Good Times Magazine #1327

DYLAN’S SCOTTISH CASTLE FOR SALE

Bob Dylan continues to tour and recently wrapped up his European concert series. Bob’s Scottish Highland estate is for sale and featured at TopTenRealEstateDeals.com.

The elegant Edwardian Country manor was completed in 1914 and has been meticulously maintained, with significant renovations in 2007/8 bringing the wiring, heating, and water systems up to contemporary standards, while preserving the home’s period details.

Approached via a private tree-lined driveway, the 18,357-squarefoot mansion includes 16 bedrooms, each with lovely garden views, and 11 bathrooms. The gorgeous entry hall features a limestone staircase with wrought iron and wooden balustrade. Four reception rooms, including a music room, feature Adam-style marble fireplaces, while the dining, sitting, drawing and billiards rooms include open fireplaces. Multiple entertainment areas include a lounge, sunroom, and garden room. Three kitchens, plus a basement that includes store rooms, a workshop, and a coal cellar complete the home.

MERRY CHRISTMAS IN JULY!

In celebration of “Christmas in July,” Madison Square Garden (“MSG Entertainment”) announced that America’s beloved holiday show, the Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes, is returning to the Great Stage at Radio City Music Hall from November 17, 2023 through January 1, 2024.

The 2023 Christmas Spectacular will again feature the fanfavorite scene “Dance of the Frost Fairies,” which was reimagined in 2022 and features the Rockettes as fantastical winged fairies, performing alongside fairy-drones that dance high above the audience. Radio City Music Hall is the only place in the world where audiences can experience the immersive magic of the Christmas Spectacular and “Dance of the Frost Fairies.”

Tickets for the 2023 show are on sale now at www.rockettes.com/christmas.

ALFRED HITCHCOCK RETROSPECTIVE

Beginning on Friday, August 11th at 7:00 PM and running through Wednesday, August 16th, Huntington’s Cinema Arts Centre will present a retrospective of the films of master director Alfred Hitchcock. For six consecutive days, the Cinema will present a daily screening of one of Hitchcock’s greatest films. Each of the six film screenings will feature an introduction by local film historians who will discuss the history of the film, provide, and explore the impact of some of Alfred Hitchcock’s most influential and acclaimed works.

Considered the father of the thriller genre, and dubbed the “Master of Suspense”, Hitchcock directed over fifty feature films throughout a career that spanned from the silent era in the 1920s into the late 1970s.

Fees per screening: Public $15. You can purchase tickets on the Cinema Arts Centre website: www.cinemaartscentre.org. The films included in the retrospective are Psycho, Strangers on a Train, Rear Window, Notorious, Vertigo, and Shadow of a Doubt. Cinema Arts Centre is located at 423 Park Ave, Huntington.

LE DINER EN BLANC RETURNS

After a couple of years on hiatus, Le Diner en Blanc returns to Long Island for its 4th edition on August 24th. As always, the venue will remain secret until the last minute. Donyshia Boston-Hill, host of Le Diner en Blanc on Long Island stresses that Le Diner en Blanc is an event that transports us into another world. “The sea of people all adorned in white creates images that are instantly ‘Instagram-able’. Meeting new people or reuniting with longtime friends. Getting all dressed up to attend a dinner à la française where conversation and champagne are essential.”

To maintain the uniqueness of Le Diner certain requirements must be followed:

Dress code: elegant and white only. Originality is encouraged as long as it is stylish and tasteful. Table setting: all white! To ensure that the location secret is kept undisclosed until last minute, guests meet at assigned departure location and are escorted by a Diner en Blanc volunteer. Guests must bring a table, two white chairs, white tablecloth. A picnic basket comprising fine food and proper stemware and white dinnerware. Champagne and/or wine. Beer and hard liquor are prohibited. To be part of the unique experience, visit longisland.dinerenblanc.com and click on the Register tab to sign up for Phase 3 and you will be able to register for 2023 membership.

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Show or sell your collectible car with admission. Judged cars and vendors register at the gate between 7 a.m. and 10 a.m. (631)567-5898 or LongIslandCars.com.

AUTO COLLECTORS AT FLOWERFIELD

In recent years, interest in custom and collectible cars has grown dramatically. It’s hard to say exactly when auto collecting began, a few older car clubs had their beginnings in the 1930’s. “Long Island Cars” is one of the groups that wanted to preserve the history and fun of car collecting; promoting the auto hobby for over 40 years on Long Island. Join in the camaraderie and attend Long Island Cars “Super Swap Sunday” Car Show and Swap Meet on Sunday August 20th at Flowerfield Fairgrounds on Parkside Dr. in Saint James.

Classic and collectible automobiles including show cars from the 50’s, 60’s and 70’s, one-of-akind custom cars, antiques, exotics, street rods, muscle cars and imports will be competing in classed judging with trophies. The event will also include Long Island Cars signature swap meet with well stocked vendors offering older parts, literature, accessories and collectibles for swap and sale. You’ll experience live music by “The Fugitives”, fun fair food and more.

8am to 4pm, rain date: August 27th. Admission: $10.00; 12 years and under are free; free parking.

JOKE MAN IS BEING RELEASED!

In the feature documentary Joke Man, we follow Jackie Martling’s improbable journey – from fledgling days of comedy on Long Island, through his time as one of the ‘Beatles of Radio,’ to his success as an author and actor, We hear from friends and fellow entertainers, including Willie Nelson, Penn Jillette, Billy West, Artie Lange, Mark Cuban, Sean Young, and former Stern show staffers who give us their take on what makes Jackie truly unique. JOKE MAN is a universal story of self-discovery, grit, and how humor is the biggest key to authentic happiness. Plus Inappropriate on so many levels. Season 4 is on its way. It just keeps getting better with great guests like Tommy Chong, Vic DiBitetto, John Pizzi, John Ziegler and more.

SUMMERTIME THEATER

This is your last chance to experience the wonder of watching free Shakespeare in the Park until the Delacorte Theater reopens in the summer of 2025. The 61-year-old outdoor theater will be undergoing a massive $77 million renovation. Benjamin Velez’s musical adaptation of the Bard’s “The Tempest” offers free performances for one week only from Sunday August 27 through Sunday, September 3, directed by Public Works chief Laurie Woolery with Renee Elise Goldsberry as Prospero heading a cast of professional actors and community amateurs in a participatory production which explores “the grief of being cut off from community, the desire for retribution and the healing power of love.” https://publictheater.org/productions/season/2223/fsitp/tempest/

“Desperate Housewives’s” Marcia Cross, Bryan Batt (“Mad Men”) and Ron Canada star in the world premiere of “Pay the Writer” by novelist Tawni O’Dell. The comedy-drama concerns the complicated 40-year friendship between a gay literary agent, his most successful client – a renowned Black novelist -- and the novelist’s ex-wife.

Alice Griffin Jewel Box Theatre at Pershing Square Signature Center.

https://paythewriterplay.com

The Atlantic Theatre (with London’s National Theatre) presents the world premiere of “Infinite Life,” a new comedy-drama by Pulitzer Prize-winner Annie Baker,

SCOTTISH FESTIVAL AND HIGHLAND GAMES

With bagpipes, caber tossing, concerts, food, and kids’ games, the 61st Annual Long Island Scottish Festival and Highland Games is back and a perfect day out for everyone! Pipe bands will perform throughout the day on Saturday August 26th. The 42nd Royal Highland Regiment, Scottish dog breeds, pony rides, a petting zoo, birds of prey, falconry, raffles for wonderful prizes and much more will be happening around the grounds of Old Westbury Gardens for everyone in the family to enjoy!

