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Jimmy Cohn Productions - Jerry would love this band

jimmy@jimmycohnproductions.com — Sat, 20 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0100

I love this band and Jerry would too...i saw that bumper sticker at the Shakedown in Chicago last weekend...I've seen 18 shows since the band formed in september of 2009...i am so grateful bobby and phil put this band together. i love the scene, the music...this is it!! i know there are those who say, without Jerry, its not the same and i agree, it is not , it is different ..and it is sweet. my hats off to john, jeff and joe..i am a want to be drummer, and i think joe russo is one [...]

JimmyCohnProductions - Furthur Tour 2010

jimmy@jimmycohnproductions.com — Wed, 29 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100

just back from Red Rocks..what a great week..i've seen Furthur now 14 shows...

was in oakland for 2 of the first 3 shows..new years in SF...phils birthday in SF, Chicago for 2 hot shows, furthur fest in angels camp and 5 shows last week, santa barbara, LA, vegas, and 2 of the 3 red rocks shows...i missed friday to ride in the homecoming parade with my daughter emma

i wouldn't have missed that for the world.... on to Furthur....the music lives..and it lives real good.. bobby [...]

JimmyCohnProductions -packaging award winners

jimmy@jimmycohnproductions.com — Wed, 29 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100

its been a while since we posted - we have hadd a busy year , both in our work and our love of music.

we recently have won 2 awards , one for a dvd package for John Paul Mitchell Systems Angus IV DVD and just this week picked up a packaging award for a product carrier we produced for Paul Brown Hawaii.

if you need creative award winning packaging for dvd's ,cd's , haircare products, food products or anything that needs retail packaging, let us help you..

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Jimmy Cohn Productions - 2010 and Furthur

jimmy@jimmycohnproductions.com — Mon, 15 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100

it's been a while since i updated this blog. i have been keeping my clients and friends up to date on facebook. what a year 2010 is beginning to look like for us rockers.

since the Furthur New Years shows which were terrific, i was in Chicago at Budy Guy's club to introduce my friends Lubriphonic. these guys are getting some traction with their rockin blues sound. the horns remind of the tower of power horns and the pipes of Giles Corey will get your juices flowing. i had the [...]

Jimmy Cohn Productions - Buddy Guy and Eric Clapton

jimmy@jimmycohnproductions.com — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100

wednesday , january 27th, i had the honor of introducing hot funk, blues band, lubriphonic at buddy guys's club legends in chicago. lubriphonic was opening for buddy as the blues legend was closing out his annual january run at the downtown chicago club.

the 20 year old venue will be moving to larger quarters in the next few months, the club has seen the likes of eric clapton and the rolling stones grace the stage. buddy guy a most well respected man and great friend to many a axemen, w [...]

Jimmy Cohn Productions - Furthur New Years Shows

jimmy@jimmycohnproductions.com — Sat, 02 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100

just returned from 2 nights with Furthur. the shows were terrific. i am not one that attends the shows as a critic. i am so grateful the guys are out making the music. this lineup is so energized.

i am a warren haynes fan, but really like john's fit in the band. what a trip it must be for john to be playing with bobby and phil.

i love joe and jay's energy on drums and percussion, the keys of jeff and appreciate the 2 ladies doing the backing vocals.

i heard most of my favo [...]

jimmy Cohn Productions - Furthur Shows Announced

jimmy@jimmycohnproductions.com — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0100

Bobby , Phil , John, Joe and Jay, the Band called Furthur is set to play the Bill Graham Civic Auditorium December 30 and 31. Just announced this week is the first leg of the 2010 tour.

East Coast dates up and down the coast , winding up in Chicago March 2 and 3 at the Auditorium Theatre, and then Portand, Or.

i'll be in San francisco for the New Years shows and then Chicago. Rumor is the tour will continue...look for a Coachella and Lollapalooza announcement that coul [...]

jimmy Cohn Productions - cd replication

jimmy@jimmycohnproductions.com — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0100

You can search the internet and find inexpensive cd replication. Some advertise prices...but be careful..all info is not posted. artwork is additional, stampers sometimes are additional , freight is additional. It's usually more than it appears. They hook you with the low price claim.

Have all your ducks in a row before dealing with the internet . We give a personal touch to our clients at Jimmy Cohn Productions. We will help you with all your questions and needs. There will [...]

jimmy Cohn Productions - dinner with U2

jimmy@jimmycohnproductions.com — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0100

watching the U2 show on youtube, reminds me of a night in the mid 80's , dining at the great Gene and Georgetti's in Chicago. My brother , myself and a few other friends, eating at this terrrific Chicago eatery, the band , on their first US tour came into the dining room. we went over to their table and were obliged with autographs.

i have never been a big fan of the band, but always have respected not only their music but all the stands they have taken in the name of peace and love. i [...]

jimmy Cohn Productions - Kaylah Marin rockin NYC

jimmy@jimmycohnproductions.com — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0100

Kaylah Marin is hittin the Big Apple this week with a radio and club mix cd of her hit "On the Floor." Kaylah's voice will have the folks dazzled and dancin . I saw her perform at the Mint in LA a few weeks ago and she lit it up.

Check her out and note Jimmy Cohn Productions handled the packaging and replication of this double cd set.

jimmy Cohn Productions - Furthur New Years Shows

jimmy@jimmycohnproductions.com — Sun, 18 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0100

As expected, Furthur with bobby and phil, jay , jeff, joe , and john will be playing bill graham auditorium in san francisco december 30 and 31...

