Extras
Some
great links...
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| Bruce
in the USA |
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Led by Matt Ryan, there are a few things
you need to know about these guys... (1) An amazing collection
of people. Friendly, approachable, and thrilled about what
they do. (2) Outstanding musicians. Their live performances
are energetic and passionate, providing the best tribute artist
effort in recognition of Bruce Springsteen and the E Street
Band that you will ever see. (3) It just so happens that I've
worked with them. In the summer of 2010 they became aware
of some pictures I had taken of their set for a project I
was working on, and Matt approached me about working with
them on a complete package. You can find the results of that
on their web sites, like the one linked to here. |
| Rick
Price |
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Rick has a tremendous voice and is a
gifted live performer. His music is filled with a passion
that immediately connects with an audience. It's an amazing
thing to be a part of, and I highly recommend taking any and
every opportunity you may have to see him on stage. Also,
look for his music. Given the acoustic foundation of the collection,
I would highly recommend the release Revisited. |
| Tom
Sadge |
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I've had the chance to see Tom perform
twice to date, and the easiest description I can offer is
that the man has a fantastic voice. There is a depth and power
to it that makes him a natural, and he has worked in radio
on the air. Singing is a passion for him, and he brings a
great combination of energy, pride and showmanship to the
stage. His tribute for Neil Diamond is simply incredible.
You would be hard-pressed to find a nicer individual or more
professional entertainer. |
| Joe
Bonamassa |
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I had the opportunity to interview Joe
for a "Lucky Seven" column, and I left very impressed
with a man that was as friendly and accommodating as he is
talented. Visit his site... buy his music... and if you can,
see him perform live. |
| CJ
Foundation for SIDS |
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I think everyone has at least one charity
that for one reason or another is personally important.
SIDS is mine.
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| Tom
Colicchio |
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You may know him as one of the leaders
of the culinary industry, currently providing outstanding
dining options across the country under the Craft name.
Or, you may be familiar with his work on Top Chef,
one of the best and most entertaining cooking shows on television.
However you know him, Tom takes pride in delivering high-quality
efforts.
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| Jay
Gillen |
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Sure... I may be biased... but I love his
work. From the basic ideas he gives you as sketches to the
more developed ideas, there is a creativity and talent here
that is quite striking. Take a few moments to check out
his material, and be sure to visit the sites of his friends.
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| Joe
Posnanski |
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If you aren't reading Joe's material, you're
missing one of the very best writers around. His primary
focus is sports... so he has that going for him... but this
link will take you to his personal blog, where sports, family,
life, and all sorts of observations collide.
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| Suzi
Quatro |
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A leader in the music world, Suzi changed
the industry for women. As the introduction on her web site
says: "...she kicked down the door, and the rest followed."
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| Keris
Stainton |
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Keris was one of the participants in the
Harry Potter column that finally saw "Lucky Seven"
return to In My Backpack after about a year on
the shelf. She was also kind enough to take part when we
revisited the Potter universe with a second interview on
the subject. She currently lives in England, writes on a
variety of subjects, and offers some simply fantastic and
fun reading on her web site.
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