* Blues Brothers Soul Band.

Got a real good tribute act for you guys- the Blues Brothers Soul Band scheduled to play the Boca Black Box in Boca Raton on Saturday, September 25th, 2021 at 8pm.

Jeff Eats and Mrs. Jeff Eats have seen the Blues Brothers Soul Band something like 5 times- trust me when I tell you- this band will have you “swearing” that Jake and Elwood are right in front of you- singing “Soul Man” – not to mention “Rawhide” (so I won’t)!

from bocablackbox.com
The Blues Brothers Soul Band is coming to Boca Black Box on a “mission from God” — to get you on your feet and having a great time. This fun, high-energy tribute to the legendary Jake and Elwood Blues (originally created by John Belushi and Dan Aykroyd) features a live band playing all the soulful, feel-good hits from Ray Charles, John Lee Hooker, Aretha Franklin, James Brown and beyond. The playful tribute — complete with all the signature dance moves, shades and pork-pie hats — mixes the music and playful stage antics of the original Blues Brothers while paying homage to the country’s rich history of rhythm and blues, gospel and soul music.

The Skinny:

Blues Brothers Soul Band
Saturday, September 25th, 2021 (8pm)
Boca Black Box
8221 Glades Road
Boca Raton, Florida 33434
Box Office: 561-483-9036
Tickets: bocablackbox.com check goldstar.com (discount tickets)

Originally posted on July 27th, 2021.

* The 5th Dimension.

Tickets just went on sale…

Trust Jeff Eats on this one, I’ve seen- original Dimension, Florence LaRue and her crew- and they put on an absolutely terrific show…

The Skinny:

The 5th Dimension

Sunday, October 10th, 2021 (4pm & 7pm)

Boca Black Box
8221 Glades Road Suite #10,
Boca Raton, Florida 33434
Box Office: 483.9036
Tickets: bocablackbox.com – also check goldstar.com for discount tickets

From bocablackbox.com

In 1967, a little-known vocal group called the 5th Dimension recorded the song “Up, Up and Away” which catapulted the group to instant stardom. Countless magazine covers, world tours and several Grammys later, the 5th Dimension is recognized as one of the most prolific soul, R&B groups in musical history.

The 5th Dimension has made over 25 million in sales with 22 Top 40 hits and five No.1 songs, including “Up, Up and Away,” “Wedding Bell Blues,” “One Less Bell to Answer,” “Last Night I Didn’t Get to Sleep At All,” and the iconic “Aquarius/ Let the Sunshine In”. They have performed on the world’s most famous stages, including Radio City Music Hall alongside Frank Sinatra and the Hollywood Bowl, and delivered unforgettable television performances on the Ed Sullivan Show, Soul Train and The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson. The 5th Dimension has secured its position in the Grammy Hall of Fame, with 14 gold records, six platinum records and six Grammy Awards.

In 2015, The 5th Dimension celebrated 50 years of extraordinary entertainment. Original member Florence LaRue and company continue to deliver dynamic performances that stand the test of time and captivate audiences from Las Vegas to Manila, Philippines.

While remaining true to their original, five-part harmonic sound, The 5th Dimension remains versatile, attracting audiences of all ages and nationalities. Within the last decade, The 5th Dimension has taken the stage with several prestigious symphony orchestras, entertained at the White House and performed for families at Disneyland in California and Disney World in Florida, demonstrating the groups diverse appeal. The iconic group continues to sell out venues across the United States, Europe and Asia.

According to a recent review by White Plains Citizens, ”[The 5th Dimensions’] voices and harmony are stronger, more emotional and as meaningful, perhaps more meaningful than when they first became hits in the 1965-1975 era. Today’s Dimensions deliver a tight, personal show, as crisp as old top 40 Radio.”

This contest started on 9/21/21. This contest has a winner.

* Win A $20 Fiorella Italian Restaurant And Pizzeria.

Jeff Eats got a $20 Fiorella Italian Restaurant And Pizzeria Gift Card to give to one of you guys!

