THIS WEEK!

I trust that every one's stress levels that usually visit us all around this time of year have arrived?

Relieve some of that stress this Friday evening 12/17 with one of the best darn classic rock cover bands in the area. My buds in DRIVEN hit the stage at The Sticky Wicket at 9pm playing their hearts out for their hometown! "THE WICKET" is located at 2465 So. Broad St. (Rte. 206 So.) in Hamilton NJ.

Now personally I look very much forward to visits from at least three spirits (if not more) during the holidays. As a matter of fact, this Sunday I will be making the first of many batches of homemade egg nog. The first three spirits to visit will be Jim Beam, Ron Bacardi and ALL of the Christian Bros! This will be sampled at the 2nd. annual ROCK ON RADIO CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR this Sunday 12/19 from 9pm-12am est. airing LIVE on multiple outlets! This year the show expands to three hours of unscripted revelry. My scheduled guest is THE HERD OF BLUES featuring DINO COLOROCCO, MIKE LENYO and JOE LEMING. Also scheduled to stop by are MIKE MATISA, KELLY CARVIN and possibly more former guests. There will be new original Christmas tunes from Matisa and Carvin as well as MICHAEL PATRICK, TANGLE TOWN, SHAUN RUYMEN and others. My man O'G from Canada Dry Beverages will be in attendance as well! I have no idea what is going to take place; but my egg nog packs a kick; so it should be interesting.

Also on Sunday 12/19 from 7-10pm at Coffee Works located at 910 Haddonfield Berlin Rd. in Voorhees NJ, former ROR guest and a dynamite performer, the girl who puts the "fun" in funky....LAURA CHEADLE takes the stage! If you've never seen this amazingly talented lady with the sultry voice, you need to do so; she won't leave you disappointed.

Tuesday 12/21 I have been asked to bring my drum kit to THE SAINT located at 601 Main St. in Asbury Park NJ to play along side many talented musicians for the "Acoustic Holiday Gathering" featuring JOE MILLER, COOK SMITH, EMILY GROVE,THE AQUILLA SISTERS and other special guests. Tickets are $8 and the doors open at 7:30pm. I'm VERY sure that the spirits will all be there as well....just in many varying flavors! I'm not sure who or what musicians that I'll be playing with; but perhaps the "spirits" shall guide me?

Since I last wrote, ROR has been picked up by more outlets; one in Ireland, one in Canada, and three in the UK. This of course is very exciting news for me and my program. This brings the total affiliations to 22! ROCK ON RADIO is now carried live on eight stations every Sunday night at 10pm est., is available for free download, is podcasted, and is also on smart phones/iPhones. The program is also re-aired seven days a week on the remaining outlets at various times of the day. Please check www.myspace.com/rockonradio1460 for show schedules, outlets and times.

Lastly, I wish to thank all of you for your continued support of me, my program, my musical ability (or lack thereof...), and all of the extremely talented original artists who I have been lucky enough to meet, interview, and partner with since the inception of this program. I tip my hat to all of you and your exceptional abilities!

Here's to a Merry Christmas, a Happy, healthy and prosperous New Year in 2011 and as always......ROCK ON!

Multis...

I hope that title has sparked some interest in some readership! C'mon people, help me out a little bit! I'm trying to do my best to promote the indie music scene; but I need your help. So if you can post and/or re-post the link to my blog, that would be just FAN-TAS-TIC! Thank you in advance!

Now, on to this week's indie calendar. Tonight 10/6, 10pm at THE ALL CALL INN 214 Weber Ave. in Ewing NJ...A TOUR KICKOFF show featuring RAY STRIFE, ROEBUS, DINZ, LOCAL D and other special guests. TERRY LODA of DEAD SCENE PRODUCTIONS is the featured bartender, and there are drink/food specials ($2. Yeungling bottles/$1.50 PBR cans).

Across the mighty Delaware River tonight; SCOTT REDNOR and His Band are hosting an INVITATIONAL JAM NIGHT at JOHN & PETER'S on Main St. in New Hope Pa. beginning at 9pm. They are looking for quality players to come on out and join them on stage as they jam the night away!

Also tonight at 8pm at THE SAINT located at 609 Main St. in Asbury Park NJ, former ROCK ON RADIO guest MICHAEL DANTE SUMMONTE will headline a show which also features COLTON KAYSER, JOE CIROTTI, and from Los Angeles Ca. ANGIE MATTSON. Tx. are $10.

Friday 10/8, JO WYMER & THE ITTY BITTY BAND will be closing out the night at The Musicians VIP Party at the STONE PONY located on Ocean Ave. in Asbury Park NJ. JO hits the stage at approximately 11pm following Jersey Shore rockers OUTSIDE THE BOX. also on this bill are VIC DELLA PELLO and LOOSE FIT.

Saturday 10/9, JO WYMER and members of THE ITTY BITTY BAND will be performing in Ocean Grove NJ at THE OCEAN GROVE FALL FESTIVAL. Then later that same evening at 9pm, JO and the full ITTY BITTY BAND will be playing along with my new friends THE ITCH at THE COLTS NECK INN located just before the intersection of Rtes. 34/537 in Colts Neck NJ.

Sunday 10/10 at 10pm est. Bucks county singer/songwriter CHUCK SCHAEFFER will visit ROCK ON RADIO for an hour long interview/performance. Tune into http://www.wifiam1460/ or check for more listening options at www.myspace.com/rockonradio1460 and ROCK ON!

Shameless Self Promotion

Back in the month of June, I was asked to do a speaking engagement for an event at THE WINE LOFT in Long Branch NJ.

As I stood before the network known as THE SOCIAL BUTTERFLY, the words of my neighbor went through my mind, "Give them a catch phrase; something they'll remember." So, as I prepared to give my first ever speech to a room full of total strangers, it hit me...."Shameless Self Promotion."

These are the words that I began my speech with. I based this upon the simple fact that if I didn't promote myself, my music, and my radio program; then who would?

So, keeping these words in mind; I am about to engage in "Shameless Self Promotion."

Friday evening 10/1 from 7-9pm, I will be performing as a member of THE ITTY BITTY BAND featuring my amazing band mate JO WYMER on the boardwalk in Asbury Park NJ at the SAND WITCH. It is the second "BONFIRE ON THE BEACH" night, and this week it's on the beach area directly in front of this venue.

Saturday 10/2 at 8pm, JO WYMER & THE ITTY BITTY BAND will be the opening act for EDDIE TESTA and the headliner JOHN EDDIE at SCOOTERS located 6782 Rte. 9 South in Howell NJ Tickets are $15. in advance, and $20. at the door. www.bernawhip63@hotmail.com

Sunday 10/3 from 12-7pm "PAPPA CARL'S JAM FOR LIFE" benefiting organ transplants and organ donors, takes place at KATMANDU; 50 Riverview Executive Park in Trenton NJ. I am playing with JO WYMER & THE ITTY BITTY BAND as well as along with KIM YARSON & THE VOLUNTEERS. I have also been asked to host the outside stage as well. My good friend MIKE MATISA will be hosting the inside stage as well as kicking off the music with his band on the outside stage. Please go to http://www.jamforlifefoundation.com/ for a complete list of performers as well as locations to purchase tickets which are $15. in advance and $20. the day of show.

When it's all said and done, I still have a radio show to do at 10pm est. This week, my guests are Philadelphia Pa. area band HANGMANS CRY. This hard rockin' band with an '80's metal sound are working on their first CD and have a big gig upcoming as they open for SKID ROW at Whiskey Tango.

Tune into http://www.wifiam1460.com/ or multiple other outlets and ROCK ON!

Weekend Activities...

Tonight 9/24 at 7:30pm...SHELI AARDEN at the TIN ANGEL in Philly! SHELI needs your support; so if you're in the area please stop in and give a listen to this great artist!

Tomorrow 9/25 from 12 noon on; CRANSTOCK takes place at Village Road Park (off of Maplewood Ave.) in Cranbury NJ. I'll be performing at 2pm along with KIM YARSON as one of her VOLUNTEERS. Stop on out for a great day featuring many local performers. Suggested $5 donation to benefit the Cranbury Arts Council.

Sunday at 10pm est. Jersey rockin' pop artist LINDA CHORNEY is my guest on this week's ROCK ON RADIO.

Turn on...Tune in...and as always....ROCK ON!

Amusing....

Ok, so we've all heard the stories of how big name stars just "show up" at places unannounced and "so and so" just happened to be there correct? Well, I just had one of those experiences....sort of.

