Tune In, Turn On
By Doug Deutsch
How do bands pick their names? That immediately came to mind when I first heard the moniker Flogging Molly, so we asked FM’s vocalist/front-man Dave King about it.
“We used to play there (Molly Malone’s, popular nightclub in Hollywood, Calif) every Monday night, and we felt like we were flogging it to death, so we called the band Flogging Molly,” said King.
The Irish-American, seven-piece Celtic punk band[2] formed in Los Angeles in 1995; they’ve been going strong and touring regularly since, with a new EP, “’Til The Anarchy’s Restored,” just released. “The idea of an EP wasn’t in our minds, but it turned out to be a nice surprise,” says King. “We kind of liked the way the album flowed, with each song running into each other. We were back working with Steve Albini (prolific indie artist/recording engineer/music journalist formerly with Big Black, Rapeman and Flour; currently with Shellac), and we wanted to record ‘Drunken Lullabies’ and ‘What’s Left of the Flag’ live in the studio where it all began. The idea of an EP wasn’t in our minds, but it turned out to be a nice surprise.”
No strangers to the Jersey Shore, King says, “Atlantic City is always fun, and is unique in its own way; it’s a great setting for having fun. We’re really looking forward to the Sound Waves show on the 24th.” Also performing: Anti-Flag and Skinny Lister. 8pm. Tickets/info: https://www.hardrockhotelatlanticcity.com/event-calendar#d_venue=Sound%20Waves.
Don’t miss the Tony Mart Cares party at Josie Kelly‘s in Somers Point, Friday, March 3. Theevent is free, with a $10 donation for reserved seating. Entitled “Tony Mart Cares for Mark Pfeffer,” the goal is to generate funds to produce a recording of music originally written and recorded by Mark Pfeffer, “one of the finest human beings to ever practice law and walk the face of the Earth,” says the press release. Joining “Big Bob“ Ernano from the Tony Mart All-Stars that evening: Singer/songwriter Danny Eyer, saxophonist Howard Isaacson; Musical Director of the Tony Mart Allstars, Rich “Megahurtz“ Kurtz; Bob Coulon (Dane Anthony Band) and special guest drummer, Bob Kimmel from area band red, who will be sitting in for “Old-School“ Jimmy Glenn. Tickets/info: http://www.tonymart.com/Tony-Mart-Cares.
Lizzie Rose Music Room in Tuckerton continues to present some of the finest live original music in the South Jersey area, with upcoming shows by Tune In Turn On faves Billy Walton Band, whose new video “I Can’t Tell” is nothing short of awesome, performing their originals there on March 31; and First Lady of Saxophone, multi-award winning blues artist Vanessa Collier, who returns by popular demand to LRMR on May 4. Tickets/info:
http://www.lizzierosemusic.com/.
Just Announced: 2023 Elephant Talk Indie Music Festival at Tom’s Farm in Egg Harbor Township, three big days, June 9, 10, and 11, hosted by Jerry Ryan and Colleen Sumner. “I wanted to do something away from the whole bar scene this time and do a family-friendly event with more space,” says Ryan in a Facebook post. “We have parking, two stages of music, and kids activities lined up. We are looking for vendors (no food or drink) as well. We will have more information about food and drinks soon, and will also have a ticket link up by March 1 as well as a few graphic options to share with your friends. Please invite respectful people with great energy, as these events are inclusive and family- friendly. No dogs on the farm bthw. Some of the kids (including my son) aren’t fans. Stay tuned for more details.” The bands lineup thusfar: (Friday) – Embers Remain; Pending Light; Valkyrians;
Dog Beach; Quasimodos Bride. (Saturday) – Backyard Boys; Matchaponix;
American Religion (David Orant); Jima; Bees!; The Skating Party; The Surf Jerkz; The Grither; William Chip Rishell; Black Rose Rebellion; Loud Love; Bethany Aline; The Arato Brothers; Knomad Nation; The Goons; Castle Black; Second Half Comeback; Khalid Quesada. (Sunday): Clark Cummins
Jessica Graae; Adam Lippman Band. All ages. $25 cover includes both days for one price and parking on the farm. Tickets/Info: https://www.facebook.com/events/2392934260881629.
Seen/Heard: Attended some great shows locally including Jon Spencer and the HITmakers/The Bobby Lees at Anchor Rock Club; the Goodman Fiske Band at Caesars Mountain Bar and Boardwalk Saloon/Wild Wild West; the always-incredible Amish Outlaws at the Lobby Bar in the Hard Rock Casino; and last week, the three-band tribute Rage Against the ‘90s, also at the Anchor, with a great job by Ryan Cheek (frontman for Know Your Enemy/Rage Against The Machine tribute) on the latter show, packing the house, proving if bands work hard to bring people out, everyone wins!
Doug is the owner/operator of Doug Deutsch Publicity Services, which since 1995 has been servicing nationally touring acts, and working record release campaigns for clients. Doug also hàs experience writing for the one time shore-based weekly publication, Whoot! He also was a team member with Chip Braymes Advertising. Doug loves bicycling and aspires to bring the Blues to Atlantic City. He can be reached at ShoreLocalDoug@gmail.com and www.facebook.com/dougdeutschpublicity.
