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The Who Show Perfoming at Las Vegas House of Blues
(2/23/08) The Who Show will b e performing at the House of Blues LAS VEGAS (3950 Las Vegas Blvd.) on Friday, March 29 at 10PM as part of their TRIBUTE FRIDAYS series. The band will be performing an extended concert set of THE WHO hits, as well as selections from TOMMY and QUADROPHENIA. For tickets and more info, go to hob.com.
The Who Show to Perform QUAD Mini-Concert Set at OC Pavilion in Santa Ana, CA
(2/18/08) The Who Show, the world's premier THE WHO tribute band, will be performing at Southern California's premier 500-seat concert venue The OC Pavilion on Saturday, March 22th at 8 PM. Santa Ana, California's OC Pavilion a state-of-the art sound system, multiple video screens, and an award winning restaurant for before and after the show (stay after the show to meet and hang out with the band)! This extended arena-style set will include a special mini 6-song power set from QUADROPHENIA, featuring guest vocalist Steve Shareaux, "Jimmy" from 2006's stage production of QUAD, and keyboard player Daniel Alexander from the LA progressive band MOZART. Tickets are available at ocpavilion.com - they have many season ticket holders, so don't wait to get yours!.
The Who Show Live Club Review in Music Connection Magazine
(1/9/08) The Who Show received a glowing review by Oscar Jordan of Music Connection Magazine, Southern California's premier local music magazine:
The Knitting Factory, Hollywood
The Players: Joey Grillo, vocals; Chris Propper, guitar; Joel Pelletier, bass; France DiCarlo, drums.
Material: The Who Show is a tribute band that brings to life the sights and sounds of 70's era Who with both precision and verve. Not merely a greatest hits jukebox, the Who Show digs deep and plays lesser-known cuts like "Anyway, Anyhow, Anywhere" and "The Seeker." The band also charges on with more well known classics like "The Real Me," "Baba O'Riley" and "Bargain."
Musicianship: This act nails all the dynamics and nuances of the Who, from the calm spider-fingered dexterity of bassist Joel Pelletier as John Entwistle, to the Hi-watt amps and energetic chord work of guitarist Chris Propper as Pete Townsend. Frontman Joey Grillo cops the vibe and power of Tommy era Roger Daltry without being a clone. He even replicates the scream in "Won't Get Fooled Again" which is no small feat. The extremely talented France DiCarlo on drums resurrects the force of nature that was Keith Moon and pummels the skins with manic intensity.
Performance: Dressed in character, the band performed the songs with confidence and enthusiasm. They even won over the goofy fans of the faux punk band that preceded them and had everyone singing along. Band members took on the individual stage personas, idiosyncrasies and showmanship of the real Who, and presented the compositions with reverence and professionalism.
Summary: The Who Show offers an authentic replication of a by-gone sound for Who fans. They rock heavily with conviction and play the songs the way they were intended to sound. Although it could be argued that they should drop the inconsistent Brit accents between songs, the band performed aggressively, delivered the sonic goodies, and won over a resistant crowd.
--Oscar Jordan, Music Connection Magazine, 2008 Issue 1
Comments from bassist Joel Pelletier on the band and tribute bands in general were also quoted in the last issue of Music Connection about Tribute Bands. The article also included a color photograph of the band.
The Who Show to Perform During NAMM 2008
(1/8/08) The Who Show will be performing a live set of THE WHO at one of Southern California's most authentic Rock/Punk/Rockabilly clubs, Anaheim's The Doll Hut during the yearly music manufacturer's NAMM Convention held at the Anaheim Convention Center. The performance is partially sponsored by some of the manufacturers who endorse the musicians in the band, including Onboard Research. The show, which is free and open to the public as well as convention attendees, will be at 11PM on Saturday 19 January 2008. For more info, contact the club at 714-826-2040. Members of the band will be attending the NAMM Convention, running from 17-20 January, meeting with their current and potential future equipment endorsers; current manufacturers with relationships with the band and its members include Premier Percussion, Hiwatt Amplification, Hartke Amps, EMG Pickups, Rotosound Strings and Onboard Research Tuners.
The Who Show receives HOLLYWOOD FAME AWARD at the World Famous Whisky-a-Go-Go
(11/28/07) The Who Show was awarded "Best Independent Revival Rock Act 2007" (aka BEST TRIBUTE ACT) at the first annual HOLLYWOOD FAME AWARDS, founded and hosted by Al Bowman, creator of the prestigious LA MUSIC AWARDS. France DiCarlo (Keith Moon) and Joel Pelletier (John Entwistle) were there in person to accept the award. Awards were given to bands from across the United States, and special presentations were made to Kat Kramer, in honour of her father, film producer Stanley Kramer; Liberty DiVito, long-time award-winning drummer for Billy Joel (and now Paul McCartney); and 35-year radio veteran and K-Earth DJ Gary Brian. The event was held at West Hollywood's world famous Whisky-a-Go-Go on the Sunset Strip.
The Who Show Members post new MySpace pages
(10/12/07) Members of The Who Show, which already boasts one of the top THE WHO-related MySpace pages, has posted popular individual pages. Drummer France DiCarlo's Keith Moon Foundation page celebrates the life and music of one of the world's greatest drummers (including a wonderful posting from Keith Moon's daughter Mandy - "FINALLY! I can't tell you how much I am in support of your campaign and I shall help you in anyway I can..."). Bassist Joel Pelletier's Being John Entwistle page continues the photos and essays from his website joelp.com about the process of "Becoming John," including the playing, the basses, the equipment and the costumes. Both have garnered praise from fans of THE WHO worldwide.
