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July 17, 2013

Behind The Board – Camp & Jam 2013

This past weekend we got to be a part of a great first time event titled Camp & Jam in Amsterdam, NY. This was one of the most fun weekend events we have been involved with. The event was planned, organized, promoted, and hosted by the Perthshire’s David Kluska and the staff at Perthshire. Starting after 2pm Saturday afternoon DJ Anthony Parisi began spinning tracks. Soon after 3pm bands began taking the stage to jam while people set up their tents on the outside perimeter of this huge field. Around 9pm the first of the main acts, Conehead Buddha from Albany, NY took the stage for a performance that ran about 3 hours. Conehead only took one break while we watched a fire dancing exhibition in the field. Once Conehead Buddha (an 8 piece band) was cleaned up, the stage was reset for Mirk, a 7 piece power hip hop band out of Albany as well. Mirk put on a powerful and energetic set mixing Pop/R&B with powered up Hip Hop similar in a way to Linkin Park.

This event turned out to be a great exposure to the music scene taking place in the Albany, NY area and we look forward to doing it again next year. The staff at Perthshire deserve a lot of praise for their work and dedication to this first time event. Everyone working this event were incredibly friendly and full of enthusiasm. The facility itself was just amazing. This huge 65 acre facility handles all kinds of events from weddings and parties, to corporate events and outdoor parties. They have a beautiful setting perfect for those wedding photos. We loved it there! If you need a place for your event/party and you’re in that area (or don’t mind taking a ride) check out their website at www.perthshireofperth.com

Here are some phone photos of the event:

This Thursday we will be back at the Captain Lawrence Brewery for the next NEXT Music Charity Concert Series event featuring pop country artist Jessica Lynn. This one is going to be a lot of fun and dancing! Jessica’s show will be pre-warmed by the great one Steven Wright Mark. Actually, Steven is in Jessica’s band as well. That should tell ya this is going to be great! We say it every time, if you haven’t been to the brewery for one of these shows, this is a good one to start. Bring a cowboy hat and some boots! Captain Lawrence Brewery is so easy to find right of I-287 in the White Plains area. Easily accessible to CT and NJ as well as the Westchester and Putnam County New Yorkers.

May 23, 2013October 22, 2013

Behind The Board – Coming Together Nicely

Last Thursday’s installment of the NEXT Charity Concert Series instilled us with a sense of pride. It’s a nice gift to work the same venue once a month or so, but when it is a brewery with the variables we meet each show and we turned it into a concert hall? Well, it just fills you up with pride to see it all come together. Now we don’t take all the credit. We don’t take much of it. Just our part in making it sound like Madison Square Garden! Chris Bro of NEXT deserves much of the credit for all his work for the love of music! And of course Captain Lawrence Brewery deserves much notice as incredible hosts of these shows.

Working with The Attic Ends last week we got to sit back and enjoy the
fruits of our fine tuning labors. But! Not without earning it this time! Setting up seemed like what ever could go wrong did go wrong. From electrical issues (sound engineer “B” got electricuted even) that were attempting to blow up our equipment to grounding issues. But once sound check was done and the lights went out, Charlie Scopoletti took the stage and warmed up the crowd to ultimately one of the finest tuned breweries this world will see. Charlie, who also opened up last month’s NEXT show for Glint, is an amazing performer. We enjoyed working with Charlie and he really puts on an excellent show.

Samantha Rex of The Attic Ends Overlooking the Brewery (Photo Credit DSB Photo)

Last year at Paulie’s in Pleasantville, NY we got to work with The Attic Ends for the first time. It was a wonderful show, but this time would be different. This time would be the big sound of Captain Lawrence Brewery! It was amazing to see how far The Attic Ends have come as a band in the last year. With their new album, Fortress, being released we were treated to some amazing new songs. The show had more flow to it (or even more flow) and more energy. The new tracks came across great.

(Photo Credit DSB Photo)

As a production company though, we really sat back thrilled by the overall sound we now get from this venue. Next up we get to work with American Pinup this Friday. This is our first time working with American Pinup but watching their videos gives one the impression of Imelda May with more power.

