BRIAN’S ANNUAL BACKYARD MUSIC FEST !!!
\n“27 TH ANNIVERSARY OF A ROCKING GOOD TIME ”<\/p>\n
16TH ANNIVERSARY- IN LOVING MEMORY OF
\n” WILLIAM REMALEY ”<\/p>\n
FRIDAY & SATURDAY- JUNE 26 & 27, 2020<\/p>\n
RAIN \/ SHINE !!<\/p>\n
FRIDAY JUNE 26 2020- GATES OPEN @ 9:00 AM
\nMUSIC STARTS @ 6:30 PM ( 4 ) BANDS<\/p>\n
SATURDAY JUNE 27 2020- GATES OPEN @ 9:00 AM
\nMUSIC STARTS @ 12:30 PM. ( 9 ) BANDS<\/p>\n
GET READY TO ROCK THE WEEKEND !!!!!!<\/p>\n
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A TWO-DAY CELEBRATION OF GREAT SOUTHERN ROCK, ROCK, COUNTRY MUSIC, AND AWARD WINNING FINGER-LICKIN’, LIP SMACKIN’ BARBECUE !!.<\/p>\n
TOURING MUSICIANS , WORLD CLASS PLAYERS . BE UP AND CLOSE AS FANS EXPERIENCE SOMETHING SPECIAL WITH GREAT MUSICIANS @ BRIAN’S ANNUAL BACKYARD MUSIC FEST!<\/p>\n
WE WELCOME YOU ALL TO BRIAN’S ANNUAL BACKYARD MUSIC FEST 2020. SO COME AND PARTY WITH US AND MEET NEW FRIENDS AND SEE FRIENDS FROM THE PAST ONE BIG FAMILY REUNION!<\/p>\n
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LIST OF ARTIST PERFORMING:<\/p>\n
*JOEL HOEKSTRA -FROM “WHITESNAKE & TRANS SIBERIAN ORCHESTRA” – “ALL- STAR ROCK BAND *<\/p>\n
JOEL HOEKSTRA- ALL- STAR BAND BIO- New York guitarist Joel Hoekstra currently plays for Whitesnake, Trans Siberian Orchestra and Cher. Joel is also well-known for his time with Night Ranger, the Broadway show Rock of Ages, his fill in work with Foreigner and his monthly column in Guitar World Magazine. In 2015, Joel released the debut album from his side project Joel Hoekstra’s 13. He has also released 3 solo albums that YOU should own!
\nJoel has been able to perform\/play\/record with the following:
\nARTISTS\/MUSICANS (LIVE & RECORDING): Whitesnake , Trans Siberian Orchestra , Night Ranger , Cher , Broadway\u2019s Rock of Ages Band , Foreigner, The Turtles , Big Brother and the Holding Company ,Dee Snider, Jeff Scott Soto , Scrap Metal , Jim Peterik (Ides of March, Survivor), Gunnar and Matthew Nelson (Nelson), Michael Sweet (Stryper), Brandon Gibbs, Mickey Thomas (Starship), Don Barnes (38 Special), Amy Lee (Evanescence), Eric Martin (Mr Big) , Kip Winger , Joan Jett , Rik Emmett (Triumph) , Bret Michaels , Tommy Shaw (Styx) , Robin Zander (Cheap Trick), Derek St. Holmes , John Waite , Alan Parsons, Emily Saliers (Indigo Girls) , Beth Hart , Jimi Jamison (Survivor), Joe Lynn Turner (Rainbow, Deep Purple) , Donnie & Johnny Van Zant , Kevin Cronin (REO Speedwagon), Stephen Pearcy (RATT) , Mike Reno (Loverboy) , Nancy Wilson (Heart), Steven Adler (Guns N Roses) , Sebastian Bach, Ted Nugent, Glenn Hughes, Wyclef Jean , David Pack (Ambrosia) ,Martha Davis (The Motels) ,Constantine Maroulis (American Idol) , Dave Bickler (Survivor) ,Mark Slaughter (Slaughter), Hugh Jackman , Nuno Bettencourt , Chan Marshall (Kat Power) , Henry Paul (The Outlaws, Blackhawk) , Ray Parker Jr., Debbie Gibson , Tom Keifer (Cinderella), Mark Farner (Grand Funk Railroad)
\nTHEATRE: Rock of Ages (Broadway, off-Broadway) , Love, Janis (off Broadway, San Francisco, Louisville, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Tucson, Phoenix)
\nTV: The Tonight Show starring Jay Leno ,That Metal Show (guest guitarist 2x), America’s Got Talent ,Billboard Music Awards,Celebrity Apprentice, Late Night with Conan O’Brien , Bachelor Pad , Late Night with Jimmy Fallon , Last Call with Carson Daly , Live with Regis and Kelly , Live with Kelly and Michael ,Tony Awards (2009), Access Hollywood , Duck Dynasty, The Wahlburgers Limitless (CBS)
