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Long journey of rock ’n’ roll icon BY G R AC E M CQ UA D E
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pop acts — Bing Crosby, Doris Day, Danny Kaye,” Parker recalled. “All that was informative, but when the Beatles, the Stones and all the beat groups arrived, we knew we had our own music. That was the beginning, when many kids got hold of musical instruments and took a real interest. We kids formed bands right away, but I’d just call them ‘dress up’ bands really, haircuts and all.” Those childhood days when Parker says he and his friends were “too lazy” to actually learn how to play music changed in the years to come after he quit school, left home and traveled to places from the Channel Islands to Gibraltar. “When I was about 18, I started to take the guitar and writing more seriously, but never had lessons. I just messed around until I very slowly began to get somewhere with it,” Parker said. “All the traveling I did exposed me to different people and therefore different types of music (that were) all very useful.” Parker eventually moved back home to England in 1972 and decided to pursue music as a career, making contact with people like fellow guitarist Noel Brown and band manager Dave Robinson that would lead him to his famed back-up band, the Rumour. “Dave Robinson had a small studio, and as soon as I met him he’d get me in there recording demos, but he was already overseeing the musicians who became the Rumour, my backing band,” Parker said. “He thought they’d be perfect to back me and apart from Noel Brown, who had more or less led me to Dave, I’d never been near musicians of that quality. It was a no-
brainer that we could work together.” Graham Parker and the Rumour got their start in London’s pub rock scene in the mid-‘70s, a time many consider the golden age of rock ‘n’ roll, that quickly landed the band its first record label. “No one I knew had heard of pub rock, including myself, and it was only after spending time with the Rumour that I began to learn of this rather obscure music scene,” Parker said. “Probably because of my backing band, I had immediate attention from certain areas of the music press, because they knew these musicians from previous incarnations. Of course, it was very exciting for me to find myself with a crack band and a record deal in no time flat, but I was already convinced that my songs deserved that attention.” These early songs from Parker and the Rumour’s first two albums released in 1976, Howlin’ Wind and Heat Treatment, were praised by critics and reflected Parker’s early music influences. “It’s not hard to hear a whole range of styles in that first album,” he said, “going back to some of the swing I would have heard on the radio when I was really young and the soul and R&B stylings that came later. It’s all in there.” The band went on to appear on the BBC network in 1977, placing it further into the rock music spotlight, but Parker took it all in stride as a burgeoning musician. “I don’t consider that I ever hit it ‘big,’” he said. “I just kind of crept around the edges of things attracting enough people who enjoyed the music. But each of the early records sold a bit more than the last
and the venues got to be theater-size and that was very satisfying.” The late ‘70s ushered in punk rock and while Parker is often included in that era, he chose to make his own mark and stay true to his music roots. “Looking back on punk, I see it now more as performance art,” he said. “There was some good work in it, more by luck than anything else. I’ve always felt like I was in a field of one, so I just carried on and continue to do the same, regardless of what else is going on.” 1979 saw the release of Parker and the Rumour’s fourth album, Squeezing Out Sparks, with notable songs like “Discovering Japan” and “Local Girls,” that have earned it inclusion in several of Rolling Stone’s all-time top album lists. As is the case with many rock bands that split up, Parker parted ways with the Rumour in 1980 and embarked on a solo career over the next three decades, producing a steady stream of albums and hits like “Wake Up (Next to You).” In recent years, he reunited with the Rumour to record two more albums in 2012 and 2015, before collaborating with the Goldtops on the 2018 release of Cloud Symbols. Given the album’s airy title and with songs like “Dreamin’” and “Is the Sun out Anywhere,” one might think the artist who delivered hard-hitting tracks over the years, particularly the retaliatory “Mercury Poisoning,” may have evolved into a mellower, more reflective musician, but Parker says otherwise about the creation of the album. Continued on Page 46
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Friday, May 24 at 8 p.m. Guitarist and vocalist Godfrey Townsend and his band will perform a repertoire of music spanning over three decades of the much loved guitar legend Eric Clapton’s career — from the ‘60s rock anthem, “Sunshine of Your Love,â€? to 1996’s Grammy-winning “Change the World,â€? as well as all the classics along the way, including “Layla,â€? “I Shot the Sheri,â€? “Lay Down Sally,â€? “Wonderful Tonightâ€? and “Tears In Heaven.â€? Where: The Space at Westbury, 250 Post Ave., Westbury Info & Tickets: 516-283-5566 • thespaceatwestbury.com
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In a New Light: American Impressionism, 1870-1940
Saturday, May 25 through Sunday, Aug. 18 (check museum website for daily hours) This exhibit oers a sweeping survey of American Impressionism, revealing the transformative inuence of Impressionism on American art between the years of the Hudson River School — whose majestic landscapes inuenced, and then gradually gave way to, French Impressionist–inspired works — and modernist trends of the early 20th century. Where: Heckscher Museum of Art, 2 Prime Ave., Huntington Info: 631-351-3250 • heckscher.org
