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Thursday, May 20th, 2010

Menzel Violins

Dave Rimelis presents singer-songwriter night.
Premier singer-songwriters perform original works.

Monday, February 22nd, 2010

Memphis TN

Dull Music appears for the national folk community at the Folk Alliance - a national gathering/convention of many persons, acoustic folk/country

Wed. (2/17) 9-9:20pm #1914 Access Film Room
Thurs. (2/18) 12:30AM #1928 - Zippity Doo Dah Room
Sat. (2/20) 10:30PM #1928 - Zippity Doo Dah Room

Monday, October 19th, 2009

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MORE CONCERTS TBA
HOUSE CONCERT PROTOCOL:
1. no admission fee - discreet hat available for free will offering for artists (they deserve loyal support!!!) This is a highly intimate experience with exceptional artists! Folks love the house concert set-up because it's as real and close as you can get to the music and the artists who create it.
2. to receive an invitation, drop us an e-mail with the number of seats you need to reserve for each concert that you'd like to attend. You will receive a response with directions to the venue. If you do not receive response, it usually means that the concert has reached capacity. Book seats early!!! E-mail to: JMHDProductions@aol.com for invitation.
3. non-alcoholic venues - house venues for this series are in the Rutherford, NJ area.
4. light refreshments served
5. Artists normally discount their product. Better to come prepared to buy CD's and merch!
6. Reservations and questions: JMHDProductions@aol.com
7. PLEASE CHECK ARTISTS' LISTED WEBSITES for exciting detailed background info and pictures - GREAT LINE-UP and more to come!
8. DETAILS for each INDIVIDUAL date listed below (under the season roster)
9. This series was created to serve the public and to serve the exceptional independent artists of the tri-state area. You will rarely see this calibre of artist in so intimate a setting. House concert goers get hooked on the experience.



SUNDAY HOUSE CONCERTS:

June 28 - CD Release Concert and Art Show - John and Martin Dull (see "our store" and "bio" - upper left - also date below - http://www.dullmusic.com/bio.html

July 19 - Dan LaVoie and Dan O'Dea (www.DanLaVoie.com and www.DansBands.com )


September 20 - Driscoll and Smith (www.Driscoll-Smith.com)



OTHER CONCERTS tba - stay tuned
SEE CALENDAR for info, protocol and invitations

Sunday, October 18th, 2009

Saturday, October 17th, 2009

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Friday, October 16th, 2009

PROSPECT MUSIC SERIES

Stay tuned for info - booking confirmed - exciting gig with 2 very different, but very professional folk/ country/alternative bands - boith getting lots of media attention - RESERVE EARLY tix are available!!!