\nFILM: Rock of Ages (the movie), Resurrection Mary, The Last Winter ,May the Best Man Win
\nENDORSEMENTS: Gibson guitars, Fender guitars, Taylor acoustic guitars ,Atomic guitars ,Winy Custom guitars ,Jackson guitars ,EVH guitars, Friedman guitars & amps Mezza Barba amps, Victory amps ,Avid audio, AKG wireless systems ,Ernie Ball strings, Star Access picks , Monster Cables , Big Bends Nut Sauce , Seymour Duncan pick-ups, Fernandes Sustainers , Floyd Rose FU-Tone, Shredneck guitars ,Fractal Audio Systems, Atomic pedals, Tech 21 midi pedals, T. Miranda pedals,Stomp Pedals, Svanlund Leather, Saint Bohemian Jewels, Conte Designs Cuffs,Shane Casias Jewelry, Zino Jewelry, Wornstar Clothing<\/p>\n
GREG SMITH – Bassist \/ Vocals – Ted Nugent ,Wendy O. Williams, Alice Cooper, Rainbow, Blue \u00d6yster Cult, Dokken, Vinnie Moore, Joe Lynn Turner, Tommy James & the Shondells, Alan Parsons, The Turtles, Felix Cavaliere, Chuck Negron, Joey Molland, Denny Laine, Mitch Ryder, Billy Joel, Glenn Frey, The Wizards of Winter, Tyketto, Tokyo Motor Fist, Greg Smith Off The Road Band
\nGreg Smith appears in the film Wayne’s World as a member of Alice Cooper’s band, performing “Feed My Frankenstein”. He was the original bassist for the Tony Award-winning Billy Joel and Twyla Tharp musical Movin’ Out on Broadway from June 2002 to December 2005, and on the road from February 2006 to January 2007.<\/p>\n
BOBBY RONDINELLI- Drums Bobby, best known for his work with the hard rock\/heavy metal bands Blue \u00d6yster Cult, Rainbow, Quiet Riot, Black Sabbath, The Lizards, and Rondinelli. In July 2013, Rondinelli was announced as the new drummer for the Axel Rudi Pell band, replacing previous drummer Mike Terrana.Rondinelli has played on subsequent albums and tours, and remains with the band at time of writing (February 2016). Leslie West, Aerosmith, The Scorpions, Sons Of Downtown, Riot, Zebra, Doro Pesch, Ritchie Blackmore, Roger Glover, Tony Iommi, Ray Gillen, Mark Stein,Sun Red Sun, Steven Tyler
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*GREG SMITH – FROM “TED NUGENT BAND”- OFF THE ROAD BAND *<\/p>\n
GREG SMITH- OFF THE ROAD BAND BIO-
\nGREG SMITH – Bassist \/ Vocals – Ted Nugent ,Wendy O. Williams, Alice Cooper, Rainbow, Blue \u00d6yster Cult, Dokken, Vinnie Moore, Joe Lynn Turner, Tommy James & the Shondells, Alan Parsons, The Turtles, Felix Cavaliere, Chuck Negron, Joey Molland, Denny Laine, Mitch Ryder, Billy Joel, Glenn Frey, The Wizards of Winter, Tyketto, Tokyo Motor Fist, Greg Smith Off The Road Band
\nGreg Smith appears in the film Wayne’s World as a member of Alice Cooper’s band, performing “Feed My Frankenstein”. He was the original bassist for the Tony Award-winning Billy Joel and Twyla Tharp musical Movin’ Out on Broadway from June 2002 to December 2005, and on the road from February 2006 to January 2007.<\/p>\n
