This contest started on 9/2/19. This contest has a winner.
* Win A $10 Wendy’s Gift Card.
Jeff Eats got a $10 Wendy’s Gift Card to give to one of you guys!
The game- the first 15 “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 Wendy’s location (wendys.com for locations, menu, info).
* The Lords Of 52nd Street-Legends Of The Billy Joel Band.
One of America’s best (Trust Jeff Eats on this one- these guys are off the chart good!) Billy Joel tribute bands!
The Lords Of 52nd Street-Legends Of The Billy Joel Band
Wednesday, February 26, 2020 at 8:00pm
Palm Beach State College/Duncan Theater
4200 Congress Avenue
Lake Worth, FL 33461
561.967.7222
Tickets: palmbeachstate.edu
from lordsof52ndst.com
Before they were The Lords of 52nd Street, you could find them playing at local clubs in Long Island under the band name, “Topper.” Topper was a 1960s high school rock and roll band originally formed by, Russell Javors on guitar and vocals, Doug Stegmeyer on bass, and Liberty DeVitto on drums. The band was drawing a large audience at the time, but bassist Doug Stegmeyer quickly flew out to California to audition for the “Piano Man,” Mr. Billy Joel.
Joel was looking to form a new band that will record and tour with him regularly. Stegmeyer was immediately accepted into the Billy Joel Band, and Joel asked if Stegmeyer knew any other players, specifically a New York style drummer. Stegmeyer told Joel, “You know them,” and recommended his Topper bandmates, Russell Javors and Liberty DeVitto, for the part. DeVitto frequently played gigs with Joel’s high school band “The Hassles” at Plainview’s My House. To say the least, Joel and DeVitto were not foreign to each other’s playing. No one ever expected these musicians would cross paths again, and help form one of pop music’s most famous bands.
Doug Stegmeyer, Liberty DeVitto and Russell Javors joined Billy Joel in studio to record his 1976 album “Turnstiles.” Billy Joel was also looking specifically for a saxophone player who can play keyboards. Al Stegmeyer, Doug Stegmeyer’s father, was a sound engineer on the album, and recommended Richie Cannata to play saxophone and keyboards on the album. Cannata walked into Ultrasonic Studios in Hempstead, New York, and heard for the first time the legendary hit, “Angry Young Man.”
Joel, Stegmeyer, DeVitto and Javors recorded the tune a day earlier, and Cannata was blown away by their experienced playing and speed. Cannata went into the studio and immediately recorded the unforgettable Empire State love song, “New York State of Mind.” What made the music on this album so special, were the dedicated and loyal New York musicians behind its creation.
The Turnstiles album was a huge success because Joel and his new recording and touring band performed the songs with such a fresh, and young driven beat. DeVitto, Javors and Cannata blew away audiences with their playing, and helped Joel sell millions of albums. The band went from playing local colleges and universities across the nation to performing at the world’s most famous arena, Madison Square Garden.
After the success of the Turnstiles album, Joel and the band began looking for a music producer for their next album. George Martin, the legendary Beatles record producer, offered Billy Joel a record deal, but he informed Joel he wanted to record with studio musicians. Joel would not create this new album without The Lords of 52nd Street, so he told Martin, “Love me. Love my band.” Joel turned down The Beatles’ record producer, George Martin, and was pleased to work with the legendary, Phil Ramone.
Phil Ramone and Joel coined DeVitto, Cannata, Javors and Stegmeyer as The Lords of 52nd Street, and went into Columbia Studios to record, “The Stranger.” The album was a commercial success, it holds a RIAA diamond certification (10x platinum), and several #1 singles including, Only The Good Die Young and Just The Way You Are. The Lords of 52nd Street, along side the Piano Man, led an international tour, and performed at famous arenas including, Wembley Stadium, Royal Albert Hall, the Sydney Opera House, Nassau Coliseum, Madison Square Garden, Carnegie Hall, Budokan, the LA Forum and many others.
The band also performed on NBC’s “Saturday Night Live” and on the BBC’s “The Old Grey Whistle Test” television program back in 1978. The Lords of 52nd Street helped Joel establish a popular music career, and the opportunity to perform and record in the most prestigious settings.
Joel and The Lords of 52nd Street returned to the studio, and recorded Grammy award winning albums including, 52nd Street, Glass Houses, and The Nylon Curtain. The band recorded and toured with Joel for over a decade, and it wasn’t until their induction into the Long Island Music Hall of Fame where they decided to reunite after a 30-year separation. After their 2014 hall of fame induction, The Lords of 52nd Street picked up their instruments yet again, and began performing in front of live audiences together.
