Hip Pocket announced on Tuesday, June 4, 2019 that Jaron "J Breez" Bradley is now a member of the band. On their release they stated "A resident of Wilmington, NC, born into a family of musicians and performing since age 7, J Breez has played with such familiar groups as Midnight Allie, The Craig Woolard Band, The Kid Drew Band & most recently with Leroy Harper's All Stars. And The Band Played On".
Congratulations to the band and to Jaron, we wish you all of the best and can't wait to the band with the new members.
Your chance to win a pair of tickets to the Carteret County Speedway 1st annual Raceway Beach Fest from Flip Flop Live! Your chance to enter runs from June 4, 2019 at 9:00AM until June 12, 2019 at 11:59PM.
On Tuesday, June 4, 2019 we launched a giveaway for a pair of tickets to the Raceway Beach Fest happening on June 29, 2019 in Swansboro, NC. The event will feature: Jim Quick & Coastline, Cat 5 Band, Mighty Saints of Soul, Hip Pocket, East Coast R&B Band, DJ Fred Rouse and DJ Shaun Lamm.
How to Enter:(Make sure you follow all three steps)
1) - "LIKE" our page Flip Flop Live
2) - Share the post from our Facebook page
3) - Tag a friend you will be taking in the comment section of our post on Facebook
**BONUS ENTRIES**
Repeat steps 2 & 3 as many times as you'd like for additional entries and join our mailing list on the homepage of our website for another entry.
DON'T HAVE FACEBOOK? No worries, you can still enter our contest by joining our mailing list and clicking Post Comment below and typing "Done and your name" on this post in our blog.
Event Information:
June 29, 2019
3:00 PM - 11:00 PM Children 10 & under are free
Motorhome hook ups are available!!!
Official Contest rules: - Giveaway begins 06/04/2019 at 9:00AM
- Giveaway ends 06/12/2019 at 11:59PM
- Only one winner and he/she will be chosen at random electronically. Winners are chosen by chance.
- Only valid entries will be accepted by following the three steps above on Facebook. If all three steps aren't completed no entry will be counted.
- Enter as many times as you'd like by repeating steps 2 & 3 above.
- Flip Flop Live reserves the right to terminate the contest at anytime our sole discretion without prior notice.
- No purchase necessary
- By making a purchase this does not increase your chances of winning on any contest and/or giveaway
Prize: The winner will receive one pair (2 tickets) chosen at random. We're not responsible for the content, quality, weather and/or changes to the event, venue, times and other details. No exchanges will be made for any reason.
- By joining our mailing list we agree that we will not share, sell or publish your email address. This information is kept in our system for future mailings about Beach Music news and publications and will only be used for that purpose.
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- By entering, you're giving Flip Flop Live permission to publish your name (if chosen as the winner) on our social media platforms, website and other means of advertising.
- The event organizers are responsible for all event details. Flip Flop Live is not responsible for transportation or other expenses incurred with this or any event. The only items promised in this contest are the admission tickets and we will not be held responsible for any typographical errors.
The 2nd annual Hardwood Shagger Competition is coming on July 4th - 6th 2019 at the Spanish Galleon in N. Myrtle Beach, SC. The following details were found on their website and be sure to verify this information either by visiting their website or by calling/emailing the individuals listed below.
"This is a Shag Championship that is like no other. The Championship brings added excitement, a renewed competitive spirit and a new format that will award the best all around Shaggers as Champions. All ages and skill levels compete with the hopes of being crowned a Shaggers Hardwood Champion. You do not want to miss this event if you enjoy incredible shag dancing and the spirit of competition."
Divisions include Junior I, Junior II, Non-Pro, Senior Pro, and Pro.
