Friend of Failureâ€?, including the title song, “Nobody Wins,â€? “Lost and Found,â€? “All or Nothing,â€? “Salvationâ€? DQG RWKHUV $V H[SHFWHG JLYHQ WKH DOUHDG\ HVWDElished talent level of these musicians, I was not surprised that it all sounded great; NattyLou delivered an expressive, soulful voice up front, and Junior’s lead and slide work on the guitar

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popular roster of multi-instrumentalists/singers Brian Nicarry, Brad Nicarry, Matt Day and drummer Jake Gochenaur proved to the Altoona crowd that they remain a formidable party force! Just like before, Green Eggs hammered song after song, mixing up rock and pop favorites, hip-hop numbers and more, plus several audience requests. Tunes from Linkin Park, Blur, Fall Out Boy, Theory Of A Deadman, Queen, Joan Jett, Sir Mix A Lot, REO Speedwagon, Bloodhound Gang, Beastie Boys, Neil Diamond and more kept the Dees’ GDQFH ÁRRU ÀOOHG IURP start to end. Band members shared singing duties and swapped instruments several times during the night, and kept the action nonstop. The group broke out a version of Prince’s “When Doves Cry,” and also honored crowd favorites such as their versions

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The Professor continued.... – merged nu-metal arrangements and melodies with metalcore grooves during their action-packed set. Frontman Nate O’Haver blended melody and aggression into his delivery, leading guitarists Mike Dennis and Joseph Symons, bassist Stache and drummer Christopher Tepper on their selection of hard-hitting tunes – including “Holes in My Head,” “War in My Mind,” “The Roof, the River or the Revolver,” “Desperate Times Call for Desperate Women” and more. Philadelphia’s Gash brought their wild show to McGarvey’s early last month, headlining a triple-bill. Sets by The Flannels and Xs for Eyes launched the evening, before Gash then introduced their high-octane mixture of punk-driven original rock, spit, vinegar – and S&M. Lead singer/focal point Tibbie X provided the attitude and S&M theatrics, working the crowd and PRVW FRUQHUV RI WKH VWDJH DQG ÁRRU ZLWK KHU YRODWLOH GHOLYHU\ DQG wild antics – backed by the forceful backdrops generated by guitarists Hit Cunningham and A.J. Delinquent, bassist Travis Travesty and drummer Kevin Knuckles. Gash’s original tunes sounded strong, with hooks blending with velocity and chaos. Following this show, Gash embarked on a west coast tour that wraps up early this month. The Green Eggs reunion tour played to a mass of humanity crowd at Altoona’s Four Dees Lounge early last month. The

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night’s selection included tunes from Neon Trees, Smash Mouth, Weezer, Journey, Dropkick Murphys, The Who, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Sublime, Foo Fighters and more. Mr. Hand kept the music constant and the energy level constant as they excitedly ZRUNHG WKH VWDJH DQG GDQFH ÁRRU FURZG *XLWDULVW Jeff Sabarese joined the group during the second set to help out on versions of Tom Petty’s “American Girl” and Pearl Jam’s “Alive.” As a warm-up to their busy bluegrass festival season, Mama Corn treated area fans to a free show in the basement of Hollidaysburg’s Old Canal Inn LQ ODWH 0D\ $ ODUJH FURZG ÀOOHG WKH basement to enjoy Mama Corn as they did their mix of original tunes, traditional bluegrass and grassed-up takes on pop and rock favorites. Singer/banjo player Jeremy Nelson, singer/guitarist Bruce Foor, singer/dobro and harmonica player John Stevens and upright bassist/singer Bryan Homan introduced a few new songs off their forthcoming CD, such as “Nobody Died” (written in response to the observation that many bluegrass songs have a body count) and “Seeing You Again” (penned by Jeremy’s father, Ben Nelson). Mama Corn also offered their grassy takes on tunes from Pink Floyd, Crosby Stills & Nash, Tom Paxton, Flatt & Scruggs and more; including my favorite surprise, their folksy spin on the Bee Gees’ hit “How Can You Mend a Broken Heart!” The happy crowd quickly demanded continued on pg. 22...

