Send us a textIn this heartfelt episode titled A Tribute to Saxophonist Pat DeRosa, listeners are invited to experience a special event recorded live at the Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame. This celebration honors the life and career of inductee Pat DeRosa, a remarkable saxophonist who, at the age of 100, was recognized by the Guinness Book of World Records as the Oldest Professional Saxophone Player. Born in Brooklyn in 1921 and later relocating to Huntington, Long Is...

Send us a textIn this special episode of the Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame Podcast, we present a previously recorded interview from the Port Jefferson Documentary Film Series featuring the creators and stars of “HARRY CHAPIN: WHEN IN DOUBT, DO SOMETHING.” Join director Rick Korn, producers S.A. Baron and Jason Chapin, singer-songwriter Jen Chapin, and LIMEHOF Vice Chairman Tom Needham, as they discuss the life and legacy of the legendary Harry Chapin.This powerful do...

Send us a textMark Rivera will be featured on the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame Podcast.Mark Rivera is renowned as Billy Joel’s saxophonist and the Musical Director for Ringo Starr and His All Starr Band. A multi-instrumentalist and vocalist, Rivera has spent the last 50 years sharing the stage with some of rock’s biggest legends, including John Lennon, Paul McCartney, Elton John, Simon & Garfunkel, Foreigner, Peter Frampton, Tony Bennett, Sheila E., Joe Walsh, Hall...

Send us a textThe Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame is excited to share audio from an exclusive Q&A at a screening of the documentary, JACKIE MARTLING: JOKE MAN at the Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame.Long Island's Jackie "The Joke Man" Martling may just be America's last great joke teller. His savant-like ability to remember every joke he's heard since he was eight years old, combined with his lightning-fast wit and infectious laugh, helped establish hi...

Send us a textOn this episode of The LIMEHOF Podcast, we’re thrilled to shine the spotlight on Joe Bouchard, a true rock legend and former member of the iconic Blue Öyster Cult. During his unforgettable run with the band throughout the '70s and '80s, Joe’s remarkable bass playing, vocals, and songwriting helped define the band's sound. His contributions not only dominated the charts but also earned him nine gold and two platinum awards, a testament to the band’s commercial success and his und...

Send us a textKenny Vance Joins Tom Needham to discuss his upcoming PBS Airing of "Heart and Soul" on New York's Channel 13 at 6:30 PM on Sunday, September 22nd.Growing up in New York, Kenny Vance was mesmerized by the allure of rock ‘n’ roll. By the age of fifteen, he was spending time at the renowned Brill Building, connecting with other singers and songwriters. Eventually, he co-founded the successful group Jay and The Americans, who had the unique honor of opening for both The Beatles and...

Send us a textBorn in Brooklyn and raised on Long Island, bandleader Vince Giordano began his odyssey into the world of music at the age of five. The discovery of a slew of 78 rpm records in his grandmother’s attic ignited the flame. He began music on the violin but switched to the tuba in the 7th grade and then added the string bass and bass saxophone. The ambitious Giordano joined the musicians union at age 14 and started playing with Dixieland banjo bands around Long Island. He became inte...

Send us a textJimmy Rosica, a key member of the legendary group Johnny Maestro & The Brooklyn Bridge, is a name synonymous with the golden era of pop and R&B. His contributions to the band helped shape its distinctive sound, which resonated with fans across the globe. The Brooklyn Bridge, known for their rich vocal harmonies and intricate horn arrangements, catapulted to fame with their first release, a stirring rendition of Jimmy Webb's "Worst That Could Happen." This track, whi...

Send us a textFor the latest episode of the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame Podcast, we're shining a spotlight on the band Synaptic Groove, a group that not only delivers top-notch musical performances but also enriches the lives of Long Islanders by highlighting the health benefits of music. As part of LIMEHOF’s Health and Harmony program—a collaboration between the Hall of Fame and Catholic Health—Synaptic Groove has played a key role in educating the community about how mu...

Send us a textDJ Hurricane is an iconic figure in the hip-hop world, particularly known for his influential work with the Beastie Boys. He is being inducted to the Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame on August 24th, 2024.Starting his journey in the Hollis, Queens area of New York City, Hurricane honed his skills alongside Run D.M.C., where he initially gained recognition as part of the Solo Sounds crew and later as a member of The Afros. His early years were shaped by clos...

Send us a textDavid Franklin Reeves Jr., better known as Davy DMX, is an iconic figure in the annals of hip-hop history. He was raised in the vibrant, culturally rich neighborhood of Hollis, Queens and emerged as a pioneering force in the genre's formative years. His musical journey, deeply influenced by the soulful sounds of the Jackson 5 and the electric atmosphere of 1970s New York, saw him master an array of instruments and techniques. From his early days as a self-taught guitarist to bec...

Send us a Text Message.LIMEHOF Inductee Darryl "DMC" McDaniels co-founded Run-DMC alongside Joseph "Rev Run" Simmons and Jason "Jam Master Jay" Mizell, setting the stage for a revolutionary impact on the music industry.Run-DMC quickly ascended to fame with the release of their debut album in 1984 under Profile Records. Their single "Rock Box" became the first rap video played on MTV, breaking new ground for the genre. The group continued to achieve historic milestones, including being the sec...