Picture this: A quiet night on the boardwalk in a Jersey Shore town which is trying to reconnect with the masses as well as its' own identity. I'm playing with my band in front of a popular little sandwich shop on a Friday night. Just down the block a crowd begins to gather as the town is about to launch its first of several Friday night "Bonfires On The Beach."

Due to some minor difficulties, the band takes an early break. So as I'm standing there, I notice this gentleman walking towards our location; he's all alone and dressed like a regular "Joe." The man is wearing blue jeans, motorcycle boots, chaps and a leather jacket; his motorcycle helmet tucked under his arm. Now given the location of this event, I'm thinking that this fellow is dressed as such because he's a "wanna be." My exact thoughts were, "Look at this idiot! He's a wanna be! What an idiot." Then as he drew closer I realized that he wasn't just any "idiot" trying to duplicate a famous personality; he WAS the famous personality!

The place was the Sand Witch, the location was Asbury Park NJ, and the man was none other than "The Boss" himself, BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN. Bruce said a brief hello to my band mate and continued on his way. So now that I feel like the "idiot," I'm dumb founded as to how come no one is even noticing him.

Is it that everyone else felt like I did? Could it be that he commands that much respect, such that people don't wish to intrude on his privacy? Perhaps it's because he's such a local icon and ingrained in the Asbury Park culture that he really is "just like us?" Whatever the answer may be; none of them can change the fact that I pre-judged an individual based on some preconceived notion that things are not always as they appear. I mean, come on people, granted it's Asbury Park, but does anyone actually think that they are going to see Springsteen just strolling down the boardwalk on a Friday evening? I never expected it.

I guess that my point is; never be judgemental. Just like I pre-judged a legend, many artists, bands and musicians (as well as co-workers, friends and sometimes family) suffer the same fate. Things (such as in this case) are not always as they appear. Some times you just need to see things for yourself, block out others opinions, and make your own informed decisions and judgements. I made a rash judgement and almost made a fool of myself. Notice I said almost? This is only because I realized before it was too late that he was the real deal and I didn't comment on my first thoughts aloud. Just think about it my friends......

Saturday 9/25, I'll be playing along with KIM YARSON & THE VOLUNTEERS from 2-3pm on Maplewood Ave. in Cranbury NJ at CRANSTOCK. This is a benefit for The Cranbury Arts Council. This festival runs all afternoon and will feature many talented bands and artists.

Sunday, 9/26, popular Jersey rockin' pop artist LINDA CHORNEY is my guest on ROCK ON RADIO. This very talented artist has a world of experience that she'll be sharing with us. Tune in at 10pm est. to http://www.wifiam1460.com/ or multiple other outlets and ROCK ON!

Starting Thursday....

There are many choices for Indie/original music artists this weekend.

Beginning tomorrow evening 9/16; three fabulous singer/songwriters will be appearing together on the same stage. JO WYMER, KIM YARSON, and SANDY ZIO will be performing from 7-9pm at the Main St. Gazebo in Freehold NJ. The Gazebo is located between Federici's and the Metropolitan restaurants. I will be providing background percussion on this evening for these extremely talented artists.

Now, for our Pa. residents and those who want to take a road trip; two great solo artists will be performing on Friday 9/17. SHELI AARDEN and KEITH MONACCHIO will be appearing at the Milkboy Acoustic Cafe located at 824 W. Lancaster Ave. in Bryn Mawr from 7:30-10pm. These two acoustic favorites are always a crowd pleaser.

Also on Friday from 7-10pm, JO WYMER & THE ITTY BITTY BAND (of which I am a part) will be back at The Sand Witch on the boardwalk in Asbury Park NJ. Always a fun night, the boardwalk is new and improved and just waiting for you! The Sand Witch is located in-between The Stone Pony and the Wonder Bar on Ocean Ave. next to the mini-golf.

If neither of these events are for you, how about this? KIM YARSON will be the hostess at a house concert featuring her music and that of KELLY CARVIN, RUSSELL NORKEVICH, and JIM GAVEN. To make a reservation and/or purchase tickets, contact Kim at kyarson@comcast.net . This is a BYOB affair with light refreshments provided.

Saturday 9/18 from 10pm-1:30am, MIKE MATISA & DINO COLOROCCO will be doing originals and cover tunes at Bill's Olde Tavern located at 2694 Nottingham Way in Mercerville NJ. I've had the pleasure of sharing the stage with these fine musicians who have a great following and a love of performing..... this, along with $2. pint and $3. regular Stoli specials guarantees a great night!

I will be playing emergency fill in for my new friends THE ITCH in Colts Neck NJ on Saturday at 4pm at the Colts Neck Rock Fest. This event begins at noon and is being held in Bucks Mill Park located on Bucks Mill Rd. in Colts Neck NJ. For more information see http://www.sheepherders.com/

Sunday 9/19, KIM YARSON is back at it along with BARBARA HURLEY and AL LIND at the Ewing Township Library in Ewing NJ. Concluding her weekend, these three songwriters will be performing "In The Round" from 2-4pm. To obtain more information or reserve a seat for this event, please call (609) 882-3130.

I am very flattered to tell all of you that my good buddy MIKE MATISA and new friend PAPPA CARL, have asked me to emcee the upcoming JAM FOR LIFE being held on Sunday 10/3 at KATMANDU in Trenton NJ. MATISA will be handling the inside stage, and I will be doing the honors on the outside stage on the deck. The JAM FOR LIFE raises monies and awareness for organ donations and transplants. I will also be performing with JO WYMER & THE ITTY BITTY BAND as well as along with KIM YARSON & THE VOLUNTEERS and possibly some others.

Tune into ROCK ON RADIO at 10pm est. on Sunday 9/19 as my guest is Baltimore Md. resident JASON AGER. AGER is making his second appearance on my program and this time he's armed with his new CD "Lunchdate."

Turn on...Tune in...and as always....ROCK ON!

Thoughts.....

A while back, my nephew TERRY LODA posted a rant as a blog about the rules that bands/musicians should follow when playing a club/bar and/or dealing with promoters. This rant turned blog, has made it literally around the world and back. There have even been several establishments which have gone as far as to post it as "House Rules" for the performers that play there. This was written because he finally tired of dealing with, for lack of a better term, "Divas."

Which brings me to my point; why do some musicians/bands/artist feel that they are so much more successful than they actually are?

Is it age? Youth and inexperience? Is it large egos that are fed by "adoring fans," friends and family? Why is it that so many good entertainers fall into this trap? I ask these questions because I've seen this happen to many different artists. These issues transcend all musical genres, sexes, and styles.

Let's take my radio program for example. ROCK ON RADIO was started because I am a musician. Over my thirty five years of involvement in numerous musical communities; I've met many quality musicians and people. I remember the thrill when I was fifteen years old when I heard my band's music on a local FM radio station. I'll never forget the night; I was walking past a booth at a church carnival and heard the song coming out of a transistor radio. The premise behind ROCK ON RADIO was to try and give other bands/artists the same "thrill" that I had on that very evening.

So why is it, that so many musicians who in the grand scheme of things haven't accomplished anything just yet, feel like they have? Oh, they may have a CD, and some moderate airplay, or maybe some great contacts; but until they've actually been signed to a major label, or are touring as either a supporting act, or a headliner...are still just "local musicians."

Now I know that this seems harsh, but I'm just trying to put some things into perspective. I realize that in the entertainment industry, EGO so often is the number one problem; so a dose of reality never hurts anybody!

So listen up people, try and remember the days when you first started, first gigged, the failed projects, and everything that made you and/or your band who/what you are today. Take a look back and realize that without those yesterdays; you wouldn't be what you've become today. So, when someone offers to help your career, appreciate them. When they offer to assist you, take your time to thank them not advantage of them. Always remember where you came from, because you'll never get to where you want to be without the help from others along the path to success. Above all, remember that you're only as good as your last gig, and how people perceive you both on and off stage.

Tonight on ROCK ON RADIO; due to a last minute cancellation, my new guest is singer/songwriter MICHAEL DANTE SUMMONTE from Long Branch NJ. This young, talented guitarist has a bright future ahead of him!

Turn On...Tune in...and ROCK ON!

September 5th Asbury Park NJ

Well, this past Sunday I was lucky enough to be part of THE PARAMOUNT SESSIONS.

For those of you not familiar with The Paramount Theater; it is part of the Convention Hall complex in Asbury Park NJ. Convention Hall encompasses one side, The Paramount Theater the other; each separated by a common area in the middle known as The Atrium.

Over the years so many great acts/events have graced the stage of both of these venues.

Fortunately for me, I was privileged to take part in this first time event called "The Paramount Sessions." Dubbed so, because of the it's influence on so many musicians over the years, as well as its' location on the boardwalk in proximity to the theater itself; The Paramount Sessions provided major insight into the singer/songwriter community of Asbury Park NJ. JO WYMER & THE ITTY BITTY BAND kicked the whole thing off at 11am. Following WYMER was a list of performers who showcased many diverse styles and talents that had many a boardwalk patron stopping to listen, tapping their feet, asking for business cards, or just plain nodding/smiling in appreciation.

Music reigned supreme on this Labor Day weekend in Asbury Park. The boardwalk sessions were at the 1st and 4th Ave. "greenspaces" (so named because the electricity was generated by solar power) from 11am until 7pm; at which time the party moved inside of the Paramount Theater continuing with a free concert of several more Asbury Park area artists. The entire day culminated with an after party for the musicians, crew, and people who made this happen at THE STONE PONY.

This was all done in conjunction with the organization MOVE ON HUNGER. Donations of non-perishable food items were collected at numerous locations throughout the day which benefited food banks/agencies in Monmouth and Ocean Counties. The Paramount Sessions was the first of several planned events, which are tentatively scheduled in the upcoming future.

Now on the music front; I will be playing along with JO WYMER this Friday 9/10 from 7-9pm est. at the TWISTED TREE located on Cookman Ave. In Asbury Park NJ. If you feel like taking the jaunt down to this refurbished area of this legendary Jersey shore town, we'd love to see you there!

My scheduled guest this Sunday 9/12 at 10pm est. on ROCK ON RADIO is Philadelphia Pa. band SINNERS SAINTS. These hard driving rockers have a great sound! http://www.sinnerssaints.com/

Turn on.....Tune in....and ROCK ON!

The Paramount Sessions

Taking place this weekend on the boardwalk in Asbury Park NJ; will be a first ever music/concert event called THE PARAMOUNT SESSIONS.

THE PARAMOUNT SESSIONS in connection with "MOVE FOR HUNGER", a non-profit organization committed to ending hunger in Monmouth and Ocean Counties; is a free event that is designed to showcase many of Asbury Park's talented musical artists. All bands will also be accepting non-perishable food donations as well.

I will be participating as we kick the whole thing off at 11am est. at the 1st. Avenue Greenspace. I will be performing as a member of the ITTY BITTY BAND featuring the amazing JO WYMER. I was also fortunate enough to be asked to perform along with the great SHELI AARDEN at 12:30pm at the same location. Local singer/songwriter and fantastic talent KEITH MONACCHIO will also be performing here at 1pm. Many former and upcoming Rock On Radio guests will also be featured throughout the day. The entire event will culminate inside the historic Paramount Theater with a free concert featuring JERZY JUNG, RICK BARRY BAND, and ending with OUTSIDE THE BOX. The Asbury Park boardwalk is making a comeback, so why not come on out, witness it for yourself, and see some great music in the process.

Also this weekend: Sat. 9/4...JO WYMER and the ITTY BITTY BAND will be performing at the Main St. Gazebo in Freehold NJ. JO always puts on a great show with her unbelievable vocals and great guitar skills. Show starts between 6:30/7pm.

Also on Saturday, there is an event for the TEAL WINGS OF HOPE FOUNDATION; a non-profit ovarian cancer support group. Beginning at 7:30am at Veterans Park in Hamilton NJ, there will be a 5K run/1 mile walk to help raise awareness as well as funds to support this cause. ROCK ON RADIO "side-kick" and my good friend Bob "BC" Cook will be trying his hand at hosting the entertainment portion of this event which as of now will have a DJ and former ROR guest GERALD EDWARD and possibly more live acts. For more information, contact KAREN NEULS at Karenneuls@gmail.com or their web site is http://www.tealwingsofhopefoundation.org/ . To pre-register for either the run or the walk; you may do so at http://www.active.com/

Friday 9/3, I was lucky to be asked to join MIKE MATISA and DINO COLOROCCO on stage at THE TRELLIS at THE HAMILTON MANOR located on Rtes. 156 and 130 South in Yardville NJ. I will be doing percussion work for them as these talented players will be performing cover material with a few original tunes thrown in as well. It's a Happy Hour Show from 7-10pm.

Sunday 9/5 at 10pm est. on ROCK ON RADIO my guest will be members of the Hamilton NJ band RADIO FICTION. Currently in studio working on a CD, they will be discussing the recording process as well as giving us a "sneak peak" with some live on air performances.

ROCK ON!

I'm Back!

Hello my fellow rock 'n' rollers! Sorry for the long time between posts. I had some power chord issues as well as some things happening in life that just get in the way of blogging.

OK, since I last left all of you, I've had the pleasure of performing in several venues with some good friends and band mates. This past Thursday, I accompanied KIM YARSON as well as JO WYMER on percussion at a "Songwriters In The Round" event at the Bordentown Public Library. A very nice turn out of original music enthusiasts filled the seats as KIM, JO, and newcomer to the scene DOMENIC CARINO took turns playing their well written material and giving us some insight into why each song is "what it is." YARSON puts these Songwriter events together at libraries throughout the state of NJ and always has fantastic talent performing along with her at them. To find out more info. on these events; go to http://www.kimyarson.com/ .

Last evening I performed with DALE LAKATA as a member of her band EDEN at Brewster's Bar and Bowling Alley in Bradley Beach NJ. DALE has a unique style and sound that some find quite interesting.

Today, I'll be performing with JO WYMER and ADAM GOLDENTHALL as we assist the legendary AL-VIS at his ROAD CONSTRUCTION CD Release Party. This event takes place at 3pm Sprengel's Sports Bar located at 2447 Rte. 33 @ Wayside Ave. in Neptune NJ.

If you missed last Sunday's ROCK ON RADIO with JOE VADALA; you missed a good one. JOE brought veteran rocker PK LAVENGOOD (John Eddie Band) as well as a great new talent by the name of DAN SUFALKO. SUFALKO has a new CD out entitled "Good Bye Blue Sky" which features the guitar work of LAVENGOOD as well as some backing vocals by local favorite (as well as one of my own) KELLY CARVIN. This five song effort can be found on iTunes, CD Baby and various other outlets. http://www.dansufalko.com/

Tonight 8/22 at 10pm est. on ROCK ON RADIO....Flemington NJ pop rocker JEAN MALLIA is my guest. This teenage singer/songwriter has a new CD and tons of enthusiasm!

Turn on...Tune in....and....ROCK ON!

Happenings!

Let's see, since I last left you; there have been many local shows that have found their way into my facebook in-box!

Here is a sampling of some of them:

Tonight 8/13 at 9pm...The NEW RIDERS OF THE PURPLE SAGE and special guests will be at the STONE PONY located at 914 Ocean Ave. in Asbury Park NJ. Tickets are $20. in advance and the doors open at 8pm.

Also tonight at 8pm...ROCK ON RADIO alumni ASTRONAUT JONES and recent guest 15 KEYS will be playing at the PIC-A-LIL-LY bar/restaurant on Rte. 206 South in Shamong NJ. These three players are always good for some great music and comedic one liners as well.

Beginning tonight, a two day event kicks off in and around Trenton NJ. The JERSEY FRESH GRAFFITI JAM. This event features music and art... More on this unique event can be found at www.diffyproductions.com/news/50

Later on this evening, beginning at 9:30pm...Philly area band STEMS and SEEDS will be making their first ever appearance at the RED ZONE SPORTS BAR located at 259 US Rte. 130 in Burlington NJ. I've never seen these guys, but I here that they're a great time!

Tomorrow 8/14 I will be playing along side of KIM YARSON at the COOKIE COTTAGE from 8-10pm located at 3697 Nottingham Way in Hamilton Square NJ. Bring a bottle of wine or your favorite cordial with the family and enjoy some desserts and great original music!

JO WYMER & FRIENDS will be playing from 7-9pm at MY LITTLE FAT GREEK RESTAURANT located at 3430 Rte. 9 South in Freehold NJ. Check out JO in this intimate setting.

LAURA CHEADLE will be playing across the river in Manayunk Pa. at 5pm across from Kildare's Pub in CANAL VIEW PARK located at 4100 Main St. as part of the "Second Saturday In Manayunk Festival." CHEADLE is packed full of energy, sultry vocals, and an infectious stage presence that always make her shows worth the trip!

Sunday 8/15 at 10pm est on http://www.wifiam1460.com/ , my guest on ROCK ON RADIO is JOE VADALA. This former member of JOEY & THE WORKS and LABAMBA & THE HUBCAPS also hosts a popular Tuesday night open mic. at Havana's in New Hope Pa. and has a great show coming up on 8/21 featuring original artists at the Burlington Amphitheater.

