Chestnut Cabaret Encore 1988 - TCYR and The Hooters

#30Years #Rumble #TCYR
SATURDAY, JAN. 2 ,1988

In honor of the Philadelphia Eagles going to the Super Bowl …the most iconic musical Philly pairing ever!

A 25-minute encore set audio performance from Tommy Conwell and the Young Rumblers joined onstage by The Hooters at the Chestnut Cabaret--30 years ago this month!



With Eric Bazilian, Rob Hyman, David Uosikkinen and the rest of the Young Rumblers!

Songs:

• A cover of The Beatles’ “I’m Down” sung by Eric Bazilian
• Some blues with Tommy singing “Sweet Home Chicago” that then rolls into “Kansas City” – perfect!
• Both bands come back to the stage with a little reggae courtesy of Rob Hyman who covers Bob Marley’s “Stir It Up”
• Finishes with Tommy singing Chuck Berry’s "Reelin’ and Rockin’"—of course!

“I looked at my watch it was 10:07—Robby Hyman, let’s go to rock n roll heaven!” 

And in true rock n roll fashion, this amazing track also cuts off early.

Tommy Conwell's Young Rumblers - Live at Veterans Stadium 1986

Thirty years ago this month, Tommy Conwell's Young Rumblers (Tommy Conwell, Paul Slivka and Jim Hannum) perform in concert live via television simulcast on PRISM and WMMR radio from Veterans Stadium in Philadelphia on Labor Day, September 1, 1986. 

The event was also a celebration for PRISM's 10th Anniversary Birthday Bash! 

Included in the select video playlist is a pre-concert Tommy Conwell interview (with rehearsal footage) and interviews with Rob Hyman and Eric Bazilian of The Hooters before the concert. 

Setlist:

- Workout
- Tonight's the Night
- It's Your Life
- I'm Home
- Do You Still Believe in Me
- I'm Not Your Man
- Walkin' on the Water
- Roadside
- Million Pretty Girls
- Dig the Possibilities
- Yeah Yeah Daddy

| Encore |
- Demolition Derby
- I Knew the Bride When She Used to Rock and Roll 

 

In the Pocket - The Colonial Theatre | Phoenixville, PA

A couple of performances posted on YouTube of Tommy Conwell performing with the In the Pocket band Friday, January 11, 2013.

I'm Not Your Man

   

Workout
 

The night also featured the first live performance of In the Pocket's cover of "I Ain't Searchin'" as performed by Eric Bazilian. 

Looks like it was a great night!

In the Pocket - "You Can't Sit Down" Fan Video

Steve Acito's fan video compilation from In the Pocket's all-star Philly jam at World Cafe Live, celebrating the release of their new single, "You Can't Sit Down." 

 "The Dovells had a signature Philly sound. I remember hearing 'You Can't Sit Down' as a kid and thought it rocked," explains Uosikkinen. "When it came time to record it for In The Pocket, I knew the only guy who could pull this off with total command was Tommy Conwell. And he does not disappoint!"
                                                                    - David Uosikkinen

Musicians include David Uosikkinen, Graham Alexander, Eric Bazilian, Richard Bush, Tommy Conwell, Jay Davidson, Greg Davis, Rick DiFonzo, Jeffrey Gaines, Cliff Hillis, Rob Hyman and Jerry Blavat. 

New Video from In the Pocket - "You Can't Sit Down"

New video from In the Pocket: "You Can't Sit Down" featuring Jerry Blavat, members of @thehooters, Tommy Conwell and more at songsinthepocket.org. A portion of the proceeds benefits Settlement Music School.

Wow. The 80's. When DJ Caterina discovered the music of the Hooters as a youngster in Texas. And the Hooters introduced DJ Caterina to Tommy Conwell and the Young Rumblers. Worlds collide!
      Check out the video for the making of You Can't Sit Down and be sure to purchase the song on iTunes or Amazon!

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Courtesy of In The Pocket: Songs of Philadelphia

Featuring

David Uosikkinen - The Hooters - drums

With

Graham Alexander - Cast of 'Rain' on Broadway - bass

Eric Bazilian - The Hooters - guitar/vocals

Tommy Conwell - Tommy Conwell & the Young Rumblers - lead vocals/guitar

Jay Davidson - Steve Winwood, The Funk Brothers - sax/vocals

Rob Hyman - The Hooters - keyboards/vocals

And a special appearance by Jerry Blavat!

"The Dovells had a signature Philly sound. I remember hearing You Can't Sit Down as a kid and thought it rocked," explains Uosikkinen. "When it came time to record it for In The Pocket, I knew the only guy who could pull this off with total command was Tommy Conwell. And he does not disappoint!"

Celebrate the release of IN THE POCKET's new single, "You Can't Sit Down " with a rockin' party and an all-star Philly jam at WORLD CAFE LIVE on Tuesday, April 12th at 7pm.

To purchase tickets go to:

http://tickets.worldcafelive.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=3883

The jam at World Cafe Live includes players from all three songs, All My Mondays, Open My Eyes, and You Can't Sit Down. The band includes David Uosikkinen, Graham Alexander, Eric Bazilian, Richard Bush, Tommy Conwell, Jay Davidson, Greg Davis, Rick DiFonzo, Jeffrey Gaines, Cliff Hillis and Rob Hyman. Plus, a special appearance by Jerry Blavat, the heart and soul of Philadelphia's music scene for over 50 years.

And perhaps a few surprises!

"You Can't Sit Down" with Tommy Conwell, Hooters

Courtesy of the Philadelphia Enquirer:
Author: Michael Klein [3/6/2011]

Friday afternoon saw a gathering of Hooters and other rock-and-rollers at Elm Street Studio in Conshohocken to remake the Dovells' hit "You Can't Sit Down." Standing up for the creative process were Eric Bazilian, Graham Alexander (who plays Paul McCartney in Rain on Broadway), Rob Hyman, Tommy Conwell, David Uosikkinen, Jay Davidson, and Jerry Blavat (characteristically ad-libbing). The single, part of Uosikkinen's project known as In the Pocket: Essential Songs of Philadelphia, will be available for downloading next month at songsinthepocket.com. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Settlement Music Schools.

Interview with Rob Hyman, Eric Bazilian of The Hooters

A post-concert interview with Rob Hyman and Eric Bazilian of The Hooters in 1986.

Tommy Conwell and the Young Rumblers go onstage at Veteran's Stadium in Philadelphia for the PRISM 10th Anniversary Bash. Simulcast live on PRISM and WMMR.

1987 Philly Music Hall of Fame: The Hooters, Tommy Conwell

          Interviews of Eric Bazilian (with Rob Hyman) of The Hooters and Tommy Conwell at the Philadelphia Music Foundation's Hall of Fame, April 16, 1987. Mini-performance of "Rock Around the Clock" by The Hooters at end of segment.   
          The PMF inducted 10 music legends into its Hall of Fame: Marian Anderson, Pearl Bailey, Chubby Checker, John Coltrane, Dizzy Gillespie, Bill Haley, Mario Lanza, Bobby Rydell, Bessie Smith and Leopold Stokowski.