BEHIND THE D.O.R.R. - MAY 2020 ISSUE

It is so hard to believe it is May 9, 2020 and the Eastern side of the United States is dealing with what they are calling a weak  "Polar Vortex".  Areas in Northern Ohio is even seeing snow and record low temperatures.  Van Wert, Ohio woke up to a chilling 18 degrees.  Normally Ohioian folks are used to seeing this when it is winter, but when we are two weeks away from Memorial Day, the kick off to the summer season it is considered a cruel joke that Mother Nature is playing.  So I figured everyone needed a little cheering up.  If summer won't come to us then let me bring summer to you.  Hopefully these two songs will transport you to a warmer place with 'Something Summer' 'The Caribbean Way'.  Grab your Margarita, turn up your volume, click on the pictures below, and enjoy your trip.  If you like the songs you can download 'Something Summer' by going to DecadesOfRockAndRoll.com or SteveProbst.net.  If you would like to download 'Caribbean Way' we will have it available for download soon. And feel free to drop us a line and let us know what you think of the songs. We love it when we receive notice of feedback and downloads.  

 

 

2021 DECADES OF ROCK & ROLL® CRUISE

FEBRUARY 27 - MARCH 6, 2021

The 2021 dates have been set. Join us February 27 - March 6, 2021. When we trade in the Caribbean for the Mexican Riviera.  Ports of call include Cabo San Lucas; Mazatlan; and Puerto Vallarta. First time for us in the 15 years we've been doing this cruise. We have always sailed to the Caribbean.   

Because our top priority is the safety and well-being for the people we service in the many states and communities,  we are continually monitoring the latest news for COVID-19 updates from the CDC and other official sources, and will make responsible decisions, and as of right now,  it is our hope and prayers that this will all be behind us very soon, and we will set sail once again. Princess Cruises continues to update us and the latest update was to let us know they are working very closely with major health agencies, medical experts, and those in the travel industry to revise their procedures and develop additional protocols to help protect their guests as well as the crew against COVID-19. With the new procedures and protocols in place cruising with be safer than its ever been before.  

Current promotions going on right now for this cruise in 2021 is unprecedented.  This promotion has been extended through the end of the month. Book in May and receive the following: 

- Only .50 cent deposits per person (total of $1.00) to hold cabin a cabin with nothing else due until September (if travel protection is purchased it must also be paid for at time of booking) 

- Up to $800 free shipboard credit 

- Free Gratuities 

If you would like to secure your spot do it now while we still have space.  You have nothing to loose.  Just call (740) 438-0382 or visit our website at DecadesOfRockAndRoll.com

 

IN THE NEWS

We would like to thank Positively Entertainment and Dining for the Great Article and write up about our 2020 Decades Of Rock & Roll ® Cruise.  Photo credits and article submission goes to Kathryn Rankin.  Kathy has been our photographer the last two years.  She does a phenomenal job capturing the fun, and she is a pleasure to work with.  If you are looking for a photographer for an event we highly recommend her.  If you would like to read the article just click on the photo below.  

VIDEO FEATURE OF THE MONTH

Every month we feature a video and this month is no exception.  The video we chose to feature for this month was taken on our 2020 Decades Of Rock & Roll ® Cruise in February during our Classic Rock night with Phil Dirt & The Dozers.  Phil Dirt featured many guests that night which they called All-Star featuring the talents of John Schwab, Delyn Christian, Izzi Hall, Steve Probst, Scott Fronsoe, as well as the amazing talents from Phil Dirt & The Dozers themselves.  The very last song of the evening Phil Dirt & The Dozers called all the "All-Stars" back to the stage to perform Purple Rain, and what a fantastic job they all did. Ladies & Gentleman your featured video....

 

 

 

I hope you have enjoyed this months issue of Behind The D.O.R.R. Everyone please stay safe and healthy and we will see you out and about just as soon as we are able.  Until next time......BYE!

BEHIND THE D.O.R.R. - April 2020 Issue

Greetings and Happy Monday.  It is a beautiful spring day here in Ohio.  The sun is out, grass is green, trees are starting to get leaves, spring flowers have bloomed, and despite our current 'Shelter In Place' order which has been extended into May, we still have much to be thankful for. If you've managed to avoid getting the dreaded COVID-19, that in itself is a huge Blessing! 

We really miss seeing all of you on the road and eventually we will return, at some point, to some type of normalcy, but until then we will continue to practice "social distancing" and update you through these newsletters. We are also working on going live featuring some of the artists we will be having on our 2021 Decades Of Rock & Roll Cruise.  Stay tuned, as we will have more details about that in the upcoming weeks. To be sure you don't miss anything keep an eye on our FaceBook page. We will post the dates and times we plan to go live, and who we plan to feature during those Live FaceBook events.

SOMETHING SUMMER AVAILABLE FOR DOWNLOAD

Just in case you missed the March 2020 issue of Behind The D.O.R.R. "SOMETHING SUMMER" is now released Worldwide as a single.  This song is near and dear to my heart. Let me tell you why.  I had the honor and privilege of being able to co-write a song with Steve Probst (lead Singer for Hotel California 'A Salute To The Eagles' and The Steve Probst Band) and debuted it on our 2020 Decades Of Rock & Roll Cruise. This song is also featured on our promotional video advertising our 2021 Cruise. 

