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Blaise Delfino: Keeping It Positive
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“If Paramore and Bruno Mars were to procreate, my music would be their love child,” said Indie music...“If Paramore and Bruno Mars were to procreate, my music would be their love child,” said Indie musician/singer/songwriter Blaise Delfino. “I write Pop/Rock songs with very catchy lyrics. I’ve been compared to Disney artists, as well as having a clean image and guitar heavy tracks. This is what sets my music apart from many of the artists currently in the industry.”
From Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, the multi-instrumentalist began playing drums at only five years old with his fathers influence. From there he moved onto saxophone and played in school bands. As a teenager, he became interested in learning the guitar. “I bought myself a book with tips and tricks on playing guitar, and taught myself. I would spend hours in my room working on my craft and grew to love my instrument. It wasn’t long until I was writing my own songs, performing at local clubs, and creating a buzz in my hometown.”
Delfino lists several musical influences notably Dashboard Confessional, Secondhand Serenade, and Paramore, but there are two musicians that he looks up to the most, “Chris Carraba of Dashboard Confessional is a musician I always have and will admire. He writes beautiful music, but his lyrics are what grasp the listener’s ear. He makes himself vulnerable to a point, and that is something I have learned through listening to his music. You can make yourself vulnerable to your fans, but leave a little mystery. Gregg Allman is another musician I greatly admire. Not only does he encompass distinguished musicianship, he is a great example on and off stage. He understands music and displays a great work ethic, attributes musicians need to be successful.”
The Indie singer/songwriter culls inspiration from what he sees around him. “My lyrical inspiration results from my observations of the human condition. How people behave under certain situations and circumstances provides me with great inspiration and material to write a song.”
Later when talking about his music, Delfino added, “I want my fans to receive a positive message from my music. There’s so much negativity in the world today, that I want my songs to be a safe haven where fans can go and lose themselves in the music. I write high-energy Pop/Rock songs, and to see my fans dancing and enjoying themselves at shows, I feel accomplished knowing they’ll leave the show with great memories and a smile on their face.”
Delfino has a four song EP out, Take Two, which is available on iTunes and Amazon and is in the studio working on his full-length debut, Away From Me. Indie music fans can check out Delfino’s music on his official site, Facebook page, You Tube channel, and can follow updates on his Twitter feed.
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Pennsylvania Recording Artist Blaise Delfino Donates Time to Fundraising Effort for ESU Radio Station
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East Stroudsburg University’s student run radio station, WESS 90.3 FM is ready for a facelift. Opera...East Stroudsburg University’s student run radio station, WESS 90.3 FM is ready for a facelift. Operating at the college since 1969, the current broadcast radius is approximately 15-30 miles. At the end of the month, students hope to be able to raise enough funds to afford equipment for a signal boost.
The benefit will begin with a banquet, followed by a concert to raise funds for a new transmitter. Several local musicians will be donating their time and talents. One such artist is local pop-rock singer, Blaise Delfino. Delfino has opened for national acts like JoJo, Ryan Cabrera and Elliot Yamin and is currently finishing up his first full-length studio album “Away From Me” (due out this summer). As a student at ESU, Blaise spends time hosting a show on WESS, Wednesday’s at 6pm. As an on-air personality at the station, he is happy to be a part of the fundraising effort and hopes that his performance will help draw people to the event to donate.
The event will be held at the Sherman Theater (524 Main Street, Stroudsburg, PA 18360) at 6pm on April 28th. Tickets are $10 in advance and $12 on the day of the event.
Also appearing: The Parsnip Revolt, Aayu, Cerca Trova, Rewriting Tomorrow and As We Whisper.
About Blaise Delfino
Blaise Delfino is an Pop-Rock recording artist from Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. His songs vary in topic from being in love to being held back. Blaise’s energetic shows feature clean lyrics and guitar heavy tracks; he finds inspiration in the music of Dashboard Confessional, Secondhand Serenade and Boys Like Girls. He has shared the stage with numerous national acts, including Ryan Cabrera, Elliot Yamin, Dave Melilo (Cute is What We Aim For), Chase Coy, Stephen Jerzak, Action Item, Patent Pending and Pat DiNizio (The Smithereens).
