*All times and dates are subject to cancel orchange* (Updated 2/7/23), Feb 11** Club 38 / American Legion Appleton7:00 11:00, Apr 15 Stone Harbor Resort Sturgeon Bay 6:30 10:00. When they hear us, theyre back in high school, Larry Farese added. Private Event. The story of most Fifties doo-wop groups begins with neighborhood friends gathering around a corner streetlamp in the evening to sing, or classmates at a local public high school keeping busy after hours, but the story of the Del-Vikings is an Air Force one: all five original vocalists (plus Lopes working out accompaniment on guitar, not at all unusual for a vocal group) were stationed at . The Top 10 Biggest Doo-Wop Songs of All Time, Doo-Wop's Boy Band: Frankie Lymon and the Teenagers, The Blueprint for Philly Soul: The Spinners, Kings of the Rock Instrumental: The Ventures. Add to your calendar: Outlook (iCal) -. But he said, 'Nah, I don't want to do that one. Musician/band. The Dazzllng Del Rays performing 'I'm a Wanderer' at the Sandy Parrot on January 24, 2014 in Ft Myers, Florida. A management switch from Kaye to an Air Force lawyer named Alan Strauss meant that every member under 21, as legal minors, was suddenly no longer beholden to the Fee Bee contract. THE DAZZLING DEL RAYS FROM NEW JERSEY is good old ROCK & ROLL at its best! It was a big drug culture, right? Were on a mission from God, joked Larry Farese. Lerchey became the first White member of the all-Black group, now known as the Del Vikings (no hyphen), quietly making them one of the very first integrated rock groups -- a handful had existed before, but none had reached national success. joked Larry Farese. For three hours you forget all your problems. Events.com Browse is curated to help you find and attend events you love. News Bio Tour Schedule Media Our Shows Contact/Booking Sat. Jim Farese and Jim Meade, who had kept the group alive in New Jersey, moved down here to be near Larry Farese, who had moved to Naples to practice law in 1980. And that word has to bequalified. Ernie Padalil, a substitute for Meade who once played in a Bruce Springsteen and Tom Petty tribute band. Welcome. Purchase tickets, Categories . The Dazzling DelRays at Sneaky Petes 3/3/23 Hosted By The Dazzling DelRays. Patty Smyth, later of Scandal ("The Warrior"), was their vocalist for some shows. Fri Mar 03 2023 at 08:00 pm to 11:00 pm, Sneaky Pete's Bonita, 3465 Bonita Beach Rd. Dazzling Del Rays - 7 p.m. Aretha Franklin & Patti Labelle tribute - 7 p.m. Cape Cabaret Dinner Theatre, 4725 Vincennes Blvd., Cape Coral 239-549-3000 Taylor Rea Mercato, 9110 Strada Place, Naples, 6 - 8 p.m. in front of Bravo Italian Kitchen www.experiencemercato.com Hand and Harvest Artisan Market Mercato, 9110 Strada Place, You can still browse your favorite events on our They had to be impressed because we could back up in harmony, too. Book An Appearance. ", $10 Cover Charge /$10 minimum purchase per person requiredEarly Bird: 20% discount regular dinner menu (Specials excluded) 5 to 6pm dailyHappy Hour: 50% discount on house wines, wells, dom. Food or drink Purchase required per person.???? Join us for a fun filled night of music and dancing with the "DEL RAYS from NEW JERSEY! sandy beach trailer park vernon, bc; evan fournier college; mortgage lien holder no longer in business; Blog Post Title February 26, 2018. Thu. I was born and bred in Brooklyn, New York. Park 7:00 - 9:00 P.M. "She's 93, God bless her." Audiences will get a head-bobbing helping of that knowledge when the group plays for the Stone Crab Festival at 6 p.m. Friday at Pinchers Crab Shack in Tin City. Sometimes the treasure is buried on the back hill. "We had wardrobe trunks. They absorbed musical wisdom from stars in their descent andturned it into their own jet fuel. Go-to place to discover events for more than 20M people globally. * The "Dazzling Del Rays" from New Jersey a 5 piece Band 7-10:00 * View their website here: http :// www.delrays.bandvista.com $10 COVER CHARGE (well worth it, they fill the house every time). You may also like the following events from The Dazzling DelRays: Sneaky Pete's Bonita, 3465 Bonita Beach Rd. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. They had to be impressed because we could back up in harmony, too. A night with the Del Rays it just thatmemories of good times and good music. Brylcream In Concert. But then everything exploded. ' We were the backup band for The Drifters. So we just started playing it. The group worked hard at developing the sound of those hit-makers. SEP "He wasn't a big star any more, but we loved his songs and had some we wanted him to do. Private Event. Be sure to check out the different pages on our site and sign up for our e-mail list before you leave. Where: Pinchers Crab Shack parking lot, Tin City, 1200 5th Ave S, Naples. Jim Farese chuckled, remembering he had to ferry Seinfeld to the remote gig because he didnt drive. "Everything we did was show, he recalled of his Daddy-O years. 6 The Stage -- Jersey Boys Tribute and Rock & Roll Tribute 7:00 - 9:30 P.M. 9144 Bonita Beach Rd., Bonita Springs Reservations: 239-405-8566 Full bar and dining available. Sell more tickets through digital marketing. Arcadia, Fl. The Dazzling Delrays. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); My name is Jeff. Padalil, another New Jersey native, knew his idol's every move, having sneaked into bars under-age to hear Springsteen. Please try again. Shehad a classic rock band in New Jersey known as Angel Heart, and sang with Night Train down here as well as performing with synth music and in duos. Daddy-O even served as house band at The Dunes in Las Vegas for three years. @ Cape Cabaret on 9/4 and find even more events in Cape Coral. 7-9:30 p.m. $10 admission, plus $10 minimum food and drink purchase. April is Bike Month and Tempe wants you to celebrate! That was a no-brainer for us to play these oldies, because we worked five to six nights a week. Bonita Springs Reservations: 239-405-8566 Full bar and dining available. Jeff, Calendar/Schedule. Join us for a fun filled night of great music and great dancing with the DEL RAYS from NEW JERSEY! This would prove to be a good move when Wright took over baritone duties from Lerchey and began singing lead on one of Quick's compositions, an original called "Come Go With Me." Dogtooth Sports and Music Bar. Patty Smyth, later of Scandal (The Warrior), was their vocalist for some shows. The Funkiest Disco Group: KC and the Sunshine Band, The first commercially successful integrated rock group, Their 1957 smash "Come Go With Me" is considered a quintessential doo-wop classic, An early favorite of mentor and highly influential DJ Alan Freed, Did more than any other group to put Pittsburgh on the rock n' roll map, Their excellent covers of pre- and postwar pop helped bridge the gap between pop vocal and doo-wop, No one seems to know why Quick named the group the Del-Vikings, only that adding "Del" on the front set off made them seem more "mysterious." Use your same username and password to log in and you'll be We are here to help! Mar 11 Bago Bar & Grill Co. Neenah 6:00 - 10:00. Cape Cabaret, 4725 Vincennes Blvd . SWFHappenings Magazine is the best news source for local arts, music, theater and all around entertainment events. Register or Buy Tickets, Price information. Jackson left or was forced out of the service for reasons unknown; his replacement was another White tenor, Gus Backus, who would later sing lead on their last hit, "Cool Shake." Easy to use, slick, and powerful, the BandVista musician website builder allows you to quickly build an industry-worthy mobile-friendly band or musician website you're sure to be proud of. "When they moved down here, it waslike the Blues Brothers we got the band back together. When youre a child, you always wanted spring break to last a lot longer than a week. Sat Mar 04 2023 at 07:00 pm The Dazzling DelRays Debut at Mango Rita's Rhythm House 3/4/23. Robert Fontenot Jr. is an entertainment critic and journalist focusing on classic rock and roll and published nationally for more than 25 years. Stay tuned with the most relevant events happening around you. Dazzling Del Rays - 7 p.m. Jimmy Keys - 7:30 p.m. Cape Cabaret Dinner Theatre, 4725 Vincennes Blvd., Cape Coral 239-549-3000 Thistle and Lace Twisted Vine Bistro, 2214 Bay St., Fort Myers 6:30 - 9:30 p.m., 239-226-1687 Gulf Coast Symphony Annual Gala and Auction Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort, Fort Myers, 6 p.m. www.gulfcoastsymphony.org draft beers 5 to 6pm dailyFor assistance