The Who Show leads All Access Magazine's Best Tribute Band Poll
(10/5/07) The Who Show is in the lead for BEST TRIBUTE BAND at All Access Magazine, a print and online music magazine. Individual members of the band are also in the running for best drummer (France DiCarlo) and best singer (Mike Harris). Fans and friends of the band are encouraged to visit the website and vote!
The Who Show on CBS News Sunday Morning NATIONWIDE in September 2007
(8/8/07) The Who Show has been approached to be included in a special segment on Tribute Bands to air on CBS News Sunday Morning with Charles Osgood. The segment aired in September 2007, and The Who Show was chosen to represent one of the finest examples of tribute bands performing in the United States over the last 10 years.
The Who Show Completes Their New Live DVD Video
(8/6/07) The Who Show has completed the first draft edit of their new LIVE PERFORMANCE DEMO DVD. Produced by the band, with video shot and directed by Jeff Stein, director of the legendary 1979 THE WHO Rock Documentary THE KIDS ARE ALRIGHT (and personal friend of THE WHO), and edited by The Who Show bassist Joel Pelletier, the 8 minute video featured clips from live performances of classic THE WHO hits including WON'T GET FOOLED AGAIN, PINBALL WIZARD, THE REAL ME, MY GENERATION, SPARKS and BABA O'REILY. The completed footage will be posted on this website, as well as at The Who Show's MySpace and YouTube channels. The DVD is already available to bookers, promoters and media (email or call for more info and the latest promo package).
The Who Show Unveils New Promo Photos
(8/1/07) The Who Show, the world's premier THE WHO tribute band, has released a new set of color 8x10 promotional photos, photographed by classic rock photographer Heather Harris. The main photo features four individual shots from their promotional video shoot directed by Jeff Stein, director of the legendary 1979 THE WHO Rock Documentary THE KIDS ARE ALRIGHT in July 2007. Each band member is depicted as early-mid 1970's THE WHO band members: Chris Propper as PETE TOWNSHEND, Mike Harris as ROGER DALTREY, Joel Pelletier as JOHN ENTWISTLE and France DiCarlo as KEITH MOON. The four invdividual 8x10s feature each individual band member from the video shoot or from studio photo sessions with Heather held from March-May 2007. Click on any small image above to download screen-resolution PDF versions of the photos; higher-resolution print quality files are also available. Pro-quality color glossy prints of these photos are included in the band's latest Live Performance DVD promo package, available to bookers, promoters and media (email or call for more info and the promo package).
The Who Show Performs at MODS AND ROCKERS Film Festival in Hollywood, CA
(7/28/07) The Who Show performed a set of classic THE WHO hits outside the famous American Cinamattheque Grumman's Egyptian Theatre in Hollywood, California. The band was performing before a showing of the director's cut of the classic 1969 rock documantary Woodstock as part of the 8th Annual Mods and Rockers Film Festival, produced by Martin Lewis, who stated that "The Who Show is the world's greatest THE WHO Tribute band!" The set featured guest vocals by Stephen Shareaux, star of the 2006 theater production of QUADROPHENIA, which also featured THE WHO SHOW. The one hour set included songs from THE WHO's 1969 Woodstock setlist, as well as THE WHO's rock operas Tommy and Quadrophenia. Steven also performed that evening with the band at Northridge, CA Harpers Sports Bar, appearing with Ventura's Led Zepplica, the incredibly authentic LED ZEPPELIN tribute band and friends of The Who Show.
The Who Show Shoots a Live Performance Video Directed by THE KIDS ARE ALRIGHT Director Jeff Stein
(7/20/07) After many months of preparation, The Who Show shot a promotional live performance video on a in a large theater stage in Van Nuys, CA. Produced by the band, the video footage was shot simlutaneously on three 24p DV cameras and one HD camera by a crew directed by Jeff Stein, director of the legendary 1979 THE WHO Rock Documentary THE KIDS ARE ALRIGHT (and personal friend of THE WHO). The band was thouroughly miked like a live show, and the audio was mixed direct to stereo DAT produced by The Who Show bassist Joel Pelletier and engineered by Brian Soucy. The band was shot performing in classic early-1970's era THE WHO costume with classic THE WHO instruments and gear, with concert lighting and smoke machines, recreating classic THE WHO hits including WON'T GET FOOLED AGAIN, PINBALL WIZARD, THE REAL ME, MY GENERATION, SPARKS and BABA O'REILY. The DVD will be available to bookers, promoters and media (email or call for more info and the latest promo package).
The Who Show Bassist Recreates JOHN ENTWISTLE'S famous BASS ROOM Photo
(5/14/07) The Who Show's bassist Joel Pelletier has completed a promotional photo session recreating THE WHO bassist John Entwistle's classic "Bassroom" photo from circa 1974. Known for his massive bass collection, the late THE WHO bassist was shown in a room with over 30 basses from his electric bass guitar collection. Joel, along with classic rock photographer Heather Harris, carefully placed a dozen basses from Joel's personal bass collection, many built by Joel to duplicate some of JOHN ENTWISTLE'S famouse bass guitars, along with carefully duplicating JOHN'S costume, beard and hair style from that era. Joel performs with THE WHO SHOW using many of these basses. More photos and details of Joel's "Being John Entwistle" project can be found at his personal art and music website.
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