Berks County Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Happening
Schedule
Sat Sep 10 2022 at 04:30 pm to 10:00 pm
Location
First Energy Stadium | Reading, PA
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The Berks County Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, (BCRRHOF), has partnered with The Reading Fightins and The Reading Musical Foundation to present our Berks County Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Happening at First Energy Stadium on Saturday, September 10, 2022, with live music jam starting at 4:30 SHARP hosted by BCRRHOFamer JOHN KING with other BCRRHOF guests followed immediately by a set by ANTHROPHOBIA in the beer garden area, followed by the 2022 BCRRHOF Induction at 6:15 PM led by BCRRHOFamers Charles J. Adams III, Bob Yost, Mike Anderson, Dave Lewis and Dave Kline. All of this happens before the Reading Fightins game, followed by a fireworks show, immediately followed by a live set from THE MASCOT BAND and the BCRRHOF Grand Finale Music Jam.General admission tickets are on sale in advance at First Energy Stadium or at the gate. Special VIP picnic area tickets for admission, food and beverages may be bought in advance at Deck Picnic Ticket: https://groupmatics.events/event/Berkscounty
General admission tickets and other reserved seats: https://www.ticketreturn.com/prod2new/Buy.asp
2022 BCRRHOF Inductees will include...
ANTHROPHOBIA:
The band have been bringing their eclectic fusion of Rock, Punk, and Metal to the masses for decades (minus a 7 year hiatus from 2007 - 2015). In 2015 they regrouped releasing 'Rewired' in 2016, followed by 'Grind' in Dec. 2017. August of 2020 'Altered States' was released on vinyl, CD and digital. Anthrophobia have been signed recording artists, a touring band, and well respected name in the industry for over 30 years. Bandleader Frank Phobia has been a leading impresario in the Berks regional music scene and beyond for several decades as well as a record label owner, record producer, talent buyer, promoter, manager, venue owner, writer, radio DJ, and podcast host. Inducted members of Anthrophobia will be:
Frank Phobia (vocals), Brent Black (guitar), Rob DiJoseph (bass), Dickie Delp (drums), Eric Bess (bass), Dave Lord (guitar), Tim Risser (bass), Michael Arevalo (guitar), Joe Donato (drums), Hans Schloesser (guitar), Todd Owens (bass)
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Dave Kapaona:
Played drums in the 1972 sounds of Reading album, with The Incredible Soultet. Toured with The Pointer Sisters and a whole bunch of Reading & Berks County. Living
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Dean Strause:
Played trumpet in Muhlenberg Township school band and for a soul band called The Highlights. Later became the bassist for Zacariah and the driving bottom end for the Hunch Boogie Band. Recorded at Muscle Shoals Sound Studio in Alabama and opened for acts such as Leslie West & Mountain. Living
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Kim Longlott:
Right-hand teammate to Dave Kline during the founding and first three formative years of the Berks County Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Responsible for working with members of the Berks History Center to create the popular four-year exhibit featuring Berks County Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees and their musical and wardrobe memorabilia. Co-Producer of three Magical History Tour concert events featuring Berks County Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees. Deceased
Daughter Mallory J. O'Riordan will accept the award for her mother.
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Reading Fightins Mascot Band:
Screwball – Drums
“Best Friend” – Dean Stump
Quack the Duck – Lead Singer & Guitar
“Best Friend” – Todd Hunsicker
Change-Up the Turtle – Percussion
“Best Friend” – Tom Hunsicker
Bucky the Beaver – Bass Guitar
“Best Friend” – Mike Fink
Blooper the Hound Dog – Lead Guitar
“Best Friend” – Gene Sweeney
Fun Facts:
The R-Phils Mascot Band has performed 250+ shows at FirstEnergy Stadium (probably closer to 300 total shows)
The band has performed multiple shows at Veterans Stadium & Citizens Bank Park as part of Phillie Phanatic Birthday celebrations. The R-Phils mascot band was the final rock band to perform on-field at Veterans Stadium, and the first rock band to perform on-field at Citizens Bank Park. Outside performances also include the Lakewood Blue Claws, Aberdeen Iron Birds, Olivet Boys & Girls Club, and the old Tommy’s Café.
The band has performed on a float in the Reading Holiday Parade for a number of years, including back-to-back first place awards in the corporate float division in 2018 & 2019. PA equipment from Fred’s Music that was obtained for the initial Mascot Band shows led to the R-Phils scheduling local bands on a regular basis.
In 2011, inspired by the growth of live music at the ballpark due to the evolution of the Mascot Band, the R-Phils constructed a permanent stage with built-in sound system as part of a 10 million dollar renovation project. As a result, thousands of Berks musicians from school groups to adult bands have been able to perform live music at America’s Classic Ballpark. Mascot Band philosophy… “Everyone should play an instrument at some point in your life. You should practice often, with the goal of becoming the best musician possible, however, don’t wait until you’re an expert to just get up in front of your family and friends and HAVE FUN playing music!”
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The gorgeous new awards are limited edition, 15" tall, custom glass works of art symbolizing the treble clef of music with the following inscription at the base...
Berks County Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
Honors 2022 Inductee
(Inductee Name)
Service to Humanity Through Music
Supported by The Reading Musical Foundation
For more information contact:
Dave Kline - Executive Director of Berks County Rock & Roll Hall of Fame at [email protected]
or 610-741-8499
BCRRHOF 2022 Admin Team is...
Dave Kline - BCRRHOF Executive Director
Robert "Bob" Yost - BCRRHOF Art Director
Charles J. "Charlie" Adams III - BCRRHOF Presenter
Mike "Andy" Anderson - BCRRHOF Presenter
Dave Lewis - BCRRHOF Presenter See less
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Where is it happening?
First Energy Stadium, 1900 Centre Ave,Reading,PA,United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays: