‘It’s more important than ever’ for Chase & Ovation, the only sanctioned Prince tribute band…

Prince was famously protective of his music and image. While he was known for shutting down unauthorized uses of his music, there were certain items he’d let stand or even personally approve.

Since 2006, Prince tribute band Chase & Ovation has operated with the blessing of Prince himself. C&O frontman Chase, a lifelong Twin Cities musician, had a long history with Prince. He was babysat by Prince’s mother, Mattie, and he worked with the Purple One on the set of 1990’s Graffiti Bridge.

With the changed climate since Prince’s passing last month, Chase & Ovation are aware as ever that the music and the message need to prevail. The band released an emotional statement about their future a week after Prince’s death.

“As difficult as the upcoming shows will be to perform,” it reads, “Chase & Ovation will indeed honor all dates and has begun accepting opportunities to showcase his music around the world. Thank you dear brother, Prince! The band and I will do all we can to honor all you left us here with!”

At Friday’s C&O show at Medina Entertainment Center, Chase expects many things: love, laughter, and grief. He chatted with City Pages ahead of the gig to talk all things Prince.

Read the full interview here.

Little Women: Terra's Little Family

Joe Gnoffo – NIRVANISH drummer and reality tv star!

NIRVANISH is the Quintessential Nirvana Tribute Group!

Did you know that NIRVANISH drummer Joe Gnoffo is a reality TV star?

Here’s some footage from a documentary of Joe by
Tommy Nowell. Note: If you are a Game of Thrones fan you will love this even more!

Check out some NIRVANISH footage from a documentary being produced by Tommy Nowell

Joe manages to juggle many roles including father, husband, touring musician, loyal friend and bandmate.

Joe can be seen on Lifetime’s Little Women: Terra’s Little Family and  Little Women: LA

Joe has been married to Terra Jole since June of 2015 and they have a one year old daughter and are expecting their second child in August

Many of you may have seen Joe in numerous feature films including The Benchwarmers and Mirror Mirror.

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Bad Company former singer Brian Howe

Bad Company former singer Brian Howe @ Epcot

Bad Company former singer Brian Howe was met with a warm welcome and a full house three days in a row at EPCOT’s Garden Rocks concert series.

Did you know that HOLY WATER went Platinum almost 26 years ago.

For a little flashback fun, here’s the original Holy Water video. Having just seen Brian Howe live, we can tell you that his beautiful voice has not changed:

Holy Water - Bad Company - Brian Howe

 

We’re now accepting offers for all international dates in 2017/18!

TRAGEDY: All Metal Tribute to the Bee Gees and Beyond

TRAGEDY U.K. Tour

TRAGEDY are back from rocking 16 U.K. cities.  Visit their Facebook page for great pics!

They’ll be returning to Europe in August of this year for the Summer Breeze Festival in Germany.  Perfect routing for those yearning for some TRAGEDY in their home-town.

Here are some U.K reviews and a phenomenal interview of Mo’Royce:

Q&A: TRAGEDY’S MO’ROYCE PETERSON TALKS ABOUT NEW MUSIC, THE U.K., AND BRINGING FAMILIES TOGETHER, Knockdown Alley, Brooklyn Bowl

TRAGEDY, Live at the Academy, Learned Robb, Pitt of Doom

The Live Rooms Chester, Platinum Al’s Virtual Hot Tub


In 2015, Tragedy broke the internet with a viral video featuring their take on “You’re the One That I Want” from the Grease soundtrack.

Review of AMBROSIA in Ormand Beach, CA

March 17th 2016 by Steven Neff, Music Enthusiast Magazine

AMBROSIA LAYS OUT MELODIC ROCK LIVE IN ORMOND BEACH: REVIEW + PHOTOS

Ambrosia catered a set featuring new selections and their most memorable contemporary favorites in Ormond Beach.

Soft rock veterans Ambrosia made their way to Florida recently for a memorable night of melodic ballads and soulful classics that the Ormond Beach, Florida fans wouldn’t soon forget.

Founding members Joe Puerta [bassist/vocalist], Burleigh Drummond [drums], and Christopher North [keyboards] have continued the 45+ year journey of a band that’s received international acclaim and garnered millions of fans around the world.

This band of rock brothers have increased Ambrosia’s talent with the additions of power frontman Ken Stacey, dynamic keyboardist Mary Harris, and guitar virtuoso Doug Jackson; all of which have added to the already classic sound that is Ambrosia. Read More

Franco Corso "My Italian Christmas"

Franco Corso Sold Out @ Eissey Theatre

Congratulations are in order to Franco Corso and his nine piece orchestra.   They not only sold-out in advance but they brought the audience to their feet over and over again.  They are sure to be returning to the Eissey Campus Theatre in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida.

There are still a few dates available for “My Italian Christmas” this year.

Enjoy this Christmas Medley….

Contact us today to bring Franco Corso to your venue or next event.

 

Peace Frog @ Zanzibar

PEACE FROG at ZANZIBAR

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What an amazing opening night for PEACE FROG at their new Sunday home in Santa Monica, CA. Thanks to all who came out to show the love on Valentine’s Day. Remember! Showtime @ 7:30PM & 9:30PM every Sunday @ ZANZIBAR

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Damage Inc

Damage Inc and Nirvanish do it again!

Congratulations Damage Inc and NIRVANISH for a sold out show last night at Riverside Municipal Auditorium!

APAP Membership

We are now proud members of APAP  (The Association of Performing Arts Presenters). apap_logo We look forward to meeting all fellow members at the annual conference during the weekend of January 6th 2017 at the Hilton Hotel in New York City.

Our New York office would be delighted to offer suggestions regarding  travel, hotel, shopping, restaurant, nightclubs etc.  There are more than a few best kept secrets in NYC.

More info:

The APAP Organization Website

The APAP Conference Website