Nothing would make Steve or I happier than for you to download your copy of that song today. You can listen to the song by clicking on the picture above.  To download your copy simply go to SteveProbst.net or DecadesOfRockAndRoll.com and click on the icons provided to start your download. Once you do Please let us know what you think of the song.

 

2021 DECADES OF ROCK & ROLL CRUISE

The 2021 dates have been set. Join us February 27 - March 6, 2021. We are trading in the Caribbean for a Mexican Riviera Cruise.  Ports of call include Cabo San Lucas; Mazatlan; and Puerto Vallarta. 

Because our top priority is the safety and well-being for the people we service from the various states and communities,  we are continually monitoring the latest news for COVID-19 updates from the CDC and other official sources, and will make responsible decisions, but as of right now,  it is our hope and prayers that this will all be behind us very soon, and we will set sail once again.

Current promotions going on right now for this cruise in 2021 is unprecedented.  This promotion has been extended through the end of the month. Book in April and receive the following: 

- Only .50 cent deposits per person (total of $1.00) to hold cabin a cabin with nothing else due until September (if travel protection is purchased it must also be paid for at time of booking)

- Up to $800 free shipboard credit 

- Free Gratuities 

If you would like to secure your spot do it now while we wait this virus out.  You have nothing to loose.  Just call (740) 438-0382 or visit our website at DecadesOfRockAndRoll.com

 

VIDEO FEATURE OF THE MONTH

Every month we feature a video and this month is no different.  I had several videos I was trying to choose from, and I actually had one picked out ready to go.  But then I came across this video and decided 'This Is The One'.  I have never heard anyone do this song better than Tony Alfano,(lead singer for Phil Dirt & The Dozers) including the Original Artist who originally recorded it.  He makes this song his own, and it is probably one of the most requested songs, and when performed it is always a guaranteed standing ovation.  Hope you all enjoy this....

 

We certainly hope you have enjoyed this months issue of Behind The D.O.R.R. Everyone stay Safe and be Healthy.  Until next time........BYE!!!

BEHIND THE D.O.R.R. - MARCH 2020 ISSUE

It is unbelievable how much things have changed since our last issue of Behind The D.O.R.R. Who would have thought that the entire World would be dealing with a Pandemic called COVID-19 aka "CORONAVIRUS". At this time  California, Washington, Louisiana, Ohio, and Connecticut are all on a "Shelter In Place" order which basically means we can only go out unless absolutely necessary.  Most of our entertainers we use are either based out of Columbus, Ohio or Los Angeles, CA area so for the time being we are all hunkered down in our homes but that doesn't mean we've all stopped working.  Most are Singers and Songwriters and plan to use this time wisely, to create some great music & songs so when the quarantine is lifted they will all be ready to do what they love to do and offer you all some fresh new music.  In "Times Like These" we need to remember "Together we'll be stronger" "Together we'll make it through" It is our promise to you that when this is through we will have a celebratory event at one of the Wineries and will feature John Schwab of (McGuffey Lane); Hadden Sayers of (Phil Dirt & The Dozers and Hadden Sayers Band); and Steve Probst of (Hotel California and Steve Probst Band) for a Singer/Songwriter event. We will let them share some of the new songs they have come up with, all while we sip some great wine. Sounds like an event you won't want to miss.  In the meantime I would like to share one of those new songs with you that John Schwab just recently wrote regarding "Times Like These".  "There's nothing we can't overcome, but only if we stand as one" 

 

 

"SOMETHING SUMMER" by Steve Probst / Penny Greene

NOW RELEASED WORLDWIDE

Steve Probst and myself co-wrote a song together called "Something Summer" and now we are very excited to announce that the song "Something Summer" has been released as a single, and is available Worldwide! We have this song on sale which can now be downloaded by going to ITunes, Amazon, CD Baby; GooglePlay; and Bandcamp.  To make it even easier, simply go to my website at DecadesOfRockAndRoll.com. Scroll down on the homepage until you reach the song cover and then click on one of the icons you wish to use for your download. OR, just click the picture above and it will take you directly to the site. Since we have no concerts happening anytime soon you can create your own concert by supporting these artists and download the music.  Then pour a glass of wine, and dance like nobody is watching.  Oh wait a minute.  They won't be watching.  We are all quarantined.  Even more reason to take advantage of our sale, and download your copy today.  After you do drop us a line and let us know how you like it.  

Album Notes: Something Summer is a song from the "archives" where most of its tracks were already recorded by Steve Probst, but never saw the "Summer" light of day.  After a lyric touch-up and re-write with the talents of Penny Greene, it appears in a promotional video for her highly successful 'Decades Of Rock & Roll' Cruise and now "Something Summer" is released Worldwide!

All vocals and instruments performed, recorded, and mixed by Steve Probst.  Music created by Steve Probst.  Lyrics by Penny Greene and Steve Probst.  Cover Photo Credit:  Kathy Rankin.

 

CRUISE NEWS

We had so much fun on our 2020 Decades Of Rock & Roll Cruise we are going to do it again marking our 15th  consecutive year doing this cruise. The date is February 27 - March 6, 2021.  We will be featuring Phil Dirt & The Dozers; McGuffey Lane; Hotel California 'A Salute To The Eagles'; Steve Probst Band; Hadden Sayers Band; and John Schwab Party Band with the possibility of a few other entertainers, as we set sail to the Mexican Riviera. Through out the weeks ahead we will continue to monitor the latest news for COVID-19 updates from the CDC and other official sources because our top priority is the safety and well-being of the people from the various states and communities we service. As of now it is our hope and prayers this will all be behind us and we will set sail once again.  