ANTHONY KRIZAN- Guitarist\/ vocals- Spin Doctors. Embarking on a solo career with his own sound and style\u2014and calling his music \u201cblues infused rock & roll with soulful swampy under tones\u201d, ANTHONY KRIZAN is one of the premier songwriters and producers in the New York metropolitan area. He first rose to fame in 1994 as lead guitarist for the commercially successful jamband, the SPIN DOCTORS, however, prior to joining the popular group, he had carved out industry recognition in his own right\u2014having been signed to both POLYGRAM and CHRYSALIS RECORDS. Once he took to the stage in his new role with the Spin Doctors, Krizan got right to work\u2013bringing his electrifying guitar prowess and solid backing vocals to the group. He also wasted no time in lending his superb songwriting skills to the cause, co-writing the band\u2019s third album, which included the theme song for MICHAEL J. FOX\u2019S hit TV show \u201cSpin City\u201d. In fact, five of Krizan\u2019s songs made the Spin Doctors\u2019 \u201cGreatest Hits\u201d collection, including \u201cMiss America\u201d, which was adapted for HOWARD STERN\u2019S book that was released under the same title. Krizan\u2019s time with the Spin Doctors was a whirlwind of activity, which included making appearances on such television shows as DAVID LETTERMAN and JAY LENO. And it was during this time that Krizan added performing with \u201crock royalty\u201d to his resume\u2026touring with THE ROLLING STONES\u2013as the Spin Doctors opened for the legendary rock band on 15 of their tour dates. Another favorite collaborative appearance was the Spin Doctors performance at the legendary RED ROCKS outdoor concert arena\u2014where they shared the stage for 3 nights with the ALLMAN BROTHERS.
\nAnthony followed up on these initial successes with two major songs\u2014including the LENNY KRAVITZ classic \u201cStand By My Woman\u201d from Kravitz\u2019s CD \u201cMama Said\u201d (Virgin Records), which sold 5 million copies. \u201cStand By My Woman\u201d was also selected for Lenny Kravitz\u2019s \u201cGreatest Hits\u201d (Virgin), which attained the impressive sales mark of 10 million copies. Krizan also penned the title track for Waite\u2019s \u201cWhen You Were Mine\u201d (Pure Records)\u2013which was also included on Waite\u2019s \u201cGreatest Hits\u201d album.
\nKrizan\u2019s rock roots run deep\u2013having performed as a guitarist with NOEL REDDING, bassist of THE JIMI HENDRIX EXPERIENCE for 10 years. Noel Redding and Anthony became great friends, as well as musical partners. The years to follow included a long list of song writing credits on numerous albums, movie sound tracks and television show themes. This includes Krizan co-writing \u201cDust and Bone\u201d for GRETCHEN WILSON\u2019S \u201cRight On Time\u201d\u2014with the song also being recorded by blues\/rock legend PAT TRAVERS. \u201cDust and Bone\u201d was additionally picked for the second track on Universal country artist TIM HICKS\u2019 album, which opened at #1 on the SoundScan Country Album Charts. These industry endorsements contributed to making \u201cDust and Bone\u201d the obvious choice for the title track for Anthony\u2019s upcoming debut album.
\nThe musicians that accompany Krizan on \u201cDust and Bone\u201d are world class, befitting an artist of his caliber and standing in the industry. Contributors include CHAD CROMWELL on drums (NEIL YOUNG, MARK KNOPFLER, BONNIE RAITT, WILLIE NELSON), KEVIN GRANT on bass (LEE BRICE, GARTH BROOKS), JIM HOKE on horns (ZAC BROWN, BOZZ SCAGGS, SHERYL CROW), JOHN GINTY on B3 organ (ROBERT RANDOLPH, DIXIE CHICKS, JEWEL), ROB CLORES on keys (BLACK CROWES), JOHN KORBA on keys (HALL & OATES, ROSEANNE CASH)), TOM MARSHALL on vocals\/co-writer (PHISH lyricist), KIM INCE on backup vocals (RIHANNA), and CC COLETTI on backup vocals (MEATLOAF).
\nKrizan is the 2013 recipient of the ASCAP FOUNDATION JAY GORNEY AWARD for the song he co-wrote with CHERYL DAVEIGA, \u201cHome Don\u2019t Feel Like Home\u201d. He is the owner of SONIC BOOM STUDIOS.<\/p>\n
CHRISTOPHER CAFFERY – Guitarist – Savatage, Trans Siberian Orchestra. Christopher, Is known for his electrifying guitar riffs as a member of metal band ” Savatage ” and currently ” Trans Siberian Orchestra ”
\nOther Special Guest Touring Musicians Will Be Announced That Will Be Performing In The Greg Smith “Off The Road Band” !!<\/p>\n
KOFI BAKER – Drums
\nAs the son of legendary drumming icon Ginger Baker, Kofi Baker has a name that\u2019s synonymous with drumming excellence. And Kofi lives up to his name; with his outstanding skills, drive, and dedication he continues the great Baker legacy. Kofi has impeccable credentials, being firstly the son of iconic Cream\/Blind Faith etc jazz\/rock rock drummer Ginger Baker and secondly having forged his own long and distinguished career working with some of our greatest musicians around the Globe; Tom Jones, Jack Bruce, Steve Marriott, Uli Jon Roth and many more.
\nHe has also toured very successfully with Jack Bruce\u2019s son Malcolm Bruce and guest guitarists; where their critically acclaimed musicianship and on stage banter has formed an original and exciting interpretation of their father\u2019s musical legend.has completed The Extreme Guitar Tour with Uli Jon Roth -Former Scorpions lead guitarist, Vinny Appice \u2013 DIO, Black Sabbath, Rick Derringer, John Lennon ect. Vinnie Moore \u2013 Lead guitarist with UFO.
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*SKINNY MOLLY _ BAND BIO-
\nFormer Band Members From Lynyrd Skynyrd , Blackfoot , And Molly Hatchet. This lineup continues to tour the US and Europe. Skinny Molly is a southern rock band from Nashville, Tennessee.<\/p>\n
MIKE ESTES- Guitarist \/ Vocalist – Lynyrd Skynyrd, Blackfoot<\/p>\n
JAY JOHNSON- Guitarist \/ Vocalist – Rossington Band and Blackfoot<\/p>\n
KYLE LAW- Drummer – Kyle ,Originally from Statesboro, Georgia, Kyle Law hit the Nashville music scene in late 2015, and has since established himself as a reputable touring and studio drummer. He has recorded and performed with a wide array of different bands, musicians and artists over the years – to name a few: Paul Warren (Rod Stewart, Tina Turner), Ike Stubblefield (The Temptations, Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye), Tim McDonald (Blake Shelton, Pam Tallis) and Scott Holt (Buddy Guy, Foghat). The youngest and newest member of Skinny Molly, Kyle joined the band in April of 2018.<\/p>\n
LUKE BRADSHAW- Bassist- Nashville bluegrass and Grand Ole Opry<\/p>\n
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*PREACHER STONE- BAND BIO-
\nPreacher Stone, first garnered the attention of the Americana Rock World with their music appearing on 2 seasons of the FX Hit Series \u2013 Sons of Anarchy. This recognition led to a People\u2019s Choice winning vote from fans of the Lynyrd Skynyrd Simple Man Cruise, which led to an invitation by the band, to perform on the next 4 Simple Man cruises in a row, as well as an appearance on NAHA\u2019s Rock Legends Cruise, The Blackberry Smoke Cruise, and most recently, their appearance on the 2016 Outlaw Cruise featuring Blackberry Smoke and Shooter Jennings. These multiple cruise appearances have also garnered the band a growing European fanbase.
\nThe band heads into Echo Mountain Studios this June to deliver their 4th independent album, with producer Bruce Irvine: (Guns and Roses, Bon Jovi, Whitesnake.) this has also ensured them an international distribution deal with Alliance Entertainment, and they currently have over 16,500 likes on their Facebook page, and over 1 million YouTube views!!! All thanks to a fan movement that refer to themselves as \u201cThe Congregation\u201d.<\/p>\n
Ronnie Riddle \u2013 Lead Vocals, Harmonica
\nMarty Hill \u2013 Lead Guitar Slide Dobro
\nBen Robinson \u2013 Lead Guitar Slide Vocals
\nJohnny Webb \u2013 B3, Keyboards, Vocals
\nJosh Wyatt \u2013 Drums, Vocals
\nJim Bolt \u2013 Bass, Vocals<\/p>\n
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*CURT TOWNE BAND BIO-
\nFrom the westside of Jacksonville, Florida. And deep rooted in musical heritage, The Curt Towne Band represents the self made, hardworking man. Cutting their teeth on Southern Rock, Outlaw Country, Gospel and even some 80’s Metal! This band brings real life experiences to their performances – Every show! Every time! Through their genuine, heartfelt lyrics, it’s easy to understand why fans are drawn to their music.
