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Doo Wopp out-bursts always a possibility with actor John Goodman

July 10, 2018 by Joe Mirrione

Doo Wopp lover John Goodman

John Goodman recently broke out into song while being interviewed.  He was asked about his musical preferences on ABC’s “Popcorn” and while he said he listens to forties music, he was soon singing doo wopp.  The song he picked?  “So Much in Love” by the Tymes, a 1963 doo wopp classic.  However, it wasn’t Goodman’s
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Publication of “When Gold Turns to Gray” makes for an oldies trilogy

July 8, 2018 by Joe Mirrione

Donald Riggio‘s life was set to a rock and roll soundtrack, so its no wonder his novels would follow suit.  The Bronx-born author has just published the third in a series of novels using the first decade (or so) of rock and roll as a backdrop.  The novels have even spawned an original song, “Bouncing
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One Bronx Tale Hits the Road, Another Seeks a Broadway Home

July 2, 2018 by Joe Mirrione

Chazz Palminteri

Where one Broadway Bronx story ends, hopefully another will begin – with a bit of luck and a lot of fund-raising.  A Bronx Tale will close, as Dion DiMucci seeks investors to launch The Wanderer, the story of his rise to stardom and redemption from addiction. A Bronx Tale closes Chazz Palminteri’s autobiographical play-turned-film-turned-Broadway-musical has announced
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Interview with Eugene Pitt

June 29, 2018 by Joe Mirrione

In 2010, I was asked to edit and help publish an interview with Eugene Pitt, original lead singer of the Jive Five, as conducted by Bob Miner, for Keep Rockin’ magazine.  With Gene’s passing, I thought it was appropriate for fans to hear his history in his own words and also read some kind words
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REMEMBERING THE SPANIELS AND THE LLOYD PRICE YEARS

June 18, 2018 by Joe Mirrione

© 2018 Todd Baptista                       e-mail: info@toddbaptista.com            The second week of June always brings personal memories of the mighty Spaniels, the powerhouse R&B vocal group of the 1950s, to the forefront of my mind.  That’s because their key voices, lead singer
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George Smith, 86, of the Castaleers

June 4, 2018 by Joe Mirrione

       Vocal group harmony pioneer George T. Smith, Jr., baritone in the Castaleers who recorded for Felsted, Donna, and Planet from 1957-1961 died June 3, 2018 at age 86. A lifelong resident of Providence, RI, Smith served for many years on the Board of Canvassers for the city of Providence. The Castaleers, represented
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Children Of 10 Rock And Roll Icons That Followed In Their Father’s Footsteps

June 3, 2018 by Joe Mirrione

John Fogerty with sons Shane and Tyler

Robby Vee The son of the 60s hit-maker Bobby Vee, Robby was greatly influenced by his father’s music and began playing the guitar as a child. By the age of 16, Robby was performing on stage with his famous father. Today, Robby continues to perform at casinos and fairs all over the country. He has
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Rock & Roll Icons Who Have Served in the Military

May 27, 2018 by Joe Mirrione

Reflecting today on Rock & Roll icons who have donned the uniform of our nation’s armed forces… Jimi Hendrix enlisted in the Army in 1961, long before he became a household name.  Hendrix was assigned to the 101st Airborne Division, where he was stationed at Fort Campbell, Kentucky.  He was discharged in 1962 due to
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BOOK REVIEW: “HUSHABYE: THE MYSTICS, THE MUSIC AND THE MOB” by Al Contrera

May 18, 2018 by Joe Mirrione

BOOK REVIEW: “HUSHABYE: THE MYSTICS, THE MUSIC AND THE MOB”, Al Contrera, Balboa Press, 2018   www.balboapress.com. Todd Baptista Through the years, I’ve spoken to dozens of rhythm’n’blues, doo wop, and first generation rock’n’roll performers who related their plans for an autobiography.  With a few notable exceptions, Jimmy McGowan of the Four Fellows coming immediately to
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Don’t go to the bathroom! (At least not when Gary Lewis & the Playboys play their new song)

May 2, 2018 by Joe Mirrione

Gary Lewis & the Playboys

If you’ve ever been to a concert by a classic band that’s got a new album out, you know that “here’s one from our new album” really means “this is a great time for a bathroom break.” As the producer and promoter of over 100 Pop, Rock & Doo Wopp concerts around the country over
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NESBIT, Miss. (Dec. 19, 2019) – Music icon Jerry Lee Lewis received a marker on the Mississippi Country Music Trail Thursday afternoon at The Lewis Ranch, his longtime home in Nesbit, Miss. The event was his first public appearance since a minor stroke in March of 2019 and signals a productive 2020 for the Rock
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