Current promotions going on right now for this cruise in 2021 is unprecedented.  Through the end of the month receive the following:

- Only .50 cent deposits per person (total of $1.00) to hold cabin a cabin with nothing else due until September 

- Up to $800 free shipboard credit

- Free Gratuities

If you would like to secure your spot do it now as we wait this virus out.  You have nothing to loose.  Just call (740) 438-0382 or visit our website at DecadesOfRockAndRoll.com  

2020 DECADES OF ROCK & ROLL CRUISE 

I would like to start out by publicly thanking all those that helped make the 2020 Decades Of Rock & Roll Cruise the success it was.  I would like to thank the following:

- Kathy Rankin - Our Photographer.  She did an amazing job all week long capturing all the fun.

- My dedicated staff Peggy Fouts; Chuck Kasek; Rob Lech 

- Emcee Chad Frye

- Staff, Technical staff; Production/Lighting Crew; and Bar Staff on Royal Caribbean Adventure of the Seas

- John Schwab Party Band

- Hadden Sayers Band

- Steve Probst Band

- McGuffey Lane

- Phil Dirt & The Dozers

- Hotel California 'A Salute To The Eagles'

- All our guests who cruised and chose to spend their week with all of us

Here are a few pictures capturing some of those memorable moments.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

THE ENGAGEMENT

We had a very special moment while on the cruise.  Peggy Fouts and Chuck Kasek got engaged.  And She said YES! Congratulations to these two love birds.  They are talking about the possibility of maybe getting married on the 2021 Decades Of Rock & Roll Cruise.  It certainly wouldn't be the first time we've had a wedding during our cruise.  We seem to attract wedding ceremonies,  however its been a few years since our last wedding so I think its about time for another one.  Don't you? 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

VIDEO FEATURE OF THE MONTH

The video feature of the month features a young man who was on our 2020 Decades Of Rock & Roll Cruise.  Jared Mahone is a Singer/Songwriter and he wrote the song you are about to hear.  If we gave out awards he would have definitely won it with this one.  Prior to singing the song He proceeded to tell the story behind the song.  He had lived in West Virginia while going to college and he had met a lot of really nice people. And one of the couples he had met was an older couple named Joe and Betsy.  Joe & Betsy were married going on 57 years and so he wanted to tell their story the best he could through this song.  It is the most beautiful heartfelt song performed on the cruise.  Not a dry eye in the house.  I hope you enjoy it as much as everyone else did.

 

  

That is all we have for now.  We certainly hope you've enjoyed this months edition of Behind The D.O.R.R. Please be safe and stay healthy.  Until next time.....bye!

 

BEHIND THE D.O.R.R. - FEBRUARY 2020 ISSUE

The first month of 2020 has come and gone and I must say we have had a very busy start to this brand new 'Decade'.  And hopefully if any of you made any New Years Resolutions we hope you are still on track with keeping them.  And if not, well.....there is always next year.  

 

CRUISE NEWS

 

The month everyone has been waiting for is finally here.  Our 2020 Decades Of Rock & Roll Cruise is finally upon us.  For most, the fun begins February 14, 2020 at The Hotel Morrison.  We will hold our 'Pre' Cruise party kicking off, what is sure to be a Music Packed Week Of Rock & Roll Fun.  Then the remaining cruisers who are not staying at the Hotel Morrison will join us February 15, 2020 when they embark on the beautiful Adventure Of The Seas for the 8 night/9 day Music Cruise.  

We are looking very forward to meeting everyone and spending our week with all of you.  We have put together an incredible week of entertainment with 20 events scheduled.  And even with that many events it will still leave most of you all wanting more.....Happens every year, ha ha. 

We want to wish each of you very safe travels and we will see you all in a few short days.

 

WINES WITH RHYTHM - SUCCESSFUL EVENT

On January 25, 2020 we held our very first Wines With Rhythm Event.  We had a fun evening tasting Wines From Around The World, learning about each wine and the region it came from, what cheeses and/or chocolate pairs well with each of the wines.  We actually would taste the wine, then would try the cheese that was meant for that wine, and then re-taste the wine.  The experience was an explosion of flavors on the palate that changed the taste of the wine. It was good before the cheese, and was excellent when paired properly.   After the tasting was over we moved on to the live entertainment we arranged to complete the evening, all while enjoying our favorite wine of the evening.  

We would like to thank all those who helped in making the WINES WITH RHYTHM Event A Successful One.  A Very Special Thank you goes out to Steve Probst who was our guest entertainer for the evening.  He was outstanding.  You can check out his music by going to SteveProbst.net/music and if you are interested in hosting one of these Wine/House Concert events for your family and friends please give us a call at 740-438-0382.  We would be happy to set that up for you. 

Another Special Thank you goes out to Ben Jandrain for being our 'Wine Expert' during the Wine Tasting portion of the evening.  He too was outstanding in explaining each Wine and choosing that perfect cheese and/or chocolate to go with each wine. 

Here are just a few pictures from the evening....

 

 

TIME FOR A CHANGE

 

We have a New Song! New Video! New Dates! New Coasts! New Cruise Line! New Ship! And New Ports Of Call! Who K'new'? Well....we did for a while and now we are sharing it with all of you.  After 15 years of doing this cruise we felt it was time to change it up.  