3 Day Pass Available at the door for $25
July 4, 2019 - Doors Open 6:30 pm Contest Starts 8:00 pm Cover Charge $10.00
July 5, 2019 - Doors Open 6:30 pm Contest Starts 8:00 pm Cover Charge $10.00
July 6, 2019 - Doors Open 6:00 pm Contest Starts 7:30 pm Cover Charge $15.00
Sponsorship Opportunities / Purchase a Table
Tables are limited so get one before they are all taken. There are many different forms of exciting sponsorship opportunities available. To find out about the Championships different sponsor levels or to reserve a table please contact Bryan Renn at 843-231-4669 or email shaggershardwood@gmail.com "
Congratulations to Rhonda Clements who was the winner of our first giveaway for a CD from KHP Music. Rhonda among many others entered the contest through our Facebook page by liking, sharing and commenting on our post. We have more items to giveaway along with event tickets and more coming! Be sure to like us on Facebook to see all upcoming contests.
We'd like to also thank Keith Houston and KHP Music for the items that were provided for our contests.
On Saturday, June 1, 2019, the Charlotte Area Shaggers announced their hall of fame inductees for 2019. According to a Facebook post by member, Carol Hill Church the official induction ceremony will take place on November 23, 2019 at Lynn's Dance Club, 4819 S Tryon St, Charlotte, NC 28217.
On Friday, May 31, 2019, Beach, Shag Rhythm & Blues Radio announced on their Facebook page the addition of DJ Ray Melton's show "On the Beach with DJ Ray Ray" that will air every Friday at 8:00PM. Since 2008, Ray has hosted his beach show in which according to his website has gained listeners in 38 states and 18 countries.
Ray was awarded the CBMA Industry Appreciation award and was nominated for internet radio show of the year in; 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2018. He was also nominated for Internet DJ in 2015 and 2016.
Be sure to tune in every Friday at 8PM. The show can be streamed directly from their website and also on the Tune-In radio app. We'd like to say congratulations to Ray on his new timeslot and we'll be sure to tune in.
KHP Music and Flip Flop Live have your chance to win a CD! - No Purchase Necessary!
How to enter:
1. Like Flip Flop Live's Facebook page
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**Bonus Entries**
Repeat steps 2 and 3 as often as you'd like for additional entries
Join our website mailing list
Contest Rules:
- Giveaway begins 05/29/2019 at 10:00AM
- Giveaway ends 06/02/2019 at 11:59PM
- Only one winner and he/she will be chosen at random electronically. Winners are chosen by chance.
- Flip Flop Live is responsible for this promotion and reserves the right to terminate the contest at anytime our sole discretion without prior notice.
- No purchase necessary
- By making a purchase this does not increase your chances of winning on any contest and/or giveaway
Prize: The winner will receive one (1) CD from KHP Music chosen at random. The winner is NOT able to choose the CD and this is done by our staff here at Flip Flop Live. We're not responsible for the content, quality or functionality of the CD and no exchanges will be made.The CD was made available for giveaway by KHP Music.
- By joining our mailing list we agree that we will not share, sell or publish your email address. This information is kept in our system for future mailings about Beach Music news and publications and will only be used for that purpose.
- Facebook is in no way endorsing, sponsoring, administering, affiliated, associated or involved in this contest in any way.
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There was talk circulating throughout various social media channels over the weekend that the Catalinas welcomed a new member. After confirming this information with the band we’d like to help welcome Angela Resignalo to the band.
The Catalinas welcome our newest member, Angela Resignalo as a lead vocalist in our band!!! Angela is from Mt Airy, NC and was recently a star performer at the Rudy Theater in Selma, NC since 2006. Angela bring youth and energy to our stage and we are very excited about what the future has in store for us with Angela. Be listening and watching out for new recordings featuring her very soon!
The Catalinas began in 1957 and celebrates their 62 Anniversary in 2019! The bands popularity is based primarily in southeastern US, however, The Catalinas music is played on radio stations in the UK, Greece and Australia to name a few. Known for their quality, tight sound and energy onstage, they are one of the "in demand" groups for city festivals, weddings and private parties, always playing a variety of music that suits all ages. Though known for Beach Music, regionally and nationally for the mega hit "Summertime's Callin' Me", they play all styles to a high standard of excellence. "Summertime's Callin' Me" has become the anthem of North and South Carolina beach goers as they struggle through the winter waiting on summer to arrive.
