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Welcome to my blog!
This weblog is an online journal. If there
is a "mission" it is to generate interest in the local music scene. I attempt to do that by attending events and talking
about my experiences in occasional posts.. I do not intend to offer criticism .. I am not a musician. I do highlight
those artists that put on a bigger and/or better show and the artists that "move me" more but even those less polished are
offering something to Long Island patrons and I'd like to see more patrons out there enjoying the good local talent.
You will find a log of my few weekly experiences. My "angle"
may be different in some ways, hopefully. I sometimes see things differently. I hope my perceptions offer some
insight on occasion and some humor.
I expect that this conversation will reveal a life that appreciates
blues. I see "blues" as musical-artistic expressions of human conditions.
I also like to provide links to other things on the web that I
find interesting. I will be commenting on the places I go to hear music and the folks I meet. I will be commenting
on the things I see and hear on Long Island and elsewhere. As much as I hate politics I may find it hard to resist commenting
on that too.
This is a personal, creative endeavor so
if there are some mistakes, well, sorry... it's free entertainment. I consider myself something of an impressionist as
it pertains to style. I am human and sometimes speak /write before I think. I can get into
trouble with these extroverted tendencies but thats why this is...what it is... a journal. I hope you find
some useful information or something entertaining on occasion....thanks for being here!!!!
Keep scrolling down for more posts and the Calendar. There is a menu of other pages as well.
One of my missions here with my Billfoolery is to promote the live music scene here on Long Island.
The more people go out and patronize clubs and events the more places will prosper and the more opportunities there will be
for artists and musicians. All that will give me, other live performance enthusiasts and general music fans more entertainment.
For that reason I offered to assist LI Pulse Magazine in their effort to publish a piece on Open Mic (and
open jam) events on Long Island. That piece in that issue is due out any day now. Look at magazine offerings wherever you
see them for the new issue in the coming days and month.
LI Pulse is a really well done magazine that covers entertainment and other topics pertaining to Long Island.
I am thrilled to be part of this effort and I hope it is both informative and helpful in generating more interest in the local
scene.
Speaking of the local scene, Saturday night I headed up to the Dirty Martini in Ronkonkoma. I was in the
mood for some gritty blues, Long Island style. There was a perfect mix of musicians and atmospheric conditions up there
and it was just what I was looking for.
The Jim Moran Band core was there with Pamela Betti and some of the Nacho Mama gang. It was Jim Moran of
course, Tim Smith on bass, Bobby Rondinelli on drums, Pam Betti on voice and personality, JD Leanord on guitar and vocals.
The name for this particular conglomeration was something like The International Submarine Silver Streak Band. It occurred
to me that the brand of blues and rock was very "Long Island.
So there you have it. A Long Island mutation hatched right there in the petry dish called The Dirty Martini.
One of their signature jam songs may have to be "Can't Find My Way Home". Either it was so well done I was moved by
it or I was concerned about getting home and that made me nervous. Either way it sounded cool. Pam Betti sounded awesome
in the gritty surroundings provided by Jim Moran and Co. It was a really good example of the flavor of blues on
Long Island.
As usual the staff at the Dirty Martini is as good as they come. Annette Funicello behind the bar even remembered
my order and in a loud room that helps so much rather than try to talk over the noise to order the specifics.
Once again, look out for the LI Pulse magazine and pass the word. Let's get the word out about live music
on Long Island.
Having the freedom to attend weeknight events is a rich luxury and I never take it for
granted. I know how most people live and I have a generally similar schedule. I just choose to work with it a little more
and pay the price when necessary. Sometimes getting through the day requires additional sources of inspiration.
This week I got late notice of a "Diva" night at Mr. Beery's on Thursday. It sort of popped up but it caught
my, and quite a few others, attention. The bill featured Pamela Betti, Sweet Suzi and Perrita. Not a bad collection of Diva's.
Not a complete collection but a good one.
Due to circumstances I could not have planned any better I was able to sneak out for two of the three
divas. I arrived around 11 and I just missed Pam Betti. Bummer. I heard she done good.
Following Ms.Pamalama was Ms. Sweet Suzi. Suzi had some good moments too. She sort of built to a crescendo
and her last tune I felt in my bones. She can bring it when she wants to and she got there last night.
There was some damn good company with her, and the others, on the stage. Between Suzi and the final diva,
Perrita, Mr.Chris (Crispy Chicken) Laybourne had some time to create.