with reservations call 239-549-3000, CLICK HERE to receive our weekly email specials and entertainment schedule. We'll send you our list of local deals and activities when you do. Bonita Springs-Estero Elks Lodge #2753. (view on map). searching events in no time. 2 The Stage -- Jersey Boys Tribute and Rock & Roll Tribute 7:00 - 9:30 P.M. 9144 Bonita Beach Rd. This site uses cookies to improve the user experience, by continuing to browse this site you AGREE to our use of cookies. Brenda C. Got just what the doctor ordered, checkout The Dazzling DelRays at dazzlingdelrays.com. During the 1970s,the New Jersey-born group opened for '50s and '60s names such as the Coasters ("Poison Ivy"), Johnny Maestro and The Brooklyn Bridge ("Worst That Could Happen"), Jay and The Americans ("This Magic Moment," "Cara Mia") and The Boxtops ("The Letter"). *All times and dates are subject to cancel orchange* (Updated 2/7/23). Come back often as we will be updating the site frequently. They've lost a spouse. Remember the days of sock hops, burger joints and going steady? Private Event. The Cape Coral Social Club: "A Non-Profit Organization" A Member of the Cape Coral Chamber of Commerce The mission of the Cape Coral Social Club is to give its members a friendly, welcoming place to have fun, enjoy social activities, and gain awareness of our community and its services. But he said, Nah, I dont want to do that one. "The beauty of it is that everybody's got their problems in life. There was now both a Del-Vikings group (led by Quick) and a Dell-Vikings group (led by Kripp), and a series of recordings flooded the market -- various combinations of members, jobs backing other singers, even solo and duet performances, all on several different labels, some credited to the group, some not, others partially. Love jeffeats.com. Apr 15 Stone Harbor Resort Sturgeon Bay 6:30 - 10:00. 11 Nauti-Parrot Oasis 6:00 - 9:00 P.M. 17200 S. Tamiami Trl., Ft. Myers. The Del Rays perform the best of doo wop, classic rock, beach and motown. Everybody's singing along, from the first song on," Jim Farese said. People who loved the '50s music and early '60s music didn't like it, and we weren't crazy about it either," recalled Larry Farese. The Dazzling DelRay's perform the best of doo wop, classic rock, beach and motown. Where you might have heard them "Come Go With Me" is such a perfect encapsulation of the era's freewheeling innocence that it's been used as a signifier in every '50s period piece from American Graffiti to American Hot Wax to Diner to Stand by Me, but it still pops up in odd places: while tending Johnny Sack's garden in "The Sopranos," for example, or Tom Hanks dancing to it on a makeshift raft in Joe Versus the Volcano, StylesDoo-Wop,Pop Vocal, R&B, Great American Songbook. Soon they caught the attention of local DJ Barry Kaye, who had them record a series of spare demos at his home, including "Come Go With Me" and what would turn out to be their second hit, a ballad called "Whispering Bells." Mango Rita's Rhythm House. Tempe Bike Month sets gears in motion. At the time, all three were we're trying to pay for college. Dazzling Delrays 50th Anniversary Show - Cambier Park. The Dazzling DelRays at Dogtooth 5/12/23 happening at Dogtooth Sports and Music Bar, 5310 Shirley Street,Naples,FL,United States, Naples, United States on Fri May 12 2023 at 07:00 pm to 10:00 pm The 50s revival started in the early 70s. At the time, all three were trying to pay for college. EARLY BIRD DAILY 5pm to 6pm / 20% OFF ALL APPETIZERS, ENTREES & DESSERTS???? Farmers Market at St. Matthew's House Naples. We learned all their songs, even their choreography, he continued, as his brother cracked: I dont think you want to see us doing their choreography now, though. They played 50s and 60s rock nostalgia shows that brought in young talent when voices and laughs were needed and met names before the word big was in front of them. More About Me . 