Their latest CD, Dancin' Romancin', was nominated for "Album of the Year" at this year's Carolina Beach Music Awards. The CD was officially released August 18, 2015. It is available on CD Baby, Amazon and iTunes, and of course for sale at personal appearances. Recent release of The Best Thing sing by Gary Barker is in regular rotation on several radio stations and doing well on the beach music charts. Our latest release, "Beyond the Sea" is near the top 10 on Fess Hooks chart on JukinOldies.com Call your favorite on-air DJ and request new music by The Catalinas. New releases are periodically scheduled for 2019.
For bookings call Gary at (704) 450-9040
We were saddened to hear of the passing of Tony Kennedy who was a member of the Carolina Coast Band. We had the opportunity
to meet and spend time with Tony during Spring SOS and he was such a kind person and gifted musician. We extend our thoughts
and prayers to Tony's family, band members and friends.
Obituary and service information:
WOODRUFF- Tony Lenier Kennedy, 58, of 151 Irby Street passed away Thursday, May 23, 2019 at his home.
A native of Spartanburg County, he was born January 14, 1961 to Patricia “Pat” Williamson Kennedy and the late William Donald “Don” Kennedy who passed away July 30, 2018. He was a member of Northside Baptist Church and was self-employed. He was a musician and was a member of the Carolina Coast Band and Zataban. He was a 1978 graduate of Woodruff High School and was currently serving the City of Woodruff as City Councilman Ward 5 since 2002 having served four terms.
Surviving are his wife, Cassandra Pennington Kennedy of the home; one daughter, Jada Kennedy of the home; one son, Seth Kennedy of the home; one sister, Donna Kennedy (Shannon) Littlefield of Woodruff; one brother, Brian (Malinda Harkins) Kennedy of Woodruff.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held Saturday, June 1, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. at Northside Baptist Church by Mr. Seth Kennedy, Mr. Marty Phillips, Mr. Brian Kennedy and Mr. Joey Werner. Visitation will immediately follow the service in the church sanctuary. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to The Mr. Holland’s Opus Foundation, 4370 Tujunga Avenue, Suite 330, Studio City, California, 91608.
The family is at the home of his mother, Pat Kennedy, 520 Briarcliff Drive, Woodruff.
Lanford-Gwinn Mortuary in charge of the arrangements. To send your condolences to the family, please Click Here!
On May 18, 2019 the Randy Clay Band announced the
addition of their newest member, Steve Jones.
Read the official release below:
The Randy Clay Band is very proud to announce the
addition of Steve Jones to the band! Many of you
already know him for his soulful voice and musical
skills. On behalf of Randy, Tom and Kurt, please please
join us in welcoming Steve to our team. See Steve's
bio below...............................
"Steve started his career in the Entertainment Industry
at the age of 12. He joined The Nomads out of North
Carolina in 1965. He has performed in and recorded
with a number of different groups through the years
covering all genres of music. As an accomplished jazz
bassist, Steve has performed with the Bill Hanna
Quartet, Willie Gillian Quartet, Loonis McGlohan Trio,
Ziggy Hurwitz, Milton Clapp, Alan Kaufman, Jerry
Lambert and many others through the years. Steve
toured the east coast several years with Music Machine
out of Atlanta Georgia. Returning from the road, Steve
joined Charlotte's own Sugarcreek in 1976. Randy and
Steve worked together in the late 1980s in the variety
band Station To Station and in 2015 with Atlantic
Groove. Steve is an experienced, professional musician
now bringing his talent in keys, guitar, bass and soulful
vocals to the Randy Clay Band. Steve is a hoot on stage
and has "no bad days"!