Competitions throughout the day will include: Caber Toss, Tossing the Sheaf & Putting the Stone, Children’s Races, Children’s Tug O’ War, Shortbread Contests, Antique British Automobiles and more.

Early Bird Tickets (purchased BEFORE 8/24), are available NOW at 20% OFF prices listed:

DAY OF ADMISSION TICKETS: ADULTS: $25, SENIORS (62+): $22 CHILDREN (7-17): $12 NOTE: that this is a “special event” and special event admission is charged this day for ALL visitors.

by Jane Klain

described as a “surprisingly funny inquiry into the complexity of suffering and what it means to desire in a body that’s failing you.” Directed by James Macdonald, the cast features Marylouise Burke, Mia Katigbak, Christina Kirk, Kristine Nielsen and Brenda Pressley as women in Northern California, sitting on outdoor chaises and philosophizing about life. (Previews begin August 18.) Linda Gross Theatre. https://atlantictheater.org/ production/infinite-life/

August’s only new Broadway opening is “El Mago Pop,” the American debut of 37-yearold master illusionist Antonio Diaz. The highest grossing illusionist in Spain, Diaz also created and co-directs this “journey through the extraordinary” with close-up magic and spectacular illusions. (Limited two-week engagement runs August 17-27) Ethel Barrymore Theatre. https://www. elmagopop.com/en/schedule/c/51-broadway.html

Award-winning poet/playwright Inua Ellams’

“The Half-God of Rainfall,” is a contemporary epic that weaves poetry and storytelling into a new myth about a half-Nigerian-moral, half Greek-god, who is transported from a village in South West Nigeria to an NBA arena in the US to Mount Olympus. (Through August 20.) New York Theater Workshop. www.nytw.org

ON THE ROAD AGAIN

BONAMASSA, STYX AT JONES BEACH

Joe Bonamassa will perform at Jones Beach Theater on Saturday, August 12th. Joe is fresh off the release of his #1 live album ‘Tales Of Time,’ and getting ready to announce a new project early next month.

Dubbed “the world’s biggest blues guitarist” by Guitar World magazine, Bonamassa is a tireless performer, creative, and entrepreneur, with 26 #1 Billboard Blues albums (more than any other artist). He opened for B.B. King when he was only 12 years old and has released 40 albums to date and continues to push himself musically.

Joe is also a music executive, producer, and nonprofit leader, whose projects are all designed to support emerging artists. His non-profit Keeping The Blues Alive supports music education and artists in need, having awarded more than $1M and reached 74K+ students.

Joe will be joined on a double bill by the legendary rockers, Styx, James “JY” Young (lead vocals, guitars), Tommy Shaw (lead vocals, guitars), Chuck Panozzo (bass, vocals), Todd Sucherman (drums, percussion), Lawrence Gowan (lead vocals, keyboards) and Ricky Phillips (bass, guitar, vocals) who released their 17th album June 18th on the band’s label, Alpha Dog 2T/UMe, which is sold as clear vinyl, black vinyl, CD, and on digital platforms. Fans can order the album at Styxworld.com.

JOAN OSBORNE LIVE IN AMAGANSETT

Joan Osborne will be performing at The Stephen Talkhouse on August 12th.

Joan is currently on tour in support of her acclaimed albums Radio Waves and Trouble and Strife. Throughout her 25-year, multiGrammy nominated career, Osborne has never been an artist confined to one space. She has utilized her incredible voice through her own songs while also becoming one of her generation’s finest interpreters. Radio Waves is a living document of that.

Singer/songwriter Joan Osborne just released a collection of unearthed live in-studio radio recordings entitled Radio Waves on February 22 (via her imprint Womanly Hips Records). The 13-song album is a unique, hand-picked assortment of Osborne’s favorite and most captivating live appearances culled from 100+ radio station performances over her 25-year career. Stephen Talkhouse is located at 161 Main Street, Amagansett. 631-267-3117.

PHISH SHOWS FOR FLOOD RECOVERY

Phish will play two special shows at the Broadview Stage at SPAC (Saratoga Performing Arts Center) in Saratoga Springs on August 25 and 26, 2023. The concerts will benefit Vermont and Upstate New York flood

recovery efforts. Communities throughout the region were inundated earlier this month with historic levels of rain and major flooding.

A limited number of Foundation tickets will also be available that include a ticket to the show, a private pre-show performance with Phish’s Trey Anastasio and Page McConnell, access to the Foundation Lounge before and throughout the show, and special Foundation poster and merch, in addition to other amenities.

100% of net proceeds from all concert and merchandise sales will be directed to The WaterWheel Foundation’s 2023 Flood Recovery Fund, which will support the many victims and their families, area businesses, and non-profits. The Recovery Fund will support both shorterterm needs and long-term recovery and resiliency projects.

LIMEHOF TO INDUCT GIN BLOSSOM’S ROBIN WILSON

The Gin Blossoms were one of the biggest bands to come out of the 90’s who are still active today. The Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame will induct Robin Wilson on August 25th at LIMEHOF in Stony Brook.

Since 2018, Robin has been one of two guest vocalists (along with Marshall Crenshaw) for The Smithereens after Pat DiNizio’s passing (and the Smithereens were presented with a LIMEHOF Distinguished Musician Award in 2017, six months before Pat passed away).

The Gin Blossoms are in the middle of a national tour and they have a date at the Paramount on September 12th.

The LIMEHOF induction will be an after hours ticketed event (80 tickets) $40 public, $35 members with light refreshments (soft drinks, juice, water, coffee, cookies, cheese and crackers, etc).

Doors open for ticket purchasers at 7 p.m. ...they can tour the building a bit before 8, then the induction. Robin will be asking one of his musician friends to assist from 8-9:15 p.m. with a performance by Robin and friends on the main stage 9:15-10 folks continue to tour and then exit the building. For ticket info go to www.limusichalloffame. org or call 631-689-5888 for more info or to buy tickets.

Robin Wilson

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JAZZ LOFT GUITAR FESTIVAL

Peter Frampton calls him “one of his most favorite players…incredibly versatile…” Frampton is talking about John Jorgenson, the talent behind such successful country-rock bands as the Desert Rose Band and Hellcasters. Jorgenson will be performing at the Jazz Loft as part of the Monteleone Art of the Guitar festival, August 11-12. Jorgenson will be displaying his blistering guitar and mandolin licks on Friday, August 11 at 7 p.m. The festival, named for the world-renowned guitar craftsman John Monteleone, will feature two days and nights of demonstrations, exhibits, workshops and performances by Dario Napoli, John Jorgenson, Frank Vignola, Vinny Raniolo and Steve Salerno.

The festival will also include the first, ‘Iconic and Historic Guitar Collection’, including an incredible Blue Guitars exhibit, many guitars from John Monteleone’s workshop –his incredible Grand Central Station and others.

The Jazz Loft is located at 275 Christian Avenue, Stony Brook For tickets and information visit https://www.thejazzloft.org/monteleone or call 631-751-1895

LOVETT & HIATT AT WHBPAC

Two of the most acclaimed singersongwriters in American music are coming together for a rare and unforgettable performance. Lyle Lovett and John Hiatt are two masters of their craft, and their combined talents will create a night of music that is both unforgettable and moving.

Lovett is a Texas-based musician who fuses elements of country, swing, jazz, folk, gospel, and blues in a conventiondefying manner. Hiatt is a master lyricist and satirical storyteller, and his songs are filled with tales of redemption, relationships, and surrendering on his own terms.