\nCurt and the band have been privileged with performing with and supporting the likes of Lynyrd Skynyrd, Molly Hatchet, Blackberry Smoke, Van Zant, Montgomery Gentry, The Outlaws, Don Felder of the Eagles, Atlanta Rhythm Section, and Black Stone Cherry just to name a few.
\nThe Curt Towne Band was honored to be a part of the inaugural Southern Rock Cruise in 2018<\/p>\n
CURT TOWNE – Lead Guitar, Lead & Backing Vocals
\nBARRY RAPP – Lead Vocals, Keyboards ( Henry Paul Band )
\nGREG \u201cGT\u201d THOMPSON – Bass, Lead & Backing Vocals
\nMICHAEL CANSLER \u2013 Drums, Lead & Backing Vocals<\/p>\n
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*BRETT MYERS BAND BIO-
\nBrett Myers Band – Country \/ Southern Rock. Brett, played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the Philadelphia Phillies, Houston Astros, Chicago White Sox, and Cleveland Indians. Brett, pitched with the Phillies from 2002\u20132009, mostly as a starter, but also closed for a time. He was a World Series champion in 2008 with the Phillies over the Tampa Bay Rays.
\nAfter 12 seasons playing Major League Baseball, Brett Myers retired to his Florida hometown to be with his family. What baseball fans didn’t realize, is for years Myers had been playing guitar and writing songs in the off-season. From the time he was a young boy, Myers always had a love for country, classic and hardrock. However, with his rigorous baseball schedule, he never had a chance to pursue songwriting in a serious manner. One day while playing golf, he shared some ideas with his musician friend and producer Damien Starkey (Puddle ofMudd, Burn Season), who was blown away by his clever concepts. The two began collaborating and crafting songs in Starkey’s studio. Before long, it was undeniable that they had a great chemistry and the songs to prove it. Since then, Brett has collaborated with several heavy hitters in the industry including Colt Ford, The LACS and Bottleneck. In September of 2017 Brett released his 3rd album \u201cHome Brewed\u201d, a perfect blend of Southern Rock and Country anthems about drinking and life in the south. Myers has also been taking his show on the road with his band \u201cThe Backwoods Rebels.\u201dThis lineup includes former Shinedown andFuel guitarist Jasin Todd, Puddle of Mudd guitarist and bassist Adam Latiff and Damien Starkey, Dylan Hess on drums and Zac Gilberton slide. With the great response that the shows and albums have received, it is apparent that Myers continues to grow his fan base in both the Country and Southern Rock markets.<\/p>\n
BRETT MYERS- Vocals – Brett, pitched 12 seasons playing Major League Baseball*
\nDAMEIN STARKEY – Bassist- Puddle Of Mudd*
\nADAM LATIFF – Guitarist- Puddle Of Mudd*
\nJASIN TODD – Guitarist- Shinedown \/ Fuel
\nZAC GILBERTON- Guitarist\/ Slide – J.J. Grey*
\nDylan Hess- Drums<\/p>\n
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*PATRICK JAMES BAND BIO-
\nPatrick James Band – Country \/ Southern Rock, Country Rock. Patrick James is used to looking around himself on stage \u2013 and seeing other people. As a longtime member of groups such as Pound, Flywheel, and Four By Fate, being alone in the solo spotlight is something that is a new feeling for the singer but not foreign in the least bit. Patrick James is known for such award-winning hits as \u201cUpside Down\u201d which reached #15 On the Billboard charts from his band Pound (Universal\/Island Records). Also, his production and writing on Sugar Red Drive\u2019s debut single \u201cOne More Time,\u201d reached #30 on the active rock mediabase chart. The lead off single from Rachel Lorin\u2019s debut song \u201cI Hate You,\u201d was also written and produced by Patrick James, and reached #39 on the mediabase active and mainstream rock charts. Patrick also wrote four songs on Relentless, the latest album from Four By Fate.
