View the profiles of people named Jim Koplik. Our. Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater. A 23-year-old minor league ballpark in Bridgeport, Conn. 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. Groups like the Grateful Dead, Allman Brothers Band, and The Band were still playing to crowds that held tightly to the ideals. S. Sara Koplik, director of Hillel at UNM's Jewish Student. Chip and I became friendly in 1971 when he promoted the Beach Boys at Carnegie Hall, and I promoted Columbus, Ohio the day before. Legendary concert promoter and President Live Nation Connecticut-Upstate New York, Jim Koplik joins Newsmakers host Nathan O'Leary to discuss the many acts h. Though New Haven was seen as a secondary market, the level of acts became significantly more high-profile because of Koplik’s association with the music industry and its artists. Goosemas 2023 at Mohegan! CT native here, my local rock station had Jimmy Koplik on (the President of LiveNation for this region) for questions. Menu. Shelly Finkel and Jim Koplik limited the $10 tickets at 150,000, but many fans came without tickets, turning the festival into a spectacle. Pat OatJim 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. . 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. (23:01) Steve Kueny grew a giant pumpkin, hollowed it out, got inside, and paddled it for over 39 miles down a. A very special Thank You to Shelly Finkel. 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. Jimmy Koplik's Rock & Roll Lounge: Pixies And Modest Mouse buy. Jake Strom in studio. Next Hall Of Honor 2021: Jimmy Koplik. 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. Chaz and AJ joined the City of Bridgeport for the press conference for Jimmy Koplik’s Coats For A Cause. 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. (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. 8:30. 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. In 1972, Jim Koplik and Shelly Finkel worked as concert promoters. J. Jimmy Koplik was on with an update for shows and concerts coming to Connecticut in 2023. Jimmy talked about a few of the highly anticipated shows already announced for the year, including Carrie Underwood and The Killers. 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. 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. (5:45 PM show, 4:15 PM preshow) This is in the comfort of Jimmy's personal club. BRIDGEPORT — Jim Koplik has promoted the Rolling Stones, McCartney and Springsteen over the years. When 600,000 young hippies unexpectedly descended upon the sleepy town of Watkins Glen, Jimmy Koplik and Shelly Finkel knew they needed to brace for something much bigger. To receive our health news text alerts / text StartHere to 85209Little 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. Out they came, those rock ‘n’ roll immortals, standing so close to us: Jagger, Richards. (0:00)Jim Koplik is the president of Connecticut and the Upstate New York Region for Live Nation. How can I reach James H Koplik by phone? You can call James H Koplik’s mobile phone at (407) 338-0425 or reach James on his landline phone at (203) 322-8917 . Jimmy Koplik of Live Nation discusses the reunion of a band that was a concert favorite in the 90’s. 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. Singer/Songwriter Drew Angus in studio. Jimmy talked about a few of the highly anticipated shows already announced for the year, including Carrie Underwood and The Killers. After this tour, they played shows, opening for New Politics, Third Eye. 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. "Despite the hardballs Mother Nature threw at us — we persevered and delivered an experience that many will remember for years to come," said Jimmy Koplik, President of Live Nation CT, who also. Roll Lounge. In July, Saffan and Live Nation executive Jim Koplik joined city officials at the groundbreaking for a $15 million warm-weather amphitheater whose boutique tensile roof more than 100 feet high will. Jimmy Koplik points to multiple landmark concerts he’s promoted over 53 years in the live music biz. Live Nation doesn’t disclose exact figures for ticket sales, but Koplik said the Amp sold more than 750,000 tickets over the first four seasons -- an average of 8,600 per show -- and hopes to. God bless Jim Koplik. Jimmy Koplik chats about the Sound on Sound Music Fest Part II - TICKETS ON SALE THURSDAY, MARCH 9TH AT 12:00 PM EST CITI® CARDMEMBER PRESALE RUNS FROM MARCH 7TH AT 9:00 AM ET TO MARCH 9TH AT 11:59 AM ETJimmy Koplik on the Creed reunion and other concert news. The owner of this station is about to have the burger of his life. This lines up. . It’s one of many colorful stories shared by Koplik, one of the true pioneers among concert promoters. Plus, Jimmy gives his first reaction to the Rock Hall of Fame nominees, and which artists he's likely to be voting for. Clear Channel and Koplik have moved for summary judgment on both of these counts. 