Mr. CC was accompanied by Dave Pelegrino and some new faces on drums and six string. Laybourne had
some quality moments on sax though. I never get enough of that man's sax. He plays with a nice mix of jazz, funk and
soul and it varies a lot which makes it fresh every time. He creates. His playing is expressive of a creative voice which
is fun to listen to. It was a nice between set, set.
Last and not least was Perrita. The soul diva was recognizeable in the room from her sequened outfit and
her glittery personality during the prior acts. Perrita is larger than life in many ways, with a big smile, big pretty
hair, glam done blingfully and a nice personality.
When she finally got up and sang her fluid voice was full of soul. Perrita carried the tunes
with ease and the joy that was evident in her personality was also evident in her singing. Her sound was strong without
being loud and rich like chocolate trouffle. She was fun to listen to.
It was a surprise and a real treat of a night. The shows with multiple artists seem like a sure hit. Of
course the more talent the better the draw. It should be noted by the music hosts on the island that a way to better
secure a big crowd is more "show".
Many places have a hard time drawing a crowd with any frequency, hoping that a band will bring a crowd.
There are a lot of shows around, and lots of places and people are afraid of driving far and drinking. These things make it challenging.
A show with a bigger bill will be better at dragging people out of their houses and people need to be dragged out of
their houses.
Bar owners, bands and other interested parties need to promote often and everywhere so venues can sustain
music.
Some places have been doing it for a while and it may not be easy and the artists may not be getting rich
at those places but at least they offer a place to play and serve people and give me and you a few moments of inspiration.
Enjoy. There are lots of really good shows. And thanks for stopping by.
As I remember this has always been a popular time of year for birthdays. I was reminded last Sunday night
while taking in the jam at The Brickhouse Brewery hosted by Jim Kolman.
That was the first time in a long time I was there for a Sunday night. There was a good turn out.
Along with the vocabulous host, Jim K, there was the easy-on-the-ears Josh Allen, a big guy with a lot of
attitude, John David...or something like that and he was on any instrument he could fit behind. He played a pretty mean guitar,
albeit a loud as hell one. There were a few less experienced jammers but not bad ones and it was all handled pretty well by
the experienced host. That seems like it can be a real movie set at times. Luckily they were slipping in some Hendrix so I
got lost in the music and thats where I like to be. Allen and Kolman are comfortable with some of that Hendrix stuff.
As for the birthday reference, the man of the night was Jay Sharkey on drums. Jim did all but reveal the
mans age but he did manage to get some digs in there for the record. Kolman likes doing that.
As for Sharkey, I like the guys playing but ever since I heard him sing at Toomey's Tavern on the Krik about
a year ago I wanted more vocals. I guess it's not that easy if the guy isn't a regular vocalist but he has a good vox instrument
as well as good hands. I'd be happy with either gift. It was nice to hear him play and there was some nice music at the brew
jam.
There also happens to be a birthday event at the ET Quiggs jam Thursday night for Ralphie Santiago. That's
another good jam and another nice player and friend in the local music world. There are lot's of good players with
the enthusiastic Santiago on drums.Check that one out!
Speaking of noteworthy dates there is an anniversary tonight at The Global Sports Cafe in Medford. The Nacho
Mama boys have a happenin band there and with the cast coming for the bash it sounds like a real party. I wish I could
get there...Cest la vive.
The new calendar is posted for the week. Please feel free to let me know what I am missing. As usual I will
be adding as I do more investigating but e-mails are welcome.
If you ever feel that your family dynamic is hard to work with I suggest you call me and I will
show you something that will bring you back to earth. Long story; no, thats a novel. The point is I was sure I was going to
get out over the weekend at least one night and I got skunked. No Friday night and no Saturday night. Ouch! I missed a lot
of good stuff.
I guess I still have some good karma left in the universe because it just so happens that tomorrow is a
school holiday so I don't have to get up at an ungodly hour. I can possibly, perhaps, just maybe, fingers crossed...go
out tonight. Sunday nights don't suck either. There happen to be some good jams so all is not lost.
It could end up being a nice January Sunday. Football playoffs, a roaring fire on a cold night and some
blues somewhere to cap it off and help me get over my frustrating Saturday night.
Come join me for a Sunday night jam somewhere. I'm thinking Dirty Martini or maybe Brickhouse since they
are the closest but I could be pursuaded.
