We were saddened to hear the news of the passing of Alex Almasy. Alex played
trumpet with Steve Owens and Summertime and was loved by so many in the
Beach Music community.
In a Facebook post earlier this morning the band wrote: "Alex was the kindest most easy going soul that has ever been in this band.
He was our brother, band mate, and friend".
We wish to extend our condolences to Alex's family, his band mates and to
those close to him. A private service for Alex was held but a public celebration of
life will be held at a later date. Once we receive this information we will be sure
to update you. If you'd like to read his full obituary and to send your condolences
to the family, Click Here!
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Kidznotes Raleigh at www.kidznotes.org/support-us, as a reflection of his love of both performing
and teaching music.
If you'd like to read more about Alex, his biography is below that can be
found on the band's website: www.steveowensandsummertime.com
" Alex Almasy, Trumpet, Saxophone, and Trombone. Originally from New York
but raised in NC multi-instrumentalist Alex Almasy learned his trade during
his time at William Paterson University in Wayne, NJ. He was a Music
Performance major and while there was able to perform with many world
renowned musicians and was in a highly paced learning environment.Upon
his return to North Carolina he has played with such groups as The Raleigh
Jazz Orchestra, NC Revelers (jazz trumpet soloist), The Triangle Jazz Orchestra
(lead trumpet) and various small mainstream jazz and Dixieland groups such
as Decatur Street Beat. He also played with the award winning Mighty Lester
Band (which played major blues festivals across the country) along with being
in the High Roller Band where he met Steve Owens. After the HRB dissolved
Alex enjoyed a few years with The Castaways based out of Durham, NC before
joining Steve Owens and Summertime as part of a three piece horn section.Alex
plays numerous brass and woodwind instruments with flawless proficiency.
Regardless of what he is performing, you will be treated to an energetic
experience whether he is part of the section or taking a fiery solo." From the Steve Owens and Summertime Website
**Photo property of the United States Postal Service**
The USPS has released their newest stamp in their Music Icons series. Each sheet
includes sixteen stamps and costs $8.80 ($0.55 each stamp). Marvin Gaye was
known as the "Prince of Soul" and the USPS states "he was one of the most
influential music performers of his generation."
A couple of his best known songs in the Beach Community are: "Stubborn Kind of Fellow"
and "Come Get to This" just to name a few.
The stamps are currently available on the USPS website and at select retails locations
and these are Forever Stamps
J.D. Cash releases a new single that was produced by Johnny Barker and it
will be included on an upcoming KHP album expected to be released during Spring SOS that runs April 25, 2019 through May 4, 2019 in N. Myrtle Beach.
The new single is available by request with your favorite stations and DJ's
and be sure to grab your copy once released.
"Love will keep us alive" written by Jim Capaldi, Paul Carrack and Peter Vale and
originally performed by the Eagles during their 1994 "Hell Freezes Over" tour.
We recently learned that we can expect new music soion from two bands.
James Michael Brown Band is currently in the studio working on a new
original song.
We've been told that the Tim Clark Band is also working on new material.
We will update you once more information becomes available.
We were saddened to hear the news of the passing of Judy Collins. Everyone
knew Judy and of course "Judy's House of Oldies" in N. Myrtle Beach, SC.
Opened in 1987, she contributed so much throughout the Beach Music
Industry and she will certainly be missed by so many.
Please keep her family and friends in your prayers.
OBITUARY:
North Myrtle Beach, SC
Judith “Judy” Oates Collins, 66, passed away Saturday, April 6, 2019, at her home surrounded by her loving family.
She was born in Conway, SC, November 17, 1952, a daughter of Ester Lewis Oates and the late Rufus Lee Oates.
Judy was the owner of Judy’s House of Oldies. She is survived by her daughter, Tracey Collins, her granddaughter,
Logan Collins, her mother, Ester Oates, her sister, Jeannie Faulk Elmore (James) all of Myrtle Beach, and her
brother, Jerry Oates (Debbie) of Charleston.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 2:00 PM, Wednesday, April 10, 2019, at McMillan-Small Funeral Home
in Myrtle Beach. The family will receive friends from 12:30PM until 1:45 PM, Wednesday at McMillan-Small Funeral
Home. Following the service her family invites friends to meet them at Fat Harold’s Beach Club to continue
celebrating Judy’s life with them.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to The Shaggers Hall of Fame Foundation, PO Box 4070,
North Myrtle Beach, SC 29579.
Cover Photo from Vickie Gilreath Harrison's Facebook Post
You've waited all Winter and we're only a few weeks away from Spring SOS in N. Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.
The event this year will run from April 25th through May 4th 2019.
About SOS
Thousands of shaggers will from up and down the East Coast will arrive ready for ten days of their favorite Beach Music DJ's, bands, shaggers, venues and friends all centrally located in NMB. You will find shag instructors offering classes throughout the entire event and you don't want to miss the night life. Venture out from club to club while hearing the best in live entertainment from some of your favorite artists and bands.
For all of the details and to get your membership card for access to all of the SOS events: CLICK HERE!
In just over a month after announcing ticket sales, the annual Abingdon Virginia Ruritan Club seafood festival sells out once again. The Ruritan club holds two festivals per year and if you were planning on attending the May event, you're out of luck.
The Spring 2019 entertainment will feature Virginia's own "The Janitors" from Virginia Beach. Danny Morgan and the guys always put on a great show performing a tight blend of R&B, 60's Soul, 70's Funk, Country, Classic Rock and Top 40 Dance.
One of Virginia's most popular events and always a sell out crowd simply because they offer some of the best food and wide selection along with top entertainment each year ranging from Beach, Soul, Blues and more. You can check our calendar for similar upcoming events and be sure to watch for the Ruritan club's Fall festival that's held on the third Wednesday of October.
As a venue and/or band are you taking advantage of the Facebook calendar?
If not, you’re missing out, see below!
Your followers are unable to easily add your event to their reminders or mobile device
Your event is NOT listed on the largest Beach Music Calendar on Flip Flop Live
We’re seeing it more and more that events are being shared in a flyer or poster in a Facebook post. This does get some attention but it can easily be lost in the sea of posts on the various Beach Music groups and even your own page and if people aren’t members of these groups they never see the posts. People are busier than ever and they’re looking for a fast and easy way to see where their favorite events are being held. We have a simple solution for you and we handle everything in a few easy steps.
Flip Flop Live Calendar Management - How It Works:
Email us your event details
We post all of the event details for you
The event is added to the venue’s Facebook calendar, the band’s Facebook calendar along with our page, our website and our calendars outside of Facebook.
You remain in full control over the event details and you can change, add or delete the event at anytime. from your page. We simply do the heavy lifting for you!
We understand the time and dedication it takes to properly manage online calendar events and how to get you the best results including keywords, tags and providing as much information as possible to your fans. This not only helps you and your brand but the entire Beach Music community by making your information easily accessible to the people who love it most.
If you’d be interested in this service, send us a message and we can provide you with our rate card and you will find that our service rates are reasonably priced and affordable for everyone.
If you know of a band or venue that could benefit from this, please feel free to share it with them.
On March 1, 2019 the newest members of the Beach Music DJ Hall of Fame were
inducted at Fat Harold's Beach Club in N. Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. We'd like to
congratulate:
