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Long Island Music Hall of Fame induction ceremony
The 4th Long Island Music Hall of Fame induction ceremony took place last night at the Paramount in Huntington with much fanfare like classic cars dropping off recipients and presenters. Around 7:30 Jason the WBAB Marketing Director, my girl and I rolled up to the theater in a 1971 Mustang ...
You makea sucky phone
I love my iPhone as many people do. Oddly even when we get pissed at it for not doing what it is supposed to we sing its praises to the next person who asks. It’s funny how we have gotten attached to the devices. Apple produced or not they have ...
Up Up and Awaaaitaminute, He what?
By now you have seen the man falling to earth and breaking the sound barrier. His name is Felix Baumgartner and he is a daredevil and probably a touch crazy. But the sheer magnitude of what he did is nothing short of monumental. This article gave me great insight into ...
Sad and Big Blues
New York Giants Return From West Coast To Vandalized, Stolen Cars There has always been a rub between NY and NJ. I mean let’s face it NJ smells upon entry. To be fair entering from the south it smells pretty from the northeast it smells like death. But what happened ...
Kings of Swagger Rock
Aerosmith has been rocking for over 40 years and as the reigning kings of what I like to call “American swagger rock” they have given us their all. In return they have received tons of accolades and boatloads of cash. On November 6th they drop “Music from another Dimension” the ...
GWAR covers Kansas
I remember hearing “Carry on Wayward Son” when I was younger and really loving the sound of it. Sonically it was one of the better produced albums of the time. The lyrics hit home too. It still holds up today being a true classic. Being a metal head it really ...
K’Nex Kiss and Beatles Buildable Figures
If you know me you know I love Kiss and I am not a huge Beatles fan. So it’s a rare opportunity to speak of them both at the same time and yet here I am. Today Kiss released “Monster” their 20th studio album! Also going on sale today are ...
Axl Coming to the Small Screen
Axl Rose has agreed to a very rare television interview on Jimmy Kimmel Live to promote Guns N' Roses' upcoming residency at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas. The Appetite for Democracy shows begin on October 31 and run for 12 dates through November 24, and Axl ...
This guy takes popping the question to a whole new level!
I may be a tattooed motorcycle riding metal head but that does not mean I'm heartless. As a matter of fact I'm a fan of romance. I think a woman should be treated like a woman. I also think that wooing a girl and romanticizing a relationship is a ...
Digitizing Fingers Metal Shop
One of my favorite things about Long Island is the sense of community that pulls us all together. Whether it’s the physical neighborhood, bikers, radio, musicians or the Island at large you can always find someone who will reach out a hand or in their pocket to champion a cause. ...
FMS COMICS from the '80s
Wow it’s amazing what you find when you are packing to move. Back in the ‘80s while spinning at Sundance my friend Cutter and I came up with this little Fingers Metal Shop (FMS) comic. I wrote it and he illustrated it. Although unfinished I think it came out cool. ...
I Am WBAB Beach Dig
One of our most popular and endearing contests got wrapped up today in down to the wire fashion! “I am WBAB!” Long Islanders once again exercised their phone fingers again this summer for a shot at the “I am WBAB” Hemi Powered Ram 1500 Quad 4X4 courtesy of Security Dodge ...
Fingers talks with Peter Wolf
On September 12th, The J. Geils Band returns to Long Island for a show at the NYCB Theater. I spoke to front man Peter Wolf about the legal battle between the band and John (J) Geils that’s playing out in the press as well as hit him with the “Fingers ...
Hurricane Isaac Victims Need Your Help!
Our friends at Ski’s Open Heart Foundation and the US Vets Motorcycle Club will be collecting donations to send down to Louisiana to the Victims affected by Hurricane Isaac. They have trucks set up to accept supplies and donations this week. We are asking that you contact your friends, co-workers, ...
Fingers 30th Anniversary Rock'N'Roll Roundup
I just want everyone who came and rocked out with me for my 30th Anniversary to know how grateful I am for the kind words well wishes and conversation. Check out some of the pictures from the weekend here. From Dan & the NYCB Theater staff to the vendors and ...
Fingers chats with Steve Vai
One of Long Islands guitar hero’s Steve Vai is playing my 30th anniversary bash on Friday night at the NYCB Theater at Westbury. I had a chance to talk with Steve about his career and new album “The Story of Light” as well as hit him with the “Fingers Facebook ...
Fingers talks to Doug Gray of The Marshall Tucker Band
Being employed at WBAB for 30 years has afforded me many pleasures. Meeting many wonderful Long Islanders and rock stars, getting into places and areas I never could, drunken escapades and the like. I would be lying if I said it wasn’t fun as a matter of fact it was ...
Rock CAN Roll
Bring a can of food the Fingers 30th Anniversary Rock'N'Roll Roundup. Details here. One of the hardest working dedicated people I know is Aimee Z. Holtzman President and Founder of rock CAN roll, Inc. Rock CAN roll, Inc.,® is a volunteer, 501c3, non-profit, hunger relief organization and think tank. They ...
ZZ Top & Jeremiah Weed
When your thirst for a cold libation meets up with great Texas rock and roll you get a cooler like this!! Listen to ZZ Top's new single "I Gotsta Get Paid" in this Jeremiah Weed video. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MHrS_BonASA
Fingers At Arms Length: Smokin at The Maples 2012
This weekend we get to experience the thrill of the grill as Smokin’ at Maples bangs out two days of BBQ! The Maples is located out in Manorville off Exit 70 and is a popular stop for bikers taking a scoot. This competition brings grill masters from all over all ...
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