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

The Loretta Hagen Band with John Dull and the Dull Music Band in concert
Expect lots of fiddles, mandolins, guitars, and beautiful vocal harmonies when two alt folk/country bands join forces for an acoustic happening - October 16 in Rutherford, NJ.
The Loretta Hagen Band with John Dull and the Dull Music Band will share stage at the Prospect Music Series, the 400 seat Bergen venue. You'll experience 2 stylistically opposed musical groups that come from the same root. The juxtaposition of their differing forms of the alt/folk idiom promises interesting magic.
Hagen’s band, on the express country circuit, has done the Nashville thing and was recently featured on WFUV Radio in conjunction with a The Byrds’ Roger McGuinn concert. Dull’s band has been a highlight in the regional folk circuit working with Pete Seeger, the Oak Ridge Boys, Emmylou Harris, Tom Paxton and more.
Hagen’s band can be melodious and smooth; Dull’s Band can be challenging and provocative. Both are musically direct and strong, and will grip an audience, Both pulsate in beauty and excitement.
The bands have joined forces before. Richie Havens has had them open, and Uncle Floyd Vivino had them on circuit. Songs can range from the serious and sentimental to the comedic and rowdy. “It’s always been meaningful and special,” said Dull. Rumor has it that during the Oct 16 the two may team up for some songs. Bring your hootin’ voice and your stompin’ shoes to get the most out of this one – chances are you'll be out of your seat before night’s end.
Coincidentally, the 2 artists went to the same Rutherford high school, St. Mary’s, back in the day. Both bands now return to town for a Rutherford bash and homecoming.
Hagen’s mom still lives in the town. The artist has been on national tour in support of dissemination of information about Alzheimer’s, the illness from which her mom suffers. Loretta’s latest album has a cut, “Sundown ‘til Dawn,” featured in a documentary called "Ten Mountains, Ten Years", about a group of mountain climbers who are climbing mountains all over the world to raise awareness. “I want to shed light on this terrible disease that has afflicted my own mother, so that someday; there will be better treatments and ultimately a cure for all who suffer from A.D.”
The Hagen band includes: husband and guitarist, Gary Hagen; drummer, Debby Maggiulli; bassist, Teri Avella; fiddler, Dave Barry; and vocalist, Sara Gallmann.
The Dull band includes 23 year old drummer, Alex Zetelski; fiddler, Dan O’Dea; bassist and mandolin player, Scott Petito; and guitarist, Ted Clancy. Martin Dull, also 23, recently featured in a full page Bergen Record Entertainment cover article, will share lead with John Dull, noted folk impresario.
Acoustic roots music is on the rise, and so it is with both these bands. Media has been paying a lot of attention to them, and you’ll be able to catch both in one setting while they're on the move to the top.
The Prospect Music Venue is located at Union and Prospect Ave’s, Rutherford
in the Rutherford Congregational Church.
Tickets for the Oct 16 hullabaloo can be purchased in 3 ways:
Walk-up: Steve’s Coin and Stamp; 2 Franklin Place, Rutherford; 201 – 935 - 3737
By phone: 201 – 321 - 2756
Online: www.dullmusic.com
There will be an ART SHOW in the lobby of the concert: The Paintings and Drawings of Martin Dull. The talented artist and writer has had several tri-state gallery showings.

Purchase early. This concert/art show promises to have a large regional draw and with an inexpensive $7 ticket price, you’d want to guarantee yourself a seat. for a blockbuster night of entertainment.
The concert is sponsored in part by Boiling Springs Savings Bank and WFDU 89.1 fm Radio

EVENT: The Loretta Hagen Band with John Dull and the Dull Music Band in concert
DATE: Friday, October 16, 2009 - 7 pm
PLACE: Prospect Music Concerts; Prospect and Union Ave’s, Rutherford, NJ 07070 in the Rutherford
Congregational Church
TICKETS: $7 ($5 seniors and students at some outlets) – all general admission
Online: www.dullmusic.com By phone: 201 – 321 – 2756
Walkup: Steve’s Coin and Stamp; 2 Franklin Place, Rutherford; 201 – 935 - 3737
ART SHOW: The Paintings and Drawings of Martin Dull – opens 6:30 pm in lobby for duration of event



DIRECTIONS TO the Loretta Hagen Band/ Dull Music Band concert

You can mapquest the Prospect Music Concert Series
At the Rutherford Congregational Church
at Prospect Place and Union Ave, Rutherford, NJ 07070
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DIRECTIONS by car:
Access Rutherford using Route 3
Route 17 South leads to route 3 west
or
NJ Turnpike exit 16W – to Route 3 west
Or
Garden State Parkway exits 153 to Route 3 east
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FROM ROUTE 3 TRAVELING EAST
From Route 3 east exit at CR507/ Park Ave/ Riverside Ave/ Rutherford
After you exit, turn RIGHT onto RUTHERFORD AVE/CR-30. – travel only .1 mile
to the end where you see Passaic River in front of you
Turn RIGHT onto RIVERSIDE AVE/CR-507. Continue to follow CR-507. – approx 1.2 miles
To the first traffic light.
Turn right on to Union Ave. – go approx .3 miles to Congregational Church on the right hand side – corner of Union Ave. and Prospect Pl.