The Lords finally returned to the stage to a sold out crowd at The Space at Westbury in February 2016. Critics adored the band, and their performance blew away fans of all ages. The Lords of 52nd Street are touring regularly since their return in early 2016, and they do not plan on stopping anytime soon. Fans declared that The Lords’ live performances sound just like the original recordings with Billy Joel, if not better. The Lords of 52nd Street perform regularly for live audiences in public and private events, and continue to awe fans from around the world.
They are New York’s favorite band, they sold more than 150 million records, they helped establish Billy Joel’s formidable sound, and they continue to perform their legendary hits still to this day. Look no further; The Lords of 52nd Street are here!
***** DISH OF THE WEEK (Sunday- 9/1/19- Orange Octopus Ice Cream).
One of Jeff Eats’ favorite menu items…
SUNDAES
($6.45 per sundae)
Orange Octopus Ice Cream Co
1220 Old Stickney Point Road
Sarasota
(941) 346-0202
orangeoctopusicecream.com
Latest Review: 5/1/18
The joint has 24 killer delicious in-house made ice cream flavors. Trust Jeff Eats on this one, no matter what you “order” you’re gonna love it!
Posted on May 1st, 2018
***** Orange Octopus Ice Cream Co, 1220 Old Stickney Point Road, Sarasota, Florida 34232, (941) 346-0202.
Got a terrific ice-cream joint for you guys to checkout, Orange Octopus Ice Cream Co in Sarasota.
Jeff Eats and Mrs. Jeff Eats discovered this joint a couple of weeks ago- and all I can tell you guys- its ice cream is off the chart delicious!
Now this is purely a subjective call, both Jeff Eats and Mrs. Jeff Eats rate Orange Octopus’ ice cream as some of the best we’ve eaten down here in Sunny Florida,! Trust me when I tell you, we’ve eaten our fair share of ice cream cones/cups – so I’m kinda thinking that you guys shouldn’t take our “call” here too-lightly!
Orange Octopus Ice Cream store “setup” is pretty standard- order/pickup counter, good handful of inside tables, loads of toppings, different types of cones- what makes this joint a winner is that all of its 24 ice creams are made in house! Let me repeat that- All Of ITS ICE CREAM IS MADE IN HOUSE! Now your tastebuds may- taste differently that Jeff Eats and Mrs. Jeff Eats- taste…all I can tell you is -that the 9 flavors we tasted absolutely killed!
Let me wrap Oranage Octopus Ice Cream Co up for you guys by saying, this joint is an absolute must try, it’s open 7 days a week 11am-10pm and you can check menu/ prices/ info at orangeoctopusicecream.com
This contest started on 8/30/19. This contest has a winner.
* Win A $25 Doris Italian Market & Bakery Gift Card.
Jeff Eats got a $25 Doris Italian Market & Bakery 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 $25 Gift Card is good at any Doris Market & Bakery location (1-Sunrise, 1-Coral Springs, 1-Boca Raton, 1-North Palm Beach). Check dorismarket.com for locations/info.
Posted on May 21st, 2009
***** Doris Italian Market & Bakery *****
The other day, I told you guys about a terrific “market”…The Boys Farmers Market (5/6/09) located in Delray Beach.
Now let me tell you about another terrific “market”…Doris Italian Market & Bakery which currently has 5 locations… Hollywood, Plantation, Coral Springs, Boca Raton and Pembroke Pines…another spot in Sunrise is scheduled to open in the very near future. For full details/addresses check Doris’ website at www.dorismarket.com
Just so you know, Doris started out in Hollywood in 1947 as a neighborhood Italian meat-market. Today’s locations, are probably 7,500-10,000 sq. ft and have a full range of meats, seafood, baked goods, fresh produce, prepared foods and grocery items. Although it calls itself an “Italian Market & Bakery”…Doris’ baked goods and prepared foods are not limited to Italian “style” food…unless stuff like bbq ribs, tuna salad, shrimp salad, egg salad, chocolate chip cookies are Italian food.
Over the years, my family has shopped countless times at Doris’ Boca location…and I have to tell you, that its baked goods and prepared foods…are outstanding. This joint’s cakes, breads, pastries are top-notch…its Italian “dishes” are as good, if not better, than the stuff served by your favorite neighborhood pizza joint.
The way I look at Doris…outstanding joint for baked goods,”take home” food, fresh meat-seafood…by the way, Doris makes a chicken salad which is one of the “best” that I have eaten…As for produce and grocery items, your local Publix is better…Prices?— local supermarket prices.
