“Jeremiah was a bullfrog. Was a good friend of mine.  I never understood a single word he said. But I helped him a-drink his wine..”

I loved that song growing up! It reminds me of childhood summers at my nana and papa’s home, hanging with some very cool cats on Cottage Street, in the lovely town of Weston, West Virginia. Alas, another fine stroll down memory lane made possible by my Vinofile membership at The New York City Winery, which offered me advance notice to this rare intimate performance of the legendary Three Dog Night! On the lovely summer evening of August 18, 2016, we were treated to the veteran music talent of this iconic and incredibly versatile band. Now in their 70’s and still going strong, they have more than survived some life changing realities with the sudden and unexpected passing of founding member Cory Wells in October 2015. Earlier in 2015, founding member Jimmy Greenspoon lost his battle with cancer. Despite all this, the Three Dog Night continues to connect with a still growing fan base, and putting out new material. You must check out their new hits “Prayer of the Children” and “Heart of Blues”, “WOW!”  A brilliant set list also included the many great hits that put these guys on the map, including the Jeremiah bullfrog classic “Joy To The World”, as well as timeless classics “Black and White”, “Mama Told Me Not To Come” “Shambala”, and “An Old Fashioned Love Song”! Did you know that back in the day, in the early 1970’s, no other group achieved more top 10 hits or sold more concert tickets than Three Dog Night? Their sales records are virtually unmatched in the history of popular music! They have produced 21 consecutive Top 40 hits, including 3 #1 Singles, 11 in the Top 10, 18 straight in the Top 20, 7 million-selling Singles, and 12 straight RIAA Certified Gold LPs! City Winery Presents Three Dog Night!

Founder and lead singer Danny Hutton’s charismatic presence and powerful vocals show no signs of aging. Michael Allsup, a veteran on the electric guitar, who has been with the band since the late 1960’s, was cool and masterful. Paul Kingar, who first started with the band in the 1980’s, delivered on bass and vocals. Paul Bautz, who hails from a family of drummers, and has been with the band since the 1990’s, kept the timing tight. Eddie Reasoner, who recently stepped in when founding member Jimmy Greenspoon passed, also CEO at NashAngeles Entertainment, and a certified commercial airline pilot, delivered on the keyboard. Another great and very talented new addition to the band is David Morgan on vocals, who stepped right  in to seamlessly replace the integral role of founding band member, vocalist Cory Wells Three Dog Night recruits David Morgan.

And I must tell you, they are all very cool. Yes of course I jumped at the opportunity for a meet and greet with these legends of song! So did a couple who traveled all the way from Toronto, Canada.  Passionate music fans travel! Their current tour continues through June 23, 2017 and I can’t wait for the next one! ThreeDogNight.com

Are you ready to strut your stuff for the fishes in the deep blue sea?  Bring it on baby! Joy To The World!

Three Dog Night Meet & Greet August 18, 2016 NYC Winery

Founding member and lead singer Danny Hutton of the Three Dog Night at NYC Winery August 18, 2016

Three Dog Night’s David Morgan on Vocals and Paul Kingar on Bass at NYC Winery August 18, 2016.

Three Dog Night’s Michael Allsup on the Electric Guitar and Danny Hutton on Vocals August 18, 2016 at NYC Winery.

Three Dog Night’s Michael Allsup on the Electric Guitar at NYC Winery August 18, 2016.