Monday, August 30, 2010
Thursday, August 5, 2010
Lucky 13 back at Grounds & Sounds....and then there were two
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Lesle Worman at Sonic Underground
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Setauket, NY…. Friday, September 10, 2010... How does a band that has achieved national recognition, radio play and sales success in its first year handle the departure of a core member?
Lucky 13, the CD, created a ground swell when it hit national radio in late 2008, with three unique women, three bodies of work, and one harmonizing sound. It was supposed to be a one-time celebratory Sonic Underground CD release for the label’s 13th anniversary. Co-founder, band member and Three Village resident Marci Geller said, “There was such a great response every time we performed together, we thought why not follow the signs and become a group? And so we did, under the same name.”
Then one of the trio members, Susan DeVita, realized touring and single parenthood weren’t working. “Losing a vital member to the group made us question what the future would hold,” explains remaining members Geller & Huntington resident Cathy Kreger.
Initially the group reached out to legendary vocalist Diane Garisto for recommendations. Garisto saw how quickly the first show was coming up and offered to sit in with the successful trio. After six months of navigating logistical and scheduling conflicts, Geller and Kreger officially announced in August of 2010 that they were moving forward as a duo. “The one thing that has remained constant is the joining of our voices, the music and the mission shared between Cathy and me,” affirms Geller. “So why reinvent the wheel? Our destiny has been staring us in the face for a long time and now that we've regrouped and refocused, we feel more passionate than ever before.”
In the short time they have been together, Lucky 13 has garnered airplay and in-studios at radio stations across the Northeast including: WFUV, WSHU, WPKN, WUSB, WOR, WHUD, WLIU to name a few. They were a featured performer on the Fox Morning Show, WLNY TV and a feature article in the New York Times sang their praises. They recently taped an episode for the popular web series After Dinner and have opened for such notables as James Maddock, Vance Gilbert, John Flynn, Jack Hardy & KJ Denhert.
Their chemistry is really kind of magical,” -John Platt, WFUV 90.7 FM
The future is looking bright for this dynamic duo of passionate, talented women. Audiences agree, they have never sounded better. “I think it feels better too,” adds Kreger. “The new ease comes across and we love that our audience stuck with us.” You can catch them at Grounds & Sounds Coffeehouse on Friday, September 10th. If you haven’t heard of Lucky 13 yet, get ready, nothing is slowing these women down anytime soon.
Grounds & Sounds Coffeehouse is located in the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Stony Brook, 380 Nicolls Rd., Setauket, NY 11733. Open mic at 8pm, concert at 8:45pm. Tickets $12.50. For more information www.Lucky13.fm or www.groundsandsounds.org
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Please include in your calendar listings: Friday, September 10, 2010, National touring act and Long Island favorites Lucky 13 featuring Marci Geller & Cathy Kreger in concert at Grounds & Sounds Coffeehouse. $12.50 for tickets. Open mic at 8pm-doors open at 7:30pm. Concert at 8:45pm. For more information: www.groundsandsounds.org or www.Lucky13.fm
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Wednesday, July 7, 2010
Rolling with the changes… How a successful national touring band turned a twist into an asset.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Lesle Worman at Sonic Underground
DIGITAL PHOTOS AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST Phone: 631-689-7992 Fax: 631-387-9931E-mail: mail@sonicunderground.com
3 Women • 3 Lives • 13 Stories
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Stafford Springs, CT…. Sunday, July 25, 2010... How does a band that has achieved national recognition, radio play and sales success in its first year handle the departure of a core member?
Lucky 13, the CD, created a ground swell when it hit national radio in late 2008, with three unique women, three bodies of work, and one harmonizing sound. It was supposed to be a one-time celebratory Sonic Underground CD release for the label’s 13th anniversary. Co-founder, band member Marci Geller said, “There was such a great response every time we performed together, we thought why not follow the signs and become a group? And so we did, under the same name.”