Doris is open Monday-Friday 8:30am-7pm, Saturday 8:30am-6:30pm, Sunday 8:30am-5pm.
This contest started on 8/29/19. This contest has a winner.
* Win 32 White Castle Microwaveable Cheeseburger Sliders.
Jeff Eats got 2- White Castle Coupons to give to one of you guys. Each coupon gets you a 16 pack of White Castle Microwaveable Cheeseburger Sliders. For you guys out there who might be math-challenged, 2×16=32!
The game- the first 10 “reader-comments” received – will be entered in a “blind hat pick”! You can submit as many coAmments as you’d like but- Please, only 1- reader comment – per day…play fair!
The 2- White Castle Coupons can be used at any market/retailer that carries 16-pack White Castle Microwaveable Cheeseburger Sliders (check whitecastle.com for market/retailer locations).
This contest started on 8/28/19. This contest has a winner.
* Win A $20 Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen Gift Card.
Jeff Eats got a $20 Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen 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 any Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen location.
Check Popeyes.com for menu/prices/locations/info.
This contest started on 8/29/19. This contest has a winner.
* Win 48 White Castle Microwaveable Cheeseburger Sliders.
Jeff Eats got 3- White Castle Coupons to give to one of you guys. Each coupon gets you a 16 pack of White Castle Microwaveable Cheeseburger Sliders. For you guys out there who might be math-challenged, 3×16=48!
The game- the first 10 “reader-comments” received – will be entered in a “blind hat pick”! You can submit as many coAmments as you’d like but- Please, only 1- reader comment – per day…play fair!
The 3- White Castle Coupons can be used at any market/retailer that carries 16-pack White Castle Microwaveable Cheeseburger Sliders (check whitecastle.com for market/retailer locations).
***** Stasio’s Italian Deli & Market, 2320 East Robinson Street, Orlando, Florida 32803, (407) 277-7755.
Got a real good Italian deli-market for you guys to checkout, Stasio’s Italian Deli & Market in Orlando.
Simple tale to tell- Italian deli/market serving up- house made breads/ pastries/ cakes/ cookies/ breakfast sandwiches/ hot & cold subs & sandwiches/ hot & cold pastas, deli cases loaded with meats/cheeses/salads, wines, coffee bar, order-pickup at counter, indoor table/counter seating, open Monday-Friday 7am-7pm/Saturday 9am-5pm/closed Sunday.
Jeff Eats and Mrs. Jeff Eats “discovered” Stasio’s Deli & Market yesterday afternoon- and I gotta tell you guys real good stuff!
Like I said a few seconds ago- real good stuff!
If you live, work, play or visit anywhere near Stasio’s Italian Deli & Market- you gotta give it a shot!
First told you guys about Majesty Of Rock’s – Friday, 8/30/19 (8pm) Boca Black Box show on 5/13/19. Just checked bocablackbox.com and goldstar.com (discount tickets) and there is a very small handful of tickets still available. Sooooo- if you wanna go, time to make your move on the ticket front! Trust Jeff Eats on this one- you Journey and Styx fans gotta see these guys!
Posted on May 13th, 2019
* Majesty Of Rock- The Music Of Journey & Styx.
Real simple tale- absolutely amazing Journey & Styx tribute band…
Just announced…
Majesty Of Rock- The Music Of Journey & Styx
Friday, August 30th, 2019 (8pm)
Boca Black Box
8221 Glades Road #10
Boca Raton, Florida 33434
Box Office: 561.483.9036
Tickets: bocablackbox.com and goldstar.com (discount tickets)
from bocablackbox.com
It all started when Chain Reaction banded together in South Florida and began re-creating the sounds of the American super group, Journey. They wanted to pay special homage to Journey’s best years (1977-1998), when Steve Perry fronted the band.
The amazing voice of John D’Agostino, coupled with the exceptional musical talents of four equally sophisticated and experienced musicians soon propelled Chain Reaction to become one of the premier Journey reverence bands of our time. The band strives to re-create the exact sounds and nuances of Journey. Their passion for authenticity and attention to detail go a long way toward ensuring that the audience feels like they’re at a real Journey concert.
While the band has enjoyed performing the music of Journey, front man John D’Agostino also loves another American super group, Styx. Turns out the rest of the band are huge Styx fans, too. So they began adding some of Styx’s best tunes to their already expansive repertoire of Journey material. The audience response was so positive, that Forever Styx was eventually added as a separate tribute band.
Now you really CAN have it any way you want it: Majesty of Rock performing a Journey/Styx concert extravaganza, Chain Reaction, the ultimate Journey reverence band, or Forever Styx. Take a journey with us back to the days of arena rock at it’s best.