Raven & the Wren of Nine Inch Nails’ “Closer” and Abba’s “Dancing Queen.” Green Eggs will continue to play full band shows monthly, and Brad and Brian have also begun to perform as an acoustic duo. Mr. Hand continues to party down on Happy Valley stages; evidenced by their weekly Saturday performance I witnessed last month at The Saloon in State College. These days the roster of lead singer Brian Lubrecht, guitarists Tevis Williams and Alec Russo, bassist/singer Brad Fisher and drummer DJ Williams; Mr. Hand kept people happy and dancing with their crisp mixture of classic and modern rock hits and favorites. This

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an encore at show’s end, so Mama Corn responded with their musical tease for June’s “Smoked Country Jam” (review in next month’s issue), and bid the audience adieu with their a cappella spin on the Grateful Dead’s “I Bid You Goodnight.” Offering an acoustic perspective on the 1980s “decade of decadence,” Teazed debuted at D’Ottavio’s Gran Sasso in Hollidaysburg in late May. Bearing a partial uncanny resemblance to hair metal practitioners Hair Force One, the roster of singer Justin Dell, guitarist/singer Jason Berardi and former Half Tempted guitarist Jim Mincin – accompanied this night by Hair Force One tour manager Heywood on backing vocals – mixed acoustic versions of various ‘80s hair band favorites from Def Leppard, Guns N’Roses, Kix, Skid Row, Faster Pussycat, Ozzy Osbourne, Firehouse, Whitesnake, White Lion and more. They also included surprises, such as versions of Saigon Kick’s “Love Is On the Way” and L.A. Guns’ “The Ballad Of Jayne.” Providing Hair Force One rock decadence with a few less decibels, see Teazed as they frequent area acoustic stages in the coming months. Other bands and performers I saw recently included Felix & the Hurricanes as they kicked off Hollidaysburg’s Downtown Live! summer concert series last month, and multiple bands and artists who frequented weekly Open Mic events at D’Ottavio’s Gran Sasso in Hollidaysburg and Joe & Mary’s Tavern in Altoona. Sadly, the area music scene and community were saddened to lose two popular longtime members in recent weeks. Wendel Hullihen, the longtime frontman of the Smoke Run Band, passed away early last month after battling health complications since January. Wendel and Smoke Run ZHUH D À[WXUH RQ DUHD stages for many years, and a number of area musicians logged time as members of Smoke Run during their careers. Wendel had a big voice that handled Smoke Run’s variety of song material, and a big, pleasant personality and presence off the stage. And Dennie Huber, longtime popular children’s entertainer, plus creator and host of the annual Crazy Fest Amateur Youth Talent Show for 25 years, passed unexpectedly on June 12th at age 60. A VSHFLDO EHQHÀW LQ KRQRU RI Dennie will take place at Delgrosso’s Amusement Park in Tipton on July 31. (See my tribute to Dennie elsewhere in this issue.) Our most heartfelt condolences go out to the families and friends of both men. News and notes: This year’s Central PA 4th Fest in State College expands to two days, happening on July 3-4; area performers at this year’s 4th Fest include Down to the Wire, The Band OZ, Lowjack, a street party with The Wreckers and more on the 3rd, and the Backyard Rockers, Hannah Bingman, Chris Ruble, Tommy Wareham, Mysterytrain, OverheaD, Reboot, Jackie Brown & the Gill Street Band, WKH SRVW ÀUHZRUNV VWUHHW GDQFH with Chris Vipond & the Stanley Street Band and more…The 50th annual Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts takes place July 14-17; performers this year include the Deb Callahan Band, Felix & the Hurricanes, Alex Meixner, Border Ride, Tussey Mountain Moonshiners, The Ultra Kings, Ted McCloskey & the Hi-Fi’s, the Crawdaddies, Miss Melanie & the Valley Rats, Chris Bell Band, Pure Cane Sugar, Triple A Blues Band, the Earthtones and many more…During that same weekend, the 24th annual People’s Choice Festival of Pennsylvania Arts & Crafts will happen on the grounds of the Pennsylvania Military Museum in Boalsburg; performers at this year’s event include Tussey Mountain Moonshiners, the Backyard Rockers, the Truth Seekers, JR & Sharon Band, Pure Cane Sugar, AC Express, Urban Fusion, the Beatlemaniacs, Raven and the Wren, Mark DeRose, Velveeta and much more…One of Pittsburgh’s most popular live music venues, the Altar Bar, is closing at the end of July after a ten-year run; the venue is being sold by the building’s owner, and will be converted into a church…Guitarist Nathan Young has left State College modern rockers Making State to return to his home area in Las Vegas… Bassist Jim Ricotta has joined longtime area rock’n’rollers Second Edition…Drummer Richie Servello has joined the ranks of acoustic country/pop duo Blossom Hollow, expanding that group into a trio…Guitarist Kirk Robison has joined the Blair County rock band Down to the Wire…Now calling Pittsburgh his home base, former Generation Gap keyboardist and current solo artist Don Hughes has announced that he will be releasing his second full-length solo CD later this year…Happy Birthdays to Jeff Pittinger (White Witch/Monster Track Supergroup), Craig Fitzpatrick, Eric Bishop (Spider Kelly), Bill Smith (Project Blues Book/Chris Vipond & the Stanley Street Band), Art Martino (The Pub Crawlers/The Sitch), Todd Dale (Naildriver), Johann Von Schrenkel (White Shadow/Hemlock House), Darl Johnstonbaugh and Ken Hawkins (It Is Written), Rich Piccerillo, Paul Caracciolo continued on pg. 23...