So get your tickets today and experience the magic of Lyle Lovett and John Hiatt live on stage. They’re appearing October 6th, 8 p.m. at the Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center 76 Main Street | Westhampton Beach. Box Office:631-288-1500 Main:631-288-2350 Email:boxoffice@whbpac.org

JAZZ & BLUES

RARE NAT KING COLE TRACKS

Continuing Capitol/UMe’s ongoing roll-out of rare tracks by Nat King Cole comes the highly anticipated From The Capitol Vaults (Vol. 4). This fourth digital-only collection features 14 timeless tracks, 12 of which are available for the first time on streaming platforms.

From The Capitol Vaults (Vol. 4) highlights Cole’s velvety smooth voice that is perfectly suited to some of the greatest love songs ever written, capturing him at his most engaging. From the dramatic and lilting “Little Child” (1951) to the charming romantic waltz of “You Will Never Grow Old” (1952), to the whimsical “The First Baseball Game” (1961), the fourth volume of From the Capitol Vaults shows a playful side of Cole’s music. The bossa nova and samba of “More and More of Your Amor” (1964) perfectly captures the steamy tropical vibes as we enter the dog days of summer.

Cole’s effervescent swing and moonlit balladry propelled him to the forefront of the most iconic performers ever to emerge from the jazz/pop sphere. An icon from the bygone Swing Era and Jazz Age, this volume is a great way to revisit and enjoy the Cole tracks that permeate our culture.

ORRIN EVANS OPENS RED DOOR

What’s behind The Red Door? For pianist Orrin Evans, that question has come to symbolize the daring path his life and music have taken over the course of his three-decade career. On his latest album via Smoke Sessions Records, he once again flings that door open, delighting in the collaborators, friends, inspiration, and history that he finds inside.

Looking back, Evans has opened that door time and again, always with fortuitous results. There was the decision to pursue a life in jazz, the initial red door that led to a series of others: summoning the courage to test his mettle in the notorious jam sessions at Ortlieb’s Jazzhaus in Philly; braving a move to New York with growing confidence but no sure prospects.

Many of the musicians who join Evans on The Red Door connect to those periods of discovery and growth. The album features two core bands: one the rhythm section of bass legend Buster Williams and veteran drummer Gene Jackson, joined by the late trumpet master Wallace Roney or Philly living legend Larry McKenna on tenor; the other a quintet with trumpeter Nicholas Payton, saxophonist/flutist Gary Thomas, bassist Robert Hurst and drummer Marvin “Smitty” Smith. In addition, the album features guest appearances by vocalists Jazzmeia Horn, Sy Smith, and Alita Moses.

BETTER THAN EZRA AT PATCHOGUE THEATRE

Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts announced Better Than Ezra on Saturday, November 4 at 8 p.m. Tickets are $39 - $69 including fees and can be purchased in person at 71 East Main Street in Patchogue, by phone at 631-207-1313, or online, 24 hours a day, at: https://ci.ovationtix.com/34780/production/1171980?perf

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Whether you caught a house party gig after Better Than Ezra formed in 1988 at Louisiana State University, heard “Good” on the radio once it hit #1 during 1995, became a fan following Taylor Swift’s famous cover of “Breathless” in 2010, or saw them headlining sheds in 2018, you most likely never forgot that initial introduction to the New Orleans quartet founded by Kevin Griffin [lead vocals, guitar, piano] and Tom Drummond [bass, backing vocals].

DARLENE LOVE FOR THE HOLIDAYS

Through the years, Darlene Love continues to captivate audiences worldwide with her warm, gracious stage presence and superb performances. Her film “Twenty Feet From Stardom” included hits such as: He’s A Rebel, The Boy I’m Gonna Marry, Wait ‘Ti/ My Bobby Gets Home, He’s Sure the Boy I Love and the legendary #1 holiday classic Christmas Baby Please Come Home. She’s coming to The Landmark On Main Street in Port Washington on December 7th at 7:30 p.m. BOX OFFICE HOURS: Mon - Fri, 12 p.m.

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NEW MONIKA RYAN ALBUM

Monika Ryan, award-winning jazz vocalist and songwriter, is celebrating her latest album, Playfully. Featuring eleven original tracks, “Playfully is a spirited celebration of life, love, and the pursuit of happiness,” says Ryan. She is joined by a trio of veteran collaborators—Steve Einerson on piano, Rene Hart on bass, and Alvester Garnett on drums—adding depth and emotion to each song. Recorded at Kaleidoscope Sound studio by Chris Parks,

The album will be released on Resensitize Records, preceded by four singles, in order, “Let Me Love The Whole Of You,” on June 26th, 2023, followed by “Slipping Out,” on July 11th, then “Keepin’ It Light, Keepin’ It Mellow,” on July 26th, and finally “Living Thoughtfully,” on August 10th. The complete album releases on August 25th and will include the additional songs, “Grow Where I’m Planted,” “I See It In You,” “I Found That Place,” “You’re Magic To Me,” “We’re Here,” “Reason To Be Happy,” and “Whole And Resounding Love.”

Playfully is available for pre-order now at https://resensitize.com/playfully, and streaming on August 25th, 2023.

For more information about Monika Ryan and her upcoming album, Playfully, visit www.monikaryan.com or follow her on social media @MonikaRyanMusic.

The Mets 2023 season may best be remembered for team owner Steve Cohen’s late June press conference. Cohen prefers to maintain a low-key image but was forced to call the press conference after his bumbling, $345 million-payroll team blew a 6-3 lead to the Phillies in Philadelphia. Their putrid bullpen gave up four runs in the eighth inning on just one hit. That comedy of errors reflected the Mets’ performance in the first half of the season.

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Cohen understood the fans’ desire to see some folks get fired, but he figured it would be like putting a new captain on the Titanic after it hit the iceberg and was sinking. Cohen was worried about attracting top-tier talent to the Mets if he were to pink slip people at the first sign of trouble. He also expressed his desire to hire a president of baseball operations which certainly was not a vote of confidence for current general manager Billy Eppler. He also bashed the Mets previous ownership group, the Wilpon family, for failing to invest in the Mets minor league system, particularly in technology and scouting. “The Mets were always known for developing great pitching through their farm system. Why has that stopped?” he asked rhetorically.

The National League won its first All-Star Game since 2012 as they defeated the American League by a score of 3-2, thanks to a pinch-hit two-run homer by Colorado Rockies catcher Elias Diaz. While it is easy to poke fun at the MLB All-Star Game, it is still the best of any of the major sports. FOX Sports claims the game attracted over 7 million viewers.

For years, the NBA Summer League attracted the interest of only the most passionate hoops fans. After all, the games were played by rookies and castoffs hoping to attract the attention of NBA scouts. This year was a different story as ESPN and TNT drew record numbers because of the arrival of 7’5” French player Victor Wembanyama. There was certainly more interest in the NBA Draft, held at Brooklyn’s Barclays Center, because of him. The

GET OUT AND WATCH THE PROS

Most fans enjoy Professional Bowling Association (PBA) tournaments on television, but as with other sports, there’s nothing like getting out and watching the action live and in person. Coming up are several PBA East regional tournaments.

If you feel like venturing upstate, there’s a popular one returning on September 22 through 24 at Kingpins Family Fun Center in South Glens Falls, located about an hour north of Albany.

The Kingpins Alley Family Fun Center RPI Open will featuretop pros from throughout the Eastern United States, as the name of the segment suggests. Other regional PBA East events include The PBA Bowlers Supply/Storm Open on August 4 through 6 in York, Pennsylvania, and The PBA 50 (formerly known as the seniors tour) Strike Zone open on September 1 through 3 in Pottsville, Pennsylvania.

