MARTHA DAVIS SINGER-SONGWRITER FOR LEGENDARY NEW WAVE GROUP 'THE MOTELS' CHATS ABOUT WINTER TOUR & CELEBRATING 40 YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF THE BAND

M  A  R  T  H  A

D  A  V  I  S

SINGER-SONGWRITER-MUSICIAN

with LEGENDARY NEW WAVE GROUP

T   H   E  

 M   O   T   E   L   S

2019-2020 TOUR

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW

In 1971, a young Martha Davis joined The Warfield Foxes, a band from Berkeley California. In 1975 they moved to Los Angeles and changed the band name to The Motels.

The new name was inspired on the way to the band’s first show at Barney’s Beanery. Guitarist Dean Chamberlain noted the motor inns as they drove down Santa Monica Boulevard and suggested “What about The Motels?”

The band broke up then reformed in 1978 with guitarist Jeff Jourard who brought in his brother Marty on keyboards and saxophone. Michael Goodroe on bass and Brian Glascock on drums rounded out the quintet. This lineup played around L.A. for six months before signing with Capitol Records on May 13, 1979—Mother’s Day.

The Motels released five albums on Capitol Records between 1979 and 1985, two of them earning gold record status and generating two Top Ten singles, “Only the Lonely” and “Suddenly Last Summer.” When the band broke up in 1987 Martha released Policy, a solo album that charted in Australia.

After leaving Capitol Davis spent years working in different musical genres with multitudes of players. Recently it became apparent that one particular configuration generated the same feeling as the original band concept.

The new lineup includes guitarist Clint Walsh, drummer Eric Gardner bassist Nic Johns and as of 2011, original member Marty Jourard. Apocalypso, a previously unreleased version of 1982’s All Four One was released in 2011 on Omnivore Records, thirty years to the day after the intended original date.

In the Spring of 2018, the Motels released their most recent record 

The Last Few Beautiful Days.

Motels Discography

The Motels 1979

Careful 1980

All Four One 1982

Little Robbers 1984

Shock 1985

Apocalypso 2011

The Last Few Beautiful Days 2018

THE

MOTELS

THE LAST FEW

BEAUTIFUL DAYS

Latest Release

Available

at

amazon.com

For more information about Martha Davis and The Motels 

and for all the upcoming concert dates 

visit …

www.themotels.com  and www.facebook.com/TheMotels

MARTHA DAVIS
LEGENDARY SINGER/SONGWRITER
with
T H E   M O T E L S
on INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS 
with RAY SHASHO
BBS RADIO
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Upcoming Tour Dates

2019

Nov 1, 2019   The Funky Biscuit   Boca Raton, FL

Nov 2, 2019   Something Special Savor St Pete St Petersburgh, FL

Nov 2-4, 2019 Cooking with Rockstar’s Filming a special episode for PBS in FL!

2020

Jan 17,2020 Theatre of Living Arts Philadelphia, PA

Jan 18,2020 The Queen Theatre Wilmington, DE

Jan 19,2020 The Paradise Rock Club 40 Year Anniversary & Birthday Celebration

 Wilmington, DE

Jan 24,2020 Buckhead Theatre Atlanta, GA

Jan 25,2020 House of Blues Orlando, FL

Jan 25,2020 House of Blues Orlando, FL

Feb 3, 2020 House of Blues Chicago, IL

Feb 7, 2020 Bogarts Cincinnati, OH

Feb 8, 2020 House of Blues Cleveland, OH

Feb 14, 2020 Egyptian Room Indianapolis, IN

Feb 15, 2020 Mercury Ballroom Louisville, KY

Feb 19, 2020 House of Blues Las Vegas, NV

Feb 21, 2020 The van Buren Phoenix, AZ

Feb 27, 2020 House of Blues   Houston, TX

Feb 28, 2020 House of Blues Dallas, TX

Feb 29, 2020 The Aztec Theatre San Antonio, TX

Mar 8, 2020   The 80's CRUISE 2020 Miami - St Thomas - Miami

***SOLD OUT***

Mar 13, 2020 House of Blues   Anaheim, CA

Mar 14, 2020 House of Blues San Diego, CA

April 11,2020 The Whisky A-Go-Go   Hollywood, CA

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DENNIS DIKEN DRUMMER WITH THE SMITHEREENS SPECIAL GUEST ON INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS W/RAY SHASHO BBS RADIO

D   E   N   N   I   S

D   I   K   E   N

ACCOMPLISHED DRUMMER 

with

T H E  

S M I T H E R E E N S 

also performed with

BEN E. KING- RONNIE SPECTOR-DAVE DAVIES-LOU REED-THE BEACH BOYS

NEW ALBUM COMING 2020!

