Dennis Tufano
Dennis, a native of Chicago, is the original "voice" of “The Buckinghams”. The Chicago-based group scored with a string of five Top Ten hits in the late-sixties including, the No#1 “Kind of A Drag”, “Don’t You Care”, “Mercy, Mercy, Mercy”, “Hey Baby, They’re Playing Our Song”, “Susan” and “Back In Love Again”.
Following his success in the Buckinghams, Dennis was part of the song-writing duo "Tufano and Giammarese" and recorded three albums with Lou Adler's custom label, Ode Records. Appearing as guest vocalist he went on to co-write with renowned composer and musician Tom Scott. With Scott as composer, Dennis performed the "original title/theme song" for the long running "Family Ties" television show. (First 13episodes)
Dennis also wrote the music and performed with Bernie Taupin, Elton John's lyricist, on Taupin's album, " He Who Rides The Tiger ". Subsequently he teamed again with Taupin to co-write, co-produce and perform the Farm Dogs album “Last Stand In Open Country”.
Back on the road, Dennis joined Olivia Newton-John on her hugely successful tour and was featured, with her on the HBO Special in two dramatically inspired duets.
As an actor, Dennis has appeared in theater productions in
Los Angeles and has worked in film, television, radio and commercials.
He was also one of the founding members of an improvisational voice-ensemble called the “LA.MadDogs”. This group of actors performs on hundreds of movies and numerous television shows and have produced and performed seven "live" radio dramas, three of which Dennis directed, for KMPC RADIO THEATER in Los Angeles.
Dennis produced, directed and shot a documentary in Chicago, "Major Hall: Therapy Tuesday" and is currently preparing it for release. He has been praised for his performance on the, “PBS Music Series the ‘60s”, and will be included in the award winning PBS-DVD series.
This was published today by Kent Kotal's "Forgotten Hits" web blog
"Freelance Photographer Jack Mongan went to a couple of shows this past week ...
And decided to share his photos and commentary with our readers ...
First up ...
Dennis Tufano at The River Raisin Center for the Arts in Monroe, Michigan on August 12th ...
TUFANO MONROE CONCERT
To say the fans of Dennis Tufano are loyal is an understatement ! They filled the first two rows of a packed house at the River Raisin Center for the Arts in Monroe, Michigan on August 12th. Some of them traveled from other states and, given their reactions as well as the rest of the audience, it was a trip they would gladly make again!
Those who know and still love 60’s music will first recognize Tufano as the voice that led the Chicago band The Buckinghams to national recognition with a worldwide following. In truth, he is much more. Dennis Tufano is a “performers’ performer”.
Yes, he still sings the hits he helped make famous, but his talent and presence as a solo performer put him in a class well beyond “60s rock star”.
One only has to hear him singing the songs of Bobby Darin ... from the classic Mack the Knife to the heart felt romance of My Funny Valentine ... to know this man has the range and class of the singers who were once the royalty of Vegas stages.
This show was a mix of the Buckinghams’ hits as well as songs from Tufano’s one-man show, “I Remember Darin”, which has received rave reviews every time he has performed it, as well as an array of other sixties classics like the Eddie Brigati / Felix Cavaliere / Rascals' tune, How Can I Be Sure and Sonny Geraci’s / Outsiders’ iconic Time Won’t Let Me. Oh, and if you want to hear some mean Blues harp, just listen to Dennis wail on the Bobby Darin tune Funny What Love Can Do!
It’s easy to see why Dennis Tufano has had such a dedicated following over the years. His stage demeanor is at once engaging and warm while also being so energetic and electric that you feel a little exhausted once the show is over! Like the Eveready Bunny, the man keeps going and going!
The t-shirts that Tufano’s fans wore said, “Tufano Rocks!” I doubt there was one person in that audience who wouldn’t agree. If they had been selling them in the foyer after the show, there would have been a whole lot more people wearing them the next day.
Indeed, ladies and gentlemen, Dennis Tufano does rock! And he just keeps rockin’!