Also on Sunday...beginning at 12 noon....SUMMERSTOCK at KATMANDU Trenton is being held. This annual event featuring many bands who are donating their time, raises monies to benefit OFFICER DOWN NJ (www.officerdownnj.org). OFFICER DOWN NJ aides law enforcement officers and their families in cases where the officer has been injured or killed in the line of duty. Please go to the above web site for more details.

Turn on...Tune in....and as always....ROCK ON!

Happenings for this week.

Tonight 8/8 at 10pm est. on ROCK ON RADIO I will be featuring thirteen year old sensation LEAH LeGRACE! This alternative pop rocker has a wealth of experience and a new self-titled EP under her belt. A recent featured performer at Six Flags Great Adventure in Jackson, NJ; she has proven that she can rock houses both large and small! www.myspace.com/leahlegrace

The fantastic PATTY BLEE will be performing at the OYSTER CREEK INN located at 41 N. Oyster Creek Rd. in Leeds Point NJ on Tuesday 8/9 at 7pm est. This incredibly talented singer/songwriter is a MUST SEE performer.

Also on 8/9 at 7pm est....my good friend KIM YARSON will be doing her Songwriters In The Round concert series with special guest ARLON BENNET at the West Milford Public Library located at 1490 Union Valley Rd. in West Milford NJ. http://www.kimyarson.com/

KIM YARSON and PATTY BLEE will also be performing on the same stage 8/10 at 7pm est at the LIBRARY III located at 6605 Black Horse Pike in Egg Harbor Twp. NJ.

MELISSA CHILL will be performing as the opening act for JEFFREY GAINES this Wednesday 8/11 at THE DOWNTOWN located at 10 West front st. in Red Bank NJ. MELISSA CHILL never disappoints....and oh yea, that GAINES guy isn't bad either. http://www.melissachill.com/

Friday 8/13, Hamilton Twp. native and great singer/songwriter KEITH MONACCHIO will be performing at GROOVEGROUND located at 647 Haddon Ave. in Collingswood NJ. Showtime is 8:30pm est.

Saturday 8/14 from 8-10pm est. KIM YARSON and I will be playing at the COOKIE COTTAGE located at 3697 Nottingham Way in Hamilton Square NJ. KIM and I will be performing songs from her highly successful first CD "Satisfied" as well as a sneak peek at her upcoming second CD "Thankful." Kim also tells me that there may be some special guest appearances by some of her musical friends.

Hopefully you'll all be able to attend some, if not all of these events. Remember this though....as always.....ROCK ON!

This Weekend!

Hello my fellow rock 'n' rollers! There's a full weekend of local artists playing in venues all over the state this weekend.

First off, last week's ROCK ON RADIO guest GERALD EDWARD will be performing today 7/31 at 3pm in Boston Ma. at the Prudential Center as part of the BEN & JERRY'S MUSIC FESTIVAL. So if you're anywhere near 800 Boylston Street stop in and say hello as he plays along with KATIE LOCKE.

Also tonight, KIM YARSON will be performing with PAUL MYATOVICH at COFFEE WORKS in Voorhees NJ. Show time is 8pm and the venue is located at 910 Berlin Rd. in Voorhees.

KEITH MONACCHIO is making his debut this evening at The TIN ANGEL in Philadelphia Pa. KEITH has been trying to get his foot in the door at this establishment for quite a while now and needs all of our support! KEITH's set is at 7pm. For ticket Information go to www.tinangel.com/tickets.html . The TIN ANGEL is located at 20 South 2nd St. in Philadelphia Pa.

Tonight, if anyone is happening by the LAKEWOOD BLUE CLAWS game; I'll be performing as a member of DALE LAKATA's band EDEN at 6pm in the TIKI BAR prior to the ball game. FIRST ENERGY PARK is located on Rte. 528 in Lakewood NJ.

Tomorrow morning 8/1 at 10am, the amazingly talented PATTY BLEE will be performing at The FORUM LOUNGE in CAESAR'S Hotel/Casino in Atlantic City NJ. If you've never seen PATTY BLEE perform, you're missing a real treat!

Tomorrow afternoon I'll be making my percussion debut playing along side the fantastic SHELI AARDEN as part of a fundraising event for the ASBURY ROCKSTARS CHARITIES. This show takes place at the TWISTED TREE CAFE located on Cookman Ave. in Asbury Park NJ. SHELI will be performing along with all of her softball team (The Bloody Mary's) players to raise monies for the Monmouth County SPCA. The Twisted Tree has agreed to donate 15% of all purchases toward the cause. Here is the Line up:

1pm - LAURA MONZO

1:15pm - CHRISTINE SIGNORILE w/ MICHAEL CALABRESE

1:30pm - CATHERINE WACHA

2pm - EMILY GROVE

2:15pm - PETER PRASA

2:30pm - JO WYMER

2:45pm - FREDDIE FRY

3pm - SHELI AARDEN

3:15 pm - GEENA BUONO

3:30 pm - KEITH MONACCHIO

Sunday evening, my guest on this week's ROCK ON RADIO are the Trenton NJ duo 15 KEYS! Listen LIVE at 10pm est. on http://www.wifiam1460.com/ . Yes, the website has had a minor change.

Turn on Tune in and as always.....ROCK ON!

Tonight And Beyond!

Tonight 7/21 at the ALL CALL INN on Weber Ave. in Ewing Twp NJ. TERRY LODA of DEAD SCENE PRODUCTIONS is the guest bartender as there's a new show on tap! Area bands LOCAL DEMISE, A CALL TO ARMS, SLAUGHTER, THE WEAK, and an acoustic set by KEYS TO THE CADILLAC will be performing live starting at 9pm and there is $3. cover. there are draft beer specials as well as an open kitchen.

Thursday 7/22, I'll be appearing at the Princeton Outdoor Market on Library Place from 12-2pm with the amazing JO WYMER and the "Legend" GERRY PASHIN. This event is held monthly and is on the plaza just off of Witherspoon St.

Friday 7/23, THE DAWGS will be appearing at the STICKY WICKET restaurant and bar located at 2465 South Broad Street in Hamilton Twp. NJ. Pop in and see this incredibly popular cover band that never fails to pack them in wherever/whenever they play. Oh, and while you're there, make sure to say hello to their bass guitarist DOUGIE and our new favorite bartender and ROCK ON RADIO supporter MARIA....tell them Danny sent you!

Saturday 7/24 my good friends MIKE MATISA and DINO COLOROCCO will be playing from 10pm-1:30am at the local Hamilton hot spot BILL'S TAVERN. Join them as they play a mix of cover tunes with some originals to boot. Recently, I had the pleasure of playing along side these two fine artists, and they're great performers! Bill's is located at 2694 Nottingham Way in Hamilton NJ.

Also on Saturday, I'll be performing as a member of the ITTY BITTY BAND featuring JO WYMER at THE COLTS NECK INN. Come join us as we rock the night away doing JO's originals, some old blues standards, some jazzy tunes and whatever else may come along. This is my first gig in a bar room setting as an ITTY BITTY; so I hope to rock it up! The Colt's Neck Inn is located on the corner of the intersections of Rtes. 537 & 34 in Colts Neck NJ.

Sunday 7/25, GERALD EDWARD is the guest of ROCK ON RADIO. This indie folk/pop artist has a new CD, "You Write The Words" and many other topics to discuss. (www.myspace.com/geraldedward)

Turn on.....Tune in.....and as always......ROCK ON!

Please tell your friends about this blog....the more support that I receive, the more support that I can give local music and musicians.....THANKS!

Tonight on ROCK ON RADIO!

Philadelphia Pa. area singer/songwriter and Indie film actress MARY SCHOLZ is the guest of ROCK ON RADIO this evening. This very talented multi-instrumentalist comes from a musical family and has been singing since the age of four! We'll be discussing her two EPs as well as her recent film projects. Tune in at 10pm est. on http://www.wifi1460am.com/, http://www.hamiltonradio.net/, or multiple other outlets. ROCK ON RADIO may also be heard seven days a week on various outlets. Please go to www.myspace.com/rockonradio1460 for a complete list of show times and stations.