Recent PBA East action has seen such popular PBA pros as Alex Cavagnaro of Massapequa win the PBA Yankee Lanes Open on June 4 in Manchester, New Hampshire. The East tour has also seen legends such as Ryan Shafer and Walter Ray Williams Jr. take part, as well as area stars such as Ray Edwards and Timothy Regan take part.

For a complete list of PBA events, log on to PBA.com

NBA also got tons of unexpected free publicity for its Summer League when Britney Spears claimed a security guard on Wembanyama’s security detail hit her when she was trying to approach him in a Las Vegas hotel.

Kudos to Showtime for its three-part documentary, “Goliath,” which told the life story of the late Wilt Chamberlain. There is little doubt Chamberlain was the biggest star of the NBA’s first 25 years.

By Bob Smith

‘NATURAL’ BOWLING BALL CLEANING?

For years, we’ve asked the question: What exactly is in your favorite bowling ball cleaner or polish? Now, at least one brand fesses up: New to the market is Hammer Black Magic Bowling Ball Polish, which the company is touting as the first “natural” bowling ball polish.

From Hammer: “This revolutionary product polishes all performance-level balls and will not alter the peaks and valleys that make up the surface of the ball. Retains energy for increased down-lane motion.

Formula is Ultimate Black Magic reverse engineered using plant-based products.” In that light, consider: This polish is actually a USDA-certified biobased product (92 percent).

This new Black Magic Polish comes in an eight-ounce bottle and should be hitting area pro shops any moment now – as well as a new “clean” ball cleaner, Hammer Clear Magic. This marks the first and only bowling ball cleaner available in a convenient disolvable sheet. This plant-based cleaner, according to Hammer, provides “amazing cleaning power without harming the environment.”

Clear Magic reduces plastic waste by using refill sheets to eliminate single-use bottles. Bowlers can now quickly replenish this cleaner anywhere with a refill sheet and water. Refills are sold separately in three-sheet resealable packs.

Our verdict: For years, this column has asked “What exactly IS in bowling ball cleaner” to many companies, only to get no response. If these products are truly environmentally friendly, they’ll be our first choice in ball cleaning from this point on. Oh – and you should clean your ball after competition. Every time. Seriously.

Steve Cohen

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Photo credit: Lloyd Carroll

Victor Wembanyama

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must be envious of the success Amazon Prime is having streaming. “Thursday Night Football” will be showcasing those who play pro football’s most glamorous position, “Quarterback.” The lives of Patrick Mahomes, Kirk Cousins, and Marcus Mariota on and off the field will be profiled.

By Lloyd Carroll

He was a household name in an era when few sporting figures were pop culture figures the way movie, TV, and rock stars were. Chamberlain was a Republican who was friendly with Richard Nixon but was also active in the civil rights movement. And yes, he will always be remembered for his claim of bedding more than 20,000 women. To be fair, Wilt did everything big.

The New York Jets will be featured on HBO’s “Hard Knocks” for the first time since 2010. The scuttlebutt was no NFL team wanted the distraction of having HBO camera crews filming their every move during training camp. Interestingly, former Jets head coach, and current ESPN NFL analyst, Rex Ryan loved the national attention “Hard Knocks” gave him. He relished dropping F-bombs and other curses as a way of driving home a point to players. I doubt the current Jets head coach, Robert Saleh, will be nearly as entertaining.

The NFL has two new electronic media partners. The CW, which has gotten its sports feet wet broadcasting LIV Golf tournaments, will be the new home for “Inside The NFL” which moves from Showtime. It originally aired on HBO. Netflix

ESPN’s annual awards show, the ESPYs, got a three-hour airing on ABC last month. The strike by the Writers Guild of America forced ESPN to use a variety of presenters instead of a unifying master of ceremonies. ESPN’s most recent, and controversial talent acquisition, Pat McAfee handled the opening monolog deftly and displayed a quick ad-lib wit. ESPN CEO Jimmy Pitaro had to breathe a huge sigh of relief, especially coming off the recent well-publicized layoffs at the Worldwide Leader of Sports.

Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin, who suffered cardiac arrest during a January playoff games with the Cincinnati Bengals, teared up when presenting the Pat Tillman Award for Service ESPY.

ESPN also paid tribute to the late Jim Valvano who was a star athlete at Seaford High School, on the

30th anniversary of his passionate “Never give up!” speech at the 1993 ESPYs. Valvano was battling terminal cancer. His speech that night ranks just behind Lou Gehrig’s July 4, 1939 “Luckiest man in the world” speech at Yankee Stadium, as the most memorable by a sports figure in my opinion.

A rain delay did not stop America’s greatest athlete, Joey Chestnut, from winning the July 4th Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest. Chestnut claimed his 16th Nathan’s Yellow Mustard Belt, which is the most prestigious championship in all of sports.

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BOURBON & SPIRITS

by Christopher Jon

A NEW COLUMN EXPLORING THE BEST OF WHISKIES, VODKA, TEQUILA, RUM, GIN AND BEYOND

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WIDOW JANE

Looking to satisfy your palate locally? Discover great bourbon at New York’s own Widow Jane; located at 228 Conover St in Red Hook, Brooklyn. With plans to unleash some full bodied, flavor bursting bourbons into the bourbon world. Danny Franco opened the doors to their “future plans” at the distillery; while greeting family and guests at their Bar Convent & Distillery Party earlier this summer.

Showcasing their new varietal heirloom corn at 91 proof; Baby Jane is actually being called a “Heirloom Bourbon!” It already been Awarded “Worlds Best Bourbon under 2 years old” and “Gold Best in Show for an American Craft Whiskey for Under 2 years!”

This complex sipper is made with Limestone Mineral Water from the Widow Jane Mine Complex in Rosendale, NY! With the soothing aroma of Red Currant & White Tea, the Tart Cherry and Cornbread explode within your taste buds and then leaves this amazing Rum Raisin finish.

Widow Jane is easily one of the leading contenders in the current booming bourbon world!

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PENELOPE BOURBON

Penelope Bourbon is truly creating waves in a very big bourbon community!

Created with the vision of standing apart from the rest; Michael Paladini (CEO and Founder) sat down with us this summer and explained how the recent acquisition from MGP Ingredients hasn’t changed his mindset or long term goals for the company that was started by selling bottles out of the back of his trunk with his wife, Kerry! Having the incredible mindset on work with who you love and what you love; Penelope Bourbon was created by the impending birth of Michael and Kerry’s daughter; Penelope; who was born 2018! Years later, they are now the founding members of one of leaders in the bourbon world.

Getting that change to Penelope “Rio,I was blown away by just the smell that lingered across the table before it was even poured! Cinnamon Toast Crunch is the best smell to compare it to smell wise...and taste wise!

Yea this Straight Bourbon Whiskey is finished in Honey and Amburana Barrels! At 98 proof, it’s packed with cinnamon, graham cracker and vanilla! To say this may be one of the most unique bourbons I’ve evertasted would surely be an understatement! With plans to re-release Penelope Valencia (batch 2); there is no telling where the future will bring Michael and his incredible team over at Penelope!

Penelope Bourbon is located at 288 12th Ave, Roselle NJ 07203

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CIRQUE DREAMS

ILLUMINATES MOHEGAN SUN

CIRQUE DREAMS will be dazzling audiences during its 7-week, 70-city U.S. tour this holiday season. Audiences from coast-to-coast will be captivated by this brilliant and whimsical holiday spectacular. As the nation’s premier family holiday tradition, CIRQUE DREAMS CELEBRATION will convey the magic of the season with a Broadwaystyle production infused with contemporary circus arts.