More information about Blaise Delfino can be obtained on his website at http://www.BlaiseDelfino.com or by contacting his publicist, Leslie Lavery at 732-333-9668 ext. 723.
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No Label Needed: Round-Up Of Some Of The Area’s Top Unsigned Acts
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Straight out of Bethlehem, PA, is 19-year-old recording artist, Blaise Delfino. After making waves i...Straight out of Bethlehem, PA, is 19-year-old recording artist, Blaise Delfino. After making waves in Pennsylvania, the singer/songwriter is starting to turn up the heat in the NJ/NY area. Delfino has shared the stage with some performers such as Ryan Cabrera, Chase Coy, Elliot Yamin, Action Item, Patent Pending, Dave Melilo, Sandlot Hereos and Stephen Jerzak. He is a freshman in college and is the host of a radio show that features other unsigned singer/songwriters. The recording artist is gearing up to release his first EP, Take Two, which will be available on iTunes. Blaise has a number of loyal fans who show up at all of his shows. Delfino’s set is full of youthful energy. His songs vary in topic from being in love to having someone hold you back. He is currently being managed by Mark Sincavage with Greedy Pimp Entertainment. If you’re a fan of Ryan Cabrera, and acoustic guitars with lyrics that can relate to you then give Blaise Delfino a shot. Check him out on the web at blaisedelfino.com. —Roz Smith
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Greedy Pimp Entertainment Signs Blaise Delfino – Indie Artist
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Blaise Delfino is a 19-year-old Pop Indie recording artist from Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. He has a n...Blaise Delfino is a 19-year-old Pop Indie recording artist from Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. He has a number of songs/videos posted on YouTube but have not picked up much traction yet. His image is tight and his music is similar to the Disney artist. I appreciate his clean lyrics and guitar heavy tracks.
The fact that he hired a Management company hopefully means that his fan base is expanding, he is close or has a distribution deal, and his album has dropped. If you recall from the post yesterday about building a team in the music/entertainment industry, a business manager or artist manager is key to helping the artist attain longevity in the industry. Greedy Pimp Entertainment, states on their website that their goal is to guide the professional career of artists in the entertainment industry.
As an independent artist – you still need help to develop and grow your brand. Just because you are labeled, an independent artist doesn’t mean that you are solo out there.
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Battle of the Bands lacks runaway winner, but has consistency
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... Delfino, accompanying himself on guitar, had a nice, buoyant voice, often sounding like Dashboar...... Delfino, accompanying himself on guitar, had a nice, buoyant voice, often sounding like Dashboard Confessional. But even after an earlier act was told the judges looked down on playing covers without changing them up, Delfino played a cover of The Killers’ “Mr. Brightside” that, frankly, wasn’t as good as his original songs. ...
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Singer-Songwriter event on tap in Cape May
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It's that special time of year when the Singer-Songwriter of Cape May comes to town, and dozens of l...It's that special time of year when the Singer-Songwriter of Cape May comes to town, and dozens of local and not-so-local acts unite to perform and embrace their genre of music. These events also boast one or two keynote speakers to kick off each night of music, and this year's speakers include Lucy Kaplansky and Pat DiNizio. You can hear both of their speeches - as well as their live music - at the Grand Ballroom inside Congress Hall, located at the Washington Street Mall in Cape May.
All the fun begins Friday, March 25, as Kaplansky begins the night with her speech at 5:15 p.m. Admission to hear her speech is $10 per person. All others are admitted free beginning at 7:30 p.m. to hear the music. The first act, Suzie Brown, starts at 8 p.m, followed by Natalie Gelman at 8:45 p.m. and, finally, Kaplansky at 9:30 p.m.
On Saturday, March 26, at the Grand Ballroom, DiNizio takes the stage as keynote speaker, also beginning at 5:15 p.m. Admission and time frame for opening to the public remains the same for Saturday as it is on Friday. Blaise Delfino starts the music at 8 p.m., followed by Brian Mackey at 8:45 p.m., and DiNizio at 9:30 p.m.
Grand Ballroom (Congress Hall, Washington Street Mall, Cape May, 609-884-8421) - Saturday: Pat DiNizio as keynote speaker, $10, 5:15 p.m., Blaise Delfino, 8 p.m., Brian Mackey, 8:45 p.m., Pat DiNizio, 9:30 p.m.
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