Les Sampou is featured in the August episode of Calvin Power’s Taproot Radio

Michael Troy is in the running to make Rich Warren’s (Midnight Special) list of the top 50 folkies…Rich is leaving it up to listeners to decide…
http://blogs.chicagotribune.com/news_columnists_ezorn/2010/07/folkies.html

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

Born of Italian immigrants and union activists, Joe Iadanza understands the passionate struggle of the American dream. Iadanza, a Long Island-based folk singer, has become a beacon to his fans, inspiring them with his ability to persevere, despite the many obstacles in his path.

Iadanza’s newest initiative, “The American Dream Project”, invites people to visit his website at http://joeiadanza.com/freecd/ and do something very simple – share their deepest lifelong dreams with the rest of the community. In exchange, Iadanza is offering a free CD (he’s even paying the postage), which includes some tracks from his new album, All in Good Time (2010).

Iadanza explains, “Things are tough out there. People are starting-out and starting-over. The American dream has always been about taking responsibility for your own personal freedom. ‘The American Dream Project’ is an opportunity for people to answer the question, ‘If you could do anything with your life, what would you do?’ Joe believes that voicing your dream gives it a chance for a new life, and that following your dream can lead to freedom and happiness.

Joe continues, “This is a first step. I want people to know that they’re not alone, and that it is never too late to turn inward or start over. Somewhere along the line we make a choice to either follow our inner voice, or to ignore it. I ignored it for many years and became very unhappy. It’s not easy to follow your heart, but life is much more interesting when you do”.

At thirty-eight years old, Iadanza owns his home, is happily married, consults part-time, and is a dedicated father. Since 2008, he has also released two albums (Traveling Salesman& All In Good Time), toured the US and Europe, and continues to grow a loyal fan base of like-minded folks who identify with his working-class songs about love, life, loss and the American dream.

For more information about Joe Iadanza, visit http://joeiadanza.com.

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Cotuit, MA: Cotuit Center for the Arts is pleased to announce our 1st Annual Cape Cod
Rhythm & Roots Festival on July 10, 2010 from 11am to 11pm. This tremendous event
will bring together local and regional acts to celebrate the deeply rooted tradition of
American music to benefit the music performance and educational programs of CCftA.
Genres represented by our featured artists include bluegrass, folk, zydeco, blues and
more.
The family friendly day begins with 3 Cats and a Dog, Tripping Lily, CrabGrass, Danielle
Miraglia and Randy and the Oak Trees. In between performances by these terrific
artists, music workshops will be offered on various musical instruments, performing, and
songwriting techniques for all ages. The festival will also feature a caricaturist for on the
spot artwork as well as face painting for children of all ages. Food and beverages will
be available for purchase throughout the day, with beer and wine sold after 3pm. In the
late afternoon, the atmosphere ramps ups with The Mighty Houserockers, Les Sampou,
Boogaloo Swamis, the Boston Boys and a rousing finale jam with Barrence Whitfield.
Bring your friends and join us for this stellar opportunity to hear great live music for
an affordable price at an intimate venue — and support your local community all at the
same time. What more could you ask for? Cotuit Center for the Arts always delivers!
Date:
Saturday, July 10, 2010
11am to 11pm
Tickets:
Full day admission: $ 49 in advance; $ 55 at the door
VIP admission:
$ 75 in advance; $ 85 at the door
Children under 12 yrs:
FREE
Tickets are available in advance. VIP admission includes preferred seating, artist meet
and greet sessions and all day beer and wine sales. Door sales are cash only and
subject to availability.
To Purchase Tickets:
Please call (508) 428-0669 or visit us online at
www.capecodrhythmandrootsfestival.com
Location:
Cotuit Center for the Arts
4404 Rte 28
Cotuit MA 02635
(508) 428-0669
www.artsonthecape.com