1 New Haven and some awesome calls from the #Tribe. 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. Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik was on live, to break news to the Tribe and Chaz and AJ before the rest of the world heard it. (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. Spoerndle said, “Ladies and gentlemen” and Koplik said, “Please welcome the Rolling Stones!”. . (He has since moved his operations to Montclair, N. Watch the trailer below to get a sneak peek. Full Description. 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. He was on “Chaz and AJ” this morning to discuss how the Watkins Glen Summer Jam turned out to be his own personal disaster. Mickelson liked what he saw and decided to become a promoter. 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. 9:00. "I believe [the amphitheater] now. Granat, a Michigan. TV Shows. Previous Blue Jays decide to upgrade Rogers Centre. As the weekend arrived, a mass of people. 21 of 29 22 of 29 Live Nation Regional President Jim Koplik, left, speaks during the Harbor Yard Amphitheater announcement on McLevy Green in Bridgeport, Conn. " (12:30)Ticketsonsale. We were partners for over 25x years and. During their performance members of the Allman Brothers Band who were backstage were invited to. Koplik is a really cool guy and said it’s going to be much better this year and one of. Public · Anyone on or off Facebook. The Jimmy Koplik Coat Drive raised over $100,000 to purchase coats for the homeless. After a successful Grateful Dead/Allman Brothers Band collaboration at Dillon Stadium on 7/16/72, (produced by Koplik and Finkel) the organizational wheels for Watkins Glen were set in motion. Concert promoters Shelly Finkel and Jim Koplik of New York City had announced the lineup on April 30, saying they expected about 75,000 people. See Photos. No matter what your age, if you've seen a rock concert in Connecticut, chances are it happened because of Jimmy Koplik. Joe analyzed the picks for the Giants and Jets, and tried. Jimmy also had an encounter recently with Paul, at a distance, but did not talk to him. Howard Saffan, left, and Jim Koplik message board a presentation to the council committee. at St. From 11 a. Of course, no one lives 808 years and job security isn. I was talking to a friend and said I want to tell Jimmy about the concert, the live broadcast, and he said, ‘Don’t. As the briefing ended, Hartford HealthCare donated $10,000 to Jimmy Koplik’s Coat Drive to benefit those less fortunate in Bridgeport. 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. has been transformed into Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater, a concert venue equipped a new roof, dugout bars and the Jim Koplik Club. The announcement of Pam leaving, Jimmy Koplik talking Aerosmith Peter Frampton Jim Koplik Presents Archive the old days WPLR 99. 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. We had a short conversation and after sizing me up, he let us in and Frank and I caught the end of Frampton’s set with the thunderous climactic finale of “Do You Feel Like We Do. Jim Koplik, who knows as much about the live music business as anyone on the planet, is the laid-back purveyor of cool. Jimmy talked about a few of the highly anticipated shows already announced for the year, including Carrie Underwood and The Killers. There was free cocaine and marijuana backstage. A dream triple bill on this day in 1991 and it only cost $18. “He was the best security man I’ve ever come across,” says Jimmy Koplik, president of Clear Channel Entertainment, Connecticut, who maintained a professional and personal relationship with. 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. The Summer Jam was to feature the Grateful Dead and the Allman Brothers. Facebook gives people the power to share. (25:21) Jay and Ila came in studio to make a big announcement about the Milford Oyster Festival this summer. 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. Live Nation’s Jimmy Koplik was on to talk about Concert Week, offering $25 tickets to a wide variety of shows. , said it was "a great summer" because his company had a total of 11 stadium shows, at. 1 million, and he. Facebook gives people the power to share and makes the world more open and connected. 1972. Plus, some more hints about this year's Sound on Sound music festival, and the 21 artists that have already. Norman, Chaz & AJ, Drew, Steve and Stew, Rachel. 