We had a great time in Key West for the official book release party for the book Trop Rock Songs Stories and Tales at the BeachFront Radio Beach Bash. Many of you bought the book and/or CD there and while down at MOTM and it is very much appreciated. Overall we raised over $800 for the various charities at the different venues including over $200 in total for the BeachFront Radio charity. Lots of people were getting a head start on the contest in getting all the signatures from the singer/songwriters. We look forward to getting down there again next year. We hope you are enjoying the book and CD and be sure to tell your friends so we can raise even more money for charity. Thanks to everyone who bought the book and CD.

Here are the events where we will be selling the book coming up this year. Some dates may be added later but this is our schedule so far.

Dec 31, 2011, News Years Eve party with Chris Sacks in Rockville, MD Elks lodge

Jan 12-15, Pardi Gras, New Orleans, Presented by Sail Away Promotions

Jan 27-29, MidWinter Meltdown, Manassas, VA, 10th Anniversary. Parrotheads of the Old Dominion.

Mar 5-7, Phloc Madness, Ashland, VA at the Ashland Coffee and Tea listening room.
(date is not yet confirmed, this was the weekend from last year)

Apr 26-29, Spring Phling, Wildwood, NJ

May 18-20, Phins to the West, Laughlin, NV

May 31-Sep 30, Most Sunday afternoon's at the Big Owl, Kent Island, MD
Nominated in 2011 as Trop Rock Venue of the Year.

June 16-23, Grand Cayman Island with Sunny Jim and The Barefoot Man
(This is a tentative date, but we are hopeful we can make it)

Aug 27-28, Migration 2012, Irvine, CA

If anyone has an event they'd like us to come and bring the book please “Contact” us and we and can discuss that possibility. We look forward to hearing from you.

Hear are a few book reviews by the Singer/Songwriters in the book.

“Trop Rock Stories & Tales is an absolutely fascinating book into the islands of the minds of the songwriters! This full color book gives a fun insight into what the songwriters were actually thinking when they wrote these entertaining island/tropical songs. Whether you are a Parrothead, or just a lover of music, you'll love the stories & tales shared in this book. The accompanying CD is a must to add to your tropical music library.”

- Giddyup Dave


“Trop Rock Songs Stories and Tales, a virtual Trop Rock bible featuring ALL of your favorite artists, their songs and the stories behind them. A first of its kind!”

- Mark Mulligan

“I've looked at the book quite a bit and it looks great!! Also heard raving about it.”

- Scott Kirby


My copy of your book proudly sits on my coffee table. It’s absolutely fantastic, I’ve learned so much about so many artists in Trop Rock… it’s very hard to put down!
- Brian Roberts


The Funk and Wagnells of Trop Rock. Congratulations on the book. Hope it continues to sell well for you. I credit your decision to put me on the front cover as the key factor.

- Bob Karwin


“This book is a good read for those who want to learn more about Trop Rock music. It’s chock full of fascinating stories behind the songs and the songwriters themselves.”

- Tom Becker of Latitude


“Trop Rock Songs Stories and Tales, Im Lovin it!”

- Chris Sacks


“Wow, looks great! I can't wait to give it a good read.”

- Del Suggs


“The book Trop Rock Songs Stories and Tales is a who's who of Trop Rock Music with a great collection of stories - all told by the artists. The color photos really make it a great book to sit and read, or simply browse. It will have an honored place in our home in San Carlos where everyone will have a chance to browse and enjoy the stories behind the songs we all love.
- Sam L Rainwater


“I have spent the last couple of days reading, reviewing and enjoying both the book and CD - wow what a project! You did a great job, and I want you to know how extremely glad and appreciative I am to be included in your work. Can't thank you enough.”

- Kevin Mulvenna


Keep your eyes open for more news about the book.
Thanks, Andy