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Penny Knight Band

Rank #83 Schenectady, NY Rock / Lithuanian Funk / Fusion Gumbo

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Members: Penny Knight - Drums/Vox, Richard Parks - Guitars/Vox, Tony Jones - Bass/Vox, Bob "BTK" Boyer - Guitars/Vox, Tony "The Wease" Genevive - Drums/Vox

Bio: Genres: Rock / Lithuanian Funk / Swirling Fusion Gumbo (our favorite ... many thanks to music critic Donald Wilcock for that one).
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1983-1985: Popular Upstate NY cover band mixing in a few original tunes ...

2009-Present: Original music. We're older now and play less notes. It's better that ... See Full Bio

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YOUR OPINION: of us doing a "LIVE" in studio with 20-25 fans and having the whole mess broadcast so you can chat/watch on your Computer/TV?

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“(Nippertown.com - Blotto Records Reunion Show 07/17/2011 - Music Haven Stage, Central Park, Schenectady, NY) - The Penny Knight Band moved up into the headlining slot without a problem, kicking off their set with a tribute to the ailing Broadway Blotto as Knight wailed through a muscular rendition of his “Jump Start My Heart.” Bassist Tony Jones and guitarist Richard Parks – the other original members of the band and the main songwriters – kept the rockin’ hard and heavy. They even debuted a brand new song by guitarist Bob Boyer. And, yes, although Knight spent most of the show up front at the microphone, she did slide behind the drums for a rave-up finale on “Blue Angel.””

— Roger Houston, Nippertown.com

“(Daily Gazette - Blotto Records Reunion Show 07/17/2011) The Penny Knight Band members live in five different cities and reunited via websites, but they played the most unified and impressive set of the night. If Johnny Rabb and his Jailhouse Rockers looked like the guys Baby Boomers’ moms warned their daughters about, Knight’s crew could have been accountants at a rock fantasy camp. With Knight’s powerhouse voice at the center of their proud, loud, retro sound, they projected arena-rock muscle through crisp ensemble playing, electric might and songs built to blast. Everything went big, then sometimes bigger, even the ballad “You Put the Fire Back in My Heart” about love’s return. They hit with prog-rock complexity, but also big soulfulness, an impressive return to action by a band dormant for nearly three decades.”

— Michael Hochanadel, Daily Gazette

“Live: The Penny Knight Band @ Savannah’s,11/10/10 - Wow! Playing their first gig together in more than a quarter century – really, no foolin’ – the Penny Knight Band sounded as though they’ve never been away from the spotlight. The stand-out performance of the night was a rip through “Blue Angel,” with Knight dishing out powerhouse vocals, ala Heart’s Nancy Wilson, while guitarist Bob Boyer ripped up a squealing solo that culminated in a big, black cloud of feedback that filled the room and hovered in the air – until Knight slammed the band back into the song with expert timing. Catch ‘em while you can this weekend. But I’ll bet that you won’t have to wait another 25 years to hear them again. ”

— Greg Haymes, Nippertown Blog - www.nippertown.com

““Hello, Blue Angel? Still have our number? We’ve reconnected... Dial 767 for Rock ‘n’ Roll!” - Guys and gals of a certain age may still have this three digit phone extension running thru their heads. The band responsible for this, The Penny Knight Band, have returned after a short 25.8631 year break. With three of the original members returning — Penny Knight -percussion/vocals, Richard Parks – guitar/vocals, and Tony Jones – Bass/vocals — they’ve included guitarist Bob “Buck The Kid” Boyer (a member during the final days of the band in 1984) and Tony “The Wease” Genevive on drums to the lineup. ”

— Andrew Gregory, C.R.U.M.B.S. - Times Union Newspapers Blog

“Best Of 2010 - BEST COMEBACK: Lonesome Val @ The Linda in Albany (December 4). The former frontwoman for ’80s local favorites the Units/Fear of Strangers returned to the spotlight with former bandmate Todd Nelson on guitar for wonderfully open-hearted, slightly loopy set opening for the Crash Test Dummies. (Read review.) HONORABLE MENTION: The Penny Knight Band @ Savannah’s in Albany (November 10). If you didn’t already know, you’d never have guessed that it was their first show in 25 years. Now if Penny would just get behind the drums again… (Read review.) ”