Tickets are on sale for three performances from December 28th – 30th at Mohegan Sun Arena. Tickets are $25 via ticketmaster.com. Tickets will also be available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office subject to availability.

Imaginative and fun for children to seniors and everyone in between, CIRQUE DREAMS CELEBRATION features a world-renowned cast of performers accompanied by an ensemble of aerial circus acts, sleight-of-hand jugglers, fun-loving skippers, breath-catching acrobatics, and much more. An original music score includes new twists on seasonal favorites such as “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree” and “Carol of the Bells.” Singers, dancers, penguins, toy soldiers, and reindeer invoke the dreams behind a child’s eye on the most magical of nights. For more information, visit https://cirquedreams.com/

NOTHING MESSY ABOUT MESSI SANDWICH

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City and Hard Rock International are once again teaming up with global brand ambassador, Lionel Messi, to launch a new namesake menu item - the Messi Chicken Sandwich, “ Made For You by Leo Messi”

The Messi Chicken Sandwich is inspired by Messi’s love of Milanese, an Argentinean staple. Greatness comes in many forms, proven by this delicious, crispy Milanesestyle chicken breast topped with melted provolone cheese and an herbed aioli.

Paired with fresh tomatoes and arugula for a winning bite every time, the Messi Chicken Sandwich is handheld perfection served on a toasted artisan bun.

To stay tuned for announcements stemming from the “Greatness Happens Here” campaign and additional information on Hard Rock Cafe https://www.hardrockcafe.com.

RESORTS WORLD CELEBRATES SUMMER

Resorts World has been busy rolling out a new slate of food & beverage experiences, at its properties across New York State: Resorts World New York City, Resorts World Catskills and Resorts World Hudson Valley.

RW Prime, RWNYC’s fine dining restaurant, is back open with a newly imagined menu and updated ambiance. With a renewed focus on quality ingredients and expert preparation, new Executive Chef Keith Hernandez and Chef Yiu Chuen Pang, Asian culinary chef at RW Prime, have introduced an “East Meets West” theme that is sure to delight everyone looking for a memorable meal.

Resorts World Catskills (RWC) -MonsterPitBoss IPA, a collaboration between the Newburgh Brewing Company and the Resorts World hospitality team, is now available for on-site purchase and consumption at Resorts World Catskills and Resorts World Hudson Valley.

Eat local right from the Resorts World Bet Sports Bar at Resorts World Hudson Valley. RWHV has partnered with local food trucks on the weekends, including Cousins Maine Lobster, The nationally known food truck will be at RWHV on Friday, August 11 and Friday, September 8. The latest dining and entertainment news about each Resorts World property can always be found by visiting rwcatskills.com, rwhudsonvalleyny.com, or rwnewyork.com.

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YES NEXT U.S. TOUR

Following last year’s sold-out U.S. tour, YES, who are Steve Howe (guitars, vocals), Geoff Downes (keyboards), Jon Davison (vocals, acoustic guitar), Billy Sherwood (bass guitar, vocals), and Jay Schellen (drums), announced their “Classic Tales Of Yes” tour in the U.S. starting September 24 in Bethlehem, PA and ending November 4 in Riverside, CA. Look for the tour—which is the latest presentation of their ongoing concert series illuminating their classic music—to include many iconic tracks from the influential and pioneering Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees’ catalog covering 50-plus years as well as music from their acclaimed new album MIRROR TO THE SKY (released May 19 on InsideOutMusic/Sony Music).

The evening will begin with an on-site presentation by world-renowned English artist and designer Roger Dean, whose masterful artwork of striking other-worldly landscapes has graced classic album covers and posters, most prominently by YES and Asia. Every show will feature a Roger Dean gallery in the venue’s reception/foyer area

They’ll be appearing Thursday, September 28 at NYCB Theatre Westbury. Go to www.yesworld.com/live for ticketing information.

DELUXE WHO’S NEXT/LIFE HOUSE

The suite of songs by The Who on which, more than half a century ago, Pete Townshend foresaw the invention of the internet, of virtual reality and pandemic-style lockdown, is to be heard as he intended for the first time. UMR will release Who’s Next/Life House as a lavish, multi-format Super Deluxe edition on September 15th.

Featuring 155 tracks, of which 89 are previously unreleased and 57 feature fresh remixes, the set will delight longtime Who fans with its long-sought, complete picture of Townshend’s incredibly prescient songwriting, while captivating a new audience with his visionary description of a future that has, in many ways, come true. It features all of his songs, in their many stages of development, from the abandoned, audacious Life House project, started In 1969 as a follow-up to The Who’s epic Tommy, and from the undisputed rock classic of 1971 that it evolved into, Who’s Next.

The Super Deluxe edition of Who’s Next/Life House will contain 10 CDs, all remastered from the original tapes by longtime Who engineer Jon Astley, plus a Blu-ray Audio disc with newly-created Atmos & 5.1 surround mixes of Who’s Next and 14 bonus tracks by in-demand artist and producer Steven Wilson.

PETER FRAMPTON AT ROYAL ALBERT HALL

In November 2022, Grammywinning artist and virtuosic guitar player Peter Frampton performed at the historic Royal Albert Hall in London to a rapturous sold-out crowd. The special evening was filmed, capturing stunning performances of Frampton’s finest songs, and will be released as a live album on September 1 via Ume.

The record features 9 live performances with Frampton’s long-standing band of Rob Arthur, Adam Lester, Dan Wojciechowski and Steve Mackey, and includes tracks “Show Me the Way,” “Baby, I Love Your Way,” “Do You Feel Like We Do?” and more. The legendary performance is currently streaming on PBS as part of their Pledge Drive.

Additionally, Frampton is back on the road—the Never Say Never Tour kicked off last month, with stops nationwide through August.

Most recently, Frampton announced that on July 28 Intervention Records will release Frampton@50, a numbered limited-edition vinyl box set featuring Frampton’s essential 1972-1975 studio releases Wind of Change, Frampton’s Camel and Frampton.

A SPECIAL SUPPLEMENT THE 37TH MUSICIAN’S TALENT & SERVICES DIRECTORY

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ELEVATION BEAVER CREEK FESTIVAL

Elevation Beaver Creek, the highly anticipated event combining music, wine, and adventure,unveiled the first round of performers.

The roster includes prominent names such as Billy Currington, recognized for his soulful country melodies and widespread appeal, along with Michael Franti, a celebrated singer-songwriter known for his inspirational performances and powerful messages. Adding to the excitement are other notable performers, including the versatile singer and guitarist, Brian Kelley. He’s best known as the Florida representative of the hitmakers Florida Georgia Line.

In addition to these established artists, Elevation Beaver Creek will also showcase rising talents, who are poised to deliver engaging and authentic performances. Among them are Coffey Anderson, George Birge, Jordana Bryant, Liddy Clark, Alex Hall, John Hollier, HunterGirl, Ryan Larkins, Stephanie Quayle, Jobi Riccio, Josh Ross, Dylan Schneider, Matt Stell, and The War and Treaty.

Set for October 1-3, 2023, Elevation strives to bring elements of Napa and transcend them to other hand-selected markets, and locations that exemplify Zen and beauty and where the artists and industry can embrace the local culture.

For more information about Elevation, visit https://www.liveinthevineyard. com/elevation

way back in 2001,” says Mike D. “Every year, I looked forward to collaborating on art and developing the NEMHF brand identity. I am so proud of the growth of the festival and what it has done for Massachusetts — an absolute staple for holding a scene together and a true collision of many different styles, ideas and cultures. The return of the NEMHF is just cause for headbangers around New England to rejoice and revel in the resurgence of a legend, back from the grave.”