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Last month, much of the Central PA community mourned the loss of popular area entertainer and icon Dennie Huber, who passed away on June 12 in a Pittsburgh hospital at age 60. Dennie was many things to many people: Husband, Father, Musician, Singer, Entertainer, Magician, Mentor, to many people throughout central PA. Dennie was known as popular balloon artist “Hubie the Clown,” who appeared at many festivals, carnivals, fairs and public events as he created balloon hats and animals for countless youngsters, and made kids and families smile and laugh with his magic show. , ÀUVW PHW 'HQQLH LQ (DUO\ LQ P\ FDUHHU RI UHSRUWLQJ RQ the area music scene in PA Musician Magazine, I saw and wrote about Dennie as he sang with his band, Crazy Notions, at Mike’s Brass Rail Lounge in Duncansville. That night became the start of a 25-year-plus friendship.

Dennie was known for being tirelessly charitable. Whether stopping between his paid bookings to blow up balloons and donate his proceeds to charity events, or volunteering his time to children’s organizations such as the Make A Wish Foundation, ARC of Blair County, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Blair County, Relay for Life, Children’s Miracle Network and more, Dennie’s life was about giving to the community, especially its young people. He became an icon of the central PA community. Dennie also had a major and lasting impact on the area music and entertainment scene. As a musician, he entertained audiences as a singer and drummer for such area bands as Fire and Rain and the aforementioned Crazy Notions. But perhaps Dennie’s biggest impact was helping area youth realize their talents and pursue their dreams. Because somebody once gave him a chance to experience the limelight and performance stage early in his career, Dennie paid the favor forward by starting the annual Crazy Fest Amateur Talent Show in 1991. Evolving into a youth talent showcase over 25 years, Crazy Fest encouraged youngsters to step onto the stage and demonstrate their talents before a friendly and supportive audience. Some of those youngsters became yearly contestants at Crazy Fest, and some graduated to careers in the entertainment industry. Crazy Fest alumni are everywhere. Performing the festival and fair circuit plus working in Nashville, young country artist Elaini Arthur graced the Crazy Fest stage numerous times. AtWHQGHHV WR WKH DQQXDO &OHDUÀHOG &RXQW\ )DLU LQ UHFHQW \HDUV PD\ have witnessed M&M Magic – this sibling magic act, Reynoldsville-based brothers Bobby and Danny Mehok, crossed the Crazy Fest stage. Former area singer Crystal Cameron, now a Dallas, Texas-based Christian music artist and aspiring actress, was a Crazy Fest contestant. Roaring Spring native Angela Dodson, now a Nashville-based singer and songwriter, plus director of marketing and events at the Johnny Cash Museum, sang pubOLFO\ IRU WKH ÀUVW WLPH DV D WHHQDJHU DW &UD]\ )HVW 3DJHDQW FRQtestant, actress and dance instructor Typhani Russo is a Crazy Fest alumnus. Altoona-based heavy metal rockers Dragon Fire, who in 2000 achieved 15 minutes of notoriety as the spotlight EDQG RQ 0DWW 3LQÀHOG·V QDWLRQDOO\ V\QGLFDWHG )DUPFOXE FRP television show, won the band division at Crazy Fest. A number