\nHis many influences come to the forefront on Ride of A Lifetime, his forthcoming solo album. On the album, Patrick delivers musical works that are very close to his heart. The title cut has a deep personal tie to the singer.
\n\u201cI actually wrote this song after my dad passed, and I really had a hard time with it … he was my biggest champion,\u201d he says softly. \u201cThat song just means a lot to me.\u201d
\nAnother song that has a deep meaning is the album\u2019s lead single, the inspiring \u201cThank You,\u201d which he says is a song of gratitude for everyone in uniform who has fought to protect our freedoms. Patrick wanted to thank them personally.
\n\u201cI always wanted to write something to thank them for what they do; fighting for our freedoms we enjoy. You know, you and I are sitting here today because a lot of people lost their lives for it,\u201d he explains. \u201cTo live in the country that we live in, to be able to express ourselves, to be able to live our dreams, that came with a heavy price. I wanted to write a song to all the military and first responders who fight and protect our freedom. Thank you!\u201d
\nPatrick James says that he comes by way of his country influences in an authentic manner, but explains that his musical tastes were all over the map in his formative years, ranging from Johnny Cash to The Allman Brothers. He says that he feels that comes out in his music \u2013 particularly the music on Ride of A Lifetime. He\u2019s ready for the fans to hear what he\u2019s been up to. After all, they are the ones that gave him a career, helping to make Pound\u2019s \u201cUpside Down\u201d a top-20 hit on the Billboard charts. He says that seeing the public\u2019s reaction to that song \u2013 as it was taking off \u2013 is something he will never forget.
\n\u201cI can remember it clear as day,\u201d he says of hearing the song on the radio for the first time. \u201cI\u2019m in Jacksonville, and the bus driver’s got the radio on. We\u2019re doing press and all this preliminary set-up to and touring and then all of the sudden the song comes on the radio. The feeling is something I can\u2019t explain. Even though that’s where the work really started, it’s a sense of accomplishment and satisfaction for the years of hard work and labor.\u201d And, that work continues on Ride of A Lifetime, but Patrick feels this is the album that he\u2019s been waiting to make his entire career. \u201cI feel like all these projects and bands that I’ve been in throughout the years were all an extension of myself, and have led me to this point. \u201cI write a lot of music constantly. This record is important because it brings me through different points, times and moods of my life and I don’t metaphorically speak it at all times. I feel like I wrote the record everyone can connect to lyrically, which is important to me. The rest is in the Man’s hands upstairs.\u201d
\nMake no mistake about it, the music business is a completely different game than it was back when Patrick was with Pound, and the record company took care of all the finer points. This time around, Patrick is handling those himself. From Facebook to YouTube, the landscape looks a lot different, and he\u2019s ready to hit it with his best shot!
\n\u201cI think it’s the new norm, where records still come out every Tuesday,\u201d he says. \u201cThere are always going to be changes in the business. If you’re smart and you know what you’re doing, and where you’re going, you can get your message out there,\u201d he continues. Could it be the Ride of A Lifetime?<\/p>\n
PATRICK JAMES GASPERINI – Guitarist \/ Vocalist- Pound, Flywheel , Four By Fate . Patrick James, Songwriter and Producer for over 30 years For artists such as ; Sugar Red Drive, Rachel Lorin, Tayla Rees<\/p>\n
MICHEAL SCIOTTIO- Drummer \/ Vocalist. Michael, is a producer and owner of Elliptical Sound Recording Studio, Over 45 years in the music business, with recording and touring experience. From The Fire , John McCoy, Sun Red, Jefferson Starship, Marty Balin, Commander Cody, Vinny Martell, Mark Wood, Pat DiNizio, Belladonna, Vic Lecar, Kristen Capolino, Ian Gliian, Patrick James Band<\/p>\n
RICK MULLEN- Bassist \/Vocalist Rick is a Producer, withOver 48 years in the music business, with recording and touring experience….Notables: Don McLean (Touring), Savoy Brown(Touring),Vince Martell(Touring), Commander Cody(Touring), The Patrick James Band…… also countless indie recordings, as well as solo cds and singles.<\/p>\n
RUSTY PARKS- Played with Nashville\u2019s Finest
\nLEIGH EVANS- Piano \/ Vocals
\nDESEREE FOSHAY- Vocalist \/ Percussion
\nJOHN BOOTH- Vocalist
\nJJ REED – Guitarist<\/p>\n
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*LISA PERRY AUSTRALIA FEMALE METAL ARTIST- Vocals ”
\nHELZ BAND -BIO ” Hellz embodies a giant almost 6 full octave, paired with the power of a freight train undoubtedly Hellz has the voice to make any rock vocal memorable. Hellz passion working within the music industry is second to none and her positive outlook and explosive stage charisma is loved by many fans globally. 2019 brought endless opportunities of collaboration with well known artists such as former members of Megadeth, Iron Butterfly and Baron Rojos Gorka Alegre. 2020 is going to be a huge year for Hellz as she is already taking offers to perform both internationally and nationally. Various festivals and well known Australian bands have contacted Hellz about performing. In December 2019, Hellz released her second single DESIRE which has already been talked highly amongst industry listener’s worldwide and recieved international airplay. Most recently, Hellz has been welcomed to the R.I.N.D Records label in the USA. CEO, Tom Hooks stated in a official press release that, “Lisa Perry is hands down one of the most talented vocalists out there today. Her work ethic is insane and she is exactly the kind of Artist we LOVE here at RIND”-. R.I.N.D Records is a Multi National Recording and Label Company.