I would also like to announce that the ROCK ON RADIO program is now on in South Beach Miami Fla.! Beginning Tuesday 7/20 at 7pm est., the RADIO EAR NETWORK will now carry the program in syndication. I wish to thank JOE D. at R.E.N for welcoming me into his fine family of programming. http://www.radioearnetwork.com/

A quick recap of the weekend's events: I wish to thank all of you who came out to see me play along with the rest of the ITTY BITTY BAND as we backed the amazing JO WYMER this past Friday evening at the Beanwood Latin Bistro in Bordentown NJ. The crowd was stellar and hung in all night long; we can't thank you enough!

Saturday I had the honor and pleasure of accompanying the incredible duo of PATTY BLEE and ERNIE T. as we played at the Sourland Music Festival in Hunterdon. This was my first time ever taking the stage with these two very talented musicians; and I consider myself very lucky to have done so!

Thanks for all of your continued support and as always....ROCK ON!

EVENTS THIS WEEK

Friday night 7/16, I'll be performing as a member of the ITTY BITTY BAND as we back JO WYMER in Bordentown NJ at the BEANWOOD LATIN BISTRO located on Farnsworth Ave. in the center of the city. Come on out and hear her powerful, blues/jazz vocal styling in this quaint setting. This is an all ages event that runs from 8-10 pm.

Saturday 7/17I'll be making my debut performance on percussion with the very talented PATTY BLEE (www.myspace.com/pattyblee). Her and I will be performing at the SOURLAND MUSIC FESTIVAL in Hillsborough NJ. Also performing will be SOLSTICE SUPERNOVA, ERYN SHEWELL BAND, BIG NANCY & BILL SIMS JR., JOE WHYTE JO WYMER & JD MALONE, and a STUDENT ENSEMBLE. There will be food, an art show, as well as a silent auction. Tickets are $15 for adults and $5. for children.... http://www.sourlandmusicfest.net/ for more information.

Sunday 7/18 at 10pm est. my guest on this week's ROCK ON RADIO will be Philadelphia Pa. indie/folk artist MARY SCHOLZ! This lady with the sweet vocal sound has two CDs under her belt, is an actress and has a great appreciation and love for the arts.

Tune in at 10pm est to http://www.wifi1460am.com/ or go to www.myspace.com/rockonradio1460 for a complete list of outlets and the upcoming show schedule.

ROCK ON!

THIS WEEKEND!

Hello my fellow Rock 'N' Rollers!! There are many different venues to see live local and semi-local musicians and bands at this weekend.

Tonight (Fri.), kicks off a busy weekend for my friend DINO COLOROCCO. First off, he'll be performing as part of the HERD OF BLUES acoustic trio from 5-8pm in New Hope Pa. at the LOGAN INN located at 10 West Ferry St. Then secondly with his band DARKWATER beginning at 9:30pm at THE STICKY WICKET located at 2465 So. Broad St. in Hamilton NJ. Third, he'll be playing along side of Mike Matisa at Katmandu at a benefit (please see further down the column).

Saturday, former ROCK ON RADIO guest and recording artist MELISSA CHILL will be performing both Saturday 7/10 in Red Bank NJ at the DOWN TOWN CAFE from 6-10pm., and on Sunday 7/11 from 1:30-5pm on the beach in Asbury Park NJ at The BEACH BAR. I've had the pleasure of being on the same bill with her as well as interviewing her on my radio program; both were an extreme pleasure. http://www.melissachill.com/

Also performing on 7/10 and making her "virgin voyage" at the MILKBOY ACOUSTIC CAFE is the fabulous SHELI AARDEN! This singer/songwriter who currently hails from the Jersey shore area, entered the original/indie scene only a few years back, but has created quite the stir. Check her out Sat. night at 7pm at MILKBOY; which is located in Bryn Mawr Pa. at 824 West Lancaster Ave. If you miss this show, she'll be performing again on 7/13 as the "featured artist" at STUDIO LULOO located at 916 White Horse Pike in Oaklyn NJ. Showtime at this event is 7:30pm. www.reverbnation.com/sheliaarden

Not to be outdone by these two lovely and fantastic performers; I'll be performing on percussion along with JO WYMER and the ITTY BITTY BAND from 6-9pm on Main St. in Freehold NJ at the GAZEBO. JO is also going to be my guest on this week's ROCK ON RADIO which airs live at 10pm est. on http://www.wifi1460am.com/ and multiple other outlets.

Sunday 7/11 local favorite and past ROCK ON RADIO guest KEITH MONACCHIO will be headlining a benefit concert for THE GIFT OF LIFE FOUNDATION beginning at 1pm at KATMANDU in Trenton NJ. Also on the bill are Manchester NJ band the ROUSTABOUTS and former radio show alumni MIKE MATISA & DINO COLOROCCO. Tickets are $15 and may be purchased at the door. KATMANDU is located at 50 Riverview Executive Park which runs parallel between Rte. 29 South and the mighty Delaware River.

Topping the weekend off, I'll be playing along with AGENCY bassist MIKE THOMPSON as the rhythm section for KIM YARSON and THE VOLUNTEERS. KIM will be performing at 5pm on the big stage at FREEDOM FEST in Allentown NJ. This is the last night of this five day event which takes place in THE HORSE PARK of NJ. Easily accessible off of Rte. 195 HORSE PARK has plenty of parking and a farm like atmosphere. This is also the state's Agricultural Fair.

So, there it is....some local....some not so local....but as always......ROCK ON!

TAKE A MOMENT...

Remember the days when a worker actually received a "paid holiday" on the holiday itself? Now, because it's in the "union contract that we get a paid day off when the holiday falls on a weekend;" many workers get a chance to celebrate America's Independence for an extra day.

As we gather to eat, socialize, drink, and "celebrate;" I think that all of us should take a moment to reflect on OUR independence. Yes, today we celebrate the two hundred & thirty fourth declaration of our thirst for freedom from tyrannical rule; but the ideals and foundations that led to this event were planted long prior.

By now you're all probably wondering, "What does this have to do with the "Indie" music scene?" Just like those brave Colonials in the seventeen hundreds; today we need to reflect upon the brave young men and women in our military who are all over the world protecting our "Rights, endowed by our creator;" the people who are fighting for OUR dreams, and make it possible for us to go to our parades, fireworks displays, backyard BBQs and out to the bars/pubs later on tonight (because Mon. is a "paid holiday") to hear great original music by INDEPENDENT artists.

Yes, take a minute to reflect upon why it is that we're able to visit many of our local area establishments and drink, eat, and listen FREELY. By my own admission, I am perhaps one of the worse people on the planet to travel with; this due to my penchant for thanking EVERY veteran and service man/woman that I happen to come upon with a handshake and a simple "Thank You." My children, who as young teens would distance themselves from me (from fear of embarrassment) in airports, now "get it." Now they stand near me (at least) as I express my gratitude. Many of these fine young men and women are musicians, vocalists and Indie artists. They are artists who are putting their own lives on hold and on the line so that ours may continue uninterrupted. They are awake while we sleep, alone while we're with company, and while we are doing shots from a tube at some seaside bar...they are being shot at.

All of that being said, I'm not asking you to donate, nor am I asking anyone to do something that they may or may not be comfortable with. What I am asking is that all of us just take a moment to think, reflect and if possible, renew a commitment to someone, something, or to the dreams that our independent country and our brave military provide each and every one of us with on a daily basis.

Keeping in line with the above theme; I will be playing this Thursday 7/8 at 5pm along side of JOE KILDEA at a benefit for our disabled veterans. The COMMUNITY JUSTICE CENTER of Trenton NJ are the organizers of this event which will feature the following line up of local area musicians who are donating their time:

5-6pm - JOE KILDEA w/ DANNY COLEMAN

6-7PM - TOM GLOVER

7-8PM - THE HIGH HEARTS

8-9PM - ERIC GREB

Also this week, Wed. 7/7 the "Acoustic Singer/Songwriter Showcase" is back at KATMANDU on the mighty Delaware River in Trenton NJ. This fantastic free showcase kicks off at 7:30pm and features talent from all over the state! LANCE REICHERT always does a great job of assembling TOP-NOTCH performers on a weekly basis for these shows....the deck overlooking the river is fabulous, and the atmosphere very enjoyable.

Lastly, former ROCK ON RADIO alumni MIKE MONTREY and his band will be performing live at the STONE PONY on Ocean Ave. in Asbury Park NJ tonight! MONTREY is a great live act and well worth the trip. Doors open at 5pm.

There is no live presentation of ROCK ON RADIO this evening due to the holiday. We shall return next week 7/11 when my guest will be Hopewell NJ singer/songwriter JAMES POPIK.

Have a safe, enjoyable holiday and as always.............ROCK ON!

Local original music this week!

Hey all! Here are the places to be for original music this week!

