The Long Waited Formal Release of
a Journey through Music is what Comes to Mind. My Life
Story is "To Hell and
Back"
Artwork for, To Hell and Back
by Jim Breidenstein
The
Ron Mendez Band CD “To Hell And Back”. The
seven song CD was recorded live at Long Meadow Park in Sinclaireville, NY. The band, Ron Mendez (vocals, harp,
guitars), Mike McCean (bass), Jim Prime (lead guitar) and Rick
Dranger (drums), play a Southern blues/rock reminiscent of The
Allman Brothers, Lynyrd Skynyrd, The Outlaws and The Marshall
Tucker Band. Click Here to read the rest of the story on BestofWNY.com
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From Hollister to Buffalo The Ron Mendez Band
"To
Hell and Back"
Reviewed by Bill Hayes Thunder Press Click
on the photo to view the full image
It's always refreshing to see an artist who is truly dedicated to what
he does. One who doesn't check to see which way the ol' breeze is shifting
before making decisions and commitment. One who is loyal to his roots.
That is Ron Mendez.
Just a quick look at
Ron's website (www.dolphinrocks.com) and you get a very comfortable feeling,
like slipping through the front door of your favorite neighborhood bar.
Everything around you is right. There is a central theme and a friendly
atmosphere. I can almost hear Toby Keith in the background..."I love this
bar"... but in this case the tunes that are the epi-center of his website
are from a variety of other greats in the rock and blues field, and that
includes Ron himself.
Everything about Mendez
epitomizes that down-to-earth, no BS biker attitude. He is involved in
event promotions, local blues joints, and charity giveaways. His website
features booze, barbecue, bikes, rock 'n' roll, roadhouse and just about
everything else that makes you proud to be an American and a part of the
motorcycling community.
And the guy can play
the harp! No, not that kind of harp! The harmonica... the blues harp...
the Mississippi saxophone!
"To Hell and Back"
is Ron's latest CD, recorded live at Long Meadow Park in Sinclairville,
New York. With a band consisting of Ron on vocals, harp and guitar, Mike
McCean on bass, Jim Prime on lead, and drummer Rick Dranger, they come
up with a sound that Ron describes as "a Southern blues/rock reminiscent
of the Allman Brothers, Lynyrd Skynyrd, The Outlaws and the Marshall Tucker
Band." I agree.
The disc is definitely
from a fine "old school" tradition... (the school that whoever picked Elton
John to play at the Harley 100th last year should have attended, but I
digress).
This is the type of
stuff that has driven this lifestyle for two generations now-straight ahead
and genuine. And it should be. Ron has shared the stage with the likes
of David Crosby, The Band and Gregg Allman.
The other thing that
makes what Ron does so inspiring to me is that because he's headquartered
in Buffalo, New York, his work bridges a bit of a social gap. We here on
the West Coast-especiall in the southwest-begin to fell that the entire
biker culture is centered here, where we can ride in warm, cruisin' comfort
virtually 365 days a year. Other than Laconia, the northern section of
the U.S.A. is not often on our spoiled radar screens.
But seeing Ron's website,
hearing his music, and knowing his dedication to "keepin' this two-whelled
faith" alive... all of this re-establishes the scope of this brotherhood.
"To Hell and Back"...
or from sea to shining sea... again it's a comfortable feeling to know
that wherever we may ride our bond stay strong and true.
A thanks to Ron Mendez
for his music... and for his devotion to the things that make us who we
are.
MUSICIANS:Dolphin Productions
can Secure, Press Kits, Recording Time, Venues, Bands, Bookings
through out all 50 States. Ron Mendez is a Representative for
the most Incredible Music Project ever.
Don't get Stabbed in the
Back by people you
think that are out to help you but in the same Breath they can,
Put Down, The Greatest Musicians that ever Played a Guitar or
Sang a Song and even Won Grammys. Dolphin Productions is
more on the National Level of the Music Industry. Make your move
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Contacting:
Ron Mendez at
www.DolphinRocks.com
or if you already are on Dolphin Rocks go to the
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the Answers...With Respect!!!
Attention: Musicians
and any one who wants to Have a DVD of their Event! The Deal
of A Lifetime, Jump to the Front of the Line! P.A.
Rental and DVD Live Recording.
