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3950 McKinley Parkway   Inside the Clarion Hotel Formerly the McKinley Park Inn
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3950 McKinley Parkway   Inside the Clarion Hotel Formerly the McKinley Park Inn
Buffalo and WNY's Number One Music and Dance Night Club
ELLICOTT MANOR
16 Ellicott Place
Depew, New York 14043
(716) 684-5404

A Family owned and operated restaurant serving the WNY area with pride since 1967.
THE IRISH ROSE
418 Main Street
Youngstown, NY
(716) 745-9938
The Irish Rose offers some of the finest and freshest high quality food.
GRIFFINS IRISH PUB
81 Abbott Rd

The Emerld on Abbott Road. The place to hang out with good friends in a great atmosphere.

TUDOR LOUNGE
335 Franklin St.
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THE SPORTSMAN
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located on Alleghany Rd. Sunset Bay NY/U.S.A.

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TAVERN
One of the best places to see live music in WNY.
MOHAWK PLACE
check out some of the  upcoming shows at the Mohawk Place.
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Innovative plays and musicals.
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Professional year round musical theatre company.
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An artistic palate even more exciting than the year before!
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World renowned performers in acoustically acclaimed  Kleinhans Music Hall.
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Allentown Art Festival
June 12th - 13th, 2010
Historic Allentown District
Attica  Rodeo
August 6- 8, 2010
53rd Annual Rodeo
Buffalo Irish Festival
August 27th - 28th, 2010
The Hamburg Fairgrounds

Buffalo River Fest
June 18th - 19th, 2010
Father Conway Park

Canalfest
July 15th - 25th, 2010
Erie Canal Banks, NT
Carly’s Crossing
August 15th, 2010
Gallagher Beach
Children First Festival
August 14th, 2010
Ellicottville, NY
Eden Corn Festival
August 5th- 8th, 2010
Route 62 Eden, NY

Elmwood Ave. Festival of the Arts
August 28th - 29th, 2010
Elmwood Ave.

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August 11th - 22nd, 2010
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32nd Annual Falling Leaves Festival
October 1st – 3rd, 2010
Friendship Festival
July 1st - 4th, 2010
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July 16th - 22nd, 2010
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Sept 3rd - 4th, 2010
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June 4th - 6th, 2010
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Salamanca, NY
Gus Macker Tournament
Jun 26th - 27th, 2010
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Historic Lewiston Jazz Festival
August 27th - 28th, 2010
Village of Lewiston
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July 15th - 18th, 2010
Hertel Ave. Buffalo
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June 13th - 20th, 2010
Martin Luther King Jr. Park
Kingdom Bound Christian Music Festival
August 1st - 4th, 2010
Darien Lake Theme Park
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August 14th - 15th, 2010
Church Street, Lewiston
Music is Art Festival
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National Buffalo Wing Festival
September 4th - 5th, 2010
Coca-Cola Park

Orleans County 4-H Fair
July 26th - 31st, 2010
Knowlesville, NY
Pirate Fest
JULY 24th - 25th, 2010
Evangola State Park
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Cheektowaga Town Park
Harlem Rd. Cheektowaga
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June 11th - 12th, 2010
Hamburg Fairgrounds
Rally in the Valley
August 27th - 29th, 2010
Bradner Stadium, Olean, NY
Ride for Rosewell
June 26th, 2010
Roycroft Summer Festival
June 26th - 27th, 2010
Roycroft Campus, East Aurora
Scottish Festival & Highland Games
August 21st, 2010
Amherst Museum
Shakespeare in Delaware Park
Delaware Park, Buffalo
Sterling Celtic Rock Festival
August 21st - 22nd, 2010
Sterling Renaissance Festival
July 3rd - Aug 15th, 2010
Sterling, NY
Summer Festival of the Arts
Jul 2nd - 4th, 2010

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Taste of Buffalo
July 10th - 11th, 2010
Delaware Ave and Niagara Square

Taste of Ellicottville
Aug 7th - 8th, 2010
Throughout the Villiage
Ellicottville, NY

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Lafayette Square
Main & Court St. Buffalo
Weekend on the Niagara
June 5th - 6th, 2010
Niawanda Park
Williamsville Old Home Days
July 13th - 17th, 2010
Quaker Arts Festival
TBA
Orchard Park Middle School
Queen of Heaven Carnival
July 9th-11th, 2010
West Seneca, NY

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Buffalo Music Hall of Fame Announces
Honorees for 27th Anniversary Induction Gala


The Buffalo Music Hall of Fame Class of 2010 will include the following:

  • JACK BLANCHARD & MISTY MORGAN: A performing duo who have been perennial country music favorites. They received the Billboard Magazine Country Duet of the Year, 1970 and were selected over other high-profile stars including Johnny and June Carter Cash. Their crossover hit, "Tennessee Bird Walk", topped the charts for weeks, they been made Lifetime Members of The Country Music Association and they have appeared on numerous national television shows.
  • RAY EVANS: The songwriter of such enduring standards as "Mona Lisa", "Silver Bells", "Que Sera, Sera", and "Buttons and Bows". Among his many achievements, he and his partner, Jay Livingston, received 3 Academy Awards for Best Song, and were nominated for 4 others.
  • JO ANN FALLETTA: Since stepping up to the podium as Music Director of the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra in the fall of 1999, Maestro Falletta has been credited with bringing the Philharmonic to a new level of national and international prominence. The JoAnn Falletta International Guitar Concerto Competition has brought international acclaim and attention to the classical guitar, the Buffalo region, and the BPO.
  • JESSIE GALANTE: With her first band, "Actor", she rapidly became the number one female singer in the region and was crowned the city's "First Lady of Rock". She is a prolific recording artist with a following in both the U.S. and Europe where her latest CD, SPITFIRE, is a major hit.
  • KATHY LYNN AND THE PLAYBOYS: Originated in WNY in 1963. Their recordings from '64 through '66 were local and regional hits, and received national airplay. Their recording deals included Motown Records as the first non-black artist released on that label.
  • EDDIE TICE: Is being inducted as a life-long promoter of concerts in the Buffalo area, first with Festival East Concerts & then with Harvey, Corky & Tice Productions. Fans of sellout performances of national and international acts at Rich Stadium or the Memorial Auditorium have Eddie Tice to thank for bringing these acts to Buffalo.
  • MARK WINSICK: As an energetic performer as a singer and guitarist as well as producer and song writer, Mark Winsick defines the Sound of Buffalo Blues. An award-winning blues guitarist, his guitar licks are equaled only by his searing vocals, especially during his popular live performances.

The Buffalo Music Hall of Fame was created for the cultural enhancement and enrichment of Buffalo and Western New York. Inductees have achieved success is the music industry on a national and often an international scale and are chosen by a formal nomination process. Nominees are rated in several different categories including longevity in Western New York, community service in music, and musical versatility.

Bob Silvestri, Chair of the Nominations Committee of the BMHOF notes: "This year's Induction gives us the opportunity to reach back and honor some long-time performers as well as to enjoy the workings of some of our great contemporaries." Greg Hennessey, Chair of the Gala observes: "It's a real array of Classical, Show Tunes, Country & Western, Old and New Rock, and Blues performances - and a great Hall of Fame Induction.

Members of the Buffalo Music Hall of Fame from previous induction classes will be in attendance to honor and induct the Class of 2010 on October 7th 2010 at The Tralf Music Hall. Food and refreshments will be available through the Tralf facilities. Tickets are $20 at all Ticketmaster locations; charge by phone 852-5000, or through the Tralf Box office.

The Board of Trustees of the Buffalo Music Hall of Fame is seeking new members and those interested in sponsorship opportunities. Those interested in supporting membership or board membership should contact Rick Mathews 716-400-8934 or email at: info@bmhof.org.

 


CONCERT REVIEWS
By Bob Silvestri

Squeeze
-Bear's Den-Seneca-Niagara Casino-
- Niagara Falls, NY - 8-7-10 -

Concert Review - By Bob Silvestri
bobsilvestri@bestofwny.com

     If you were to make a list of the greatest writing duos of rock music the list would obviously start with Lennon and McCartney. Next perhaps are Mick and Keith and my third choice would have to be Chris Difford and Glenn Tilbrook of Squeeze. They have crafted some of the most indelible songs of all time. On August 7th, 2010 we were treated to a ninety minute set of those classic Squeeze songs. The band is out on the road promoting their latest release Spot the Difference which was released five days prior. The nearly full house was on their feet from the opening number the galloping "Take Me I'm Yours" that was followed by "Annie Get Your Gun". One of their biggest hits "Black Coffee in Bed" came next and was met with thunderous applause at the beginning and conclusion of the song. A very bluesy and sublime "When the Hangover Strikes" followed and may have been the highlight of the evening. They continued their onslaught of pop masterpieces with "Goodbye Girl", "If I Didn't Love You" and "Cool for Cats".
     Front man Tilbrook handles most of the vocals and guitar solos while Difford sings background and plays rhythm guitar longtime bassist John Bentley along with drummer Simon Hanson and keyboardist Stephen Large round out this current incarnation of the band. The warm receptive crowd seemed to spur on the band that engaged the crowd with anecdotes between songs and genuinely seemed to be having fun. They wrapped up the set with two more fan favorites "Slap and Tickle" and their biggest hit "Tempted" before returning for a two song encore consisting of "Another Nail in my Heart" and the pop gem "Pulling Mussels From The Shell".
     Another thrilling show at the intimate Bear's Den which is quickly gaining a reputation as one of the premier venues to see a show. For more upcoming shows there go to www.senecaniagaracasino.com

John Hiatt
-Bear's Den-Seneca-Niagara Casino-
- Niagara Falls, NY - 7-19-10-

Concert Review - By Bob Silvestri
bobsilvestri@bestofwny.com

     If there were any justice in the world John Hiatt would be a household name and not the no talents that dominate the charts and radio. After all he has written some of the most memorable songs and monster hits for artists Bonnie Raitt , Buddy Guy, Jeff Healy, Eric Clapton and B.B. King to name but a few. On the other hand if he was a megastar we would no longer be able to see him perform in intimate venues as he did at the Bear's Den at the Seneca-Niagara Casino in Niagara Falls, NY on July 19th, 2010.
     The not quite full house was treated to an exhilarating ninety minute show from one of music's greatest songwriters. Besides being a great songwriter and musician Hiatt engages in some witty repartee with his audience. Commenting about the intimate venue he said he felt like he was giving everyone a lap dance and that we "could see his love handles, well actually my fat bags". On purchasing his latest CD commented about the lack of retail record stores selling it mentioned you can find it and buy it on line "or you can probably find it for free". That line was of course delivered with a raised eyebrow.
     But the music is what we came for and Hiatt and his band Doug Lancio on guitar, Patrick O'Hearn on bass and drummer Ken Blevins delivered in spades. Kicking off with a beautiful run thru of "Drive South" followed by "Perfectly Good Guitar" and "Crossing Muddy Waters" you knew this would be a memorable night. A couple of tracks, "My Baby" and the title cut from Hiatt's latest release The Open Road meshed seamlessly with the older material. "The Tiki Bar is Open" had all the band members taking turns soloing and was met with thunderous applause at the song's conclusion. Hiatt delivered an astonishing version of his modern blues classic "Feels Like Rain" that was worth the price of admission alone. Other highlights included "Thing Called Love", "Memphis in the Meantime" and "Tennessee Plates". Hiatt returned for an encore and again brought down the house with a tender "Have a Little Faith in Me" and a swampy "Ridin' with The King". For more upcoming shows at the Seneca-Niagara Casino go to www.senecaniagaracasino.com