Founded in New Jersey in 1980, The Smithereens have been creating electrifying, original rock’n’roll for 39 years. Jim Babjak (guitar,) Dennis Diken (drums,) and Mike Mesaros (bass) grew up together in Carteret and lead singer, the late Pat DiNizio, hailed from Scotch Plains. The band paid its dues in clubs all over the NYC tri-state area from Kenny’s Castaways in Greenwich Village to the Court Tavern and Stone Pony in NJ. As The Smithereens’ fame escalated, they were in heavy rotation on MTV and appeared on The Tonight Show, Conan O'Brien, and Saturday Night Live. They’ve since performed on stages coast to coast from the Greek Theatre in Los Angeles to the Meadowlands Arena in NJ to Radio City Music Hall in Manhattan, and internationally from Europe to Australia. Tour mates have included Tom Petty, Squeeze, The Pretenders, Lou Reed, and Ramones, among others.

​The Smithereens’ take no prisoners sound, reflecting their Garden State roots, has resonated with fans worldwide over the course of 17 albums and 2500+ live shows. Their most recent release, COVERS, features 22 of the bands favorite songs first recorded by other artists. They've also inspired generations of musicians, including Kurt Cobain, who counted The Smithereens as a major influence on Nirvana.

And with the 2017 passing of Pat DiNizio, the surviving members have decided to persevere and carry on their shared musical legacy. Using guest vocalists including Robin Wilson of the Gin Blossoms and Marshall Crenshaw, they continue to entertain and rock fans all over the U.S. and the world!  

THE SMITHEREENS

COVERS

The Game of Love (Wayne Fontana & The Mindbenders)

The Slider (T. Rex)

Ruler of My Heart (Irma Thomas)

Wooly Bully (Sam the Sham & the Pharaohs)

Let’s Talk About Us (Otis Blackwell)

Girl Don’t Tell Me (Beach Boys)

Up In Heaven (The Clash)

Time Won’t Let Me (The Outsiders)

Gloomy Sunday (Billie Holiday)

Yer Blues (Beatles)

One After 909 (Beatles)

I Want to Tell You (Beatles)

It Don’t Come Easy (Ringo Starr)

Well Alright (Live) (Buddy Holly)

Rosie Won’t You Please Come Home (The Kinks)

World Keeps Going ‘Round (The Kinks)

Downbound Train (Bruce Springsteen)

The Seeker (The Who)

Something Stupid (Frank and Nancy Sinatra)

Lust for Life (Iggy Pop)

The Stroll (The Diamonds)

Shakin’ All Over (Johnny Kidd and the Pirates)

***** (5) Stars  Great album!
available at amazon.com

Websites 

The Smithereens: https://www.officialsmithereens.com/

Store: http://www.officialsmithereens.com/store

Jim Babjak: https://www.jimbabjak.com

Facebook

The Smithereens main FB page: https://www.facebook.com/TheSmithereensOfficial/

The Smithereens Official FB Group for Fans: https://www.facebook.com/groups/92052668353/

Jim Babjak Official FB Fan Page: https://www.facebook.com/JimBabjakOfficial

Twitter

The Smithereens:  https://twitter.com/SmithereensHQ / @SmithereensOfficialBandPage

Jim Babjak: https://twitter.com/TheJimBabjak / @JimBabjakSmithereens

YouTube

The Smithereens: http://www.youtube.com/officialsmithereens

Instagram

The Smithereens: https://www.instagram.com/official_smithereens /

D  E  N  N  I  S
D  I  K  E  N

T H E  S M I T H E R E E N S

SPECIAL GUEST on
INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS
with RAY SHASHO
BBS RADIO
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UPCOMING SHOWS

19 Sat Oct

THE SMITHEREENS w/MARSHALL CRENSHAW in Pawling NY

Daryl's House Club

26 Sat Oct

THE SMITHEREENS: A NEW JERSEY HALL OF FAME CELEBRATION AT THE STONE PONY

The Stone Pony

27 Sun Oct

THE SMITHEREENS NJ HALL OF FAME INDUCTION

Asbury Park Convention Hall

01 Fri Nov

THE SMITHEREENS w/MARSHALL CRENSHAW in Natick, MA

The Center For Arts In Natick

02 Sat Nov

THE SMITHEREENS w/MARSHALL CRENSHAW in East Greenwich, RI

The Greenwich Odeum

15 Fri Nov

THE SMITHEREENS w/MARSHALL CRENSHAW in Port Washington, NY

Jeanne Rimsky Theater

30 Sat Nov

THE SMITHEREENS w/MARSHALL CRENSHAW in Tarrytown, NY

Tarrytown Music Hall

 20 Fri Dec

THE SMITHEREENS w/MARSHALL CRENSHAW in Scituate, MA

River Club Music Hall

18 Sat Jan

THE SMITHEREENS w/ROBIN WILSON in New York City

Sony Hall

TICKETS

07 Sat Mar

THE SMITHEREENS w/MARSHALL CRENSHAW in West Long Branch, NJ

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'APRIL WINE' LEGEND MYLES GOODWYN CHATS ABOUT THE BLUES-TOURING AND A NEW ALBUM ON INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS W/RAY SHASHO BBS RADIO

M   Y   L   E   S

G   O   O   D   W   Y   N

SINGER-SONGWRITER-GUITARIST-PRODUCER-AUTHOR

and FOUNDER OF CANADA'S LEGENDARY ROCK BAND

A   P   R   I   L    W   I   N   E

NEW ALBUM 

Myles Goodwyn and Friends

 of the Blues II

Singer, guitarist, writer, producer and leader of the band April Wine, Myles Goodwyn’s passion and drive shaped and directed the group from its earliest beginnings. He is the only remaining original member of the group since the inception of April Wine in 1969. Goodwyn grew up poor and is the classic “small-town kid makes good” success story. As a young teen, Goodwyn honed his skills, playing in bands such as East Gate Sanctuary and Woody’s Termites. From the very beginning, Goodwyn plotted the course of the band. His unique but classic rock voice gives April Wine a distinct and immediately recognizable sound. Ranging from hard rock classics to soulful ballads, his vocal range and style can really grab a hold of you. His songwriting skills are prolific.

He has penned virtually every April Wine song. He has a knack with words and seems to have an ability to write a catchy tune at will. Through the ups and downs and changing faces of the band, the one thing that has remained constant is Myles Goodwyn. Even today and with their latest release and shift in direction, his voice is as strong and apparent as ever.

Now in its fourth decade, April Wine continues to charge ahead as one of Canada’s very best rock bands. And as far as rock history goes, Myles Goodwyn is already a living legend (especially in the annals of Canadian rock history), being known as one of the all-time greats.

In Just Between You and Me, Goodwyn shares the story of his upbringing, first at home in rural New Brunswick and then in the music business as the lead singer of one of Canada’s most popular bands ever, April Wine. Myles Goodwyn, leader of April Wine, has shaped and directed the group from its earliest beginnings. April Wine has sold over 20 million recordings worldwide.
Myles Goodwyn and Friends Of The Blues, the follow-up to his JUNO- nominated (Canada’s Grammy) and East Coast Music Award winning blues debut. Set for release on October 25th via Linus Entertainment, Friends Of The Blues 2 has 13 original songs written by Goodwyn and a cover of “All Over Now” by Bobby Womack.

M Y L E S

G O O D W Y N

S P E C I A L   G U E S T

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MYLES GOODWYN

AND FRIENDS  OF THE BLUES

Some of the Friends joining Goodwyn are Jack de Keyzer, Garret Mason, David Wilcox, Amos Garret, Kenny "Blues Boss" Wayne, Joe Murphy, Frank Marino, Shaun Verreault, Bill Stevenson, Rick Derringer and more.                                                         

           

MYLES GOODWYN

FRIENDS OF THE BLUES   2

                

COMING OCT 25TH

 NEW RELEASE!
available at amazon.com

Myles Goodwyn and Friends Of The lues, the follow-up to his JUNO- nominated (Canada’s Grammy) and East Coast Music Award winning blues debut. Set for release on October 25th via Linus Entertainment, Friends Of The Blues 2 has 13 original songs written by Goodwyn and a cover of “All Over Now” by Bobby Womack.