\nHellz is now focusing on writing and recording her debut EP, which will see a release in early 2020 with R.I.N.D. This release will further exhibit her powerful rock voice which has been noted as possibly one of the best of our time. Hellz, is quickly becoming a known and sought after name within the music industry internationally. The EP boasts Gorka Alegre an undoubtedly brilliant musician, well known for his strong bass lines, songwriting and producing skills. Alegre, was the frontline bass player and member phenomenal Baron Rojo and Death Keeper. Alegre has also worked alongside Steve Adler Guns and Roses, Herman Rarebell of The Scorpion’s, Nick Z Marino and Mike Vescera of Yngwie malmsteen and Manny charlton of Nazareth. Together Hellz and Alegre are working on two up coming releases.in early 2020 Steve Feldman, well known internationally as the 1980s to 1990s lead singer of legendary American band Iron Butterfly. Feldman has over the years worked and recorded with notable musicians including members from Alice in chains, Ozzy Osbourne, Guns and Roses, The Regulators and many more major artists. Performing is in the blood of Hellz. As a young child Hellz was spotted and mentored by her dance teacher Ross Hutchison, a successful dancer\/choreographer known for his dance performances alongside Liza Minelli and Sammy Davis Jr and choreography for the great Benny Hill. Her father is a former session musician on the 60s and 70s British music scene. Together they performed as Wooky Hollow for over 10 years performing alongside well known Australian artists such as Johnny Diesel and Mark Seymour from Hunters and Collectors.<\/p>\n
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*DON ORIOLO- FELIX & THE CATS BAND BIO-
\nDon Oriolo- Vocals \/ Guitar. Don, is an artist, musician, and writer best known for his work in the music publishing industry and for overseeing the Felix the Cat cartoon franchise after his father, Felix co-creator Joe Oriolo, died in 1985. Don Oriolo also owns and operates the Oriolo Guitar Company, a guitar, bass, and ukulele manufacture company whose products often feature Felix and other Oriolo-designed artwork.
\nOriolo has also authored a number of books featuring his paintings of Felix the Cat, whom he describes as his creative muse. Some of his music publishing credentials include writing Jon Bon Jovi’s first charted track, as well as signing Meat Loaf and Lisa Lisa and the Cult Jam.
\nDon began his career in the music industry as a songwriter, session\/studio musician, and music arranger, before stepping into what he calls the “executive turntable” of music publishing. When he was first starting out as an aspiring musician, Oriolo would cut high school and ride a bus from New Jersey into New York City, with his guitar. On these trips into New York, he would go to record and publishing companies to try to get meetings with any executives who would give him five minutes of their time. Eventually he started to turn heads and began to sell songs and work as a studio musician and music arranger. During his time as a studio musician, arranger, and composer, he worked with bands and musicians such as The Chimes, The Tokens, The Paragons, The Cupids, Doctor Hook, Gloria Gaynor, and many more. Having already been in the recording business as a studio musician and writer, he was able to float his interest in professional management to some of the most successful record and publishing executives of the time, eventually landing a job with the Robert Stigwood -owned record company, RSO Records.
