>He has performed or worked with the likes of Eric Clapton, Billy Gibbons, Vince Gill, Joe Perry, Joe Walsh, Edgar Winter and a host of others, yet Paul Nelson is often overlooked by those outside of the recording and music industry.
This engaging, talented guitarist is also a top notch producer, performer and manager and is currently on what is perhaps one of the best rolls of his career. "I signed with Sony," said Nelson with enthusiasm. "I'm getting ready to go back out on the road with the Paul Nelson Band to support my new CD, "Badass Generation." The album is a combination of '70's style jam rock, blues and a mix of electric and semi-acoustic material and my band is just incredible. I've got Morten Fredheim on vocals, bassist Christopher Alexander and drummer Chris Reddan and the caliber of their talent is just outstanding."
Along with the new record and alliance with Sony, Nelson is still performing and touring with the Johnny Winter All Star Band and this Saturday August 20 Nelson and his band mates will be at the New Hope Winery in New Hope, PA. "There's going to be a lot at this show, a tribute to Johnny, which I've done before and I've been joined by people like Edgar Winter and Earl Slick and so many others; I never know who is going to want to perform with us. There will be some classic Johnny songs, lots of new stuff from his last album and maybe from my new one; the night is definitely going to be a great one."
Touring isn't all that keeps Nelson busy. Being a producer for artists like Winter, JamesMontgomery and blues master Joe Louis Walker have kept him on his game and his schedule full. "I just produced James Montgomery's record and it came out really well. He used horns and the band was slamming. I also just finished up Joe Louis Walker's latest. He and I are supposed to perform on the White House lawn in September; we're pretty excited about that."
Recent fruits of his production labor were the JohnnyWinter discs, "Roots" and the eventual Grammy winner "Step Back," as well as being a guitarist and a songwriter on the Grammy nominated,"I'm A Bluesman." "I think," said a reflective Nelson; "I think that Johnny winning that Grammy showed that he was back. Johnny and I performed with the "Late Night" band when the "Roots" album was out and then on Jimmy Kimmelto promote "Step Back;" Lady Gaga was also on that program. I remember her coming out in a dress made of coffee filters (laughs) but sure enough, she asked for a picture with Johnny."
Nelson also executive produced and appears in "Down and Dirty," a movie about his late boss, friend and stage mate. "I think this film is an important piece of rock and blues history," he stated confidently. "This really is a great rock doc and I'm proud to say that this film shows what I did for Johnny. It shows how I got him off of methadone and helped him get his health back and get back to being Johnny again; it's really a good story and I'm glad to help tell it."
With the current success of "Badass Generation" comesan even more hectic schedule and even though he's currently just returned from the road; Nelson is not letting any moss grow under his feet. "Ya' know, I'm really happy with this album so far; it's doing well. I plan on going back on the road, touring here and then maybe over to Japan because the album is doing very good over there. I've got a "Blues Cruise" in October with Los Lobos, Buddy Guy and Warren Haynes; we're cruising to Jamaica. I've been asked to produce another project based on the music of Jr. Wells; so I'm going to be busy but that's fine with me."
Tickets for the New Hope, PA show can be found at www.newhopewinery.com and to discover more about Paul Nelson; please visit www.paulnelsonguitar.com.
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This week's event listings