This show is at the brewery again. Although not a part of the NEXT series, it is going to be a great show. So come out and see how a brewery can be the greatest Rock Venue this Friday at Captain Lawrence!

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See you there!

May 6, 2013May 6, 2013

Behind The Board – May Flowers May Shows

Well. Our post titles are never really that good anyways. But our schedule in May is crazy! Weddings, High School gigs, social events and concerts! This past Friday we worked at Briarcliff High School as the kids put together a little music performance to raise money for their local hospital. It was labeled “Songs For A Cause”. This was the fifth annual performance from what we’ve been told. It was a lot of fun for us. Some of the performances were written by the kids that performed them. Many of the kids had no experience performing in front of a crowd. Taking a chance in the spotlight for the first time is a brave moment. All of these kids should be proud of their performance. This makes us feel like there is still is hope for the future of music! Bravo Briarcliff High! What a great show!

May 16th we get to work with another great band. The Attic Ends will perform for the NEXT Charity Concert Series at Captain Lawrence Brewery . We got our first chance to work with The Attic Ends last year at Paulie’s. They’re such a great bunch of talented people! Just friendly, good hearted people! It’s easy to become an instant fan! Their eclectic, winding music sways you while the light airy notes of Samantha Rex hit your heart center! They’re coming out in support of their newest full release, Fortress. Go over to the event page on Facebook and click going! Invite your friends!

This month’s charity is Guardian Angel Rescue! Guardian Angel “works to provide second chances for unwanted companion animals. We work with the breeds that get overlooked. The “Bully Breeds” – Rottweilers, Pitbulls, German Shepards, Huskys, Mastiffs, Cane Corsos, etc. Guardian Angel Rescue is made up of all loving, experienced volunteers.” We’re happy to see this one as this cause needs more attention and understanding.

On May 24th we will be back at the brewery for another show. This time we will get a chance to work with American Pinup. The energy level at this show should be a lot of fun! We’re looking forward to this! This is a free show so come on out and have a couple brews with us!

With the wedding season upon us and party season about to kick in, it’s getting late in planning your parties/events for this summer. Send us a note from our contacts page for a free quote for your Audio/Video/Photo/Lighting needs.

See you at Captain Lawrence for these shows! Otherwise we’ll meet ya at one of these parties!

April 10, 2013April 10, 2013

Behind The Board – The Winery & The Summer Wind

This Sunday, April 7th, we began our working relationship with Maxim Records in NY. Stefano and Liz put together a world-class event at an old church converted into a restaurant/wine bar/music venue known as the Winery At Saint George. With a surprisingly decent sized stage and really warm acoustics, this was a fantastic setting for Maxim Records to show off some of their talents, which included Claire Walsh, Grace Doty, and Sarina Santore. It was quite a setting for a rock concert. A battle of contrasts if you will.

The room was relatively easy to dial in for us. The only issue was the rear alcove. Setting the drums up there made an amazing sound chamber for a heavy hitting drummer. The warmth of the room really worked for the power singers like Sarina. Claire Walsh was absolutely fun. Hopefully Yorktown and the surrounding areas really support this great venue for years to come. The next event for Maxim will be June 30th. We will post details later on our calendar.

The Summer schedule for the production staff is again really strong! Working with NEXT Music this summer is going to be amazing with Wild Adriatic in June, Jessica Lynn in July, and the return of The Matt O’Ree Band in August to help celebrate a years worth of shows at Captain Lawrence Brewery. We also have rumblings of some great stuff in September! (will let details out as they become official). First we have to get through our spring schedule. NEXT next week will be Glint at Captain Lawrence. And don’t for get the incredible The Attic Ends will return to NEXT in May to celebrate the release of their new album. Listen to the NEXT podcast to keep up with these bands and others you may not have known were your favorite yet!

We still have plenty of room on our schedule for your Corporate events, Weddings, Parties, and speaking engagements. Photo, DJ, MC, Video, Music or what ever your production needs, just contact us through the contact page and we’ll get right back to you with a free quote.

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