First we will start with "The Song".  Steve Probst and I (Penny Greene) Co-Wrote this brand new song together called "SOMETHING SUMMER".  The story behind this song....For the last 8 years we used a song on our video/commercial we have for the cruise.  Back in mid summer we received notice that the song we were currently using was going away.  Apparently, the Artist who created that song did not renew his licensing with that company so we needed to find a new one.  I approached Steve Probst about doing a song specifically for this commercial/video.  He searched his archives and found a demo from years ago that he never really did anything with, but the words really didn't go with what we were trying to create.  That is where I came in.  I rewrote the words to fit the song making it more appropriate to the cruise.  So,  we now had a melody, and we had the words. Steve then went to work and did his magic. He composed all the instrumentals, parts, and vocals to produce the song "Something Summer".  You can take a listen to this song by clicking the link:  DecadesOfRockAndRoll.com/Something Summer

Moving on the more of the 'new' listed above....Next year the Decades Of Rock & Roll Cruise will take place on Princess Cruise Lines February 27 - March 6, 2021 onboard the Royal Princess.  We will be going to:

Leave/Return Los Angeles, CA

Cabo San Lucas

Mazatlan

Puerto Vallarta

Plan to join us.  All the details are on our home page which now leads up to the New Video......

 

NEW VIDEO

We spoke above about a new video/commercial for the cruise.  For anyone interested you can view this new video by going to our home page at DecadesOfRockAndRoll.com.  Just scroll down and click play.  While on that page you can also check out our new ship Royal Princess.  It is a beautiful ship.  

 

VIDEO FEATURE OF THE MONTH

 

For Our video feature of the month we have chosen to feature Hotel California 'A Salute To The Eagles'.  This video was shot during our 2018 Decades Of Rock & Roll Cruise and it is no wonder why this group was brought back by popular demand once you take a listen to this video.  2018 was actually the first year we had Hotel California.  Many of our regular cruisers came up to us after this show.  They proceeded to tell us how they really didn't think they were going to like this show, but at the same time they didn't want to miss anything on the schedule, so they decided to come to the theater anticipating leaving after a few songs.  Hotel California kept their attention from the very first song all the way to the encore. Then they proceeded to tell me "You have to bring them back next year!  They are fabulous!" And we did exactly that.  They are now going on their 3rd year with us, and will be on our 2021 Decades Of Rock & Roll Cruise.  We hope you feel that Peaceful Easy Feeling that we get when we listen to them perform.  

 

 

That is all we have for now.  We hope you have enjoyed this months issue of Behind The D.O.R.R.  Until next time......bye!

 

BEHIND THE D.O.R.R. - JANUARY 2020 ISSUE

It is so hard to believe 2019 is behind us and we are starting another year and another "Decade".  As I sit hear typing this newsletter I can't help reflecting on this past year.  I don't know about all of you but for us 2019 was a roller coaster ride with many blessings and difficulties.  Personally I lost some really great souls that played a big part in my life.  In March I lost my beloved dog of 15 years. In August I lost a close cousin to Cancer.  She was only 40 and left behind 7 small children. Through that sadness I became a grandmother for the first time with the birth of my granddaughter Alice.  The very next day we lost my father-in-law very unexpectedly.  We had two funerals and a birth all within a 6 day period. But through all the highs and lows that life throws at us at times,  it really makes a person appreciate the good and the bad.  I personally feel it is those moments that end up and define us, and molds us into who we are, and in a way makes us a better person.  So as we say goodbye to 2019 let us welcome in this brand new year and Decade.  Our wish to all of you is that 2020 be your best year yet.  HAPPY NEW YEAR!!

 

CRUISE NEWS

December was our cruise run through with Royal Caribbean.  We go onboard to meet with the Cruise Director and Production staff to go over our schedule, and make sure everything is in order for our group once we board the ship on February 15th.  We were very pleased with the meetings and everything went great. We really feel everyone will be happy with the Music Packed Week Of Rock & Roll Fun we have planned for all our cruisers. 

Everyone by now should have received our latest physical mailing with instructions on how to complete your online check in with Royal Caribbean.  Once the online check in is complete there is nothing left for any of you cruisers to do except to pack, and then Let The Countdown Begin!  

If you have not signed up for our cruise on February 15-23, 2020 you are in luck!  We have one (1) Inside Cabin available due to a cancellation.  This cabin won't last long.  The first person who contacts me the cabin is yours.  Just call 740-438-0382 or visit DecadesOfRockAndRoll.com for additional information.  

 

ESCAPE THE POST HOLIDAY BLAHS....

 

And plan to join us January 25, 2020 for the

 

WINES WITH RHYTHM EVENT

 

We will be tasting Wines From Around The World and learning what kind of cheeses, chocolate, and fruits pairs best with each wine sampled.  Price of the event is $20 per person in advance, and $25 per person the day of the event.  Price includes samples of the various wines, cheeses, fruits, and chocolate that will be sampled.  For more information or to purchase advance tickets simply go to https://decadesofrockandroll.com/wines-with-rhythm.  Following the tasting we will be having live entertainment.  

 

LIVE ENTERTAINMENT PROVIDED BY:

 

STEVE PROBST 

For the Wines With Rhythm Party in January we've chosen to feature Steve Probst as our guest entertainer.  Steve is best known as lead singer, guitarist, and keyboardist for the popular group Hotel California 'A Salute To The Eagles', but in addition to that Steve is also an accomplished Singer, Songwriter, and Composer with many original songs of various styles and genres in his repertoire.  You can check out some of his music by going to SteveProbst.net/Music

This is going to be a great evening that your not going to want to miss.  Steve will be singing original songs as well as some great cover songs so put this date on your calendar and plan to attend.

