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August Rocks and Rolls. Summer 2010 cont.

Mon, 16 Aug 2010 00:00:00 -0700

What a beautiful summer in New England so far. A trip to Scandinavia and Germany in July, plenty of gigs of all kinds. I can't thank you enough for all the great moments that have occurred from Memorial Day right through to this last weekend. The support for the arts has been superb. It's been non-stop. The BANDIT KINGS are taking off in a real way and I can't believe we did our first gigs only 5 months ago. We've been on the radio, played the famous Plough and Stars and go out of state this fall with the west coast calling us this winter. Look for Gigs in New York in September, Cambridge in October. SAFETY 80S has been riding a great summer on Rocky Neck, Salem and coming up to our old friends Captain Carlos late August. Safety plays the Topsfield Fair on Columbus Day and Watch for our first Casino gig at Twin Rivers Lighthouse Bar coming Halloween weekend. KBMG has been invited to the Celebrate Gloucester Concert with Charles Neville, Henri Smith and Roomful Of Blues Labour Day Weekend on Sunday September 5th and Travels to Portsmouth NH and the Dolphin Striker on Oct 8th to kick off the long weekend. KBMG continue acoustic tuesdays at our beloved Jalapenos. What else can I say but make a reservation and come enjoy the best mexican food with David Brown, Dave Mattacks, Wolf Ginandes and I. KBMG tuesdays at Jalapenos have become an institution and the place to be tuesday nights and I'm not kidding about reserving early. Locally the Monday night Jam at the Rhumbline is back in a big way and to celebrate 15 years of Jams we're bringing Russ Lawton and Ray Paczkowski of Classic TAB Trey Anastasio Band to help make this a night to remember. Special guests all night plus an intro set of Russ and Ray's orginal duo work. I'd advise you get there early for this very special evening. Alchemy Village Night made some renovations for the better and is packing them in with an eclectic mix of guests like The Silver Spades, Marina Evans, Ron and Sheila, Joe and Renee. Tapas is the thing to try now at Alchemy so if you haven't been lately it's time to come on by and try something new and interesting. The music is early so you'll have plenty of time to get home or get out for the rest of the unofficial weekend kick-off every thursday night. You can Follow me on Facebook and Twitter for daily updates on gigs and news, photos and the like by checking out the links. Happy Surfing

Summer Summer Summer

Mon, 21 Jun 2010 00:00:00 -0700

Summer is here and the weather has been beautiful! No complaints this year.

The gigs are plentiful, check the listings. The music is ready and the fun has only just begun.

The Bandit Kings, Safety, KBMG are all working plus the Monday Night Rhumbline Jam is back for the summer plus we've added new venues like the Studio and Madfish on Rocky Neck to our club circuit. Tuesday at Jalapenos is running smooth, couldn't ask for a better gig and Village Night Alchemy has been remodeled, moved and revamped.

We're taking a break from recording and making hay while the sun shines out in the clubs so we'll see you round and round!

Have a Great Summer!,

all the best,

Cinco De Mayo Free Downloads

Wed, 05 May 2010 00:00:00 -0700

Happy Cinco De Mayo!! from Bandit Kings and KBMG

the weather is beautiful where we are and we're so happy that we've decided to give away some Free Dowloads!!!!

First- The debut Bandit Kings double single "Laredo" and "The Jerker" recorded by Tony Goddess at Bang A Song.

plus "Senorita Del Sol" by KBMG (live from the Berklee Performance Center)

Just go to the Music page and Download Away!!

Both Bands fully endorse sharing with Friends!!!

The Bandit Kings Debut

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 00:00:00 -0700

The Bandit Kings are a new project featuring Dan King and SAFETY members Ann Marie and Dennis Monagle, with Renee Dupuis and Joe Cardoza. The band debuts this March, with a 3-week residency on Monday nights at the Rhumbline in Gloucester (9pm). The Bandit Kings are a Jangle and Roots-Rock combo with an emphasis on The Rock. King plays lead guitar, writes and produces original material for the group, which features lead vocalists Ann Marie and Renee, and support by Monagle (on drums) and Cardoza (on bass). The double lead vocal reminds one of early and classic rock acts the Everly Brothers and Simon and Garfunkel as well as the Beatles and the Byrds. New Wave acts like the B-52's used the sound to create many hits in the late 70s and 80s.

It was through his successful 80s dance band SAFETY that King was influenced firsthand by the double female lead. SAFETY's covers of the Go-Gos and the Bangles shook down the house and King had a vision for the new songs he was writing. A child of the 80s himself, King came of age during the heyday of the second wave of Jangle rock bands like REM, The Smiths, The Cure, and The Pretenders, as well as the superstardom of Jangle Hero Tom Petty, which has had a major influence on his writing ever since. The Bandits interpretation of the beautiful Jangle Rock guitar sounds, mashed-up with the harmony and unison of the ethereal Renee and the throaty Ann Marie, make for a powerful musical attack. Along with Monagle and Cardoza's modern and classic beats, The Bandit Kings' timeless imagery and sound seem familiar yet fresh and new.

The Bandit Kings Cambridge/Boston debut will be Friday night, April 2nd, opening for Cyrus Shea at The Loft at Tommy Doyles's Harvard Square (9pm). Don't miss this new and exciting act!

