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Presented by Borough President James Oddo
and City Councilmembers Joe Borelli • Steve Matteo • Debi Rose
- THANK YOU TO THESE AMAZING PERFORMERS -
vito picone & the elegants
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​The Elegants, still based on Staten Island, New York, were formed in 1956 by their lead singer, Vito Picone, who also co-wrote their # l hit single "Little Star."  The record sold over 2-1/2 million copies world-wide in 1958 on ABC Paramount's subsidiary label "APT." The group was named the #1 R&B and the #1 Pop artists of the year and adorned the cover of Cashbox Magazine receiving their gold record.  The group toured throughout the United States, Canada and Mexico in the late fifties and early sixties along with the early legends of their time until the U.S. Army and The Beatles changed the direction of their lives and careers.  Ten years later a nostalgic atmosphere gripped the country and there was a second coming for Doo-Wop sounds such as The Elegants had contributed in the fifties.  Aside from doubling their original record sales since 1958, the group has received the Million-Aires award for "Little Star" airing 1 million times on the radio . Their song has been immortalized in the Rock and Roll Hall Of Fame , was featured in numerous movies, and also in HBO's blockbuster series, "The Sopranos".  They have appeared 8 times at Radio City Music Hall, were among the initial Doo-Wop artists to be presented at Carnegie Hall , the first Doo-Wop group ever to perform at Lincoln Center , and Vito's cameo appearance in the Oscar winning movie "Goodfellas" (Vito is in the Billy Batts scene at the end of the bar), top the list of their many outstanding accomplishments.  Vito Picone (lead vocalist), Jimmy Moschello (baritone), Nino Amato (1st. tenor), Bruce "Sonny" Copp (2nd tenor and rhythm guitarist) have been acclaimed as one of the most entertaining acts representing the wonderful era of the 50's and 60's.

Visit Vito's facebook page here.
the expressions
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Visit The Expressions facebook page here.
vinnie medugno
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Visit Vinnie Medugno's facebook page here.
the 42nd infantry DIVISION band
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​Follow the 42nd Infantry Division Band on instagram here.
GROUNDED4LIFE
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​Grounded4Life is a young band of musicians from Staten Island, NY. The band is consisted of a group of friends who perform all over the Metropolitan area. They perform hits from the 60's to present day as well as their own original material.
Visit them on Apple Music or their facebook page here.
freepass
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​The cover band " Free Pass" plays all over the tri state area.
Playing a variety of Rock, Blues and Pop.
​Check out their website here and their facebook page here
midnight mischief
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Midnight Mischief is a rock band that spans all the decades from the 60's to current hits. Kelsey on vocals, James on keys and misc, Ed on lead guitar and vocals, Jamie on drums and Aileen on bass.
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Learn more at Midnight Mischief's website here or visit their facebook page.
the resist​ance
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The Resistance is a classic rock cover band based in Staten Island, New York.
Visit their facebook page here.
julia gargano
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Julia Gargano is an indie singer-songwriter from New York
​Visit Julia's facebook page here.
whiskey tango four
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Whiskey Tango Four is a Classic Rock cover band playing an eclectic mix of rock music from the 60's to today.
​Learn more on their YouTube channel or facebook page
airtite
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​Featuring Dennis Burns ,Vocals. Mike Cosmai, Keys,Guitar Harp, Vocals. Al Treadwell, Drums, Percussion. Steve Elias, Bass, Vocals. Ron Ferrara, Guitars, Tommy Sax,Sax,Catherine Cannizaro,trumpet, Airtite plays your favorite songs from the Beatles, Cream, Allman Bros, Badfinger, Foo Fighters, Maroon 5, Oasis, Joe Satriani, Guess Who, Doors, Stones, Steely Dan, Queen, Tom Petty, Doobie Bros, Jet, Bon Jovi, Moody Blues, The Eagles. Chicago, One Republic, and more.

Learn more on their website, or visit their facebook page here.
saints in the city
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Saints in the City is a tribute to the Boss, featuring a bunch of guys who love Springsteen.
Learn more on their website or visit their facebook page.
cause & the effects
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Cause and The Effects is an established live band dedicated to providing an incomparable musical entertainment experience for any occasion.
​Visit the band's website here or their facebook page.

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the black ties
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Visit The Black Ties facebook page here.
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joan caddell & the midnight choir
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​Joan Caddell & The Midnight Choir straddle the lines between several genres of music — unsurprising given that their front woman is equally comfortable tapping into both her right and left brain. Attorney by day, rock goddess by night, Joan knows a thing or two about breaking borders and bridging boundaries. Her band embodies a unique style best described as Americana pop rock with a little country on the side.  The original tunes and cover songs of Joan Caddell & The Midnight Choir range far and wide, but a common thread binds them all — a heartfelt invitation and a rousing call come together to make each performance a communal experience. The band's infectious energy and passionate playing style move audiences from the inside out, making honorary band members out of everyone by a show's end.

​Follow the band on twitter here.
- AND THANK YOU -
FOR SPENDING YOUR SUMMER SUNSETS WITH US!
CHECK BACK NEXT SUMMER FOR OUR 2020 LINEUP.

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