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Kimberly Amato:
LI Author Releases Second Thriller
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Thriller fans, this one is for you: The Long Island-based author and actress Kimberly Amato recently released the second book in her action series, this one entitled Melting Steele; the book follows up her earlier best-seller, Steele Resolve, both of which detail the exploits of her character, Detective Jasmine Steele. Both books are available via Amazon.com. Amato, a Hicksville native, has drawn from a diverse creative background in her career in writing. As a psychology major at Hofstra, she pursued small theater productions in her free time as she pursued her BA. She eventually went on to earn her MA in Forensic Psychology from John Jay College of Criminal Justice, which would prove vital to her unique perspective on the crime and mystery genres in her later career with the “Steele” series. To learn more: kimberlyamato.com.
Making ‘Profits’ At CAC:
Letterman Writer’s New Production
"Everything's Coming Up Profits: The Film Show," a look at the little-known world of internal corporate musical propaganda and a one-night-only show, is Sunday, July 26 at 7:30 pm at Cinema Arts Centre in Huntington; tickets are $12. Author Steve Young – a former wrtier for both of David Letterman's late night shows – hosts a humorous evening of startling entertainment featuring lost gems such as GE's "Silicones, Silicones" and American-Standard's "My Bathroom." The show is an outgrowth of Everything's Coming Up Profits: The Golden Age Of The Industrial Musical, the book co-authored by Young. The concept for this show came while Young gathered material for the "Dave's
Record Collection" segment on the Letterman show. Twenty years and one book later, Young owns hundreds of scarce records, and has met and interviewed many veterans of the industrial musical scene. For more information, visit industrialmusicals.com.
Hot? Time To Get Wet:
Splish Splash This Summer
One of the east coast's most popular summer destination spots remains Splish Splash, now celebrating its 25th year as a water park in Calverton. The aptly named Splish Splash offers 96 acres of family themed activities. This year's array of “rides and slides” includes such attractions as Alien Invasion, Abyss, and a unique water coaster, Bootlegger's Run. It's not all for the daring: For the more mild riders and those seeking a relaxing experience, the wave pools, rivers, and pools areperfect places to stay cool. Children's areas include Elephant Slide, Octopus Pool, Monsoon Lagoon, and Pirates Cove. Discount offers for reduced Splish Splash admissions are now avaiable at Long Island area McDonald's locations. For more information: splishsplash.com.
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The Kiwanis Club of Southampton Town will host its annual fundraising carnival from Thursday, July 19 through Sunday, July 19, and Wednesday, July 22 through Saturday, July 25 at 1995 Montauk Highway in Bridgehampton. For event times and information, write to milliefellingham @southhamptonkiwanisclub.org. Free $5 off coupons are available at The Southampton Chamber of Commerce, located at 76 Main Street in Southampton Village, or at Fellingham’s Restaurant, 17 Cameron Street in Southampton Village. This annual event offers old-fashioned carnival-style amusements. Monies raised benefit the general fund to support children's groups and organizations.
The 10th Annual Long Island Comedy Festival
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The Biggest Events At Area Performing Arts Centers & Theaters
Madison Theatre, Molloy College, Rockville Centre July 18 at 8 PM • madisontheatreny.org (516) 678-5000 The return of the LICF to this beautiful RVC theater provides the group’s most ardent fans with a punny and packed lineup of wacko stars who have appeared both locally and nationally, including Scott Schendlinger, Moody McCarthy, Rich Walker (pictured), Sherry Davey, and Rob Falcone, as always hosted by your genial emcee, Paul Anthony. After 10 years, there’s an obvious fact that mirth mavens know well: This annual summer tour is the best bang for your comedy dollar.
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La Vie En Rose – Music from France Flushing Town Hall July 26 at 2 PM • (718) 463-7700 flushingtownhall.org Yet another free Sunday concert at FTH: French chanteuse Violette and her musical ensemble, La Vie En Rose, perform a blend of French chanson, swing, American standards, and jazz/pop compositions. Bring your dancing shoes – a dance lesson precedes the concert at 1 pm; if it's good weather, the show will be performed in the garden area.
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This concert tour is dubbed “I’m Back,” and for the best of reasons: Following a liver transplant, this blues guitarist feels strong enough to resume his career of 50-plus years. "The last year has been one where the blues truly came calling, and I came face to face with death more than once,” said Trout, later adding: “My wife moved me to Nebraska to improve my chances of getting a life-saving liver transplant ... The future looks great!”
Big-Time Fun In The Borough Photo: Night stars by Dwight Tracy; LIC by The Editor93 (Creative Commons); Park In the Park courtesy New York Mets
Explore The Night Skies At Alley Pond The next event in the “Star Searchers” program at Alley Pond Environmental Center in Douglaston, “Exploring The July Night Sky,” takes place Saturday, July 18 at 8 pm. Fee is $15; learn more at alleypond.com. Professor and astronomer Mark Freilich will teach this astronomy program; participants are welcome to bring their own telescopes and binoculars. Although this is an adult workshop, children aged 9 and up are welcome to register as long as they are accompanied by a participating adult.
'Made In L.I.C.': The Importance Of Queens Factories
“Made In L.I.C.” is a unique exhibit oprn through August 1 at The Falchi Historic Building, located at 31-00 47th Avenue in Long Island City; for more information: verticalurbanfactory.org. Presented by Vertical Urban Factory, this is an independent project and traveling Park In The Park: Dog Daze At Citi Field exhibition (curated by architectural histoThe next “Park In The Park” day that allows New York Mets rian and critic Nina Rappaport) that fans to bring their best friends onto the field at a Major League explores historic and contemporary Baseball event at Citi Field is Friday, July 24 before the Mets' game versus The Los Angeles Dodgers. Tickets and info are at concepts for the design, structure, mechanization, and economics of multi-storied mets.com; make plans early, as these special nights usually factories, and their relationship to the sell out. Park In The Park is a benefit event; the entire profits urban environment. “Made in L.I.C.” is from the dogs’ tickets and a portion of the “human” tickets will benefit Long Island's North Shore Animal League an exhibition highlighting 15 factories in America in Port Washington. Long Island City, and details how products are manufactured in these facilities. 4 • Good Times Magazine - July 14 - 27, 2015
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The Fab Faux Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center July 18 at 7:30 and 10 PM (631) 288-1500 whbpac.org
We could go on an on with our praise for this amazing concept, but we'll simply tell you this: World-class musicians Jimmy Vivino, Will Lee, Rich Pagano, Frank Agnello, and Jack Petruzzelli perform the music of The Beatles – and without the corn and kitsch of a typical tribute band. Call it a musical admiration society for grown-ups with soul.
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Smithown Center For The Performing Arts July 17 at 8 PM smithtownpac.org (631 )724-3700
Bravura Soprani Landmark on Main Street, Port Washington July 22 at 2 PM landmarkonmainstreet.org (516) 767-6444 Bravura Soprani – translated, “dazzling sopranos” – features singers Jennifer Lynde (above) and Elizabeth Francesco, offering an afternoon of popular songs spanning opera, sacred music, and musical theater with works by Puccini, Bellini, Schubert, Lerner & Loewe, and Rodgers & Hammerstein.
Here’s rock tribute act with a twist – or a double twist, if you prefer: Jeff Brewer plays and sings as Billy Joel, while Jeff Scott performs as Elton John in a show that's been appearing for more than a decade throughout the country. It’s like a virtual AM radio frozen yogurt stand – two flavors in one spout, as it were.
Easily one of the hottest country music performers of the moment is Kacey Musgraves, who will make her debut headlining performance on Saturday, July 18 at 8 pm at The Paramount in Huntington. There will be a “Founder’s Room” after-party for this event; for info and tickets: paramountny.com. Musgraves has been lauded by virtually every publication on the planet for her highly personal and truly rocking country sounds; she’s on tour in support of her just-released album, Pageant Material – a topic that apparently strikes quite close to home for this Texas beauty. Two decades ago — long before Same Trailer Different Park turned her into a Grammy-winning country star with
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sold-out tours and Top 10 hits — Musgraves participated in her first (and only) beauty pageant. “My hometown is pretty famous for its sweet potatoes,” she says, “and every year, they hold the Golden Sweet Potato Festival. They crown a Sweet Potato Queen and a Little Miss Tater Tot for little girls. I only
competed for Little Miss Tater Tot once, when I was about three, and lost miserably to a girl in a sparklier dress.” The pageant world, with its fake smiles and sky-high hairdos, wasn’t the best match for Musgraves. She was more interested in songwriting, finishing her first tune at 9 years old and learning her first instrument,
the mandolin, as a preteen. Years later, though, the peculiarities of daily life in a small town — along with the places she’s visited (and people she’s met) since moving away — are back on her mind. It’s been years since Musgraves lived in Golden, Texas, her childhood home of roughly 600 people, but the whirlwind that followed Same Trailer Different Park — a debut album that topped the country charts, took home two Grammy Awards (including Country Album of the Year) and sent Musgraves halfway across the world on tour — made her think hard about where she came from. Pageant Material, her second album, pays tribute to those Bible Belt roots, shining a light on a hometown girl who’s grown up, expanded her worldview and done a lot of livin’ since skipping town. It’s an album about where she’s from and where she’s going, full of autobiographical details that are humorous and heartwarming.
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SportsBeat Steven Matz
Only time will tell whether Latvian center Kristaps Porzingis, selected by the New York Knicks at the NBA Draft, will become a postivie factor for the team. Unfortunately, the Knicks had the fourth pick in a draft which appeared to have only three almost-certain-to-have high impact players: University of Kentucky center/forward KarlAnthony Towns, Duke center Jahlil Okafor, and Ohio State guard D’Angelo Russell.
