Gar Francis

Rank #3 Belvidere, NJ Americana / Rock / Blues

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Members: Lee Fink, Mike Caruso, Rocco Scavone,Gar Francis

Sounds Like: Tom Waits, Bob Dylan, David Bowie (Official), Joe Strummer, The Doughboys

Label: Bongo Boy Records

Manager: MoPromo Management

Bio: Gar Francis, born Gary T Venittelli was born and raised in North Plainfield, New Jersey.

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“Press Release Bordentown, NJ: Friday May 27, 2011 at 7:30pm the Record Collector’s doors will open to Gar Francis with his acoustic band in Bordentown NJ. Gar Francis, an award winning singer and a versatile songwriter brings to the stage a blend of music that not only solidifies the versatility of this musician from New Jersey, but also reminds us of the that good music and lyrics are still around today. He has produced work in several genres, including Blues, Americana & Folk, and Garage Rock. Francis' music career has spanned many solid years with a multitude of songs that have entertained audiences. His music has been placed in TV shows and movies. For fans who enjoy good music with an early 60s sound, the blues & rock, or good ol' fashioned Americana, then Francis' talents as a performer and songwriter would be sure to please. Tickets are available to the Record Collector by calling: (609)324-0880 ”

— MoPromo Staff Writer, Press Release - MoPromo Mgmt

“Gar Francis has one of his 60's garage rock songs in the new Jane Fonda movie Peace, Love, & Misunderstanding directed by Bruce Beresford. Mr Francis writes in a wide genre of music.(60’s Garage Rock, Pop/Rock, Blues, Americana, Folk and Country). An updated list of TV shows that have placed Mr. Francis' music: TURN YOUR LOVE ON ME - PEACE, LOVE,& MISUNDERSTANDING - JANE FONDA'S NEW MOVIE - Early 2011 MIDNIGHT IN ROME - RED BULL RAMPAGE 2010 MAYBE I'VE GONE CRAZY -KELLY KATONA REALITY SHOW, MTV UK & ESPN NASCAR NOW! April 2010 HEAR ME MOAN - PARIS TV SHE COMES IN COLORS - AMAZING WORLD, FLASH PRESS MEDIA A, GLAMOUR TV & FASHION TV CTV MAYBE I'VE GONE CRAZY - THE EMERIL SHOW & THE TRAVEL CHANNEL BLACK SHEEP - JET BLUE HEAR ME MOAN – SHORT FILM "FERMENTED" INDIE MOVIE FESTIVAL 2010 I'M NOT YOUR MAN - JET BLUE COME ON, COME ON - ESPN NASCAR NOW! June 2010 BLACK SHEEP - TONY DANZA TEACH A&E TV Channel October 2010 ”

— Staff Member, MoPromo Mgmt Co

“Born Gary Venittelli in Plainfield, New Jersey, Francis was recruited by the veteran garage band, Doughboys in 2005 to assume guitar responsibilities from founding member Willy Kirchofer, who sadly had passed away that year. Francis' earlier work with CBGBs staples, the Rockids had stood him in good stead with the Doughboys' rhythm and blues-inspired brand of garage rock and made him a very logical choice to help carry the band's legacy into the new millennium. Francis' expertise in that respect also provided the aesthetic impetus for his new solo single, Let's Have A Rockin' Christmas. As was the case with the Little Girls and their new Christmas single (released as the Hollyberries), Francis issued his new track under a pseudonym, Jackie Kringle And The Elves.”

— Michael McDowell, BLITZ MAGAZINE

“ “Let’s Have A Rockin Christmas” is produced by Gar Francis, whose unique 60’s style of writing and producing placed this single center stage on the Garage Rock music arenas. Gar delivers a great atmospheric envelope seasonal track that definitely will kick up some ruckus in the rock ‘n’ roll world. Francis certainly found a way to do something that's undeniably his own again. No doubt this resonates with Bongo Boy Records as they add this single to their collection. Engineered, mixed & mastered by dream team member Danny Caruso and recorded at the Penthouse in New Jersey. ”

— Staff Member, Bongo Boy Records

“Gar Francis wastes no time getting down to business and releases the next single "Ballerina Of The Bowery" on Bongo Boy Records. Through it all Gar Francis’ durable song craft and creative lyrics are woven through a Bo Diddley Beat on this new single. Resulted in a song, that with no wonder to us all, created a powerful La Femme Garage Rock tune. This has been unseen for quite some time. This gem “Ballerina Of The Bowery” immediately reveals her charms after just one spin. It is to nobody’s surprise that you will proudly wear this song as it sticks to your skin. You can easily see a whole New York street scene, as this Ballerina of the Bowery gets a hold of you with her daily dedicated passion for dance. It sets up a perfect movie scene! Get it today and hear what they are talking about, without it you don't know Diddley ! ”