 

 

 

ON A PERSONAL NOTE

Alice Faye's Very 1st Christmas at Grandma's House.  She is now 4 months old and such a joy and blessing to our family.  

VIDEO FEATURE OF THE MONTH

Each month we feature one of our entertainers from the cruise and this month we have chosen McGuffey Lane as the video feature of the month.  John Schwab of McGuffey Lane is not only lead singer and guitarist for McGuffey Lane, but he is also a very talented and accomplished Songwriter.  Most of the songs you will hear from McGuffey Lane John Schwab has written or has had a part in the writing process.  "Its A Good Day" when McGuffey Lane sings this song on the Decades Of Rock & Roll Cruise.  And this upcoming cruise being no exception.  Hope you enjoy this song as much as the rest of us and if you've not heard McGuffey Lane be sure to check them out if they come to your area.  You can find their schedule at: McGuffeyLane.com  

 

 

We hope you enjoyed this months issue of Behind The D.O.R.R.  Until the next issue......BYE!

 

BEHIND THE D.O.R.R. - DECEMBER 2019 ISSUE

With this past Thursday being Thanksgiving I reminisce on things that I am thankful for, and as I reflected on those moments my mind took me back to the year 2004.  That year was a pivotal year. That was the year I had an idea of creating some type of Rock & Roll event and combining it with a cruise for a music packed week of nothing but Rock & Roll Fun.  I had people who thought I had lost my mind or possibly went insane, but the more I was told it couldn't be done, the more determined I was to try and figure out a way that it could be done.  After about two years of strategizing, discussing, and to be quite honest, winging it, we set sail on our very first Rock & Roll Cruise.  The year was now 2006, and just as I had suspected, everyone on that first cruise had a blast. Over the years its fair to say we've evolved quite a bit, and here we are getting ready to complete our 14th year. It seems like just yesterday, and yet it was so long ago.  All of us here at Decades Of Rock & Roll Cruise are forever grateful for our guests who have supported us throughout the years and continue to support us by signing up and cruising with us for this spectacular musical experience.  Without our guests we could not have been able to do this for as long as we have.  We just wanted to extend our biggest Thank You  to all of you who help keep this cruise and music alive throughout the 'Decades'. And as long as we have guests who want to spend a week with all of us we will continue on through the 'Decades' offering each and everyone of you the best Rock & Roll Cruise experience out there.  THANK YOU!

 

CRUISE BUSINESS

By now most of you should have received your updated invoices in the mail that was mailed out after the November 4, 2019 payment was made.  The only balances that should remain on the statements would be those who are staying at the hotel the night before the cruise (February 14).  If you have requested to stay at the hotel the night before the cruise and/or after the cruise on Sunday, February 23 and you do not see a balance on your statement please contact me a.s.a.p. to verify.  If you haven't signed up yet for the hotel and would like to stay give us a call at 740-438-0382 and we can get you signed up.  We still have a few rooms left.  You won't regret it.  It's a fun evening. 

We will be collecting that hotel payment on December 2, 2019.  Just as we did with the previous payments we will charge the card we have on file.  We will send out one more mailing reflecting that payment.  Within that mailing you will also receive your entertainment itinerary.  You can expect to receive that either the end of December or first part of January.  

 

CRUISE T-SHIRTS

We have officially designed the 2020 Decades Of Rock & Roll Cruise T-Shirt.  The logo is on the front of the shirt, and all the entertainers are listed on the back.  Here is a picture of the front & back of the shirts.  They look awesome.  You all did a great job choosing the color for 2020.  

 

 

 

 

WE ARE BOOKING NOW FOR THE 

2021 DECADES OF ROCK & ROLL CRUISE

FEBRUARY 27 - MARCH 6, 2021

Be sure and mark your calendar and join us on the 2021 Decades Of Rock & Roll Cruise.  It will be a 7 night Mexican Riviera Cruise.

Leave / Return:  Los Angeles, CA (Port Of San Pedro)

PORTS OF CALL INCLUDE:

Cabo San Lucas

Mazatlan

Puerto Vallarto

We do not have this up on our website yet, but we are Now Booking, and taking reservations so call for details. Plan to book your cabin early as this very popular cruise and very popular cruise destination is sure to sell out fast. Pricing starts at $1499 per person and for a limited time if you book now you will receive:

1.Free Gratuities 

2.Up to $800 Free Onboard Spending Money 

3.Discounted refundable Deposit of only $100 per person.

So call to take advantage of this great promotion.  Who doesn't want "Free" spending money?

740-438-0382. 

NOVEMBER TRAVELS

Our November travels took us to places like Elkhart and Angola, IN where Hotel California 'A Salute To The Eagles' played to Sold Out Shows. Next we found ourselves back in The Villages, FL where they played to two Sold Out Shows at the Savannah Center.  It was great seeing old friends while meeting and making new ones along the way.  Here's a few pictures from those shows.

 

 

 

Heard It Through The Grapevine

WINES WITH RHYTHM PARTY IS SET FOR

JANUARY 25, 2020

FEATURING LIVE MUSIC BY:

 

STEVE PROBST 

Join us for the very first, kick off of what will be a re-occurring monthly Wine Party Event.  We will be tasting & sampling a variety of wines from various regions all while learning a little history of the various wines and what pairs nicely with each wine sampled. 

