The public will turn their heads when they hear the format of the CD. NYB is no doubt one of the hardest working and dedicated bands in the New York area.

March 2003

NYB has releases their first music video with the release of the album “In Your Face” for the opening track “War On The Streets” with a low budget, a lot of hard work and help from independent film crews, actors and friends. NYB pulled off a great package and performance to showcase the music and talent.

This music video shoot in DV digital format and edited on final cut pro, has that old school hard rock edge that the music business was missing for the last decade.
The NYB video “War On The Streets” choreography and story border was written by Johnny P., directed and edited by Ed Varuolo with the help from Ron Star, Brain Powell and Rich Gregory.

The song is about your everyday life growing up ion the streets around sex, crime and rock-n-roll. It’s about a man coming to his crossroads in life and the life he’s been living not for him and looking for a new direction but doesn’t know where to start or how to get it. It’s a song that our society can relate to.

NYB stars in the video with two well-known actors whom are friends with the band and donated their talent and time to the project. Clem Caserta who is known for his co-starring role as Jimmy Whispers in “A Bronx Tale” starring Robert DeNiro. Caserta also had parts in “Goodfellas”, “The Untouchables”, “Analyze This”, and just finished his own independent movie “Jimmy Whispers Returns to Mulberry Street”, which Johnny P. has a small bar room scene. “War On The Streets” is also featured in the movie during a fight scene.

Also in the video is actress Francis Esemplor, who plays Paulie Walnuts mother in the HBO series “The Soprano’s”. Both actors are seen in the opening video that starts off in a bar room scene.
Friends of NYB and models from Divine Talent on Staten Island also put time and talent in background scenes during the video. Christer Black, one of the NYB’s top models also co-starred in the video.

In closing, a follow up video will be released early summer of 2003 for the 2nd single “Didn’t Hear You Say Goodbye”, a soft hard rock ballad with a lot of soul.

Spring 2002

The A&R department of Shinebox Records announces that NYB album titled "In Your Face" will be released July 7, 2002.

The CD will consist of 12 songs and an added bonus track. Producer Richie Scarlet put it all on the line to bring NYB old school sound to meet the updated hard rock sound of today.

The title track "War On the Streets" will be featured in the upcoming release of Jimmy Whispers Returns to Mulberry Street, scheduled for the for the fall of 2002 by Fun Films, starring Clem Caserta and Ricky Aiello. The song was utlized as background music during a fight scene in the movie. For more information log on to www.jummywhispers.com.

While playing the club scene on East Coast, NYB will be appearing at a live concert at the 16th annual KISS EXPO on April 28, 2002 to promote thier up and coming release of "In Your Face". Hosting the Expo will be Richie Rano, former guitarist of the late 70's band Starz, and New Yorks Own Eddie Trunk of WNEW 102.7 FM.

Prior to the releaase of the CD, management wil be meeting in Las Vegas with Glen G. of Big Time Management to set up future West Coast Tours.

Shinebox will keeo you updated on the future release.

Summer 2001 Update

President Joseph Mutoli of Shinebox Records announced that NYB has finished recording all material for the long awaited CD titled "In Your Face", produced by Richie Scarlet. We are currently in the final mixdown process at Laughing Dog Recording Studio Studios in New York City. Shinebox Records is looking for a late fall of 2001 release of the CD.

The A&R department of Shinebox Records also anounced Glen Gee of "Big Time Management" out of Las Vegas, NV. and Beverly Hills, Ca. has become the newest member of the team. Glen has a big interest in NYB and is using his connections to make NYB the next big thing. Guns and Roses and the misfits are a couple of names that used Glens services in the beginning. Glen has recently set up a showcase for some of his A&R record company connections at Kenny's Castaways on May 16, 2001 located at 197 Bleeker Street in Greenwhich Village, NYC. NYB played to a packed house and definately made a strong impression on the A&R people, fans and friends who came to support the band.

In addition, NYB showcased the 15th annual KISS Expo in Hackensack, NJ on April 29, 2001, haning out to the fans 500 free Demo CD's containing 5 of their songs which went like hot cakes! NYB will be playing the NY area to stir up a buzz until the future CD release.

Johnny P. walked away with two NOVA awards for his public access cable TV show "The Gangsters of Rock". The two episodes that won top honors were episode 32 which was a KISS backstage special that was taped at the Meadowlands Arena on June 27, 2000 and episode 33 which featured NYB live at the Gateway Summer Concerts, in Staten Island, NY.

NYB is no doubt one of the hardest working bands in the NY area. Upon the future CD release our company will be scouting for a major distribution deal. We'll keep you informed of future updates and releases.

Summer / Fall 2000

The A&R Department for Shinebox Records announces that NYB will be mixing their new music with engineer Rick Van Benschoten. The final product, NYB "In Your Face" is looking forward to a 2001 release of the CD.

