2012 Neptune Festival Bands
FRIDAY / SEPTEMBER 28, 2012
| 31ST ST PARK | 24TH ST PARK | 17TH ST PARK | |
| 5:30-7:00PM | JOE GOSMAN BAND (See Bio) |
GRIDLOCK 64 (See Bio) |
THE TIKI BAR BAND (See Bio) |
| 7:30-9:00PM |
ROCK STAR PARKING (See Bio) |
KRUNCH (See Bio) |
BILL DEAL'S RHONDELS (See Bio) |
| 9:30-11:00PM |
FIREFALL (See Bio) |
BLACKFOOT (See Bio) |
BILL DEAL'S RHONDELS (See Bio) |
SATURDAY / SEPTEMBER 29, 2012
| 31ST ST PARK | 24TH ST PARK | 17TH ST PARK | |
| 1:00-3:00PM | GUAVA JAM (See Bio) | IN LAYMAN TERMS (See Bio) |
BRIA KELLY & KINDRED PLACE (See Bio) |
| 3:30-5:00PM | ZEPHYR | BEN PHELPS PROJECT (See Bio) |
THE HEATHER EDWARDS BAND (See Bio)
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| 5:30-7:00PM | NO BAD JUJU (See Bio) | BLUE LORDS (See Bio) |
KEVIN MAC (See Bio) |
| 7:30-9:00PM |
CHEAP THRILLS (See Bio) |
FOGHAT (See Bio) |
GINA DALMAS & THE COW TIPPIN' PLAYBOYS (See Bio) |
| 9:00PM | FIREWORKS | FIREWORKS | FIREWORKS |
| 9:30-11:00PM |
THE SMITHEREENS (See Bio) |
DEJA |
OLD DOMINION |
SUNDAY / SEPTEMBER 30, 2012
| 31ST ST PARK | 24TH ST PARK | 17TH ST PARK | |
| 1:00-2:15PM |
LEWIS MCGEHEE (See Bio) |
SUZY AND THE NATURALS | JESSE CHONG (See Bio) |
| 2:45-4:00PM | LEGACY | CHEAPER THAN THERAPY (See Bio) | NATURE'S CHILD (See Bio) |
| 4:30-6:00PM |
HOUSE ON FIRE (See Bio) |
BORDERLINE CRAZY (See Bio) |
SESSION ROCKERS |
NEPTUNE'S TEEN STAGE AT 13TH STREET
Live music will be played by local teenage musicians on the rise! Friday will feature a Caribbean stage, Saturday will highlight a School of Rock stage, and Sunday will wrap up the weekend with a Music Makers stage. Click here for the complete schedule!
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The genealogy and musical roots of FIREFALL run deep into the fertile soil of American rock and folk rock music. It began with Woodie Guthrie and later Bob Dylan, evolving into the Byrds and the Buffalo Springfield. The genre established by these luminaries continued with Crosby, Stills and Nash, Manassas, the Band, Neil Young, the Eagles, Poco, Loggins and Messina, the Flying Burrito Brothers, Gram Parsons and Emmy Lou Harris, Dan Folgelberg, America and Firefall. Many of these participants mingled in the studio and on tour. Individually and collectively they created a sound that changed the world’s musical landscape. FIREFALL is one of the few surviving bands of this genre, remaining true to it’s founding vision and roots despite personnel changes over it’s thirty year history. The band transcends and embraces many industry labels - rock, soft rock, country rock, easy listening, unplugged, Americana and contemporary country.
Jim Babjak, Dennis Diken and original bassist Mike Mesaros grew up in Carteret, New Jersey, forging a friendship as teenagers through a mutual love of '60s rock 'n' roll and other vintage sounds. After meeting the similarly inclined DiNizio, the four formed the Smithereens, and won some local renown with a pair of independently released EPs, 1980's Girls About Town and 1983's Beauty and Sadness. The Smithereens were already a seasoned live act by the time they achieved surprise commercial success in 1986 with their first full album Especially for You, with spawned the MTV hits "Blood and Roses" and "Behind the Wall of Sleep." The band continued to reap considerable airplay, critical acclaim and fan loyalty with the subsequent longplayers Green Thoughts, Smithereens 11, Blow Up, A Date with The Smithereens and God Save The Smithereens, which yielded such enduring numbers as "Only a Memory," "House We Used to Live In," "Drown in My Own Tears" and "A Girl Like You."