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. SAMMY HAGAR The Best of All Worlds Tour with special guest Loverboy. Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik was on with Chaz and AJ this morning for his first appearance of 2023. 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. Devoted. When I worked at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland a few years ago I oversaw all social and digital media. Bridgeport, CT 06604 + Google Map. Vince Berry. July 12, 2018. Jimmy Koplik is on with Chaz and AJ - the Tribe called in about bands like Pearl Jam, Neil Young and AC/DC. We wished him happy birthday and gave him one of our band t-shirts as a gift. Jimmy shared the details about the double bill of Styx and REO Speedwagon, how it got booked, who the closer will be, and when tickets go on sale. “Jimmy was an extremely important part in our entire process over the years,” says Phelps. Howard Saffan on LinkedIn: Sound on Sound Music Festival | Sept. Select this result to view James Howard Koplik's phone number, address, and more. m. The Hartford Healthcare Amphitheater, in. ” The room, accessible to the public, is filled with memorabilia, such as a signed poster from the Allman Brothers Band’s final concert in 2014, a guitar autographed by Charlie Daniels and setlists, tickets and a Billboard magazine cover signed by Billy Joel, all tied to his 10. on Thursday, August 10, 2017. 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. “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. He would not put a number on the band’s Hartford gross, except to say that it would be. "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. Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik reminded the audience about the Sound on Sound headliner he let slip a while back, and gave Chaz and AJ a few hints as to the rest of the lineup. 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. Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik was on to talk about Concert Week, offering $25 tickets to a wide variety of shows. Tribe member Austin called in with some first-hand information aOct. 500 batteries. Jimmy Koplik's Rock & Roll Lounge: The Temptations & the Four Tops. 1 of 5. ” Then we stayed to hear the headliner J Geils Band somewhat mystified that Frampton was the. Highlights from another awesome show. I called asking if Goose is on the schedule for Mohegan. The Hartford Healthcare Amphitheater, in. Release Calendar Top 250 Movies Most Popular Movies Browse Movies by Genre Top Box Office Showtimes & Tickets Movie News India Movie Spotlight. 3 million from $1. He was on “Chaz and AJ” this morning to discuss how the Watkins Glen Summer Jam turned out to be his own personal disaster. See her tonight! 6:40. “At the Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater, we are proud to be part of Rock the Shot,” Saffran said. Live Nation Regional President Jim Koplik, left, speaks during the Harbor Yard Amphitheater announcement on McLevy Green in Bridgeport, Conn. (0:00)“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 music. Live Nation President, Connecticut Jimmy Koplik: “Chip was kind, witty and smart. They were later briefly joined by Jim Koplik, Live Nation’s regional president. The podcast’s tagline is “For The Committed And The Curious,” as episodes will invite new fans to explore the band’s. 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. We sold 150,000. VIP and. Plus, the Tribe had some questions for him about concerts being rescheduled or canceled. Developer Howard Saffan and concert promoter Jim Koplik of Live Nation, who, with New York City-based Founders Entertainment are the key partners behind Sound on Sound, attended the online meeting. AG Tong has been working with other Attorneys General from around the country to crack down on the "easy" thefts of their vehicles. 8:40. The Jimmy Koplik Coat Drive raised over $100,000 to purchase coats for the homeless. 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. history — the Watkins Glen festival that drew 600,000 in 1973. After Jimmy shared some memories of working with Lynyrd Skynyrd, callers asked Jimmy about a random concert they attended in Connecticut, and Jimmy. The Amphitheater will be the home of the Jim Koplik Club, a retrospective room filled with mementos, photos and archival footage and more from Jim Koplik’s illustrious career as the premier concert promoter in CT for over 50 years. 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). Register or Buy Tickets, Price information. Amid scrutiny for its ticketing practices, Live Nation/Ticketmaster CEO Michael Rapino’s compensation package tops $139 million. Jimmy Koplik saw # RodneyDangerfield ‘s junk and tells us how and what he thought. Everything went downhill when a concert at Colt Park got cancelled because of the Grateful Dead riot. In 2023 members were. Sept 30 - Oct 1, 2023 Bridgeport, CT. The show was in the Guinness Book of World Records for. May 31, 2023. 