Then one of the trio members, Susan DeVita, realized touring and single parenthood weren’t working. “Losing a vital member to the group made us question what the future would hold,” explains remaining members Geller & CT native Cathy Kreger.
The group reached out to legendary vocalist Diane Garisto for recommendations. Garisto saw how quickly the first show was coming up and offered to sit in with the successful trio. “As soon as we performed the first song of that first show together, we knew we’d found a new magic.” shares Geller. Garisto’s presence set the musicians on a trajectory that the band had hoped for, but hadn’t imagined would happen so quickly. Garisto joins the project with a healthy resume that includes singing on Saturday Night Live, The David Letterman Show, albums for Paul Simon and Billy Joel, and touring with Steely Dan and the legendary Laura Nyro.
In the short t
ime the trio has been together, Lucky 13 has garnered airplay and in-studios at radio stations across the Northeast including: WFUV, WSHU, WPKN, WUSB, WOR, WHUD, WLIU to name a few. They were a featured performer on the Fox Morning Show, WLNY TV and a feature article in the New York Times sang their praises. They recently taped an episode for the popular web series After Dinner and have opened for such notables as Vance Gilbert, John Flynn, Jack Hardy & KJ Denhert.After Dinner Shoot. Photo Credit Robert Berkowitz,
L-R, Tom Romeo, Diane Garisto, Marci Geller & Cathy Kreger
The future is looking bright for this trio of feisty, talented women. Audiences agree, they have never sounded better. “I think it feels better too,” adds Kreger. “The new ease comes across and we love that our audience stuck with us.” You can catch them at Stafford Art Commission “Concerts in the Park” on Sunday, July 25th. If you haven’t heard of Lucky 13 yet, get ready, nothing is slowing these women down anytime soon.
Stafford Art Commission “Concerts in the Park” is located at Heritage Park, Stafford Springs, CT. Concert at 6pm. All Ages, Free admission. For more information www.Lucky13.fm or www.staffordct.org
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Please include in your calendar listings: Sunday, July 25, 2010, National touring act and Long Island favorites Lucky 13 featuring Marci Geller, Cathy Kreger & Diane Garisto in concert at Stafford Art Commission “Concerts in the Park”. Free admission. Concert at 6:00pm. For more information: www.staffordct.org or www.Lucky13.fm
Wednesday, June 16, 2010
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
Lucky 13 back in Maine-Slates hosts the Dynamic Trio!
3 Women • 3 Lives • 13 Stories
Complicated? Not anymore...How a successful national touring band turned a twist into an asset.
Hallowell, ME…. Monday, May 3rd, 2010... How does a band that has achieved national recognition, radio play and sales success in its first year handle the departure of a core member?
Lucky 13, the CD, created a ground swell when it hit national radio in late 2008, with three unique women, three bodies of work, and one harmonizing sound. It was supposed to be a one-time celebratory Sonic Underground CD release for the label’s 13th anniversary. Co-founder and band member Marci Geller said, “There was such a great response every time we performed together, we thought why not follow the signs and become a group?” “And so we did, under the same name.”
Then one of the trio members, Susan DeVita, realized touring and single parenthood weren’t working. “Losing a vital member to the group made us question what the future would hold,” explains remaining members Geller & Maine favorite Cathy Kreger.
The group reached out to legendary vocalist Diane Garisto for recommendations. Garisto saw how quickly the first show was coming up and offered to sit in for the successful trio. “As soon as we performed the first song of that first show together, we knew we found a new magic.” shares Geller. Garisto’s presence set the band on a trajectory that the band had hoped for, but hadn’t imagined so quickly. Garisto joins the project with a healthy resume that includes singing on Saturday Night Live, The David Letterman Show, albums for Paul Simon and Billy Joel and touring with Steely Dan and the legendary Laura Nyro.
In the short time the trio has been together, Lucky 13 has garnered airplay and in-studios at radio stations across the Northeast including: WFUV, WSHU, WPKN, WUSB, WOR, WHUD, WLIU to name a few. They were a featured performer on the Fox Morning Show, WLNY TV and a feature article in the New York Times sang their praises. They have opened for such notables as Vance Gilbert, John Flynn, Jack Hardy & KJ Denhert.