Once  we've finished sampling and you've found that perfect wine for the evening sit back and enjoy it while listening to some great live music we've arranged for your listening pleasure. 

For the Wines With Rhythm Party in January we've chosen to feature Steve Probst as our guest entertainer.  Steve is best known as lead singer, guitarist, and keyboardist for the popular group Hotel California 'A Salute To The Eagles', but in addition to that Steve is also an accomplished Singer, Songwriter, and Composer with many original songs of various styles and genres in his repertoire.  You can check out some of his music by going to SteveProbst.net/Music 

Come and be part of the party.  Enjoy a fun evening sipping wine while making new friends or just catching up with old friends while listening to some great music.

TICKETS / PRICE

$20 - IN ADVANCE

$25 - IF PURCHASED AT EVENT

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KUDOS TO STEVE PROBST

We are very excited & proud of Steve Probst. As most of you know Steve is a Singer/Songwriter, and A major ‘music row’ publisher put out requests looking for songs to be recorded for a specific award winning country artist, and stated within the requirements that they would “only be looking for "HITS” that can bring the artist back to the top of the charts." In other words – the bar for this request will be high, and only the best of the best will be forwarded.” Well.... Steve submitted his newest song “Stupid Little Heart” and it was forwarded for consideration. THAT is a very big deal and very exciting news!! Way To Go Steve! Feel free to take a listen to this song by clicking the link below. It’s a great song. 

 

 

STUPID LITTLE HEART - STEVE PROBST

 

 

VIDEO FEATURE OF THE MONTH

 

This months video feature features Hadden Sayers.  Hadden is a Singer/Songwriter with many original songs of his own however he does such a great job on this song and it is a crowd favorite.  It is one of his most requested songs on the cruise.  Hope you enjoy it as much as we do.  The song is Purple Rain.  

 

 

We hope you enjoyed this months issue of BEHIND THE D.O.R.R.  This months issue was a little longer than normal, but we had a lot of news to cover.  All of us here at Decades Of Rock & Roll Cruise would like to wish each and everyone of you a Very Merry Christmas and a very Joyful Holiday Season. 

Until next time....Bye

 

 

BEHIND THE D.O.R.R. - NOVEMBER 2019 ISSUE

 

What a difference a month makes.  Its beginning to feel a lot more like Winter instead of Fall.  I am sitting here in one of the dressing rooms backstage at the Lerner Theater in Elkhart, IN.  We arrived last evening and believe it or not it was snowing!  Definitely not ready for that!  The cruise is looking mighty nice right about now.  Only 106 days remain until we set sail.  If you are interested in joining us February 15-23, 2020 call and get yourself reserved.  It is almost SOLD OUT but a few cabins remain.  Any cabins remaining after November 15th will be returned to Royal Caribbean which means if you sign up after November 15th you will pay a higher cruise fare than that of our group rate.  So don't delay.  Call 740-438-0382 or sign up through the website at DecadesOfRockAndRoll.com 

 

A friendly reminder to all those cruising with us in February.....Monday, November 4th we will be collecting that final payment for the cruise.  Just as we did in September, we will automatically charge the card we have on file for that final payment unless you wish to use another card in which case contact me a.s.a.p. so we can get that card changed in our system.  We will send out updated invoices reflecting the November payment so be sure and keep an eye on your mailbox.  And for those staying at the hotel the night before the cruise you will notice a balance on your invoice.  That balance will not be due until December 2.  Once that balance is collected your invoice will show a zero balance.

 

THE OFFICIAL T-SHIRT FOR 2020 D.O.R.R. CRUISE

In October we held our annual voting for the official color for our 2020 Decades Of Rock & Roll Cruise. We would like to thank everyone who voted.  This year was extremely close among all the colors, but the color that received the most votes was 'Sea Green'.  

 

 

SAVE THE DATE!!

2021 DECADES OF ROCK & ROLL CRUISE

FEBRUARY 27 - MARCH 6, 2021

 

 

We are very excited to announce that we have secured the date for the 2021 Decades Of Rock & Roll Cruise.  Please mark you calendar for February 27 - March 6, 2021.  It will be a 7 Night Mexican Riviera Cruise. 

Leave / Return from Los Angeles (Port Of San Pedro)

Port Of Call:

Cabo San LucasO

Mazatlan

Puerto Vallarta

 

Details and pricing will be available soon. I can say that we have many AMAZING new perks that I know many of you will be very excited about that we have not had in past cruises.  So stay tuned.  

 

OCTOBER TRAVELS

We had a light travel month this past month.  Our travels took us to The Villages, FL where Phil Dirt & The Dozers played The Savannah Center for a very enthusiastic crowd.  Below are just a few highlights of that evening.  

 

 

 

VIDEO FEATURE OF THE MONTH 

The video feature we chose for this month features one of our newer groups.  This group has cruised with us going on 3 years now and have become a crowd favorite.  They are phenomenal as you will see from this featured video.  If they are ever in your area be sure and check them out.  The group is Hotel California 'A Salute To The Eagles'.  

 

 

 

We certainly hope you have enjoyed this issue of Behind The D.O.R.R. Please leave us a comment and let us know how you are enjoying these updates.  If there is something you would like to see in future issues please drop us a line and let us know.  Also, if you have not signed up for our mailing list please visit our website at DecadesOfRockAndRoll.com and enter your name.  Not only will you receive pertinent information regarding our cruises and travel, but you will also be entered into a drawing for a chance to win a cruise for two.  Who knows, it just could be you we announce as our next winner.

So until next time.....Bye!

 

BEHIND THE D.O.R.R. - OCTOBER 2019 ISSUE

Happy Fall Y'all!  It actually feels a bit more like summer here in Ohio this week.  Our temps have been in the low 90's with plenty of sunshine.  We will take it as long as we can because all to soon we will be dealing with all that white stuff falling from the sky blanketing the ground we walk on.  Instead of cute summer shoes we'll be wearing mukluks & boots.  Which brings me to an update on the Cruise.  Just a friendly reminder that on November 4, 2019 the next payment is due on the cruise, and just like September's payment, we will automatically charge the card you have on file with us.  If you wish to use a different form of payment just make sure to let us know that a few days prior to due date so we have time to change that in our system.  

Anyone still wishing to join us on our Decades Of Rock &Roll Cruise February 15 - 23, 2020 we still have a few spots open, but not many so be sure and contact us as soon as possible to secure your spot.  Don't be held captive by the snow and ice.  Join us and Do It The Caribbean Way.  (click on the link to hear the Song "Caribbean Way" written by Penny Greene, Molly Pauken; and John Schwab)

 

SEPTEMBER TRAVELS

September was a busy month of travel for Decades Of Rock & Roll Cruise. We started the month off in the sweetest place on Earth  with Phil Dirt & The Dozers when they played in Hershey, PA.  They were the crowds favorite performing all those Vintage Rock & Roll hits of the 50's; 60's; and 70's.  Very fun and entertaining weekend, but the best part of the trip was the chocolate that we ate all weekend long.  Upon check in we were given a regular size chocolate bar, and if that wasn't enough,  in our backstage dressing rooms, well you guessed it, MORE Chocolate. But they heard no complaints from any of us. It truly is the sweetest place on earth.  If you are not a fan of chocolate then Hershey is definitely not the place to visit.

 

 

OUR TRAVELS THEN TOOK US.....

On a mini tour with Hotel California.  We started the tour in Marion, IL, and then went on to Bartlett, TN.  From there on to Terre Haute, IN, then St. Charles, IL, to MGM Casino in Northfield, OH, and then finished our tour in Hillsdale, MI.  The shows were all very successful and we met a lot of great people. Although its hard to choose from the photos, Here's just a few pictures of our travels and shows.  

 

FEATURED VIDEO FOR SEPTEMBER

 

Last month we introduced you to a new feature of our newsletter.  We had decided we would feature a video from one of our past cruises.  We had a lot of positive feedback from that so we decided to continue to do it.  So the video we chose for this month was originally made popular by Timi Yuro in 1961.  Tony Alfano did a stellar performance of this song on our 2014 Decades Of Rock & Roll Cruise earning him a standing ovation. 

 

 

 

We certainly hope you've enjoyed this issue of Behind The D.O.R.R. If you are enjoying this please leave us a comment.  If there is something you would like us to feature in the next issue please let us know that as well.  Lastly,  If you haven't signed up for our mailing list please go to our home page and sign up.  You will automatically be entered into a drawing to win a cruise for 2,  you will receive updates for future special events, and will also be one of the first to know when we release the dates for our 2021 Decades Of Rock & Roll Cruise.  

Until next time.....bye

 

BEHIND THE D.O.R.R. - SEPTEMBER 2019 ISSUE

So I don’t know about all of you, but we have started the count down to the  DECADES OF ROCK & ROLL CRUISE.  As of the date of this post we only have 157 days until we board the beautiful ‘Adventure Of The Seas’.  It can’t come quick enough for us.  We always look so forward to a Music Packed Week Of Rock & Roll Fun with all of you who have chosen to cruise with us.  

Everything here has been very busy. On September 9, 2019 we collected the 2nd deposit for the cruise.  As a courtesy to all our guests we automatically charged the card that was on file with us in order to take the worry out of  possibly missing any due date deadlines.   

We have mailed out physical mailings to those who are signed up to cruise with us in February 2020.  You should be receiving that mail soon.  I have included within that mailing a statement reflecting the recent payment.  PLEASE NOTE that at the bottom of the statement most of you will see “PAST DUE”.  Please disregard that.  No accounts are past due.  The way our program works will only allows for 30 day increments.  So if you signed up early in the year it will state you are past due when actually you are not.  So no Worries. Everyone is current and  all is well. 

The next payment will be due on November 4, 2019.  And just like the September payment we will automatically charge your card we have on file unless you wish to use another form of payment which in that case please contact us BEFORE the due date so we have time to get it changed in our system.  

Anyone thinking about staying at the hotel the night before the cruise (February 14, 2020) and has not signed up yet please give me a call to arrange that.  We still have a few spots open.  It’s a fun evening. We hold a pre-cruise party starting at 8:30pm.  The bands entertain us, and the next morning we have private shuttles that will take us over to the cruise terminal.  If you are driving the hotel will allow you to park your vehicle at the hotel for the week of the cruise.  If you are flying into Ft Lauderdale we do have shuttle service that will take you to the hotel from the airport.  