-- Jack Mongan"
http://forgottenhits60s.blogspot.com
By Ron Onesti
Special to dailyherald.com
Although I was only about 5 years old when Chicago's answer to the British Invasion came barreling out onto the stage of "The Ed Sullivan Show," the Buckinghams have always been a favorite in our home. So when I was fortunate enough to host a reunion concert of not only the original Bucks but also other bands that helped to write rock 'n' roll history at the same time, I could not have been more excited!
This very special evening was to be a medical expense fundraiser for keyboardist/guitarist/saxophonist Marty Grebb. Grebb is an industry legend and a true unsung hero of the music biz. He joined the Buckinghams during the band's "breakout year" in 1966/67 when the group enjoyed five consecutive smash hits, including "Kind Of A Drag" and "Don't You Care."
Just after the band's original breakup, Grebb went on to produce and tour with many other music icons such as Leon Russell, Rufus Wainwright, Bonnie Raitt, Olivia Newton-John, Etta James and Eric Clapton.
So I was waiting for a flight in a New York airport when original Buckinghams vocalist and old friend Dennis Tufano called me with a vision. "I would like to have all of us on stage to salute and to help our good friend Marty," he said.
"You mean all you original Buckinghams on stage together? You guys haven't been on stage together in over 40 years!" I said. "I would be honored to be a part of it. The Arcada and everything that comes with it is yours, no charge!"
So Dennis worked diligently to put together an all-star cast for this once-in-a-lifetime show. I spoke with Bucks original guitarist and current lead vocalist Carl Giammarese about the project that night from my hotel room. It was a tall order because so many years had passed since the guys performed together and the band is currently enjoying a major resurgence. "But for Marty, I would do anything," he said.
Several weeks passed and during this time, other Chicago "garage rock" bands jumped onto the bill. It was all coming together, and getting bigger and bigger!
So the big night finally comes, May 7, 2015. It was a red carpet night as it felt like one of those awards shows where all these celebrities just kept showing up all day for rehearsals, carrying zippered garment bags and stickered guitar cases over their shoulders. I am around celebrities literally every week, but this really felt different.
The buzz of the night continued to escalate as all the acts got dressed and had dinner backstage in our dressing rooms. It was so cool because the acts were as excited as the audience was!
It was another surreal moment for me, as it was for so many others that night. Never would I have imagined these pioneers of rock, these musical monsters of Chicago, all on one stage together -- let alone it being MY stage!
Along with several other musicians who generously donated their time and talents to the night's performance, Chicago music royalty took the stage. It was rightfully introduced by none other than radio icon Dick Biondi, a radio legend who broke many of these acts and truly helped their careers along the way.
Ronnie Rice, from the New Colony Six, did an acoustic set including the band's two biggest hits, which he wrote and sang lead on, "I Will Always Think About You" and "Things I'd Like To Say." Although I missed those colonial outfits that he and his band members wore back then, he did a great job with his comedic presentation. Those songs were so huge, and so many more were on the way, I just got that much more excited!
Next, Jim "J.C. Hooke" Pilster and Tom Doody and the rest of The Cryan' Shames took the stage. They performed their biggest hits including "Sugar And Spice" to an audience completely on its feet. Jimy Sohns from the Shadows of Knight followed with his official Rock anthem, "Gloria." Every single person there yelled out, "G-L-O-R-I-A" in loud unison, sounding much like an old high school dance.
In another reunion of sorts, former Madura bandmates Al DeCarlo and Hawk Wolinski did 'Stagger Lee," another hit of the era. But the twist? They were joined on stage by legendary drummer and original member of the band Chicago, Danny Seraphine! How cool was it to see him on the drums. It was all too familiar as Chicago was one of my all-time favorite bands.
"Saturday In The Park," "Beginnings," "Does Anybody Know What Time It Is" … just a few of the incredible songs Seraphine performed on. That was the group I never missed, seeing them more than 20 times in my life!