Using all State of the Art Gear. Two J.B.L. SF 15 Boxes with
Horns, Peavey Monitors with Scorpion Speakers and a Behringer
Powered Head, Two Mic's with Boom Stands. Low Rates! Will Set
Up and Take Down at Venue.
P.A. Rental $125. and DVD Live
Recording up to 60 Min.
$125. Includes First, DVD.
Legendary Guitarist
"Dickey Betts"
was the one, Allman Brother and Founder of Great Southern
that took more than 25 years of hanging out with the
Incredible A.B.B. to finally meet in a kicked back manner,
says Ron Mendez, A & R, Direction and Radio Promoter for Big
7 Records on the West Coast.
In the picture:
Phenomenal Guitarist
"Dickey Betts"
and Dickies, Son
"Duane Betts".
Ron Conducted a Impromptu 3 hour Interview with Dickey,
Duane and Paula, Dickies Southern Belle in the master room
on his beautiful, Tour Bus. The Dicky Betts Band, amazing!
Beautiful
People and Owners of the Most Incredible
Lobster Eatery in North America. Ken and Karin Porter.
Guitar
Armageddon Ron
Mendez was the First Official Judge for This years 2004Guitar
Armageddon. "This is the 4th time, I've
been honored judging this prestigious event through out
the years," says Mendez. The competition was filled
with quality players!"
Iron
Art Cycles specializes in Stock
to Custom Motorcycle Painting & Airbrush Artwork.
Click Here for more
details.
Harry's
Harbour Place Grille
is located in Buffalo NY alongside the
beautiful waterfront. If you are looking for a four star
dining experience, Harry's Harbor Place is waterfront dining
at its best. Harry's
Harbour Place Grille was
proudly named the Best of Buffalo Seafood in 2004. Their
lobster tail is just one of the many gourmet seafood entrees
they have to offer. As well as having phenomenal
seafood they are an excellent steak restaurant. Open for
Lunch Tue-Fri 11:30 - 3:00 PM & Dinner Tue - Sat 5:00 PM -
10:00 PM
International Restaurant Reviewer Ron Mendez would like to thank
all of the Staff and Especially Jerry McCarthy, General
Manager. The food and service is outstanding, with an ever
changing ambiance from sunrise to sunset. From the
moment you walk in your senses will be in awe as you see the
incredible chef and his staff, creating artistry from the
inverted kitchen. You'll be swept away by the aroma of the
food that will soon tantalize your taste bud's in an
atmosphere that can only be described as magnificent. See
Our Friendly Links Page for more Insight: Don't forget to
ask about Harry's amazing all you can eat, Sunday brunch!
Reservations Suggested: Ph. 716-874-5400 2192 Niagara Street,
Buffalo N.Y.14207
Doing tunes from Freedom and Made in
the U.S.A. There is no better, Biker Band in the Country says Ron Mendez and
Bill Hayes from the
National Biker Magazine, Thunder Press. He has also received
Rave Reviews from Easy Riders Magazine and just played to
17000, people at one of their Events. http://www.big7productions.com/newstuff.htmand
Not only does Ron Represent, The
Best Motorcycle Band Today.
Charlie plays it and sings it like
it is. Biker Music at its best.
He's been working with the Greatest
Production Company and Staff in The Free World with Major
Contacts all over the Globe for Two Years, Big 7
Productions. He's on their Roster of Entertainment for
National Acts who might need a Fill-In. Some of the other
Musicians include Legendary Artist such as: Deacon Jones,
Donny Balwin, Eddie Money, Lester Chambers, Santana, The
Doobie Brothers and a Cast of Super Stars, too many
to mention. Ron Mendez is notorious for bringing the House
Down, when ever he breaks out his Blues Harp that he
Mastered over 33 years and a couple hundred blown out
Harps later ...
www.big7productions.com/ron.htmHorner will soon be
Sponsoring," The Harp ". The Building of "The Freedom
Bike" is a Beautiful Thing and Represents, America and
Bikers all over the World. When Dennis Sanfillippo, Rolls
the Dice it's 7 or 11.The most Down to Earth person I ever
met, say's, Mendez...
In the Picture, one of Dennis's
other Theme Bikes. Sitting on this Magnificent Machine is
Bobby our DVD Chief of Video Production and Head of our
Video Crew.