Tonight 6/29 and most Tuesdays at THE CELLAR @ THE HAMILTON MANOR located on Rtes. 130/156 in Yardville NJ. ANTHONY "FAST ANT" CANNULI hosts an open mic. beginning at 9pm. No registration needed...just show up and play! "FAST ANT" was my most recent guest on ROCK ON RADIO and is always willing to help showcase musicians from any area. All domestic beers are $2. so it's economical too!

Wednesday evening 6/30, TERRY LODA of DEAD SCENE PRODUCTIONS ( TLObooking@aol.com ) is the guest bartender at a featured showcase of bands at the ALL CALL INN in Ewing NJ. Located at 214 Weber Ave., the ALL CALL INN features $1.50 domestics and $2. imported pints. Throw in food specials until 11pm and it's all worth the $3. cover charge! This week's line-up is as follows: DEMO, SYRRAH, THE ELEPHANT AND THE GIRL, & MOONSLOPE.

Also on Wednesday evening; two of my favorite ladies are performing both separate as well as together at FEDORA CAFE located at 2633 Main St. in Lawrenceville NJ. Starting at 6pm KIM YARSON & JO WYMER take to the stage for what is always an incredible night of music from two very talented artists.

Friday 7/2 Princeton NJ local favorite LAURA CHEADLE will be "getting funky" in NYC at the ALPHABET LOUNGE located at 104 Avenue C (corner of 7Th St.). Laura will be performing with her full band and hits the stage at 8:30pm.

Also on Friday, I'll be making my debut with the amazing JO WYMER as the newest member of THE ITTY BITTY BAND! We will be "Rockin' The River" at MARINE PARK (Wharf Ave.) in Red Bank NJ for a free concert event sponsored by 90.5 Brookdale Public Radio. we will be sandwiched between the very talented MATT O'REE and the headliner WOODFISH. This free concert kicks off at 6pm with JILL HENNESSY as the show opener. I'm told that it will be broadcast live on air as well as on the Internet at http://90.5thenight.org/ So tune in if you can't drop in!

There will be no LIVE ROCK ON RADIO this Sunday due to the 4Th of July holiday. Look for me to return next week 7/11 when my guest will be Hopewell NJ singer/songwriter JAMES POPIK.

ROCK ON!

Mary's Place

I should probably just get a room and spend the weekend in Asbury Park NJ. I'll be playing there tonight from 7-9pm AT THE SAND WITCH (3rd/Ocean Aves) with the amazing JO WYMER as well as tomorrow at 6pm (Convention Hall) with the fabulous LAURA CRISCI.

The show with LAURA CRISCI is a benefit for a cancer house/program called MARY'S PLACE. Below I've re posted a link that I'm urging all of you to please read. Hopefully, none of us will ever have to reach out to MARY'S PLACE; but it's a good feeling to know that you have a friend there if you do.

http://www.marysplacebythesea.org/

Laura also wrote a special song for the event; which is available for download at http://apps.facebook.com/nimbitplayer/#2255739c1 All proceeds from this go directly to MARY'S PLACE. The song may also be purchased directly from Laura's facebook page www.facebook.com/laurcrisci1

ROCK ON!

Happenings....

Tonight (Tues.) the open mic. at THE CELLAR at THE HAMILTON MANOR resumes after a week off. Host ANTHONY "FAST ANT" CANNULI will be back in action presenting some of the finest talent that the area has to offer. "FAST ANT" will also be the guest of ROCK ON RADIO this Sunday evening at 10pm est. on http://www.wifi1460am.com/ and six other outlets. Check www.myspace.com/rockonradio1460 or Dan Coleman Rock On Radio on facebook for details, schedule, and a complete list of broadcast outlets. Check out ANTHONY CANNULI at www.youtube.com/user/fastantcannuli

Wed. is the "Acoustic Singer/Songwriter Showcase" at KATMANDU (50 Riverview Executive Park Trenton NJ) this week starting at 6:30pm. There are drink specials and the kitchen stays open til 9pm. Admission is free, 21 and older unless accompanied by an adult of the proper age.

If that's not your style, then visit the ALL CALL INN on Weber Ave. in Ewing NJ for the acoustic guitar covers of TIM LYNCH and MIKE KOPLINER. Drink specials feature $1.50 domestic and $2.00 imported pints. Show starts at 9pm, is 21 and over and there is a $3.00 cover charge. TERRY LODA of DEAD SCENE PRODUCTIONS is the featured barkeep at this event.

Friday 6/25, JO WYMER and some members of the ITTY BITTY BAND will be on the boardwalk at the SAND WITCH located on 3rd and Ocean Aves. in Asbury Park NJ.

Also on Friday evening, KIM YARSON, SANDY ZIO, and LAURA CHEADLE are doing a house concert in Princeton NJ. Hit up any of them on facebook for more details. If you wish to attend, you must act quickly as tickets are scarce and time is running out to buy the few tickets that are left.

Saturday 6/26, I'll be playing as a member of the "Whoever Shows Up" band along side of LAURA CRISCI as she takes to the arcade area of Convention Hall at 6:30 pm as part of a benefit for "MARY'S PLACE." This organization helps and aides women with breast cancer. Following LAURA will be LISA BOUCHELLE at 7pm. This event can be viewed by the public, but to go inside; tickets are $65 which includes cocktail hour, full dinner buffet, and entertainment by several bands, headlined by GARY U.S. BONDS.

On a closing note; I'd like to congratulate my son CLINT D. COLEMAN on his graduation from Steinert High School last evening. I hope that he follows his dreams, and that they all come true. I also wish him well and the best of luck as he enters the Culinary Arts Program at Mercer County Community College this fall. I am extremely proud of his accomplishments as well as his development into a fine young man.

ROCK ON!

The Week Ahead

Here's a look at the week ahead at some of our local area establishments:

Tonight 6/18, beginning at 8pm, KIM YARSON and JO WYMER are LIVE in Bordentown NJ at the LATIN BEAN and BISTRO located on Farnsworth Ave. These two ladies are fantastic performers who are both gracious and very engaging with their audience.

Saturday is a TORCHY'S TROUBADOURS event being held for the "TURN THE CORNER LYME DISEASE FOUNDATION" in Bradley Beach NJ at BREWSTER'S BAR and BOWLING ALLEY. I'll be playing along side AGENCY bassist MIKE THOMPSON as we provide the rhythm section for KIM YARSON. Other locals performing are KELLY CARVIN as well as CHUCK SCHAEFFER. KAT FALCEY of http://www.tunes2ya.com/ is the host and one of the main organizers of this great day of music and prizes. There is a suggested donation of $10. The doors open at 3pm and the music begins at 5pm.

Sunday night LIVE at 10pm est. on ROCK ON RADIO....Pt. Pleasant Beach NJ band EVERGREEN FILE will be the featured guest. They will be discussing their upcoming JAMFEST 4 performance in Lakewood NJ at the LOCAL SHACK.





Tuesday evening starting at 9pm at THE CELLAR @ THE HAMILTON MANOR in Yardville NJ marks the return of open mic. night hosted by my good buddy ANTHONY "Fast Ant" CANNULI. Some regulars include "Fast Ant" himself, Joe Kildea, and Joe Chianese and Matt Schiafano of local band RADIO FICTION. There are others like SHAUN RUYMEN, KELLY CARVIN, and IN THE COMPANY of WOLVES who show as well. There are also drink specials (like $2. domestics) as well as great eats!





Wednesday 6/23 gives you a choice of two great showcases. Starting at 7pm, there is the "Acoustic Singer/Songwriter Showcase" out on the deck (weather permitting or it's moved inside) at KATMANDU in Trenton NJ. This week's showcase kicks off with the fabulous WILLIAMSBOY and the featured artist this week is SCOTT SARFERT.





The other option is to visit the ALL CALL INN located on Weber Ave. in Ewing NJ. TERRY LODA of DEAD SCENE PRODUCTIONS is the creator of this event (as well as the featured bartender) which begins at 9pm. This week's performers are TIM LYNCH and MIKE KOPLINER who will be doing a evening of acoustic covers. Drink specials include $1.50 domestic pints and $2. import pints. There is a $3. cover charge.









That's all I've got for this week's happenings. If anyone knows of anymore, or wishes me to publicize any music news or upcoming shows; please hit me up here or at Rockonradio1460@hotmail.com or on facebook at "Dan Coleman ROCK ON RADIO" and I'll gladly do so.





ROCK ON!

Events of this week

Wow! What a week in the local music scene!