3 talking about this. - Buy tickets for THE DAZZLING DEL RAYS - Ballroom at Cape Cabaret, Sat 11 November 2023 - THE DAZZLING DEL RAYS FROM NEW JERSEY is good old ROCK & ROLL at its best! We backed up Little Anthony, Farese said. So in the early 70s in the New York area, they had Sha Na Na. share events with your friends and make the most out of every experience. There are two parking lots close-by. For more about the group, visit online at www.thedazzlingdelrays.com. They absorbed musical wisdom from stars in their descent and turned it into their own jet fuel.During the 1970s, the New Jersey-born group opened for Jay and the Americans, Johnny Maestro and the Brooklyn Bridge, Little Anthony and the Imperials, the Coasters, the Platters and many moreSkip the psychedelia The three men behind the group drum and guitar playing brothers Larry and Jim Farese and bassist Jim Meade actually began singing and playing after the era of their favorite music. Admission is free. Register or Buy Tickets, Price information. Today the band plays hits that largely span late '50s, early '60s including Beatles and Temptation songs and early '70s music. With their musical roots in careers that began in the 1960s, the band can get any crowd singing and on their feet. The Dazzling DelRays at Dogtooth 6/9/23 Hosted By The Dazzling DelRays. Ask the Dazzling Delrays. 5 talking about this. Your source for the arts & entertainment news. Ask the Dazzling DelRays. The comedy came from a young guy named Jerry Seinfeld. Thanks for visiting the new home of The Dazzling DelRays !. Musician/band. E.g. Bonita Springs, Sat. <25 Employees . 326, Naples, Naples, More information: delrays.bandvista.com/home, South Street in Naples spices up local music scene with nightly shows, national acts, Jake Owen talks Hertz Arena show, his next album and his Fort Myers and Naples family, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. The food is also delicious here but you must. Catch a fly ball, a tan and hopefully a few attractions while youre in Tempe for Spring Training. The only label interested, however, was a tiny local outfit called Fee Bee, which recognized "Come Go With Me" as the hit and recorded it in late 1956. On any given night, Naples attorney Larry Farese and his band, the Dazzling Del Rays, may take the stage somewhere around town and morph into singing legends of days gone by. Delta Crossing. Real Estate Agent. Comedian Chingo Bling Live in Naples, Florida! We have got 40,000 cities covered worldwide, Discover Online Events - Attend from anywhere , The Dazzling DelRays at Sneaky Pete's 3/3/23, Search by related topics in Bonita Springs, We'll find event recommendations just for you. (See info box for that and another upcoming date.). #20,Bonita Springs,FL,United States, Bonita Springs, United States With Jim Farese on guitar and vocals, Larry Farese on drums and vocals and Jim Meade on bass and vocals, The DelRays have been entertaining audiences for over 40 years. Time Sat Mar 04 2023 at 08:00 pm Siggno Tour 2023 - Fort Myers, Florida - The Ranch. Alter Ego Band of Fort Myers. The Wayward Souls SWFL. Fri. 12 Lake Kennedy Senior Center 6:00 - 9:00 P.M.. Fri. 19 Nauti-Parrot Tiki Hut at Marinatown 6:00 - 9:00 P.M. 3448 Marinatown Ln., North Ft. Myers. When: 6 p.m. Friday, Oct. 26. "When we do the Frankie Valli shows, we do gold . They played'50s and ''60s rock nostalgia shows that brought in young talent when voices and laughs were needed and met names before the word "big" was in front of them. You can find out more about our use, change your default settings, and withdraw your consent at any time with effect for the future by visiting Cookies Settings, which can also be found in the footer of the site. About the group: The Del Rays perform the best of doo wop, classic rock, beach and motown. Copyright 2019. Giu 11, 2022 | how to calculate calories per serving in a recipe. fine for parking in handicap spot in ohio. This is the place where you can check out all the latest news, photos, music and videos. Remember the days of sock hops, burger joints and going steady? Admission is free.Other upcoming performances are Nov. 5 atSneakyPetes in Bonita Springs, Nov. 6 at Pinchers Tiki on Fort Myers Beach, Nov. 12 at Dogtooth in Naples. Mar 3 Tigers Bar & Grill Ripon 7:00 - 11:00. What: Naples Stone Crab Festival. We learned all their songs, even their choreography," he continued, as his brother cracked: "I don't think you want to see us doing their choreography now, though.". Their repertoire includes Elvis, the Temptations, Smokey Robinson and the Miracles, the Beatles, the