FROM ROUTE 3 TRAVELING WEST on 3
Take the CR-507/RIVERSIDE AVE. exit – into Rutherford
At the end of the ramp you see Passaic River in front of you
Turn RIGHT onto RIVERSIDE AVE/CR-507. Continue to follow CR-507. – approx 1.2 miles
to the first traffic light.
At that light, turn right on to Union Ave. – go approx .3 miles to the Congregational Church on the right hand side – corner of Union Ave. and Prospect Pl.

Thank you to the crowd for a great night of foot stompin', ya-hooing and profound moments. It was a memorable concert! Thank you to the Prospect Music Series, to WFDU Radio, and to the Boiling Springs Bank for making this possible! The artists with participators rose to all the energy and support to memorable heights. A night to remember.

Sunday, September 20th, 2009

house concert - request invitation

Driscoll and Smith
FUNNY! FUNNY! FUNNY!
and
GOOD! GOOD! GOOD!
great musicians who have a fun time doing it. They brought the house down at one of our Uncle Floyd/John Dull and Friends concerts.
Liven up your day with an exceptional act!!! Since concert is in a house, you need an invitation. This concert is in an intimate house setting in Rutherford, NJ. Request invitation and directions by e-mail to JMHDProductions@aol.com. You'll promptly receive directions and an invitation by return e-mail to the concert.

Sunday, July 19th, 2009

house concert - request reservations

Dan LaVoie and Dan O'Dea
www.DanLaVoie.com www.DansBands.com Don't miss this one!
Mandolin. fiddle, banjo, guitar and more! Check out the "harp-guitar"!!! LaVoie is one of the few virtuosos (check his website)!
The best in Jersey metro acoustic music.
Dan O'Dea performed with us at the Pete Seeger concert.
SUPERLATIVE!!!
Rouse you out of your chair!!!
You'll stomp your feet and get happy with this one -
Check their websites - YAHOO!!!
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PRESS RELEASE


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE media contact info:
JMH Dull Productions
dullmusic@aol.com
JMHDProductions@aol.com


You are invited to a House Concert / Art Show
ODea and LaVoie Performing

You are invited to a foot-stompin' good time on Sunday, July 19 at 2 pm in Rutherford – the area’s last house concert for the summer. Fiddle, mandolin, guitar, banjo, harp guitar with superb vocal harmonies - Dan LaVoie and Dan O'Dea, the featured artists, display NJ acoustic music at its best. Both musicians have shared stage with Pete Seeger. You can check them out at www.DanLaVoie.com and www.DansBands.com. Please come and enjoy an exciting afternoon of music and visual art displayed at the venue. The house concert hosts would love to see you there! Admission is by invitation. To request an invitation drop an e-mail to JMHDProductions@aol.com or log into the house concert website at www.dullmusic.com. RSVP asap.

This event is the second in a series of continuing events in various Rutherford homes. Following the July 19 date, the series will return in the fall on Sunday, September 20, with Driscoll and Smith (www.Driscoll-Smith.com); and on Sunday, October 18, with Loretta Hagen and Friends (www.LorettaHagen.com).

The July 19th gig features Dan O’Dea, a multi-instrumentalist and vocalist from Highland Park. A traditionalist, O’Dea plays fiddle, mandolin, flat-picking guitar, banjo, and stand-up bass. A noted instructor of fiddle styles, classical violin, mandolin, and banjo, he has been a guest lecturer on folk styles at Rutgers University on four separate occasions, and led the fiddle workshop at the 2006 AFBA Bluegrass Festival at Wind Gap, Pennsylvania. Since 2007, Dan has coordinated the jamming segment of the New Jersey Folk Festival. In September 2007, the artist won in the Fireback Bluegrass Fiddle contest “Oldtime” category. He owns and operates a music school, Dan’s Music Studio, in West Orange, New Jersey. WWW.DansBands.com.

