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Brian O'Boyle and Frankie Spetich at Lake Anna in Barberton, Ohio
JULY 1, 2008: Klancnik and Friends made their first appearance in Barberton, Ohio on Friday, June 20. What a great performance! The fans at Lake Anna were entertained for two hours by some of the best musicians in the polka industry. The whole recording band was on hand to perform. I hope you enjoy this photo of the two accordion players: one a Polka Hall of Famer (Frankie Spetich), the other, a young man with enormous talent who will win many awards and is a musician beyond his years (Brian O'Boyle).
FEBRUARY 8, 2009: The winner of the 2009 Grammy Award for polka music was awarded to Jimmy Sturr (again).
JANUARY 17, 2010: FINALLY!!!! That's how we feel about our latest addition to our website and polka support. We have figured out You Tube and have started a You Tube page for our polka videos we have in our collection. We are uploading daily and featuring some "Golden Oldies" very soon. Go to our You Tube page at: www.youtube.com/SlovenianMelodies and enjoy the videos.
DECEMBER 18, 2009: Hank Thunander from Minnesota and Kenny Brandt from Wisconsin were kind enough to add to our music library with CD's we never had before. If you are interested in getting them, go to our "New CD's" page.
DECEMBER 4, 2009: Joey Tomsick and the JTO cleaned up at Awards Show 22 last Saturday. Click on the link to see what Rock and Roll Legend John Mellencamp thinks of Joey and the JTO. http://www.mellencamp.com/?module=news&news_item_id=519&tag=Home
DECEMBER 1, 2009: We attended Polka Weekend Festivities on Friday at the Marriott in Cleveland and all of the bands were terrific. We were especially impressed with Hank Thunander's (ACCORDION) tribute to Eddie Habat, featuring Mark Habat (BASS), Paul Yanchar (SAX), Gary Byndas (SAX), Wayne Habat (DRUMS) and Ron Sluga (BANJO). Some great music was performed by these gentlemen.
Cell phone picture of Gary Byndas, Hank Thunander and Mark Habat playing during the Tribute to Eddie Habat on November 27, 2009.
SEPTEMBER 2, 2009: You may have noticed a new page on our website, our "24/7 Polka Heaven" page. That is because we are joining the 24/7 home on Sunday, September 6 at 9 PM. Thanks to Ray Zalokar for getting us started and to Frankie Spetich and Mark Trenta for sponsoring the show on 24/7.
AUGUST 10, 2009: What a great polka weekend in the Akron/Barberton area. First on Friday, August 7, Jeff Pecon appeared at Lake Anna Park in Barberton, Ohio. Jeff had some talented "sidemen" including: Ralph Delligatti (bass), Johnny Pecon Jr. (drums), Paul Yanchar (sax and vocals), Eric Noltkamper (banjo and guitar) and all the way from Nashville, TN, Joey Miskulin (accordian and vocals). Also, special guest Frankie Spetich appeared with band for three numbers (picture on right). Not only do these play well, but they are very appreciative of the crowd and were very cordial to a certain radio show host. On Sunday, the fun continued as the ABC Polka Association had their annual Jam Session at Wolter Park. Many talented musicians turned out to support the ABC on the hottest day of the summer.
How about the talent on this stage? Joey Miskulin, Eric Noltkamper, Paul Yanchar, Johnny Pecon Jr., Frankie Spetich, Jeff Pecon and Ralph Delligatti. WOW! Sorry for the quality of the picture.
Jeff Pecon and the Orchestra at Lake Anna Park on Friday, August 7, 2009. Sorry for the quality of the picture. It was taken in the dark with a cell phone camera.
JULY 9, 2009: Frankie and I had the pleasure of watching a "Pint Size Polkas" presentation at the Massillon Library last night by Uncle Mike, AKA, Mike Schneider. The program for all ages was outstanding. Mike has a good thing going here for learning and for our style of music. Also nice to see fellow DJ, Matt Shaffer, in attendance there. Great job, Mike. Keep up the good work!
JULY 1, 2009: Happy Anniversary to........OUR WEBSITE. www.slovenianmelodies.com is celebrating its one year anniversary today. A big THANK YOU to all of you who have visited, many who are regular visitors to our site. Thanks for listening to our shows on the website as well. We know we are reaching many of the US states and overseas, as well. Email us and let us know what you think.
JUNE 20, 2009: Our "Slovenian Melodies" mailbox received two great new CD's from Eddie and Gaylord Klancnik and Joey Tomsick and the JTO today. The first CD is titled "Klancnik". The second disc is "Polka Funhouse" from Joey Tomsick and the JTO. Both are outstanding and would be an smart purchase on your part. Go to our "New CD's" page for ordering information.
