THE SMITHEREENS ESTEEMED DRUMMER DENNIS DIKEN CHATS ABOUT TOURING AND A NEW ALBUM COMING IN 2020!

D   E   N   N   I   S

D   I   K   E   N

ACCOMPLISHED DRUMMER 

with

T H E  

S M I T H E R E E N S 

also performed with

BEN E. KING- RONNIE SPECTOR-DAVE DAVIES-LOU REED-THE BEACH BOYS

NEW ALBUM COMING 2020!

Founded in New Jersey in 1980, The Smithereens have been creating electrifying, original rock’n’roll for 39 years. Jim Babjak (guitar,) Dennis Diken (drums,) and Mike Mesaros (bass) grew up together in Carteret and lead singer, the late Pat DiNizio, hailed from Scotch Plains. The band paid its dues in clubs all over the NYC tri-state area from Kenny’s Castaways in Greenwich Village to the Court Tavern and Stone Pony in NJ. As The Smithereens’ fame escalated, they were in heavy rotation on MTV and appeared on The Tonight Show, Conan O'Brien, and Saturday Night Live. They’ve since performed on stages coast to coast from the Greek Theatre in Los Angeles to the Meadowlands Arena in NJ to Radio City Music Hall in Manhattan, and internationally from Europe to Australia. Tour mates have included Tom Petty, Squeeze, The Pretenders, Lou Reed, and Ramones, among others.

​The Smithereens’ take no prisoners sound, reflecting their Garden State roots, has resonated with fans worldwide over the course of 17 albums and 2500+ live shows. Their most recent release, COVERS, features 22 of the bands favorite songs first recorded by other artists. They've also inspired generations of musicians, including Kurt Cobain, who counted The Smithereens as a major influence on Nirvana.

And with the 2017 passing of Pat DiNizio, the surviving members have decided to persevere and carry on their shared musical legacy. Using guest vocalists including Robin Wilson of the Gin Blossoms and Marshall Crenshaw, they continue to entertain and rock fans all over the U.S. and the world!  

THE SMITHEREENS

COVERS

The Game of Love (Wayne Fontana & The Mindbenders)

The Slider (T. Rex)

Ruler of My Heart (Irma Thomas)

Wooly Bully (Sam the Sham & the Pharaohs)

Let’s Talk About Us (Otis Blackwell)

Girl Don’t Tell Me (Beach Boys)

Up In Heaven (The Clash)

Time Won’t Let Me (The Outsiders)

Gloomy Sunday (Billie Holiday)

Yer Blues (Beatles)

One After 909 (Beatles)

I Want to Tell You (Beatles)

It Don’t Come Easy (Ringo Starr)

Well Alright (Live) (Buddy Holly)

Rosie Won’t You Please Come Home (The Kinks)

World Keeps Going ‘Round (The Kinks)

Downbound Train (Bruce Springsteen)

The Seeker (The Who)

Something Stupid (Frank and Nancy Sinatra)

Lust for Life (Iggy Pop)

The Stroll (The Diamonds)

Shakin’ All Over (Johnny Kidd and the Pirates)

***** (5) Stars  Great album!
available at amazon.com

Websites 

The Smithereens: https://www.officialsmithereens.com/

Store: http://www.officialsmithereens.com/store

Jim Babjak: https://www.jimbabjak.com

Facebook

The Smithereens main FB page: https://www.facebook.com/TheSmithereensOfficial/

The Smithereens Official FB Group for Fans: https://www.facebook.com/groups/92052668353/

Jim Babjak Official FB Fan Page: https://www.facebook.com/JimBabjakOfficial

Twitter

The Smithereens:  https://twitter.com/SmithereensHQ / @SmithereensOfficialBandPage

Jim Babjak: https://twitter.com/TheJimBabjak / @JimBabjakSmithereens

YouTube

The Smithereens: http://www.youtube.com/officialsmithereens

Instagram

The Smithereens: https://www.instagram.com/official_smithereens /

D  E  N  N  I  S
D  I  K  E  N

T H E  S M I T H E R E E N S

SPECIAL GUEST on
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UPCOMING SHOWS

