Dangling Success

It was an enjoyably relaxing evening for the over 30 crowd at BSP in Kingston on Memorial Day weekend when the smooth jazz sounds of the Dangling Success complemented a wine tasting by Cascade Mountain Winery.

The Dangling Success is a far cry from the dinner jazz of yesteryear. It is a smooth sound with a groove reminiscent of rhythm and blues. A horn section pushes some memorable melodies that would surprise those who didn’t think they understood jazz! One eager audience member gushed that she had no idea she liked jazz until she heard the Dangling Success. Maybe that’s because the Dangling Success has struck a nice balance between today’s adult contemporary music and the new genre of smooth jazz.

Regardless, an evening that began with a sampling of some of the Hudson Valley’s award-winning wines from Cascade Mountain Winery took the audience on a flavorous, savorous, and auditory adventure. The wine pleased the taste buds and the nasal passages, and the music delighted the ears! It was a surprise evening, one more reminiscent of a large cosmopolitan metropolis, not a quaint Hudson Valley city.

Once the concert began, concertgoers received a program, which contained psychoanalyses of each song written by Dr. Ivan, a fictitious psychologist who markets himself as a Guru of Love. For example, the song titled Mischievous Kiss was described as the type of kiss that “may explain why the kids were prematurely put to bed fully clothed that evening.”

All in all, as people sat at small cabaret tables sipping their wine, reading their program and listening to the music, they were transported away, even if only temporarily, to a relaxing place. It was certainly the best place to be that night.

The Dangling Success continues its Smooth Jazz and Wine Tasting Concert Series with Cascade Mountain Winery next on June 24th on the “Spirit-on-Hudson” river boat which leaves from Poughkeepsie. Visit their website for more dates and details at www.danglingsuccess.com. - The Lincoln Eagle IX July, 2007 Page 13

The classy tradition of dinner jazz is making a temporary return, but don’t think it’s your Daddy’s dinner jazz. It ain’t! The five piece smooth jazz band, the Dangling Success, is performing a Valentine’s Day dinner show Thursday, February 14 at Dockside in Mahopac. They aim to modernize the hip tradition of dinner jazz. Their grooves are mesmerizing, their melodies are intoxicating and their performances are electrifying! Their music has been called “an aphrodisiac for the spirit.” <http://danglingsuccess.com/images/kelticbandsmall.jpg>

Mike – Dockside’s King of Cuisine -- has prepared a special three course meal, a glass of champagne along with a musical appetizer all for only $29.95! It’s time to dust off the threads and head out for a great night of music!

Smooth Jazz, Rhythm & Blues & Motown blend together in the music of the Dangling Success. All at once, it’s smooth and sultry, yet energetic and electrifying. Sweet and sweaty sax melodies by Mark “Dr. Sax” Niekrowitz, who has played with Manhattan’s big bands as well as gritty club acts, soar above the textured and smart rhythms of former Isley Brothers guitarist, Gioron Wilkins. Solid and soulful polyrhythms crack from the snare drum of former Don Mclean drummer, Paul Rossman. Keeping the low end melodically satisfied is Mike McDonough on bass while Dan Odescalchi fills the musical crevasses on keyboards. Smooth Jazz saxophone sensation Nelson Rangell has even joined these musicians in the studio.

The Dockside is located at 825 South Lake Boulevard in Mahopac, NY. Call (845) 621-0057 to make reservations.

Visit www.danglingsuccess.com for more information and hear the band!
- More Sugar

The Dangling Success, a smooth grooving jazz/rock group out of New York, unveiled their latest release, City Life. This five-piece Groove/R&B/Smooth Jazz band can best be described as an aphrodisiac for the spirit, infusing their songs with the perfect blend of all things smooth and funky, rock and jazz. Produced by the group itself, this album it energetic and electrifying, yet also smooth and sultry. A follow up to their 2008 release, Chilled Champagne , the album is evidence that the group continues to produce some of the best smooth and funky jazz out there.