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BOUSQUET JAZZ FESTIVAL

Berkshires Jazz announced the lineup for the second annual Bousquet Jazz Festival, which takes place on Saturday, Aug. 19, at Pittsfield’s historic ski area. The event is a combination of hillside performances and indoor “apres jazz jazz”. The four groups represent a wide variety of jazz stylings, from hot swing to cool post-bop, vibrant vocals to virtuoso piano.

The popular quintet

The Lucky 5 kicks-off the event at 4 p.m. The hard-swinging jazz band blends 30’s and 40’s style swing with gypsy and Parisian flavors to create a unique blend of music that stands by itself. Combining originals and creative reworks of old standards.

The audience is encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets. Food and beverage services will be available on-site. The festival takes place rain or shine. Ticket discounts are available online. For details, go to www.BerkshiresJazz. org, or https://bousquetmountain.com/event/bousquet-mountain-jazz-festival/

METAL INJECTION FESTIVAL

The inaugural Metal Injection Festival will take over Orange County, CA from September 16-17 across two iconic venues - The Observatory and House of Blues Anaheim. The stacked and diverse lineup is a melting pot of genres, inclusive to both legendary bands as well as emerging and underground artists worth discovering.

Sponsored by Metal Blade Records, Nuclear Blast, Century Media, Thunderflix and ESP Guitars, the facemelting program will also have a learning booth in support of two very important causes, MusiCares and Suicide Prevention. This initiative will help educate attendees on mental health awareness and related resources for fans and musicians in need.

NEW ENGLAND METAL & HARDCORE FEST

New England Metal & Hardcore Fest launched back in 1999 and took place at the famed Palladium in Worcester through 2018. It was often held over two or three days, with multiple stages and top-tier acts like Megadeth, Manowar, DragonForce, Opeth

The event returns as a two-day extravaganza on September 15 and 16. Parkway Drive and Lamb of God will serve as headliners, with an incredible roster of bands gracing three stages — two outside stages and the main room.

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Two days of killer bands ranging from thrash, death, industrial, hardcore, and more from legendary names to the ones worth discovering. They’ll also have some really sweet giveaways, and special setlists including the legendary Max & Iggor Cavalera performing Morbid Visions and Bestial Devastation records in entirety, and Fear Factory celebrating their game changing Demanufacture and 25th anniversary of Obsolete.

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CINEMA ARTS CENTER are currently looking to hire Theatre Ushers, Cafe Associates, Box Office Associates & Managers, as well as a new Technical Director/Head Projectionist to oversee the technical aspects of our three theaters, projection booths, and café. Go To, https://cinemaartscentre.org/about-us/job-opportunities/to apply (TFN)

BURGEROLOGY LOCATIONS are looking for help. We are looking for manager positions, servers, busboys, and bartenders.Please email Burgerology.rvc@gmail.com. (TFN)

MUSIC STORE in Mastic looking for full & pt help. Great Perks (815) 666-6772 Joe (TFN)

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CHICAGO BLUES, harmonica vocalist looking to play 516-398-8155 nasau County Preferred (1325)

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FEMALE SINGER who can also DANCE wanted for New Orleans style BAND for VIDEO & GIGS (Brooklyn L.I. Based) Call or text Dave (917) 6224578 (1313-1316)

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AMERICANA originals with a RETRO FEEL A LA HOT CLUB Dan Hicks etc. Text or voicemail Chuxley (646) 221-0088 (1325)

MALE/FEMALE VOCALISTS NEEDED for 70’s/80’s top 40’s dance band: we are a reunited . 4 piece cover band concentrating on 70’s and 80’s pop and dance music. We play live along with additional recorded instrumentation for a very professional full sound. We are looking to start

gigging by this coming summer in bars, clubs, parties, etc. We need really good male and female singers to do songs by hall and oats, marvin gaye, donna summer, rondstadt, etc. The band is great and any musician would be proud to be part of it. Call or text: frank 631-617-9181 suffolk (1310)

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Gone Stereo are playing a show at 89 North on Friday September 29th with the bands Rodrik and Card Reader. Check Gone Stereo out at Instagram. com/Gonestereo

Long Island’s melodic Pop Punk Band Gone Stereo broke out their new self-released single entitled Twin Pines and it’s catching on real fast. Gone Stereo plays a style of Pop Punk that you would’ve heard at the famous Warped Tour, but it’s the vocal melodies that are what really makes Gone Stereo stand out. Twin Pines specifically features these harmonies throughout the song. The chorus features a double time drum beat usually heard in the genre.

Gone Stereo features members from Long Island legends Idle Vice and Wasted Time and are currently signed to Negative Progression Records. Their next song single, I’m So Sick is being released under Negative Progression Records this Fall. You can hear Twin Pines and the rest of Gone Stereo’s music on all your favorite steaming platforms.

SAXOPHONIST DANIEL BENNETT CD

Daniel Bennett played his new CD at a release party at John Jermaine Memorial Library in Sag Harbor recently.

New York saxophonist Daniel Bennett has been hailed as one of the most original and unpredictable musical voices of his generation. The Daniel Bennett Group is celebrating the release of their 9th studio album, ‘New York Nerve.’ Bennett is joined by master percussionist Koko Bermejo (drums/keyboard) and bassist Kevin Hailey.

Bennett played woodwinds in ‘Blank! The Musical,’ the first fully improvised musical to launch on a national stage. Bennett’s genre-bending sound has captivated audiences throughout the world. www. danielbennettgroup.com

YACHT LOBSTERS AT SANDS POINT PRESERVE

If you love sand, sea and surf, then the Yacht Lobsters are just what you have been looking for. They are at the forefront of a wave of music called Yacht Rock, and Kenny Loggins has been one of the leaders of the movement.

Yacht Lobsters recreates - and at times reimagines - the studio mastery of retro-rock icons Carly Simon, Hall & Oates, Donna Summer, Kenny Loggins,and others. From the shores of New York Harbor surfaces a group of seasoned / veteran musicians called YACHT LOBSTERS.

David Mendelsohn,founding member (guitars/ vocals) of YACHT LOBSTERS is originally from Dix Hills. They are represented by Ken Franklin of Radioactive Talent.

They will be performing a special show on August 29th at Sands Point Preserve, 127 Middle Neck Road, in Sands Point. This is the perfect place to picnic, there will be food trucks and the sunset views are spectacular. The show is presented by the Sands Point Preserve Conservancy. For more info 516-571-7901 or http://sandspointpreserveconservancy.org/

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WOMEN WHO ROCK

form in Daydreamer, focusing on the relationship she has with herself as well as the personal highs and lows that inform her self-identity.

September 20 with a sold-out show at Brooklyn, NY’s Baby’s All Right.

KAREN BELLA RELEASES NEW SINGLE

Karen Bella, New York-based, singer/songwriter, has rich, melodic songs that incorporate elements of folk, country, indie, rock, pop and a tinge of R&B. Bella describes her songwriting as “capturing her experiences and spirit.”

In March of 2020, her self-titled, six-song EP, produced by Josh Dion of Paris Monster, was released, then re-released in 2021, due to the Pandemic lockdown.

Her perseverance earned her a VIP audition for NBC’s The Voice, she was named a Sam Ash Music Store “Spotlight Artist,”(2019), an official Fishman endorsed artist (2019) a Yamaha Guitar Ambassador (2022) and an Elixir Strings Endorsed Artist (2022).