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oerster's Fine Finale: Rob Foerster of East Meadow received the type of birthday present that most serious bowlers would enjoy: a cool $1,000 for winning the Long Island Generations Bowling Tour's (LIBGT) Friday, June 19 event at AMF Wantagh Lanes. Foerster captured his third LIGBT title when he defeated second-place finisher Sam Cooke of Patchogue ($500) to win the title with a 12-pin margin. A game Damilyn LaCarruba of Lindenhurst finished third, worth $300, while Ronkonkoma's Joe Kingston earned a fourth-place award of $250. The AMF Wantagh tournament drew 104 entries, advanced 19 bowlers to the finals, and paid out $3,920 plus two Brunswick bowling balls. High series of the tournament was shot by Bobby Wunsch of East Meadow with an 873 in the 7 pm squad. Also recently: Ferrill McNeill won the $2,000 LIGBT champion’s purse at the July 4 major weekend at AMF Babylon Lanes. The LIGBT rolls on with its summer tour6 • Good Times Magazine - July 14 - 27, 2015
Knicks president Phil Jackson knew that he was behind the proverbial eight-ball even before Thursday’s proceedings, because he had no luck in last month’s draft lottery that determined order of teams picking players. The ping-pong balls worked against the Knicks, who in the old days would have had the second pick based on their putrid 17-65 record. Jackson decided to roll the dice by selecting Porzingis, 19, who has played professionally in Seville, Spain and has reminded many of a young Dirk Nowitzki. The Knicks fans at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, site of the Draft, lustily booed the selection. Porzingis, who speaks better English than a lot of Americans, displayed poise by taking it all in stride. He told the media that he understood that NBA fans were far more familiar with college hoops stars thanks to American television than they were with European pros. The big concern for fans is whether the rail-thin Porzingis is ready to be a major contributor to the Knicks. The media had a field day with the pick, because apparently superstar Carmelo Anthony has his doubts about Porzingis’ ability to improve the Knicks immediately. “Melo” may be right, but given the current state of the Knicks it would be absurd to expect the team to be a serious contender for an NBA title next season. Jackson can breathe a sigh of relief in knowing that a longtime habitue of Madison Square Garden’s “celebrity row,” actor Steve Schirripa (who played Bobby Baccala on HBO’s “The Sopranos” and recently launched his own line of pasta sauces, “Uncle Steve’s”) is impressed with Porzingis’s height and talent. It’s always a smart idea to please a cast member of “The Sopranos!” Although he knew little about baseball, Kristaps
Boow B wll eerrss & & LLeeaagg uueess:: SSuubbm mii tt SSccoorreess At gtmag @opt online.net nament schedule; for results and upcoming dates and venues, log to ligbtour.com. Bob Olsen of the LIBGT is also hosting a series of summer house shot tournaments throughout the area; the next event is July 19 at 8 pm at Massapequa Bowl. Log on to the website for more information. Sum-sum-sumsummertime: And the rolling continues on with 12-week leagues throughout the region. Scores from Herrill Lanes in New Hyde Park: Survivor League: Ryan Lahey 276; Irwin Bergman 299; Arthur O'Connor 279; Maureen Keating 278. Sunday Doubles: Vinnie Cosenza shot 276, 246, and 299 for a remarkable 821 series. Three-Man Classic: Frankie Calca 300; Tommy Calca 719 series; Gregg De Angelo 715 series; Jackie Delawski 706 series; Bill Delawski 709 series. More high scores in our next edition. Send in your league scores from anywhere in Long Island and Queens to the address at the top of the column. We'll note all men's (275 and above and significant series), and women and youth bowlers' (200 and above and significant
gamely through out the ceremonial first pitch at Citi Field the day after he was drafted, and displayed good form. New York Mets manager Terry Collins admitted to the media just before the start of the Cinncinati Reds versus Mets series two weeks ago that the team can’t manufacture runs easily because they can’t bunt, can’t execute hit-and-run plays, and have no speed. He said that the Mets offense is
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built on power. Granted, injuries have sapped a lot of that power, but even when healthy the Mets are a far cry from the 1927 Yankees. Clearly, Collins was being sarcastic, and is understandably unhappy with the lineup that general manager Sandy Alderson has assembled. Collins might have wanted to use rookie pitcher Steven Matz – who made his Major League debut beating the Cincinnati Reds 6-2 – in the field on days when he was not pitching. Matz went 3 for 3 while driving in four runs at the plate before the most raucous crowd seen at Citi Field this season. Matz grew up in Stony Brook and attended Ward Melville High School. Based on the returns from Matz’ first start, the Mets might
By Bob Smith series) high scores. Leagues and centers: We are happy to print summer league scores. Youth Bowling Champions: Jake Klainberg and Brandon Soedarmasto were crowned champions at the LIYBT's 22nd annual Invitational Tournament on June 7 at AMF Farmingdale Lanes, where a field of 59 bowlers competed for more than $3,300 in scholarships. The LIYBT awarded a total of $20,447 in scholarships to 93 of 317 bowlers this season in 18 events. The top scholarship leaders were Brandon Soedarmasto $2,352, Adam Zimmerman $1,373, Nick Caruana $1,161, Pierce Field $1,089, and Anthony Naujokas $929. Results from Farmingdale: Scholarship winner, handicap division: Jake Klainberg $500, Justin DiMaggio $250 (pictured at top left), Jonathan Zaoutis $150, Michael Mirabile $125, Daniel Katz $100. Scratch division: Brandon Soedarmasto $1,000, Nick Caruana $500 (pictured upper right), Adam Zimmerman $250, Mackenzie Wagner $125, Pierce Field $100, Meghan Wing $75, Kristina Genova $75. Eliminator: Round 1: Doug Panelli $27, Nick Caruana $18, Pierce Field $10. Round 2: Skylar McGarrity $27, Brandon Soedarmasto $18, Meghan Wing $10. For information on upcoming summer and fall LIYBT events: liybtbowling.com.
Photos: Youth winners courtesy LIYBT; Rob Foerster courtesy LIGBT
By Lloyd Carroll Photos: Steven Matz by Bob Smith; Jahlil Okafor by Tony The Tiger (Commons); Steve Schrripa courtesy Steinlight Media, LLC; Kristaps Porzingis by Jim Dombrowski
forward Rondae Hollis-Jefferson the best defensive player from this year’s college class. Rondae grew up in Chester, Pennsylvania, just south of Philadelphia. He has a quick wit and should bring much-needed life to the quiet Nets locker room. Rondae’s teammate from Arizona, forward Stanley Johnson, was selected by the Detroit Pistons, and certainly matches him when it comes to personality. I asked Johnson if he would buy a car from one of the “Big Three” auto makers since he’s now in Detroit: “Oh yeah! I love the Dodge Challenger. I can’t wait to get Steve Schirripa one!” I then asked him if he had an endorsement deal with Chrysler. have had a Jeremy Lin-like sensation on their hands “No, but I am hoping to get one now!” he replied. ... had the pitcher not suffered a torn muscle that D’Angelo is not a common first name, so I asked will keep him out of action for a spell. Ohio State guard D’Angelo Russell, selected by the Brooklyn Nets general manager Billy King Los Angeles Lakers with the second pick of the deserves credit for trading center Mason Plumlee to Draft, if he had ever crossed paths with his St. the Portland Trail Blazers in return for University of John’s University counterpart, D’Angelo Harrison. Arizona forward Rondae Hollis-Jefferson, who “I never heard of him,” Russell quickly replied. Portland drafted in the first round. Plumlee arrived Apparently, neither did NBA team executives as with a lot of fanfare from Duke University as the Harrison’s name was not called – although his Red Nets’ first-round pick in 2013; the team tried hard Storm teammate, Sir’ Dominic Pointer, was selected to make him the face of their franchise at last February’s All-Star Game Weekend, even though he by the Cleveland Cavaliers near the end of the second round. had done little to earn that kind of accolade. Neither Jahlil Okafor nor Justise Winslow, who Whenever Plumlee was asked to spell center Brook both left Duke after their freshman years where the Lopez for a few minutes, the Nets’ offense would Blue Devils won yet another NCAA hoops title, cease scoring and the opposing team would run off could explain to me why a college that is often points at will during their possessions. referred to as the “Harvard of the South“ is so Many scouts called University of Arizona obsessed with winning basketball titles with
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players who have no interest in spending more than one year there. You have to be at least 19 to play in the NBA, and that accounts for why so many players drop out of college after their first year in higher education.
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Mighty, Mighty Bosstones. Also appearing are The Green and “tour- Christina Perri a-holics” in Long Island’s Oogee Wawa. Nine additional artists will be performing on an additional three stages throughout the evening. Saturday sticks to its traditional “roots/jam” day, presenting more than 18 performers; headliners are progressive “post-rock and electronic dance jammers” Lotus. Also on the bill: The Chris Robinson Brotherhood, the horn-driven Sister Sparrow & The Dirty Birds, Twiddle, and more. Sunday, as always, is “Classic Legends Day,” to feature the return of Electric Hot Tuna as well as a celebration of the 50th anniversary of Jefferson Airplane. Also on the bill are former Foreigner lead singer Lou Gramm; New Riders Of The Purple Sage; and area favorites The Zen Tricksters. As always, Sister Sparrow & emerging and The Dirty Birds local artists will also Miles To Dayton perform throughout this event; on the bill are Miles To Dayton, Heavy Duty Super Ego, The Bohemians, Butchers Blind, Youth Be Told, Two Cent Sam, Funkin’ A, Katie Pearlman, Memphis Crawl, Cassandra House, Soundswell, and a host of other regional and local artists; log on to the website for a complete schedule. Children are never Baiting Hollow Farm Horse Rescue will be the hosts of an evening of left out of the GSB, and high stakes tournament poker at “The Mane Event 2015” on July 17 at this year brings a The Jewel in Melville, where one tournament player will win a seat special treat: Laurie valued at $10,000 to compete in the 2016 World Series of Poker® Main Berkner, the kids’ super- Event in Glitter City – the most famous contest in poker – and have a Photo: Sister Sparrow & The Dirty Birds by Bob Smith
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he ninth annual Great South Bay Music Festival returns on July 16 through 19 with its most diverse lineup to date at Shorefront Park in Patchogue Village. For more information and advance tickets, log on to greatsouthbaymusicfestival.com, or call James Faith Entertainment at (631) 331-0808. This year’s Festival features more than 60 performers in the classic and contemporary rock, pop, jam band, folk, jazz, blues, country, and funk genres on four stages, including the popular KidZone Children’s Tent and Stage. Thursday, July 16 will kick off the Fest with two-time Grammy award winning singer/ songwriter Colbie Caillat and four-time platinum recording artist Christina Perri co-headlining the Cassandra “Girls Night Out, Boys House Can Come, Too Tour” – one that’s been augmented with the presence of the red-hot Rachel Platten, whose “Fight Song” is becoming one of the anthems of summer 2015. Both Caillat and Perry are known for expressing positive messages in their music and videos; as such, $1 will be added to each ticket to go towards their favorite charities: star; she and her band GiveWell and Musicares. will perform on Sunday, 311 will bring its mix of rock, reggae, funk, and July 19 at noon. hip hop to the Festival when it headlines on Friday, July 17. 311 has sold more than nine million albums and has developed a massive grassroots following. Supporting are good friends of the band and “Ska-Core-punk” The Chris progenitors The Robinson Brotherhood
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chance to win $10 million. According to organizers, this fundraising event will achieve the excitement and sophistication of a high roller affair. Even if you’re not playing in the Tournament, it’s a safe bet you’ll have a great time as you experience
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the action as it unfolds live at The Mane Event on a special Jumbotron screen. Those taking part can bid for luxury items in a silent acution, and enjoy live entertainment by The Frankel Sisters as well as gourmet food. A professional emcee will be hand, calling the shots as they happen. Those attending can cheer on their friends, family, and colleagues as they compete to play at the final table. Here’s the best part: All proceeds from this event support Baiting Hollow Farm Horse Rescue’s efforts to save horses. Seating is limited; to get in on the action, log on to bhfhorserescue.org or contact Baiting Hollow Farm Horse Rescue at (631) 574-9667. Those attending must be be 21 years of age. Want to become a Mane Event sponsor? Sponsoring entitles those involved to 10 seats at his or her own table for special business clients, friends, or family. Additional packages are also available.For more information, call (631) 574-9667.