NYB had to take time off from recording this year due to producer Richie Scarlets busy touring schedule with Sebastian Bach, now during his down time he will be focused completely on NYB. The long overdue CD will be worth the wait. The public will turn their heads when they hear the format of this record. While waiting for the release date of "In Your Face" NYB will continue playing and writing new material for the future.

Johnny P. and the boys of NYB had the experience of hanging out backstage at the KISS concert at the Meadowlands Arena in New Jersey on June 27th & 28th 2000 for the Final Farewell Tour. It was a night the band will never forget since KISS is such a major influence on the NYB musical style. Another highlight for the band this summer was meeting world famous Doc McGhee at Hershey Park, PA. While managing the KISS tour. Doc McGhee also managed bands such as Bon Jovi, Motley Crue, to name a few.

NYB will be playing in the Metropolitan Area and will be showcasing at Gateway Summer Concerts at the Beach in Staten Island on August 2, 2000 and will be filming a live shoot on CTV on August 26, 2000 for Johnny P's second series "The Late Night with Johnny P. Show. Shinebox Records will keep you posted on any other future updates.

Summer - Fall 1999

President Joseph Mutoli announces that NYB is in their final recording sessions finishing up into the new millennium with new songs added to the roster such as War On The Streets, which will be the CD's opener, and "None of Your Business", which is what NYB stands for. The CD will consist of 12 songs, 9 Hard Rock tunes, and 3 pop rock ballads, which will be the bands breaking point for the top 40 Billboard chart list. With this combination it will bring NYB over the edge. The industry will turn heads at the bands variety of writing abilities. While recording, NYB has been making several appearances on the east coast in clubs and public access TV shows such as "The Frankie Waters Show" and "The Gangsters of Rock". On October 8, 1999 NYB took a trip with photographer Ron Star to the Statue of Liberty in New York City for a Photo Shoot for the upcoming CD. NYB will be playing at Lamours' in Brooklyn on November 26, 1999, the Elbow Room in Manhatten in December, Our Place in Danbury CT., and Bridges in Staten Island, NY in January 2000. NYB band member's are: Doug Palmer (Lead Vocals, Guitar), Johnny P. (Drums, Guitar, Vocals), Jonnie Feedback (Lead Guitar) and Davey D. (Bass and background vocals). Thank you for taking the time to read our latest update. We will be keeping you informed on future events and releases.

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Winter . Spring 1999

President Jospeph Mutoli announced NYB is near completion of their full length CD titled "In Your Face". This is where East Coast meets West Coast comes in place. Johnny P. is flying one of his co-writers, Mark Montague, in from California. Mark, formerly from the Peter Criss Group, currently playing with "Five for Fighting" and the "sick Puppies" from the L.A. area, will be laying down bass tracks for NYB. Mark is a great benefit that has been added to the NYB chemistry. New songs have been added to the growing list which NYB has laid down the tracks for. "Rock-n-Roll Heaven " joins "The Devils Advocate", "1965", and "100,000 Years", which is a KISS cover that features a drum solo by Johnny P. The CD will show off all different styles of music from hard rock, ballad rock, funk, blues and just straight forward rock-n-roll. There hasn't been a band like this in the last decade. The adrenaline of NYB "In Your Face" will show that rock-n-roll is still alive. The bands most recent showcase was at "The Caves" on Staten Island, N.Y. on January 30, 1999, which featured al special all star lineup that night with Johnny P., Doug Palmer, Mark Montague, and Richie Scarlet. The show will be airing on "The Gangsters of Rock" on Public access cable television. NYB will also be promoting at the N.Y. KISS expo in Hackensack, N.J., Rothman Center on April 25, 1999. Producer Richie Scarlet pushes NYB over the top, to come out with their best music that will put the icing on the cake for the final tracks. CO-produced by Johnny P., engineered by Henry Falco and recorded at Bill Donnellys Laughing Dog Recording Studios on Staten Island.

Summer - Fall 1998

Producer Richie Scarlet has been in and out of the recording studio with NYB laying down new songs for the future full length CD. The band is piecing the recording together due to Richie Scarlet's busy touring schedule. One of the songs on the CD, Vanessa, was re- recorded to "Brenda". This song was CO-produced by the infamous Frankie LaRocka (of Spin Doctors fame) to fit in a short storyline that Johnny P. wrote for daytime soap opera General Hospital. Johnny P., wanted to try to get his band NYB on the show for a couple of episodes. The idea was that NYB would be on tour passing through Port Charles and performed a show at Lukes Place. Since Johnny P. is known as " The Wise Guy of Rock-n-Roll " it would be a good idea to write that in the story line. Gangster by day, Rock-n-Roller by night. Johnny was supposed to be one of Sonny Corinthos business partners, who is played by Maurice Benard. Then while NYB is performing at Lukes Place, Johnny see's Brenda who is played by Vanessa Marcil and falls in love with her at first sight, then writes a song for her, and performs it the next night thinking that he will never see her again. The idea would have also bee a good angle to bring back the L&B storyline back to the show. It was a good idea, but unfortunately it was turned down by the casting director. While NYB, mainly is concentrating on the writing for future recording, the band plays out from time to time and getting most of their exposure on "The Gangsters of Rock" and other public access shows, with help from college radio stations to promote future exposure. The band also made a special appearance on the "Frankie Water's late Night Show" on cable TV. Johnny P. is also directing and writing for future video's for the bands music for the upcoming NYB CD and on his down time also play's with the KISS tribute band "Unmasked" NYB will be appearing at the Wolf's Pond Parks summer concerts at the beach, sponsored by Staten Island's Borough President Guy Molinari, on August 5, `1998. Also, Shinebox Record Company staff will be attending The American Cancer Society "Night of the Stars on October 17, 1998 for the second time.