\nOriolo went on to have a successful career in the music publishing business, discovering and signing musicians such as Meat Loaf, Jim Steinman, and Lisa Lisa. He also wrote music and arranged and produced records for musicians such as Lisa Lisa & the Cult Jam, Doctor Hook, Meco, Robert Gordon and many more. Oriolo is also credited with writing Jon Bon Jovi’s first charted single, which was a Star Wars-themed track titled “R2 D2, We Wish You a Merry Christmas.”
\nOriolo was a head publishing executive at RSO Records, Twentieth Century Fox, April Blackwood Music – East Coast, CBS\/Sony Records, Elvis Presely’s Gladys Music and Hill and Range Music, and he worked as the Vice President of Chappell\/Intersong Music.[citation needed] While at these companies, Oriolo published the works of the Bee Gees, Eric Clapton, Donna Summer, Casablanca Records, as well as Gamble and Huff’s “Mighty Three” catalog.[citation needed] Other accomplishments as a music publishing executive include his contributions to the Broadway musical The Wiz, being named Country Music Publisher of the Year for both 1978 and 1979, and publishing the hit songs “Funky Town” and “Deja Vu.” Oriolo also owned and operated his own music publishing companies, for which he received numerous ASCAP and BMI awards, as well as many gold and platinum records. His publishing company also owns the hit songs “Supernatural Thing,” “This Time I’ll Be Sweeter,” (both composed by songwriters Haras Fyre and Gwen Guthrie\u2020 February 3rd, 1999 ) and “Touch Me All Night Long”.
\nIn 1984, Oriolo started his own record label, Personal Records, which went on to amass 28 charted records in just three years. He continues to work in the music industry, working with musical heavy hitters like Gloria Gaynor, as well as fostering the careers of budding musicians such as Bronx-based Pop artist Qeuyl, and Nyah Jewel, also of the Bronx. He also continues to release albums of his own music, with the most recent being two solo albums titled When You Gotta Go, You Go, and Earthlings Unite, as well as an album from his band Felix and The Cats titled The Cat is Back.
\nFelix the Cat
\nDon Oriolo is widely known as “The Felix the Cat Guy.” When his father Joe Oriolo, co-creator of the modern day Felix, died in 1985, Don took over as CEO of the iconic cartoon franchise. Upon taking control of the franchise, Oriolo immediately started to implement more modern licensing, merchandising, and marketing strategies for the cartoon, and sought to bring Felix into a global market. Oriolo particularly focused on the Asian cartoon market, where Felix is now “especially popular.”
\nSome of these new marketing strategies included writing and producing a feature film, 1988’s Felix the Cat: The Movie, as well as the straight-to-video film Felix the Cat Saves Christmas. Oriolo also has Executive Produced a series of cartoon television shows, including The Twisted Tales of Felix the Cat, and Baby Felix, which was released in Japan in 2000. Additionally, Oriolo had a hand in producing a Betty Boop and Felix comic strip during the mid 1980s. Oriolo also worked out licensing deals with Dairy Queen, Carl’s Jr., and Wendy’s to include Felix toys in the respective fast food chains’ Kids’ Meals. He also struck a deal with Hudson Soft to produce a Felix video game for the NES and Nintendo Gameboy.
\nDon Oriolo is credited with writing and performing the theme song for The Twisted Tales of Felix the Cat, a successful TV series aired by major networks worldwide including CBS in the USA, and he holds an Executive Producer credit for the show along with Phil Roman. He is created the brand for Baby Felix, including acting as a writer, style guide and overall character creation for the Baby Felix cartoon TV series. For the Felix the Cat video game, Don Oriolo is credited with the concept, storyline, and character design. The game also won “Best New Nintendo Game of the Year” in 1988. Don Oriolo was the writer and producer for the greatly successful Felix the Cat and Hello Kitty musical production in association with Sanrio-Japan. The show played for a rare second season in Tokyo. He was the editor-in-chief, publisher, artist and contributing writer for Felix Comics, the publishing company behind the Felix the Cat comic books. Oriolo also co-Created Coconut Fred’s Fruit Salad Island TV Series for Warner Bros.
\nIn 2014, Oriolo entered into an agreement with DreamWorks Animation for the Felix franchise.<\/p>\n
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