The Band
Having worked along side numerous big wigs - Isley Brothers, Don Mclean, Roy Orbison, The Shirelles, John Platania, Bernard Purdie & Guilherme Franco to name a few - these musicians have already paid their dues. Years ago five seasoned musicians with varied backgrounds to together to play music with the kind of soul that moves not only your feet, but your spirit too. Above all, they enjoy playing and just have fun with the music. And they’re not the only ones - the fun the band members have on stage is contagious, and the audience is quick to join in.

Made up of 5 members - Mark “Dr. Sax” Niekrewicz (saxophones), Gioron Wilkins, Sr. (guitars), Mike McDonough (bass), Paul Rossman (drums, percussion), and Daniel Odescalchi (keyboards) - are more than your everyday studio musicians. Yes, their recordings are fabulously detailed and meticulous, but the hook is their performance.
Dr. Sax leaps onto pit sofas with the audience and stand on tables while Wkilins and McDonough jam on the dance floor with the crowd - never missing a note. As a band, The Dangling Success is dedicated to lifting spirits and putting excitement back into the lives of listeners. They make up one smokin’ soul jazz band, just waiting to jump start your spirits again. - AllYourJazz.com

Club Jazz fans should take immediate notice of City Life from the Jazz Quintet, The Dangling Success. They build their endearing selection of songs, including a gracious rendition of The Rolling Stones' rockier “Beast of Burden,”into a collection of enjoyable instrumentals.

The Niekrewicz experience is the centerpiece here with his saxophones. But his accompanying band highlight his instrument with excellence, every note played in perfection. The band's music is a time capture from the '70s and enjoyably so. City Life is easy to fall in love with. I highly recommend the full-album experience because you won't want to break this one apart. - ****
- Musictap.net

THE DANGLING SUCCESS "Chilled Champagne"
”Warning! this music is an aphrodisiac for the spirit!” The Dangling Success’ website reads in bright red. I personally wouldn’t limit its effects to just the spirit, however. The tunes on the debut release CHILLED CHAMPAGNE may cut into sales of Viagra and Cialis! Radio agrees, as they lavish the following comments upon the recording: “Smooth Jazz with a definite edge.” “It’s smooth and sultry, yet energetic and electrifying.” “A unique sound that’s fresh and will really perk up our listeners’ ears!” What’s getting everybody so excited about this Hudson River Valley, NY based Smooth groove band? You’ll clearly hear the answer when you check out tracks like “Lipstick Marks,” “Arabian Nights,” and “Chillin.” Mark “Dr. Sax” Neikrowitz and his compadres, guitarist Gioron Wilkins, Sr., bassist Mike McDonough, drummer/percussionist Paul Rossman, and keyboardist Daniel Odescalchi have got it goin’ on with this set of nine groove-laden originals. We hear their live shows are events to behold, as they leap onto tables and dance with the crowd while performing! I can’t wait for this album to be the catalyst for a national tour. The Dangling Success’ CHILLED CHAMPAGNE is big fun for the summer, and it’ll keep you warm all year round! ~SCOTT O'BRIEN
- SmoothJazz.com

By Michael Marnell

Kingston, NY -- They can be heard on the radio in NYC, Connecticut, Atlanta GA, Charlotte NC, Denver, CO and as far away as Appleton, Wisconsin and British Columbia. Their video can be seen on YouTube. Their debut CD titled “Chilled Champagne” has even sold in Poland! They are the Hudson Valley’s very own Soul/Funk/Smooth Jazz band called the Dangling Success. And on July 26th they will appear at Pier 23, at 23 Broadway in Kingston.

Kingston resident, bass player Mike McDonough, says he looks forward to playing in his home town. “This is a fun band to play with,” says McDonough. “The audience can always count on having a good time and I’ve been wanting to give my friends a chance to see the band.”