Film Reviews
By Cody Bell
Ted 2
Starring Mark Wahlberg, Amanda Seyfried, Jessica Barth, Morgan Freeman, Dennis Haysbert, Patrick Warburton, Michael Dorn Directed by Seth MacFarlane Universal
“Newlywed couple Ted and Tami-Lynn want to have a baby, but in order to qualify to be a parent, Ted will have to prove he's a person in a court of law.” – Universal Pictures' plot synopsis for Ted 2
Don't blame Hollywood – blame yourselves, America. There are so many terrible things that audiences have not only accepted but made bonafide hits out of during the past 50 years that make that eternal question, What were we thinking?, seems woefully inadequate. From the “Batman” TV series to “Gilligan's Island” to Zager & Evans and The Cowsills all the way to “The Real Housewives Of Beverly Hills” and “The Jerry Springer Show” to Nicki Minaj and Nickelback, North America has a lot to apologize to the rest of the world for … those things, of course, as well as not one but two “comedy films” featuring a talking stuffed bear. If anyone's counting, the wildly overrated Seth McFarlane shouldn't be allowed anywhere near a film lens ever again; apparently, the flops of TV's “Dads” and his horrific last feature, A Million Ways To Die In the West, haven't been enough to prompt studios such as Universal to shut off the green The Stony Brook Film Festival is celebrating 20 years this summer, and the organizers of this popular summer movie tradition been proud to showcase many films with actors who have gone on to successful careers, including Jeremy Renner, Kristen Stewart, Virginia Madsen, Elle Fanning, and more. Screened in Staller Center's Main Stage Theatre at Stony Brook University, the 20th annual Stony Brook Film Festival promises to entertain, enlighten, and challenge. An international selection of new independent features, documentaries, and shorts will be shown throughout 10 evenings, from Thursday, July 16 through Saturday, July 25, with many premieres in the mix. Programming for the Festival has followed a popular format over the years, pairing short films with features. The schedule of films is avaiable at stonybrookfilmfestival.com, where $85 film festival
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passes, good for all films, are on sale, along with $25 tickets for each of the receptions held on opening and closing night. Individual movie tickets will be sold subject to availability beginning Monday, July 6; $225 Gold Passes are available (which include reserved seating in the Filmmakers’ section) as well as opening and closing night party tickets. Single tickets to films are $10 general admission, $8 for senior citizens, and $5 for students at stonybrookfilmfestival.com,
light; all that “Family Guy” cred can't last forever if this low level of quality keeps up. And make no mistake – Ted 2 has no reason to exist other than to prove people will buy anything, even at $12 a clip backed by an $8 popcorn-and-soda “special.” If you at least saw TV ads for the original Ted film, you know that a stuffed bear come to life is a foul-mouthed, rude, vicious, mean-spirited, slovenly creep. Since these qualities aren't considered positive attributes for people, why are they considered “funny” because they come from a toy? And if you come to see Ted 2, expect a lot of cum; there are more semen and masturbation jokes in this film than offered in any media since the July 2012 issue of Hustler. That seems to be the level of audience this film strives for – or perhaps it's the
11-year-old that yells “pee pee!” and laughs hysterically at his own cleverness. Either way, this movie is the cinematic equivalent of Hungry Hungry Hippos, which that same slob kid managed to smash into pieces the first time he played with it. The worst part of all this is that the cast does what it can; none of the performances can be designated as faulty. Mark Wahlberg as John is about as likable as he's ever been; Jessica Barth as Ted's “wife,” Tami-Lynn, is as capable at comedy as she is beautiful. Amanda Seyfried is neither good nor bad as a perpetually stoned family counselor; there are great cameos from Liam Neeson and Morgan Freeman, among about a dozen others. Trust us: Any laughs you find here don't come from that annoying, oversized plush toy. Photo: This Isn’t Funny by Peter Borosh
film Mommy Is At The Hairdresser’s, a feature at Stony Brook in 2012. Both films were directed by Léa Pool. American Independent features include the romantic comedy This Isn’t Funny starring Paul Ashton and Katie Page, who are the scriptwriters and co-producers. Ashton directed this story about a standup comedienne coping with an anxiety disorder. The feature film Jackie & Ryan stars Katherine Heigl and Ben Barnes and directed by Ami Canaan Mann, who was inspired by street musicians she met in Austin, Texas at South by Southwest Festival. Jackie & Ryan centers in the mountains of Ogden, Utah, where a musician and train hopper meets a former singer at a crossroads in her life. Wildike, written and directed by Frank Hall Green, stars Ella Purnell as a troubled teenager who is sent to live with her uncle in Alaska. Bruce Greenwood (Star Trek, Mad Men) and Brian Gerahty (The Hurt Locker) also star. Christine Vachon, film professor at Stony Brook Southampton’s MFA in Film program, is among the producers of Wildike, along with her company Killer Films.
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or by calling (631) 632-ARTS Katherine Heigl: [2787] starting July 6. Jackie & Ryan Alan Inkles, founder and director of The Stony Brook Film Festival and a director of Staller Center, noted: “Over 10 days, Festival audiences will be transported to Germany, the Netherlands, Israel, Mexico, Greece, Egypt, France, Canada, Iran, Belgium, England, Morocco, and Algeria. And we have more American films than ever this year. Dramas, comedies and documentaries will be shown on our huge screen and many of the directors, cast and crew will attend for Q&A's following the films.” Among this year’s highlights: Closing night screens The Passion of Augustine, a film from French Canada about a small convent school that has become a musical treasure. Mother Augustine is played by Céline Bonnier, who starred in the
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Tuesday, July 14
Nassau Open Mic hosted by Mike Dorio Jack Halyards American Bar & Grill (Oyster Bay) Acoustic Open Mic hosted by Dianne, Larry & Joe P.J. Harper's (Valley Stream) JDL Paddy's Loft (Massapequa) Jazz Jam Session Walk Street Tavern (New Hyde Park) Bill Maier & The Campire All-Stars / Renee Wahl / Tommy Tietjen K.J. Farrell's (Bellmore) Whiskey Road/ DJ Cowboy Ben-E The Nutty Irishman (Farmingdale) Body & Soul Puglia's (Garden City) DJ Tommy Nappi Hudson's On The Mile (Freeport) The Mystic MaliBlue (Lido Beach) Dean Karahalis & The Concert Pops Of Long Island With Guest Vocalist Deana Verone John J. Burns Park (Massapequa)
Suffolk Acoustic Open Mic Night hosted by David Jon Paisley 50 Yard Line (West Babylon) Acoustic Open Mic One Main (Babylon) Bobby Dee's Open Mic & Jam Pour House (Holbrook) Tuesday Night Live: George Cintron & Bobby Rondinelli Katie's of Smithtown Open Mic Night hosted by Mike & Mike Nutty Irishman (Bay Shore) The Cogs Singles Open Jam Gator Blue (East Islip) Open Mic with Dan Acosta & DJ Harry-Oke The Thirsty Scholar (Holbrook) Open Mic with Shaun Lally Flanagan's Pub (Ronkonkoma) Open Mic Comiskey Park Bar (Saint James) Soja The Paramount (Huntington) Live Country Music Revolution (Amityville) Lauren Bricker Shandon Court (East Islip) A Tribute To Bob Dylan & The Band Featuring The Complete Unknowns & The HooDoo Loungers / Industry Night With DJ
Your Guide To Local Events & Phoenix Chapter The Stephen Talkhouse (Amagansett) Lauren Kinhan Grasso's (Cold Spring Harbor) Cabaresque Off Key Tikki (Patchogue) NYC/Queens La Vie En Rose / B.B. King Blues Club All-Stars B.B. King's (NYC) The Hot Sardines Bowery Ballroom (NYC)
Wednesday, July 15
Nassau Blues At Sunset: Open Jam With The Sunset Boyz Sunset Grill (Seaford) Tiger Rose (Jerry Garcia Tribute) K.J. Farrell's (Bellmore) Mike Martino R.S. Jones (Merrick) Kane Daily Big Daddy's (Massapequa) DJ Johnny Shine Reel (East Rockaway) Open Mic E.B. Elliot's (Freeport) Open Jam Mickey Malone's (Floral Park) Jerry Costanzo And His Trio Don Lorenzo's Restaurant & Lounge (Glen Cove) Open Mic w/"Big Daddy" John Struck:The Homestead (Oyster Bay) Open Mic w/The Night Owls Band Phat Daddy's (Oceanside) The Mystic Reel (East Rockaway) Open Mic hosted by Robert Sloan Front Street Pub (Massapequa Park) Country Music Originals Night Jetty Bar & Grill (Long Beach) Tommy T. Mudcat Blues Jam w/Mike Nugent and Ian Petillo The Breakers (Bayville) That 70s Band Carlyle At The Race Palace (Plainview) Joe Bayer Band Hudson's (Freeport) Wonderous Stories MaliBlue (Lido Beach) Hall & Oates Nikon at Jones Beach Theater (Wantagh) Suffolk Jam Hosted By Bobby Nathan Bobbique
(Patchogue) The Cogs Singles Open Jam The Stadium (Bohemia) Dolly Spartans Treme (Islip) Live Comedy Village Idiot Pub (Patchogue) Marc Phillip Black & Blue Seafood Chophouse (Huntington) Garet Newman's Jazz Jam East End Republican Club (Sayville) Open Blues/Jazz Jam Park Avenue Studios/Briggs Music (Huntington) Open Jam Night with Jim Kolman The Diamond Club & Sports Bar (Ronkonkoma) Open Mic hosted by Johnny B. Quogue East Pub (East Quogue) Open Mic hosted by Kyle Fitzpatrick BrickHouse Brewery (Patchogue) Weekly Wednesday Vibe Hosted By Freaky Frank / Guest Deejays Zebra Club (Copiague) Acoustic Artist Tom Lily Flanagan's (Babylon) Time & Distance Revolution (Amityville) The Contenders Grey Horse Tavern (Bayport) Penny Lane (Beatles Tribute) Off Key Tikki (Patchogue) Wayne Sabella & Mark Buttice Grasso's (Cold Spring Harbor) Karaoke / Inda Eaton Stephen Talkhouse (Amagansett) Keith Maguire The Oar (Patchogue) Eastbound Freight Port Jefferson Village Center NYC/Queens Bon Journey (Bon Jovi / Journey Tribute) B.B. King's (NYC) The Revivalists Bowery Ballroom (NYC) Foo Fighters Citi Field (Flushing)
Thursday, July 16
Nassau Matisyahu Mulcahy's Pub & Music Hall (Wantagh) Chris Young NYCB Theatre At Westbury Classic Rock & Blues Jam w/Curt Arnel &
Friends Ringside (Hicksville) Karaoke With DJ Dom Blue Parrot (Massapequa) Chris Kenny The Nutty Irishman (Farmingdale) Wild Honey The Lounge At The Space At Westbury Drive Hudson's On The Mile (Freeport) Live Entertainment Hudson's Mill (Massapequa) Open Mic Mr. Beery's (Bethpage) Jazz Night: Marty Phillips/Daryl Pooser/Bill Smith Viana Hotel & Spa (Westbury) Open Mic with Benoir The Hub (Island Park) Jazz & Sushi Night Allegria Hotel (Long Beach) Live Band Karoke / FM (Steely Dan Tribute) K.J. Farrell's (Bellmore) Open Mic Night Spice's Restaurant (Baldwin) Open Mic With Frank Walker Sunset Grill (Seaford) Brian McGeough R.S. Jones (Merrick) Tommy T. Mudcat Blues With Chauncey Nedd & Dorsey McRea Still Partners (Sea Cliff) Salsa Night Holiday Inn (Carle Place) 45 RPM Reel (East Rockaway) Mike & The Outlaws Suite 1828 (Merrick) The Joe Bayer Band MaliBlue (Lido Beach)
Suffolk Ray Anderson & Steve Salerno Tasting Notes Jazz Club at Harmony Vineyards (Head Of The Harbor) David James Bobbique (Patchogue) Loopestra Treme (Islip) Nisen 347 Thursdays Niesen 347 (Saint James) Boundary Lines Revolution (Amityville) Next Level Village Idiot Pub (Patchogue) Toad The Wet Sprocket The Paramount (Huntington) Black & Sparrow / Ryan Tennis & The Clubhouse Band & El Caribefunk Stephen Talkhouse (Amagansett)
One of the true major names in hard rock history, Deep Purple, returns to The NYCB Theatre at Westbury on Sunday, July 26 at 8 pm. Tickets and a limited number of VIP seats are now on sale; tickets are available online ticketmaster.com, charge by phone at (800) 745-3000 or at the Westbury box office. Event, date and time subject to change. All ticket prices are subject to applicable service charges. For further information, visit thetheatreatwestbury.com. Together with Led Zeppelin and Black Sabbath, Deep Purple has been referred to as one of the "unholy trinity" of British hard rock. Founded in 1968, the band has undergone numerous changes in personnel. By 1972, Deep Purple released the critically
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acclaimed album, Machine Head, with Ian Gillan on vocals. The record features both "Highway Star" and "Smoke On The Water," a song inspired by The Grand Hotel in Montreux, Switzerland burning to the ground during a Frank Zappa concert. Today, the band features original drummer Ian Paice, vocalist Ian Gillan, the legendary 10 • Good Times Magazine - July 14 - 27, 2015
producer and bassist Roger Glover, former Dixie Dregs guitarist Steve Morse, and keyboardist Donald Airey. Best known for hits such as "Hush," "Black Night," “Drifter,” "Strange Kind Of Woman" and "Woman From Tokyo," in 2013 Deep Purple released Now What?!, their first new album in seven years. Also recently released is the newly
re-mastered classic, Live In Japan, featuring seminal live recordings of "Highway Star," "Smoke On The Water" and "Space Truckin'." Despite their longevity, Deep Purple can boast of an ever-increasing fan base; not resting on yesteryear, the band has released four studio albums since 1996, a total augmented by an abundance of solo work.