We hope  everyone enjoys the upcoming  Autumn Season wherever that may be.  Please keep an eye on our FaceBook page for updates as to where we will be with upcoming shows.  And if you haven’t noticed yet, we have a brand new updated website.  Please go and check it out at www.DecadesOfRockAndRoll.com  While there check out our song “Caribbean Way”.  This is a song that I wrote the words to, and John Schwab & Molly Pauken are playing and singing it.  They also created the music and arrangement for that song. It’s a great song so be sure  and check it out.  The story behind the song had to do with our brutal winter last year. Right before the cruise we had three weekends in a row that we were snowed in.  That was the inspiration for the song.  Hope you all enjoy it.

 

 

PERSONAL NEWS

On a personal note I have some exciting news.  On August 19, 2019 I became grandma for the first time.  I was actually on the road with Hotel California 'A Salute To The Eagles' when it all went down...ha, ha.   We had several shows in Iowa, and had just arrived in Dubuque, IA for the first show on August 17.  After the show went to the hotel, and very early on August 18 I was woken up by the phone with my daughter saying her water broke and she was heading to the hospital.  Naturally, I had to be there for the birth of my first grandchild so I booked a return flight back to Ohio on August 18th,  and at 9:00 a.m. on August 19 Alice Faye was born weighing in at 6 pounds 1 ounce and was 18 inches long.  Her discharge weight was 5 pounds 8 ounces and as you can see she is just a tiny little peanut and we couldn't  be more proud of her if we tried.   

 

 

FEATURED VIDEO

We are starting a new feature to the newsletter.  We thought we would feature a video each month taken on one of our cruises.  And if everyone likes it we will continue to feature them.  The first video I've chosen to feature is from our 2019 Decades Of Rock & Roll Cruise because it rained here this morning but now the sun is out and "I can see clearly now".  Hope you enjoy this.  Until next time....bye

 

CRUISE NEWS - AUGUST 2019 - VOLUME 2

 

Greetings Decades Of Rock & Roll Family all the way from Mt Gretna, PA where it is sunny and 81 degrees.  We are in Mt Gretna, PA with Phil Dirt & The Dozers where they played the Cicadia Festival once again marking 13 consecutive years playing this event.  They will be back again next year. Mark your calendar for August 3, 2020. Be sure to get your ticket early as this show sells out within a few days of going on sale. We enjoyed seeing old friends at the festival, as well as meeting new folks. Here are a few pictures from that show.  

 

 

 

 

 

UPDATE ON 2020 DECADES OF ROCK & ROLL CRUISE

 

 

 

If you are planning to join us February 15 - 23, 2020 I'd suggest calling soon to book your cabin.  We are starting to become very limited.  The only remaining categories now available are Interior and Balcony.  Interior we have around 7 left, and only around 20 Balcony Cabins left.  So don't delay.  Call today.  740-438-0382.  Or if you find it more convenient to fill out the online form feel free to do that instead.  Just Click Book Now

 

BEHIND THE D.O.R.R. (Decades Of Rock & Roll)

 

Since our last Cruise News we've been very busy.  Our road travels took us to Palm Springs, CA with Hotel California 'A Salute To The Eagles'.  A great picture of Izzi & Steve from that event.

Can't forget John Schwab and Delyn Christian at Gatsby's in Columbus, Ohio

Then of course Phil Dirt & The Dozers mini tour took us to places like the Sunflower Festival in Frankfort, OH; Baltimore, OH Festival; Treasure Island, Troy, OH; Stubbs Park, Centerville, OH; Mt Gretna, PA; The Performing Arts Center at Altoona, PA; and Dan Emmett Festival in Mount Vernon, OH. Here is a picture of Tony & Hadden at Mt Gretna, PA. 

During several of these events we spotted some of our favorite past cruisers wearing their Decades Of Rock & Roll T-shirts from past years.  Here are a few we were able to capture a picture of...

 

DECADES OF ROCK & ROLL T-SHIRTS FROM 2017

 

DECADES OF ROCK & ROLL T-SHIRT FROM 2015

DECADES OF ROCK & ROLL T-SHIRTS FROM 2019 & 2018

 

LIVE IN YOUR LIVING ROOM WITH STEVE PROBST

 

If you are interested in hosting Steve Probst in your living room for your very own personal house concert please contact us.  We would love to come to your area.  

Most of you know Steve from his involvement with Hotel California 'A Salute To The Eagles'.  He is not only lead singer, guitarist, keyboard player for that ever popular group he is also a Singer / Songwriter with many of his own original songs.  

House Concerts is a way for Steve to connect with his fans. It is a very intimate setting, and is able to interact with his fans on a more personal level than when he is touring with Hotel California.  

To host Steve in your home does not cost the host a thing.  Simply invite your friends, co-workers, neighbors, family, and we show up to provide your guests with an amazing evening of music and entertainment.  

For more information simply click on the link. 

LIVE IN YOUR LIVING ROOM WITH STEVE PROBST

 

 

REMINDER OF DEPOSIT COMING DUE

In closing we would like to offer this friendly reminder to those who are already signed up for the 2020 Decades Of Rock & Roll Cruise.  On September 9 the second deposit is due.  As a courtesy to all our guests the credit card we have on file will be charged automatically on that due date.  There is nothing you need to do regarding this payment unless you would like to use a different card.  If that should be the case simply contact us no more than a few days before the due date so we change your form of payment.  

Thank you for reading and until the next time enjoy what is left of the summer and hopefully we will see you at a show.