— Greg Haymes, Nippertown.com Blog

“Some of My Favorite Things of 2010: Andy Gregory Shows that were enjoyed, some with an adult beverage or two: Matthew Carefully at Upbeat On The Roof, Tang Museum, July 16 SPAC Battle of the Bands, May 21 Ralph Renna’s Capital Underground Live w/the Ameros, Sentient Machine and Penny Knight Band reunion at Savannah’s, November 10 Tony Perrino Benefit at Jay’s Bar & Grille, November 14 Nightmare Before Christmas w/Blackcat Elliot, the BLiSTeRz and the Erotics at Savannah’s, December 17 ”

— Andy Gregory, Nippertown.com Blog

“Minister of Milks, featuring J...: If Bass sounds are like farts,then Tony Jones' farts smell different...butt in a good way! -Johnny Rock! Feb 14 ”

— Minister of Milks, reverbnation

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2012
May 10

The Bayou Cafes
Albany, NY, US | 6:00pm
The Bayou Cafes
Albany, NY, US
Thu May 10, 2012 6:00pm
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The Penny Knight Band will be performing with our longtime friends, The Big Idea. NOTE: THIS IS AN EARLY SHOW !!
2012
May 5

JB Scott's Reunion Show…
Cohoes, NY, US | 6:00pm
JB Scott's Reunion Show @...
Cohoes, NY, US
Sat May 05, 2012 6:00pm
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Remember J.B. Scott’s? The former kingpin of the Nippertown nightclub scene back in the early ’80s? As we previously announced, the former co-owners Doug Jacobs and Vinnie Birbiglia are organizing a 33 year anniversary J.B. Scott’s Reunion at Michael’s Banquet House in Latham at 6:00pm on Saturday, May 5. Also included is a large buffet. Advanced tickets $33.00 Door $40.00 check events page for all outlets. PO Box 3180, Saratoga Springs is available until April 25 for advance tickets. Don't miss out !!
2011
Jul 17

MUSIC HAVEN STAGE (Cent…
Schenectady, NY, US | 7:00pm
MUSIC HAVEN STAGE (Cent...
Schenectady, NY, US
Sun Jul 17, 2011 7:00pm
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BLOTTO RECORDS Reunion ! featuring BLOTTO!, The Sharks, Penny Knight Band, The Amazing Rob and Tom Band. A veritable BLOTTOPALOOZA! ...Times/Details to follow ...
2011
Jul 14

Dublins
Troy, NY, US | 7:00pm
Dublins
Troy, NY, US
Thu Jul 14, 2011 7:00pm
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8pm: Chris Busone (www.chrisbusone.com) / 9:45pm Penny Knight Band (www.pennyknightband.com)
2011
Jul 10

PKB SUMMER GIG WEEK (Ju…
Schenectady, NY, US | 8:00pm
PKB SUMMER GIG WEEK (J...
Schenectady, NY, US
Sun Jul 10, 2011 8:00pm
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MAKE NO VACATION PLANS! We will be returning for our 1st annual SUMMER GIG WEEK (July 10-17), playing gigs throughout he Cap Dist and ending the week with the BLOTTO RECORDS Reunion show in Central Park (See our other scheduled gigs). In the meantime ... check out some newly rescued vids and join our youtube channel at www.youtube/user/PennyKnightBand. TEHN "Like" us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/PennyKnightBand. THEN check out our webpage/Blog at www.pennyknightband.com. THEN, and only then, should you go feed the children and pets in your vicinity.

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Pépé jOë dObl.
Hello!!Thank you ,love your music!!!
Jeff "Dakota" Johnson
Great songs/music!! "Blue Angel" and "Jumpstart my heart" loved em...keep Rockin!! happy 2012
bikerbob
"Blue Angel"great number...have a great 2012..
bikerbob
Great music Rock on....
PROMIZE®
Awesome music on a pumpkin filled day!
Lakshmi
thanks so much for your kind words. they are very very much appreciated. we would absolutely love to share a stage with you!!! we're still in the early stages of our proj...