Beck (Los Angeles, CA) Beat the traffic and enjoy a 90-minute preshow event from show time. Menu. Jimmy Koplik's Rock & Roll Lounge: Pixies And Modest Mouse buy. Jimmy talked about a few of the highly anticipated shows already announced for the year, including Carrie Underwood and The Killers. Rock. (18:14) Comedian Jim Florentine illustrates the many details from the Will Smith incident at the Oscars, that he thinks proves it was a staged event. (0:00)<br><br>Dumb Ass News - A woman in New Jersey has gone viral for her eyewitness account of a tornado. A legendary concert promoter, Jim is responsible for thousands of shows that include legends such as The Rolling Stones, Fleetwood Mac, Paul McCartney, and Frank Sinatra to name a few. The crowd was electric and enthusiastically greeted us. Most Popular UConn women's basketball routs No. Flanked by developer Howard Saffan and concert promoter Jim Koplik, Mayor Joe Ganim expressed high hopes for the plans his office approved earlier in the week. Live Nation’s Jimmy Koplik did not have any news to break, but he did explain how concerts in 2020 could work, if they are given the green light by Governor Lamont. Didn't listen, but nice find!. . No matter what your age, if you've seen a rock concert in Connecticut, chances are it happened because of Jimmy Koplik. Saffan and his partner in the venture, veteran concert promoter Jim Koplik of Live Nation, were on hand at the amphitheater with other officials Tuesday to celebrate another milestone in their. Jimmy talked about a few of the highly anticipated shows already announced for the year, including Carrie Underwood and The Killers. to 2:30 p. Mickelson liked what he saw and decided to become a promoter. J. Jim Koplik Presents produces 150 concerts a year, many for the Toyota Presents Oakdale Theatre in Wallingford, the Xfinity Theatre and for the Mohegan Sun Casino in Uncasville. The Connecticut bottle bill is changing. Mayor Joe Ganim is joined by other city officials and developers for groundbreaking. (0:00)The annual CT United Ride in memory of 9/11 is the largest in the state. During their performance members of the Allman Brothers Band who were backstage were invited to. “Dave is unquestionably the number one live performer in the history of Connecticut. Jim Koplik" Jim Koplik" is an United States concert promoter who has Record producer shows by The Rolling Stones, Paul McCartney, Bruce Springsteen, REO Speedwagon, Madonna ( entertainer ), Billy Joel and Elton John, among others A resident of Stamford, Connecticut, Koplik works through " Jim Koplik Presents ", his Wallingford, Connecticut. Legendary promoter Jim Koplik has had a front-row seat to it all, opening the venue first as The Meadows and overseeing its promotion from Day 1 and to its. News 12 (Video) Made In Connecticut: Legendary concert promoter Jimmy Koplik. Ned Lamont’s administration, which has set strict regulations for doing business during the. Next Big Red trailblazer in Big Ten. . His father suggested forming a partnership with his card playing buddy’s son. . Highlights from another awesome show. 1 million, and he. The success of the concert. It was the Summer of 1973, the ‘Hippie movement’ of the 1960’s still existed, but only in isolated pockets, tucked way in the dusty cobwebbed corners of the counterculture. Was just listening to WPLR morning show on my way into work, and every week they do a segment with Jimmy Koplik (this area’s Live Nation promoter). Jim Koplik has promoted the Rolling Stones, McCartney and Springsteen over the years. It turns out Michael Rapino’s $139 million pay package is costing Live Nation in more ways than one, as the promoter now has the dubious distinction of shelling out the largest CEO paycheck and. EMPWR coats transform into sleeping bags and can be worn over the shoulder helping people stay. July 12, 2018. Live Nation’s Jimmy Koplik addressed the many failures of Woodstock ’99 (which he was not a part of) that led to one of the most destructive events in concert history. com has parking passes for many event locations with multiple options. ”. Jim Koplik, the promoter’s regional president, sat next to Saffan. Legendary concer producers Shelly Finkel and Jim Koplik brought to life after a successful concert with the Grateful Dead before that set the stage for Summer Jam. Jim Koplik is the president of Connecticut and the Upstate New York Region for Live Nation. Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik was on with Chaz and AJ this morning for his first appearance of 2023. The Hartford Healthcare Amphitheater, in. Plus, some more hints about this year's Sound on Sound music festival, and the 21 artists that have already been. 1 of 5. Michael Chime, who helped to develop this was on to explain how the idea came to be, and the Connecticut guys he’s working with to. “Sound on Sound” info and behind the scenes at Connecticut’s largest music festival. James also answers to James H Koplick, Jim Kaplik, Jim H Koplik, Jim Koplik and James H Koplik, and perhaps a couple of other names. Sara Koplik, director of Hillel at UNM's Jewish Student. Members who subscribe for Friends of Jimmy 2023 are eligible to order tickets for events taking place during the 2023 calendar year only (January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023) regardless of public on-sale date. From his early Cross Country Concert days with his partner Shelly Finkel to his current position as. “The Good Ol’ Grateful Deadcast,” the official Grateful Dead podcast, is a series devoted to exploring the music and mythology behind one of the most enduring, progressive, and influential bands in the history of recorded. Norman, Chaz & AJ, Drew, Steve and Stew, Rachel. 9 of 15 10 of 15 Howard Saffan, left, owner of SportsCenter of Connecticut, and Jim Koplik, regional president of concert promoter Live Nation, following the Harbor Yard Amphitheater announcement. Thursday, June 4: Foxwoods First Week Open, Cart Narcs, Jimmy Koplik Concert Stories and Updates, Sports Restarting with Drew Brees . Rock. Bridgeport Art Trail Story Telling Exchange. We had brought a bunch of t-shirts to the gig with us like we usually did at the time. Developer Howard Saffan and concert promoter Jim Koplik of Live Nation recently said they need Gov. A very special Thank You to Shelly Finkel. July 12, 2018. . AJ goes in the Box and the hell ride begins. He is now. The list provided an interesting look into the musical tastes of ticket buyers in Connecticut, and Jimmy ended the segment with a. Former Navy SEAL sniper Howard Wasdin talks about the real life “Black Hawk Down” incident and the best sniper shot he ever had (0:00), the Bradley Airport plane crash tower audio, plus the pilot that was supposed to be flying, Paul Colella (7:41), Jimmy Koplik talks about KISS (19:03), and Larry the Cable Guy gives his first morning radio. Willy Wonka Jr. The Stones had been holed up upstate in Washington rehearsing for their upcoming Steel Wheels tour and wanted to play for a small live. Flashback: Watkins Glen Summer Jam 1973. 9:30. (0:00)Jim Koplik is the president of Connecticut and the Upstate New York Region for Live Nation. Y. 1PLR)/NEW HAVEN, CT's Morning Show CHAZ & AJ helped raise over $88,400 in cash for JIMMY KOPLIK’s "Coats For A Cause. (0:00)<br><br>Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik answered the Tribe's questions about their favorite artists, and when/if they will be coming to play in Connecticut. Our colleague Large Dave pulled a few strings and asked Koplik to join the Ethan and Lou Show on I-95, and he obliged on Thursday (9/14/22). Jimmy Koplik is on Facebook. However, that tour stop is known more so because the parking brake was left off on the band’s tour bus and it crashed through a gas station and into a bank. Lynyrd Skynyrd performed on September 7, 1974. When Hartford's Superintendent of Schools, Patricia A. Years active. “We believe that it is so important to get to the youth of Connecticut, and Jimmy has absolutely created — Jimmy and his son, Jeremy Koplik — have created a 25-concert schedule that should interest 18- to 35-year-olds. The man is responsible for bringing pretty much any headline entertainer that you've ever wanted to see live in concert here to Connecticut over the past 50 years. Representatives of the Stones met with Koplik, Toad’s owners Spoerndle and Brian Phelps, a sound engineer and security chief at the club at 300 York St. Neither Mr. Get our free mobile app. 01:32:41 - Kevin from McDermott Chevrolet and Lexus was on to explain the need for new safety boxes, which protect the medical professionals when intubating pa…The event was kept top secret by promoter Jimmy Koplik (he told his friends it was a dance party for his 40th birthday), the club’s owners Mike Spoerndle and Brian Phelps and a few other insiders. Diarrhea and vomiting. A resident of Stamford, Connecticut, Koplik works through Jim Koplik Presents, his Wallingford, Connecticut -based. 4. Organizers of Bridgeport's Sound On Sound music festival have teased a "stadium-sized act" that will headline the 2023 edition of the festival. Shelly Finkel and Jim Koplik, the two promoters of Summer Jam, had been producing rock concerts in Connecticut and had established a regular audience. (23:01) Steve Kueny grew a giant pumpkin, hollowed it out, got inside, and paddled it for over 39 miles down a. Along the way, he built personal and professional relationships with managers and promoters, including Rick Franks, Jimmy Koplik, Andy Hewitt, Jay Marciano and Jimmy Nederlander, among others. Jim Koplik has earned a place in the concert-promoting hall of fame for helping throw what is still the biggest rock show in U. Jim Koplik and Shelly Finkel, promoters of Summer Jam, are working with world-class filmmakers to make an independent documentary about Summer Jam at Watkins Glen. Live Nation’s Jimmy Koplik addressed comments made by the Governor to Chaz and AJ yesterday, about outdoor concerts looking realistic for phase 3 of CT reopening. Sept 30 - Oct 1, 2023 Bridgeport, CT. Live Nation’s Jimmy Koplik shares his go-to Halloween candy, but more importantly gave insight on the potential for Sound on Sound returning in 2024, and what he said on the air last week to get in hot water with Bruce Springsteen. Pollstar sister publication VenuesNow in its Year End issue unveiled its yearly Hall Of Honor class, which this year includes noted venue exec. . On Friday, in partnership with the self-described “concert kid” who’s now governor, Koplik took a crack. Self: Pizza: A Love Story. Jimmy Koplik's Rock & Roll Lounge: The Temptations & the Four Tops is happening on Saturday, May 20, 2023 at 07:30PM EDT at Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater…Norm Pattis talks about his client, Fotis Dulos, even though the judge has placed a public gag order (0:00), Jimmy Koplik talks about the Eagles tour playing “Hotel California” in it’s entirety (13:13), more haunted places in Connecticut, plus Angelo proposes sleeping in a body bag at one of the cemeteries to raise donations for this year’s Toy. It was the Summer of 1973, the ‘Hippie movement’ of the 1960’s still existed, but only in isolated pockets, tucked way in the dusty cobwebbed corners of the counterculture. Groups like the Grateful Dead, Allman Brothers Band, and The Band were still playing to crowds that held tightly to the ideals. He was on to talk about watching Monday Night Football as the announcement was made to the country. 8:30. WALLINGFORD >> The owner of the Oakdale Theater is abandoning efforts to get the state to pay a portion of the cost of soundproofing part of the venue used for smaller events. Groups like the Grateful Dead, Allman Brothers Band, and The Band were still playing to crowds that held tightly to the ideals. CFO Joe Berchtold also saw his overall compensation jump to $52. ” The concert was produced by Shelly Finkel and Jim Koplik, two promoters who had organized a successful Grateful Dead concert at Dillon Stadium, Hartford, Connecticut, in 1972. The Summer Jam festival at Watkins Glen was organised by Shelly Finkel and Jim Koplik, two young promoters who had recently cut their teeth setting up and promoting a concert for The Grateful Dead, during which members of The Allman brothers joined the likes of Jerry Garcia for an impromptu, extended jam. Koplik, said he got to know Meat Loaf when they both lived in Stamford, and described the artist’s on-stage persona as gigantic. Around 60 members of Connecticut's media landscape took the tour with me and it was great to see my friends Mike Lapitino, Bozzi, Storm N. Additionally, Live Nation promotes and produces shows at the XL Center in Hartford and other venues within the state of Connecticut. Register or Buy Tickets, Price information. Every artist scheduled to perform will be announced live on Chaz and AJ, Tuesday, February 14th. The Hartford Healthcare Amphitheater, in. Subject: Re: Unbelievable. Koplik Jimmy. [1] [ page needed ] At that show the Grateful Dead were joined on-stage by Dickey Betts , Berry Oakley , and Jai Johanny Johanson , members of the Allman Brothers Band . Jimmy Koplik is on with Chaz and AJ - the Tribe called in about bands like Pearl Jam, Neil Young and AC/DC. Help came in the form of Bill Graham, Jim Koplik and Shelly Finkel. Thursday, February 28: Pam's Officially Leaving Us And Jimmy. Jimmy revealed how they chose which shows to offer, and which ones have been selling quickly after just one day. Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik was on with Chaz and AJ this morning to talk about all shows coming to Connecticut. James H Koplik was born on August 11, 1949, so he is about to turn or is already 74. Filmmakers have already conducted a number of interviews with the likes of ABB drummer Jaimoe, guitarist Derek Trucks, author Alan Paul, co-promoters Jim Koplik and Shelly Finkel as well as the. Throughout the concert, the two promoters, Jim Koplik, 23, and Shelly Finkel, 29, wandered in and out of the white press trailer, “making themselves available for interviews,” as the press. Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik was on the phone this morning to talk about the disturbing trend of things being thrown on stage during concerts, usually at the performers. We were partners for over 25x years and remain brothersJimmy Koplik is on with Chaz and AJ - the Tribe called in about bands like Pearl Jam, Neil Young and AC/DC. Concert promoter Jim Koplik helped recruit the Grateful Dead, the Allman Brothers and The Band to play in Watkins Glen at one of the biggest shows ever held. (5:45 PM show, 4:15 PM preshow) This is in the comfort of Jimmy's personal club. VIP and. LOUISIANA. Saffan added he, along with Jimmy Koplik, who runs Live Nation’s Connecticut operation, and son Jeremy Koplik all live in the area and the Kopliks in particular “look at the venue as theirs. Plus, some more hints about this year's. Out they came, those rock ‘n’ roll immortals, standing so close to us: Jagger, Richards. (He has since moved his operations to Montclair, N. We sold 150,000. Mayor Joe Ganim, Live Nation concert promoter Jim Koplik and developer Howard Saffan broke ground Thursday on a $15 million warm-weather amphitheater whose boutique tensile roof more than 100 feet high will change the face of the Downtown/South. There may be indoor and outdoor options for tailgate events in the parking lot, but you should always check the local rules. “We knew we were in trouble on Friday,” Jimmy Koplik, one of the show’s producers, says today. PODCAST – Thursday, March 16: Comedian Ayeshah Mae; Jimmy Koplik. It's August 25th On Today's Date in Jim Koplik Presents History: 1975 - The Beach Boys w/ Captain & Tenille - New Haven Coliseum, New Haven CT 1978 - Bruce Springsteen - New Haven Coliseum, New. Learn more about COVID-19 from the experts at Hartford HealthCare Do you have questions about COVID-19 or the vaccines? Concerns about variants or information you may have heard?6:00. Spoerndle said, “Ladies and gentlemen” and Koplik said, “Please welcome the Rolling Stones!”. Granat, a Michigan. They began preparations in February, built. Lord's work, well done! Doesn't seem to be a guy that'd talk out of his ass. Throughout the concert, the two promoters, Jim Koplik, 23, and Shelly Finkel, 29, wandered in and out of the white press trailer, “making themselves available for interviews,” as the press. Live Nation owns and operates the Oakdale Theatre in Wallingford and the Xfinity Theatre in Hartford. Next month, we will be partnering with the Bridgeport Rescue Mission to distribute thousands of holiday turkeys. 1 will feature the inimitable Connecticut Concert King Jimmy Koplik and WPLR’s Mike Lapitino, sharing fascinating backstage stories about the Rock. Other partners include Live Nation and Hartford Healthcare Amphitheater developer Howard Saffan. Jimmy Koplik is on with Chaz and AJ - the Tribe called in about bands like Pearl Jam, Neil Young and AC/DC. This one in Connecticut. Listen to audio about Jimmy Koplik. Watch the trailer below to get a sneak peek. The owner of this station is about to have the burger of his life. Mickelson was in college at Ohio State and had friends working with Jimmy Koplik, another veteran promoter, when Koplik was an OSU student booking shows in Columbus. New date. Koplik assumes that The Eagles will gross about $5 million during the band’s Great Woods stint alone. I am Jim Koplik of Stamford, Connecticut, President of Live Nation Connecticut and Upstate New York. Occupation (s) Promoter. Then the Tribe called in their questions about some future touring possibilities for the Red Hot Chili Peppers, the KJimmy Koplik is widely known as a concert promoter, but he’s also a key developer of outdoor music venues. “A man that. 9:00. Revisiting Watkins Glen Summer Jam 1973. Connect With Us. Jimmy Koplik shared some stories about strange concert pairings, and opening bands he though were better than the headliners. at St. Tickets. His story is the thing that dreams are made of. Shelly Finkel and Jim Koplik limited the $10 tickets at 150,000, but many fans came without tickets, turning the festival. With 600,000 people crammed. Jimmy Koplik, at the time vice president of Delsener/Slater Enterprises, announces the Rolling Stones’ “No Security” tour date for the Hartford Civic Center, which they played March 28, 1999. 