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Keaggy/Levin/Marotta Live in Concert

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Phil Keaggy, Tony Levin, Jerry Marotta The Bucket List album

Don’t miss the return of guitarist Phil Keaggy, bassist Tony Levin and drummer Jerry Marotta as they perform music from their latest release The Bucket List. This is the first time in more than a decade that the three of them have performed together in a concert setting.

Joining them on additional guitar is Mike Pachelli. Currently residing in Nashville, TN Mike describes his style as style an amalgamation of blues, jazz, rock, and neo-classical. 

The opening act, Flav Martin, is no stranger to the band as he just released an album Soul Redemption with Jerry Marotta that features Tony Levin as well.

What the band has planned for these select shows is anyone’s guess but it will surely be a treat to those lucky enough to attend. Cross this off your Bucket List.

Phil Keaggy, Tony Levin, Jerry Marotta – The Bucket List Live

Feb. 28 – Bearsville Theater, Woodstock, NY
Mar. 1 – Daryl’s House Club, Pawling, NY
Mar. 2 – Private Concert
Mar. 3 – Private Concert
Mar. 5 – Sellersville Theater, Sellersville, PA

The Return of Keaggy, Levin & Marotta

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Phil Keaggy Jerry Marotta Tony Levin Live in Concert
Good Things Come to Those That Wait

October marks the return of Phil Keaggy, Tony Levin and Jerry Marotta as they release their long awaited album, The Bucket List in addition to two very special concerts.

Considered to be one of the top guitarists in Contemporary Christian music, Phil Keaggy’s talent reaches well beyond being defined to a single genre, appealing to a wide range of musicians and fans alike. Phil has almost as many solo albums as Tony and Jerry have recorded with other musicians combined.

Tony Levin’s schedule filled up in the 70’s and has not had an opening since. He has recorded and toured with countless musicians. While considered to be one of the kings of prog on bass (what other bass player can say he’s performed with King Crimson, Peter Gabriel, Steve Hackett, Yes, Pink Floyd, etc.) Tony’s playing is just as fluid on pop and jazz music.

Jerry Marotta along with Tony were the rhythm section for Peter Gabriel almost non-stop from 1976 – 1986. One would be hard pressed to figure out if Jerry or Tony are featured on more recordings than the other. Jerry may actually win that match. If someone is keeping track, let us know!

What began over 10 years ago as a get together in Jerry’s basement studio that spawned an impromptu recording session and a live show of improvisation has finally flourished into an official release. The Bucket List will finally see the light of day on January 11, 2019.

Catch Keaggy, Levin, Marotta Live in Concert

February 28 – Bearsville Theater in Woodstock, NY
March 1 – Daryl’s House Club in Pawling, NY
March 5 – Sellersville Theater, Sellersville, PA

Here Comes the Flood from Security Project

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When the Flood Calls

Are you ready for the wave as the Security Project hits the road this May for a series of shows? In anticipation of the upcoming tour, the band has released a new single for Peter Gabriel‘s “Here Comes the Flood“.

If you’ve ever imagined what Kate Bush would sound like singing this song this version will surely satisfy that question. Singer Happy Rhodes hits Kate’s register before shifting octaves for the song’s finale.

This refreshing take on a classic Gabriel track is available now from Bandcamp.

Security Project on Tour 2018

May 24, 2018 – Bearsville Theater – Woodstock, NY
May 25, 2018 – The Center for Arts in Natick – Natick, MA
May 26, 2018 – Sellersville Theater – Sellersville, PA
May 27, 2018 – The Heights at Brother Vic’s – South Salem, NY
May 31, 2018 – Lovin’ Cup – Rochester, NY
June 1, 2018 – The Garrison – Toronto, ON, Canada
June 3, 2018 – Petit Campus – Montreal, QC, Canada

“Expect the Unexpected” from the Security Project as they bring the timeless masterpieces of Peter Gabriel plus Genesis and Kate Bush into the 21st Century.

Featuring Jerry Marotta, the drummer from Gabriel’s classic line-up (1977-1986), plus Trey Gunn from King Crimson, on a 10-string touch guitar. The recent addition of Happy Rhodes, with her 4-octave vocal range, fulfills the band’s promise of re-envisioning the music of Peter Gabriel. Rounding out the band from Shriekback and Sky Cries Mary is Michael Cozzi on guitar and co-founder of Gig Performer and computer scientist David Jamesonon keyboards and Eigenharp.

Leave your expectations at the door and be prepared to hear Peter Gabriel’s genre-less music like you’ve never heard it performed before.

Happy Rhodes – Lead Voice
Jerry Marotta – Drums, Vocals
Trey Gunn – Touch Guitar, Vocals
David Jameson – Keyboards, Eigenharp
Michael Cozzi – Guitar, Vocals

A Duet Past Due: Martin & Marotta

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Pre-Order: February 6, 2018
Release: March 1, 2018

Soul Redemption is the debut release from guitarist/vocalist Flav Martin and drummer Jerry Marotta. This duet past due harmoniously blends modern folk rock with Italian pop music. Performed in a cafe in Italy or on the polo fields of Indio, these songs would feel comfortably at home in either environment.

Credited as one of the most innovative acoustic guitar players on the scene today, Flav Martin blends beautiful melodies with intricate technique, voicing, and a percussive style that leaves people saying “How does he do that?”.  Throughout his career Flav has performed with David Crosby, Al Stewart, Suzanne Vega, Tommy Emmanuel and more. Flav’s many writing credits include Saturday Night Live, PBS, Canon Films. All but two of the songs on this album were written by Flav.

World renowned drummer, touring and session musician/producer Jerry Marotta has left his mark on countless recordings by Paul McCartney, Hall & Oats, The Indigo Girls, Marc Cohn, Sarah MacLachlan, and John Mayer to name but a few. He first entered the music scene as the drummer for Orleans with the hit single “Still the One” followed by a decade of performing and recording with Peter Gabriel. His rhythmic drumming and world music inspired percussion complement the acoustic flavor of Flav’s guitar.

Backing up the duo are their long time friends Tony Levin (bass), Peter Primamore (piano), Thor Jensen (guitar), Mark Shulman (guitar), and Gary Schreiner (harmonica/accordion).

Tracklist:
1) Soul Redemption
2) Please
3) Drinking You
4) I Knew It Was You
5) Tell Me To My Face
6) Rio De Janiero
7) Wild Moon
8) Coffee Song
9) How Could You Leave Me Now

Produced by Jerry Marotta
Executive Producer Debra “Chappy” Chapman
Engineered by Bella Blasko, Matthew Cullen, Connor Milton, Pete Caigan, Adam Armstrong, Joe Quigley
Mixed by Michael Cozzi
Mastered by Chris Athens
Sculpture Art by Lucy Krupenye
Art Design by WellspringMediaGroup.com
Recorded at Dreamland Recording Studios (West Hurley, NY), Jersville Studios (Woodstock. NY), and Mojo Creative Arts Studio (Westerly, RI)

All songs written by Flav Martin
except “Tell Me To My Face” written by Allan Clarke, Tony Hicks, Graham Nash
“Coffee Song” written by Giancarlo Bigami, Riccardo Del Turco, Giorgio Antola

Online: flavmartin.com
Facebook: @FlavMartinMusic
Facebook: @JerryMarottaDrums
Instagram: @JerryMarottaDrums

Security Project Live “Expect the Unexpected”

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This November make CONTACT with the Security Project performing the music of Peter Gabriel plus Genesis & Kate Bush . Featuring Jerry Marotta, King Crimson alumni Trey Gunn, Michael Cozzi from Shriekback, Gig Performer co-founder David Jameson and on vocals Happy Rhodes.

​Preorder the new album, CONTACT, available November 1st.

​Security Project On Tour 2017

Nov 2 – Kingston, NY (BSP – Front Room)
Nov 3 – Newton, NJ (Newton Theater)
Nov 5 – New Hope, PA (Havana Club)
Nov 7 – Northampton, MA (Iron Horse)
Nov 8 – Pawling, NY (Daryl’s House)
Nov 10 – Boston, MA (Regent Theater – Arlington, MA)
Nov 11 – Schenectady, NY (Van Dyke Lounge) 2 shows
Nov 12 – Syracuse, NY (Lost Horizon)
Nov 14 – Cleveland, OH (Beachland Ballroom)
Nov 15 – Louisville, KY (Headliners Music Hall)
Nov 17 – Indianapolis, IN (The Irving Theater)
Nov 18 – Auburn Hills, MI (Callahan’s Music Hall)
Nov 19 – Chicago, IL – Jerry Marotta drum clinic (venue TBA)
Nov 20 – Milwaukee, WI (Shank Hall)
Nov 21 – Chicago, IL (Reggie’s)

 

​“Expect the Unexpected” from the Security Project as they bring the timeless masterpieces of Peter Gabriel into the 21st Century.

Featuring Jerry Marotta, the drummer from Gabriel’s classic line-up (1977-1986), plus Trey Gunn from King Crimson, on a 10-string touch guitar. The recent addition of Happy Rhodes, with her 4-octave vocal range, fulfills the band’s promise of re-envisioning the music of Peter Gabriel. Rounding out the band from Shriekback and Sky Cries Mary is Michael Cozzi on guitar and co-founder of Gig Performer and computer scientist David Jameson on keyboards and Eigenharp.

The band’s latest album CONTACT is their first full length live album to feature Happy on vocals. In addition to 10 songs from the classic Peter Gabriel era, CONTACT also includes a stirring cover of Kate Bush’s “Mother Stands For Comfort” showcasing Happy’s vocal talents.

Leave your expectations at the door and be prepared to hear Peter Gabriel’s genre-less music like you’ve never heard it performed before.

Happy Rhodes – Lead Voice
Jerry Marotta – Drums, Vocals
Trey Gunn – Touch Guitar, Vocals
David Jameson – Keyboards, Eigenharp
Michael Cozzi – Guitar, Vocals

Recorded by Robert Frazza during the band’s recent USA and Japanese tours
Mixed & Mastered by Michael Cozzi at Moscozzi Studios, Seattle

All songs by Peter Gabriel published by EMI Blackwood Music Inc OBO Real World Music LTD
Except track 6 by Kate Bush published by Screen Gems-EMI Music Inc

“The Security Project live is a beautifully reverential and creative reinterpretation of these Peter Gabriel classics!”
– Kevin Killen, engineer of Gabriel’s “So” record

For more info visit Security Project at:
Online: www.securityprojectband.com
Facebook: @SecurProjectBand
Instagram: @securityprojectband