MYLES GOODWYN

"Just Between You and Me"

Also purchase the memoir by Myles Goodwyn entitled Just Between You and Me, Goodwyn shares the story of his upbringing, first at home in rural New Brunswick and then in the music business as the lead singer of one of Canada’s most popular bands ever, April Wine. 

Available at amazon.com

For more information about 
Myles Goodwyn

and April Wine 
visit …
MYLES GOODWYN

www.mylesgoodwyn.com  
  and www.facebook.com/mylesf.goodwyn

APRIL WINE

www.aprilwine.ca 

www.facebook.com/AprilWineOfficial

APRIL WINE TOUR DATES

OCTOBER

Oct 10/19 Centre for the Arts Burlington, ON SOLD OUT!

Oct 11/19 London Music Hall London, ON

Oct 18/19 Clyde Iron Works Duluth, MN

Oct 19/19 Media Ballroom Minneapolis, MN

NOVEMBER

Nov 08/19 Molson Canadian Centre Moncton, NB

Nov 22/19 Akwesasne Mohawk Casino Hogansburg, NY

2020 TOUR DATES

APRIL 2020

Apr 15/20 Flato Markham Theatre Markham, ON

Apr 16/20 Richmond Hill PAC Richmond Hill, ON

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TONY BROCK LEGENDARY DRUMMER W/ROD STEWART & THE BABYS SPECIAL GUEST ON INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS W/RAY SHASHO BBS RADIO 1

T   O   N   Y

B   R   O   C   K

LEGENDARY DRUMMER

SINGER-PRODUCER

with BRITISH ROCKERS

T H E   B A B Y S

and 
R O D  S T E W A R T

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW

Tony Brock is one of the world’s most explosive and technically brilliant drummers. As a pro drummer since the age of 15, Tony’s playing credits feature a who’s who of world-class musicians. 

In addition to being a founding member of THE BABYS, Tony has toured and/or recorded with Rod Stewart during Rod’s heyday, Elton John, Jimmy Barnes, Jeff Beck, Bernie Taupin’s Farm Dogs and Roy Orbison to name but a few.

He has worked with such luminary producers such as Don Gehman, Ron Nevison, Keith Olson, Greg Lake and Jimmy Iovine. Tony’s production credits include Jimmy Barnes, Keith Urban and soundtracks from TV shows (Baywatch/Flipper) to movies (Just One of the Guys.) Remixing credits include 311, Korn and Ryan Down in partnership with Paula Jones.

Tony produced the latest BABYS album I’ll Have Some of That in his studio- Silver Dreams Studios, which is also where the band's first video was shot.

Some of The Babys biggest hits include … Every time I think of You, Isn't It Time, Back on My Feet Again, Midnight Rendezvous, Head First, You (Got It), Give Me Your Love, Turn and Walk Away, A Piece of the Action and Looking for Love.  

Tony also makes a killer cup of tea! 

THE BABYS

A N T H O L O G Y 

available 

at 

amazon.com

        TRACKS 

  1. If You've Got The Time (2000 Remastered Version)

  2. Head Above The Waves (2000 Remastered Version)

  3. I Love How You Love Me (2000 Remastered Version)

  4. Looking For Love (2000 Remastered Version)

  5. Isn't It Time (2000 Remastered Version)

  6. Give Me Your Love (2000 Remastered Version)

  7. Silver Dreams (2000 Remastered Version)

  8. Money (That's What I Want) (2000 Remastered Version)

  9. Everytime I Think Of You

  10. Head First (2000 Remastered Version)

  11. Love Don't Prove I'm Right (2000 Remastered Version)

  12. Back On My Feet Again (2000 Remastered Version)

  13. Midnight Rendezvous (2000 Remastered Version)

  14. Anytime (2000 Remastered Version)

  15. Turn And Walk Away (2000 Remastered Version)

  16. Sweet 17 (2000 Remastered Version)

  17. Gonna Be Somebody (2000 Remastered Version) 

THE BABYS

I'll Have Some of That!

available

at

amazon.com

LATEST RELEASE!

T O N Y    B R O C K
LEGENDARY DRUMMER
w/ROD STEWART
& THE BABYS
special guest 
on INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS
with RAY SHASHO
BBS RADIO 1
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For more information about Tony Brock and The Babys

visit

www.thebabysofficial.com  and

www.facebook.com/TheBabysOfficial

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You’ll live it!!!

Have a great week everybody!