Todd Rundgren
-The Tralf-Buffalo, NY- 7-15-10-

Concert Review - By Bob Silvestri
bobsilvestri@bestofwny.com

     Never let it be said that Todd Rundgren panders to his audience. His performance at The Tralf on July 15th, 2010 was billed as Todd Rundgren's Johnson, a tribute to blues legend Robert Johnson and the blues, which is also the title of his forthcoming album. It seemed some in the crowd were expecting a greatest radio hits show as the repeated shout outs for the hit songs was met with silence from the artist. Instead what we got was a blistering set of those Johnson and other blues classics along with some more obscure Rundgren material all done in the British blues style of the 60's and 70's. Rundgren is an outstanding musician and his band, Jessie Gress on guitar, Kasim Sultan on bass and Prairie Prince on drums is equally adept.
     Kicking off the night with Elmore James' "Dust My Broom" followed by "Stop Breaking Down Blues" the band set the tone for the evening. The nearly two hour set was punctuated by blues classics "Walking Blues", "Love In Vain" and "Come On Into My Kitchen" among others but the band really seemed to dig into the Rundgren oeuvre with a vengeance notably on "Black Maria", "Mystified/Broke Down and Busted" and "#1 Lowest Common Denominator". They closed the set with "Crossroad Blues" before returning for an encore where Rundgren threw a bone to the crowd and played "I Saw the Light" before dipping back to the blues with fierce renditions of "Tiny Demons" and "Boogies (Hamburger Hell)".
     Except for the sweltering heat in the club (the air conditioning and fans were on full blast) that even had Rundgren requesting a fan for the stage and a few patrons hitting the floor from the heat the show was one of the best so far this summer concert season. For more upcoming shows at The Tralf go to www.tralfmusichall.com

Vans Warped Tour
-D.L.P.A.C.-
- Darien Lake, NY - 7-14-10-

Concert Review - By Bob Silvestri
bobsilvestri@bestofwny.com

     It's hard to believe that the Vans Warped Tour has been rolling along for the past sixteen years. Its humble origins of a few established bands and a host of upcoming artists has turned into a rock and roll circus complete with a tent city, skate park and upwards of sixty bands and more all for a mere thirty bucks. Sure some corporate greed (AKA sponsors) has crept in and maybe the tour has lost some of its snotty punk sneer as more pop and emo bands are prevalent on the bill but overall the Vans Warped Tour is still for me and many others the highlight of the summer concert schedule.
     This years Vans Warped Tour hit DLPAC in Darien Lake, NY on July 14th, 2010 with a very large crowd enjoying the incredibly hot day. The day got off to a bad start as long lines at the gates and an hour earlier than listed start time caused us to miss half of ska masters Reel Big Fish's set. Things got better as the day went along with good sets from Rev. Paytons Big Damn Band, the Rochester outfit Polar Bear Club, Artists Vs Poets, Ace Enders, Mike Posner, Sum 41 and a blistering set in the hot midday sun from Of Mice and Men. A couple of girl fronted bands stole the spotlight with sets that equaled or surpassed those from the testosterone laden sets that most of the boys performed. First among those were a brilliant set from Gossip Girl television star Taylor Momsen and her band The Pretty Reckless. Channeling Edie Sedgwick and Cherie Currie, Momsen and her band's thirty minute set featured some fine rock songs and proves Momsen's real talent lays in music not television. This is not a side project from some vapid wannabe rock star; truth is The Pretty Reckless played a kick ass set. Automatic Love Letter fronted by Juliet Simms also put on an impressive set of well penned rock songs heavily influenced by Paramore's Haley Williams. Versaemerge with front woman Sierra Kusterbeck played a solid late day set that was greeted by a rather indifferent crowd. Maybe the long hot day finally caught up with a crowd that seemed tired and glad to finally sit down in the shade.
     Andrew W.K. had the party rolling with his return to the Warped Tour after a seven year absence. His pulse pounding set got the crowd surfing and moshing and brought an energy lacking from many of the other acts. After his set he stayed in his merch tent for over three hours signing autographs and posing for photos to the delight of his many fans. Of course the elephant in the room all day was the highly anticipated set from local boys Every Time I Die who were on the headline stage. When they took the stage around 5:30 PM it appeared every single person at Warped Tour was in front of the stage shouting every lyric and forming a huge circle mosh. It seems Every Time I Die is headed for the stratosphere. That sneering punk ethos that seemed lost came thru with sets from The Casualties who formed in 1990 long before the tour was born and are still rocking today in the style of the Sex Pistols and The Clash. Props of the day go to All-American Rejects for their great set and front man Tyson Ritter's seething attack on the corporate VIP tent. Nothing like biting the hand that feeds you. Well done Tyson!
     The low points seem to be the redundancy of some of the bands. At times if you closed your eyes you couldn't distinguish between when one band's set ended and the next one's began as all follow an emo or scream-o template to their music. Not that these guys aren't talented just no originality. And of course no Darien Lake show would be complete with out the Goon Squad (Darien Lake's security team) being their usual dickhead self's. Photographers including yours truly were told by the Goon Squad that the main amphitheater photo pit and backstage press tent was closed from 6:00PM with more than three hours left in the show. Others were kicked out after one song not the three allowed by Warped Tour credentials or they were refused admission to the photo pit even with credentials. Again this has nothing to do with the fine folks who run the Vans Warped Tour just the idiots running Darien Lake. Kudos to the entire Vans Warped Tour crew including but not limited to tour producer Kevin Lyman, Bari Lieberman and Libby Coffey at MSO for all their help with credentials and for once again putting together a great show. For more information about the bands and the Vans Warped Tour go to www.vanswarpedtour.com