A Master of the Hammond B3,
Deacon Jones has performed with Baby Huey and the Baby Sitters,
Curtis Mayfield, Freddie King, John Lee Hooker, PAPPO, Eric
Clapton, Joe Cocker, Carlos Santana, Noel Redding, Stevie Ray
Vaughn and many other Legendary Superstars! He makes believers out
of his listeners!
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721 Mineral Springs Road
West Seneca, New York 14224
Local Phone: 716-822-3227
Say Hi! To Ron and Ruth
Mendez from Dolphin
Productions presents a Les Paul Jr. to the owners of "Liquid
Therapy" in Collins N.Y. Proceeds benefit Mercy Flight. Give Ron
a call for a possible booking. 716-934-3789
Make a Wish Thanks Dolphin Productions
In the True Spirit of The Belle Starr
Road House, This Place Cooks!
In Memory of the Greatest Road House That
Ever Stood
"The Belle Starr Saloon"
Dolphin Productions says, MOLLY HATCHET is
Southern Rock that will make your Blood Boil...
Freight Train featuring Blu Lou Cranks it
up at Cobble Stone every other Tuesday. These Guys Smoke and
will make any Venue Rock ! Having a Party? Contact Dolphin! Blu
Lou rips it Up "Awesome Stage Presents" playing
the likes of Stevie Ray Vaughan, Jimi Hendrix, The Doors and B.B.
King to name a few. Take it from me, Hire Freight Train for your
Next Event! Buffalo N.Y., Erie Pa., or Southern Ohio Freight Train
is your Ticket to Ride...
Ron presents Derek Trucks with a Freshly
Burned Master C.D. of his Product "To Hell and
Back" . Ron opened for The Prodigy Guitarist twice, and they
have remained friends through out the Years. Derek is with
"The Derek Trucks Band" and The Legendary "Allman
Brothers Band" .You can see him with Gregg and the Boys at
Darien Lake Aug.19th,Don't miss this Show!
Ron says after all these's years
"Jim Dandy " from BLACK OAK ARKANSAS can still bring any
Venue of people down to their knees.
"Ron Mendez "Feels the Free Bird
of Ronnie VanZant"
"Memorial to Ronnie VanZant...He is the Free Bird!"
"Rest in Peace...The Dove is with Us!"
Lady Nina from BLIND RAGE
performs songs by these Legendary Artist's that will
give you a Real Rush! "Pure Perfection" says C.E.O of Dolphin Records and Music Critic:
Ron Mendez,
"Blind Rage is Hot!" Click
here to book Blind Rage
For the Finest
in Authentic Southern Style Slow Cooked Pulled Pork and
Huge Racks of Ribs Contact "Desperado's"
for any Event, Big or Small by going to the Dolphin
Catering
Thursday Nights:
Harmonica Master & Lead Singer Ron Mendez belts out
the blues at Quincy Streets, Thursday Night Open Mic.
Dedicated
to the Discovery, Promotion and Sale of CDs of all Independent
Artists.www.bluesbuff.com
Ron's 1996 Dyna Glide Convertible at
"The Harley Happening 2002" At 70 M.P.H. it can hit 85
M.P.H. in 3 seconds!
Now thats Rock and Roll.
Ron Mendez with
"Dangerous" Dan Toler from The
Allman Brothers Band. Live on Stage after a Scorching
Performance of Southern Rock and Roll. It was the
Title Track from Ron's Tape he recorded with the Legendary
Artist. "Belle Starr Reunion 2000"
Ron loves Jamming with the the Multiple Gold and
Platinum Album Musicians.
Ron and Patty Loveless in Panama City, Florida "2001"
Ron with his Rare Deep
Blue B.C. Rich Warlock Bronze Series, Private Collection. It was
part of www.CyberSpokes.com Buffalo Food Bank Cruise.
"The Rain Man" from The Springville Travelers M.C. Won
the Guitar signed by Warren Haynes from The Allman Brothers Band
and Government Mule
Ron Mendez &
Suzy Boggus in Panama City, Florida "2000"
"To
Hell and Back" Special CD-ROM-VIDEO,
Never Released, Never Seen! 8
Min. 13 sec.Bonus! High Quality! Video Footage w/Effects
of The Original "PEER PRESSURE PROJECT"
Collectors Edition. 