The game- the first 20 “reader-comments” received – will be entered in a “blind hat pick”! You can submit as many comments as you’d like but- Please, only 1- reader comment – per day…play fair!

The $20 Gift Card is good at Fiorella Italian Restaurant And Pizzeria, 7008 Charleston Shores Boulevard, Lake Worth, Florida 33467, (561) 963-4999.

You can check menu/prices at www.fiorellarestaurant.com.

Posted on June 13th, 2014

***** Fiorella Italian Restaurant And Pizzeria, 7008 Charleston Shores Boulevard, Lake Worth, Florida 33467, (561) 963-4999.

Got a real good “mom & pop” red sauce Italian joint for you…Fiorella Italian Restaurant And Pizzeria in Lake Worth. You’re big “boys” -so no need to describe what Fiorella’s decor looks like-but unlike most of it South Florida brethren it has a small full liquor bar area.

You’re big “boys” so no need to detail Fiorella’s menu- but its got the expected appetizers, salads, subs, calzones, pastas, pizzas, stromboli, entrees, desserts- its also got the expected soup/salad-entree-pasta side-garlic rolls “specials.”

A recent dinner outing, had Jeff Eats “trying” baked clams oreganta, plain pizza, veal parmigiana, lobster ravioli, eggplant rollatini, penne ala vodka, shrimp scampi, clams/white sauce over linguine, and I gotta tell you, Fiorella makes some real good stuff. For you new- Jeff Eats’ readers, there were 6 folks in my-party, didn’t want you to think I’m some amazing-over eater.

You guys should know by now, that Jeff Eats isn’t really into doing- food pecking orders- but I loved the shrimp scampi, clams/white sauce over linguine, lobster ravioli,-so there!

You can check menu/prices at www.fiorellarestaurant.com.

Finally, I know that some of you guys are wondering where Fiorella stacks up in the South Florida Mom & Pop Red Sauce Food Chain- let’s do it this way, if Fiorella was close- by my house, Jeff Eats would be a very steady eat in/takeout customer.

Now for a real solid, Fiorella’s website has a load of discount coupons and its takeout menu has even more coupons.

By the way, Fiorella which has been around since 2006 is open Monday-Saturday 11am-10pm and Sunday noon-9pm.

Originally posted on May 14th, 2021.

* ABBAFAB.

Definitely one of America’s best ABBA tribute acts.

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TICKETS On Sale June 18th, 2021
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The Skinny:

ABBAFAB

Sunday, January 30th, 2022 (2pm)

Mizner Park Cultural Center
201 Plaza Real
Boca Raton, Florida 33432

Box Office: (844)-672-2849

Tickets: miznerparkculturalcenter.com

From miznerparkculturalcenter.com

January 30, 2022 @ 2:00 pm
Mizner Park Cultural Center

Having played to sold-out crowds across the U.S. and abroad, ABBAFAB is a stunning tribute to the music of ABBA featuring the sensational talents of some of TAD’s most talented and loved artists and musicians! This multimedia production is a tribute to some of the greatest music produced in the 70s and 80s including monster hits such as Waterloo, Fernando, Honey Honey, Dancing Queen and countless others. From ABBA’s earliest hits to Mamma Mia, ABBAFAB will take you on a technicolor journey that is unmatched. Our vocalists and musicians have toured the world as solo artists and band members and have come together to create the most entertaining ABBA tribute on the market today!

ABBA’s record-breaking string of hits has stood the test of time and continues to thrill audiences of all ages. With vocals and musicianship, they are second to none, the ABBAFAB vibe is infectious! ABBA fans love it and new ABBA fans are created at every show. There’s no generation gap here, so let’s ALL party like it’s 1979!

* Exclusive Online Presale- Gladys Knight.

The lady is a Living Legend!

Jeff Eats and Mrs. Jeff Eats will be there.