BOOK REVIEWS
By Bob Silvestri

We have been catching up on our reading here at Best of WNY.com. Here are some recent local and national books we have checked out.
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Remembering Old Buffalo
-The Glory Years in Western New York-
By Joseph H. Radder
Sadly Joseph H. Radder passed away shortly after publication of this book.

Book Review - By Bob Silvestri
bobsilvestri@bestofwny.com

Before his passing, Joseph Radder was a well known writer for many local publications including writing numerous OP-Ed pieces for the Buffalo News. His book, Remembering Old Buffalo-The Glory Years in Western New York, is his nostalgic recollections of the Queen City and his days growing up in WNY. Each chapter breezes by like listening to an older family member reminisce. While some of his personal stories and facts may be a little embellished, Radder himself says in the book some of his dates etc may be a little fuzzy (He was 88 when he wrote the book.) they are still delightful stories. The book is filled with tales of Crystal Beach, Downtown's boom days, local music, local culinary delights and other nostalgia. The book is chocked full of pictures, anecdotes and facts about Buffalo. The book is a nice read for those who remember those times and for those who want to catch up on their Queen City history. You can order the book on line by going to www.buffalobooks.com

The Fine Art of Capturing Buffalo-
By Mark D. Donnelly

Book Review - By Bob Silvestri
bobsilvestri@bestofwny.com

The Fine Art of Capturing Buffalo is a captivating look at our beloved city all seen thru the lens of award winning local photographer Mark Donnelly. Compiled over five years the book offers a unique perspective of the beauty and cultural events that make Buffalo truly distinct. The book explores thru Donnelly's great photos the neighborhoods, parks, waterfront and other touchstones around town. In addition you can always look at the photos for those familiar faces of family and friends. I know I found a few faces I recognized. The photos all have brief descriptive notes, historical information and the perspective of the author. You can purchase The Fine Art of Capturing Buffalo by going to www.buffaloheritage.com

Frozen Assets
-The Beautiful Truth About Western New York's Fourth Season-
By Mark D. Donnelly

Book Review - By Bob Silvestri
bobsilvestri@bestofwny.com

The second book from Donnelly's series captures the area's grandeur during winter. Thru Donnelly's lens the area comes alive with beauty and warmth in the dead of winter. Passages about wind chill index, snow days, the ice boom and six pack blizzards add to the photos and give it a unique Western New York perspective about how we deal with winter. The books also come with an individually sold calendar that features Donnelly's stunning photos from both of his books. You can purchase Frozen Assets-The Beautiful Truth About Western New York's Fourth Season by going to www.buffaloheritage.com