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Classic southern rock at its best! Popular in the 70's and 80's, Blackfoot produced popular albums such as Tomcattin' and Strikes. Now, in 2012, Blackfoot will rockin' the Virginia Beach Neptune Festival this year!
Nature's Child is the hottest reggae sensation on the East Coast. Based in Virginia Beach, Virginia, this band is multi-cultural, multi-talented in rock, jazz, latin, blues, funk, and, of course, reggae. The band is comprised of George (Jorge) from St. Lucia, W.I. on lead vocals/percussion, Delores (Dee) from Ahoskie, Johnnie (Jay) from Virginia Beach, Va. on drums, Julian from Virginia Beach, Va. on bass and David (Young Lion) from Germany on guitar/vocals. Their CD "THE FIRST SUPPER" has gotten rave reviews from all who have heard it.
The energy that they bring to the stage is contagious and highly explosive. We recommend you check this group out. The band has been up and down the East Coast opening for the likes of Steel Pulse, Burning Spear, Thirld Word, and many of reggae's top artists (EG Damien Marley).
The Ben Phelps Project is a five-piece band based out of Hampton Roads, VA. The band has its origins in the many diverse influences of its members. Everything from rock to jazz, country, blues and funk can be heard anytime the band hits the stage. A high-energy show driven by soulful vocals, tight rhythms and improvisational melodic interplay makes up the cornerstone of what the BPP brings to their audiences. Capable of performing all original sets or crowd-pleasing covers, The Ben Phelps Project provides their listeners with a concert experience not soon forgotten.
Expect the unexpected with Cheap Thrills. Covering genres ranging from rock to pop to hip hop, Cheap Thrills delivers it all. They will have you singing and dancing to songs by artists such as Michael Jackson, Justin Timberlake, John Mayer and tons more. This band can entertain any crowd; they have a love and passion for music that is evident during every performance. Members of Cheap Thrills have shared the stage with some big acts, such as Destiny’s Child, N*E*R*D, Ashanti and Chris Brown. Full of energy and hype, this band will leave you wanting more. Cheap thrills is your bands favorite band.
Borderline Crazy is one of the most popular full-time, professional cover bands in the Hampton Roads area. They have years of experience playing every type of venue including, but not limited to: Colleges, National Conferences and Charity Events, Clubs, City Sponsored Events, Weddings and Corporate Events. They've even had the pleasure of sharing the stage with such artists as C.C.R., Edwin McCain and Fast Ball.
The Heather Edwards Band is a group of extraordinary talented musicians combining years of performance experience to bring a dynamic and exciting stage show to your venue! The band won Top Country Band in 2004-2009 from M.E.O.N.A., Their set list includes a wide variety of the best-hit songs from today's top New Country And Rock female artists as well as Classic Rock and Southern Rock favorites. Their high-energy show keeps the dance floor packed and the crowd wanting more from the first note to the last!
Turning skeptics into believers time and time again, the story of the little engine that could comes alive in the musical career of Joe Gosman. He continually packs out venues from the hills of Tennessee, all across Virginia, and is steadily moving into the heart of North Carolina. Although he is a talented songwriter and an entertainer blessed with poise and personality to burn, these are not the characteristics that turn onlookers into fans and fans into friends. His genuine 'realness' onstage and off is what draws people to him and him to the people.
Joe simply states, "I love music and I don't function properly without it, but my love for people is greater. My friends, my family, and the people that are in my life help give me the air in my lungs. My music is a reflection of all things in my life."
The Tiki Bar Band sounds like a seven piece band. The sound is full and lush with steel drums, congas, tropical flutes and vibes included!!