7:00. Live Nation’s Jimmy Koplik was on the phone to remember Eddie Van Halen. The announcement of Pam leaving, Jimmy Koplik talking Aerosmith Peter Frampton Jim Koplik Presents Archive the old days WPLR 99. 10,868 likes · 228 talking about this. A very special Thank You to Shelly Finkel. 1 will feature the inimitable Connecticut Concert King Jimmy Koplik and WPLR’s Mike Lapitino, sharing fascinating backstage stories about the Rock. 9:00. Additionally, Live Nation promotes and produces shows at the XL Center in Hartford and other venues within the state of Connecticut. Jim Koplik. 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. The Top 10 songs with "box" in the title. That’s a home run of a person. 4 million in 2022, up from $5 million the prior year. Over the past 30 years, Koplik has been principally involved in building four amphitheaters in Hartford and Bridgeport, Connecticut, Darien Lake in upstate New York, plus one at a ski resort outside Scranton, Pennsylvania. Developer Howard Saffan, left, concert promoter Jim Koplik, center, and Mayor Joe Ganim gather for the groundbreaking ceremony of the Harbor Yard Amphitheater, in Bridgeport, Conn. Columbus, OH. The. 67 people responded. Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit. Invite. The last Beatles song and what’s Jimmy’s dream double bill? 8:40. (0:00) The annual CT United Ride in memory of 9/11 is the largest in the state. Jennifer and Ashley share stories about the odd things they were hit by, Jennifer was pooped on, and Ashley had gum thrown in her hair. 4 million in 2022, up from $5 million the prior year. PODCAST – Thursday, December 15: 2022 Concert Recap . A cease and desist order remains in place for the Oakdale Theatre, but organizers say the show will go on. Mickelson liked what he saw and decided to become a promoter. Though no name has been mentioned, Jimmy Koplik. 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. Facebook gives people the power to share. Plus, his reaction to the Fyre Festival organizer announcing a second festival, with no bands and no set location. , said last year's experience made his company "much more conservative. James H Koplik was born on August 11, 1949, so he is about to turn or is already 74. Browse for Jimmy Koplik interviews, guest appearances, and call-ins. James Koplik lives in Palm Beach Gardens, FL; previous cities include Nazareth PA, Montclair NJ and Stamford CT. Colt Park Hartford, in the summer of 1976, was they destination to see bands. Bridgeport is moving forward with the construction of a new music venue, to continue to bring in more musical artists. (0:00)<br><br>Dumb Ass News - A woman in New Jersey has gone viral for her eyewitness account of a tornado. . 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. 6:00. “Part of the barricade came down, and there was an automatic rush of people through it,” said Jim Koplik, co-owner of the Meadows. Live Nation concert promoter Jim Koplik attends Mayor Joe Ganim’s state of the city address during a luncheon hosted by the Greater Bridgeport Regional Business Council, in Bridgeport, Conn. Live Nation’s Jimmy Koplik. Subject: Re: Unbelievable. Listen to audio about Jimmy Koplik. Dumb Ass News – A backflip slip causes lip to rip, for this unfortunate rugby player. Connect With Us. Sara Koplik, director of Hillel at UNM's Jewish Student Center. The announcement of Pam leaving, Jimmy Koplik talking Aerosmith Peter Frampton Jim Koplik Presents Archive the old days WPLR 99. 1 New Haven and some awesome calls from the #Tribe. The price of admission was $10 and word spread fast of this event, as approximately 150, 000 tickets were sold. 7:20. The Band (which was currently on touring hiatus) was chosen as the third act. Shelly Finkel and Jim Koplik limited the 10 dollars tickets at 150,000, but many fans came without tickets, turning the festival into a spectacle. This day in Koplik concert history. Rita SchoolRoute 9 South in Haddam reopens after car crash. "We are thrilled to bring the second annual Sound On Sound back to Seaside Park. 7 Billion • Operating Income Up 125% to $732 Million• AOI Up 49% to Over $1. 