What can the audience expect at a Dangling Success performance? Aside from music that’s been called “an aphrodisiac for the spirit,” the band delivers a high energy show. You can always count on “Dr. Sax” leaping onto chairs in the audience while executing an inspirational solo. And their guitarist and bass player often rip up the dance floor while performing, while never missing a note.

Peir 23 owner, Lamar Clark is looking forward to the night. “We expect a great night of music and fun.” Lamar said. “This group is as much about the performance as they are about the music. I think they will be the perfect complement to a great dinner for those who also dine with us that evening!”

The Dangling Success has been receiving excellent reviews from radio stations all across the county. Scott Stevens, WECB 104.3 The Breeze, from Appleton, Wisconsin said, the Dangling Success is “Five guys with great chemistry that definitely define 'Smooth Jazz'." "Nice, smooth jazz with a definite edge!" is how Bob Putignano of WFDU-FM, 89.1, in New York City described them. Frank Todd of WJFN-FM, from Long Island, NY, said, "I know how tough it is to make good music. Plus I am a long time fan of David Sanborn, and the Dangling Success has a similar sound." And Ed Tankus from Blue Plate Radio, "Greater New Haven, CT's Premier Jazz Station" said “I think you've got a unique sound that's fresh and will really perk up our listeners' ears!”

McDonough recently shared the workload associated with getting radio airplay. “We’ve done radio interviews over the phone and also recording a number of station tags, like ‘Hi, this is the Dangling Success and you’re listening to Station XXX’” McDonough noted. “Although it really is a lot of fun, we never realized how much time and energy it can consume.”

But while they are out promoting their CD, the Dangling Success never misses an opportunity to play live. “We hope this is the first of many successful performances at Pier 23,” said Clark.

The musicians who play in the Dangling Success have been making music for years with acts like the Isley Brothers, Don Mclean, The Shirelles, John Platania, Bernard Purdie and Guilherme Franco. Sweet and sweaty sax melodies by Mark "Dr. Sax" Niekrowitz, who has played with Manhattan's big bands as well as gritty club acts, soar above the textured and smart rhythms of former Isley Brothers guitarist, Gioron Wilkins. Solid and soulful polyrhythms crack from the snare drum of former Don Mclean drummer, Paul Rossman. Keeping the low end melodically satisfied is Mike McDonough on bass, who played with Roy Orbison, while Dan Odescalchi fills the musical crevasses on keyboards.

The band starts performing at 9 PM on July 26 at Pier 23 in Kingston. For more information visit www.danglingsuccess.com.
- Lincoln Eagle, Kingston, NY

THE DANGLING SUCCESS "Chilled Champagne"
”Warning! this music is an aphrodisiac for the spirit!” The Dangling Success’ website reads in bright red. I personally wouldn’t limit its effects to just the spirit, however. The tunes on the debut release CHILLED CHAMPAGNE may cut into sales of Viagra and Cialis! Radio agrees, as they lavish the following comments upon the recording: “Smooth Jazz with a definite edge.” “It’s smooth and sultry, yet energetic and electrifying.” “A unique sound that’s fresh and will really perk up our listeners’ ears!” What’s getting everybody so excited about this Hudson River Valley, NY based Smooth groove band? You’ll clearly hear the answer when you check out tracks like “Lipstick Marks,” “Arabian Nights,” and “Chillin.” Mark “Dr. Sax” Neikrowitz and his compadres, guitarist Gioron Wilkins, Sr., bassist Mike McDonough, drummer/percussionist Paul Rossman, and keyboardist Daniel Odescalchi have got it goin’ on with this set of nine groove-laden originals. We hear their live shows are events to behold, as they leap onto tables and dance with the crowd while performing! I can’t wait for this album to be the catalyst for a national tour. The Dangling Success’ CHILLED CHAMPAGNE is big fun for the summer, and it’ll keep you warm all year round! ~SCOTT O'BRIEN
- SmoothJazz.com