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CLASSIFIED NOTES BUSINESS CLASSIFIEDS WANTED: WE PAY CASH for used guitars, amps, effects, etc!!! Call Matt at Creter Guitar Shop, Jonestown at 717865-3677. We also do guitar repair and have a variety of lessons available. WANTED: Vintage guitars, basses, amps, banjos, etc. Fender, Gibson, Martin, Rickenbacker, Gretsch, etc. Top dollar paid! Call Player’s Exchange at 717-975-2385 or stop by and see us at 225 S. Third St. Lemoyne, PA. Email: bslotus@aol.com THE BEST VALUE FOR YOUR RECORDING DOLLAR: Celebrating our 30th year in business. Pro Tools, HD3/Accel, 192k Interface, 2 inch 24 track analog, 16 channels of API outboard mic pres, Yamaha Maple Custom Absolute kit, SWR 7 GK bass amps, Marshall half stack, Fender twin & Bassman guitars amps, Hammond B-3, Yamaha C7 grand piano, Authorized Pro Tool dealers. CD/DVD duplication on site 3 CCC Video Services. 5.1 surround mixing. $300 per day. www.datamusicves.com, Altoona PA. Phone 814-9442406. DRUM LESSONS: Jeremy Hummel is welcoming adult and home-schooled students during morning and early afternoon hours. Choose your location- Carlisle Pike in Mechanicsburg or Selinsgrove, PA. Call 570-898-0800.

BAND PRACTICE SPACES AVAILABLE in Marysville. Various sizes, call for pricing. 717-379-2168. TAKE CARE OF YOUR VOICE. Voice lessons for performing Rock/Blues/Pop vocalists of all ages. Vocal coach with 15 years of performance experience currently accepting new students. Call Mycenea 717-789-2383

EQUIPMENT FOR SALE FOR SALE: PVS 18 and horn mains, $200 - Peavy SP3 speakers $225; Peavey Sp-5 speakers, $225. Peavey 16 channel mixer $99. Pair Peavey power amps $200. More items. 717-379-8010.

FOR SALE: Crate 60 watt Acoustic Electric Amp, used only a few times. Paid over $700, asking $250 or best offer. 814-541-3170. FOR SALE: 1970 Ludwig standard Drum set, Orange Sparkle, 5 Zildjian cymbals, 3 snares, 3 toms. All heavy duty hardware handstands, Vintage kit, $500. 570-490-0414

WANTED TO BUY: Early 1970s (or earlier) era Selmer Mark VI tenor saxophone. Condition not critical. Sound as a player key. Will pay cash. Please call Thanks. 610-937-0338. WANTED TO BUY: Older Kay upright bass for bluegrass band. Good condition, reasonably priced. Call Jeff 814-585-0362.

FOR SALE: 1970 Ludwig standard Drum Set. Orange Sparkle 5 Zildjian cymbals, 3 snares, 3 toms. All heavy duty hardware and stands, $1,100. Vintage kit. 570-490-0414. FOR SALE: Drum set by CB Drums 1 Bass, 2 Tom Toms. The Toms measure 13� & 12 “ across. The bass is 22�� across, can text pics. $160 570-691-8382.

