Chuck Penza - Bass Guitars, Lead vox, Hookmaster General,
JJ Fennimore - Drums, Percussion, Vox, Closet Producer at Arms, Jimmy Caputo - Guitars, Lead vox, Melodyweaver Extraordinaire and
featuring the indispensable talents of Daren Wicks, Faderwizard Envelopepusher
Influences
The Beatles, The Who, The Raspberries, Guided by Voices, Led Zeppelin, David Bowie from the Ziggy Stardust era, Elvis, KISS, Nirvana, Cream, Pavement, Fountains of Wayne
SOMERDALE formed from the smoldering ashes of THE SHAGS with a simple mission: to produce insanely catchy, head-bobbing, foot-stomping, fist-pumping, hook-laden, sing-a-long tunes.
SOMERDALE cleverly combines the gorgeous harmonies of The Beatles, the frenetic energy of The Who, the psychedelic aura of David Bowie, the slashing guitar rhythms of The Rolling Stones, the throbbing bass lines of KISS, and the unbridled joy of The Raspberries.
Reviewer: Scott Semet - The Atlantic City Press....The now-defunct Shags released a series of power-pop EPs in their native New Jersey that made them one of the hottest live acts in the Delaware valley concert circuit. Though the band has undergone a rebirth under a new name (Somerdale), all of the hooks, licks and tricks of their former identity are still present in this 'debut' full length LP. This is the type of album that deserves the to be on any Rock and Roll scholar's record shelf. It's a shame Compact Disc is the only format available, as "Friday Night in America" simply SCREAMS for a 180 gram vinyl pressing. Consider that our highest compliment, as these guys borrow some chops from the classics of the genre, instead of cashing in on the latest trendy craze. Check it out if you want some music that makes you feel good, instead of feeling depressed. Our highest recommendation! 5 Stars
Make sure to check out Somerdale this Sunday night, June 29th at 9pm EST on Local Commotion!!! Tune into 102.7 The Ace in the Atlantic City area or log onto www. wjse. net WORLDWIDE!!!! (Don't worry, the live stream has been FIXED!!!!! We apologize for any inconvenience over the past few weeks!!!
I don't think it gets much bigger than opening for Eddie Money. I will be standing in the front row for this one. I am hoping for Penza to sing the duet part of Take Me Home Tonight with Eddie!!!
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