Tune In, Turn On
By Doug Deutsch
The calendar says it’s about to be October, which means you can go one of two ways with your drink selections. You can choose pumpkin spice coffee, or from the many varieties of beer you’ll find at virtually any Oktoberfest celebration. Beer is a little more fun, don’t you think?
Another cool thing about Oktoberfest is that you’re sure to find good music. In Atlantic City, Tennessee Avenue Beer Hall kicks off its Oktoberfest festivities this weekend with Hendrix Resurrection, a Jimi Hendrix tribute group, which will be taking the TABH outdoor stage Friday, Sept. 29. There’s never a cover charge here.
Other performers at TABH this weekend include country rocker/crooner Glenn Roberts 9 p.m.-midnight Friday, plus Tony DeLuca and the Polka Dots. Expect to enjoy all the requisite good food and large assortment of craft beers which the TABH is known for as well. More info at their website, www.tennesseeavenuebeerhall.com. On a separate note, don’t miss blues vocalist Regina Bonelli on Oct. 7. She’s a terrific talent.
The Roost Pub & Grill, which opened to the public in May and is located inside the scenic Harbor Pines Golf Club in Egg Harbor Township, is stepping up its entertainment schedule with a Friday night weekly lineup of music. There will be performances by quality area acts including the Chris Yoder Duo Oct. 13, and Incognito Duo Nov. 11, pictured above, featuring talented guitarists Adam Holcombe and Anthony Scafidi. The full Chris Yoder Band performs Nov, 22, the Wednesday night before Thanksgiving. Music runs from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. and there is no cover charge. Learn more at www.harborpines.com/roost-entertainment
Jimi Hendrix, Part 2: Kiss The Sky, another respected JH tribute group, visits Lizzie Rose Music Room just up the road in Tuckerton this Saturday night, Sept. 30 (7:30 p.m. start). This tribute dresses a la Hendrix (also replicating his gear) and pays homage to one of Hendrix’s final shows at the Isle of Wright Festival/Cry of Love Tour from 1970. See www.lizzierosemusic.com for ticket, info and prices.
Into The Pines Music Festival: Hammonton is home to many cool events and festivals, and Into The Pines is one of them. Taking place over three days this coming weekend (Sept. 28, 29 and 30), it features sets by some of our favorite area bands (Red Meat Conspiracy, Euphonious among others). Into The Pines seemingly has something for everyone, including swimming, yoga, live painting, a massage tent, and of course, overnight camping. Just hope for good weather! www.intothepinesfestival.com for more info.
CD Of The Week: “Jozey Bones” (self-titled) is the brainchild of six South Jersey area musicians: Jozey Bones (vocals, rhythm/lead guitars), Amy Rotella (backing vocals), Dave Lefko (lead guitar), Pete Bariexca (bass), Greg Pordon (Hammond B-3, grand piano), and Blue Eagle (drums). There’s some solid rock to be heard on this eight-track album, all either written or co-written by band front person Jozey Bones. No upcoming live shows by the group to report yet. More on this project at www.JozeyBones.com.
Fonin’ It In: Besides the new variety show “Hook” now playing at Caesar’s Casino, there’s also an Italian-style restaurant adjacent to “Hook” that’s been getting a lot of acclaim, Superfrico, which bills itself as “the world’s first Italian American psychedelic restaurant.” Happy to announce that our deejay buddy Jonny Fones from WLFR 91.7FM is now spinning there every Saturday night from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. Fones is one of the best in town so Superfrico should be that much more fun with him on the turntables. https://spiegelworld.com/restaurants/superfrico-atlantic-city/.
P.S. Dear Summer: Thanks for The Memories is rescheduled for Oct. 8 at the Orange Loop Amphitheater.
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.