For the past few years, Bella has been working on a follow up project to her 2020 release. Her recent performance at the Bitter End is the start of new music being released - beginning with the first Single : RISE UP.

Produced by Josh Dion, the song discusses a heavy topic. Not giving up on your life. Connecting to your inner self - and your inner child to keep fighting, pushing through and to focus on hopewhere the light is.

The band features: Teddy Kumpel, Josh Dion, Brian Killeen & Patrick Firth. You can reach out to her at karenbellamusic@aol.com

SUZI QUATRO AND KT TUNSTALL

In the uplifting and honest “Truth As My Weapon,” Suzi Quatro and KT Tunstall reveal the softness behind their rock personas as they reflect together on the importance of truth. Sharing their experiences as women in rock together, the track is one of ten original songs written by the pair and recorded together in England. The song is the second single to be released from their upcoming Face to Face album.

Quatro brings her groundbreaking rock legacy to the project, and Tunstall brings her singersongwriter sensibilities. The natural collaboration between the two artists produces a folky, vulnerable and straight-to-the-point track, which reflects on their experiences as women in music and beyond. Featuring a theme of friendship, it’s fitting that in an age where many artists collaborate digitally in separate locations, Suzi and KT wrote and recorded their album together in England.

RITA ORA NEW ALBUM YOU & I

International critically acclaimed singersongwriter Rita Ora released her new album You & I via BMG. Threaded together to signify the different chapters of her relationship, You & I is a deeply personal body of work intrinsically linked to a new stage in Rita’s life and career and pays homage to her own eclectic tastes.

Throughout the album, Rita looks back with songs like “Girl in the Mirror,” an homage to her younger self, and “Notting Hill,” which hearkens back to her teenage years. “That Girl” features an interpolation of Eddie Murphy’s “Party All The Time” and speaks to Rita’s philosophy to have fun at every stage of life, while the defiant “Shape of Me” serves as a bittersweet ode to Rita’s relationship with her mother.

MOLLY BURCH NEW ALBUM DAYDREAMER

Molly Burch announced a new album Daydreamer due September 29th via Captured Tracks. The album announcement comes alongside her new single “Physical,” a dark and sultry ‘80s mid-tempo jam building off her reflective penmanship with open-hearted lyrics and gentle vocals.

“Physical” is the first song Burch and producer Jack Tatum (Wild Nothing) worked on together, setting the tone for the rest of the record’s sound. The track is about Burch’s public struggles with PMS, but the lyrics can easily resonate more broadly.

Renowned for her captivating vocals and vivid depictions of love and loss, Molly takes on a new

KARINA RYKMAN NEW SONG, “BEACON”

Singer-songwriter-bassist Karina Rykman has shared her latest single, “Beacon,” available everywhere. The widescreen anthem heralds Rykman’s much-anticipated debut album, JOYRIDE, arriving via AWAL on Friday, August 18. Pre-orders are available now.

JOYRIDE was initially heralded by the first single and title track, “Joyride.” Equal parts thick bass, ethereal synths, disco-funk guitar, and silky, inviting vocals, the track – which features signature lead guitar from JOYRIDE co-producer Trey Anastasio – expertly captures Rykman’s jubilant brand of sonic exploration, bridging an array of genres to arrive at her own compelling and original take on psychedelic indie rock.

Rykman will celebrate JOYRIDE with her biggest headline tour thus far. JOYRIDE Tour 2023 begins

HANNNAH WICKLUND FULL-LENGTH ALBUM

Hannah Wicklund makes a statement with “Hide and Seek,” the atomic lead single from her forthcoming sophomore album, The Prize (due October 13). “Hide and Seek” is a thrilling declaration of love characterized by powerhouse vocals and vivid imagery with an even blend of adrenaline, melody and fiery fretboard charm.

The empowering album features Kiszka on bass, keys and organ, while fellow Greta Van Fleet member, Danny Wagner, holds tempo on drums. The 10 songs on The Prize serve as a rock ‘n roll roadmap to a crossroads that Wicklund has been unknowingly gravitating towards for over a decade.

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BATTLE MAXIMUS 10TH ANNY EDITION

Ten years have passed since the release of GWAR’s masterwork known as ‘Battle Maximus.’ The record is a tribute to fallen Scumdog Warrior Flattus Maximus (AKA Corey Smoot) and was the last album recorded with vocalist Oderus Urungus (AKA Dave Brockie) before he departed the planet Earth in 2014.

In celebration of this momentous occasion (and to line their pockets with filthy lucre) GWAR are pleased to announce the release of this 10th Anniversary Edition of ‘Battle Maximus’. September 1st. In addition to being completely remixed and remastered, this edition features the final recorded vocal performance of Oderus Urungus on the previously unreleased and never-before heard song “Tammy, Queen of Dirt.”

The double vinyl also features expanded packaging, redesigned art and an embossed cover. The standard LP is Crystal Blue with Dark Blue swirl vinyl, the Bandbox exclusive version is Stained Glass vinyl, Newbury Comics version is White with Blue swirl vinyl and Revolver Icons Series features multiple different colors all with NFTs to authenticate.

MOTÖRHEAD LIVE VIDEO OF “I GOT MINE”

The second track to be revealed from the forthcoming Motörhead, Live At The Montreux Jazz Festival release is, ‘I Got Mine’. Originally released as a single in June 1983, preceding the album, ‘Another Perfect Day’, it feels fitting that this powerful live rendition from 2007 is aired in celebration of it’s 40th anniversary.

Recorded during the band’s ‘Kiss Of Death’ tour at the legendary Auditorium Stravinski on 7th July during the 2007 edition of the world renowned, Montreux Jazz Festival. This show is a tremendous statement of just how potent and perfect a trio Lemmy, Phil Campbell and Mikkey Dee were, with not just one of the more diverse set-lists of their decades together, but individual performances which prove how top of the tree each was in their own class.

Motörhead, Live At The Montreux Jazz Festival ’07 will be released on double LP, double CD and digital. Visit www.iMotorhead.com for news and updates!

KORN 2 LP “UNTITLED” DELUXE EDITION

Tempo Music is launching a Limited Edition Deluxe 2LP vinyl of KORN’S 2007-released, RIAA Gold-certified album UNTITLED. The vinyl features bonus tracks “Sing Sorrow” and “Overture or Obituary,” new artwork from the album’s original artist Richard Kirk, and a glow-in-the-dark vinyl jacket.

The vinyl arrives on July 28. The digital deluxe version will land on DSPs the same day. The vinyl release follows the celebration of the album’s 15-year anniversary.

The deluxe vinyl will be limited to 10,000 copies, in two very limited colors. Untitled was the band’s eighth studio album, featuring songs such as “Evolution,” “Hold On,” and “Kiss.” The original box set featured “Sing Sorrow” on the Deluxe CD, while “Overture or Obituary” was only available as an iTunes bonus track.

The album was originally released via EMI/Virgin on July 31, 2007. It debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Top Rock Albums Chart and at No. 2 on the Billboard Top 200 Chart.

COUNTRY

TYRA MADISON ‘PLEAD THE 5TH’

Country artist Tyra Madison has released her new single, “Plead The 5th.” The track is now available for streaming on all major platforms, allowing fans to experience Tyra’s vocals and storytelling abilities firsthand.

“Plead The 5th” highlights Tyra’s storytelling prowess as she portrays the role of a mistreated significant other who endured the lasting impact of a tumultuous relationship spanning three years. When confronted by the police about her husband’s whereabouts, Tyra skillfully exercises her right to remain silent, indicating her full awareness of the events surrounding his disappearance, or more accurately, the actions she took.“Plead The 5th” Tyra’s most recent single, “Right Girl Wrong Time,” has amassed millions of streams, further solidifying her rising star status. The music video for the song premiered exclusively on CMT.com, providing fans with an immersive visual experience.