Send us a Text Message.Taking Back Sunday's Shaun Cooper joins Tom Needham on The Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame Podcast.Taking Back Sunday, a 2018 Long Island Music Hall of Fame inductee, has solidified their place as one of America's most beloved rock bands. Over the past two decades, they have captivated audiences with their powerful sound and emotionally charged lyrics. The band has consistently released top-selling albums, with notable entries such as 'Louder Now,' 'W...

Send us a Text Message.Join us on the latest episode of the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame Podcast as we sit down with inductee Kenny Vance to discuss his documentary, "Heart & Soul: A Love Story." In an intimate conversation with host Tom Needham, Vance takes us on a journey through the world of Doo-Wop, exploring the vocal harmony masterpieces created by teenage artists in the 1950s and 60s. This genre, now fast fading from history, formed a crucial bridge to today's p...

Send us a Text Message.Listen to a special Q&A featuring host Tom Needham, director Ellen Goldfarb and iconic WLIR DJs Denis McNamara and Larry "The Duck" Dunn. This event took place during a screening of the acclaimed documentary "New Wave: Dare to Be Different" at the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame. The documentary, directed by Goldfarb, delves into the revolutionary role of Garden City-based radio station WLIR in transforming the 1980s music scene. The Q&A se...

Send us a Text Message.Ron Alexenburg has over 60 years of experience in the music industry. In 1965, he joined CBS Records and soon moved onto Columbia Records, where he became the youngest head of promotion in the company’s history, working with the label’s top talent. He rose through the ranks at Columbia, eventually becoming senior vice president and general manager of Epic Records, a division of CBS Records Group. Over the years, Alexenburg has worked directly with many recording artists...

Send us a Text Message.Kurtis Blow was inducted into the Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame in 2014.Kurtis Walker—known to the world as Kurtis Blow—kicked off his career in the 1970s as Kool DJ Kurt, spinning records and making waves. He became the first rapper to achieve commercial success and land a major record deal with Mercury. His 1980 debut album featured “The Breaks,” the first rap song to go certified gold. He is known for his songs "Basketball," "Christmas Rappi...

Send us a Text Message.Jay Jay French will be joining Tom Needham for an extended conversation about his documentary We Are Twisted F***ING Sister. The film focuses on the ten grueling years leading up to Twisted Sister's commercial breakthrough as they cross-dressed their way all over Long Island bars and clubs to super-stardom.Twisted Sister was a dangerous combination of the New York Dolls’ glam, KISS’ theatrics, and the shock-rock styling of Alice Cooper. In 1972, Jay Jay French for...

Send us a Text Message.Blue Öyster Cult was inducted into the Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame in 2008. Albert Bouchard will be performing with some past and current members of the band at LIMEHOF's 20th Anniversary Concert Honoring Billy Joel on June 7th at the Tilles Center.Albert Bouchard, a globally recognized Grammy® Nominated songwriter and rock drummer, has sold over 24 million albums worldwide. As a co-founder of the renowned band 'Blue Öyster Cult,' his innovative d...

Send us a Text Message.Born in Brooklyn, Richie Cannata later moved with his parents to Garden City South, where he blossomed as a tenor sax musician. He played in school bands and with fellow local musicians, perfecting his trade on the local music scene as a live performer and studio musician. One day in 1975 when Cannata was in the studio, engineer Al Stegmeyer suggested that Cannata call his brother Doug, who had recently gotten a gig as Billy Joel’s bass player. The band was looking for ...

Send us a Text Message.Carter Burwell was inducted into the Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame Hall of Fame in 2016.Carter Burwell was born on November 18, 1954. He graduated from Harvard College in 1977. While at Harvard, he studied animation with Mary Beams and George Griffin, electronic music with Ivan Tcherepnin, and pursued a course of independent study at the MIT Media Lab (then known as the Architecture Machine Group). After graduation he became a teaching assistant in ...

Send us a Text Message. Long Island Music Hall of Fame Inductee, Elliott Murphy, joins Tom Needham on the Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame Podcast to discuss his film, BROKEN POET. BROKEN POET is the story of 1970's rock star Jake Lion, who was presumed dead in Paris until his former roadie Plynth happens to be riding in the Paris Metro forty years after Jake's much publicized suicide and happens to hear an aged street musician who sounds just like him. In search of an...

Tom Needham speaks with LIMEHOF inductees EPMD members Erick Sermon, Parrish Smith and DJ Diamond the Artist. Trailblazing hip-hop group EPMD consists of Erick Sermon (E Double) and Parrish Smith (Parrish Mic Doc), who met in high school in their hometown of Brentwood, New York. Inspired by funky hardcore acts such as Eric B. & Rakim and Public Enemy, the duo formed EPMD, the group name a fusion of their own names—“E” and “PMD”—creating the acronym for “Erick and Parrish Making...

For more than fifty years, Wayne Robins has been recognized as one of America’s top music and pop culture journalists. Beginning with his first professional job in 1972 at CBS Records, Wayne’s mid-70’s writings for Rolling Stone, New Musical Express, Melody Maker, The Village Voice and Creem Magazine (where he also served as Editor) eventually brought him home to Long Island to serve as Newsday’s pop music writer in 1975. For the next 20 years, Wayne’s reviews, interviews and reporting were...