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Here's a few of the clubs you can find us in 2009: New Holland American Legion (New Holland) Molly Maguire's Pub (Phoenixville) Lucky Stars (Reading) Pappy T's (Hamburg) Mohnton Fire Co. (Mohnton) Riverside Camping Assoc. (Lancaster) Fairview Inn (Leesport) Ephrata AmVets (Ephrata) East End (Reading) Iron Post (Temple) Pine Grove VFW (Pine Grove) Lower Allen VFW (Mechanicsburg) ...and more!
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We'll be playing at Molly Maguires in 2009!
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We can't wait to kick off the new year with a new club! Look for us at Molly Maguire's, in Phoenixville.... Saturday, January 17, 2009. Click the link to get more information about Molly Maguire's or to get directions.
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You'll see us at the 37th National Truck-in - 2009
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We're starting to plug in our Summer Events calendar! Look for us at Keystone Madness,
July 9, 2009, held at Schuylkill County Fairgrounds. Get yer motor runnin'!!!
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We're looking forward to being back at Soberstock, 2009
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Save This Date for Soberstock 2009 July 18th
On Saturday, July 12th, 2008, EDI, Inc. hosted the 11th annual Soberstock music festival...a daylong celebration of substance-free living filled with music, fun, food and fellowship. The well over 1,500 people who attended Soberstock appeared to thoroughly enjoy the great music of five local bands. For the second consecutive year, the sun made an uninterrupted appearance and we were blessed with magnificent weather for the day! The entertainment at Soberstock 2008 was awesome! Each of the bands delivered a fabulous display of talent all their own, proving once again that Recovery Rocks! Many thanks to The Mountain Folk Band, The Little Ragu Band, Vertigo Vibe, The Dave Mell Band and The John King Dance Band. Thanks to the generosity of sponsors and supporters including Sovereign Bank, Caron Treatment Centers , The Council on Chemical Abuse and Gaudenzia, we were able to make admission to Soberstock 2008 and numerous activities free of charge . In addition, we were able to offer free bus service from Reading and back throughout the day complements of Berks Career and Technology Center . Those of us in recovery know that we live life one day at a time free from the bondage of addiction by the grace of a power greater than ourselves. Soberstock is meant to be a celebration of this freedom and grace. Our goal is to keep Soberstock a free event so that all individuals and families can attend and enjoy this special event for many years to come.
~Dave Reyher , Executive Director~
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WMGK House Band Competition...not this year :(
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While we had as good a chance as any band to be in the running, it just wasn't in the cards for the Vibe and the WMGK House Band Competition this year. But, we still rock!
There's always next year.
For more information, go to WMGK
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Muhlenberg Community Days...2008
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We were back to kick off this year's annual Muhlenberg Community Days festivities on Wednesday, July 23, 2008. It's a good thing we were under the Big Top, cause it rained cats & dogs!!. We got only 1 set in; but still gave 110% of our classic rock & roll entertainment!
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Vertigo Vibe was back at SOBERSTOCK 2008!
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Vertigo Vibe was on hand for Soberstock, 2008: JULY 12, taking the stage at 3:50 pm.
In its 11th year, Soberstock continues to realize its original vision of being a day-long celebration of substance-free living filled with music, fun, food & fellowship. We were honored to be a part of this event.
This was a FREE Admission event with a huge crowd... just like Woodstock!!
Our thanks to Tom Scornavacchi and Easy Does It, Inc., for inviting us back to be part of the celebration! For additional information about their services and recovery, go to Easy Does It
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Temple Firemen's Carnival, 2008
Vertigo Vibe was back for the 2nd consecutive year for the Temple Fireman's Carnival on Saturday, July 12, 2008, It was a great turnout...everyone danced the night away and came to party!
Our thanks to Doris Seiders and the Templ Fire Co. Crew for making us feel so much at home here.
We hope to be back again next year.
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Kempton Country Fair....we did it!
Vertigo Vibe was at the 54th Annual Kempton Country Fair on June 13, 2008. This was a real country fair!
Next year, we plan to enter the tractor pull using Bryan's Hyundai SUV....look out!
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What's the buzz? Glad you asked.....