ALT COUNTRY RENEGADE DALE WATSON

Starvation Box begins with the captivating title track, which Watson co-wrote with CMA award-winning songwriter Mike Henderson, of Chris Stapleton’s “Broken Halos” fame. The song rides a bluesy 12-string guitar riff backed by a sparse rhythm track that gives ample room for Watson’s leathery baritone voice.

As Watson explains, “Living in Marshall, TX, the area so influential to Lead Belly, I went down the Lead Belly rabbit hole. It led me to a 1957 Stella 12-string guitar just like the one Lead Belly had, which his father called a ‘starvation box.’ I knew I had to write that song as an ode to Lead Belly. What I wrote was ok but with Mike Henderson’s additions and of course, his slide guitar and harmonica, I think we came up with a fitting tribute that I hope people like.

There’s plenty more bluesy, folk and roots rock in store on Starvation Box, the album, including an ode to Elvis Presley’s mechanic, “Billy Strawn,” a fantastic cover of Percy Mayfield’s “Like A Stranger In My Own Hometown,” and the superb closer, a gospel rave-up called “Ain’t Nobody Everybody Loved.”

VICTORIA BAILEY

“FOREVER, YOU & I”

In Victoria Bailey’s songs, she carries us over an expansive emotional and musical terrain. We ride with her through the desolation of loss, over the rocky ledges of heartache, across the fields of blossoming wildflowers of new love, and along the plains of promise and newfound faith. Bailey’s vocals ring with an emotional purity that reverberates deeply. Like Emmylou Harris and Dolly Parton, Bailey dwells in her songs, drawing out every note of emotion with her vocal phrasing and musical range.

Bailey is joined on A Cowgirl Rides On by some of LA’s best musicians. “I’m really proud of the players on this album,” says Bailey. “It gave me a lot of confidence to be in the room with these guys. It showed a lot on the record; we only did a couple of takes on each song.” She heard guitarist Brian Whelan (Jim Lauderdale, Dwight Yoakam) perform on a Merle Haggard tribute, and says she was drawn to him. “He’s a great producer,” says Bailey. Other players include Ted Russell Kamp (Shooter Jennings, Tanya Tucker) on bass; Philip Glenn (Show Ponies, Jason Hawk Harris) on fiddle, mandolin, and banjo; Jeremy Long (Sam Outlaw) on pedal steel and Dobro; and Leeann Skoda on background vocals.

MAPS AND LEGENDS: THE STORY OF R.E.M.

Nottingham Press will release Maps and Legends: The Story of R.E.M. by John Hunter, the most comprehensive biography of R.E.M. yet published. Maps and Legends covers not just the band’s entire career, from Radio Free Europe to Collapse Into Now, but also delves deeply into the childhoods of each of the band members. It tells the story of each of the teenage bands one or more of the members played in before R.E.M.

To research Maps and Legends, Hunter pored through over a thousand original newspaper and magazine articles about R.E.M., and watched and listened to hundreds of video and audio interviews with the band. He also conducted new / original interviews with eyewitness sources and members of the band’s inner circle, ranging from high school classmates, bandmates, and friends of Peter Buck and Michael Stipe, to Hib-Tone Records founder Jonny Hibbert and the band’s catalyst Kathleen O’Brien, to Jeff Walls of Guadalcanal Diary and R.E.M. producer John Keane.

Maps and Legends, a whopping 706-page 6” x 9” trade paperback, is available at select retailers and online outlets.

THE PRETENDERS US HEADLINE TOUR

The Pretenders have announced a very special US headline tour, set to visit a series of intimate venues across the country beginning August 16 at New York City’s Bowery Ballroom and then continuing into early October. Limited tickets for all nine dates are on sale.

For complete details, please see thepretenders.com.

The atypical headline run heralds the eagerly awaited arrival of the Pretenders’ forthcoming new studio album, Relentless, arriving via Rhino Records on Friday, September 15. Pre-orders – including digital download, baby pink vinyl, black vinyl, and CD – are available now.

The Pretenders will further introduce Relentless by joining Guns N’ Roses as a special guest on their upcoming North American stadium tour at East Rutherford, NJ’s MetLife Stadium (August 15).

McCartney: A Life in Lyrics is a combination master class, memoir, and improvised journey with one of the most beloved figures in popular music, where each episode focuses on one song from McCartney’s iconic catalog – spanning early Beatles through his solo work.

The podcast offers listeners an unrivaled opportunity to sit in on conversations between McCartney and Muldoon where they dissect the people, experiences, and art that inspired McCartney’s songwriting. A Life in Lyrics will be released weekly starting September 20, 2023 on iHeartRadio, Apple, Spotify, and wherever podcasts are available. Pushkin+ subscribers will be able to binge the entire season on the very first day. McCartney: A Life in Lyrics will be distributed by iHeartPodcasts.

NEW PODCAST:MCCARTNEY: A LIFE IN LYRICS

Paul McCartney is teaming up once again with poet Paul Muldoon, his collaborator on the #1 bestseller The Lyrics: 1956 to the Present. This time, McCartney will invite listeners into his creative process with a new podcast coproduced by Pushkin Industries and iHeartPodcasts, out September 20, 2023.

BEASTIE BOYS 4LP EDITION OF ‘HELLO NASTY

Celebrating the 25th anniversary of Beastie Boys’ multi-platinum selling album ‘Hello Nasty,’ on September 8, 2023, UME will reissue the highly sought after and long out-of-print limited deluxe edition 4LP box set originally released as a limited run in 2009 featuring 21 bonus tracks including rarities, remixes, and b-sides. Pressed on 180g vinyl in an 8-panel gatefold package housed in a hardcover “coffee table book” slipcase with a removable sew-on patch, ‘Beastie Boys - Hello Nasty (4LP Deluxe Edition)’ is now available for pre-order at Beastie Boys’ official online store.

Preceded by the universal smash “Intergalactic,” Hello Nasty crashed into the #1 spots of charts worldwide upon its July 1998 release, with first week sales of nearly 700,000 in the U.S. alone. Buoyed by the launch of the 360 in the round tour, Hello Nasty would yield B Boys classics “Body Movin’,” “Three MCs and One DJ,” “Remote Control,” “Super Disco Breakin’” and more, win two Grammys, see the band presented with an MTV Video Vanguard lifetime achievement award, and ultimately sell some 7 million copies worldwide.

STEVE HACKETT ‘FOXTROT AT FIFTY + Legendary guitarist Steve Hackett presents his brand new live audio/ visual extravaganza, with the release of ‘Foxtrot at Fifty + Hackett Highlights: Live in Brighton’, set for release on the September 15th, 2023.

Filmed & recorded live on his 2022 UK tour, in the coastal city of Brighton, UK, this release documents Steve and his band celebrating the 50th anniversary of the much-loved Genesis album ‘Foxtrot’. Played in full, this album features fan favorites including ‘Watcher Of The Skies’ and ‘Supper’s Ready’. The show also features a set of Hackett solo material, including ‘The Devil’s Cathedral’ from his latest studio album ‘Surrender of Silence’, and the powerful ‘Ace of Wands’.

Shot by longtime collaborator Paul Green, you can now watch the band perform ‘Watcher of the Skies’ here: https://youtu.be/bFgdvFnAVX0

You can pre-order now here: https://stevehackett.lnk.to/ FoxtrotAtFiftyHackettHighlights-LiveInBrighton