Amarones Windsor Inn 29 Church Street Windsor (609) 448-7144 Thurs. 6:30 p.m. "Simply Piano" feat. Carla Gaiser Fri. 8 p.m. Lonnie Youngblood Sat. 8 p.m. Tony Malandro Wed. 6:30 p.m. "Simply Piano" feat. Carla GaiserBackstage at Championship Bar 931 Chambers Street Trenton Thurs. 7 p.m. Merithius, Eikthyrnir, Fiakra, (TBA). All ages, $10 Sat. 5 p.m. Uncrated, Inari One, Iron Front, Agents Of Aggression, (TBA). All ages, $10 Sun. (2 p.m.) Princeton School of Rock Presents: "A Tribute to The Beastie Boys." All ages, $10 (5 p.m.) SNAFU, Sick Shit, No Nothing, Bahscumbug, Crack Filler, Anatomy Of An Outcast. All ages, $10 Mon. 6 p.m. Reaping Asmodeia, Nihilum, (TBA). All ages, $10/$12Blend Bar & Bistro 911 Highway 33 Hamilton (609) 245-8887 Tues. 8 p.m. Triviajam Bowman's Tavern 1600 River Road New Hope, PA (215) 862-2972 Thurs. 6:30 p.m. Neil Podgurski Trio Fri. 8 p.m. Bob Egan Sat. 8 p.m. David Dales Trio Sun. (12 p.m.) Ottmar (6 p.m.) Lorenzo Mon. 6 p.m. Andy Prescott Tues. 6 p.m. Lovey Williams Wed. 6 p.m. LorenzoCandlelight Lounge 24 Passaic Street Trenton (609) 695-9612 Sat. 3 p.m. Leslie Harrison Quartet. $10 (cover charge includes buffet)Chickie's & Pete's 183 US Highway 130 North Bordentown (609) 298-9182 Tues. 8 p.m. Acoustic Music Night feat. The Dawgs Wed. 9 p.m. Quizzo Trivia Cream Ridge Winery 145 Route 539 Cream Ridge (609) 259-9797 Sun. 1 p.m. John & MaggsDempster's Pub 437 Pine Street Mount Holly (609) 261-0500 Thurs. 8:30 p.m. DJ DNIAL Fri. 9 p.m. DJ ChrisDog & Bull Brew House 810 Bristol Pike (Rte. 13) Croydon, PA. (215) 788-2855 Thurs. 8 p.m. Dick Gratton Fri. (4 p.m.) "Happy Hour Jam" feat. Cecil Middleton (9 p.m.) Mike Estabrook Sat. (11 a.m.) "Saturday Brunch Jam" feat. Jazz 180 (9 p.m.) Wizard Duo Sun. (11 a.m.) "Sunday Brunch" feat. Joe Robinson Brunch Jam (3 p.m.) Soul Custody Trio Wed. 8 p.m. Twin GhostFedora Cafe 2633 Main Street Lawrenceville (609) 895-0844 Wed. 6 p.m. Jerry MonkFran's Pub 116 S. Main Street New Hope, PA. (215)862-5539 Sat. 8 p.m. Blue Meanies Mon. 8 p.m. Open Blues Jam All shows age 21+Havana New Hope 105 S. Main Street New Hope, PA. (215) 862-9897 Thus. 10 p.m. "College Beat The Clock Night" DJ Dance Party Fri. 8 p.m. An Evening with Gary Hoey. Doors at 6 p.m., $35 (advance) Sat. 8 p.m. "A Tribute to The Grateful Dead and The Allman Brothers Band" w/ Old Soul Revival. Doors at 6 p.m., $15 Mon. 9 p.m. Karaoke Wed. 8 p.m. "Live, Local, Unplugged" Hosted by Pat ForanHopewell Valley Vineyards 46 Yard Avenue Pennington (609) 737-4465 Thurs. 6 p.m. Jeff Brown Trio Fri. 6 p.m. Christina Havrilla Sun. 2 p.m."Jazzy Sundays" feat. Sergio & Lars Iron Plow Vineyards 26750 Mount Pleasant Road Columbus (732) 306-9111 Fri. 6 p.m. Don "The Medicine Man" Sat. 1 p.m. Jeff & Karen Sun. 1 p.m. Bob DaleyIvy Tavern 3108 S. Broad Street, Hamilton (609) 888-1435 Thurs. 9 p.m. Karaoke Fri. 9 p.m. Blues In Disguise Sat. 9 p.m. The Stage Hamz Tues. 7 p.m. Teddy Z Jam All shows 21+John & Peter's 96 S. Main Street New Hope, Pa. (215) 862-5981 Mon. 9 p.m. Open Mic. Night Wed. 9:30 p.m. The Invitational All shows 21+Killarney's Publik House 1644 Whitehorse-Mercerville Road Hamilton (609) 586-1166 Thurs. 5 p.m. Live Music (TBA) Sat. 10 p.m. Dance Party w/ DJ Jimmy GLaurita Winery 85 Archertown Road New Egypt (609) 752-0200 Thurs. 7 p.m. "Farm to Table" Winemakers Sunset Dinner. $99 (Reservations Required) Fri. 7 p.m. "Awesome 80's Dance Party" Sat. "Laurita Late Summer Food Truck Festival" (11 a.m.) Shore Syde Band (2 p.m.) 80's Undercover (6 p.m.) Big Bleu Band Sun. "Laurita Late Summer Food Truck Festival" (11 a.m.) Nikki Briar and the Sweetbriar Band (1:30 p.m.) Nash East (5 p.m.) Let's Be Frank Wed. 7 p.m. 2016 "Laurita Idol" Singing Showcase Junior Tryout Levitt Amp Trenton 2016 Music Series Capital Green @ 201 Barrack Street Trenton Sat. 7:30 p.m. Akua AllrichMamma Rosa's 572 Klockner Road Hamilton (609) 588-5454 Thurs. 6 p.m. Open Mic. Hosted by Richard SchneiderMcStews Irish Sports Pub 5316 New Falls Road Levittown, PA (215) 949-9570 Thurs. 