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. Jimmy Koplik is on with Chaz and AJ - the Tribe called in about bands like Pearl Jam, Neil Young and AC/DC. Big As Texas Festival. Facebook gives people the power to share and makes the world more open and connected. On Friday, in partnership with the self-described “concert kid” who’s now governor, Koplik took a crack. Occupation (s) Promoter. Attorney General William Tong was on with Chaz and AJ to make an announcement about Kia/Hyundai thefts. (39:54)Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik was on with Chaz and AJ this morning (really just Chaz, as AJ was on his way to get into the box) and got to hear the torture song for this year's "AJ in a Box. Koplik nor Chevrolet would. com. Tickets. Rock. The event presented by the Palace and WPLR 99. View the profiles of people named Jimmy Koplik. 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. 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. Bronchitis, laryngitis or croup. . He’s part of the 2021 class of the VenuesNow Hall of Honor, our publication’s version of a lifetime achievement award in the live entertainment industry. News 12 (Video) Made In Connecticut: Legendary concert promoter Jimmy Koplik. 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). Elite Health Services Team: Starting TODAY we'll be sharing photos on our FB page of EHS employees doing what they love to do when they're not working. They finally received recognition after organizing the Grateful Dead concert in Hartford, Connecticut. We have separated them by the nearest location and price. Join Facebook to connect with Jim Koplik and others you may know. Conroe, TX. (“CUTPA”), in Count Twelve and Count Thirteen, respectively, of the Second Amended Complaint. Jimmy Koplik _____ From: Ellie Ovsenik. Jim Koplik, the president of Metropolitan Entertainment, a large concert-promoting concern in Montclair, N. Joining Jimmy were Howard Saffan from the Harford Healthcare Amphitheater, Bridgeport Mayor Joe Ganim, and Tom Russell, a co-founder and partner of Founders Entertainment to answer all your questions. Beck (Los Angeles, CA) Beat the traffic and enjoy a 90-minute preshow event from show time. I got a chance to meet *(Summer Jam promotor) Jimmy Koplik 10-12 years ago. ” As the briefing ended, Hartford HealthCare donated $10,000 to Jimmy Koplik’s Coat Drive to benefit those less fortunate in Bridgeport. (6:08)<br><br>DumbThe presale will begin at noon ET TODAY, Thursday 3. Willy Wonka Jr. The best result we found for your search is James Howard Koplik age 70s in Stamford, CT in the North Stamford neighborhood. 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. Chaz and AJ invited Jimmy Koplik on this morning to break the news a little earlier than usual, the first show coming to the Hartford Healthcare Amphitheater in Bridgeport. 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. (0:00) Dumb Ass News – A woman in New Jersey has gone viral for her eyewitness account of a tornado. I was talking to a friend and said I want to tell Jimmy about the concert, the live broadcast, and he said, ‘Don’t. J. Thursday, June 4: Foxwoods First Week Open, Cart Narcs, Jimmy Koplik Concert Stories and Updates, Sports Restarting with Drew Brees . Next month, we will be partnering with the Bridgeport Rescue Mission to distribute thousands of holiday turkeys. The Stones had been holed up upstate in Washington rehearsing for their upcoming Steel Wheels tour and wanted to play for a small live. Jimmy Koplik of Live Nation discusses the reunion of a band that was a concert favorite in the 90’s. 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. Login Lost my. Shelly Finkel and Jim Koplik, the two promoters of Summer Jam, had been producing rock concerts in Connecticut and had established a regular audience. Tiny white spots (Koplik spots) may appear inside the mouth two to three days after symptoms begin. PODCAST – Thursday, February 23: Starbucks Rant; Dumb Ass News; Jimmy Koplik. 6,725 likes · 170 talking about this. “At the Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater, we are proud to be part of Rock the Shot,” Saffran said. 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. [1] He was inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame in 2010. God bless Jim Koplik. The Summer Jam was to feature the Grateful Dead and the Allman Brothers. Lord's work, well done! Doesn't seem to be a guy that'd talk out of his ass. . 14th, 2021 7:30PM Palace Theater, Waterbury, CT w/Jimmy Koplik Sept 18th, 2021 7:30PM The Ridgefield Playhouse SOLD OUT! February 8th, 2020 7:30PM Milford Performance Center SOLD OUT!Jim Koplik is an American concert promoter who has produced shows by The Rolling Stones, Paul McCartney, Bruce Springsteen, Pearl Jam, REO Speedwagon, Madonna, Billy Joel and Elton John, among others. The crowd was electric and enthusiastically greeted us. Jim Koplik Presents produces 150 concerts a year, many for the Toyota Presents Oakdale Theatre in Wallingford, the Xfinity Theatre and for the. Jim Koplik is the president of Connecticut and the Upstate New York Region for Live Nation. 