First off, I was VERY fortunate to have been asked to be part of "Jammin' For Juju" at IT'S A GRIND COFFEE HOUSE in Plainsboro NJ. KIM YARSON did a fabulous job at arranging this affair; as well as lending her talent to the benefit. I was honored to share the stage with her, my new band mates JO WYMER and JERRY PASSION, as well as the other talented artists that donated their time to help this little girl who is stricken with Mitochondrial Dx. They should all be very proud of their efforts, which I'm told yielded great results.

Later that evening on ROCK ON RADIO; prelude to JAMFEST 4 week number two took place. My guests were Raritan NJ singer/songwriter DALE LAKATA and LOCAL SHACK owner PETE JESTER. Dale bought her guitarist DAVE BATESON and Pete brought the manager of the Local Shack DONNA TORRES. JAMFEST 4, a collaborative work between Jester and KURT HESSE, is being held this year at the LOCAL SHACK on Rte. 9 in Lakewood NJ. and features many talented performers. To find out more, go to http://www.localshack.biz/

Tuesday was ROCK ON RADIO invades Waterfront Park! Myself, BC, Engineer ART and my sponsor from Canada Dry... O'G, took in a Trenton Thunder baseball game while relaxing in the WIFI luxury suite. I wish to thank station manager Aaron and owner John Forsythe for providing us with a great night!

Tonight (Wed.), let's not forget the "Acoustic Showcase" at KATMANDU in Trenton NJ. (http://www.katmandutrenton.com/ ) LANCE REICHERT always puts on a great line-up of talented musicians from both sides of the Delaware River. Unfortunately, I will not be attending that this evening, as I will be speaking at a social/business networking meeting in Long Branch NJ. The topic: ROCK ON RADIO and Grass Roots Marketing. Should be interesting; as I've never done this before.

Friday night at the "LATIN BEAN and BISTRO COFFEE HOUSE located on Farnsworth Ave. in Bordentown NJ....KIM YARSON and JO WYMER will be entertaining the masses. I'm going to do my best to make this gig, and so should all of you! Two VERY talented musicians!

Saturday I shall be in Bradley Beach NJ at a TORCHY'S TROUBADOURS event which benefits TORCHY BLAINE and the TURN THE CORNER LYME DISEASE FOUNDATION. This event is being held at BREWSTER'S BAR and BOWLING ALLEY located on Main St. in Bradley Beach. Event begins at 3pm and the music starts at 5pm. Myself and local Hamilton Township resident/AGENCY bassist MIKE THOMPSON will be two of KIM YARSON's "VOLUNTEERS" as we'll be providing the rhythm section for her at this event. http://www.torchystroubadours.org/ .

Busy week for sure....Hopefully, I'll see some of you at one or all of these shows. ROCK ON!

DALE LAKATA tonight on ROCK ON RADIO!

Tonight on ROCK ON RADIO, my guest is Raritan NJ singer/songwriter DALE LAKATA.

Join me as I continue week number two on our way to JAMFEST 4. DALE LAKATA is also a participant as well as a featured performer. Tonight, she'll be giving us all of the details about her involvement, as well as her time slot and other particulars about this show scheduled for 6/26.

We'll also be discussing her tireless gig schedule, her band EDEN, and all things DALE LAKATA.

If you'd like to chat with DALE or any of us LIVE on air; call (609) 447-0236 or e-mail us at Rockonradio1460@hotmail.com .

Once again, I'll be performing with KIM YARSON at 2pm est. and JO WYMER at 3:45pm est. today at the IT'S A GRIND COFFEE HOUSE located on Schalk's Crossing Road (near the intersection of Scudders Mill Road) in Plainsboro NJ. This a fundraiser " Jammin' for Juju" benefits Mitochondrial Dx.

Come on out today...or tune into tonight and ROCK ON!

Jammin' for JuJu

This Sunday 6/13 beginning at 2pm; my friend KIM YARSON is hosting a fundraiser at IT'S A GRIND COFFEE HOUSE on Schalk's Crossing Road in Plainsboro NJ. This event is called "Jammin' For Juju" and is being held to raise money and awareness to help fight Mitochondrial Dx.

"Juju" a very young child and friend of Yarson's, has been afflicted with this condition which strikes at the neuro-muscular system. Her and her family need our help as the treatment for this disease is very costly.

Some of the performers that Kim has assembled for this cause, and who are graciously donating their time are as follows:

2-3pm - KIM YARSON & VOLUNTEERS

3pm - JIM GAVEN

3:45pm - JO WYMER

4:30pm - CJ BARNA

5pm - BARBARA HARLEY & AL LIND

IT'S A GRIND COFFEE HOUSE is full of great tasting coffee and sweet treats to help soothe, relax, or uplift your spirits. If the weather holds; this event will take place outside, if not please come on out and enjoy the atmosphere on the inside and help out this great cause. I myself will be participating in this worthwhile event...so I hope to see you there!

Now as a side note, I'd like to mention two shows that I was a part of earlier this week. Tuesday evening, I made my percussion debut with JO WYMER at JULIA'S RESTAURANT located at 91 1st. Ave. in Atlantic Highlands NJ. JO was the featured artist at the Atlantic Highlands Arts Council's "2NITE" series. The second Tuesday of every month, they host this great open mic. at Julia's. I was overwhelmed by the support that the community showed for this event. Even though it was a Tuesday evening, the venue was packed full of original music performers and enthusiasts. Along with JO WYMER, I had the honor of meeting, as well as sharing the stage with some of the areas finest musicians and artists. I performed with the likes of POPPA JOHN BUG, BOB HEART, AL-VIS, JERRY PASSION and a recent ROCK ON RADIO guest....CAROL BARBIERI. Being surrounded by, and asked to accompany such talent definitely forced me to bring my "A" game to the table. Many or most of these same amazing artists can also be found on Monday evenings at VAL'S TAVERN in Rumson NJ as CAROL BARBIERI and COOK SMITH host an open mic. there as well.

Wednesday evening, I accompanied ROCK ON RADIO alumni ASTRONAUT JONES and this Sunday's guest DALE LAKATA, as they performed at the "Singer/Songwriter Acoustic Showcase" at Katmandu. Always a pleasure to jam with these two fine artist, the evening went very smooth as LANCE REICHERT put on yet another great showcase. Lance even joined SHAUN RUYMEN on stage during his set and added some very tasteful lead guitar to RUYMEN'S always fantastic music.

So, if possible, please come on out this Sunday to support a great cause as well as original artists/music....and as always....ROCK ON!

Torchy's Troubadours

Torchy Blaine, one time radio personality and a large supporter of Indie music and musicians needs your help.

Torchy has been stricken with Lyme disease. Sadly, it has affected her in such an adverse way; that daily life has become very difficult.

The music community has pulled together, and along with her good friend KATHY FALCEY (www.tunes2ya.com) has organized a series of fundraising events to help combat this dreadful ailment.

The next event, an all ages effort, will be held at 3pm est. on 6/19 at BREWSTERS BAR and BOWLING ALLEY in Bradley Beach NJ. A suggested donation of $10 is all you need to get in. There will be raffles as well as a fantastic line-up of entertainment featuring the following performers:

5:30-6pm - JOE THOMPSON
6-7pm - THE GREG POVO BAND
7-8pm - KIM YARSON & THE VOLUNTEERS
8-8:30pm - KELLY CARVIN
8:30-9pm - TORCHY BLAINE WELCOME SPEECH
9-9:30 - JOHHNY LISCO DUO
9:30-10pm - CHRISTIAN BEACH DUO
10-10:30pm - CHUCK SCHAEFFER
10:30-11pm - MICHAEL PATRICK DUO
11pm - Close the night with an OPEN JAM of the participants

As you can see, there are several former as well as upcoming ROCK ON RADIO guests on this bill who are donating their time and effort to this worthy cause. I myself, along with AGENCY bassist MIKE THOMPSON will be playing as two of KIM YARSON's VOLUNTEERS at this show.

All proceeds and donations will go to the TURN THE CORNER LYME DISEASE FOUNDATION. They may be found at www.turnthecorner.org . Any other information can be located, either at Kathy Falcey's aforementioned website, or by going to www.torchystroubadours.org .

I truly hope to see as many of you there as possible....and as always....ROCK ON!

Hamilton Radio

Did you know that there's a great Internet radio outlet that's located in Hamilton Township NJ??

An outlet that features oldies, classic rock, country, soft rock and of course carries ROCK ON RADIO live every Sunday night at 10pm est. all in a family friendly format....well, that outlet is www.hamiltonradio.net .