FOR SALE: EPI P bass guitar $130; 1970’s 2x12 100watt guitar amp made by Acoustics model# 125 $200; Rocktron HUSH Super C Noise Reduction $100; Vox Celetion Alnico Blue speaker $200; Vox Warfdale 30 watt $40; Acoustic Corp 125 2x12 guitar amp $200; Behringer Eurorack Pro RX1602 Rackmount - $100; Marshall MG250 DFX $250;

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2x12 cab $75; Tom 814-3862239. FOR SALE Hammond Proline 860 Leslie, With foot preamp and Leslie 11 pin cable, All in great condition! $650 Phone 717-248-8739 e:mail superstarr55@mail.com FOR SALE Studio gear. Tascam DA88 multitack recorders.Microphones. Mic stands. Compressors .Multi EFX. Audio cable/ snakes. Acoustic foam/panels. Leave message.610-488-0914. FOR SALE Korg triton studio 76 key keyboard with dust cover and hardcase. fully loaded with cd disk drive, moss board and memory upgrade. and all sound upgrades!! $1500. 717-2488739 e:mail superstarr55@ mail.com FOR SALE: Roland V-Stage Series TD-12KX full kit + H[WUD Ă RRU WRP WKURQH EDVV pedal; hat stand... Lightly used; excellent condition $2400 717-831-2319 FOR SALE: Concertinas, accordions, or ukuleles, afford-

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able prices. Also I buy in any condition Concertinas, accordions, or ukuleles. Top dollar paid. From anywhere in PA. Call Mike at 610-620-8833. FOR SALE: Tascam 380 24 track recording board with V.U. meters, $500. Call 717627-4800. FOR SALE: Mastering cassette recorders like new, $35 each. Call 717-627-4800.

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tation. Reading, Berks County area. 610-451-3824. WANTED: Front woman seeking serious musicians for shock rock band. Ages 18-25. ,Qà XHQFHV LQFOXGH $OLFH &RRper Motley Crue, Slash, Kiss, Ozzy Osborne and Joan Jett, Text Adrienne 570-765-1271 or email shockadrienne@ gmail.com Wanted: Bassist needed to round out middle age rock band. NO oldies, modern rock only. Rehearse in Kingston. If interested email rkkernz@ yahoo.com Wanted: Female or Male Vocalist to complete tight 70’s rock project. Heavy on the Zeppelin - requisite range and presence required. Rehearsals in Lewisberry. mdbach1@ hotmail.com or 717-379-5533 WANTED: Two Older Musicians (45+) - Lead Guitarist And Bass Player for variety band northeast of Harrisburg. No ego or D&A issues. 717919-1278. WANTED: Working Variety Dance Band needs Keyboard

player and Guitarist. Prefer someone with Vocal ability. Must be experienced, versatile, reliable and committed. Serious inquiries call Russell. 717-877-5267

WANTED: To form a Motley Crue Tribute band. Female bass player with over 13 years live and recording experience looking to join or form a Motley Crue tribute band. Prefer all-female, but open to other ideas. Based out of south central PA and willing to travel. Email djsharon@comcast. net or contact me on Facebook at Sharon Militello, or call 717-465-8119. WANTED: Looking for drummer, lead & rhythm guitarists & bass to start a heavy metal band e-mail me at tammysboy2986@gmail.com or text 724-915-1789 name’s Jim WANTED: Mature rhythm guitarist and vocals seeks mature female guitarist or keys (vocals a plus) for practice sessions (rock,oldies, country, blues) for practice sessions with goal of forming a duo .

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Altoona area. 814-626-0359 or 814-935-1201.

rock and originals. Call Ken 570-622-3964.

WANTED: Classic Rock Project. Serious people only. Vocalist needs bassist, drummer and lead guitarist. Call Ken 570-622-3964.

WANTED: Guitarist for established band Rhythm and lead duties Surf and Rockabilly. Lancaster PA typical 2 gigs per month. Email - craigmmiller35@me.com 717808-1129.