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’Heirloom Kitchen’ with Anna Francese Gass
Saturday, May 25, 3 to 5 p.m. In “Heirloom Kitchen,â€? Anna Francese Gass brings together the stories and dishes of 40 women, all immigrants to the United States, whose heirloom recipes have helped shape the landscape of American food. Some of these women will be joining the author at this special, $35 ticketed event, which includes a copy of the book and a beverage (wine, beer, coffee, tea or soda) from the bookstore cafĂŠ. Where: Turn of the Corkscrew Books and Wine 110 N. Park Ave., Rockville Centre rew com Info & Reservations: 516-764-6000 • turnofthecorkscrew.com
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Memorial Day Weekend Fireworks and Commemoration
Saturday, May 25 at 6 p.m. This year’s Memorial Day ceremony will feature a ďŹ reworks display, musical entertainment from the Chicago tribute band Beginnings, the LPs playing songs from the ‘70s and ‘80s, and then a DJ. During the ceremony, a student from Schreiber High School will sing the National Anthem and the Albertson Cub Scouts will perform the Pledge of Allegiance. Where: North Hempstead Beach Park 175 West Shore Road, Port Washington Info: 311 or 516-869-6311 northhempsteadny.gov
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Bob Seger and the Silver Bullet Band
Thursday, May 30 at 7:30 p.m. The Jones Beach summer concert series gets started with rock legend Bob Seger performing all his greatest hits — from “Night Movesâ€? and “Still the Same,â€? to “We’ve Got Tonightâ€? and “Shame on the Moon,â€? to “Katmanduâ€? and “Her Strutâ€? — along with the Silver Bullet Band. Where: Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater 895 Bay Parkway, Wantagh Info & Tickets: 866-558-8468 or 516-785-1600 • jonesbeach.com
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The Beach Boys: Summer Kickoff Show Thursday, May 30 at 8 p.m. “Wouldn’t It be Niceâ€? to hear the Beach Boys kick o summer? Long Islanders will get to do so, as the California surfer band plays crowd-pleasers like “Fun, Fun, Fun,â€? “I Get Around,â€? “Help Me Rhonda,â€? “California Girlsâ€? and the Grammy-nominated “Good Vibrations.â€? Where: The Paramount 370 New York Ave., Huntington Info: 631-673-7300 paramountny.com
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Saturday, May 25 Program Starts at 6 p.m. Fireworks at 9:15 p.m. North Hempstead Beach Park, Port Washington Parking Fee: $10 cash
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Greta Van Fleet to Christian metal band open concert series at The Paramount Following last year’s stellar concert season, Forest Hills Stadium will kick off their 2019 concert series with one of the most buzzed-about new rock bands today, Greta Van Fleet, on Saturday, May 25 at 7 p.m. Greta Van Fleet is comprised of four young musicians, twin brothers Josh (on vocals) and Jake (on guitar) Kiszka, both 22, 19-year-old brother Sam (on bass/ keys), and longtime family friend Danny Wagner, also 19 (on drums). All are from the tiny Michigan hamlet of Frankenmuth, known for its family-style chicken dinners and the world’s largest Christmas store. The band’s name is taken fromone of the close-knit town’s elders. Greta Van Fleet’s last two years have been a wild ride of sold-out concerts in North American and Europe, glowing press, accolades from a slew of fellow artists, including Elton John, Nikki Sixx and Justin Bieber, and two No. 1 EPs. The band’s first full-length album, Anthem of the Peaceful Army, debuted in the fall. Its first track, “When the Curtain Falls,” took a mere three weeks to break into the Top 10 at Rock Radio. The song has since accumulated more than 18.5 million streams and four million-plus views on the track’s companion music video. The genesis of and creativity behind the band’s success has truly been a family affair. “When we were not even born yet, my father played us blues music and R&B,
soul music — all the good stuff,” says Sam. “Our parents had a lot of vinyl laying around,” recalls Josh, “so we grew up listening to that and really liked playing with the vinyl albums — putting them on the turntable and speeding them up and slowing them down. But, yeah, I really liked the blues and the soul and the funk — Wilson Pickett is the big one, and Joe Cocker, those kinds of things.” The Kiszka kids furthered their music education during winter ski trips to Michigan’s Yankee Springs, where family and friends would gather with instruments. Someone was playing something nearly every minute of the day, and Josh, Jake and Sam soaked it up with relish. “Every year was better than Christmas,” Josh said. “In the evenings or during the day, there was always music being made there, everybody getting together and experimenting with sounds, having lots of fun, making music.” It was Jake who turned that inspiration into Greta Van Fleet, drawing the idea from the likes of Cream, the Yardbirds, The Who and other ’60s British Invasion favorites. “We liked to see how the English bands had reinterpreted the blues, and we wanted to interpret it again,” he said. Jake gradually assembled his brothers into a band.Danny Wagner, a friend of Sam’s since kindergarten, became the last piece of the Greta Van Fleet puzzle, joining a year after the group started, after being a regular at the Kiszka house for jams and rehearsals. “We all have similar taste in music and that helps a lot,” Wagner notes. “But at the same time we have these little differences in what we like, and when it comes together it produces this sound. It’s got that classic kind of vibe but it has a lot of soul, a lot of energy, and that’s a huge part of it.” Greta Van Fleet’s shared message with their music is to spread “peace, love and unity,” and their collective goal is to have people walk out of their live shows feeling invigorated, energized and exhilarated, and to take that feeling out into the world. To buy tickets to the show, go to www. foresthillsstadium.com.