Their chemistry is really kind of magical,” -John Platt, WFUV 90.7 FM
The future is looking bright for this trio of feisty, talented women. Audiences agree, they have never sounded better. “I think it feels better too,” adds Kreger. “The new ease comes across and we love that our audience stuck with us” You can catch them at Slates Restaurant on May 3rd. If you haven’t heard of Lucky 13 yet, strap in, nothing is slowing these women down anytime soon.
Slates Restaurant is located at 167 Water St, Hallowell, ME 04347.
(207) 622-9575. Show time is 8:15pm. Tickets $20.00. For more information www.Lucky13.fm or www.slatesrestaurant.com
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Please include in your calendar listings: Monday, May 3, 2010 8:15pm, National touring act and Maine favorites, Lucky 13 featuring Marci Geller, Cathy Kreger & Diane Garisto in concert at Slates Restaurant. call (207) 622-9575 or by Internet www.slatesrestaurant.com or www.Lucky13.fm
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Friday, March 26, 2010
Wednesday, March 17, 2010
3 Women • 3 Lives • 13 Stories Lucky 13 opens for Vance Gilbert again-this time at the famous Katherine Hepburn Cultural Center!
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Lesle Worman at Sonic Underground
DIGITAL PHOTOS AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST Phone: 631-689-7992 Fax: 631-387-9931E-mail: mail@sonicunderground.com
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Old Saybrook, CT…. Saturday, April 3, 2010... By now the name Lucky 13 sounds familiar to most from the area. After a tumultuous first year that ended in one of it’s core members leaving, the trio launched it’s second year with the addition of legendary back up vocalist Diane Garisto who is now not only a lead singer, but contributing percussion and her well crafted songs to round out the repertoire.
Lucky 13 unites the talents of Connecticut native Cathy Kreger, Marci Geller & Diane Garisto whose solo credits prior to the project include: opening for Bonnie Raitt and Taj Mahal (Kreger), Performing on Live! With Regis & being named one of the Top 10 Best Singer/Songwriters by Performing Songwriter Magazine (Geller) and touring with Laura Nyro, Steely Dan and singing on Graceland and River of Dreams (Garisto). “We have all experienced success on our own, but at this age, it’s nice to have some company on the road…that and it sure helps having extra hands to lug equipment!” teases founding member Marci Geller. Together they have a synergistic blend of folk, jazz and blues woven together by warm and rich harmonies.
In the short time the trio has been together, Lucky 13 has garnered airplay and in-studios at radio stations across the Northeast including: WFUV, WSHU, WPKN, WUSB, WOR, WHUD, WLIU to name a few. They were a featured performer on the Fox Morning Show, WLNY TV and a feature article in the New York Times sang their praises. This will be there second time opening for national touring artist Vance Gilbert and have also opened for notables John Flynn, Jack Hardy & KJ Denhert. They recently song swapped in an invitation only showcase with Buskin & Batteau, Pete Kennedy and Kevin So at the 2009 NERFA convention.
"Their chemistry is really kind of magical,” -John Platt, WFUV 90.7 FM
After successfully touring the northeast and becoming a well loved “buzz” band, they are now continuing to broaden their audience with the recording of their second CD to be released by Sonic Underground in 2010. The future is looking bright for this trio of feisty, talented women. “I think the real true beauty of this group is that we are each at an age where we’ve stopped pursuing the elusive brass ring and have put our energy into the music. We each have something to say because of the lives we’ve lived, and that comes across in our music.” explains Geller. Catch them April 3rd at the Katherine Hepburn Cultural Center for an evening that celebrates the human spirit as the set the stage for the amazing Vance Gilbert.
The Katherine Hepburn Cultural Center is located at 300 Main Street, Old Saybrook, CT 06475, Phone: 860-510-0473. Show time is 8:00pm. For more information www.Lucky13.fm or www.katherinehepburntheater.org
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