Owner/station manager "Doc G" has assembled some of the finest quality programming on any radio station of any variety; which is why Hamilton Radio has a loyal listener ship that averages over 75,000 per day. A veteran of terrestrial radio, Doc G knows the trials and tribulations of the industry. In Hamilton Radio, he has listened to his fan base and gives them the variety that so many desperately want.

A huge supporter of local and national busines; Hamilton Radio thrives on being an integral part of the Hamilton community as well as it's world wide audience. On the station's website, one can find ads. from small and large business alike.

Doc G is also an avid supporter of my ROCK ON RADIO program as well as many of the unsigned original Indie artists that I've featured on my show. He airs the show live on Sundays, then re-airs it again on Tuesdays and Saturdays. He also features many of my past guests in his regular broadcast rotation.

This station has it all; great "B" sides, featured shows, and variety like never before heard...all just one click of your mouse away. It's a fantastic site to have on during your work day, or while sitting at home on-line.

Word on the street is that this incredible station is headed for your radio dial as well. I'm told that plans are in the works to make Hamilton Radio Hamilton Township's first FM station. Hopefully, these plans come to fruition; it's my opinion that it can't be soon enough.

So, do yourself a favor; go to www.hamiltonradio.net and give a listen. You may never go back to listening to another station again.

ROCK ON!

This Sunday LIVE at 10pm est...MIDNITE SAGES

My guests this Sunday evening on ROCK ON RADIO are veteran rockers from Toms River NJ..the MIDNITE SAGES!

Born from the ashes of two Jersey Shore area bands, these guys will be participants in the revamped JAMFEST 4; which is being held on June 26th in Lakewood NJ at the LOCAL SHACK!

For more info. on JAMFEST 4 which will be featuring many great area acoustic acts; contact http://www.localshack.biz/ or localshack@aol.com.

Catch MIDNITE SAGES at 10pm est this Sunday LIVE on ROCK ON RADIO!

Turn on...Tune in....and.....ROCK ON!

CAROL BARBIERI

Last week my guest on ROCK ON RADIO was CAROL BARBIERI of Atlantic Highlands NJ. Please check out an article that I wrote about her, her music, her tireless advocacy for adoption rights, and her freelance writing career at http://www.chorusandverse.com/

This Sunday 6/6, my guest on ROCK ON RADIO will be the MIDNITE SAGES.

Turn on Tune in and ROCK ON!

Never too old to Rock 'n' Roll

"Yo, you can't hang dude! You need to be in a wedding band." This was the quote of one of my co-workers circa. 1997. Well, here it is thirteen years later; and now I'm even older, yet still managing to "hang."

I'm not sure which I relish more, the fact that I've proven him wrong, or that I'm still able to play with the same drive and desire that I had 30+ years ago. Fortunately for me, since the inception of ROCK ON RADIO, I've come in contact with many incredibly talented people. Meeting and networking at open mics. and showcase events has afforded me the opportunity to reconnect with my one true form of enjoyment....music. I've begun playing my drums in earnest once again; doing kit work in the recording studio, percussion for various artists, and I somehow have even managed to get myself back into an amazing band situation.

I can honestly say that I'm enjoying being a musician again. I look forward to the late nights, the atmosphere, the smiles of the crowd as well as being part of a "community" of players who all support and feed off of one another.

I write this piece because I often think about the younger musiscians whom I come across; those who have young families, or jobs that curtail their efforts to play. I often look back on the days when my kids were small, remembering how, for a period of ten years my drums sat collecting dust as they were rarely used. I made the mistake of not following my dreams and desires. I remember thinking, "I'm a family man now, can't be hanging in bars 'til all hours and playing." These are ten years of my life that I'll never get back. Now, as we all know, hindsight is always 20/20. I don't regret putting my musical aspirations on hold; but looking back, I wouldn't do it again. I would attempt to find a balance, a happy medium of sorts.

So here I am many years later, and I've found myself. My kids are teenagers, they are totally self sufficient and independent. I even include them now in my gigs, my radio program and whenever I can do so. They are my fan base, my roadies, and my best/worst critics. It's funny how it all comes full circle.

So for those of you who think that you may be too old to Rock 'n' Roll....I say never! Just like Bob Seger sang "So come back baby, 'cuz Rock 'n' Roll never forgets." To my former co-worker I say..."Hey! Look at me, I'm still hanging!"

ROCK ON!

CAFE IMPROV in Princeton NJ

This past Saturday evening, I was lucky enough to have my good buddy Anthony "FAST ANT" Canulli ask me to accompany him on stage at CAFE IMPROV.

For those of you that are not familiar with this venue; you need to be...and soon. Every fourth Saturday of each month, John Irving and his fine crew put on a televised program from the Paul Robeson Center (located at 102 Witherspoon St.) that is unique and very entertaining.

Upon my arrival, I was interested to see a poetry reading taking place. I was a bit taken aback by the prop (an inflatable mallet), but I stuck it out and was glad that I wasn't the intended recipient of the message. That being said, the amazing JO WYMER was next on stage. Jo wowed the audience with a mixture of soulful blues and jazzy type numbers that drew great applause.

Now I'm going to confess, I was a bit contemplative; at one point I leaned over to Anthony and asked if the theater was going to be able to handle us? Up until this point, with the JO WYMER exception, things were kind of mellow. Please understand, this was not a poor quality show by any stretch...just very different. The quality of all of the performers was first rate, as I found out later in the evening. I was just curious as to whether or not we would "fit in."

"FAST ANT" hit the stage opening up with an original instrumental which "led" into his version of the Zeppelin classic "Black Dog." Next, he called me up on stage to do several more of his originals; all of which were straight forward rockers.

These tunes seemed to ignite the crowd as well as the emcee Tom Florek. "Putting the Improv in Cafe Improv," he took the stage and invited two sax players and three female vocalists up as he jumped behind the piano. I believe the exact quote was "Anthony play something"... so we ripped into a rockin' version of "Gloria." This got the crowd up and into things, and also prompted JO WYMER and JERRY PASSION to come on up as well. This got the party started and we rocked out next with Lou Reed's "Take A Walk On The Wild Side" and ended the night with Stevie Wonders "Superstition."

The sax players were amazingly talented, the vocals of JO WYMER and her three female accomplices were Top-Notch and over all it was a great night of ROCK 'N' ROLL.

Check out CAFE IMPROVE at http://www.cafeimprov.com/

Indie Night Acoustic Showcase at Katmandu

Where can you find some of the tri-state area's most amazing talent? Well, for starters, try Wednesday evenings beginning at 7pm est. on the banks of the Delaware River at Trenton's own KATMANDU.

LANCE REICHERT does a simply phenomenal job of assembling some of the finest musicians to ever grace a stage. The talent pool runs deep and Lance has the uncanny ability to catch the best of the best!

The "Indie Singer/Songwriter Acoustic Showcase" is also a networking event for musicians, promoters, PR people, and those who just want to hear incredible music and/or get to know some of their favorite Indie artists better.

Beginning June 9th and almost every Wednesday evening thereafter; the showcase will take place (weather permitting) outside on the spacious deck at "The Kat." The deck offers two stages, a great view of the river, and a fantastic atmosphere to listen to the music of up to fifteen different artists. There are drink specials, an open kitchen and plenty of available seating that all adds to the enjoyment of the showcase.

Fast becoming one of the area's premier music events; this showcase has a little something for everyone. There are acts that are young, old and somewhere inbetween; in short, there's a great chance that no matter who you are, or what your age bracket, you WILL find something that suits your listening pleasure. The weekly bill is filled with multiple acts, however there is only one "featured act" per show. Recent featured acts have been KEITH MONACCHIO and SHAUN RUYMEN to name just two. Local performers who attend are KELLY CARVIN, PETE NAGY, FAST ANT and also 15 keys to name a few. Some not so local include ASTRONAUT JONES, LAURA CRISCI, PATTY BLEE, NORMAN TAYLOR, JO WYMER, and DALE LAKATA. Once on stage, each performer gets a 3-4 song set, depending on how many artist are on the bill that evening. This short set list ensures that every performer is using the best of their best material.

I can honestly say that I have never been to one of these events and walked away disappointed at the quality of the entertainment. I can't say enough good things about the job that Lance does here week in and week out. This showcase requires much effort and energy and he handles it with TOP NOTCH ability! Please check out the website at www.qbdigital.com/indie/events.htm for a complete line-up of upcoming shows. There is also a you tube site at www.youtube/user/katmanduacoustic where you can see all of the recent artists performances. Look closely, that guy doing percussion on several of them may look familiar to you....

Check out the "INDIE NIGHT ACOUSTIC SHOWCASE" at Katmandu and ROCK ON!