8:30. Koplik is also part of the team bringing this year's Sound on Sound Music Festival. Koplik is currently promoting his Sound on Sound music festival coming to Bridgeport, CT on September 24 and 25 of 2022. In mid-October Mayor Joe Ganim’s administration and the City Council approved a 10-year contract with the group. Chip and I became friendly in 1971 when he promoted the Beach Boys at Carnegie Hall, and I promoted Columbus, Ohio the day before. The success of the concert convinced. When I worked at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland a few years ago I oversaw all social and digital media. Bronchitis, laryngitis or croup. Jim Koplik, president of the Jim Koplik Presents, a division of Clear Channel Media, which owns the theater, said five companies had bid for the rights. Jim Koplik is an American concert promoter who has produced shows by The Rolling Stones Paul McCartney Bruce Springsteen REO Speedwagon Madonna Billy Joel and. Live Nation’s Jimmy Koplik further promoted the Masks for CT event next Tuesday, and which canceled and rescheduled concerts are starting to see refunds. Jun 22, 2024 - Jun 23, 2024. Koplik and Saffon also want to bring an additional large-scale music festival to Seaside Park the same month, not as a replacement for the Gathering of the. That figure was later raised to 150,000 after health permits and other requirements were met, and Finkel said the site could comfortably hold 200,000. A very special Thank You to Shelly Finkel. Live Nation Regional President Jim Koplik, left, speaks during the Harbor Yard Amphitheater announcement on McLevy Green in Bridgeport, Conn. ) When you join the Friends of Jimmy Ticket Club you unlock exclusive access to tickets for some of the biggest shows that Live Nation brings to the Toyota Oakdale Theatre, Xfinity Theatre, the Hartford HealthCare Amphitheatre, Mohegan Sun Arena and more! Members also enjoy receiving complimentary tickets to select shows. 1972. Kudos to Jordan Wolowitz, Jim Koplik and Jeremy Koplik. Koplik nor Chevrolet would. Image Credit: REUTERS/Hannah Mckay/File. He was on “Chaz and AJ” this morning to discuss how the Watkins Glen Summer Jam turned out to be his own personal disaster. A legendary concert promoter, Jim is responsible for thousands of shows that. Goosemas 2023 at Mohegan! CT native here, my local rock station had Jimmy Koplik on (the President of LiveNation for this region) for questions. Then we threw out a bunch of our band t-shirts to the crowd. Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater tickets and upcoming 2023 event schedule. Will any of them be coming to Connecticut? Jimmy Koplik on CT Concerts | Jimmy Koplik is on with Chaz and AJ - the Tribe called in about bands like Pearl Jam, Neil Young and AC/DC. Randall Beach is a former rock music critic, reporter, and columnist for the New Haven Register. . It’s ok to criticize the new classes and tell us that rap doesn’t belong with rock – discourse is good! What’s not ok are the racist tirades that filled our. That’s a home run of a person. Still, it would take the median employee 808 years to earn Mr. Select this result to view James Howard Koplik's phone number, address, and more. Koplik and Saffon also want to bring an additional large-scale music festival to Seaside Park the same month, not as a replacement for the Gathering of the. Jimmy Koplik's Rock & Roll Lounge: The Temptations & the Four Tops. Join Facebook to connect with Jimmy Koplik and others you may know. 6,725 likes · 170 talking about this. We were partners for over 25x years and. . Plus, his favorite moments from the New Haven Coliseum and why Guns N’ Roses canceled their show at Lake Compounce years and years ago. Jimmy had updates and information for the Sound on Sound Music Festival, Jason Aldean, David Lee Roth – and the first time he saw backstage meet and greets start to make big money for an artist. Dumb Ass News. Koplik was on Chaz and AJ this morning telling the story of how in the late seventies he was losing “hundreds of thousands of dollars on shows”. BRIDGEPORT — Jim Koplik has promoted the Rolling Stones, McCartney and Springsteen over the years. com, the number one source for concerts, sports, arts, theater, theatre, broadway shows, family event tickets on online. Update: see contract here. Plus, the Tribe had some questions for him about concerts being rescheduled or canceled. “These guys do what they say they’re gonna do,” insisted Kristen Okesson, general manager at Connoisseur Media, which. "The '70s acts didn't work, except for the Eagles and Kiss," said Jim Koplik of Metropolitan Entertainment, one of the Northeast's top concert promoters. Pichai’s pay. So was a promoter named John Drew, who was a partner with Don Law. Jim Koplik, who operates the amphitheater, said 10. Devoted. Active. audioboom. Layoffs coming to Sikorsky and do we have a Powerball winner? 