Tickets: Ticketmaster.com. Password: TRAIN

This contest started on 9/20/21. This contest has a winner.

* Win A $10 Checkers Rally’s Gift Card.

Jeff Eats got a $10 Checkers Rally’s Gift Card to give to one of you guys…

The game- the first 10 “reader-comments” received – will be entered in a “blind hat pick”! You can submit as many comments as you’d like but- Please, only 1- reader comment – per day…play fair!

The $10 Gift Card is good at any Checkers Rally’s location (checkers.com for locations, menu, prices).

This contest started on 9/20/21. This contest has a winner.

* Win A $20 GG’s of New York Gift Card.

Jeff Eats got a $20 GG’s of New York Gift Card to give to one of you guys…

The game- the first 20 “reader-comments” received – will be entered in a “blind hat pick”! You can submit as many comments as you’d like but- Please, only 1- reader comment – per day…play fair!

The $20 Gift Card is good at GG’s of New York, 5440 North State Road 7, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33319, (954) 484-0400.

Check menu/prices/info at ggsofny.com.

Posted on June 11th, 2016

***** GG’s of New York, 5440 North State Road 7, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33319, (954) 484-0400.

For our purposes we’re gonna call GG’s of New York an “out of sight, out of mind” mom & pop Italian red sauce joint.

Jeff Eats first told you guys about GG’s way-back on July 24, 2008. The truth be told, hadn’t been back-until last night when Jeff Eats, Mrs. Jeff Eats and another couple did dinner! Why the hiatus- you guys got me there, just forget about the joint!

Real simple tale to tell you, GG’s is right up there with the best mom & pop red sauce joints down here in Sunny South Florida.

Let me wrap this baby up for you guys- delicious food, large portions, reasonable prices, super pleasant service- makes GG’s of New York a joint that Jeff Eats “won’t” forget about again!

Posted on July 24th, 2008
***** GG’s of New York, 5440 N. State Road 7, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33319 (954) 484-0400.

You know and I know, that South Florida has more “mom and pop” Italian joints “than you can shake a stick at.” Some are good…some are lousy…some are terrific…and some are just okay.

GG’s is a red-sauce “mom and pop” Italian joint…for the purpose of this exercise, let’s rate it REAL GOOD.

Over the years, I have eaten in GG’s something like 10 times. Real good pizza, pastas, veal-meat-chicken-seafood entrees. You know the game here…garlic rolls, salad, entree with a pasta/vegetable side.

Take a look at GG’s website www.ggsofny.com for menu/pricing/details. What I especially like about this joint, is that it has a very extensive menu…it is absolutely loaded with appetizers, subs, soups, salads, pastas, pizzas, entrees and desserts…you will definitely find something to eat at GG’s.

To be perfectly honest with you, GG’s is probably as good if not better than 90% of the “mom and pop” red sauce joints that I have eaten in…and trust me, there have been a ton of them. GG’s is not close to my home…if it were, I would eat there more often.

If you live in GG’s neighborhood…this is a real good joint to know about.

GG’s is open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner.

* Smokey Robinson.

I don’t care how old or how young you are- Seeing Smokey Robinson In Concert should be on everybody’s BUCKET LIST!

Tickets go on sale, tomorrow morning- Monday, September 20th, 2021 at 10am.

From seminolecoconutcreekcasino.com/entertainment

Smokey Robinson

Wednesday, Nov 17th, 2021 • 8:00 PM

Live At Coco Seminole Casino Coconut Creek
5550 NW 40th Street
Coconut Creek, Florida 33073
Info: 954-977-6700

General Admission Standing Room Only & General Admission Riser Seating Tickets-seminolecoconutcreekcasino.com/entertainment

Live At Coco

Our all-new outdoor entertainment venue, Live At Coco, presents a revamped entertainment experience for you and 3,000 of your closest friends to enjoy A-list performances. The venue features state-of-the-art sound and lighting, a spacious general admission area and elevated VIP lounges for those seeking a premium show experience. Plus, enjoy a variety of on-site refreshment options, including two main bars under traditional Chickees. After the show, keep the night going with Slots, live Table Games and more entertainment inside the casino. Live At Coco shows will go on rain or shine.

Originally posted on September 13th, 2021.

* Tapestry: The Carole King Songbook.

Jeff Eats and Mrs. Jeff Eats have seen the show- trust me, you’ll swear Carole King is on that stage!

You can catch tickets at- delraybeachplayhouse.com.

from delraybeachplayhouse.com

Tapestry: The Carole King Song Book

THURSDAY, JANUARY 6TH, 2022- 8 PM
&
FRIDAY, JANUARY 7TH, 2022- 8PM

Delray Beach Playhouse
950 NW 9th St. Delray Beach, FL 33444

Box Office: (561) 272-1281 Ext. 5

Tickets: delraybeachplayhouse.com

The premier musical tribute to Carole King, TAPESTRY: THE CAROLE KING SONGBOOK…

“…Brilliant! With a stellar band, Suzanne brought the audience on a journey through the songbook of Carole King…featuring one of the most life-changing albums of our era.”

This show recreates the sound and vibe of a 1970’s Carole King concert experience following her legendary album, “Tapestry.” You will be transported back to the iconic image of her multi-million selling album of 1971.

Impeccable attention to detail is taken in recreating a respectful and accurate musical presentation of piano and vocals, just as they were. Suzanne’s performance will take you on a journey back to those great recordings. During the 70’s & 80’s, Carole played solo, with acoustic musicians, and a full band with horns during this period. This show is performed in any of those formats.

TAPESTRY not only presents the record-breaking, Grammy-winning album of the same name, but is a retrospective of the iconic songwriting team of Goffin and King, and her hits that continued into the 70’s. This prolific team wrote chart-topping hits for artists such as Aretha Franklin, Bobby Vee, The Beatles, James Taylor, the Drifters, Donny Osmond…and the list goes on.

You will feel the Earth Move under your feet with this show!

* Gary Puckett & The Union Gap and Herman’s Hermits Starring Peter Noone.

Tickets Just Went On Sale.

Gary and Peter both put on terrific shows…

From thecentercs.com/events

March 11, 2022 | 8pm

Coral Springs Center For The Arts
2855 Coral Springs Drive
Coral Springs, Florida 33065
Box Office: (954) 344-5990
Tickets:thecentercs.com/events

Gary Puckett & The Union Gap and Herman’s Hermits Starring Peter Noone

Event Date: Saturday, March 19, 2022 at 8:00 pm

Facility: Coral Springs Center For The Arts

Gary Puckett & The Union Gap Gary Puckett and the Union Gap was one of the most successful musical groups of the sixties. Gary’s unmistakable signature voice garnered six consecutive gold records and sold more records than any other recording act…including the Beatles..plus. had top ten Billboard hits with “Young Girl,” “Woman Woman,” “Lady Willpower,” “Over You,” “This Girl is a Woman Now,” “Keep the Customer Satisfied,” “Don’t Give In to Him” and “Home.” Puckett has performed on more than thirty network television shows and prime time specials during his career and continues to tour nationally & internationally.

Herman’s Hermits Starring Peter Noone At the age of fifteen, Peter Noone achieved international fame as “Herman’s Hermits”, lead singer of the legendary Sixties pop band Herman’s Hermits. His classic hits included: “I’m Into Something Good” “Mrs. Brown, you’ve Got A Lovely Daughter”, “I’m Henry VIII, I Am”, “Silhouettes”, “Can’t You Hear My Heartbeat”, “Just A Little Bit Better”, “Wonderful World”, “There’s A Kind of Hush”, “A Must To Avoid”, “Listen People”, “The End of the World” and “Dandy”. Ultimately, Herman’s Hermits sold over sixty million recordings. In all, fourteen singles and seven albums went gold. The Hermits were twice named Cashbox’s “Entertainer of the Year”.