I'll be back tomorrow or Tuesday with the new calendar for the next week and something to post about this
almost lost weekend. Thanks for stopping by. Go Giants!
As I was running a few nighttime errands Tuesday night I was reminded about the jam at Dempsey's Grille
in E Meadow. I checked it out. On this occasion Jim Coleman was subbing for Russell "The Hitman" Alexander. Mike Post was
on bass, Jay Sharkey was on drums and there were a few others with instruments lurking around.
The place is a quality location. It is right on Hempstead Tpke. and just west of the Wantagh Pkwy. North
side. The room is nice. New, and about the size of The Brickhouse and there is plenty of parking. There is an outdoor-facing glass
wall behind the band making for a classy looking stage area. The crowd was on the small side but a nice demographic...so to
speak. Youthful and attractive. Coleman had their attention and one of the young ladies was inquiring about getting up and
trying her chops with some vocals.
I never had that much confidence. I wonder what that feels like. The young lady barely knew any titles but
she thought she could pull it off somehow. I didn't have time to find out unfortunately. It would have been educational
seeing how her ample self esteem handled a vocal "fender-bender" at best.
By the way, Jim Coleman has been handling open jams for others and himself for years. He is better versed than
most on a guitar having played all over the country and he runs the jam at The Brickhouse on Sunday nights which
gets a good following. Check that out some Sunday. It's a good time.
This weekend has a lot of good options for local music. It is tough to pick a show sometimes.
Andy Aledort is always a favorite being that I am pretty much a guitar slut. His Viking shows are pretty
cool. No cover usually and you can often get a good seat...and it is a late start which always helps me. His keyboard
player, Mike Demeo, is a hotshot entertainer as is the vocalist Todd.
There are many other good ones though. That 70's Band has so much talent, MISbHAVIN is hot and Sweet Suzi
& The Blues Experience are always good. Tommy Keys has a solo show which should be good. There is Russell Alexander who
is a current Grammy candidate and puts on a dynamite blues show. Kerry Kearney has a gig too. KK will
be in the Gathering of the Slides in the coming weeks. There are so many. I am usually reluctant to pick out favorites
but it is worth discussing the issue of where to go and why. Many people pick something based on location so I doubt I am
swaying much of the public especially since I only speak to proportionately small amount of the general public with my humble
blog. Try something local if you're driving and having a drink. Try something new if you're not.
I love the Sunday afternoon events. It feels sort of decadent to be partying in the daylight, to be doing
it with so many people and with such great live music and high spirits. No one can say there is not a good sized, passionate
contingent of blues artists and patrons on Long Island.
I walked into the full house at Buchmann's Grill for their last day of business. A sad note. It is
a nice place, big room, great customer-friendly ambience. They are closing their doors after a good run.
It was also a send-off party for the the winners of the LIBS Blues competition who will now be
competing in Memphis, TN for an interntaional blues competition. The winners this year are Steve Robinson a multi-talented solo
artist and JP Blues a young, 3-piece, kick-ass blues band.
JP, I had seen the night before and he knocked me out. The young guy is skilled and puts together riffs
that stir your heart with the energy of youth and some gritty blues-rock passion. Regrettably, I could not stay for their
set yesterday. They closed the show. Sunday afternoons are also difficult days to manage personal priorities.
Steve Robinson put on a set yesterday of melodic and intricate guitar playing with polished vocals
and good original songs. His array of skills is impressive. He honed those skills in Irish pubs and other
out-of-the-way venues here on the island over the years emerging as a multi-talented, seemingly "overnight" artist. His skills
tell a story of a lot of work however. Long Island is well represented...again.
Perhaps one of next years winners will be C&B Blues Revue. The guitar duo of Pat Russo and Dave
Swanson (bass) with Ed, the Hat, on drums are another young talented act (okay Ed the Hat brings the average age up a
tad but his grit is a nice element). Russo is another immensly talented and fairly well seasoned lead guitar player with a
future...and a half. Their set Sunday also included original music and they just stand there and deliver wonderfully pitched,
high energy blues and Swanson does a nice job on vocals. It is nice to hear decent vocals with good instrumental; easy on
the ears.