That ever colorful and multitalented singer/songwriter Jim Peterik joined the rest of his Ides of March band members for two of his super-smashes, "Eye Of The Tiger" and "Vehicle." As he dedicated "The Eye" to Marty for being a true courageous champion, the crowd became emotional. Then those fabulous Ides horns blasted out those legendary opening notes of "Vehicle" and the place erupted!
Superstar keyboardist Scott May, who has played with virtually all the acts on the stage that day, did some songs from his newly released CD. The Chicago Experience performed some of Chicago's biggest hits. Both acts did a special tribute to Marty Grebb.
Then Marty came on stage with a few musician all-star friends. He was dressed in a long leather Native American coat and one of those hats like Clint Eastwood wore in "The Good, The Bad and The Ugly." He was as incredible as he had ever been! Going from piano to organ to sax to guitar, he sang a few songs, including a fabulous rendition of Ray Charles' "Come Rain Or Come Shine" in tribute to a scrolling video list of those loved ones in his life who have passed away.
Then the main event happened! Dennis Tufano, Marty Grebb, Carl Giammarese and Nick Fortuna … all together again doing those incredible songs! The original Buckinghams back together after 45 years! And it was wonderful -- like they never missed a beat!
The elephant in the room was that there were two "lead" singers of The Bucks on stage at the same time, but Dennis and Carl were true gentlemen, true professionals. It was seamless and a GREAT show!
The finale brought everybody back on stage together. As I stood backstage and reflected about those "neighborhood" guys who have all traveled the world, making millions of people happy singing along with them, I could not help but get a bit choked up. Each band and performer there that night has played to thousands of people in arenas everywhere. They did it without the Internet, corporate sponsor dollars or MTV. They did it by playing the high schools, the proms, the homecomings.
They did it with pure passion and for very little money.
As each one performed, for me it was like an old "Batman" episode on television. "BAM" there is a huge hit, "POW" there is another smash, "BANG" yet another favorite. I salute these entertainers, with all of my heart. The gifts they gave to us music fans can never be truly re-paid. As humble as they are talented, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame needs to build a wing dedicated to rockers from Chicago.
Let's fire up those petitions!
Who?
Young people may not know, but every baby boomer does. From back when we were all addicted to AM radio, before FM infected our brains, when a well-executed pop song was not criticized, but embraced.
KIND OF A DRAG
"Oh, listen
To what I gotta say
Girl, I still love you
I'll always love you
Anyway, anyway, anyway"
And there was the magic, the chorus sealed the deal. Then again, every bit of this two minute opus triumphs, even the skating rink organ in the instrumental break. That's how they used to be made, crisp and compact, back before the FM giants exploded the formula. Unfortunately, too many of today's acts hew to the FM formula and add no innovation atop it, boring us all the while. The Buckinghams never bored us.
DON'T YOU CARE
After the initial hit, the band hooked up with James William Guercio, who steered them to further success, once they parted ways with them they were history, on the chart anyway.
"Mmm, my, my, my, my baby"
The track is good, and this little excerpt makes it superlative!
And sure, the lyrics were relatable, but even more it was about the feel, the plaintive vocal, this was the opposite of the hip-hop heroes, this guy was on the losing end of distance, back when we lived in the dark ages of the pre-feminist era but we still acknowledged the power of women, especially in relationships!
"You said that you'd believe me
Then why'd you ever leave me
I'm standin' here all alone
Without a girl of my own"
And there's nowhere a guy would rather not be, especially if he wasn't flying solo previously.
MERCY, MERCY, MERCY
Yes, the Joe Zawinul song, but with lyrics attached.
This is probably the best thing the Buckinghams ever did, it swung back then and it still swings today.
There's no way you could listen to this without shimmying and singing along. Come on...
"She got the kind of lovin'
Kissin' and a-huggin'"...
HEY BABY (THEY'RE PLAYING OUR SONG)
"The one we used to hear when we used to get along"
I couldn't believe they said that in a song, it was so conversational!
My sister bought the single, as a result this is burned into my DNA. You used to play them over and over and over again. Actually, that's the way it still is, singles rule, the listeners know, the makers oftentimes do not.
And, of course, the classic lyric:
"It made us feel so groovy
We fell in love, just like in the movies"
Sophomoric, but resonant nonetheless!
SUSAN
The final hit.
"Susan, do you have to be confusin'"?
Huh? Haven't heard that word in a song since.
No, Genesis did "Land Of Confusion." But that was different, it wasn't about a girl but a situation. And when you're young especially, the opposite sex is so confusing!
This bounces along, it's a trifle, but it does have that hip break and the explosion thereafter, barriers were being broken, "Society's Child" was a topic of discussion, but the ending mantra, "I love you, yes I do, I do"...I love all these songs, and there's not much more you can say about them, other than they were joyful to listen to and they still put a smile on your face every time you hear them today.
Spotify link: http://spoti.fi/1rSxVpL
Dennis Tufano's show at Upstairs at Vitello's Jazz & Supper Club
Dennis Tufano's tribute to the musical chameleon that was Bobby Darin proves that he has the voice, the soul, the chops, the understanding, the respect, the looks, the energy & the joy to bring Darin's catalogue to brilliant life. Dennis, backed by a terrific 6-piece band, is nothing less than a thunderbolt of musical style & joy. As a Chicago girl I've loved him since he fronted the best-ever Windy City rock band, The Buckinghams -- and happily he also ripped through about a half dozen of their best known hits (including "Susan" which he dedicated to Susan Cowsill, who rewarded him with a kiss.) Let me say right now Dennis' vocals don't merely sound AS GOOD as they were on those 1966-67 classics, they sound BETTER. He ended with some James Brown and left the room cheering. I loved Dennis' Bobby Darin CD, but the live show is a treasure that takes the songs to another level. Vitello's must bring him back. Pronto!
Gareth Davies
TERRIFIC TUFANO
As live albums go this is standout. As veteran age vocalists go this guy is up there with the best. The lynchpin of the Buckinghams gives us a dynamic solo performance and showcases his talents to great effect with a set of tunes to treasure. Highly recommended stuff from a guy whose pipes are still in great shape.
Review of Skokie Theatre Performance _Cathy Hodson on Darinfans.com
Dennis Tufano: As Long As I'm Singing
Have you ever spent an evening you never wanted to end? Such was the case on Saturday, October 27 at the Skokie Theatre in Skokie, Ill. Dennis Tufano, former lead singer of the 1960s rock group The Buckinghams, gave a warm, glowing tribute to one of his idols, the multitalented singer, songwriter, actor Bobby Darin.
Growing up on the "Nort'west" side of Chicago, Tufano spoke of hearing Darin's music in high school and being inspired by it. He covered many of Darin's hits, including the title song to his show, "As Long As I'm Singing," "A Nightingale Sang in Berkeley Square," "Dream Lover," "Splish Splash," "Queen of the Hop," "My Funny Valentine," "If I Were a Carpenter," "You're the Reason I'm Living," "18 Yellow Roses," "Simple Song of Freedom," "Two of a Kind," (a cute duet with local comedian Tim Walkoe taking Johnny Mercer's vocals) "Up A Lazy River," "Beyond the Sea," "Mack the Knife," "That's All," and "A Curtain Falls."
Tufano was backed by Michael Acosta's nine-piece band (a pianist, electric guitarist, drummer and six piece horn section), who were a little cramped on the small, intimate stage, but tight musically and very talented. Three backup singers also accompanied the program, adding emphasis without overpowering Tufano or the band.
Tufano was mesmerizing, engaging, and faithful to Darin's recorded material. Often closing his eyes to concentrate, Tufano's vocals were flawless and paid respectful tribute to a talented man who left this world all too soon. Like Darin, Tufano realizes the importance of his fan base, and came out to the lobby after each performance to sign autographs and have photos taken with the fans.
The final encore of the night was "a gift back to you," for The Buckingham fans in the audience. It was evident that many hometown friends were present, and "Hey Baby (They're Playing Our Song)," "Don't You Care," and "Kind of a Drag" nearly brought down the house, so enthusiastic was the response.
Local DJ Scott MacKay, who spoke at the beginning of the show, said they were taping the performance for a possible CD and DVD. One could only hope!
~ Reviewed by Reina Riley
It was a finger-snapping, swinging Dennis Tufano who stepped on to Las Vegas’ South Point Casino stage for the occasion of a Bobby Darin Tribute Concert to benefit the Children’s Heart Foundation of Nevada. Bill McCubbin and Terry Kellman, both former Bobby Darin band members, led a rocking band of the best musicians Las Vegas has to offer. Darin’s original big band arrangements were the inspired backing for Tufano’s excellent performance. Dressed to the nines, Tufano came out swinging with the Darin penned “As Long As I’m Singing.” Using a combination of trademark Darin moves and Tufano’s own, it was easy to see that Bobby Darin’s legacy was in good hands.
For the past three years, Dennis Tufano, former lead singer of the great 60’s band The Buckinghams, has paid musical tribute to the late, great Bobby Darin as part of his act. Fans and critics have all received his efforts with praise. Totally comfortable in rocker mode, Tufano next chose to do another Darin original as well as a big hit, the royal “Queen of the Hop.” Dennis has fun with it giving a high energy performance and entertaining dance moves.
Introducing Tufano as a great guy from Chicago, Billy Mc Cubbin moved to a big band sound to back Dennis’ next selection, another big Darin hit, “Lazy River.” His first chorus is whisper soft, and then he ups the excitement with a rollicking second chorus. Darin was famous for adding tag lines to his early recordings and this one had a good one. Supposedly aimed at Frank Sinatra, Dennis repeats the Darin challenge by ending the song with, “I ain’t going your way. Stay outta my way.”
The segment ended with one of Darin’s most admired vocals, “The Curtain Falls.” Dennis introduced the song as “an old show-biz tune,” and he proceeded to give a beautiful rendition of this moving ballad. The band provided gorgeous harmonies to move the song along its sentimental way. Dennis said that he found everything about Bobby Darin to be inspiring. “The Curtain Falls” was a memorable example of that inspiration.
Later in the program, Dennis pleased the audience by singing a trio of Buckingham hits that made it high on the charts. “Don’t You Care,” “Mercy, Mercy, Mercy,” and “Kind of Drag” were all great fun and zestfully sung. This reviewer remembers buying all of them when they were new hits back in the day. I was a jazz fan in those days, and I liked the brassy, swing/rock approach, and the Buckingham harmonies were always musical, tight and in-tune.
Tufano returned to the stage to do one more solo number, the much-loved, eternally popular, still commercial after all these years, “Beyond The Sea.” In this song, the pianist gave Dennis a sparkling accompaniment, while Tufano sang in an easy swing mode that was punctuated by the famous Darin percussive ho’s and grunts. The tribute concert came to an end when all singers returned to the stage to perform a rousing rendition of one of the twentieth century’s greatest and most enduring hits, the ever-popular “Mack The Knife.”
It was a pleasure for me to see and enjoy the talented Dennis Tufano on stage. I wish him well in the future and continued success with his career choices. In his mature years he has evolved into a singer who is successful in all genres and styles. Should he ever come to the Boston area, I will definitely be there in the audience. As I said earlier, in Dennis Tufano’s hands the music of Bobby Darin is well served indeed.
