FRIENDS-CD – Don Mancuso. Rochester Music Legend. https://donmancuso.com Tue, 30 Apr 2024 17:39:14 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://donmancuso.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/cropped-guitar-icon-32x32.png FRIENDS-CD – Don Mancuso. Rochester Music Legend. https://donmancuso.com 32 32 Jeff Cosco – Stuff From Beers/Years Ago https://donmancuso.com/product/jeff-cosco-stuff-from-beers-years-ago/ Fri, 01 Mar 2024 14:47:56 +0000 https://donmancuso.com/?post_type=product&p=7119 Jeff Cosco]]> “Stuff From Beers/Years Ago” is an album by Rochester NY songwriter Jeff Cosco, featuring notable guitar work by Don Mancuso. Released in 2005, the album showcases Cosco’s songwriting prowess and Mancuso’s exceptional guitar skills across various tracks.

With Cosco’s soulful vocals leading the way, Mancuso’s guitar work adds depth and texture to the album, elevating each composition with his signature style. The collaboration between Cosco and Mancuso brings forth a blend of rock, blues, and soul influences, creating a captivating musical experience for listeners. “Stuff From Beers/Years Ago” stands as a testament to the musical chemistry between Cosco and Mancuso, highlighting their ability to craft memorable songs infused with heartfelt performances.

Songs:
1. Call Of The Eagle 4:51
2. Gypsy 5:06
3. Princess Of Darkness 4:26
4. I’ll Keep Rollin’ 4:18
5. Rattle The Bones 3:57
6. Mary, Merry-Go-Round 4:05
7. Winds Of Love 3:32
8. JD Philosophy 2:28

]]> Cheater – 1983 https://donmancuso.com/product/cheater-83/ Fri, 01 Mar 2024 14:30:43 +0000 https://donmancuso.com/?post_type=product&p=7117 Cheater. ]]> “1983” is an album by the Rochester NY band Cheater.  This album features the band’s distinctive sound characterized by catchy melodies, powerful guitar riffs, and dynamic vocals. The album includes tracks that showcase Cheater’s ability to craft memorable hooks and deliver energetic performances. With influences ranging from classic rock to contemporary AOR, “1983” captures the essence of Cheater’s musical style and represents a significant chapter in the band’s discography. This release continues to resonate with fans of rock music, reflecting the enduring legacy of Cheater in the music scene.

Songs:
Dont Give Up
Missing
Standup Routine
Tight Spot
Whats On Your Mind?
Times Square
39 Down, One To Go
Back Road
Straight Jacket

]]> Cheater – Ten Center Love Affair (ep) https://donmancuso.com/product/cheater-ten-cent/ Wed, 28 Feb 2024 21:50:39 +0000 https://donmancuso.com/?post_type=product&p=7115 Cheater, released in 1980.]]> “Ten Cent Love Affair” is an electrifying EP by the Rochester NY band Cheater, released in 1980.

This EP encapsulates the raw energy and dynamic sound of the band’s early years. Fueled by gritty guitar riffs, pulsating rhythms, and soulful vocals, each track resonates with passion and intensity. With their unmistakable style, Cheater delivers a blend of rock, blues, and funk that captivates listeners from start to finish. “Ten Cent Love Affair” showcases Cheater‘s ability to craft infectious melodies and memorable hooks, leaving a lasting impression on fans of rock music. This EP remains a testament to the band’s talent and influence within the music scene of the era.

Songs:
1.Back Road
2.Energy
3.Straight Jacket
4. Ten Cent

]]> Johnny Smoke – Crime Don’t Pay Yet!!! https://donmancuso.com/product/johnnysmokecrime/ Sun, 25 Feb 2024 21:38:21 +0000 https://donmancuso.com/?post_type=product&p=7038 JOHNNY SMOKE is a rock band that has been playing in concert clubs and at festivals around Central and Western New York for many years.]]> JOHNNY SMOKE is a rock band that has been playing in concert clubs and at festivals around Central and Western New York for many years. Dubbed “Rochester’s Aerosmith” by local radio personality, Unkle Roger (RIP), word of their crowd-pleasing, high-energy performances quickly spread throughout the area. Over time they have had the opportunity to share the stage with several national artists over the years, including surf-guitar legend Dick Dale, and Firehouse.

They followed their victory at The Made In Rochester Competition in 1999 with the release of their debut disc, Crime Don’t Pay Yet!! in 2000. The CD received airplay in the local showcases on stations in the Rochester, Syracuse, and Buffalo markets; and music from the album was used in commercials to promote the sports programming on WCMF 96.5 fm.

Songs:
Crocodile
Do Ya
Etched in Stone
Fire
Gimme What I Need
I Resist
Life’s Blood
Miles
Never Easy
Rat Fink
Satisfied
So Far
Writtings On The Wall

 

]]> Linda Rutherford & Celtic Fire – Flames Of Eviction https://donmancuso.com/product/linda-rutherford-celtic-fire-flames-of-eviction/ Fri, 23 Feb 2024 15:59:48 +0000 https://donmancuso.com/?post_type=product&p=6971 Formed in 1995 and based in Hilton, NY (northwest of central Rochester) and fronted by the stunning vocalist, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, Linda Rutherford the band also includes family members Tony (accordian, keyboards, vocals), Johnny (drums) and Rosheen (electric and acoustic guitars). Linda plays fiddle, mandolin, acoustic guitar, keyboards, tin whistle, saxophone and flute. Celtic Fire also includes Francis White (bass) and Don Mancuso (lead and rhythm guitars, vocals).

Songs:
1. Flames Of Eviction (An Gorta Mor)
2 . I Said No
3 . That’s What I Am
4 . King Of The Fairies – Drowsy Maggie
5 . Silence
6 . Too Late
7 . Vengeance
8 . Nowhere To Run
9 . I Believe
10. The Answer

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