Guitar Duel | Tommy Conwell, John Lilley and In the Pocket - New Hope, PA

In The Pocket: Essential Songs Of Philadelphia is gearing up for another world premiere of a classic song. This time it's the release of "Change Reaction" at World Cafe Live on March 13.

So buy your ticket and get ready for the next big event - watch these guys rock the house at the last ITP concert in New Hope!

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.