Calendar Frank O'Brien / Tim Givens Duo Grasso's (Cold Spring Harbor) Night Of The Nerds 89 North Music Venue (Patchogue) Walshy Fire Emporium (Patchogue) Zac Sobel Black & Blue Seafood Chophouse (Huntington) Danny Kean The Oar (Patchogue) Tony Grant Sea Cove (Center Moriches) Great South Bay Music Festival: “Girls Night Out, Boys Can Came, Too” Tour: Christina Perri / Colbie Caillat / Rachel Platten Shorefront Park (Patchogue Village) Sly Geralds Band One Main (Babylon)
NYC/Queens Salt ‘N Pepa B.B. King's (NYC) 2015 BTS Live Trilogy Best Buy Theater (NYC) Hippie Sabotage Bowery Ballroom (NYC) Lower East Side Fest: Lindsey Wilson/ Sarah Glassman Band /People In Disguise /At Her Open Door Alphabet Lounge (NYC) Foo Fighters Citi Field (Flushing)
Friday, July 17
Nassau Little River Band / Ambrosia / Player / Stephen Bishop / Robbie Dupree NYCB Theatre At Westbury Live Comedy C.J. Wellington's (Franklin Square) Harlem Rhythm Drive The Homestead (Oyster Bay) Fast Five / South Shore Rockers The Nutty Irishman (Farmingdale) Noiz Puglia's (Garden City) 6 Gun 5 Callahan's (East Meadow) “Keep Long Island Boring” Event Mr. Beery's (Bethpage) Cultured Effects Vue At E.B. Elliot's (Freeport) Rumor Has It Swing The Teapot (Floral Park) Venkara / The Royal Meds /The Bloody Mothers / Misc. / Grey Haven /Zodiak The
Your Guide To Local Events Lounge at The Space At Westbury Catfish John Big Daddy's (Massapequa) Live Music Savoy Tavern (Merrick) Uppercut Hudson's On The Mile (Freeport) The Haks Sunset Grill (Seaford) 45 RPM / Tuesday Afternoon (Moody Blues Tribute) K.J. Farrell's (Bellmore) Shortwave Radio Still Partners (Sea Cliff) Jan Slow R.S. Jones (Merrick) Live Music Eleanor Rigby's (Mineola) Speedo Harmonica Jones Blue Parrot Lounge (Massapequa) Live Music Jetty Bar & Grill (Long Beach) Generations Reel (East Rockaway) Open Mic With Frank Walker / Sal Catura & Dana Lynn / Knock 'Em Dead Comedy / Nick Miggs Delmonico's (Levittown) Free Ride Memories (Williston Park) Idina Menzel Nikon at Jones Beach Theater (Wantagh) Los Cintron / Matt Grabowski Glen Cove Village Square Suffolk Seven Off Key Tikki (Patchogue) The Coasters / The Classics Theatre Three (Port Jefferson) King Cobra Giacomo Jack's (Amityville) The Naked Truth Band The Oar (Patchogue) Live Music Zebra Club (Copiague) Italian Night Surf's Out (Kismet/Fire Island) The Trees Country Corner (East Setauket) Craig Rose Sea Cove (Center Moriches) Slightly Damaged Goods Black & Blue Seafood Chophouse (Huntington) Johnny Mac Toomey's (Amityville) Steve Forbert Boulton Center (Bay Shore) Sal Of Ready In 10 (Happy Hour) Bobbique (Patchogue) Joe DeGuardia's Star Boxing: Rockin' Fights 20 The Paramount (Huntington) The Down & Dirty Band Rudi's (Patchogue) DJ Epic Lily Flanagan's (Babylon) The Cara Band / Gil McLean Shandon Court (East Islip)
The Vine Brothers Grey Horse Tavern (Bayport) Hello, Brooklyn / Jonathan Edwards Stephen Talkhouse (Amagansett) Swing Dance Series: Sinatra Duets Suffolk Theater (Riverhead) DMX Emporium (Patchogue) AZ IZ XO Wine & Chocolate Bar (Huntington) Mr. Lee G Treme (Islip) Frank & Eric Swept Away (Bay Shore) One Too Many/ Erin Chase Village Idiot Pub (Patchogue) Ultimate Rush Tribute / Arena Rock Tribute 89 North Music Venue (Patchogue) Alexis Cole Trio Grasso's (Cold Spring Harbor) That Meetball Place (Patchogue) Fred The Human iPod Tap Room (Patchogue) Great South Bay Music Festival: Lotus / Chris Robinson Brotherhood / Sister Sparrow & The Dirty Birds / Twiddle / Others Shorefront Park (Patchogue Village) Mike Gregory O’Reilly’s Pub (Oakdale)
NYC/Queens War B.B. King's (NYC) The Fresh Kids Of Bel-Air Le Poisson Rouge (NYC) Mewithoutyou Bowery Ballroom (NYC) Off The Record BB's Pub & Grill (Flushing) Heathens McKittrick Hotel (NYC)
Saturday, July 18
Nassau Aunt Barbara's Tupperware Party Lounge 960 At The NYCB Theatre At Westbury Totally 80s Theme Party: Decadia Mulcahy's Pub & Music Hall (Wantagh) The Almost Brothers Band / The B-Side Bandits The Homestead (Oyster Bay) Dance Floor Phillip / Octopus The Nutty Irishman (Farmingdale) Our Generation Memories (Williston Park) El Camino Vue At E.B. Elliot's (Freeport)
Rolling Stoned Still Partners (Sea Cliff) Live Deejays Jetty Bar & Grill (Long Beach) Nola & The Sharpened Spurs Callahan's (East Meadow) Pep & The Soul Explosion Hudson's On The Mile (Freeport) Live Music Savoy Tavern (Merrick) Risky Business Puglia's (Garden City) The Boy-Z Sunset Grill (Seaford) Russ Seeger & Friends R.S. Jones (Merrick) Mike Andriani Show: Worlds Fair / Three Terrible Ghosts / Certain Spiders / Others Mr. Beery's (Bethpage) Us & Floyd (Pink Floyd Tribute) / Clapton Chronicles (Eric Clapton Tribute) K.J. Farrell's (Bellmore) Live Music Eleanor Rigby's (Mineola) Bluzin' Blue Parrot Lounge (Massapequa) The Mike Barry Band Swing The Teapot (Floral Park) Wonderous Stories Reel (East Rockaway) The Park Brothers Hyde Away Pub (New Hyde Park) Big Daddy Deluxe Otto's Sea Grill (Freeport) The 100 Proof Band Michael's Porthole (Oceanside) You Should Be Dancing MaliBlue (Lido Beach) Punk Rock Night The Hub (Island Park) Suffolk Kacey Musgraves The Paramount (NYC) Nikki Lewis Country Corner (East Setauket) 12X Villiage Idiot Pub (Patchogue) June Eysel Sea Cove (Center Moriches) Joe Rock & The All-Stars Giacomo Jack's (Amityville) Shakin' Shamins Toomey's Tavern (Amityville) Vavoom Surf's Out (Kismet/Fire Island) His Boy Elroy XO Wine & Chocolate Bar (Huntington) Live After Death (Iron Maiden Tribute) / Exciter (Judas Priest Tribute ) / Light Up The Sky (Van Halen Tribute) / Primate House
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Calendar Revolution Music Hall (Amityville) Rapid Fire Off Key Tikki (Patchogue) The Electric Dudes Black & Blue Seafood Chophouse (Huntington) A Concert For Ned Baker: Friends & Family Boulton Center (Bay Shore) Neighborhood The Oar (Patchogue) Denise Kean Swept Away (Bay Shore) Crush The Arden (Port Jefferson) Ray Anderson: Ray's Proteges Jazz Tasting Notes Jazz Club at Harmony Vineyards (Head Of The Harbor) The Cara Band Shandon Court (East Islip) Complately Unchained / Musicology AllStars 89 North Music Venue (Patchogue) Danny Kean Treme (Islip) Live Irish Music / Live Deejays Lily Flanagan's (Babylon) Frank's Birthday Celebration Bobbique (Patchogue) The Fab Faux Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center Suburban Brothers Band Bayside Clam Bar (East Islip) The Savoy Swing Band St. Sylvester's Parish Center (Medford) Inda Eaton Jamesport Vineyards Bayside Tigers / Martin Sexton Stephen Talkhouse (Amagansett) Great South Bay Music Festival: 311 / The Mighty Mighty Bosstones / Others Shorefront Park (Patchogue Village) Marty Lyons Foundation Benefit: Hank Stone Band Stony Brook Yacht Club Vavoom Surf’s Out (Fire Island) Oh, What A Night (Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons Tribute) Theatre Three (Port Jefferson) The Brotherhood Bulldog Grille (Amityville) NYC/Queens Chronic Future Bowery Ballroom (NYC) French Cookin' Blues Band / Beatles Brunch Starring Strawberry Fields B.B. King's Blues Club (NYC)
Your Guide To Local Events Thunder Road (Bruce Springsteen Tribute) Thai Rock (Rockaway Beach) Night Owl Band Rock Wine Bar (Rockaway Beach) Jessie's Girl Le Poisson Rouge (NYC) The Freedom Party Central Park Summerstage (NYC) The Cavemollies B.B.'s Pub & Grill (Flushing)
Sunday, July 19
Nassau Unleashed Soul The Homestead (Oyster Bay) Au Privave Jazz / Little Wilson Big Daddy's (Massapequa) Live Irish Music Connoly Station (Malverne) Live Music Mr. Beery's (Bethpage) Live Reggae Jetty Bar & Grill (Long Beach) Penny Lane (Beatles Tribute) Reel (East Rockaway) Wonderous Stories Hudson's On The Mile (Freeport) The Flames Vue At E.B. Elliot's (Freeport) Nitework MaliBlue (Lido Beach) Clueless At The Hub The Hub (Island Park) Trisect Blue Parrot (Massapequa) Live Jazz Brunch City Cellar (Westbury)
Suffolk Johnnyswim / Reggae Night / Side FX Stephen Talkhouse (Amagansett) Thom Penn Nonet Treme (Islip) Ray Anderson's Tasting Notes Jazz Club Harmony Vineyards (Head Of The Harbor) Fodder Wing Country Corner (East Setauket) George Clinton & Parliament/Funkadelic The Paramount (Huntington) Wynonna Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center Bands On The Run Revolution (Amityville) Rob Europe Jamesport Vineyards Tommy Mulvihill Shandon Court (East Islip) Big Daddy Deluxe Off Key Tikki (Patchogue) Sound Theory Surf's Out (Kismet/Fire Island) Industry Night / Breakfast Music With April
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Rain Village Idiot Pub (Patchogue) Gail Storm / Joe Carter Grasso's (Cold Spring Harbor) The Next Level Band The Arden (Port Jefferson) Only In America The Oar (Patchogue) Open Jam Brunch Red River Inn (Yaphank) Great South Bay Music Festival: Hot Tuna / Lou Gramm / Jefferson Starship / New Riders Of The Purple Sage / Katie Pearlman / Others Shorefront Park (Patchogue Village) Sound Theory Surf’s Out (Fire Island) True North Travelers Bulldog Grille (Amityville) NYC/Queens Floetry B.B King's (NYC) Open Mic with Anthony Gibney Diving Bell (Sunnyside) Bluegrass Jam Hosted By Dave McKeon & Mary Noecker Of Moonshine Falls The Irish Whiskey Bar (Astoria)
Monday, July 20
Nassau Industry Night Allegria Hotel (Long Beach) Out Of The Weeds Mulcahy's Pub & Music Hall (Wantagh) Open Mic & Jam Hosted by Kenny Forgione & Friends K.J. Farrell's (Bellmore) A Witch's Brew Reel (East Rockaway) DJ Tommy Nappi MaliBlue (Lido Beach)
Suffolk Open Mic Comedy Show Fin's Pub (Oakdale) Musicians Night Hosted by Gil McLean Shandon Court (East Islip) Open Mic with Dave Drew The Bartini Bar (Babylon) Open Mic Night Hosted by Jerry Ramone The Crooked Rail (Northport) Open Jam with Rockin' Rob Diamond Club (Ronkonkoma) Open Mic Night w/Kenn Village Lanterne
(Lindenhurst) Open Mic Featuring Bobby Dee, John Dobert, & Johnny Mac Sea Cove (Center Moriches) Suburban Brothers Band Sunset Restaurant (Islip) Live Standup Comedy Hosted By Adam D. Parsons Revolution (Amityville) Sterling Sax & Friends Treme (Islip) Open Mic Night Stephen Talkhouse (Amagansett) Open Mic Night Sea Cove (Center Moriches) Paul Reiser Bay Street Theater (Sag Harbor)
NYC/Queens Jam with Richie Cannata The Bitter End (NYC) Open Jazz Jam Session Kitano New York Hotel (NYC) Floetry B.B. King's (NYC) Elle King Bowery Ballroom (NYC) Guster Central Park Summerstage (NYC)
Tuesday, July 21
Nassau Open Mic hosted by Mike Dorio Jack Halyards American Bar & Grill (Oyster Bay) Acoustic Open Mic hosted by Dianne, Larry & Joe P.J. Harper's (Valley Stream) Songwriters Roundtable Hosted by 42 nd & Nelson K.J. Farrell's (Bellmore) Rebel Yankee / DJ Cowboy Ben-E The Nutty Irishman (Farmingdale) Jazz Jam Session Walk Street Tavern (New Hyde Park) Body & Soul Puglia's (Garden City) JBL Paddy's Loft (Massapequa) Children's Theater: Sleeping Beauty NYCB Theatre At Westbury DJ Johnny Shine Reel (East Rockaway) DJ Tommy Nappi Hudson's On The Mile (Freeport) The Mystic MaliBlue (Lido Beach) Neil Young Nikon at Jones Beach Theater