WANTED: The band Old Man Wolf from Gettysburg seeks Lead Guitarist. We play original hard and heavy rock. If you can jam and shred with taste, call or text: 717-3000148 email: oldmanwolf1@ gmail.com

WANTED: Bass Player for slammin’ blues/rock trio. Originals & cover. MUST

SING up to high A 5th fret gtr. No drugs/issues. Call John 570-287-3954. WANTED: Female or Male Vocalist to complete tight 70’s rock project. Heavy on the Zeppelin - requisite range and presence required. Northern York County. mdbach1@hotmail.com or 717-379-5533. WANTED: The band Old Man Wolf from Gettysburg

seeks Lead Guitarist. We play original hard and heavy rock. If you can jam and shred with taste, call or text: 717-3000148 email: oldmanwolf1@ gmail.com WANTED: Looking for drummer lead&rhythm guitarists & bass to start a heavy metal band e-mail me at tammysboy2986@gmail.com or text 724- 915-1789 Jim

WANTED: Mature rhythm guitarists and vocalist seeks mature female guitarist or keys (vocals a plus) for practice sessions (rock, oldies, country, blues) for practice sessions with goal of forming a duo . Altoona area. 814-6260359 or 814-935-1201. WANTED: Looking for intermediate guitar player (rock & Blues) play & practice Call 717 319-0919

WANTED Professional rock musicians are looking for a young and talented front man or woman with rocker image and stage presence for Motley Crue themed band. 717-3764444 WANTED Male or female friends! Play by ear or music: Accordion Concertina, ukulele or any instruments. English, Spanish, Portuguese,

WANTED: Looking to Jam. State College guitarist looking to jam. Call Justice 410 353 3425 WANTED: Traditional Country Band and then some, Seeking Drummer, male, female welcome. Experience level not that important! Come grow with us. Be mature with good attitude, that’s all we ask. Pocono area. Practice in Lake Ariel, Saturday evenings currently. 570-352-4697. WANTED: Singer needs Bass player, Drummer and Lead Guitar for project. Classic

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call from anywhere in PA. Call Mike’s cell at 610-6208833. WANTED: Steady, on time solid drummer for hard/ modern rock cover band. Selinsgrove area. Call 570-4127614. WANTED Guitarist, vocalist to form duo with keyboard player for working situation. Looking for seasoned all style player, Danville area. Please call 570-594-5627.

WANTED Bassist needed for Country Rock: must be team player, gigs already booked. Ready to record full length CD. Matt, 717-773-3773.

MUSICIANS AVAILABLE AVAILABLE: Female bass player with over 13 years live and recording experience looking to join or form a Motley Crue tribute band. Prefer all-female, but open to other

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projects for new releases, licensing, etc.vIf you’d like to work together, drop me a line at m_naydock@yahoo.com to hear what I’ve been up to. AVAILABLE: Drummer. Can sing lead or harmony. Into Jazz, Blues, R&B, old and new Country. Call Gary at 410-802-9737. AVAILABLE: Got a place to rehearse, can we get reasonable volume, weekends, guitarist, 53, Harrisburg area.

Very good with covers 70’s, 80’s, my window of opportunity unfolds. 717-303-4211. AVAILABLE: Bassist with 25 years experience and pro gear. Southern and hard rock preferred. Part time. No drugs. No drama. Harrisburg area. bassistintheburg@gmail.com AVAILABLE: Electric bassist seeks band into Jazz Fusion standards. Funk Free Jazz. Willing to form band or join established band. Are you out there??? Call 570-454-1917.

AVAILABLE: Guitar player looking for another guitarist to jam, record, etc. State College area. Call Justice 410353-3425. AVAILABLE: Mature guy (retired), experienced acoustic bass player looking for tradition bluegrass, classic country or gospel band. Call 717-273-2833. AVAILABLE: Guitar player, some keyboards, strong vocals, top equipment available

to complete your group? Are you a talented musician and are available to perform in the perfect combination or willing WR ÀOO LQ DW D PRPHQWV QRWLFH" Maybe you have equipment AVAILABLE: Bass player, and gear that you want to move 30 years experience, looking out so you can purchase new for band or acoustic act that’s gear. The PA Musician Magaperforming classic, modern rock variety. Have good strong vocals, equipment, transportation. Reading area. Call 610451-3824. in Lehigh Valley/Pocono area. Can travel. Original classic rock. I have rehearsal space. Experienced. Call 610-5881640.

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