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When Vertigo Vibe was just getting started, one of our highlights was being the first band to be booked at and open the Ritz on Main nightclub. That was 2003. We played there 3 times that year, including New Years eve....what a blast! Now, it's 2008....we've got a whole new line-up...we're playing over 60 gigs a year in 5 different counties....and we're back at the Ritz!
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The Vibe adds new Lead guitar player...and welcomes Bryan Hall
Since the sudden departure of Brian Evola, who moved to South Carolina on February 20, Vertigo Vibe has actively been seeking his replacement....a difficult task at best. After an internet search and advertising campaign, we had the good fortune to locate Bryan Hall. Bryan has extensive band and touring excpeience. Originally from Nashville, Bryan has relocated near the West Chester area. This will be a happy blending of great playing and great chemistry (strictly in the spiritual sense). We will be introducing Bryan this weekend, March 7 & 8...the rest will be history!
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The Vibe was on BCTV for the 2008 Telethon...
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Did you see us on February 23, 2008, on the annual BCTV Telethon fundraiser, held at The Riveredge?. Thank you for your support and for supporting our local BCTV with your donation.
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Wintertime...and the livin' is easy...
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The Vibe teamed up with the Flying Dutchmen Ski Club for the 2nd year for their Winter Carnival on Saturday, February 2, 2008, at the Bear Creek Ski Lodge. Check out the Winter Carnival pics on our site from the event . Also, check out the Flying Dutchmen Happy Hour schedule.
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It's official....
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Two of the Beatniks (Rick Schmehl, bass, and Pete Beck, drums) will merge with three of the Vertigo Vibe guys (Brian Evola, guitar, Mark Johnson, vocals and Randy Stout, guitar)...effective January 1, 2008, to form a new version of the Vibe. This merger will bring with it a wide variety of new music for both bands as well as some new opportunities. During the transition, we will maintain the name, Vertigo Vibe.
You might consider us the Beatnik Vibe....or Beatigo Vibe....or the Vertigo Cowboys; but anyway you cut it, we will still rock your world...and we still have the vibe!!!
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There's something happening here....what it is ain't exactly clear...
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Introducing... a new acoustic rock alternative for smaller venues and more intimate clubs!
Click here for a peek.
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New Years Eve was a blast at Lancaster AmVets with Vertigo Vibe
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We hope you enjoyed your NYE at LAV with Vertigo Vibe. We'll be at Lancaster AmVets on February 8 & 9. Thanks to all who came out and especially to Kim & Wayne for throwing such a wonderful party Our best wished for a safe and very prosperous and exciting new year!!.
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We welcomed Bruce Kissinger to the Vibe stage!
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Bruce Kissinger was on hand to help the Vibe out on drums for the remainder of 2007... Bruce started playing drums at an early age, and by age 16, started playing with a full band in local clubs and bars. During his time in the Navy, Bruce played in USO shows thoughout Europe and with several bands while in the Mediterranean. After 30 years of "bangin' the skinz", he is now a major force on the local scene, having played with such bands as Freestyle, Miss T and the Mosquitoes, and Sonic. He is currently keeping it tight and funky with Blue Light Special and is lovin' every minute of it. He has graciously agreed to "fill in" during December for the remaining 2007 Vibe gigs.
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The Vibe took on Hog Heaven Harley Raffle
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Annual "Hog Heaven" party & raffle was fabulous on Saturday, October 6, 2007 ...at Benedict's Picnic Grove. Only 200 tickets were be sold, and the Grand prize: 2007 Harley Davidson, was proudly given away (as grown men wept). Vertigo Vibe provided the entertainment.
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The Vibe played Muhlenberg Community Days...
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Vertigo Vibe performed at Muhlenberg Township's Community Days at the Temple Playground, on Friday, July 27, 2007. Thanks to Karen Regenfuse and her team for including us!!! Although the electrical storm delayed our start and may have sent people home early and prevented others from coming out, we had a blast.
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Vertigo Vibe played SOBERSTOCK, 2007
Vertigo Vibe was on hand for Soberstock, 2007: JULY 21, taking the stage at 3:50 pm at Reinholds Fire Co. Carnival Grounds, 138 Main Street, Reinholds, PA In its 10th year, Soberstock continues to realize its original vision of being a day-long celebration of substance-free living filled with music, fun, food & fellowship. Our thanks to Tom Scornavacchi and Easy Does It, Inc., for inviting us to be part of the celebration! Thanks to all who attended and, with the help of Gerry Garrett & Zeus Sound, heard some of the best bands in Berks: Go Go Gadget, Dave Mell Blues Band, Vertigo Vibe and Bunchafunk. For additional information about their services and recovery, go to Easy Does It
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Temple Fireman's Carnival was great!
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This was a BIG event for the Temple Fire Co. on July 14, 2007. Thanks to all who came out to support the cause, and caught Vertigo Vibe We danced...partied and let loose with the best rock, party & dance band in Berks & Lancaster counties!!
If you were there, you were a good citizen...supporting your community fire company.... and local music!
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The Vibe and Frank FM 107.5
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The Vibe got together with the guys from Frank FM (107.5 on your radio dial) for the Berks BBQ Bash Battle of the Bands. We took the stage on Saturday, July 14, at Blue Falls Grove, Rt. 61, Leesport, along with Broken Arrow, The Rockers, Left Edge and Side Street. The Vibe felt very good about their performance, but did not come out the winner....Left Edge did. This event was fun for the whole family, and we hope to be a part of it next year!
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A new Vibe feature at our gigs...
We've introduced something new at our shows.... "Special Request Forms".... which seems to be a hit. If you have a special song request and we know it, we'll do it.... hell, we might do it even if we don't know it! If you are celebrating a special occasion or want us to make an announcement or want to get on our email list, just fill out the form... simple as that! Now, go party!!
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Do you have a special event coming up?
If you or someone you know has a special event coming up, consider booking Vertigo Vibe. Class Reunions...Corportate Events...Weddings... Private Parties, Picnics and Celebrations... it'll all go better when you have the Vibe! No job is too big or too small...and we travel within the tri-state area. When you need the best classic rock, dance & party band for your event, you need Vertigo Vibe. EmailĀ Randy for more information, availability and rates.
We've also signed with and are getting help and referrals from an entertainment group in York... more on this later!
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The latest Vibe change...
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On October 21, 2006, we began working with a new guitar player, Brian Evola. Originally from Illinois, Brian's previous band experience included Bullseye, Phaze III, Southern Pass and, most recently, Triple Shot. We want to take this opportunity to thank Jeff Schwartz, who was with Vertigo Vibe through October 14, for his dedication and his many contributions to the Vibe's ongoing success.... we wish you well and will miss you, but you will always be a member of the Vibe family!
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Keysone Madness....it's mad & it's bad!
Last year, Vertigo Vibe performed at the 2005 Van Nationals, sponsored by Moonlight Vans. This year it was... Keystone Madness 2006, backed by Performance, Inc.
No matter what it's called, this is one helluva n'event...it's just madness!
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Vertigo Vibe joins Greater Reading Chamber of Commerce...
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In order to reach a wider audience and promote the band for more special events and private parties, Vertigo Vibe has joined Greater Reading Chamber of Commerce in July, 2006. Look for us at the mixers and events...hopefully we'll be playing one of your events soon!
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Thanks for the opportunity....BCTV!
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We'd like to express our thanks to Phil and Joie Long and the entire BCTV crew for giving Vertigo Vibe the opportunity to play at the Dance Telethon on Saturday, July 15, 2006. It was a successful event....and ensuring the goal was exceeded, Sen. Mike O'Pake was on hand to contribute $10,000 to the cause.
Also, many thanks to Eric Cawalla, our sound engineer for the night. If you saw us on TV an wondered who that cute girl was singing with us....it was none other than Maria Kacanda, BCTV's Quest for the Best winner! Also, thanks goes out to the folks at Sinking Spring Fire Co., who donated (on behalf of the Vibe) to BCTV.
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Spotlight on Vertigo Vibe
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Vertigo Vibe was one of the first bands featured on Berks Tonight's web site. Not only that...we were featured twice!! Check out our article .
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