Dennis Tufano, original lead singer of The Buckinghams, came on the stage last. There was supposed to be one other act, to make it an even 10, but Barrett Strong failed to show up. I heard event organizers talking about this. But, Dennis Tufano more than made up for any shortage of talent and entertainment. He sang the greatest hits of the Buckinghams, who still tour without him, by the way, and then as an encore, he came back out and did a dead-on rendition of Bobby Darin's Mack The Knife. I have since found out that he does a Vegas-type show of nothing but Bobby Darin songs. It's probably something to see! Dennis has a great voice and stage presence and had everybody on their feet when he was finished. I look forward to seeing him again at the next Caravan of Stars. Kenneth Dwain Harrelson
Review by Joe Pesole
Take Me Back to Chicago and Lay My Soul to Rest.....This monster hit for the group Chicago was in good hands last Saturday. Dennis Tufano, backed up by 25 or 6 to 4 (the top Chicago cover band) really delivered. It was as if Dennis had the song written for him. Cause My Life Was so Much Simpler Then. Street Corners and Tastee Freeze.... Due to a hectic schedule, this was the first hometown appearance of 2012 for Dennis and his first time doing Chicago hits on stage. The talented and tight 25 or 6 to 4, accompanied by the original Chicago drummer and co-founder Danny Seraphine did the heavy lifting as Dennis sang lead on 3 Chicago hits, Saturday in the Park, Beginnings, Take Me Back to Chicago, and co-lead on the rousing I'm a Man.
Dennis is the true consummate, and professional entertainer, and always a treat to watch on stage. He commands attention as he glides and strides across the stage, while simultaneously glancing at the screen which displayed iconic images of Chicagoland neighborhoods in the 1960s. Vintage Buckinghams' clips from 1966-1967 filled the screen as Dennis worked 5 of the group's biggest hits into the set. The first one being Kind of a Drag. It was Mr. Tufano's gift to his audience. What a treat.
Thanks Dennis. You are sure to pack'em in next time around too!
With Jay And The Americans
Jay Siegels Tokens
Shirley Alston Reeves
The hades Of Blue
Fraternal Order Of Police with Glen Raby Band
Join this nostalgic celebration of the local "garage bands" that rose to national prominence in the 1960s and '70s and remain popular today with their sing-along hits. The local groups from the Chicago area who defined this era reunite onstage. Come see them live in concert featuring Ides of March, Buckinghams, New Colony Six with Bruce Mattey & Ray Graffia, Cryan Shames, and more!
Every pair of tickets comes with the Cornerstones of Rock: American Garage DVD/CD as a bonus!
New Years Eve with Shirley Alston Reeves
EXCLUSIVE CONCERTS
Bowzer and the Stingrays – Formally Of Sha Na Na (Born to Hand Jive)
Johnny Contardo – Formally of Sha Na Na (Those Magic Changes)
Gary Puckett and The Union Gap (Young Girl)
Gary Lewis and The Playboys (This Diamond Ring)
Freddy “Boom Boom” Cannon (Palisades Park)
Johnny Tillotson (Poetry In Motion)
Dennis Tufano (Original Lead Singer of The Buckinghams (Kind of a Drag)
Jay Siegel’s Tokens (The Lion Sleeps Tonight)
The Crystals (Da Doo Ron Ron)
Lenny Welch (Since I Fell for You)
Vito Picone & The Elegants (Little Star)
Barbara Lewis (Hello Stranger)
The Dovells (The Bristol Stomp)
Tommy Mara and The Crests (Sixteen Candles)
Rocky And The Rollers America’s Greatest Rock and Roll Band
DJ Al Brady
Bowzer and the Stingrays – Formally Of Sha Na Na (Born to Hand Jive)
Johnny Contardo – Formally of Sha Na Na (Those Magic Changes)
Gary Puckett and The Union Gap (Young Girl)
Gary Lewis and The Playboys (This Diamond Ring)
Freddy “Boom Boom” Cannon (Palisades Park)
Johnny Tillotson (Poetry In Motion)
Dennis Tufano (Original Lead Singer of The Buckinghams (Kind of a Drag)
Jay Siegel’s Tokens (The Lion Sleeps Tonight)
The Crystals (Da Doo Ron Ron)
Lenny Welch (Since I Fell for You)
Vito Picone & The Elegants (Little Star)
Barbara Lewis (Hello Stranger)
The Dovells (The Bristol Stomp)
Tommy Mara and The Crests (Sixteen Candles)
Rocky And The Rollers America’s Greatest Rock and Roll Band
DJ Al Brady
With Herman's Hermits Starring Peter Noone
With Herman's Hermits Starring Peter Noone
With Herman's Hermits Starring Peter Noone
With The Flamingos and La La Brooks- The Original Voice of The Crystals
Appearing with
Rocky And The Rollers
Bowzer
Johnny Contardo
Johnny Tillotson
Peggy March
Jay Sielgels Tokens
Tommy Mara And The Crests
Freddie "Boom Boom" Canon
DJ Al Brady
Meet And Greet Autograph sessions with the performers
Q & A with The preformers
Memory Keepsakes
Only AAA Travel can book this cruise
With The Lovin Spoonful, Gary Lewis and The Playboys, The Happenings
Presented by Praia Entertainment Group, producers of “Pop, Rock & Doo Wopp Live!”