19 Sat Oct

THE SMITHEREENS w/MARSHALL CRENSHAW in Pawling NY

Daryl's House Club

26 Sat Oct

THE SMITHEREENS: A NEW JERSEY HALL OF FAME CELEBRATION AT THE STONE PONY

The Stone Pony

27 Sun Oct

THE SMITHEREENS NJ HALL OF FAME INDUCTION

Asbury Park Convention Hall

01 Fri Nov

THE SMITHEREENS w/MARSHALL CRENSHAW in Natick, MA

The Center For Arts In Natick

02 Sat Nov

THE SMITHEREENS w/MARSHALL CRENSHAW in East Greenwich, RI

The Greenwich Odeum

15 Fri Nov

THE SMITHEREENS w/MARSHALL CRENSHAW in Port Washington, NY

Jeanne Rimsky Theater

30 Sat Nov

THE SMITHEREENS w/MARSHALL CRENSHAW in Tarrytown, NY

Tarrytown Music Hall

 20 Fri Dec

THE SMITHEREENS w/MARSHALL CRENSHAW in Scituate, MA

River Club Music Hall

18 Sat Jan

THE SMITHEREENS w/ROBIN WILSON in New York City

Sony Hall

TICKETS

07 Sat Mar

THE SMITHEREENS w/MARSHALL CRENSHAW in West Long Branch, NJ

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'APRIL WINE' LEGENDARY FOUNDER & FRONTMAN MYLES GOODWYN SPECIAL GUEST ON INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS W/RAY SHASHO ON BBS RADIO

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G   O   O   D   W   Y   N

SINGER-SONGWRITER-GUITARIST-PRODUCER-AUTHOR

and FOUNDER OF CANADA'S LEGENDARY ROCK BAND

A   P   R   I   L    W   I   N   E

NEW ALBUM 

Myles Goodwyn and Friends

 of the Blues II

Singer, guitarist, writer, producer and leader of the band April Wine, Myles Goodwyn’s passion and drive shaped and directed the group from its earliest beginnings. He is the only remaining original member of the group since the inception of April Wine in 1969. Goodwyn grew up poor and is the classic “small-town kid makes good” success story. As a young teen, Goodwyn honed his skills, playing in bands such as East Gate Sanctuary and Woody’s Termites. From the very beginning, Goodwyn plotted the course of the band. His unique but classic rock voice gives April Wine a distinct and immediately recognizable sound. Ranging from hard rock classics to soulful ballads, his vocal range and style can really grab a hold of you. His songwriting skills are prolific.

He has penned virtually every April Wine song. He has a knack with words and seems to have an ability to write a catchy tune at will. Through the ups and downs and changing faces of the band, the one thing that has remained constant is Myles Goodwyn. Even today and with their latest release and shift in direction, his voice is as strong and apparent as ever.

Now in its fourth decade, April Wine continues to charge ahead as one of Canada’s very best rock bands. And as far as rock history goes, Myles Goodwyn is already a living legend (especially in the annals of Canadian rock history), being known as one of the all-time greats.

In Just Between You and Me, Goodwyn shares the story of his upbringing, first at home in rural New Brunswick and then in the music business as the lead singer of one of Canada’s most popular bands ever, April Wine. Myles Goodwyn, leader of April Wine, has shaped and directed the group from its earliest beginnings. April Wine has sold over 20 million recordings worldwide.
Myles Goodwyn and Friends Of The Blues, the follow-up to his JUNO- nominated (Canada’s Grammy) and East Coast Music Award winning blues debut. Set for release on October 25th via Linus Entertainment, Friends Of The Blues 2 has 13 original songs written by Goodwyn and a cover of “All Over Now” by Bobby Womack.