Rascals, Four Seasons, Beach Boys, The Coasters and all your favorites. Rockoutloud. Were in Naples but not to retire What is an East Coast rock n roll band like this doing in Naples? Calendar Date: Saturday, November 13, 2021 - 6:00pm to 8:00pm. Theyve lost a spouse. The Dazzling DelRays transported their audience back to the '60s with covers of classic songs during a performance at Dogtooth Sports and Music Bar on October 12. People who loved the 50s music and early 60s music didnt like it, and we werent crazy about it either, recalled Larry Farese. They've got their aches and pains. That, along with the fact that all could sing,got them calls to open for stars of that era or to be their pick-up band for East Coast shows. Copyright 2022. With their musical roots in careers that began in the. Details"The Dazzling Del Rays from New Jersey"** Old Time ROCK & ROLL at its best! Leased by Blue Safari Seychelles (BSS), Alphonse is among the world's top destinations for saltwater fly-fishing, where bonefish, milkfish, triggerfish, permit and (that Holy Grail) giant . Tag us in your photos @TempeTourism or use #OurTempe. Wed. 5 The Stage -- Jersey Boys Tribute and Rock & Roll Tribute 7:00 - 9:30 P.M. 9144 Bonita Beach Rd., Bonita Springs Reservations: 239-405-8566 Full bar and dining available. Published by at February 16, 2022. Mark Gauthier. #20,Bonita Springs,FL,United States, Bonita Springs, United States. Both Pro and Amateur Chefs compete on the Big Green Egg to show off their prowess and deliver delectable recipes . '", More: South Street in Naples spices up local music scene with nightly shows, national acts, "We were the backup band for TheDrifters. The Dazzling DelRays will perform a 50th anniversary concert Saturday, Nov. 13 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Cambier Park in Naples. Google. 9 Nauti-Parrot Oasis 6:00 - 9:00 P.M. 17200 S. Tamiami Trl., Ft. Myers. The King is alive and well and belting out tunesalong with Frank Sinatra and Frankie Valliin Southwest Florida. Join us for a fun filled night of music and dancing . The Albums. Catch a fly ball, a tan and hopefully a few attractions while you're in Tempe for Spring Training. They quickly began to add local personnel: "I'd rather singwith a live band. Looking for fun things to do this weekend in Tempe and the Phoenix area? In a word: Retirement. Cookies collect information about your preferences and your devices and are used to make the site work as you expect it to, to understand how you interact with the site, and to show advertisements that are targeted to your interests. Stay updated on "The "Dazzling Del Rays" 5 piece Band from New Jersey. Get the inside scoop on the best of Tempe - straight to your inbox. In theory, they were going to retire. 17200 S. Tamiami Trl., Ft. Myers. What is an East Coastrock 'n' roll band like this doing in Naples? The harmonies are terrific, he said. Join us for the 4th Annual Sunshine Ace Hardware EGGfest in Downtown Bonita Springs Riverside Park on Saturday, April 1st from 11am -3pm for all-you-can-eat delicious samples on the Big Green Egg in the ultimate grillmaster showdown. It's a whole different energy much better," she said. And they welcomed their barrister brother back into the group. Kevin Daly, Realtor. We are planning a party for October, 2022 at a country Club and we are expecting 125-150 guests. I am looking for a really good local- reasonably priced 50s-70s Rock N Roll/Motown band that can play my husbands 75th birthday party here in Naples. To make matters worse, their former manager overdubbed a full band into those original demos and released them as an album! Twitter. Thanks for visiting the new home of The Dazzling DelRays !. THE DAZZLING DEL RAYS - Ballroom - Cape Cabaret, Sat Mar 11, 2023 - THE DAZZLING DEL RAYS FROM NEW JERSEY is good old ROCK & ROLL at its best! Dustin Melton Drummer. Plus the music is terrific. Plugged endlessly by Kaye, who was also their manager, it eventually made enough regional noise to attract the attention of legendary DJ Alan Freed, and soon they had a national hit. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------. Events.com Browse is curated for you to find and attend events you love. "So in the early 70s in the New York area, they had Sha Na Na. Dazzling DelRays celebrate 50 years with special Naples concert Nov. 13, New York Yankees memorabilia at The Baker Museum, Ceramic plates and stone sculptures at Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center, Punta Giorda Symphony: Rachmaninoff March 5; jazz March 18, Sanibel Music Festival welcomes Emerson String Quartet March 4, Alliance wraps up bluegrass series with HWY 41 South, DAAS Co-Op Gallery features art of Piper Rudich, Annual fine art festival in Bonita Springs March 4 & 5. For a doo-wop group that only had three big hits, the Del-Vikings (or Dell Vikings, or Del Vikings, or Dell Vikings) had not only one of the most intriguing but also one of the most culturally and historically significant backstories in early rock history. Citizenship Civics Test Prep Course @ Bonita Springs High School, Earn While You Learn With Real Estate Investing Community- Bonita Springs. SEP Pickup locations all over SWFL. The group worked hard at developing the sound of those hit-makers. Doo Wop FAQ'S. Guestbook. We're on a mission from God!" Today, the band plays hits that largely span late 50s, early 60s including Beatles and Temptation songs and early 70s music. HAPPY HOUR DAILY 5pm to 6pm / 50% OFF ALL HOUSE WINES, WELLS & DOM. "You'll remember that in the late '60s rock music became very psychedelic. When you visit the site, Dotdash Meredith and its partners may store or retrieve information on your browser, mostly in the form of cookies. We were like the California Sha Na Na." Sometimes the treasure is buried on the back hill. Fri. 21 Nauti-Parrot Tiki Hut at Marinatown 6:00 - 9:00 P.M. 3448 Marinatown Ln., North Ft. Myers. The comedy came from a young guy named Jerry Seinfeld. Various members toured with various Vikings until about 2000 or so; the last public appearance with an original member was the "Doo Wop 50" special on PBS in 1999, which featured Lerchey. Events.com has to offer. Band. Thanks ! Sharon Vath, a vocalist who croons half of such pairings such as theMarvin Gaye-Kim Weston duet "It Takes Two" with Larry Farese. ifsi virtual learning. It also set off a minor wave of "Del" vocal groups in doo-wop, With "Come Go With Me," Dot became the first-ever label to take an artist's indie label recordings and release them as is, without re-recording them, The one-l Del Vikings led by Quick on Mercury were the first to record "That's Why (I Love You So)," later a big hit for Jackie Wilson, The two-l Dell Vikings led by Kripp on Fee Bee and Dot also included a young Chuck Jackson, who would later go on to solo fame with the soul classic "Any Day Now (My Wild Beautiful Bird)". 1 Mango Rita"s Rhythm House 7:00 - 10:00 P.M. 16440 South Tamiami Trl., Ft Myers. (Note to Ernie's mother: Please forgive Ernie; he was doing music research.). Wed. 5 The Stage -- Jersey Boys Tribute and Rock & Roll Tribute 7 . When pilot David Lerchey was transferred in, Quick soon made him a second tenor who also filled in at baritone. The three men behind the group drum- and guitar-playing brothers Larry and Jim Farese and bassist Jim Meadeactually began singing and playing after the era of their favorite music. A night with the Del Rays is the rekindling of good times and great music. If the problem persists contact Customer Support. They quickly began to add local personnel: vocalist Sharon Vath, Kevin Dolan on drums, Bruce Inman on horns to back up and the three originals Jim Farese, Larry Farese and Jim Meade front the group complete with dazzling outfits and choreography. share events with your friends and make the most out of every experience. Apr 1 Unimaginable Hope Sock Hop/City Inn Berlin 4:00 - 6:00. dazzling del rays. A night with the Del Rays is the rekindling of good times and great music. Sat Happenings Magazine. When they moved down here, it was like the Blues Brothers we got the band back together. It was a big drug culture, right? Got just what the doctor ordered, checkout The Dazzling DelRays at dazzlingdelrays.com. And that word has to be qualified. They will be immediately recommended to interested users. "The '50s revival startedin the early 70s." The original members more or less reformed off and on in the Seventies to take advantage.of the "oldies" craze, even going so far as to make new sides until 1977 or so.