FEBRUARY 17, 2009: Joe Zupanchick sent us four new CD's. We will premiere three of them on our February 22 show. Also, what a great job by Mike Schneider on WKYC, Channel 3 in Cleveland on Tuesday morning. Mike was promoting polkas with Ron Sluga and John Pecon and did a GREAT JOB! Way to go, Mike.
Use this page as your place for what's happening in the world of polkas. You may even get a bit of "news" that doesn't have to do with polka music, but might be something to brighten your day. If you are looking for where and when your favorite band is playing, go to the "Polka Calendar" page.
JANUARY 25, 2010: We have added our own Cleveland Style Polka Hall of Fame page for awards nominations and winners since our website launched in July, 2008. Click here on the following link for that information: CLEVELAND-STYLE POLKA HALL OF FAME
QUESTIONS, COMMENTS, REQUESTS??? WANT TO POST DANCES ON THE WEBSITE??? CONTACT US AT: slovenianmelodies@yahoo.com
FEBRUARY 12, 2010: We have learned that our radio station is now broadcasting our show on Sunday's on 90.7 FM in Struthers, Ohio. So, if you are living in the Mahoning Valley, tune into 90.7 FM on Sundays to listen to our show LIVE!!!!
FEBRUARY 28, 2010: We have received the latest CD from the Vadnals. Ordering information is available on our "New CD's" page.
APRIL 12, 2010: Our April 4th radio show is not available. Also, we found out that the Bill Seles Octoberfest has been cancelled for good. This is sad news because Bill's Memorial Day Weekend festivities were cancelled earlier in the year.
APRIL 21, 2010: Also, thanks to George Suhon for getting us his latest CD. Ordering information is available on our "New CD's" page.
MAY 5, 2010: Happy Cinco de Mayo. We want to thank Greg Anderson from Wisconsin for sending us two CD's. For ordering information, go to our "New CD's" page. Also, our May 2nd show is uploaded to our "Radio Shows" page. Please enjoy the music.
MAY 6, 2010: Thanks to Dick Tady for supporting the show by sending us his latest CD release, Volume 4 of the "Best of..." series.
MAY 28, 2010: Have you missed one of our shows or are new to our website? Go to our "Radio Shows" page and listen to over 20 hours of "Slovenian Melodies" radio shows. Also, thanks to Jerry Kernz for getting us his new CD. Ordering info is on our "New CD's" page.
JUNE 12, 2010: We have added 4 videos of Wayne Tomsic to our YouTube page. Also,check out where your favorite bands are playing this summer on our "Polka Calendar" page. Thanks to Matt Shaffer for allowing the premiere of the "Slovenian Melodies" band at the ABC polka association picnic.
JUNE 21, 2010: We have updated our "Polka Hall" page, and others. We also have a new show on our "Radio Shows" page, our June 20th show. We also wanted to let our 24/7 listeners know that we have moved from Thursdays at 9AM to Friday at the same time. All other times remain the same. Finally, we will be on vacation till June 30th.
JULY 2, 2010: We want to say "Happy 2nd Anniversary" to our website. Almost 5,500 visitors in two years to our site. We appreciate all of you. Also, go to our "Radio Shows" page to listen to our June 27 show with 19 tunes by 19 bands. Finally, check out our "New CD's" page for discs that are new to us from Don Lipovac.
JULY 6, 2010: Our Independence Day show is now on our "Radio Shows" page, featuring 17 tunes by 17 bands. We also have 5 new videos on our "You Tube" page featuring George Staiduhar and the Revue. Also, go to our "New CD's" page for the latest release from Walter Ostanek and Frankie Yankovich.
JULY 10, 2010: Pictures of the Del Sinchak Band at Italian American Festival in Akron, Ohio. Del Sinchak and Ron Austalosh: Accordion, Alan Koss: Bass, Bob Smrecansky: Drums
JULY 11, 2010: We continued our Italian Festival weekend by listening to the music of Joey Tomsick and the JTO at the Stark County Fairgrounds. Band members include: Phil Hrvatin: Sax, Hank Guzel: Bass, Joey Tomsick: Accordion and Keyboards, Jim Penko: Drums. Great Job, Joey!
JULY 12, 2010: Our July 11th show is now uploaded to our "Radio Shows" page. In case you missed it, give us a listen in your spare time.
JULY 25, 2010: Does the heat and humidity have you down and tired? Then go to our "Radio Shows" page and give a listen in your nice, cool house. Our July 18th show and July 25th show are uploaded and ready for you to listen and enjoy.