Speaking of good vocals Sunday was also noteworthy for a reunion of Pamela Betti with Dirty Love. The charismatic
singer had a split earlier this year with her signature band Dirty Love. Seeing them together felt like putting on an
old favorite suit and still having a good fit. It hasn't been that long but with the players having been active
locally with other collaborations it was comforting to have them back in their once familiar spots. The blond meteor,
Ms. Betti, had her mojo goin. She was digging deep and sounding great and the boys had some good energy too. Marino always
seems to deliver a little more juice that he appears to have with his calm demeanor. It was a fun set.. It will be interesting
to see how good that fit felt for them as the year progresses.
Having arrived after the 2pm start I missed the opening act, Out of the Blue (aptly named). I only know
that lead singer Laura Kelley has been seen jamming around Long Island at places like Lefty's and ET Quiggs among
others. It goes to show you that the jam nights are good places to go to put things together. That was quite a spot for
a new collaboration.
It was a fun afternoon of live music. The multi-band events have to be valuable to the
local scene. They make money! They provide a big audience for local talent and they stimulate interest in the local scene.
And it is all done with a big afternoon party with fun people, music and the celebration of blues, the music of
the real world.
To make a good stew you need good stuff to put in it. Kind of like a good band. You add stuff to get more
flavor.
I thought of that reference last night as I was enjoying Nacho Mama at The Dirty Martini. The Nacho guys
are a good mix already with Steve Interrante on sax, Charlie Interrante on bass, Tru Doty on keys, Bobby Rondinelli
was on drums for most of what I caught and joining them last night was Jim Moran on guitar and Jeannie B for some vocals.
They had some really good moments with all those pieces.
Interrante on sax always delivers those good sax moments and all those tasty pieces with it make a
big party sound. The extra bit of spice was Jim Moran. His bit of fury lifted the heat index a notch or two. It came
together well.
Some other good moments came with Jeannie B who's voice is aging nicely. The little more rasp with the little
more range take her songs a little farther. I enjoyed her "Joplin" last night, among others, and she blended nicely with
the big band behind her.
For an added surprise, JP (of JP Blues, Long Island's winner of the LI Blues Competition) stepped in for
a cameo and he, with Moran, had some killer moments. The dude can really rip it. I felt a little magic there too.
There were a lot of really good moments. Interrrante deserves a lot of credit for the sounds he puts together.
Nacho Mama and his other band, That 70's Band, are exercises in blending and it's all good.
The Dirty Martini is a favorite of mine too. Maybe it's the name, maybe it's the dim lighting, maybe it's
the gorgeous and amiable barmaids. I know it has something to do with the people who play there and there are a pretty good
amount of places to hang and watch the band. That's impotant too.
I was lucky to get out last night, sort of a last minute reprieve and I was damn lucky to end up there.
Today, Sunday, check out the big show at Buchmann's Grille in Smithtown. It is a send-off party
for the Blues Competition winners ($10 donation), the last call for Buchmann's (shutting the doors the day after) and, get
this, a reunion of Pamela Betti & Dirty Love. That all begins around 2.
My cat, Ricky, has occupied my chair behind me and he is gesturing loudly for some neck scratching.
When I need my "neck scratched" I would get laughed at if I asked so obviously but then, maybe I should try something different.
The subtle approach goes mostly un-noticed lately.
One case in point... I stopped by Lefty's Wed. night on the way back from Manhattan. A city show
ended up early-ish and I had time for one (okay two) more. Lefty's was on the way home (okay, a slight detour). There was
a younger lady out back with friends next to us guys as I accompanied the musicians for a smoke break. The lady was showing
her tatoos to her friends. We were caught looking. She came over and offered us a better look. "Um sure, why not. Let's
see them" we answered in unison. She proceeded to lower her already low waisted jeans on the left hip, then the right. I asked
if there was anything in between. She hesitated, then walked away not really commenting on my request. Soon she returned having
thought about something and showed us what was in the middle. If there was a tatoo there it was "subtle" to say the least.
Her candor was, um, welcome and a jaw dropping surprise.
A little later the lady came up to me as I sat at the bar interviewing an olive. She told me I was
attractive for an older guy. Luckily she hadn't heard any of the interview she had interrupted. And, however backhanded, it
was a welcome comment. Now here is an opportunity to test one's approach. I opted for "subtle". I said "thanks and
how old are you". She had me guess. I was close and the moment fizzled like, well, a vodka with no olives. (The very
reason I was conducting the interview). At least there was a good supply of those. I left with no more incident
and subtleties tucked deeply in pocket. I know it would have amounted to little if anything but prolonging those
moments is an art for arts sake...at least for someone who deals in words so often. Such fodder is rich content as you
can see.