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Suffolk Acoustic Open Mic Nite hosted by David Jon Paisley 50 Yard Line (West Babylon) Live Deejay Villiage Idiot Pub (Patchogue) The Gaslight Anthem The Paramount (Huntington) The People's Open Mic Grey Horse Tavern (Bayport) Bobby Dee's Open Mic & Jam Pour House (Holbrook) Open Mic with Shaun Lally Flanagan's Pub (Ronkonkoma) Open Mic Night Hosted by Jerry Ramone The Crooked Rail (Northport) Country Tuesday Revolution (Amityville) The Cogs Singles Open Jam Gator Blue (East Islip) Ray Anderson & Steve Salerno Tasting Notes Jazz Club at Harmony Vineyards (Head Of The Harbor) Open Mic with Dan Acosta & DJ Harry Oke The Thirsty Scholar (Holbrook) Open Jam w/George Cintron & Rob DeMartino Katies of Smithtown Open Mic Comiskey Park Bar (Saint James) Industry Night / Red Tide Stephen Talkhouse (Amagansett) Rocky Horror Picture Show Off Key Tikki (Patchogue) NYC/Queens Rumble & Twang B.B. King's (NYC) Mekons Bowery Ballroom (NYC) Todd Terje & The Olsens Terminal 5 (NYC)
Wednesday, July 22
Nassau Blues At Sunset: Open Jam with The Sunset Boyz Sunset Grill (Seaford) Country Music Originals Night Jetty Bar & Grill (Long Beach) Tiberius (Acoustic) Front Street Pub (Massapequa Park) That 70s Band Carlyle At The Race Palace (Plainview) Avner Levy R.S. Jones (Merrick) Coyote Wednesday Reel (East Rockaway) Open Mic E.B. Elliot's (Freeport) Open Jam Mickey Malone's (Floral Park) Jerry Costanzo And His Trio Don Lorenzo's Restaurant and Lounge (Glen Cove) Open Mic w/The Night Owls Band Phat Daddy's (Oceanside) Open Mic hosted by Robert Sloan Front Street Pub (Massapequa Park) Open Mic with "Big Daddy" John Struck The Homestead (Oyster Bay) Tommy T. Mudcat Blues Jam with Mike Nugent and Ian Petillo The Breakers (Bayville) Long Island Industry Comedy Night: Rick Morgan / Lisa Itts / Others The Lounge At The Space At Westbury Whiskey Road Hudson's On The Mile (Freeport) Wonderous Stories MaliBlue (Lido Beach) Live Music K.J. Farrell's (Bellmore)
Your Guide To Local Events Suffolk The Cogs Singles Open Jam The Stadium (Bohemia) Open Jam Night with Jim Kolman Diamond Club & Sports Bar (Ronkonkoma) Swim Village Idiot Pub (Patchogue) Garet Newman's Jazz Jam East End Republican Club (Sayville) Raekwon / Ghostface Killah The Paramount (Huntington) Jam Hosted By Bobby Nathan Bobbique (Patchogue) Marc Phillip Black & Blue Seafood Chophouse (Huntington) Open Blues/Jazz Jam Park Avenue Studios/Briggs Music (Huntington) Open Mic hosted by Johnny B. Quogue East Pub (East Quogue) Weekly Wednesday Vibe Hosted By Freaky Frank / Guest Deejays Zebra Club (Copiague) Open Mic hosted by Kyle Fitzpatrick BrickHouse Brewery (Patchogue) Acoustic Artist Tom Lily Flanagan's (Babylon) Wayne Sabella Trio Grasso's (Cold Spring Harbor) Billy Elliott: The Musical Patchogue Theater Ace Finesse Revolution (Amityville) Karaoke / Marcia Ball Stephen Talkhouse (Amagansett) The 60s Band Off Key Tikki (Patchogue) Hungrytown Port Jefferson Village Center NYC/Queens The Robert Ross Band B.B. King's (NYC) Civil Twilight Bowery Ballroom (NYC) Courtney Barnett Terminal 5 (NYC) Milky Chance Central Park Summerstage (NYC)
Thursday, July 23
Nassau Ina Garten NYCB Theatre At Westbury Live Band Karaoke / Gold Rush (Neil Young Tribute) K.J. Farrell’s (Bellmore Big Shot (Billy Joel Tribute) Mulcahy's Pub & Music Hall (Wantagh) Open Mic with Benoir The Hub (Island Park) Zofolk The Lounge At The Space At Westbury 45 RPM Carlyle At The Race Palace (Plainview) The Biscuit Kings R.S. Jones (Merrick) Mike & The Outlaws Suite 1828 (Merrick) Chris Kenny The Nutty Irishman (Farmingdale) Jazz Night: Marty Phillips/Daryl Pooser/Bill Smith Viana Hotel + Spa (Westbury) Classic Rock & Blues Jam w/Curt Arnel & Friends Ringside (Hicksville) Jazz & Sushi Night Allegria Hotel (Long Beach) Live Entertainment Hudson's Mill (Massapequa) Open Mic Night Spice's Restaurant (Baldwin) Open Mic Night Mr. Beery's (Bethpage) Acoustic Open Mic with Frank Walker Sunset Grill (Seaford) Salsa Night Holiday Inn (Carle Place) Karaoke with DJ Dom Blue Parrot Lounge (Massapequa) Modern Justice Reel (East Rockaway) The Mystic Hudson's On The Mile (Freeport)
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Calendar Tony Kelly & The Real Deal MaliBlue (Lido Beach) Free Grass Union Still Partners (Sea Cliff) Mike & The Outlaws Suite 1828 (Merrick) Def Leppard Nikon at Jones Beach Theater (Wantagh) Blood Sweat & Tears Featuring Bo Bice John Burns Park (Massapequa) Brian McGeough Grillfire (Merrick)
Suffolk David James Bobbique (Patchogue) Long Island Comedy Festival Suffolk Theater (Riverhead) Ray Anderson & Steve Salerno Tasting Notes Jazz Club at Harmony Vineyards (Head Of The Harbor) The Drama Kings Black & Blue Seafood Chophouse (Huntington) Nisen 347 Thursdays Niesen 347 (Saint James) Suburban Brothers Band Flynn's (Fire Island) Edward J.J. Jones / Rage Creation / Matt Patrick / Swim / Disa Vital / Prophet Revolution (Amityville) The Roosters Shandon Court (East Islip) C. Moore Green & The Blues Machine Treme (Islip) The Pandemics / The English Beat Stephen Talkhouse (Amagansett) Sol Play / Live Deejay Villiage Idiot Pub (Patchogue) Frank O'Brien / Tim Givens Duo Grasso's (Cold Spring Harbor) Tony Grant Sea Cove (Center Moriches) Lauren Grace Bricker One Main (Babylon) NYC/Queens Steeleye Span / Walter “Wolfman” Washington & The Roadmasters B.B. King's (NYC) Little Boots Bowery Ballroom (NYC) PeterPalooza IV: A$AP Rocky / Vic Mensa Best Buy Theater (NYC) Nellie McKay Le Poisson Rouge (NYC)
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Your Guide To Local Events Lower East Side Fest: Niki Rubin and Warren Double Trio / Sofus / Rachel Ana Dobken / Cool Company Alphabet Lounge (NYC)
Friday, July 24
Nassau Kane Daily Big Daddy's (Massapequa) Josh Turner NYCB Theatre At Westbury Motion City Soundtrack The Space At Westbury Gary's Corte The Homestead (Oyster Bay) Eva Entertainment: Listen 4 More Vue At E.B. Elliot's (Freeport) Central Beat Memories (Williston Park) Trisect Michael's Porthole (Oceanside) 45 RPM / Wonderous Stories Mulcahy's Pub & Music Hall (Wantagh) The Down & Dirty Band Hudson's On The Mile (Freeport) Joe Vicino Band Callahan's (East Meadow) Acoustic Maneuvers R.S. Jones (Merrick) Live Music Jetty Bar & Grill (Long Beach) Live Music Savoy Tavern (Merrick) Happy Hour With Tommy Sanfilippo / Surf Goldblum / Floodwire / Others Mr. Beery's (Bethpage) Dinny Keg Band Swing The Teapot (Floral Park) Ready In 10 / O El Amor The Nutty Irishman (Farmingdale) Generations Sunset Grill (Seaford) Live Music Eleanor Rigby's (Mineola) 90s Grunge Tribute / X-Session K.J. Farrell's (Bellmore) Tiger Rose Still Partners (Sea Cliff) Permission To Launch Reel (East Rockaway) Down & Dirty Band Hudson's On The Mile (Freeport) Henry Haid MaliBlue (Lido Beach) Marvin Floyd & The Chauncey Nedd Band / Glass Bottom Soul Glen Cove Village Square
Suffolk The Wild Ones / Buckwheat Zydeco Stephen Talkhouse (Amagansett) The Who Show: Tommy & Quadrophenia Suffolk Theater (Riverhead) Secret Weapon Country Corner (East Setauket) James Rich Trio Grasso's (Cold Spring Harbor) The Mango Brothers Village Idiot Pub (Patchogue) Double Play Off Key Tikki (Patchogue) Tiberius LaMotta's (Port Washington) Borgo Pass Revolution (Amityville) Philly Reggae Band Treme (Islip) Peter Mazzeo & The Hit Squad Black & Blue Seafood Chophouse (Huntington) Howie Seal & The Neighborhood / Gerry Finlay Shandon Court (East Islip) The Bucket List XO Wine & Chocolate (Huntington) A Band Called Sam / A.J. & Company (Happy Hour) Bobbique (Patchogue) Miss Caitlin Bell Surf's Out (Kismet/Fire Island) Hayley's Comet (Paramore Tribute) / Basket Case (Green Day Tribute) / Monkey Wrench (Foo Fighters Tribute) 89 North Music Venue (Patchogue) Zappa Plays Zappa The Paramount (Huntington) Diesel Giacomo Jack's (Amityville) Fred The Human iPod Tap Room (Patchogue) Capozzi & Co. Fashion Show Emporium (Patchogue) Larry Hunter Jamesport Vineyards Rapid Fire The Oar (Patchogue) Radio Play Toomey's Tavern (Amityville) Paul Scolo Swept Away (Bay Shore) Brian McGeough Sea Levels (Brightwater) Miss Caitlin Bell Surf’s Out (Fire Island) Bob Nelson Theatre Three (Port Jefferson) Dave Sherman O’Reilly’s Pub (Oakdale) NYC/Queens
Sergio Mendes B.B. King's Blues Club (NYC) Mr. Twin Sister Bowery Ballroom (NYC) The Fresh Kids Of Bel-Air Le Poisson Rouge (NYC) Night Owl Band Brooklyn Fusion Cafe Rob Bell Town Hall (NYC)
Saturday, July 25
Nassau Decadia / The Touch K.J. Farrell's (Bellmore) Dr. John The Space At Westbury Noiz Vue At E.B. Elliot's (Freeport) Rumble The Homestead (Oyster Bay) Backbeat Memories (Williston Park) Quantum The Hub (Island Park) Roots Revelators Still Partners (Sea Cliff) Live Music Eleanor Rigby's (Mineola) Dogs Will Run Until They Die / A Breed Of Human / Oyster Babies / Dirty Red Dress / Jungle Gypsy Mr. Beery's (Bethpage) The Acchords Puglia's (Garden City) Breakaway R.S. Jones (Merrick) Hold On Tight The Nutty Irishman (Farmingdale) ZBTB (Zac Brown Tribute) Mulcahy's Pub & Music Hall (Wantagh) The Electrix Michael's Porthole (Oceanside) Natural Red Band Sunset Grill (Seaford) Live Deejays Jetty Bar & Grill (Long Beach) Live Music Savoy Tavern (Merrick) The Rockinghams Callahan's (East Meadow) Head Over Heels Reel (East Rockaway) RPM & Friends Swing The Teapot (Floral Park) Uppercut Hudson's On The Mile (Freeport) That 70s Band MaliBlue (Lido Beach) Suffolk The Cara Band Shandon Court (East Islip) Donny Most Theatre Three (Port Jefferson) Little Anthony Suffolk Theater (Riverhead) The Dynamics Country Corner (East Setauket) Midnight Ramblers / Pump Off Key Tikki
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K.J. Farrell's, Bellmore July 27 at 10 PM kjfarrells.com (516) 804-9925
This eight-piece band is fronted by three outstanding singers – no wonder this 80s tribute show has made such area waves during the past year. The long-lasting The Touch opens the show at 7 pm. So how long have they lasted? Consider: The Touch was named “Best New Band” by Good Times Magazine ... in 1985. 14 • Good Times Magazine - July 14 - 27, 2015
Once again, Mucahy's hosts a major music event: An evening with one of pop's most unique performers, known by his Hebrew and stage name of Matisyahu ("Gift Of God"); he's an American reggae rapper and alternative rock musician. There's nobody else like him anywhere, and he's become an unprecedented chart and concert success; here's an opportunity to hear him up up close and personal in the intimate environment of this world class nightspot.
Fred The Human iPod Tap Room, Patchogue Fridays at 6 PM • patchoguetaproom.com (631) 569-5577
Patchogue's popular craft beer bar has a second attraction – Fred Maloney, better known by his stage handle of Fred The Human iPod. A gifted singer and performer, Fred took his name because, well, he's just like one of those handy little gizmos; he's got a zillion songs in his acoustic guitar. He's been all over YouTube, social media, and clubs.
Calendar (Patchogue) Pat Travers Band Red River Inn (Yaphank) Something (Beatles Tribute) Sea Cove (Center Moriches) Dave Mason's Traffic Jam The Paramount (Huntington) Tradewinds Surf's Out (Kismet/Fire Island) Facelift (Alice In Chains Tribute) / Black Circle Project / Aneurysm (A Tribute To Nirvana) Revolution (Amityville) Nothing Blue XO Wine & Chocolate Bar (Huntgington) Dave Christian Swept Away (Bay Shore) Tang / Armed & Dangerous Even Flow (Bay Shore) Mean Machine The Arden (Port Jefferson) MSRP Giacomo Jack's (Amityville) Live Irish Music / Live Deejays Lily Flanagan's (Babylon) Show No Mercy (Slayer Tribute) / Black Tooth Grin (Pantera Tribute) / Dirty Covers 89 North Music Venue (Patchogue) Ray Anderson: Ray's Proteges Jazz Tasting Notes Jazz Club at Harmony Vineyards (Head Of The Harbor) Tony Middleton Trio Grasso's (Cold Spring Harbor) Bobby Nathan Band Treme (Islip) Blue Tourmaline Bobbique (Patchogue) The Wild Ones / Lead Of Foxes / Hayes Carll Stephen Talkhouse (Amagansett) Live Deejay Village Idiot Pub (Patchogue) X-Session Black & Blue Seafood Chophouse (Huntington) Indigo Girls Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center Larry Attribge Jamesport Vineyards The Sly Geralds Band The Oar (Patchogue) The Electric Dudes / Byrne Unit Toomey's Tavern (Amityville) Darrell Hammond Bay Street Theater (Sag Harbor) Tradewinds Surf’s Out (Fire Island) Wild Honey Bulldog Grille (Amityville) NYC/Queens Shuggie Otis B.B. King's Blues Club (NYC) Night Owl Band Rock Wine Bar (Rockaway Beach) Jessie's Girl Le Poisson Rouge (NYC)
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Nassau Deep Purple NYCB Theatre At Westbury Eric Sami Band The Homestead (Oyster Bay) Rockstar Mayhem Festival Nikon at Jones Beach Theater (Wantagh) 52 nd Street Jazz Band / King Cobras Big Daddy's (Massapequa) Live Jazz Brunch City Cellar (Westbury) Live Music Mr. Beery's (Bethpage) Wonderous Stories Hudson's On The Mile (Freeport) Live Reggae Jetty Bar & Grill (Long Beach) Roots Foundation Reel (East Rockaway) John Rizzo Vue At E.B. Elliot's (Freeport) The Touch MaliBlue (Lido Beach) Jerry Cardone (Frank Sinatra Tribute) Michael's Porthole (Oceanside)
Suffolk Tommy Mulvihill Shandon Court (East Islip) Cro-Mags Revolution (Amityville) Bob Bruey Jamesport Vineyards Reggae Night / Lynn Blue & The International
Your Guide To Local Events Men Of Mystery Stephen Talkhouse (Amagansett) Rock & Roll Brewing Company Off Key Tikki (Patchogue) Dr. John Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center Jazz Jam Session Treme (Islip) Industry Night / Breakfast Music With Craig Rose Village Idiot Pub (Patchogue) Highway Robbery Surf's Out (Kismet/Fire Island) Clean Comedy All-Stars:Les Degen / John Shea / Christian McCarren / Marcus Johnson / Stevie GB Performing Arts Studio (Port Jefferson) Ray Anderson's Tasting Notes Jazz Club Harmony Vineyards (Head Of The Harbor) Open Mic Comiskey Park Bar (Saint James) Fodder Wing Country Corner (East Setauket) Mild Things / The Fast Lane / The Lights Out 89 North Music Venue (Patchogue) The Next Level Band The Arden (Port Jefferson) Sea Monkeys The Oar (Patchogue) Open Jam Brunch Red River Inn (Yaphank) Huntington Folk Festival Heckscher Park (Huntington) Brotherhood Toomey's Tavern (Amityville) Highway Robbery Surf’s Out (Fire Island)
CLASSIC ROCK Zappa Plays (& Teaches!) Zappa: Zappa Plays Zappa, which continues the musical legacy of Frank Zappa, will celebrate the 40th anniversary of one of rock's most heralded albums – The Mothers Of Invention’s One Size Fits All – on Friday, July 24 at 8 pm The Paramount in Huntington. For tickets and information: paramountny.com. In addtion, Dweezil Zappa will teach a master
Favorites & Legends Rock On arrangements and instrumentation. It features a great non-traditional orchestral rock sound on songs like 'Inca Roads.' There are extremely difficult interlude passages to perform in that song and the intervallic vocal melody with speedy phrasing is also quite difficult. Besides the complexity of the arrangement the song also allows for beautiful improvisation. It is a hallmark of my
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NYC/Queens Keiko Matsui B.B. King's Blues Club (NYC) Bluegrass Jam Hosted By Dave McKeon & Mary Noecker Of Moonshine Falls The Irish Whiskey Bar (Astoria) Open Mic w/Anthony Gibney Diving Bell (Sunnyside)
Monday, July 27
Nassau Out Of The Weeds Mulcahy's Pub & Music Hall (Wantagh) Whitesnake NYCB Theatre At Westbury Industry Night Allegria Hotel (Long Beach) Open Mic & Jam hosted by Kenny Forgione K.J. Farrell's (Bellmore) Harry Chapin Tribute Concert: Stuart Markus / Gathering Time / Josh Joffen / Frank Walker / Rorie Kelly / Katie Pearlman / Patricia Shih / Jackknife Stiletto / Media Crime / Ed Ryan / Jerry DeMeo / Christine Solimeno / Sid Cherry / Robin Eve / Grand Folk Railroad / The Folk Goddesses / Friends On The Journey / Debra Lynne Eisenhower Park (East Meadow) A Witch's Brew Reel (East Rockaway) DJ Tommy Nappi MaliBlue (Lido Beach) Music From The Hive Still Partners (Sea Cliff)
Suffolk Open Mic Comedy Show Fin's Pub (Oakdale) Open Mic with Dave Drew The Bartini Bar (Babylon) Open Mic Night w/Kenn Village Lanterne (Lindenhurst) Musicians Night Hosted by Gil McLean Shandon Court (East Islip) Open Mic Featuring Bobby Dee, John Dobert, & Johnny Mac Sea Cove (Center Moriches) Unearth Revolution (Amityville) Open Mic Stephen Talkhouse (Amagansett) Open Mic Night Sea Cove (Center Moriches)
class for musicians; log on for complete info. Dweezil Zappa is the modern face of Zappa music, and the person who can bring it fully formed into the future. Often referred to as “ahead of its time,” Frank Zappa’s music is brought to life for modern audiences, thanks to Dweezil and the five other telepathic musicians that make up Zappa Plays Zappa. Through the artful channeling of his father’s timeless music, rich in complexity and perfect in execution, Dweezil applies his Grammy-winning virtuoso to exposing, performing, and shamelessly prosthelytizing the art that is literally in his blood.
father’s writing style, which allows the music to become unique in front of each live audience who witnesses it. I am looking forward to playing this album in its entirety because of these challenges but also because the album contains many of my favorite songs. 'Andy', 'Florentine Pogen,’ 'Po-Jama People,' 'Sofa,' and 'San 'Berndino.'” Besides performing the entire One Size Fits All album, Zappa Plays Zappa will play another 70 to 75 minutes of other material from Frank's catalog. “We also like to have a few surprises up our sleeves and this tour is no exception,” said Dweezil. The concert, in this case, is
Celebrating the 40th anniversary of One Size Fits All, Zappa Plays Zappa will recreate live the final studio album from Frank Zappa and The Mothers of Invention. "One Size Fits All is one my favorite records for a number of reasons,” said Dweezil. Zappa. “The material on the record has incredible
only half the story: Guitarist Dweezil Zappa will offer Long Island fans “master classes” in guitar on the day of the concert for less than the price of a fuzz pedal; Dweezil will preview some of the guitar concepts he teaches at his camp in a special event prior to each concert on this tour. More info: dweezilzappaworld.com.
NYC/Queens Emily King Bowery Ballroom (NYC) Dawes / First Aid Kit Central Park Summerstage
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Studio News
houses producing the
Gina biggest hits on radio, Cutillo headed by Kara Dioguardi).