6:20. Jim Koplik, President of Live Nation CT “Although I am disappointed that we cannot provide concert fans a 2020 season, I am excited that our 2021 will be a full summer season with great shows Damage at Sunday night’s Rage Against the Machine concert at the Meadows Music Theatre in Hartford was put at as much as $40,000 on Monday. He would not put a number on the band’s Hartford gross, except to say that it would be. His answer was Goosemas this year!! Fingers crossed this is true!Koplik started his career in the late 1960s, when he was a student at Ohio State University and brought the band Steppenwolf to the school for a show. KOPLIK--Andrea Wolfson. Sound On Sound. are over. Granat, a Michigan. Joe Nolan, the CEO of Eversource, was on to talk about rates going up, and his concern for winter blackouts if the weather is too cold. The price of admission was $10 and word spread fast of this event, as approximately 150, 000 tickets were sold. They began preparations in February, built. Live Nation’s Jimmy Koplik was on with Chaz and AJ this morning to talk about concerts coming to Connecticut, including some news about Tool at Mohegan. Jim Koplik" Jim Koplik" is an United States concert promoter who has Record producer shows by The Rolling Stones, Paul McCartney, Bruce Springsteen, REO Speedwagon, Madonna ( entertainer ), Billy Joel and Elton John, among others A resident of Stamford, Connecticut, Koplik works through " Jim Koplik Presents ", his Wallingford, Connecticut. Join Facebook to connect with Jim Koplik and others you may know. The show’s ending witnessed a renowned musician joining the Dead onstage for a mega-jam. A true gentleman and mensch of the old-school, he was an exceptional father to Andie (Jimmy) Koplik, Larry (Robin) Wolfson, cherished grandfather of Kimberly, Kacey, Emily and Jeremy. In October, Live Nation regional president Jimmy Koplik told Hearst Connecticut Media that the venue had already confirmed 15 shows for the Hartford Healthcare Amphitheater's 2022 season. The film promises to provide an authentic and comprehensive portrayal of the rock festival, providing a snapshot of a key moment in rock history and the careers of Koplik and Finkel. News 12 (Video) Made In Connecticut: Legendary concert promoter Jimmy Koplik. (15:04) Alex held for over an hour to share his Van Halen memories with Chaz and AJ. (0:00) The annual CT United Ride in memory of 9/11 is the largest in the state. Norman, Chaz & AJ, Drew, Steve and Stew,. . And here is the full Festival line up. But Arfa also paid his dues, working alongside other paragons of the industry, including Mitch Slater, Bob Sillerman, Marsha Vlasic, K2’s John. Along the way, he built personal and professional relationships with managers and promoters, including Rick Franks, Jimmy Koplik, Andy Hewitt, Jay Marciano and Jimmy Nederlander, among others. His base salary increased slightly to $1. Tickets. AJ will basically be a Girl Scout today. audioboom. "We are thrilled to bring the second annual Sound On Sound back to Seaside Park. (CelebrityAccess) — Jimmy Koplik, the legendary New England concert promoter and President of Live Nation Connecticut-Upstate New York will be featured on. Mickelson was in college at Ohio State and had friends working with Jimmy Koplik, another veteran promoter, when Koplik was an OSU student booking shows in Columbus. Find Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater venue concert and event schedules, venue information, directions, and seating charts. (6:08)<br><br>DumbThe presale will begin at noon ET TODAY, Thursday 3. I got a chance to meet *(Summer Jam promotor) Jimmy Koplik 10-12 years ago. 1 of 5. Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik admitted he works every day to bring Paul McCartney to Connecticut. It represents the beginning of a succession plan as veteran concert promoter Jim Koplik trains his son Jeremy to one day take over the business. Attorney General William Tong was on with Chaz and AJ to make an announcement about Kia/Hyundai thefts. His story is the thing that dreams are made of. I called asking if Goose is on the schedule for Mohegan. It’s one of many colorful stories shared by Koplik, one of the true pioneers among concert promoters. Koplik, 62, has been promoting shows in Connecticut. WPLR from last Thursday 3/9 click on that date to listen. Before the band Caamp performed, promoter Jimmy Koplik told the crowd to move their lawn chairs because too many people brought them and they took up a lot of space. Along with Alanis Morissette, Nathaniel Rateliff and the Night Sweats, Trey Anastasio and so many other emerging and classic artists – this year’s festival will be awesome," said Jim Koplik, President Live Nation CT and Upstate NY. Jim Koplik, who operates the amphitheater, said 10. Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik was on with Chaz and AJ this morning for his first appearance of 2023. They were later briefly joined by Jim Koplik, Live Nation’s regional president. . Jimmy Koplik, Live Nation’s regional president, said Tuesday the festival deal came about in part because Live Nation owns part of Founders and executives with the latter reside in Fairfield County. Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik was on with Chaz and AJ this morning for his first appearance of 2023. Conroe, TX. Koplik has produced shows for the Rolling Stones, Paul McCartney, Pearl Jam, and everyone in between. We were partners for over 25x years and. 8:20. After the event, the media reported there were 50 people arrested, 4 died on the roads and one baby was born. Measles may lead to irritation and swelling (inflammation) of the airways (croup). He’s been promoting bands and booking venues since the late 1960s, and he. Beck (Los Angeles, CA) Beat the traffic and enjoy a 90-minute preshow event from show time. 500 Broad Street. Ears are still ringing from the rant that Chaz and AJ went on, after hearing about a Starbucks in Branford decided to unionize their workforce. Andrea Koplik Koplik--Andrea Wolfson Best friend and beloved wife of Jimmy for an incredible loving and fun-filled 46 years, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, September 27th in Stamford, CT at. Norm Pattis talks about his client, Fotis Dulos, even though the judge has placed a public gag order (0:00), Jimmy Koplik talks about the Eagles tour playing “Hotel California” in it’s entirety (13:13), more haunted places in Connecticut, plus Angelo proposes sleeping in a body bag at one of the cemeteries to raise donations for this year’s Toy. (12:53) Dumb Ass News – Chaz and AJ welcomed a guest, Lisa Wexler in studio to talk about a man that was attempting to sell human remains through Facebook. Jeff Bezos divorce settlement and Lisa Lampanelli’s Fairfield house is for sale (0:00), Jimmy Koplik on Kurt Cobain death and Ozzy’s tour postponement (13:23), comedian Adam Ferrara in studio (18:17), and Boss Keith’s Top 5 movies that never. Koplik, 41, who along with his partner, Shelly Finkel, has been booking temperamental rock ’n’ rollers in Connecticut venues for the past 19 years, gleefully tells. . 1 will feature the inimitable Connecticut Concert King Jimmy Koplik and WPLR’s Mike Lapitino, sharing fascinating backstage stories about the Rock legends who played. Ticketmaster Premier Parking: Pixies And Modest Mouse buy. Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik was on with Chaz and AJ this morning for his first appearance of 2023. "The '70s acts didn't work, except for the Eagles and Kiss," said Jim Koplik of Metropolitan Entertainment, one of the Northeast's top concert promoters. on Thursday, August 10, 2017. Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik was in studio with Chaz and AJ to announce the full lineup for 2023's Sound on Sound Music Festival in Bridgeport. (25:21) Jay and Ila came in studio to make a big announcement about the Milford Oyster Festival this summer. Jim Koplik, who knows as much about the live music business as anyone on the planet, is the laid-back purveyor of cool. Over the past three decades, nobody has played outdoors in Connecticut more than Matthews. Rita SchoolRoute 9 South in Haddam reopens after car crash. He's a legendary concert promoter and longtime Connecticut resident. VIP and. Genre. (0:00) Jimmy Koplik answers your concert questions. There were some lingering questions about Sound on Sound (there may have been a pre-sale code that slipped out!) and Jimmy was a little surprised when a caller seemed to have the scoop on Boygenius coming to the state. " All the money raised will go towards. This year’s Hall of Honor class is appropriately influential, with careers that have shaped the venue business in recent decades and whose contributions will surely impact generations. Plus, his reaction to the Fyre Festival organizer announcing a second festival, with no bands and no set location. Sheldon "Shelly" Finkel (born June 27, 1944) is an American boxing and music promoter. 