As for the show in the city I was lucky enough to be invited to see The Harlem Blues Project at BB Kings.
The Harlem Blues Project is Junior Mack on guitar, Saron Crenshaw on guitar, Jerry Dugger on vocals and bass and Barry Harrison
on drums. Mack and Crenshaw head their own blues bands as well as front the HBP. Both had some magic hands and Dugger was
as smooth with bass as he was on vocals. The four dapper dudes kept it going for two hours with an entirely upbeat blues,
guitar roll. Great stuff for a guitar fan and some cool vocals.
The warm-up act was Lipbone Redding. He had a bass and a drummer for company.Good company.
Lipbone is a clever singer and guitar player and he also plays an air trumpet. Not a bad one either. Louis
Armstrong might not be proud but he would have enjoyed the soulful covers. Lipbone is in-part a Louie Armstrong
impressionist. He also has some fun original stuff and he is an entertaining lead guy.
The acts were definitely entertaining. As a matter of fact both lead guitars in Harlem Blues and Mr. Redding
all had hats, Derby's. Was there a memo I missed? They looked cool. I doubt I would.
It is good to go to new neighborhoods. Thanks Kathy Bluesbrat and Audrey C. It was good food for the senses
and the memory bank. All those details of the music, the places, the people can't be made up.
I also picked up a new issue of Aural Fix Communique at Lefty's. It is a surprisingly relevant periodical
every time I pick it up. It covers Long Island and it covers the acts that play in your own back yards..so to speak. They
also cover a lot of the younger stuff and I get some of my 411 about that from them.
Of particular note in the current issue is an interview of Pamela Betti. The lady attracts a lot of
interest with her vocal chops of course but also with her sense of humor (professionally honed) and her glowing blond charisma.
Something about the depth of her blondness stuns me. I get trance-like and I imagine smelling white flowers in a meadow
and a light spring breeze. I get a little lost (not that I need an excuse). Anyway, it is a nice little interview.
A nice paper. I enjoy it.
Thanks for checking in and getting through this long winded post. I hope to see you out there this weekend.
First of all let me point out that it is midweek and there are jams galore. Check out the
jam schedule for a jam (or open mic) near you.
Of special note this week is the last week of the Buchmann's Wed. night jam with The Jim Moran Band and
Pam Betti (who joins in often). Buchmann's Grill is slated to close after the weekend. Apparently the Sunday show for
the Memphis contingent (see sched.) is the last show we will be able to enjoy by the wonderful hosts at Buchmann's Grill.
It bums me out when a nice place like that has to turn the lights off. Anyone out there with some money in the bank and
a love of music can probably pick up where they are leaving off and take a shot. I know it is a hard road but it is worth
the effort. There is some great music around here and especially in that neighborhood and the demographics don't suck up there
for a nice eating, entertainment establishment...one would guess. Anyway, I hope all involved make it out okay and something
else nice pops up ...there or somewhere.
I expect it will be a busy week for me...with a few shows I want to make on nights and days I don't
usually do. That's a good sign for the local scene. There are always good shows. Too many for me to get to.
The carrot keeps moving. I keep searching and tomorrow is another chance for inspiration.
Whatever it takes to get a crowd is a good thing I guess. Saturday night I walked in to Lefty's in
Lindenhurst to catch Flaming Merkin and for the first hour I was entertained by the AFC Wildcard football game between the
Steelers and the Jaguars. It was a helluva game and I enjoyed watching the Jaguars gut one out (on like, 6 tv screens). The
crowd was into it, mostly for Pittsburgh. Many people split when the game ended. The place was jumping. Lefty's has to like
that.
The remaining crowd was still pretty big and they turned their attention to the opening act which was
a solo singer/guitar player. Not bad but not my type...sort of John Mayer but with more strumming than blues licks.
Finally...Flaming Merkin came on. They were a pleasant surprise. I wanted to hear something new. They
were new. They worked at a lower volume which was a revelation. They expressed a full range with a nice melody and nary
an instrument nor a voice busted a tube or a vein. They played mostly originals. The influences were Radiohead and some other
Brittish and ska sounding ideas and they were tight. It was a promising event. The fact that it was largely original
was promising too. They are worth the price of admission. Check them out sometime.
The coming week has some cool stuff. I'll post the schedule as soon as I gather it all. I did see on the
billboard at Boulton Theater in Bay Shore that Edwin McCain will be in town on the 11th of this month. Check him out sometime.