Gridlock64 is a kickin', high energy band out of the Virginia Beach area. With their diversity of styles from pop, funk, alternative to metal they can appeal to all ages! Gridlock64 also writes and performs their own original material. For years, they have honed their skills and established a reputation for being a talented group of professional musicians. If you want a fun, high energy, extremely entertaining band at your next event, this is the one!
Hailing from Virginia Beach, VA, the band Rock Star Parking is something to hear and see. The band stays busy playing over 200 shows a year all over the country. Playing a little bit of everything, these guys do not disappoint. Rock Star Parking is a four, sometimes five, piece cover band recently voted "Best Cover Band in Hampton Roads" by Portfolio Weekly. The band plays every type of music for every type of venue and private function.
Krunch is based out of Virginia Beach, VA and was formed by musicians of other local bands in the area. Each member has over 10 years of experience performing throughout the local and regional area. Krunch is a cover band that plays popular dance and alternative music performed with high energy. The members are highly motivated musicians with plenty of stage experience and professional attitude. The live show is geared towards entertaining the crowd with popular music enhanced by a light show, which guarantees audience participation. Krunch’s goal is to play energetic music for everyone to enjoy from the first song to the last. Definitely a band to party with!
From Virginia Beach, Virginia, the Original Rhondels are a music tradition who have performed their hit recordings in almost every major city in the United States. In 1969, Bill Deal and the Rhondels began a recording career that would take them to Madison Square Garden and across the country. With 3 top 10 hits, "May I", "I've Been Hurt", and "What Kind of Fool Do You Think I Am", the band hit the road, delighting their audiences with outstanding vocals, powerful brass, and exciting showmanship. These hits also topped the charts in Argentina, Spain, Brazil, Germany and Mexico.
Guava Jam focuses on a wide range of 70s to current classic rock, country and adult contemporary music. They play great songs as close to the original artists as possible. Come listen to them, they fill the room with sound and fun!
A family that plays together, stays together! In Layman Terms is a family band living in Williamsburg, Virginia. Cole, 14, started playing guitar when he was five years-old, and took lessons to help strengthen his weak fingers as part of physical therapy. Music quickly became his passion. His sister, Logan 11, started taking bass lessons when she was seven years-old so that she could spend time with her big brother. She loves playing bass and singing. Their mother, Sandy Layman, used to play drums as a teenager, so when the kids decided they wanted to start a band and needed a drummer, they convinced their mom to dust off her drum kit. Now there is no turning back. They have been playing together as a band since the summer of 2010 and have played at over 30 venues in the Washington, DC an ad Hampton Roads areas.
No Bad JuJu is a dynamic 8-piece powerhouse featuring two lead vocalists/ instrumentalists backed by a driving rhythm and horn section. NBJJ blends an eclectic mix of music encompassing classic R&B and rock,and cutting edge contemporary into their signature style. They captivate a discerning listening audience while still kicking out high-energy dance music. With a hand picked ensemble of the area’s top talent, the bands’ collective experience ranges from The Rock N Roll Hall of Fame to Broadway, with most members having recorded and/or performed with top name national and international acts.
Based out of Norfolk, Virginia this hard driving band makes no banes about where their roots lie. With a blistering guitar attack, coupled with an undeniable authenticity, the Blue Lords have parlayed their rollicking, hell-raisin' sounds into appearances with such notable acts as: ZZ Top, Lynyrd Skynyrd, 38 Special, Doobie Brothers, Charlie Daniels, Peter Frampton, The Outlaws, Blackfoot, Pat Travers, Blue Oyster Cult, Kansas, Johnny Winter, Molly Hatchet, Steppenwolf & Jefferson Starship, among others. Consistently entertaining, with a healthy dose of humor, the Blue Lords have caused legions people to exclaim, "Damn, I didn't think there were any bands like this left!"
My name is Kevin MaC and I Grew up in King George, VA and I am currently residing in Nashville, TN. I graduated from Old Dominion University with a BS in Communications/Mass Media. I have been in Country Music Radio since I was 18, and have performed with some of my hero's like Kenny Chesney, Darryl Worley, and Phil Vassar. I knew from a very early age that I wanted to be a country music artist. I love performing the songs I have written and connecting with the audience. I feed off the crowd and they give me the fuel while I am on the stage! I am so grateful for the opportunities I have had so far and I will continue to keep "prayin and playin."