O’Dea’s partner, Dan LaVoie, is one of the few musicians in the world actively composing and performing on the rare “harp guitar.” An accomplished string player, LaVoie picked up the harp guitar in 2001 and has since composed solely for this instrument. The music accentuates deep basses and well-executed melody lines. Bob Makin of Relic's Magazine writes "Dan's soaring execution will drop the jaws of unsuspecting acoustic music fans and impress those familiar with this young man's chops!" “His live performances are a special experience visually and aurally.” He adds passionate singing to round out the experience, harmonizing brilliantly with O’Dea.

In recent years, LaVoie has toured extensively both in the U.S and internationally. He is also an annual performer at the Harp Guitar Gathering, a series featuring the worlds finest harp guitarists. Dan is endorsed by Dean Markely Strings, Sunrise Pickups, and K&K Pickups.

In the intimate house setting, attendees will become part of O’Dea’s and LaVoie’s concert - an experience much unlike venued concerts. House concert attendees get hooked on the idea of emotion conveyed in close performance, which explains why the format is exploding around the U.S.
Go to www.dullmusic.com and follow the prompts for further information and to request an invitation. With the return invitation you will receive directions to the Rutherford event.

Wonderful show - relaxed and great music - good crowd - You'll see these guys again in this area - the real thing! Dan O'Dea and Dan LaVoie - fiddle, harp guitar, banjo, mandolin, vocal harmonies

Sunday, June 28th, 2009

The long awaited CD release concert will be held for Martin and John's newest CD, "Out of Balance." Musical friends will be with us! The CD has received fine review, and the evening promises to be unique and compelling!!! Superb guitar by Ted Clancy; Drums by Alex Zetelski!!!
In addition to the concert, there will will be a track lighted display of the paintings of Martin Dull. Reserve early - a nice group is expected!
Drop an e-mail to JMHDProductions@aol.com - your resevation will be confirmed with directions to the concert.
It would be great to see you there! This is the first in the 2009 series of house concerts put on by JMH Dull Productions. More concerts to follow! Stay tuned!
BIOS: http://www.dullmusic.com/bio.html ************************************
ANNOUNCING!!!
“Out of Balance”
CD released and for sale
“Out of Balance” is the 4th cd release by JMH Dull Productions.
This album is an appropriate model for the times we live in. It is musically and lyrically strong.
"Out of Balance" juxtaposes songs of personal imbalance with songs of world imbalance. All cuts were written and recorded by Martin and John Dull as primary artists.
Executive Producer of the project is Scott Petito of NRS Recording, highly sought after acoustic genre producer, known for Grammy work with Pete Seeger.
Cuts include the lament, “I, Romero”, a lyrical statement concerning the assassination of Oscar Romero in El Salvador.
This is the first duel project by the father and son team, Martin and John Dull. Martin enjoys 2 cuts on the cd, John the remaining. Background instrumentation includes mandolin, bass mandolin, acoustic and electric guitar, bass, drums, percussion, piano, and vocal harmonies. Artists include Petito, Ted Clancy, Jeff Green, Michael Rubel and the principals. Some arrangement and production was provided by Clancy.
Cover art was rendered by Barry Etris, rural Georgian painter whose artwork also appears on Dolly Parton’s “Little Sparrow” cd. Barry is also known for penning Kenny Roger’s classic song, “Reuben James”. (www.BarryEtris.com)
Because of the heavy thematic content of this cd, it is recommended for those, age 16 and above.
For updated information regarding the release of "Out of Balance" refer to the JMH Dull label website: www.dullmusic.com. Release announcements will follow. Graphic layout and art by Sarah Orlowicz.

Bunch of folks came over.
It was a wonderful evening of art, music, singing, foot stomping and thought!
Very complete - folks added a chorus of voices - very cool!
Next one in 3 weeks!

Sunday, April 26th, 2009

Mahady Gallery

You are invited to a special gallery showing of Martin Dull paintings:
Info:
Mahady Gallery (beautiful gallery with noted collection)
Marywood University, Scranton, PA
Reception: April 4, 2-5 pm
Exhibit: April 4-26
Hours: Mon., Thurs., Fri. 9-4 *** Tues., Wed. 9-8*** Sat., Sun. 1-4
This is part of the “Senior Exhibition” of the Art Dept., Marywood
University.
Further info and directions – email the Dulls: dullmusic@aol.com.
It would be great to see you there! Martin thanks you for your wonderful
encouragement and support!

A generous group of viewers attended the gallery opening and continuing exhibit. Paintings will now be moved to Rutherford for a showing and concert on June 28. Stay tuned, and thanks for your great support!

2009

Saturday, November 1st, 2008

Wilson Proscenium Theater

WFDU 89.1 fm presents: Oscar Brand with Uncle Floyd/John Dull and Friends in concert
*Advance tickets available at:
1. Steve's Coin and Stamp, 2 Franklin Pl, Rutherford, NJ -- 201-935-3737*
2. Christian Jewelers; 390 Central Ave., Jersey City, NJ
(201) 792 - 1300 (free tickets while they last)
3. Tickets available online here - click on "our store" button - upper left

In song, join cross-generational artists of the folk community in a evening of celebration and music:
TERENCE MARTIN; NENAD BACH; OSCAR BRAND; UNCLE FLOYD; JOHN and MARTIN DULL; ALEX ZETELSKI: DAN CASPER - purchase early
PRE-CONCERT ART SHOW with live music in gallery - THE PAINTINGS of MARTIN DULL

referral websites:

Oscar Brand: www.OscarBrand.com
Nenad Bach: www.NenadBach.com
Terence Martin: www.MartinSongs.com
Uncle Floyd (Floyd Vivino): www.UncleFloyd.com
Martin Dull: www.myspace.com/MartinDull
John and Martin Dull: http://www.dullmusic.com/bio.html
www.WFDU.fm
directions click here:
http://www.dullmusic.com/links.html

Full house - extraordianary performances by Oscar Brand, Terence Martin, Nenad Bach, Uncle Floyd, Martin Dull, Alex Zetelski and Dan Casper and the Nenad Bach Band. Bring this show to your community as a fund raising spectacular! Drop us a note at JMHDProductions@aol.com

Monday, August 11th, 2008

Paper Kite Gallery

The paintings and drawings of Martin Dull are on display in a noted PA art gallery:
Gallery opening 6-8 pm Friday 7/18
Paper Kite Gallery
443 Main St
Kingston PA 18704
http://www.wordpainting.com/ Call for gallery hours
Reception and exhibit opening 7/18 - 6 to 8 pm - refreshments provided

Saturday, June 28th, 2008

CD Release - "Out of Balance"

ANNOUNCING!!!
“Out of Balance”
CD released and for sale
“Out of Balance” is the 4th cd release by JMH Dull Productions.
This album is an appropriate model for the times we live in. It is musically and lyrically strong.
"Out of Balance" juxtaposes songs of personal imbalance with songs of world imbalance. All cuts were written and recorded by Martin and John Dull as primary artists.
Executive Producer of the project is Scott Petito of NRS Recording, highly sought after acoustic genre producer, known for Grammy work with Pete Seeger.
Cuts include the lament, “I, Romero”, a lyrical statement concerning the assassination of Oscar Romero in El Salvador.
This is the first duel project by the father and son team, Martin and John Dull. Martin enjoys 2 cuts on the cd, John the remaining. Background instrumentation includes mandolin, bass mandolin, acoustic and electric guitar, bass, drums, percussion, piano, and vocal harmonies. Artists include Petito, Ted Clancy, Jeff Green, Michael Rubel and the principals. Some arrangement and production was provided by Clancy.
Cover art was rendered by Barry Etris, rural Georgian painter whose artwork also appears on Dolly Parton’s “Little Sparrow” cd. Barry is also known for penning Kenny Roger’s classic song, “Reuben James”. (www.BarryEtris.com)
Because of the heavy thematic content of this cd, it is recommended for those, age 16 and above.
For updated information regarding the release of "Out of Balance" refer to the JMH Dull label website: www.dullmusic.com. Release announcements will follow. Graphic layout and art by Sarah Orlowicz.