No time for beach talk right now – there’s so much going on that we don’t have the space – gotta get to the hottest artist news from area recording and rehearsal studios: The beautiful Gina Cutillo – easily one of Long Island’s favorites for many years now – recently checked in with news about her upcoming album. “The new album is almost complete; two new tracks will be out soon,”reported Cutillo, who is adept at everything from balladds to electro-pop to scorching rockers. “One of the tracks, ‘The Inside,’ I co-wrote and produced with Pete Nappi. Pete is a producer at Arthouse Entertainment (one of the biggest production
Pete also just worked with Ke$ha, Meghan Trainor, and Shinedown. I'm super excited!”Find Ms. Cutillo all over social media. New to our listings is Beneath The Sun Rehearsal & Recording Studio, which has been making huge waves at its location in Hicksville. Working at this new facility is one of the area's most esteemed audio professionals in Mick James, whose name and experiences have been listed on more nationally released albums can we have room to detail here (and in more editions of Studio News than we can count). He's perhaps best
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Five Towns College
known for the music included in the hit television show “Criss Angel Mindfreak.” The highly recognizable theme song for that show was originally written by Micky James/Criss Angel, and produced by James and Jonathan Davis (Korn). James' melodies have added an extra element of suspense to the show’s illusions for all six of its seasons. James has also created music from 2009 to present for the Criss Angel/Cirque Du Soleil Vegas show, "Believe," as well as The Criss Angel TV show on Spike of the same name. Using the facilities at Beneath The Sun recently have been the area acts The Turntables, Race Odyssey, Discipline Theory, and a host of original and tribute bands. This beautiful and spacious new facility – perfect for recording projects or rehearsals – must be seen to be apprciated; call the studio at (631) 882-1327 for a free tour or
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information; or find them at Facebook.com/ beneaththesunstudios. Take it from us – Beneath The Sun is among the most spectacular recording facilties you will ever step into. Another relatively new facility that's making news is Sheep Pasture Studio, which offers music recording and production in a unique way – as
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seen in their ad here, this studio can “engineer, mix, master, and make a CD on the spot,” a perfect way for an up-and-coming band to get the
bands in the area. He also writes his unique blend of irreverent memoir and “Socratic inquiry,” according to his bio; his published works include the books Planet Love: The End Of The World As We Knew It and The Three Extras. Learn how to become the latest major league artist to go national with Sabella by calling them at (516) 484-0862.
Mike Watts' famed facility
Sheep are Gates and Scare Don't Pasture Fear, recently signed to KBB Studios Records; learn more at
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demos it needs at the time it needs them. Sheep Pasture is perfect for any genre of music, and offers some eye-popping prices; check their ad elsewhere in this issue for more. Sheep Pasture offers quality new and vintage instruments and top equipment to help musicians get the sound they're looking for. Learn more by calling (516) 661-1815 or (631) 7064544, or get a great look at this major league studio by finding them on Facebook. Sabella Studios in Roslyn Heights, in its usual style, getting hotter as the temperatures rise: In for recording projects of late have been author, singer, and songwriter John Rullo, as well as area artist Randy Blythe. Rullo ranks as quite an interesting artist; a graduate of Queens College with a degree in communication arts and a minor in creative writing, Rullo has spent the last 40 years composing and performing songs with rock
Vudu Studios
Recently, we profiled the new EP by Dijon entitled Dream. The act is a relatively new Sea Cliff-based hard rock/alternative band that released this great- sounding EP in March. Members include Chris Damphouse (vocals), Max Ross (guitar, keyboards, background vocals), Simon Januses (bass), Carl Ferrara (guitar), and Andrew Herrara (drums). This new disc was recorded at On Track Studios in Ronkonkoma by Tom Fatorusso. Vudu Studios in Port Jefferson remains John one of the true homes Rullo for cutting edge rock in At the U.S. Recent artists Sabella Studios to ply their trades at
vudustudios.com, or find the studio on Facebook. Learn about pro audio recording at Five Towns College in Dix Hills; get full info at ftc.edu. The popular Savage Sounds Recording Studios in West Hempstead recently updated its website, and it not only looks amazing but has a ton of info; get the scoop on their hot sounds at savagesoundsinc.com.
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Arts Announcements Zoppe Italian Family Circus Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center July 23 through 26; (631) 288-1500; whbpac.org Back by popular demand, the big-top returns to the Great Lawn in Westhampton Beach Village for a four-day run starring Nino The Clown, acrobats, equestrians, a comedy dog show, and more.
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Comedy Jessica Kirson Governor's, Levittown July 31 at 8 pm; govs.com; (516) 731-3358 Also appearing at: McGuire's Comedy Club, Bohemia August 1 at 7 and 9:30 pm; govs.com; (631) 467-5413 This still-rising standup has become one of Long Island’s most recognized comedy performers.
Concerts Good Old Dance Band St. Sylvester's Parish Center, Medford Check website for show dates; (631) 730-3333; goodolddanceband.com The regular monthly show of Mike Virostko and his 17-piece swing band. Dancing, raffles, and more. Log on for the next show dates.
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Donny Most Theatre Three, Port Jefferson July 25 at 8 pm; (631) 928-9100; theatrethree.com The former “Happy Days” star offers a musical evening of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Bobby Darin, and more. Family Cinderella's Glass Slipper Smithtown Center For The Performing Arts Through August 23; (631) 724-3700; smithtownpac.org This large-cast musical puts an entirely new twist on the classic children's tale – expect all the legendary characters come to life.
Film Streets Of Fire / The Warriors Cinema Arts Centre, Huntington July 18 at 10:30 pm; (631) 423-FILM (3456); cinemaartscentre.org Part of the “Summer Camp Cinema” series; The Warriors (below) ranked as one of the most controversial films released during the late 1970s; ask your mom all about it.
Hobbies Long Island Auto Replica Society Henrietta Acampora Recreation Center, Centereach Third Thursday of every month at 7 pm; (516) 884-2270; (631) 946-6335 The L.I.A.R.S. monthly meetings are open to anyone with an interest in building scale models of automobiles. Call for more information. Theater The Cottage John W. Engeman Theatre at Northport July 23 through September 6; (631) 261-2900; engemantheatre.com Engeman Theatre: A farce inspired by the works of Noel Coward. Set in the English countryside in 1923, this tale of sex, betrayal and love unfolds when Sylvia Van Kipness decides to expose her love affair to her husband and her lover’s wife. South Pacific CM Performing Arts Center, Oakdale August 1 through 23; (631) 581-2700; cmpac.com CM Performing Arts: The lauded
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Memorial Library Through July 26; (516) 775-4420; (631) 581-2700; broadhollow.org BroadHollow Theatre Company: Romantic drama by N. Richard Nash.
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Rogers & Hammerstein musical is revived. The Men From The Boys Studio Theatre, Lindenhurst July 31 through August 2; studiotheatreli.com; Reasons To (631) 2268400 Studio Theatre Long Island Inc.: A staged reading of the sequel to the Boys In The Band – Studio Theatre's previous production.
Sister Act Gateway Playhouse, Bellport Through July 18; (631) 286-1133; gatewayplayhouse.com A popular comedy that's become a modern-day classic. West Side Story Smithtown Center For The Performing Arts
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Five Presidents Bay Street Theater, Sag Harbor Through July 19; (631) 725-9500; baystreet.org A new play by “House Of Cards,” “The West Wing,” and “Six Feet Under” writer Rick Cleveland.
The Music Man BayWay Arts Center, East Islip Through July 19; (631) 581-2700; broadhollow.org BroadHollow Theatre Company: “Seventy-six Trombones” is only one of the memorable classic songs from this legendary musical. The Rainmaker BroadHollow Main Stage, Elmont
Through August 30; (631) 724-3700; smithtownpac.org This timeless musical returns with a vibrant local cast.
Reasons To Be Pretty Bare Bones Theater, Northport July 16 through August 1; (631) 606-0026; brownpapertickets; barebonestheater.com Bare Bones Theater: A hopelessly romantic drama about the hopelessness of romance, the plot focuses on the modern-day obsession with physical appearance, centering on four friends who become increasingly dissatisfied with their situations, and with each other.
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Tom Paxton Headlines Huntington Folk Festival
Hot Artists And Events Rocking The Area Scene
Tom Paxton headlines the 10th annual Huntington Folk Festival on Sunday, July 26 at Huntington’s Heckscher Park, located off Main Street (Route 25A) and Prime Avenue. Extending from noon until l0:30 pm, the free festival – presented by The Folk Music Society of Huntington (fmsh.org) and The Huntington Arts Council (huntingtonarts.org) – is part of the 50th annual Huntington Summer Arts Festival. Festivalgoers are advised to bring lawn chairs and blankets and a picnic supper. Paxton, the influential folksinger-songwriter – known for such songs as “The Last Thing On My Mind,” “Bottle Of Wine,” “Whose Garden Was This” and “Ramblin’ Josh Boy” – formerly lived in Long Island and Joffen plans to retire from the road this summer after more than a half-century as a touring artist. A Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award recipient, Paxton also has had his songs covered by many artists. Opening for Paxton at 8:30 pm will be No Fuss and Feathers Roadshow, featuring touring New York area-based singer-songwriters The YaYas (Jay Mafale and Catherine Miles), Carolann Solebello, and Karyn Oliver. Prior to the featured evening concert on the park’s Harry Chapin Rainbow Stage, AcousticMusicScene.com and FMSH will host unplugged showcases and song swaps on the lawn near the stage featuring artists from half a dozen states from 12:45 to 6 pm. The day’s musical festivities begin with an open mic at noon.
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Artists slated to perform during the afternoon include Acoustic Apple, Annika, Mark Allen Berube, Michael Braunfeld, Meghan Cary, Andrea Cetlin, Greg Cornell and the Cornell Brothers, Curtis & Carla, Generations: Mike & Aleksi Glick, Phil Henry, Jay Hitt, Karen Hudson, Josh Joffen, Stuart Kabak, Kalinec & Kj, Judy Kass, Cecilia Kirtland, Scott Krokoff, Mara Levine, The Levins, Lisa Jane Lipkin, Eli Maniscalco, Kirsten Maxwell, Lois Morton, Mark Newman and Naomi Margolin, James O’Malley, Cecilia Elaine Romanelli, Shawn Taylor, Kirtland Robinson Treacher and Bob Westcott. The schedule at press time:
AcousticMusicScene.com Tent (Hosted by Michael Kornfeld): 12:45 pm: Mark Newman and Naomi Margolin; 1 pm: Scott Krokoff, Shawn Taylor, Robinson Treacher; 1:30 pm: Generations: Mike & Aleksi Glick; 1:45 pm: Greg Cornell & The Cornell Brothers; 2 pm: Funny Folk: Mark Allen Berube, Lois Morton; 2:30 pm: Josh Joffen, James O’Malley, Bob Westcott; 3 pm: Mara Levine, The Levins, Elaine Romanelli; 3:30 pm: Westchester Artists: Curtis & Carla, Judy Kass, Lisa Jane Lipkin; 4 pm: Keystone Staters: Michael Braunfeld, Meghan Cary, Jay Hitt; 4:30 pm: Karen Hudson, Stuart Kabak, Cecilia Kirtland; 5 pm: Young Folk: Annika, Kirsten Maxwell; 5:30 pm: Phil Henry, Kalinec & Kj. Folk Music Society of Huntington Tent (Hosted by Lee Ann Rush and Gary Schoenberger): Noon: Open Mic; 1 pm: Acoustic Apple; 1:15: Andrea Cetlin; 1:30: Eli Maniscalco; 1:45: Scott Krokoff; 2 pm: James O’Malley; 2:15: Mara Levine; 2:30: Jay Hitt; 2:45: Meghan Cary; 3:00: Michael Braunfeld; 3:15: Lois Morton; 3:30: Bob Westcott; 3:45: Larry Moser & Mary Nagin; 4:00: Kirsten Maxwell; 4:15 Phil Henry; 4:30: Josh Joffen; 4:45: Kalinec & Kj.
Failure, one of the most influential trios in alt rock history, makes its debut on Saturday, July 18 at 8 pm at The Space At Westbury. Tickets are on sale now at ticketmaster.com; for more information, log on to thespaceastwestbury.com. The stop at The Space is one of the first on Failure’s current tour in support of ther justreleased new album, The Heart Is A Monster. “Thematically we’ve moved from the outer space of Fantastic Planet to inner space,” said guitar/bass player Greg Edwards of the new album, the band’s first full-length since 1996. “From the dislocation of one’s identity to the complete erasing of it by sleep and dreams. I think we’ve used instrumentation in the service of mood and emotion to an even
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greater degree than on our previous records.” The band returned from a 17-year hiatus in early 2014 with a single Los Angeles date planned. The show sold out in seconds, which led to a North American tour, including a run of dates with Tool and appearances at Riot Fest, Fun Fun Fun, and Cinquanta, and eventually back to the studio. In a recent interview with Noisey, singer/guitar/bass
player Ken Andrews admits by the time the band announced their first live outing, he, Edwards and drummer Kellii Scott were already working on new music, saying: “One thing that Greg and I agreed on very early on, is that we did not want to reform for just one or two nostalgia tours. We wanted to come back as a full functioning musical force and creatively pick up where we left off with Fantastic Planet. That meant we needed to start experimenting in the studio first, which we did in late 2013. After a few months, we came to the conclusion that we were having a good time and that we liked the results, and
that we thought the results were definitely Failure. We’ve been chipping away at a new album this whole time.” In that same article, Andrews and Edwards said that their approach to writing and recording Fantastic Planet and The Heart Is A Monster have been similar, saying “The songs on Fantastic Planet appear more or less in the order that we wrote them … when, we do a song now, we write it and record it soup-to-nuts without moving to another song … It takes longer, but it makes more sense for us artistically to explore a song completely before you move on.”
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They’re new to America, but Long Island’s horror rockers Kidding Candice are breaking out in a big way. Recently signed to Victory Records, the group will perform on July 26 as part of The Rockstar Energy Mayhem Festival along with Feed Her To The Sharks, Sister Sin, Jungle Rot, Shattered Sun and more at Nikon at Jones Beach Theater on the Victory Stage; Slayer and King Diamond headline the Fest. Log on to ticketmaster.com for tickets and information. “Pretty, ugly, gross, bloody, pissed, catchy, heavy." These are the words spewed from Kissing Candice frontman Joey Simpson when describing the band’s new album, Blind Until We Burn, released on June 30 on Victory. According to its release press, the
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looking to start a project that would combine metal, hardcore, industrial, and electronic music in a unique and cinematic fashion. Taking on the role of frontman, Joey hit the studio with producer Jeremy Comitas, and the pair were the first to glue the Kissing Candice sound together with the debut EP, Murder. As guitarists Tommy “Dreamer” Sciro, Walter Dicristina, and bassist Mike Grippo joined the band, their ideas soon spilled into the mix.
“The result is a spirited chunk of roughed-up American metal that is an amalgamation of serial killer thriller, dark romance, and witchcraft, woven in a world of hallucinating demons,” stated a press release. Yes, fans, for a toe-tapping (or severing) good time, Kissing Candice assuredly puts the rugged in rock; they’re clearly an experience unlike any other in the music world ... and the mayhem’s just started.
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Enter Justin Ryan; They’re Ready To Rock
The Long Island-based rock & roll heartthrob Justin Ryan and his team have announced a new partnership with Station, the hot New York City-based rock act. Ryan will be the exclusive drummer for Station, providing the edge featured in the group’s high energy, 17-song live show. Station's new self-titled album was recorded at Westfall Music Company in Farmingdale with producers Anthony Lopardo and Ray Marte. “I'm thrilled to be associated with Station,” said Ryan, known to many of his fans as “J.R.” “The boys are premier entertainers with a long history of excellence in their craft." Like Ryan, Station has earned praise for their talents and work ethic, and the band is dedicated to
providing top quality entertainment and exceptional fan interaction. Ryan prides himself on his ability to partner with the fans to provide the best rock & roll experience possible. "We are especially proud to welcome Justin to our family of partners worldwide and have him support Patrick Kearney, myself, Mike Anderson, and Zak Abrams on our upcoming tour," said lead guitarist Chris Lane. “Justin plays the best rock & roll on the market today. He's been working on his craft for quite some time and has contributed so much to making music fun and enjoyable for listeners all over,” said producer James Sabella of Sabella Studios in Roslyn Heights. “JR cares about the fans! He's the best drummer I've worked with. I love singing with such quality players and I'm looking forward to creating kick-ass new rock & roll with Mr. Ryan," said lead singer Patrick Kearney. Station was recently recognized by CMJ at its #12 new Loud Rock Band. Learn more at stationband.com, and follow the group on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram @stationnyc.
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RHYTHM TRACKING Rejoice For Royce: There's big buzz about the debut single from Long Island's Kyle Royce. The song is "Fallin'," and it's custom-made for pop radio as well as R&B; elements of John Legend and Sam Smith abound. Royce did a recent show at Bartini, unveiling a slew of tunes that will make their way onto the 'Net and hopefully onto a full album sometime
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in 2015. He'll be doing a series of shows in the coming months, so track him on Facebook or elsewhere on social media – then one day you'll be able to brag that you saw him in the early days. When you hear "Fallin'" on the radio, remember where you read about it first! Ant-Man Arrives: In the pop culture department, I have not made a secret of my longtime devotion to Marvel and the subsequent films that have been spawned by the comic book heroes. Of particular interest to me was Ant-Man; I had a letter printed in Entertainment Weekly years ago, when the first Avengers film was released. I bemoaned the exclusion of original Avengers Ant-Man and The Wasp, who, for reasons then unknown, were not given their place at the table alongside Iron Man, Thor, and The Hulk, who were also part of the original lineup. Entertainment Weekly turned my brief letter into a half-page feature about the two missing characters; shortly thereafter, Marvel went into high gear about getting the Ant-Man project, which had reportedly been stalled by Edgar Wright, off the ground. Now, a star-studded lineup including Michael Douglas, Paul Rudd, and Evangeline Lilly finally hits heaters as a 2015 summer blockbuster, and a large, triumphant grin takes control of my face. Mission accomplished!
By Jimi LaLumia
Rolling Thunders: The flow of goodies related to the late, great New York Doll and Heartbreaker, Johnny Thunders, continues unabated. Last year, everything was about Looking For Johnny (the film and soundtrack album). This year, some great lost live gigs make their way into our hands. The international indie label of the year, Jungle Records U.K., has released a multi color-splash vinyl double album of the lost, legendary Heartbreakers: Live At Max's Kansas City release, which includes the original full show as well as never-before released tracks that were destined for a Live! Vol. 2 that never saw the light of day. It hit the streets on Record Store Day and is already one of the most sought-after items from that event; it's already almost impossible to find (I bought mine via Amazon.com). Also: The Cleopatra Records label has released a CD gatefold package, Johnny Thunders & The Heartbreakers L.A.M.F. – Live At The Village Gate 1977, which is a dynamic and exciting trip back to the glory that was New York City punk. I actually covered and wrote about this show in the "Punk" issue of Good Times in 1977, when I was a mere child and Kurt Loder was my "entertainment editor" (and a fan of Jimi LaLumia & The Psychotic Frogs, and punk in general). If you remem-
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ber this stuff, you'll want to own the Max's and Village Gate releases, and if you're too young to remember but love real, attitudedriven punk, you need this even more than the AARP cardholders do. Enjoy, rock out this summer, and don't miss Ant-Man!
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BITS & PIECES Joy Williams
Joy Williams:
Alt-Rock Has A New ‘Venus’
Joy Williams’ new solo album, Venus, was released at the end of June via Sensibility Music / Columbia Records. The new effort marks her first full-length solo album since forming the multiple Grammy Award-winning duo The Civil Wars, a musical partnership that ended in 2014. Williams’ album includes the new single “Before I Sleep,” and also contains the previously released tracks “Until The Levee,” “What a Good Woman Does,” and “Sweet Love of Mine.”
LI Favorite Goes Right To #1
Kelsea Ballerini:
Young country artist Kelsea Ballerini’s debut single “Love Me Like You Mean It” topped both the Mediabase and Billboard Country Airplay Charts for the first time in late June. The hit
Kelsea Ballerini
Photos: The Rolling Stones © Helena Smith (exclusive to Good Times); Jess Glyne by Simon Emmet; Kelsea Ballerini by Jeremy Ryan
co-written by Ballerini earns her a spot alongside only 10 of country music’s leading women – including Faith Hill, Trisha Yearwood, and Carrie Underwood – who have achieved a #1 with their debut single. Additionally, Ballerini’s #1 marks the first time a solo female has landed at #1 on the Billboard Country Airplay chart in nearly three years (since Carrie Underwood’s "Blown Away" on November 3, 2012). “Going into this, my goal with this first single was to introduce myself,” said Ballerini, who wowed the audience at the huge “Girls With Guitars” country night at The Patchogue Theatre a few months back. “I believed in this song from the minute we wrote it, and I always thought it would be the right first single and a great introduction of me … To be in a group with artists like Carrie Underwood, Faith Hill and Deana Carter that have had debut #1s and then had brilliant careers after that, makes me so excited for what’s to come. “ Crowned one of CMT’s “Next Women Of Country,” Ballerini has been on the rise with shout-outs from superstars such as Taylor Swift, Little Big Town, Kristian Bush, and “The Today Show’s” Hoda Kotb. Ballerini has also landed on several 2015 “Ones to Watch” lists, including Billboard, Country Weekly, Rolling Stone Country, The Huffington Post, Radio.com, and Spotify. For news about upcoming tour dates, record releases, and more artist happenings, visit KelseaBallerini.com. She’s not hard to find; since her single debut, fans have been reaching out to her on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube in record numbers on those platforms.
New Set; Huge Tour
The Rolling Stones:
Jess Glynne
As The Rolling Stones have embarked on a huge U.S. Tour (a photo from their recent show at the Orange Bowl in Orlando is shown here), Eagle Rock Enetertainment has unleashed a real collector's item: The Rolling Stones From The Vault: The Marquee – Live In 1971 is now available on DVD in three formats and iTunes. Formerly (and literally) stored away in an attic, this performance was filmed for US television in 1971, shortly after the Stones had finished their 1971 “Farewell Tour” of the UK, and a month before the release of the album Sticky Fingers. The show marked the first time that “Brown Sugar,” “Dead Flowers,” “Bitch,” and “I Got The Blues” were showcased live; the Stone's lineup at this time was Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Bill Wyman, Charlie Watts, and Mick Taylor. The Rolling Stones In Orlando
North American headline tour beginning September 14, which will include at stop at New York City's Bowery Ballroom on September 19. Connect: jessglynne.co.uk or find her all over social media and YouTube.
To ‘Light Up’ The States At Last
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The new set – available in SD Bluray and CD, DVD and CD, and DVD and LP, as well as at iTunes – is available now wherever music is sold.
Coming Our Way From The UK
Jess Glynne:
Jess Glynne has announced details of her new album, I Cry When I Laugh – the UK-based singer/songwriter’s first full-length solo release – which arrives on September 11. She'll celebrate its release on her inaugural
Stunning U.K. chanteuse Gabrielle Aplin, who made waves in this country with last year's English Rain EP, will mark her official U.S. debut with the release of Light Up The Dark on September 18. The album follows her overseas success, where she's enjoyed #1 chart positions in both the U.K. and Australia. The new album features title track "Light Up The Dark," mixed by Craig Silvey (Arcade Fire, Florence + The Machine). Aplin drew inspiration largely from her longtime idol Joni Mitchell. "Her voice is just here, right at the front, and everything sits around it perfectly," said Aplin, adding, "I've also become much more comfortable writing songs about other people's stories as well as my own.”
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