Erie Music History Podcast
The Erie Music History (EMH) podcast focuses on interviews with local musicians who actively played out in venues in and around Erie, PA in the 1960s, 1970s, and 1980s. Its purpose is to highlight some of the vast musical talent that Erie had to offer during this time and to allow the musicians to share their stories of playing back then. Hosted by local musician Chip Schell, the author of “9 Years Of Rock: The Story Of The Concerts At The Erie County Fieldhouse,” the EMH podcast does not cover the current Erie music scene. The choice of guest also does not imply some type of ranking of who was better or more important during this period; Chip simply chooses guests based on who he wants to interview. His goal is to include musicians who played covers and originals in a variety of styles (e.g., rock, punk, country).
Erie Music History Podcast
038: Dave Dennison
At 82, Dave is still playing about 70 gigs a year with his band The Jays. But his story goes back to the 1950s when he started singing with The Four Jays in high school, and by graduation was playing the summer in The Poconos after having traveled all over during school. Dave has lived a full life, and he shares some of his musical highlights in this episode.
Thanks again to the JPT Foundation for sponsoring the the Erie Music History podcast. The goal of the foundation is to provide education scholarships to grade school-age children as well as annual giving to local organizations and charities. The foundation also has a large hall that hosts bingo four days a week and is available for rentals.
Many thanks to everyone who has donated or provided financial support for this podcast. If you would like to become a Patreon supporter (it's only $5/month and you can cancel anytime) go to the Erie Music History Podcast page on Patreon.com.
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For information on what bands/musicians are playing in Erie, PA and the surrounding area, please check out Jack Stevenson's 2 Man Happy Hour podcast and webpage.
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