It’s a “Sixties Spectacular” starring some of the biggest stars of the era, including multiple Rock & Roll Hall of Fame legends! The Lovin’ Spoonful (“Summer in the City”, “Do You Believe in Magic?”, “Day Dream”, “Did You Ever Have to Make Up Your Mind?”, “Darling Be Home Soon”), The Vogues (“5 o’Clock World”, “You’re the One”, “Turn Around, Look at Me”, “My Special Angel”), Dennis Tufano, the original lead singer of The Buckinghams (“Kind of a Drag”, “Hey Baby! They’re Playing Our Song”, “Don’t You Care”, “Susan”, “Mercy, Mercy, Mercy”), The Happenings featuring original lead singer Bob Miranda (“See You in September”, “Go Away Little Girl”, “I Got Rhythm”) and Terry Sylvester of The Hollies (“The Air that I Breathe”, “He Ain’t Heavy, He’s My Brother”, “Long Cool Woman in a Black Dress”). Don’t miss this one-night-only reunion of some of the biggest hit-makers of the 60s!
March 4th thru 11th 2018. Oasis of The Seas out of Port Canaveral Florida… Dennis Tufano ,Bowzer and The Sting-Rays, Johnny Contardo, Johnny Tillotson, Freddy Cannon, Ron Dante (The Archies), Peggy March, The Flamingos, Gary Lewis and The Playboys, Jay Siegels Tokens, The Dixie Cups, Joey Dee, Brian Hyland, The Mystics, Rocky and The Rollers and Master of Ceremonies Al Brady
Fraternal Order Of Police
Fraternal Order Of Police
The Italian American Human Relations Foundation of Chicago Presents: Dennis Tufano Live in Concert → Featuring: “The Chicago Experience”[premier „Chicago” tribute band] with special guest, Anthony Rago & hosted by George Walsh. Dennis Tufano…the signature voice of 60’s hit makers “The Buckinghams,” will perform only one event in Chicago. Don’t miss this unique event.
Fall Doo Wop Cavalcade includes performances by The Duprees, Charlie Thomas’ Drifters, Jay Siegel’s Tokens, Dennis Tufano, the voice of The Buckinghams, The Marcels, and Randy & The Rainbows featuring Randy Safuto.
Fall Doo Wop Cavalcade includes performances by The Duprees, Charlie Thomas’ Drifters, Jay Siegel’s Tokens, Dennis Tufano, the voice of The Buckinghams, The Marcels, and Randy & The Rainbows featuring Randy Safuto.
Roslyn Rocks For Wounded Warriors
Jay & the Americans, The Vogues and Dennis Tufano (original lead singer of the Buckinghams) are joined by special guest Teresa McClean and MC Emil Stucchio to rock and raise money for Operation Wounded Warrior, a charitable endeavor of the Nassau County Volunteer Firefighters. Call 516-587-7187 for tickets or click here to order by mail.
NCFF-OWW is based in Nassau County and has no affiliation with the Wounded Warrior Project.
The firefighters raise funds through numerous events and fundraisers hosted by local Nassau County fire departments and other local civic organizations. These funds are then used to help wounded warriors receiving treatment in hospitals in Bethesda, Fort Bragg and Camp Lejuene as well as here on Long Island.
Recent efforts by NCFF-OWW include purchasing exercise equipment for a Lakeview US Army Sergeant, assisting in the building of seven homes for the wounded returning to Long Island, as well as giving ongoing support to wounded warriors receiving treatment at the Northport VA Hospital.