I also saw that Kerry Kearney is playing the Boulton in the coming weeks.
The Boulton Theater in Bay Shore is a really nice venue and they get national acts regularly. Check it out
sometime soon. There is a link on one of the Links pages here.
Also...if a band or musician has to cancel a show they can let me know. I'll post it immediately.(Bill@Billfoolery.com) I know this ain't Newsday but I try to get people to come here for the calendar so I like it to be accurate. By the way
if anyone would like to place a big freaking ad on the home page here for a commercial cause I am willing to discuss it with
some renumeration. The holidays destroyed any financial cushion I had (and I had none) so I might want to make some moolah
here with my humble little site. It gets a good number if hits so it may be worth it. Let's talk.
Lefty's still had holiday decorations up and the room still had a festive look. This night was Arty Panico's
birthday and it was the Wed. night jam so the place had a pregnant feel about it...like it could be, might be a special night
at the old Lefty's jam.
The characters sauntered in one by one seemingly and after a while, maybe eleven thirty, there was
a good array of guests and players. The frigid winter air must have kept the younger crowd away who usually occupy the outside,
beer-pong area and who filled some of the spaces in the front room. It was a better than average, but less than overflowing...
but friendly and appreciative crowd.
Other than the Blue Matter boys there was Jim Kolman, Popa G, Derek Hensley, Johnny Cola, Rich from Fourteen
Feet and a few others that hung out and listened. It was a good night of music.
The last set, which whittled down to Ralphie Santiago on drums, Arty Panico on git and Popa G also on a
6 string, got funky good. That usually happens when Popa G gets on a roll. I think the last song opened and closed with the
Flinstones theme song and in between was sort of "Felix the Cat with a blunt". Let a couple of free-spirits go at it
and all kinds of references come up...kind of like the objects flying by the windows as Dorothy's house was traveling on the
tornado.
Hmmm, maybe I was the one in the house. Anyway, it ended up being a good night of some free styling
and jamming and Happy Birthday Arty. Thanks to Dawn (Naked Body Guitar) who brought the mother of all canoli's for
some of the best munching I have ever enjoyed. Yee haa.
See you all someplace this weekend. Thanks for stopping by.
I don't know about you but 2008 is more welcome than a sorority girl at a frathouse. I am grateful
for every day I have with my family, friends and "interests" but the price is high sometimes and I think it should be,
and will be, easier in the future; starting now!
My "resolutions" are to look forward and enjoy every day...as best as possible. Find a way to
make the best of every circumstance and find a way to create better ones in the future. Another is not to let the significant
birthday I have coming in April (Taurus fans?) affect me in a negative way. In fact I hope it motivates me to try and get
back the physical form I vaguely remember having. That's for starters. I'll probably add to that list in the coming weeks.
As for the immediate future I will post a new schedule for the week very soon. But speaking of significant
birthdays a fellow soldier in the march of the baby boomers, Arty Panico of Blue Matter, is celebrating his "significant"
birthday Wednesday night at his usual Open-mike jam at Lefty's. Arty is a
talented artist and guitar player and he chooses to mark his moment doing what he loves, playing guitar.
It happens to be a holiday week for many still. Can I suggest you come down to Lefty's and hear a talented
player who does it because he loves it? If you happen to be a player come down with an instrument. Arty loves playing with
others. It is a good jam and a friendly crowd. Bring your friends too.
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Live Music Calendar (Posted Mondays,
edited all week. By Billfoolery.com ) Use of this calendar in full or in part without specific
permission or acknowledgement is prohibited. ______________________________________________________
Tuesday, Feb 7
*Jazz
w/ Ian Petillo, Yayoi Ikawa (piano) and Friends @ Walk St Tavern, 1218 Jerichp Tpke, N Hyde Park 8:30 Jam (Rob Jack & Co) @ Ziggy's, Massap. 8
Fat Tuesday,
Jazz w/ Al Cardillo @ Iavaronne Cafe, N Hyde Park 7 - 10
Long
Beach Jazz Jam @ LB Community Center, Magnolia & Pine. 7
In the Round @ Stephen
Talkhouse, Amagansett 8
jam w/
JD Leonard. @ The Roadhouse (formerly Stadium Pub)Vets Hwy, Bohemia 8
*Jam
w/ Geo Cintron, Rob DeMartino @ Katies, Smithtown 9
Jam w/ John Capadonna (Almost
Queen), Paul Gilmore and more @ Ollies Point, Amity 9
Jim Moran & Danny
Kean on GothamRadio.com every night at 10pm. New show every week. ___________________________________________
Wednesday, Feb 8
Cafe Ali Radio on Radio 90.1, Wusb w/ Ahmad Ali
7 - 9 am
Skip Bement @ Porters on the Lane, Bellport 6:30
LI
Blues Warehouse w/ Mark Klein. Encore Presentation of Sunday night show. LIBlues.com 7 - 9
Don
Olsen @ Post Office Cafe, Babylon 7
New Open Mic @ Fadeleys,
Patch 8
Jazzaphonic w/ Frank Bellucci @ The Homestead, Oyster Bay
8
January Jazz Jam w/ Al Cardillo, Sue Giordano and Lou Messana @ Metropolitan Bistro
(formerly Tupelo Honey) Sea Cliff 8 - 10:30
Jim Moran jams every Wed. @ Neirs Tavern, Woodside 8
Live
Art Fusion w/ Fusion Collective and 10 Artists @ 841 East Lounge, Hunt 8
Rattlesnake
Dawn @ Bobbiques, Patch 8:30
Harris Bros (Dee, Tom, Niles) @ KJ Farrells,
Bellmore 8:30
New Open Mic w/ Host Shaun Lally @ Hometowne Tavern, 2800 Pond
Rd., Ronkonkoma 9
Jazz Jam w/ Andy Ahr & Friends @ Horace & Sylvia's,
Babylon 9 to 12:30
Jam
w/Don Celenza, Dave Patrick Jam @ Mickey Mo's Cafe & Lounge, 428 Sunrise Hwy, Lynbrook 9 - 12
Johnny B Jam @ E Quoge Pub . Montauk Hwy., E Quoge 9
Jules Radino Jam at Painters in Bayport 9:30
Open Mic w/ Tom Meyers @ Velvet Lounge, E Setauket 9
JazzJam w/ Vincenzo & Co. @ The Dunton Inn, So. Country Rd., Patchogue 9
Jazz jam @ The Breakers,, Bayville w/ Matt
Manning. 8:30
jammin @ 50 Yardline. W Babylon 8:30
Jam
w/ Joe Vicino & Friends @ Sunset Grill, Seaford 9
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Thursday, Feb 9
Bay Burger Jazz Jam. Sag Harbor 7-9
Pep & The Soul Explosion (2 for 1 Dinner specials) @ Riverhouse Grill, Freeport 7
Stevie Cochran @ Big Daddy's, Massap 7
Folk 2 Funk Festival Opens w/ Funk Fashion Show and Ladies Nt @ Long Bch Library 7:30
Cathy Kreger @ Hudson's Mill, Massap 7:30
**New Jam w/ Debbie Knapper
and Knappertime Band @ The High Note, Amityville 8
Jam w/ Tru
Live Productions @ Hub Billiards (20 pool tables, couches, food menu) 4600 Austin Bl, Island Park 8
Tom Rooney's Open Jam @ Ric Jamisons,
342 Rte. 25a, Mt. Sinai 8-11
John Haseth, Shinya Myamoto and friends Jammin
@ Bobbique's, Patch
Jazz/blues Jam w/ Al Cardillo, Perrita Kitson,
Frank Bellucci, Bill Heller and more @ Wickers. 203 Old Country Rd., Hicksville 8:30-11:30
Gail Storm @ Lola's Kitchen, Long Bch 9
New Open Mic w/ Shaun Lally @ D19, 519 Hawkins Ave., Ronkonkoma 9
Jam w/ Jim Moran jam @ Pete Place, Church St, Bohemia
9
Electric Open Mic w/ Ralph Palladino @ Minnesota's Bar &
Grill, Long Bch. 9
Jam w/Curt Arnel, Glen Goldman, Paul K and Tim Smith @ Juggs & Strokers, Merrick 9