Wednesday, April 30th, 2008

TEST PATTERN

Martin Dull's paintings - gallery exhibit - Scranton, PA
One of Scranton's leading art galleries exhibits Martin Dull's paintings exclusively - contact JMHDProductions@aol.con for details and hours

Sunday, April 20th, 2008

house concert -

by invitation only.
Drop us a note at JMHDProductions@aol.com with # attending. You'll receive a confirmaion e-mail with directions ---
short opening set by Martin and John Dull

Packed house - exciting intimate performance by Bethany and Rufus. Compelling and inspirational.
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Stellar appearances by Dan Casper, Alex Zetelski, Martin Dull

Friend -
Thanks far participating in the Bethany and Rufus house concert.
We are very appreciative that Bethany and Rufus poured themselves into this special performance. We all joined in a rare, personal and intimate meeting with artists.
The young performers that proceeded Bethany and Rufus: Dan Casper, Alex Zetelski, Martin Dull - deserve our notice. We will see them as they home their craft, coming to the forefront.
Please keep Erik Wayne of Consolidated Audio in mind when you need sound reinforcement for any occasion. Thanks to The Community of God's Love Church for opening their beautiful space to all of us and for their behind the scenes work that made this gig gel.
Please keep the upcoming house concert series in mind:

Friday, February 1st, 2008

TBA

John releases his newest CD, "Out of Balance'" in early 2008
For previous releases by Martin and John refer to "our store" button (upper left of page)

Tuesday, January 1st, 2008

HOUSE CONCERT SERIES

STAY TUNED FOR THE LINE_UP OF THE SPRING HOUSE CONCERT SERIES!!!
SIGN UP ON HOMEPAGE FOR E-MAIL ANNOUNCEMENTS!!!

2008

Friday, November 9th, 2007

Wilson Proscenium Theater at Fairleigh Dickinson University

WFDU 89.1 fm presents: PETE SEEGER and FRIENDS in concert
with Kim and Reggie Harris; Bethany Yarrow and Rufus Cappadocia; John and Martin Dull
ALERT!!! - tickets are moving fast - please purchase early!
*Advance tickets available at:
1. Steve's Coin and Stamp, 2 Franklin Pl, Rutherford,NJ -- 201-935-3737*
2. Christian Jewelers; 390 Central Ave., Jersey City, NJ
(201) 792 - 1300 (walk-up only)
3. Tickets available online here - click on "our store" button - upper left

more outlets to be announced>> A RARE THEATER CONCERT APPEARANCE BY THE CHERISHED and LEGENDARY PETE SEEGER - purchase early
*an awareness concert for the School of the Americas Watch*

referral websites:

www.KimandReggie.com
www.BethanyandRufus.com
Martin and John Dull
http://www.dullmusic.com/bio.html
www.PeteSeeger.net
www.WFDU.fm
Fall 2007 Library of Congress publication on the Seeger family:
http://www.loc.gov/folklife/news/pdf/afcnews-fall-2006.pdf
directions click here:
http://www.dullmusic.com/links.html

SOLD OUT. Pete Seeger and Friends wowed attendees.

Saturday, October 13th, 2007

William Carlos Williams Center for the Arts

FOLLOW-UP BLOG
The Annual Williams Center fundraising Gala (Oct 13) and Reception with a wide array of professional singers, dancers and comedians from the NJ/NY metro area.
John Dull performs with guest guitarist, Ted Clancy
info: 201 939 6969
www.WilliamsCenter.org Oct 13 GALA a smashing success! - Congratulations WILLIAMS CENTER! - more follow up coming

Gala a smashing success!!!
Best wishes to the William Carlos Williams Center for the Arts with its new-found energy and commitment! Onward and upward for one of the premier acoustic venues in the northeast

Thursday, February 1st, 2007

John Dull's newest CD, "Out of Balance," to be released in spring 2008 - stay tuned!

For John and Martin's other cd's, refer to "our store" (upper left button)