AUDieu
-Buffalo Says Goodbye to The Aud-
By Suzanne K. Taylor

Book Review - By Bob Silvestri
bobsilvestri@bestofwny.com

This is the ultimate book about Buffalo's beloved Memorial Auditorium. It is crammed with historic photos, text and information about the Aud from its groundbreaking in 1938 to its date with the wrecking ball in 2009 and touches on many of the building's uses from concerts to hockey to basketball and more. Everyone has their favorite Aud moment from Elvis to "Mayday!" and most are offered in a historical timeline for quick reference in the book. Taylor also captures the Aud's date with destiny and had unlimited access to the inside during the demolition. I spent a lot of time in that old building and will be savoring every detail in this book with a twinge of sadness. There is also a separately sold calendar featuring Taylor's photos from the book. This book keeps her memory alive. You can purchase AUDieu-Buffalo Says Goodbye to The Aud by going to www.buffaloheritage.com

Buffalo Heads
Media Study, Media Practice, Media Pioneers, 1973-1990
Edited by Woody Vasulka and Peter Weibel

Book Review - By Bob Silvestri
bobsilvestri@bestofwny.com

This epic tome chronicles the impact of the Department of Media study at the SUNY @ Buffalo campus during the 70's and thru the 90's. The program was a fertile breeding ground for an assortment of now legendary avant-garde filmmakers and artists. Faculty members Gerald O'Grady, Hollis Frampton, Paul Saharits, Woody Vasulka, Steina, Tony Conrad, James Blue and Peter Weibel are featured in the book with stunning reproductions of their art, interviews with the artists and plenty of photos spread out over eight hundred pages. Buffalo Heads is a great tribute to some true visionary artists. The book is available from MIT Press at http://mitpress.mit.edu/main/home/default.asp

"Then Perreault Said to Rico…"
-The Best Buffalo Sabres Stories Ever Told-
By Paul Wieland

Book Review - By Bob Silvestri
bobsilvestri@bestofwny.com

With the recent demise of the beloved Memorial Auditorium this book is essential reading for Sabres fans about the birth of the franchise thru the glory years, the dismal failures both on and off the ice and the move to HSBC Arena told with humor, humility and a passion for hockey that has excited the WNY community for forty years. Wieland who worked for the Sabres in various capacities for twenty five years offers a unique fly on the wall perspective from himself and former players that is fabulous reading. Some stories are familiar others legendary others tales of yore. Chapters on The French Connection, Tim Horton, various coaches and the legend of Taro Tsujimoto plus many on and off ice highlights and hijinks are told from Wieland's or Sabres player's interviews. The book also comes with an audio CD of some of those player interviews. You can go to www.triumphbooks.com for more information.

Buffalo Home of the Braves-
By Tim Wendel

Book Review - By Bob Silvestri
bobsilvestri@bestofwny.com

Tim Wendel has put together the ultimate book to celebrate the history of the Buffalo Braves. Wendel who grew up in Lockport and now resides in Virginia worked at the old Courier Express newspaper and spent many a night watching the Braves. He has compiled a year by year account of the team's eight year stay in Buffalo with personal recollections and interviews with ex players along with artifacts, memorabilia and photos from legendary sports and Braves team photographer Robert L. Smith. But the highlight here is the reprinted excerpts from the late Courier Express sports writer Phil Ranallo and his "What's New, Harry?" column that appeared in the paper. All the memories come flooding back from those days and you realize the Braves were at one time one of the three best teams in the league and a championship contender. Randy Smith, Bob McAdoo, Ernie D, Bob Kauffman and Coach Jack Ramsey were all Star and MVP quality players and Ramsey one of the best coaches ever in the game. Lots of could a, should a, would a over the years about losing the team but the NBA game has changed dramatically and lost its innocence from the Braves glory days. You can get more information about the book at www.sunbearpress.com

The Birth of the New NFL
-How the 1966 NFL/AFL Merger Transformed Pro Football-
By Larry Felser