And check out the website at www.banditkings.com

Free Download release of Senorita Del Sol

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 -0800

Senorita Del Sol, a KBMG live show standard has been released for free download on myspace.com and the video has been released to youtube for all to enjoy! Go to the Videos tab for a direct link to KBMG videos and the Social tab for a link to myspace.

2010

Fri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 -0800

KBMG start off 2010 with a couple of local shows on Cape Ann.

The Rhumbline on Jan. 30 and Elliots at the Blackburn on Feb. 13th.

They'll continue into their 7th year of the tuesday residency at Jalapenos Restaurant for the weekly acoustic session of favorites, originals and new material.

Special thanks to JB Amero for sitting in whenever we have an empty slot and keeping us on our toes.

All the boys wish you a pleasant and prosperous entry into this new decade and we hope to see you at a show soon!!!

Season's Greetings

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0800

Greetings friends,
Here we are at the end of another decade. The last time this occurred we were in the midst of Y2K and a new millennium approaching. The Perfect Storm had recently filmed in our hometown area that summer and I was looking forward to enjoying the turn to 2000 in NYC. Exciting times indeed!
This time I feel the hope and dreams we imagined for the new millennium will begin. A new president, a new awareness of the delicacy of our planet, and a new hope that tolerance and acceptance of all people will help the planet thrive and prosper for not just a privileged few but a much greater majority.
We hope you and your loved funs have a safe and joyous Holiday Season and a wonderful New Year and Decade!
Dan King

Fall Update

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0700

Hey Folks,
The times they are a changin', I can feel it in the air at night.
My busy summer schedule is winding down so many thanks to all who've come out to support live music this past season!
From King, Brown, Mattacks and Ginandes or KBMG and our new record release Western Color to Safety 80's, the Glostafarians reggae, Wednesday Night Roots Jam and on down the line there were a lot of magical moments to be had and we took full advantage while the gettin' was good!
Here's some updates to what's happening next,
Our debut Live Video from the Berklee Performance Center Film is now on Youtube
check it out in the new Video section!

Jalapenos is still every tuesday from 7-9 acoustic

TIME CHANGE!
Roots Rock Wednesdays is Now at 8pm
with differtent guests each week
Latitude 43 Restaurant and Bar

and if you like to travel a bit please check out
Tom Hambridge and the Rattlesnakes
Mal’s Blues & Jazz Lounge

77 WASHINGTON STREET
HAVERHILL MA 01832
978-374-5150
(Located on the 3rd floor of GEORGE’S RESTAURANT)

Saturday September 12, 2009 at 9PM
Tickets $15.00
Advanced tickets available!
Call 978-374-5150

he's a great friend who produced two of my earlier records
residing in Nashville with a credit list to die for.
currently working with ZZ Top!
see attachment for more details,

Thank You for supporting the Arts! See You Soon,
best , DK

CD Release Week

Mon, 27 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0700

Hey Everyone,
I can finally say the Cd release of our new studio album Western Color (cd and downloads) is officially upon us.
Western Color with David Brown, Dave Mattacks and Wolf Ginandes represents about 3 years work ( we did take our sweet old time and I can honestly say it was worth it). Initial listens by close friends and associates believe it's my best effort to date and a stellar collection of songs. Great compliments as it's hard to compete with the back catalog of my band mates!
I hope you can give it a listen and see if you agree.

check out for free samples
Amazon.com: Western Color With David Brown, Wolf Ginandes and Dave Mattacks: MP3 Downloads: Dan King

CDBaby | Dan King | Western Color with David Brown, Wolf Ginandes and Dave Mattacks

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and Free Downloads while supporting worthy causes at
Dan King | Boston MA US | Folk Rock, Blues, Country Music from gimmesound.com

Cd release week activities
Tonite Tuesday July 28
Jalapenos Gloucester 7pm acoustic
our weekly get together for over five years now!

Wednesday July 29th
Weekly Roots Rock Jam 9pm full band acoustic
Latitude 43 Restaurant and Bar :: Groove Gloucester

Thursday July 30th
Cd Release Party Atwoods Tavern Cambridge Ma 930 pm
Atwoods Tavern full band acoustic

Friday July 31st
Gloucester Sidewalk Days outdoor concert
1 Main St.
(in front of Elliots and Blackburn Performing Arts)
2pm

Friday July 31st
Hometown Cd release Party
Elliots at the Blackburn 830pm Acoustic and Electric
Live Music in Gloucester | Elliott's at the Blackburn

THANK YOU for supporting the arts

cd's will be available at the performances
and check out Dan King Road Map - The King's Highway
for links to social networks myspace, facebook and twitter
as well as photos, downloads, news and other fun stuff.
YouTube - Goodnight Romeo Dan King KBMG Featuring Kathy Aptt

Summer Coming

Thu, 28 May 2009 00:00:00 -0700

Hi,
Busy Weekend ahead, Summer must be near, I think. Hard to tell with these clouds but I assure they'll soon part!

first I'd like to thank Salem News for their informative article today in regards to our upcoming release and Landing Show.
Gloucester's King to rule Landing - SalemNews.com, Salem, MA

and thanks for all the great comments about our new youtube video.
YouTube - Goodnight Romeo Dan King KBMG Featuring Kathy Aptt

Download Goodnight Romeo Free at
Dan King | Boston MA US | Folk Rock, Blues, Country Music from gimmesound.com
great site for music, free downloads, Charitable Contributions and musicians get paid!