Great shows by the Dead last year , same nights...a great venue. A great scene, i will be there..maybe not stay for the eve shows as much as i'd like to , but family too has priority..the music lives on...Furthur ....

jimmy Cohn Productions - cd replication for new artists

jimmy@jimmycohnproductions.com — Sun, 18 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0100

Jimmy Cohn Productions is doing alot of special projects for various artists across the country. Working with radio promoters and managers to get music into the decision makers and at the retail level. thats what we do at jimmy cohn productions..minimum runs are done, pricing is best at 2000 pieces and up.

if you are a new artist , management company , promoter, call jimmy cohn productions at 818 266 4603, see our website jimmycohnproductions.com

you don't just go to a website and [...]

jimmy Cohn Productions - Umphrey's McGee cd's

jimmy@jimmycohnproductions.com — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0100

Jimmy Cohn Productions is starting to catch some fire with the jam band community. Recently, we were introduced to Vince Iwinski of Umphrey's McGee and it looks like we will be the packaging company of choice to make their cd packages. Umphreys sells cds of their live shows at the venue at the conclusion. Jimmy Cohn was able to create a nice savings for the band and is now looking at other print opportunities with UM. if you are a jam band looking for a source to handle your retail music packagi [...]

Jimmy Cohn Productions Allman Brothers Band Big House

jimmy@jimmycohnproductions.com — Sat, 10 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0100

The Allman Brothers Band may appear at the grand opening of the Big House Museum in Macon. The house where the early years happened has been renovated through a foundation of family, friends and fans is set to open the first week of December. A celebration is in the works with many guests expected to appear . The Allman Brothers Band , one of the longest running rock bands to have a dedicated following and tours that sell out annually across the USA. I look forward to making the trip to Macon [...]

jimmy Cohn Productions -More Furthur Shows Announced

jimmy@jimmycohnproductions.com — Sun, 27 Sep 2009 00:00:00 +0100

Bobby , Phil and the guys will hit the road in December ..starting in New York City. I plan on seeing an announcenent soon regarding New Years shows in San Francisco. I'd heard months ago the guys would be back on the road after New Years, and it looks to be happening.

December 8 & 9
Hammerstein Ballroom
New York City, NY
Doors: 6:30 [...]

Jimmy Cohn Productions -Furthur shows

jimmy@jimmycohnproductions.com — Sun, 20 Sep 2009 00:00:00 +0100

Oh what a trip...the music goes on..what a treat, i was standing on the curb by the Fox Theatre Friday night before the first of 3 Furthur shows. Chatting with a friend from NYC, up pulled a silver Lexus, the driver..Bob Weir..looking as if he didn't know where to park..It was the beginning of 2 great nights for the rockstars of the cd/dvd replication business, Jimmy Cohn Productions.

The new lineup , at least for these 3 nights in Oakland, Bobby and Phil, Jeff Chimenti, Joe Russo on th [...]

jimmy Cohn Productions -Bob Weir and Phil Lesh

jimmy@jimmycohnproductions.com — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 00:00:00 +0100

we head up to Oakland, CA today, have 2 nights of the latest weir/lesh troupe, Furthur playing at the Fox theatre. We will not be staying for the sunday show..look forward to the sound and the scene. The music never stops and to those who say, without Jerry it isn't the same, I say , of course its not...but the music lives on. The music stands for everything good in life..peace , love, friendship, smilin, freedom...it's all good..cd's and dvd's by jimmy cohn productions...www.JimmyCohnProduction [...]

jimmy Cohn Productions -Ratdog with jackie Greene

jimmy@jimmycohnproductions.com — Sat, 12 Sep 2009 00:00:00 +0100

What a great night ,September 5 at LA's Greek Theatre..Bob Weir and ratdog, joined by Jackie Greene for a smokin Ratdog show. Jackie's band opened the night with a nice set featuring songs from Jackie's latest cd. jackie and his band stayed on when Bobby and the boys came on. This was the final week of the summer Ratdog tour, we will be heading up to Oakland this coming Friday for the latest rendition of the Bobby /Phil traveling road show..Furthur hits the stage at the Fox Theatre next [...]

Jimmy Cohn Productions -Allman Brothers in Chicago

jimmy@jimmycohnproductions.com — Sun, 06 Sep 2009 00:00:00 +0100

The Allman Brothers Band played Chicago's Charter One Pavilion at Northerly Island this week on Tuesday and Wednesday. After a meet and greet with some of the Allman Brothers, Jimmy Cohn got to meet Derek and Oteil, the ABB took the stage first Tuesday, and has been the normm on this 40th anniversary year, the Bros were joined by guests. Tuesday's show included apprearances by Dave Mason and Buddy Guy. Mason was in town for a show at the Ravinia festival located in Chicago's northern suburb o [...]

Jimmy Cohn Productions -Furthur , the Dead , Led Zeppelin

jimmy@jimmycohnproductions.com — Sat, 29 Aug 2009 00:00:00 +0100

The news keeps getting more exciting in the rock n roll world . As we near September 1, the fall ,winter, and 2010 concert world is on fire. Bob Weir and Phil Lesh will bring a new band to Oaklands' Fox Theatre September 17-19 , a band called Furthur. Sure to bring the Deads' tunes alive, the Dead community is looking to set up camp there. At this time, we don't have New Years info. The scoop is the tour will commence in January and the story continues for Bobby,Phil and whichever group they [...]