Gina Dalmas is an Idie Honky Tonk Country artist hailing from Norfolk, VA.Gina and her band, The Cow Tippin' Playboys, won the 2009 Portfolio Music Award for Best Americana Music and the 2009 Meona Award for Best New Alt-Country Artist.
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Kindred Place is a newly formed band out of The Hampton Roads area of Virginia. The band consists of Bria Kelly (Lead Vocals & Guitar), Logan Flurry (Vocals & Piano), Carson Burch (Percussion), and Andrew Ballard (Bass). The band has been together for less than a year, but have gained well deserved positive feedback and recognition from their listeners. The band is said to be a “different type of teenage band”. With musical influences such as Bonnie Raitt and John Mayer, to country stylings of Josh Turner and Carrie Underwood, Kindred Place puts on a show that you definitely don’t want to miss.
Lewis McGehee
Lewis McGehee, a Richmond, VA native, was "discovered" by Jim Croce's producers while performing in Greenwich Village. Lewis gained much experience touring with various national artists. His aggressive approach to acoustic guitar has made him a prominent force in the Virginia music scene. Portfolio Magazine's Musician Poll has voted McGehee as the top acoustic act for three consecutive years and he was recently voted "Best Musician.”
Jesse Chong is a do it yourself singer/songwriter who exemplifies the modern spirit of the self-reliant musician. Chong has independently recorded and released two albums under his One Nation Records label, both of which were entirely written, performed, and produced in his bedroom studio.In the ten years that Jesse has been performing professionally he’s played well over 1000 shows in bars, venues, and festival stages. He continues to gig sometimes weeks in a row without a day off, earning him the unofficial title of Hampton Roads’ hardest working musician- as well as officially recognized accolades such as “Best Live Performer” by Portfolio Magazine and “Best Acoustic Act” by Ninevolt Magazine. In addition to his impressive one man solo show Jesse performs with his ensemble, dubbed “The Chong Band”, frequently all over Virginia and North Carolina.
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The members of Cheaper Than Therapy have been playing together and entertaining the Hampton Roads area since 2003. We love all things rock! Uptempo, fun, party stuff; stuff with a little more of an edge; over-the-top stadium rock; new stuff, old stuff (especially 80s) - it's all good!! Providing a tight, energetic, fun and upbeat show to the masses is what it is always about with us, some come an join along!
House on Fire is the revival of Classic Rock ‘n’ Roll music! Their energy of improvisation flourishes through the young inspired rock band. A highly diverse group, known for their vast repertoire of musical genres, House on Fire continues to stand apart from your typical rock cover band while remaining loyal to their local audiences and community based performances. House on Fire is a local Hampton Roads band whose members were all born and raised in Norfolk, VA and have been playing since December of 2007. Featuring dual guitars, keys, bass, drums, and pedal steel guitar, House on Fire’s influences covers a spectrum of musical styles such as classic rock, southern rock, blues, funk, bluegrass, and rock ‘n’ roll.
DEJA
DEJA is an EPIC SONGS tribute band. Since 2006, DEJA has wowed audiences with their musically challenging song choices performed with frightening exactitiude to make for an incredibly EXCITING entertainment experience. DEJA has come to be known as the "musicians band". Playing songs that other bands dare not attempt. EPIC songs like: Bohemian Rhapsody, Dream On, The Spirit of Radio, Foreplay/Long Time, Roundabout, Hocus Pocus, Frankenstein and the list goes on! DEJA is the ultimate tribute band combining the best of Rush, Yes, Styx, Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd, Queen, Boston, etc... DEJA has opened for national acts such as Kansas and The Romantics, played numerous festivals and toured venues in Connecticut and New York in Summer 2012. The group consists of five of the most renowned artists in the area. With Drew Thow on drums & vocals, John Coleman on lead vocals and keytar, Steve Lazar on guitar, saxophone, keyboards & vocals, Mark Dunn on guitar & vocals and Pat Myers on bass & vocals, DEJA is a force to be reckoned with.