From NCFF-OWW: “We are volunteer firefighters dedicated to helping our wounded warriors who have sacrificed for all of us. None of us receive any salary or other compensation and approximately 90-95% of the funds are spent on the wounded and their families. The remaining funds are used for administrative expenses including flyers and posters for individual fundraisers, website upkeep and expenses related to our annual convoys to Bethesda, Fort Bragg and Camp Lejuene.”
With The Brooklyn Bridge and Gary Lewis And The Playboys
With Chuck Negron and The Cowsills
With Chuck Negron The Cowsills The Cyrcle and The Vandellas
With Chuck Negron The Cowsills The Cyrcle and The Vandellas
With Jay and The Americans The Motown Allstars and The Vandellas
Jon Bowzer Bauman (Sha Na Na)
Johnny Contardo (Sha Na Na)
The Lovin Spoonfiul
The Grass Roots
Freddie Boom Boom Cannon
Johnny Tillotson
Jay Siegels Tokens
La La Brooks
The Capris
Peggy March
Rocky and The Rollers
Two Shows 3PM and 7PM
With Jay And The Americans
50th Anniversary Performance of the Brooklyn Bridge
with JT Carter
1910 Fruit Gum Company
Ron Dante
The Reactions
Twin Gold
With The Lovin Spoonful
The Happenings
A rock n’ roll reunion celebrating the greatest era of American music
STARS OF THE SIXTIES come to The Mendel Center with THE LOVIN’ SPOONFUL (“Summer in the City,” “Do You Believe in Magic?,” “Daydream,” “Did You Ever Have to Make Up Your Mind?,” “Darling Be Home Soon”), DENNIS TUFANO, THE ORIGINAL LEAD SINGER OF THE BUCKINGHAMS (“Kind of a Drag,” “Hey Baby! They’re Playing Our Song,” “Don’t You Care,” “Susan,” “Mercy, Mercy, Mercy”), and THE HAPPENINGS’ ORIGINAL LEAD SINGER BOB MIRANDA (“See You in September,” “Go Away Little Girl,” “I Got Rhythm”). Don’t miss this one-night-only reunion of some of the biggest hit-makers of the ‘60s! Presented by Praia Entertainment Group
Doo Wop Extravaganza
Duprees
Lou Christie
Dennis Tufano
Jay Siegel & the Tokens
Back By Popular Demand! The pure vocal harmonies of our Fall Doo Wop Cavalcade performers will have you singing along and reminiscing to some of your favorite tunes. Join us as we welcome these great Doo Wop artists to our stage: Jay And The Americans, Dennis Tufano, the voice of The Buckinghams, The Crystals, Emil Stucchio And The Classics, Joey Dee, and Johnny Farina.
With Gary Lewis And the Playboys
Jay & the Americans,, DennisTufano, Gary Puckettand The Union Gap, Cyrkle and Vogues.
Two Shows 3pm and &:30PM
November 9-17
Rocky & The Rollers
America’s Premier Rock and Roll Band
Jon “Bowzer” Bauman
“Formerly of Sha Na Na – Born to Hand Jive”
Johnny Contardo
“Formerly of Sha Na Na – Those Magic Changes”
Gary Puckett & The Union Gap
“Young Girl”
Freddy “Boom Boom” Cannon
“Palisades Park – Tallahassee Lassie”
Johnny Tillotson
“Poetry In Motion – Earth Angel”
Jay Siegel’s Tokens
“The Lion Sleeps Tonight – Portrait of My Love”
Dennis Tufano
(original lead singer of The Buckinghams)
“Kind of a Drag”
La La Brooks (original lead singer of The Crystals)
“He’s a Rebel”
The Capris
“There’s a Moon Out Tonight”
Peggy March
“I Will Follow Him”
Vito Picone and The Elegants
“Little Star”
"Big Band with Rocky And The Rollers"
With Jimy Sohns, Bobby Kimball and More
February 16 – February 23, 2020
February 23 – March 1, 2020