Established in southern California in 1983, multi-platinum crossover Christian metal band Stryper continues to share their positive message and energetic stage presence with a passionate following throughout the world. Since the band’s inception more than 30 years ago, the founding members have stayed true to their deepest convictions, turning from “the ways of the world” and following their hearts instead. “In the past 34 years, we’ve evolved into what we are now,” says vocalist and guitarist Michael Sweet. “This is what we always really wanted to be. I love the progression. The story of Stryper is that of an underdog. We seem to go against the grain with everything we do, and our fans tend to be the same — they’re good, hardworking people who believe in love, respect, and not conforming to the ways of the world.” The members of Stryper have proven themselves as metal stalwarts, leaving an indelible mark on the genre with each new release. With hits such as “Calling On You,” “Free,” “Honestly,” and “Always There For You,” Stryper’s album sales now exceed over 10 million worldwide. Add to that one of the most successful Christian rock albums ever, 1986’s multi-platinum To Hell With The Devil, and the unique distinction of being the first band in history to notch two songs in MTV’s Top 10 with “Free” and “Honestly.” The band has managed to leave an enduring impression on pop culture, as well. Sweet spent months trending on-
line when he was identified as the doppelganger of 2016 presidential candidate Ted Cruz, who went on to discuss the comparison on an episode of “Jimmy Kimmel Live.” Several movies have paid homage to Stryper’s cultural significance, including Drew Barrymore’s “Whip It” and “Pain & Gain,” starring Mark Wahlberg and Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson. Since returning from a 12-year hiatus in 2003, Stryper continues to release new music. Their 2015 full-length album, Fallen, reached No. 44 on the Billboard Top 200 and No. 2 on the Top Hard Music Albums chart. Their most recent, God Damn Evil, debuted in April of 2018. This year saw Stryper back on the road, connecting with fans, new and old. The lineup still features three of the original members, including singer and songwriter Michael Sweet, his brother and drummer Robert Sweet, and guitarist Oz Fox. Recently, the group welcomed iconic bassist Perry Richardson, formerly of Firehouse, who has joined them on tour. ”We’re excited about the next season of Stryper,” says Sweet. “We have the best fans in the world and the band is at the top of its game musically and spiritually. We look forward to seeing everyone on the road.” Stryper will bring their History Tour to The Paramount in Huntington on Sunday, May 19 at 8 p.m., along with special guest Moriah Formica, a top 20 contestant on season 13 of NBC’s “The Voice.” For tickets to the show, go to www. paramountny.com.
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Holocaust survivor to share her story The Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County will presentWhile There’s Life‌,a poetry reading and book signing by Holocaust survivor, author and poet Ruth Minsky Sender on Sunday, May 19 at 3 p.m. The poems in the collection, “While There’s Life‌: Poems from the Mittelsteine Labor Camp (1944-1945),â€? were written during Minsky Sender’s incarceration as prisoner No. 55082 in the Nazi slave labor camp in Mittelsteine, Germany.She endeavored to depict scenes from her own and other prisoners’ lives to give them courage and the will to continue living.As her mother, Nacha Minska, used to say:“While there’s life, there’s hope.â€?
