Escuchar In the Flamingo Lounge with Rockabilly Greg

This week, we're talking with a cool young band making some serious waves (and noise!). Say hello to 8/10: Jason Wrona on guitar, Zack Punturiero on drums, and Wren Andrews on the synths. These guys have a great story – they met at the music mall, sharing practice rooms and eventually forming this awesome trio. They got their start playing parties, friend’s houses in basements and under porches where they strive to achieve unique sounds. While they're now hitting the stage, their core remains in the joy of improvisation and making music together. The trio joined Rockabilly Greg In the Flamingo Lounge on April 10, 2025 to talk about how they met and got their sound. They shared to songs, “Mommy” and “Trijangle” which can be heard at the end of the episode.

In 2015, years after setting aside her larger musical dreams to dedicate herself to raising a family, multi-talented singer/songwriter DeeAnn DiMeo is back to create her legacy. Her latest album “It’s My Time”, currently receiving National airplay with Neal Sapper, New World n Jazz and featuring three original songs amidst a mix of folk, pop and jazz classics, is the latest manifestation of the Niagara Falls, NY native’s renewed vision of her life. DeeAnn visited the Flamingo Lounge on April 8, 2025 to tell her remarkable story, and give us a glimpse into her new single “Simply Beautiful”.

Hailing from Buffalo, NY, this week’s guests, Mike Geraci and Christian Lee from The Abruptors—weave a tapestry of ska, reggae, and rocksteady, infused with lyrical depth and authentic emotion. Since their 2015 inception, they've navigated the complexities of emotion, fear, relationships, and the inevitable disasters of life. Their latest album, "Everything You Know Is Wrong," released through Asian Man Records, showcases their unique blend of heartfelt storytelling and infectious rhythms. Rounding out the band is Toni LaMantia and Alex Schultz. Mike and Christian visited the Flamingo Lounge on March 27, 2025 and shared their stories and two tracks from their new record.

This week’s guest, Thom Jennings, joined Rockabilly Greg in the Flamingo Lounge on march 24, 2025. Thom is an award-winning music writer and aficionado specializing in classic rock music. With an unwavering passion for the genre, he has spent the last 15 years delving into the timeless sounds that defined an era and capturing the essence of legendary artists through his insightful writings. Driven by his thirst for knowledge, Thom spent his youth scouring record bins in Western New York for any and all information about his favorite bands. That led to a passion for live music.  In 2008, Thom was an established freelance op-ed writer for the Medina Journal-Register; he had the opportunity to cover a classic rock concert series in Lockport, NY. That morphed into a weekly music column for the Lockport Union Sun & Journal and the Niagara Gazette. Thom is currently the longest-tenured music writer for a daily newspaper in Western New York. Beyond his writing endeavors, Thom has also hosted podcasts, panel discussions, and presentations at historical societies.  His latest project is Missing Man – The Vince Welnick Story, is a six-part podcast series exploring the life and career of the late keyboardist. The podcast delves into Welnick’s musical legacy, his struggles, and the lasting impact he had on those who knew him. In addition to his work as a writer and speaker, Thom has performed stand-up comedy and is an actor and host for The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery, where he blends his passion for storytelling with interactive entertainment.

This week’s guest, Cathy Carfagna, Joined Rockabilly Greg in the Flamingo Lounge on March 19, 2025. Carfagna, a 30-year veteran of Western New York's music scene, began her musical journey as a child, progressing to piano lessons and diverse band experiences. In the 1990s, she toured with the folk-pop duo Jazzabels, earning critical acclaim and releasing two albums. She also contributed to bands like the French Ticklers and Voice of Cheez. Her recording "If You Lose An Angel" was featured in the Oscar-nominated film "Nebraska". Since 2014, Cathy has been active in MusicalFare's Premier Cabaret and has participated in various theater productions, including "Late in the Evening: The World According to Paul Simon."