Open Mic (rock) @ Zebra Club, Copiague
Jam
w/ Tommy Mudcat, Ian Petillo, Mark Mancini, Paul Bassi @ The Breakers, Bayville 9
*Mike Nugent Jam @ Cantebury Ale, Oyster Bay ("every other week") 9
Frank Walker Open Mic @ the Irish Cottage, Massap
Jam @ The Bellport
Restaurant, 169 So. Country Rd., Bellport. hosted by owner/chef, Taylor Alonso. Rock, blues, jazz,country. 9:30
DJ & Karaoke @ Blue Parrot, Massap. 10
New Open Mic w/ Caleb White
@ Whoville, Bethpage. 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month 10pm
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Friday, Feb 10
WUSB Radio 90.1 FM w/ Mark Klein 8 - 10 am
Bobby Sexton @ Sayville
Inn 6
Rock Bottom & Friends @ Blue Parrot, Massap 6:30
MLC Band @ Lily Flanagans, Islip 6:30
Rhythm & Strings @ Declan Quinns, Bay Shore 6:30
Catfish John @
RS Jones, Merrick 7
Fivestone @ KJ Farrells, Bellmore 7
Russ Seeger @ Perfecto Mundo, Commack 7:30
Gail Storm @ Port
Wash Library 7:30
Beginnings (Big Band) Valentins "Songs From the Heart"
@ Dix Hills PAC 7:30 $
Troubadour East, Singer/Songwriter Series w/ Cathy Kreger,
Katie Pearlman, Rorie Kelly and India Eaton @ Beanberry Cafe, Miller Place 7:30
Folk 2 Funk Festival w/ Gathering Time @ Long Bch Library 7:30
Poco
(acoustic) @ Boulton Center, Bay Shore 8 $55
Southside
Johnny & Asbury Jukes @ The Paramount, Hunt 8 $
Rick & Ted @ Jimmy
Hay's, Island Park 8
Dead Ahead @ Big Daddy's, Massap 8:30
Ian Petillo and Legacy Jazz Band @ Glen Cove Mansion, 200 Dosoris Ln. 8 - 12
Joe
Rock & The All Stars @ Ciao Baby, Massap
Li'l Cliff & The Cliffhangers
@ Shandon Court, E Islip 9
Mike Nugent w/ Al Santorielo @ Cantebury Ales, Oyster Bay
9
Stevie Cochran and Al Levy @ Corner Galley, Massap 9
Rock Candy @ Mill Creek Tavern, Bayville 9
Mary Lamont
Band's Rockin Twang Show w/ special guests @ Buckley's, Valley Stream 9
Dr. K'S Motown Revue @ Dix Hills PAC 7:30
$ Valentines Party w/ Sultana and her Band w/ Special guest
Ajax Bernard @ Amer. Legion Hall #390, Hempstead 8 $
Abraxas (Santana
Trib) @ Four Doors Down, Mattituck 8
Citizen Cope @ The Paramount, Hunt
8 $
Gail Storm @ Hotel Indigo, Riverhead 8
Carrie McQuade Trio
@ Babylon Fish & Clam, 458 Fire Isl Ave. 8
Nina Etc. @ Dockside Cafe, 301
Bergen Ave., W Babylon 8
Mike Nugent w/ Deena Corvino @ Locust Valley Inn
8
That 70's Band Valentines Party and Dinner @ Woodbury CC 8 $ Jonathan Edwards @ The Boulton Center, Bay Shore
8 $35
Megalomania (Black Sabbath Trib) @ Sinclairs Pub, W Babylon 8
Ed
Kaercher @ Jack Halyards, Oyster Bay 8
The Other Shoe (Folk 2 Funk Fest) @ Long
Bch Library 8
My Favorite Mistake @ Kelli's Canyon Rest., Selden 8:30
Net Prophets @ Farrells, W Islip 8:30
Meadowgrass ( Bluegrass Orchestra) @4 W Vilage Green, Hicksville 9
The Electrix @ JD Gates, Glen Cove 10 BiLLfOoLeRy.CoM ______________________________________________________________
Sunday Feb 12 See JazzFest Schedule Above. Click on the logo.
Jazz Brunch @ Big
Daddy's, Massap 12
Gail Storm @ Resorts Casino, Jamaica 12
Charlie Danes @ Grey Horse Tavern, Bayport
(brunch) 1 - 3
Music Sets the Table, Benefit for the Homeless w/ Joseph
& Friends, Kerry Kearney, Chris Cauley Collective, Joe Rock & The All Stars, Noah's Ark and more @ Congr.
Church of Patch., 95 E Main. 2pm Sugg donation $10 and non perishable food accepted.
Folk 2 Funk Fest @ Long Bch Library 2
Benefit for Children of Hope w/ Playback,
Current Affair and more @ Mulcahy's, Wantagh 3 $35
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