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Fall 97 Winter 98

Mr. Joseph Mutoli has recently been installed as the new President of Shinebox Records. We welcome Joe to Shine Box and know that his years of respect will be nothing less than a great improvement and a step forward for everyone on staff. NYB has cut four new tracks which include "Walk Away", "Back to Woodstock", "Best Little Bitch" and "War on the Streets" which shows off more of their hard rock styles. On his recent trip to California, Johnny P. was busy meeting with Mark Montaque, former bass player from the Peter Criss Band, brain storming and writing new music for the future recordings, also visiting various management offices and record companies to stir an interest in NYB topping off the trip by paying a visit to the American Cancer Society's" Take a chance with the Stars" on October 18, 1997 where Johnny P. had a chance to mingle with the stars of various soaps and prime time shows. Mark Montaque will be flying to the east coast in the near future to record tracks with NYB for their future full length compact disc. Meanwhile Doug Palmer, Jonnie Feedback and Johnny P. are busy rubbing ideas for future songs. The band is on down time, due to producer Richie Scarlet's tour with Sebastian Bach. When not busy with NYB, Johnny P. Keeps himself active producing and editing his local Cable show "The Gangsters of Rock" which airs on Staten Island Cable channel 35 & 57 ten times a month. This spring the show will be aired in all five boroughs of NYC and select areas of New Jersey, and will be branching out to the west coast in the new millenuim.

Spring 1997

An in-depth look at the transformation of the Johnny P. project into NYB. Their three song CD was released on November 1, 1996 to stimulate some interest in a major record company. The EP features several different musicians on it in order to select the final lineup of NYB.

NYB's roots originate in the Tri-State area with a lineup featuring Doug Palmer on lead vocals, guitar and harmonica, a rock and roll veteran from Connecticut. He brings his hard rock stage presence and style that drives the girls wild!

John Feedback from Queens N.Y., on lead guitar brings back the life of Jimmy Hendrix in his guitar street style of playing. Johnny P. on drums, guitars & vocals. His style varies from the 60's to the 90's. He is also founder of NYB, and President of Bay Productions, a local promotion and management company for local bands.

Producing the band is none other than the "Emperor of Rock and Roll" himself, Richie Scarlet. Richie, who has been around the music industry and played with various top named musicians including Ace Frehely from KISS and Leslie West from Mountain. Richie brought NYB back into the studio in the Spring of '97 to lay more tracks down for the future NYB full length CD. In the near future Mark Montague, known for his performance with the Peter Criss Banc, will be flying in from the West Coast to lay down future Rock sounds of their song "Addicted to Rock" to the soft touching sounds of "Vanessa" to the hard rock funk of "The Witch Doctor"

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November 1996

After a year hard work and planning, NYB is set to take off in a big way. Since its formation by ex-Barrage members Johnny P. and Jonnie Feedback in the Spring of 1995, NYB has been sequestered in the recording studio under the watchful eye of Producer Richie Scarlet working towards the release of NYB's three song EP. Richie Scarlet became interested in working with Johnny P. after one of Johnny's previous projects supported Richie while he was touring as guitar player for Ace Frehley. After a few meetings to mesh out their future plans, the trio began pre-production in the fall of 1995.

Having planted the seeds for NYB, Johnny P. enlisted the talent of veteran singer / songwriter Doug Palmer who is a regular on the Connecticut rock scene. Johnny P. became aware of Doug through Richie Scarlet who knew that Doug was an untapped resource because the two had worked together previously. Knowing very well Doug's hard rock vocal styling and NYB's "Back to Roots" writing style, Richie felt he had the ingredients for a match made in heaven. Having all the pieces of the puzzle in place the NYB boys headed for the recording studio to start recording the material that will become the first NYB compact disc.

NYB is signed to Shinebox Records who are currently shopping the EP around to major record labels to create interest for NYB's full length CD that is to be released sometime in the future. The executives at Shinebox Records have a lot of confidence in the NYB Project and the quality of the EP which was mastered by world renowned engineer Ted Jensen at Sterling Sound Studios, NYC. To handle all other aspects of promotion, management and public relations, NYB has enlisted the talents of Rick Risp and Bay Productions.

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