M Y L E S

G O O D W Y N

S P E C I A L   G U E S T

on INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS 

W/RAY SHASHO

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MYLES GOODWYN

AND FRIENDS  OF THE BLUES

Some of the Friends joining Goodwyn are Jack de Keyzer, Garret Mason, David Wilcox, Amos Garret, Kenny "Blues Boss" Wayne, Joe Murphy, Frank Marino, Shaun Verreault, Bill Stevenson, Rick Derringer and more.                                                         

           

MYLES GOODWYN

FRIENDS OF THE BLUES   2

                

COMING OCT 25TH

 NEW RELEASE!
available at amazon.com

Myles Goodwyn and Friends Of The lues, the follow-up to his JUNO- nominated (Canada’s Grammy) and East Coast Music Award winning blues debut. Set for release on October 25th via Linus Entertainment, Friends Of The Blues 2 has 13 original songs written by Goodwyn and a cover of “All Over Now” by Bobby Womack.

MYLES GOODWYN

"Just Between You and Me"

Also purchase the memoir by Myles Goodwyn entitled Just Between You and Me, Goodwyn shares the story of his upbringing, first at home in rural New Brunswick and then in the music business as the lead singer of one of Canada’s most popular bands ever, April Wine. 

Available at amazon.com

For more information about Myles Goodwyn

and April Wine
 visit …
MYLES GOODWYN

 www.mylesgoodwyn.com   
 and www.facebook.com/mylesf.goodwyn

APRIL WINE

www.aprilwine.ca  
or www.facebook.com/AprilWineOfficial

APRIL WINE TOUR DATES

OCTOBER

Oct 10/19 Centre for the Arts Burlington, ON SOLD OUT!

Oct 11/19 London Music Hall London, ON

Oct 18/19 Clyde Iron Works Duluth, MN

Oct 19/19 Media Ballroom Minneapolis, MN

NOVEMBER

Nov 08/19 Molson Canadian Centre Moncton, NB

Nov 22/19 Akwesasne Mohawk Casino Hogansburg, NY

2020 TOUR DATES

APRIL 2020

Apr 15/20 Flato Markham Theatre Markham, ON

Apr 16/20 Richmond Hill PAC Richmond Hill, ON

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TONY BROCK LEGENDARY DRUMMER W/ROD STEWART & THE BABYS SPECIAL GUEST ON INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS W/RAY SHASHO BBS RADIO 1

T   O   N   Y

B   R   O   C   K

LEGENDARY DRUMMER

SINGER-PRODUCER

with BRITISH ROCKERS

T H E   B A B Y S

and 
R O D  S T E W A R T

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW

Tony Brock is one of the world’s most explosive and technically brilliant drummers. As a pro drummer since the age of 15, Tony’s playing credits feature a who’s who of world-class musicians. 

In addition to being a founding member of THE BABYS, Tony has toured and/or recorded with Rod Stewart during Rod’s heyday, Elton John, Jimmy Barnes, Jeff Beck, Bernie Taupin’s Farm Dogs and Roy Orbison to name but a few.

He has worked with such luminary producers such as Don Gehman, Ron Nevison, Keith Olson, Greg Lake and Jimmy Iovine. Tony’s production credits include Jimmy Barnes, Keith Urban and soundtracks from TV shows (Baywatch/Flipper) to movies (Just One of the Guys.) Remixing credits include 311, Korn and Ryan Down in partnership with Paula Jones.

Tony produced the latest BABYS album I’ll Have Some of That in his studio- Silver Dreams Studios, which is also where the band's first video was shot.

Some of The Babys biggest hits include … Every time I think of You, Isn't It Time, Back on My Feet Again, Midnight Rendezvous, Head First, You (Got It), Give Me Your Love, Turn and Walk Away, A Piece of the Action and Looking for Love.  

Tony also makes a killer cup of tea! 

THE BABYS

A N T H O L O G Y 

available 

at 

amazon.com

        TRACKS 

  1. If You've Got The Time (2000 Remastered Version)

  2. Head Above The Waves (2000 Remastered Version)

  3. I Love How You Love Me (2000 Remastered Version)

  4. Looking For Love (2000 Remastered Version)

  5. Isn't It Time (2000 Remastered Version)

  6. Give Me Your Love (2000 Remastered Version)

  7. Silver Dreams (2000 Remastered Version)

  8. Money (That's What I Want) (2000 Remastered Version)

  9. Everytime I Think Of You

  10. Head First (2000 Remastered Version)

  11. Love Don't Prove I'm Right (2000 Remastered Version)

  12. Back On My Feet Again (2000 Remastered Version)

  13. Midnight Rendezvous (2000 Remastered Version)

  14. Anytime (2000 Remastered Version)

  15. Turn And Walk Away (2000 Remastered Version)

  16. Sweet 17 (2000 Remastered Version)

  17. Gonna Be Somebody (2000 Remastered Version) 

THE BABYS

I'll Have Some of That!

available

at

amazon.com

LATEST RELEASE!

T O N Y    B R O C K
LEGENDARY DRUMMER
w/ROD STEWART
& THE BABYS
special guest 
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For more information about Tony Brock and The Babys

visit

www.thebabysofficial.com  and

www.facebook.com/TheBabysOfficial

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ROBERT "KOOL" BELL BASSIST-SINGER-SONGWRITER WITH KOOL & THE GANG CELEBRATING '50 YEARS' WITH THE R&B-SOUL AND FUNK LEGENDS

R  O  B  E  R  T

"K  O  O  L"

B  E  L  L

SINGER-SONGWRITER-BASSIST

for LEGENDARY R&B, SOUL

 & FUNK GROUP

K  O  O  L  &  T  H  E   G  A  N  G

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW

Kool & the Gang, officially launched in 1969, after performing for five years under various band titles, has influenced the music of three generations and, at the age of 50, the band has become true recording industry legends.

Thanks to iconic songs like Celebration, Cherish, Jungle Boogie, Summer Madness and Open Sesame, they’ve earned two Grammy Awards, seven American Music Awards, 25 Top Ten R&B hits, nine Top Ten Pop hits and 31 gold and platinum albums.

In 1979, Kool & the Gang unveiled a smooth new sound with Ladies Night and became their first platinum album. The #1 R&B title track reached #8 at Pop. It was followed by Too Hot (#3 R&B, #5 Pop). The 80’s would see them dominate the mainstream, starting with the double platinum-selling album Celebrate (driven by the international monster hit Celebration, which spent six weeks atop the R&B chart and became a #1 Pop single).

In 2014, they were honored with a BET Soul Train Lifetime Achievement Award and in October 2015, in the town they sing about in one of their earliest hits, “Hollywood Swinging,” Kool & the Gang was honored to take their place as American musical icons with a star on The Hollywood Walk of Fame.

In 2016, they released a single, "Sexy (Where’d You Get Yours),” which rose to #15 on the Billboard Adult R& B chart. The song signifies a modernization of Kool & the Gang’s unmistakable sound, down to the dance floor-tailored bass grooves and the perfectly timed horns. It was their first airplay chart hit in a decade.

Kool & the Gang’s 50th Anniversary is here and here’s how they have begun to celebrate the milestone:

Induction into the New Jersey Hall of Fame.

In a touching tribute, a street they grew up on in Jersey City has been renamed in their honor: “Kool & the Gang Way.”

“Celebration” was inducted into the Grammy Hall Of Fame

Kool’s bass is displayed at the new Smithsonian Institution National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington, DC.

Artifacts from the band’s archive have recently gone on display, next to Count Basie, at the newly- opened Grammy Museum Experience in Newark, NJ.

Induction into the Songwriter’s Hall of Fame.

Kool & the Gang continues to delight fans around the globe with their timeless hits and amazing live performances.

For more information about

Robert “Kool” Bell and 
Kool & the Gang

visit…

www.koolandthegang.com …Official website

www.facebook.com/koolandthegang  …Facebook

Le Kool Champagne is a Joint Venture between Just 
Kool Enterprises &

One World Media Group

Robert “Kool” Bell

Founding Partner

Mohamed Moretta

Managing Partner

Olfa Moretta

Development Manager

Eric Omore

Business Affairs Manager

www.lekoolchampagne.com … Just Kool Champagne

R O B E R T
"K O O L"
B E L L
BASSIST WITH THE LEGENDARY
K O O L  &  T H E  G A N G
SPECIAL GUEST 
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with RAY SHASHO
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