MinskySender was born Rifkele Riva Minska to a Jewish family in Ĺ odĹş, Poland.After the war, she and her family emigrated to the United States, settling on Long Island. Minsky Sender was a teacher of Jewish culture and history, specializing in the Holocaust.She has written four other books about her Holocaust experiences including “The Cageâ€? (1986). The Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center is located at Welwyn Preserve, 100 Crescent Beach Road in Glen Cove. There is a $10 suggested donation to attend the event.Light refreshments will be served. RSVP to 516-571-8040 or info@hmtcli.org.
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Money, power, politics, drugs, scandal, and fast cars. The incredible story of John DeLorean is the stuff of a Hollywood screenwriter’s dreams. But who was the real John DeLorean? To some, he was a renegade visionary who revolutionized the automobile industry. To others, he was the ultimate con man. For the ďŹ rst time, Framing John DeLorean recounts the extraordinary life and legend of the controversial automaker, tracing his meteoric rise through the ranks of General Motors, his obsessive quest to build a sports car that would conquer the world, and his shocking fall from grace on charges of cocaine trafďŹ cking. Interweaving a treasure trove of archival footage with dramatic vignettes starring Alec Baldwin, Framing John DeLorean is a gripping look at a man who gambled everything in his pursuit of the American Dream.
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Program to honor Whitman, Duncan Great Neck’s Dance Visions NY will present a program, “I hear America Singing, I see America Dancing,” on Sunday, June 9 at The Amsterdam at Harborside, 300 East Overlook in Port Washington. The program honors the 200th birthday of iconic American poet Walt Whitman and also the 141st birthday of dancer Isadora Duncan. Duncan considered Whitman her spiritual teacher. Ex-
cerpts from his poems will be illustrated by complementary Duncan repertory. The program will also honor the late Shirley Romaine, who helped to conceive it, and will include recordings of her reading some of the poems. If interested in attending the event, send an email to dancevisions.ny@gmail. For more information about this and additional Dance Visions NY programs, visit www.dancevisionsny.org.
Author to talk about T.R.’s Albany days Author Paul Grondahl will discuss his book, “I Rose Like a Rocket: The Political Education of Theodore Roosevelt,” aboutRoosevelt’s early political apprenticeship as legislator and governor in the state capital of Albany. The event, presented by The
Friends of Sagamore Hill, is on on Thursday, May 16 at 7 p.m. The presentation is free and open to the public and will take place at the Christ Church Parish Hall, 61 East Main St. in Oyster Bay. Free refreshments will be served.
Paul Grondahl, author of “I Rose Like A Rocket: The Political Education of Theodore Roosevelt”
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Long journey of rock ’n’ roll icon Parker appeared in the 2012 Judd Apatow ďŹ lm, “This is 40,â€? performing with the Rumour upon their reunion. “’This is 40’ was a blast, every minute of it,â€? Parker said about his Hollywood experience. “Having my makeup done whilst sitting next to the likes of Albert Brooks and John Lithgow felt utterly surreal. What impressed me the most about all the actors in the movie was their tireless work ethic. People might think of Hollywood stars as having it easy, swanning around the place being vain, but everyone was up early in the morning and often ďŹ nished well into the night, working hard to do the best job possible.â€? We ďŹ nally asked the rock legend, now 68 and still going strong, who had Bruce Springsteen contribute to one of his albums, collaborated with musicians from Blondie to the B-52s, and recorded the songs of Pink Floyd and his beloved Beatles, what he considers the stand-out moment in his music career. “Hearing Bob Dylan introduce one of my songs, ‘Back to Schooldays,’ on his radio show, ‘Theme Time Radio,’ and saying nice things about it was fantastic, most certainly a high point,â€? he said. For tickets to see Graham Parker in concert, go to www.myfathersplace.com.
Continued from Page 25 “Cloud Symbols is a case of picking songs I was working on at the time and leaving other songs, often partially ďŹ nished, out of the mix. After ďŹ nishing about ďŹ ve songs that seemed to ďŹ t together, I crafted my writing towards a textural consistency. I didn’t think about being ‘mellower’ or ‘mature’ ‌ I just wanted something that I’d like to listen to now, coming from me. I deliberately steered away from aggression. I don’t usually have that much discipline and was pleased with the result.â€? Now, with the Squeezing Out Sparks anniversary release, Parker is back on the road, playing these classic songs for old and new audiences from Berkeley, California, to his upcoming performance in Roslyn. “The tour has been owing very well,â€? Parker said, with several sold-out shows. “I’ve played many songs from this album over the years so it’s normal for me, but I am leaning quite heavily on those songs for this tour.â€? In addition to his music, Parker has a number of other professional accomplishments. He wrote three books, recorded a Jack Kerouac audiobook, had a documentary ďŹ lm made about his life, and
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