10:30 p.m."Beer Pong" w/ DJ Codie Fri. 9 p.m. 44 Fridays, Matter Of Fact Tues. 7 p.m. Quizzo hosted by MikeMercer County Park Amphitheater MC Park Festival Grounds/Edinburgh Road West Windsor Fri. 6 p.m. Kendra Morris Sat. 6 p.m. Best of The Eagles / Human Wheels (Eagles/John Mellencamp tributes)Millhill Basement 300 S. Broad Street Trenton (609) 989-1600 Tues. 10 p.m. "Local Artist" Hip Hop, Experimental EDM and Bass Music ShowcaseO'Connor's American Bar & Grille 1383 Monmouth Road Easthampton Mt. Holly (609) 261-1555 No music in AugustOlde Liberty Tavern 2114 Liberty Street Trenton (609) 396-2262 Sat. 9 p.m. Open Mic. NightPalermo's Of Hamilton 310 Klockner Road Hamilton (609) 838-7979 Thurs. 9 p.m. Karaoke All shows 21 +Patriot's Crossing 1339 River Road Titusville (609) 737-2780 Fri. 8 p.m. Kevin Toft & The All Stars Sat. 8 p.m. Blues In DisguisePete's Steak House 523 Whitehorse Avenue Hamilton (609) 585-8008 Fri. 9:30 p.m. Ernie White and Tom Reock Sat. 9:30 p.m. The Drunk MonkeysRandy Now's Man Cave 134 Farnsworth Avenue Bordentown (609) 424-3766 Sat. 8 p.m. Moot Davis & Bill CorvinoRHO Waterfront 50 Riverview Plaza Trenton (609) 393-7300 Fri. 8:30 p.m. The Amazin' Grace Little BandSmall World Coffee 14 Witherspoon Street Princeton Sat. 8:30 p.m. Michelle Wiley Trio Mon. 7 p.m. Mic Monday 1867 Sanctuary 101 Scotch Road Ewing (609) 392-6409 Fri. 8 p.m. Tom McDermott. $20 Sat. 3 p.m. Hazelrigg Brothers Jazz Trio. $20Tara's Tavern 1 Cookstown-New Egypt Road Wrightstown (609) 286-2300 Fri. 10 p.m. El Ka Bong Sat. 10 p.m. Mr. LuckyTavern On The Lake 101 Main Street Hightstown (609) 426-9345 Fri. 9 p.m. ArHouse Sat. 9 p.m. El Ka Bong Wed. 8 p.m. Karaoke Night The Cool Cricket 216 Burlington Street Fieldsboro (609) 291-9110 Fri. 9 p.m. Karaoke Sat. 9 p.m. Radio FictionThe HOB Tavern 146 Second Street Bordentown (609) 291-7020 Sat. 9 p.m. Karaoke Tues. 9 p.m. Open Mic. Night Wed. 8 p.m. John & MaggsThe Ivy Inn 248 Nassau Street Princeton (609) 921-8555 Thurs. 10 p.m. Karaoke w/ DJ Ron Fri. 10 p.m. DJ Darius the First Sat. 10 p.m. Little Mac & the People's Champ Tues. 8 p.m. Quizzo w/ Bob E Luv Wed. 10 p.m. "Wednesday Wheel Night Spin To Win Karaoke" w/ DJ Rockn RonThe Roost 181 Rte. 539 Cream Ridge (609) 208-0050 Fri. 9 p.m. Kim Yarson Duo Sat. 9 p.m. Bob SoloThe Sticky Wicket 2465 South Broad Street Hamilton (609) 439-0007 Fri. 9 p.m. Never Enough Sat. 9 p.m. Off The Record Tues. 7 p.m. KaraokeThe Sun National Bank Center 81 Hamilton Ave. Trenton (609) 656-3200 Check website for upcoming eventsTir Na Nog 1324 Hamilton Avenue Trenton (609) 392-2554 Thurs. 7 p.m. Mary Courtney Fri. 9 p.m. David Fallone Sat 9 p.m. Kevin McCloskey Sun. 3 p.m. "Irish Sessions" w/ Diarmuid MacSuibhne Tues. 9 p.m. Open Mic Hosted by Jerry Monk All shows 21+Trenton Buzz 702 Pine Street Trenton (609) 392-6000 Fri. 8 p.m. Live Band & Open Mic. Trenton Social 449 South Broad Street Trenton (609) 989-7777 Fri. 4 p.m. First Friday Mon. 9 p.m. Monday Night Karaoke w/ Benny P Tues. 7 p.m. Open Mic. NightTriumph Brewing Company (New Hope, Pa. Location) 400 Union Square New Hope, Pa. (215) 862-8300 Fri. 10 p.m. Erin Harpe & The Delta Swingers. ($5 cover charge) Sat. 10 p.m. Love Whip. ($5 cover charge) Sun. 7 p.m. Open Jam Night (Sign-ups at 6:30 p.m.)- Wed. 9 p.m. Paleface All shows 21+ Wildflowers Inn 2572 Pennington Road Pennington Sat. 9 p.m. Acoustic Rock Tues. 9 p.m. Ed Wilson All shows 21+Yardley Inn 82 East Afton Avenue Yardley, PA (215) 493-3800 Sat. 8 p.m. Jon Ashe Danny Coleman is a veteran musician and writer from central New Jersey. He hosts a weekly radio program entitled “Rock On Radio” airing Sunday evenings at 7:000pm EST on multiple internet radio outlets where he features indie/original bands and solo artists.
(ATLANTIC CITY, NJ) -- Ocean Casino Resort presents Rock and Roll Hall of Famers Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo on Saturday, July 6, 2024 in Ovation Hall. In a pop culture world defined by its perpetual changes, the partnership of singer songwriter Pat Benatar and producer-musician Neil Giraldo has been a potent, steadfast union that has soared to the top of the charts and into fans' hearts on their own terms. Showtime is 8:00pm.
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