— MoPromo Staff Member, MoPromo Mgmt Co

“GAR FRANCIS' MUSIC HAS BEEN PLACE ON THE TUBE AND IN THE AIR this year. Check out this list: MAYBE I'VE GONE CRAZY- KELLY KATONA REALITY SHOW, MTV UK, MAYBE I'VE GONE CRAZY- NASCAR NOW ESPN, SHE COMES IN COLORS- FASHION TV, CTV, HEAR ME MOAN- PARIS TV, SHE COMES IN COLORS- AMAZING WORLD, MAYBE I'VE GONE CRAZY- THE EMERIL SHOW, SHE COMES IN COLORS- FLASH PRESS, MEDIA A, MAYBE I'VE GONE CRAZY- THE TRAVEL CHANNEL, SHE COMES IN COLORS- GLAMOUR TV, BLACK SHEEP, I'M NOT YOUR MAN -JET BLUE New single written and produced by Gar Francis COME ON, COME ON- ESPN Nascar NOW! ”

— Monique Grimme, MoPromo Media

“The Easy Outs have teamed up with guitarist/songwriter Gar Francis for their latest single out on Bongo Boys Records. Come On, Come On is a collaboration between Francis and drummer/songwriter Kurt Reil from The Grip Weeds. With the good time Farfisa vibe of ? And The Mysterians, sing along choruses and solid simple playing, the tune tackles roots 1960s territory with traditional style and class. ”

— John Pfeiffer, Aquarian

“The Blues Report: CD Reviews - Guthrie Kennard "Matchbox ... Jun 13, 2010 ... Plainfield Slim is the alter ego of Gar Francis, guitarist, songwriter for ... To say that Gar Francis is simply an immense talent may be ”

— John Vermilyea (Blues Underground Network, The Blues Report

“Gar Francis backs up his bark with a promising bite with a new production of a single by The EASY OUTS “Come On, Come On” on Bongo Boy Records release date: June 22, 2010. “Come On, Come On” is a collaboration between songwriter/guitarist of the legendary 60’s Garage rock band The Doughboys, engineer and owner of House of Vibes Kurt Reil (Kurt is also drummer/singer and songwriter for the Grip Weeds) and the Jersey Shore rock band The Easy Outs. With Gar and Kurt behind the board and the powerful Easy Outs behind the glass they have come up with a rock & roll gem full of fun and punch. Born with a classic Rock & Roll voice Bruce Ferguson soars above a masterful bass line by Gage Rowley, and drummer Bernie Branz keeps the snares a blasting straight through. Accompanied by the high warm vocal harmonies of the Grip Weeds this is what makes a garage song a classic. It's not news to anyone that these guys rock.”

— Bongo Boy Records Mgmt Team, Bongo Boy Records

““You can’t plan the seamless melding on songs like “Black Sheep”,”Hear Me Moan”…. , ”

— Alan Bisbort, Hartford Advocate, CT

"Pure nitroglycerine…”Black Sheep” is what a street fight between The Pretty Things and The Stooges would sound like. It’s got hooks as sharp as switchblades, and it’ll cut you if you look at it funny.”

— Peter Lindblad, Goldmine Magazine

"The Doughboys play classic rock a la Kinks. The tinkle of the piano and saxophones on "Queen City" are fun to listen to. For more muscle listen to the awesome "I'm Not Your Man" and Gar Francis' hot guitar licks. ..now the melody is front and center. Very nice." ,

— Aaron Kupferberg, Powerpopaholic

“Every song is rock solid and the hooks are sharp. Brash and confident, they plow through tough, early Stones-style anthems “I’m Not Your Man,” “Break Out” and “Turn Your Love On Me” with sweaty energy. ”

— Peter Lindblad, Goldmine

“Whoa! I’m listening to “Carmalina” and I’m transported back to The Stones’ “Love in Vain,” or “Angie.” Listening to “Carmalina,” you get that feeling you get sometimes when listening to a new piece of music. The melody and lyrics sound so perfect, so instantly familiar, that it seems impossible that it didn’t exist before. I got that feeling several times while listening to and vibing out (you don’t wanna see me ‘vibe out,’ trust me) to Act Your Rage. But on “Queen City,” which is a barrelhouse, piano fueled rocker (ace keyboardist and long-time member of The Strawbs John Hawken lends his talent), they add a new dimension to their musical arsenal. Along with Ike Ejiochi on sax, and Taylor Mandel on trumpet, they create a boogie-woogie rock ’n’ roll number that’s Fats Domino-worthy! ”

— Phil Rainone, Jersey Beat

“This 21st century edition of the Doughboys is as '60s-obsessed on uptempo rockers like "I'm Not Your Man", and "Break Out" as it is on the disc's slower, moodier selections (such as "Carmalina" ) ”

— Alex Henderson, Alex Henderson

"Slim's better than good" "Possessing genuine chops as a singer,writer,guitarist on "Dresser Drawer" & "Another Mule In The Barn" he proves this album is more than just a day-tripper's lark"

— RA, Vintage Guitar Magazine

“Album of The Week in France Plainfield Slim & The Groundhawgs "When The Devil Hits Home"”

— Radio Baker Street, Radio Baker Street

"so you know theres always one thing in life that can give a person shives or goosebumps? I hear a really good song, I get goosebumps. I got goosebumps when I heard"Everything That's Close To You. The lyricks to the song really kick it into high gear"

— Just My Impression and Opinions, A Doughboy Fan- Album "Is It Now?"

“The Gar Francis Band will bring to their sets songs like Toms River, The Sun Will Never Go Down, Farnsworth Blues, Midnight in Rome and many more. ”

— MoPromo, www.nj.com NJ Band Page

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May 11

Albert Music Hall
Waretown, NJ, US | 6:00pm
Albert Music Hall
Waretown, NJ, US
Sat May 11 6:00pm
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Gar Francis returns to Albert Music Hall with his Acoustic band. Lee Fink, Mike Caruso, Rocco Scavone and Gar Francis. Albert Music Hall is a 350-seat concert hall. Admission for Saturday Evening Shows: $5 adults & $1 children, 11 and under Mailing Address: PCS, PO Box 657, Waretown, NJ 08758 Phone: 609.971.1593 The program features live stage presentations of bluegrass, country, and pinelands music. Sets change every 30 minutes. Typically, there are seven (7) music sets each Saturday night. Albert Music Hall is located at 131 Wells Mill Road (Rt. 532) Waretown, NJ. (1/4 mile west of the Route 9 traffic light) Exit 69 Garden State ParkWay
2012
Oct 28

Showtime Boutique
Belvidere, NJ, US | 2:00pm
Showtime Boutique
Belvidere, NJ, US
Sun Oct 28, 2012 2:00pm
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Gar Francis Band at SHOWTIME Sunday 2:00pm 2 sets Tickets are on sale now at joboutshowtime@aol.com This is an unique venue and a great place to see a live performance by the Gar Francis Band.
2012
Oct 27

cafe improv
Princeton, NJ, US | 6:30pm
cafe improv
Princeton, NJ, US
Sat Oct 27, 2012 6:30pm
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Bongo Boy Recording Artist Gar Francis and his band will be playing at the Thearte located at the Princeton University on Oct 27 starting at 7:40pm This is cool venue and not a coffee shop as the name may make you think. October 27th Princeton University Theatre, Princeton, NJ Cafe Improv in the Solley Theater 8:00pm Gar Francis Acoustic Band http://www.cafeimprov.com/
2012
Sep 29

Cafe Improv - Princeton…
Princeton, NJ, US | 8:00pm
Cafe Improv - Princeton Ar...
Princeton, NJ, US
Sat Sep 29, 2012 8:00pm
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Cafe Improv is located in Princeton and has hosted many Americana/Songwriters. They will also record this live performance for their TV show from the Solley Theater at The Princeton Arts Council's Paul Robeson Center located at the Princeton University campus, Princeton NJ and broadcast it on Princeton TV cable. http://www.princetontv.org/Home.html
2012
Sep 29

Cafe Improv - Princeton…
Princeton, NJ, US | 8:00pm
Cafe Improv - Princeton Ar...
Princeton, NJ, US
Sat Sep 29, 2012 8:00pm
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http://www.cafeimprov.com/ Paul Robeson Center for the Arts 7:00 to 10:00 PM 102 Witherspoon St, Princeton 08542-3204 20 Min. Sets From a Variety of Artists 6:50 - 7:00 pm Warmups, Florek/Michaels, Irvings w Bezek 7:00 - 7:20 Marybeth D’Amico - Singer-Songwriter 7:20 - 7:40 Carlos Francia - Argentinian Troubadour 7:40 - 8:00 Mike Agranoff - Folk Singer 8:00 - 8:05 Kathryn Weidener - Storyteller 8:05 - 8:25 Hunter Gray -- Folk-Rock Singer 8:25 - 8:45 John Scotch - Blues and More 8:45 - 9:05 Angela Sheik - Electro-Acoustic Folk Pop 9:05 - 9:25 Melissa Anthony - New Jersey Chanteuse 9:25 - 9:45 Ralph "Bud" Angelotti - Guitar & Vocals 9:45 - 10:00 Cafe Improv Surprise

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Justin Langston
Hello , I am wishing you only the best and here on Reverbnation too !!!!!! ♪♫♪♪ Justin Langston ♪♪♫♪
The Bixbys
Thanks for fan add. Nice songs, great production! Your tunes make for a movie soundtrack. Keep on in the New Year. Buck & Brandi.