Book Review - By Bob Silvestri
bobsilvestri@bestofwny.com

With all the drama and back stabbing of a Hollywood movie Larry Felser tells the story of the build up to the merger of the upstart AFL with the established NFL and the rivalry and animosity between the owners of both leagues. Felser, sportswriter emeritus with the Buffalo News and long one of the most respected writers in the nation, was on the beat covering the Bills during this time and has some interesting first hand antidotes to share. In 1966 the owners of both leagues agreed to play each other in what came to be called the Super Bowl and for a full scale merger for the 1970 season. Felser's account of the behind closed doors cloak and dagger affairs are buttressed by interviews with the movers and shakers themselves including owners Art Modell, Dan Rooney, Lamar Hunt and Al Davis along with players Jack Kemp, Gene Upshaw and others. Through it all the bottom line came down to money. Triggered by the free agent signing of Pete Gogolak by the New York Giants from our Buffalo Bills the owners of both leagues realized an escalating free agent bidding war for players would only cause both leagues to go bankrupt. The decisions of these men changed the face of pro football forever. To find out more information go to www.lyonspress.com

Remember the AFL
-The Ultimate Fan's Guide to the American Football League-
By Dave Steidel

Book Review - By Bob Silvestri
bobsilvestri@bestofwny.com

Remember the AFL-The Ultimate Fan's Guide to the American Football League offers a comprehensive year by year synopsis of the renegade AFL. Author Dave Steidel profiles each team including our beloved Buffalo Bills from the league's inception in 1960 thru the merger with the NFL in 1969. Rare action photos, statistics and trivia along with numerous photos of football cards from that era compliment this book. Sure to be a hit with fans of the old AFL or any football fan for that matter. Check it out at www.clerisypress.com

Bert Sugar's Baseball Hall of Fame:
A Living History of America's Greatest Game-
By Bert Randolph Sugar

Book Review - By Bob Silvestri
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Just a short trip down the NYS Thruway, the Baseball Hall of Fame stands as a testament to America's pastime. If you have never traversed its hallowed grounds Burt Sugar's Baseball Hall of Fame: A Living History of America's Greatest Game the new book from legendary sports writer Burt Sugar will transport you there. The book is crammed with page after page of photos of the Hall's exhibits and collection of artifacts along with Sugar's signature prose. Also featured in the book are photos of each individual inducted player's plaque from the Hall of Fame Gallery which honors baseballs greatest legends. Truly a book for baseball fans young and old. Check out www.runningpress.com for more information.

It Shined
-The Saga of the Ozark Mountain Daredevils-
By Michael Supe Granda

Book Review - By Bob Silvestri
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I've always had a soft spot in my heart for the music of the Ozark Mountain Daredevils purveyors of the hits "If You Wanna Get To Heaven", "Chicken Train" and "Jackie Blue". I remember seeing them on the bill with the Doobie Brothers and Chicago for a show at then Rich Stadium way back in 1974 during my teenage days. I'll spare you the details of that day but needless to say I became a fan for life. So it was with great curiosity when this book came out to see what had become of the band. Written by original band member and founder Michael Supe Granda it tells the story of their forming in Missouri thru their halcyon days and finally the break up of the band. Granda's recollections and breezy style make for an easy read. He admits that the band caused a lot of their own problems as living the good life of partying and dining high style left little time for writing new material, sound checks, rehearsals and radio and TV interviews. A widening chasm between the band and the record company over the direction of the music along with the normal internal band combustion added more fuel to the fire. Their music is still a daily staple of Classic Rock radio. You can check out more about the band by going to www.ozarkdaredevils.com or www.supeline.com

Lowside of the Road
-A Life of Tom Waits-
By Barney Hoskyns

Book Review - By Bob Silvestri
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Tom Waits is one of the most enigmatic performers of all time. This compelling new biography by noted British music journalist Barney Hoskyns titled The Lowside of the Road-A Life of Tom Waits delves into the mysterious Waits with aplomb. Waits is probably best known for his songs covered by other artists including Bruce Springsteen, Rod Stewart and the Eagles. He is also a masterful performer is his own right and has released over twenty albums and has appeared in dozens of major motion pictures since coming onto the scene in the 1970's. A closely guarded private individual Waits conducted personal interviews with Hoskyns for the book and gave access to those close to his inner circle that makes for some compelling insights into this mythical artist. Check out www.broadwaybooks.com for more information.

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