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. . (17:53) Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik started his segmen. Didn't listen, but nice find!. "We are thrilled to bring the second annual Sound On Sound back to Seaside Park. 9:00. Live Nation’s Jimmy Koplik was on with Chaz and AJ for his last visit of 2022, so he organized a list of the Top 5 fastest-selling concerts of 2022. His father suggested forming a partnership with his card playing buddy’s son. Koplik has produced shows for the Rolling Stones, Paul McCartney, Pearl Jam, and everyone in between. . He is now. This one in Connecticut. [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. . Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik will always remember today as the day John Lennon was killed. (15:04) Alex held for over an hour to share his Van Halen memories with Chaz and AJ. 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. Over the past three decades, nobody has played outdoors in Connecticut more than Matthews. [2]Beach column on a talk by promoter Jimmy Koplik about his years in the rock music. Of course, no one lives 808 years and job security isn. 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. 8:40. Sound On Sound. Connecticut’s most popular morning team, Chaz and AJ (WPLR and WFOX), helped raise over $88,400 in cash for Jimmy Koplik’s ‘Coats For A Cause. ”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. What kind of questions would they like to have answered? (5:52) Movie guy Joe Meyers was on to talk about the. 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. A machete used in a road rage incident in Connecticut. 3-5 days after symptoms begin: measles rash. Sound on Sound Music Festival. Update: see contract here. Organizers of Bridgeport's Sound On Sound music festival have teased a "stadium-sized act" that will headline the 2023 edition of the festival. A resident of Stamford, Connecticut, Koplik works through jim koplik Presents, his Wallingford, Connecticut-based company. It’s one of many colorful stories shared by Koplik, one of the true pioneers among concert promoters. In addition, Jimmy Koplik, the promoting guru for Live Nation Connecticut who does booking for the venue, was inducted into the VenuesNow Hall of Honor. Join Facebook to connect with Jimmy Koplik and others you may know. (17:53). Looking for tickets for 'jordan+davis'? Search at Ticketmaster. His father suggested forming a partnership with his card playing buddy’s son. 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. Connecticut. 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. (17:53) Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik started his. 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. Watch the trailer below to get a sneak peek. That show was a success, but what if it could be done bigger? That's how 1973's Summer. Dumb Ass News. Statistically, given the 600,000 person attendance, one out of every 350 people living in America at the time would have been rocking out in New York. Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik was on, with a surprise announcement! He went over the details of the show that was JUST added to Toad's Place, and also all you need to know for the pre-sale. Friday, April 5: Adam Ferrara Stops By And Remembering Kurt Cobain 25 Years Later. Singer Michael Bolton of Westport and legendary concert promoter Jim Koplik of Stamford are co-hosting a Democratic fundraiser in Bridgeport with Gov. Shelly Finkel and Jim Koplik limited the $10 tickets at 150,000, but many fans came without tickets, turning the festival. PODCAST – Thursday, March 16: Comedian Ayeshah Mae; Jimmy Koplik. They began preparations in February, built. "Jim Koplik Presents" built its foundation in the early 1970's when Koplik was. Live Nation Regional President Jim Koplik, left, speaks during the Harbor Yard Amphitheater announcement on McLevy Green in Bridgeport, Conn. Jimmy Koplik looked out into a crowd at the Toyota Oakdale Theatre in Wallingford and. 12, 1989. Ned Lamont as the special guest. "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. 8:20. . Kulick toured the United States and Canada from April to May 2019, supporting Andy Black and The Faim. Plus, some more hints about this year's Sound on Sound music festival, and the 21 artists that have already been. Koplik is also part of the team bringing this year's Sound on Sound Music Festival coming up this weekend featuring John Mayer and the Red Hot Chili Peppers and many other bands. A legendary concert promoter, Jim is responsible for thousands of shows that.