3-5 days after symptoms begin: measles rash. Little did the Connecticut-area promoter team of Shelly Finkel and Jim Koplik realize that they, along with promoter Bill Graham, would end up throwing one of the largest music events in human. Jim Koplik, president of Live Nation CT, added, “We are very excited to bring shows this summer to Ives Concert Park as they celebrate 40 years of entertaining Western Connecticut- we look forward to a fun summer this season!” For more information, visit or the profiles of people named Jim Koplik. The event presented by the Palace and WPLR 99. Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik was on to talk about Concert Week, offering $25 tickets to a wide variety of shows. (0:00) Chaz and AJ spent money to bring AI Satan to the Tribe. com. com. For more information, visit soundonsoundct. SeeBRIDGEPORT — Concert promoter Jim Koplik already knows who he wants to perform at the. Make snippets of Jimmy talking to create audio highlights to share with your friends or embed in related blog posts. , said it was "a great summer" because his company had a total of 11 stadium shows, at. His father suggested forming a partnership with his card playing buddy’s son. On Friday, in partnership with the self-described “concert kid” who’s now governor. Live Nation’s Jimmy Koplik. Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik was on with Chaz and AJ to talk about Keanu Reeves coming to Toad's Place with his band, Dogstar. Koplik, who is married to a teacher, allowed the school system to use the Meadows. As the weekend arrived, a mass of people. , said last year's experience made his company "much more conservative. He’s part of the 2021 class of the VenuesNow Hall of Honor,. Jimmy Koplik looked out into a crowd at the Toyota Oakdale Theatre in Wallingford and recalled the most amazing rock show he ever had a hand in, on the night of Aug. Sale Dates and Times: Public Onsale : Tue, 6 Dec 2022 at 10:00 AM. LOS ANGELES, CA — A Kickstarter. His story is the thing that dreams are made of. Jimmy talked about a few of the highly anticipated shows already announced for the year, including Carrie Underwood and The Killers. 10,868 likes · 228 talking about this. 1 New Haven and some awesome calls from the #Tribe. Though no name has been mentioned, Jimmy Koplik. Plus, some shows for the summer have still not been canceled or rescheduled, so what does that mean for people who bought tickets?Best Jimmy Koplik Interviews on Podcasts or Audio about Jimmy. (203) 882-9757 6:40. Jim Koplik Presents Archive. m. We were partners for over 25x years and. Jimmy also addressed a story that was initiated by a caller about Meat Loaf, who left a show in such a rage that everyone was afraid of him. 243 23 Comments Like Comment Share Copy;James Koplik is 73 years old and was born on 08/11/1949. [1] He was inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame in 2010. (5:45 PM show, 4:15 PM preshow) This is in the comfort of Jimmy's personal club. The Stones had been holed up upstate in Washington rehearsing for their upcoming Steel Wheels tour and wanted to play for a small live. Promoters Shelly Finkel and Jim Koplik assembled three powerhouse bands at the time "The Grateful Dead, The Band and The Allman Brothers" to perform on Saturday July 28th. has been transformed into Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater, a concert venue equipped a new roof, dugout bars and the Jim Koplik Club. Plus, Jimmy gives his first reaction to the Rock Hall of Fame nominees, and which artists he's likely to be voting for. Buy Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater tickets at Ticketmaster. Ear infection. Tribe member Austin called in with some first-hand information aOct. S. Though sizable to say the least, the ratio is far smaller than that which the study attached to the 2022 windfall enjoyed by Rapino, who’s said to have pocketed an astonishing 5,414 times more. Help came in the form of Bill Graham, Jim Koplik and Shelly Finkel. Previous Blue Jays decide to upgrade Rogers Centre.