November 01, 2010

REMEMBERING "JAVA" JENNIFER CONCERT

REMEMBERING JENNIFER

A Concert To Celebrate a Beautiful Life Friends and Family Come Together to Celebrate a Beautiful Life!!

Jennifer who passed away on October 1st, was a longtime resident of Brevard county. She spent a number of years in the corporate world, and was a large supporter of the local Art and Music scene largely as owner of the music venue Kool Beanz Coffeehouse. Before during and after Kool Beanz, Jen was always helping others by organizing, attending, or donating to help others in need. She is survived by her husband of 15 years, “Java” John, and her 13 year old son Dylan.

Sunday, November 7th 2pm-9pm
At The SPACE STATION - In The CLARION HOTEL
260 E. Merritt Island Cswy. Merritt Island, FL 321-305-4951

Live Music Lovingly by friends of Jen:

Featuring:
LARRY HOPPEN of
ORLEANS
Hits like - "Dance With Me", "Still the One", "Love Takes Time", "Let There be Music"!

The “KOOL BEANZ” set: Jeanie Fitchen, Bluesgotus, One Street Over, Terry Kelly, Dianne Karlovich, & Logan Bell

The “JAVA THE HUT” Set: Taylor Made, Anna Delgado, Billy Chapman, Billy Lee & Dave Clark, & Steve Setron

Also, Jessica Ottway, Robin & Eddy, and possible surprise guests!

HOSTED BY FM ODYSSEY'S FRED MIGLIORE!


$20 (suggested) Donation at the Door.
There will be Raffles, an Auction & More to Benefit Jennifer’s Family

MAP TO EVENT

LARRY HOPPEN/ORLEANS

September 01, 2010

HIPPIEFEST 2010 - Ruth Eckerd Hall

HIPPIEFEST
August 28th, 2010
Ruth Eckerd Hall - Clearwater, Florida

What a kool event! It was my fist visit to the beautiful Ruth Eckerd Hall, and let me tell ya, those folks sure know how to treat a bunch'a hippies!

There was an old car, Volkswagon, and VW bus show outside. 'Hip' vendors inside, life-size classic photos of John & Yoko, Joni, Janis and others, and a very kool chalk album cover illustrating contest.


But the music was the real treat.

Legendary CREAM lead vocalist and bassist JACK BRUCE was my personal favorite. Jack's voice was in fine form, and there is no doubt in my mind now tthat he may be the world's greatest bass player. Jack kept with the fest's mode playing all CREAM tunes: Sunshine of Your Love; N.S.U.; I Feel Free; We're Going Wrong; I'm So Glad; Politician; and White Room. All of the songs kicked ass! With Politician probably being my favorite of the night...heady stuff man.

The other players on the bill: WAR; RARE EARTH; and MITCH RYDER I'd seen before, and all put on fine performances, with a few cracks about their age thrown in for kicks. Mitch said we came to the point in the show where he would have normally cut loose with his famous dance moves, but being that he was on his second hip replacement he'd forgo the boogieing down. Although he did sound great - "Jenny take a ride", "Devil with a blue dress", and my fave "Sock it to me" all sounding awesome!

I'd never seen Joey Molland's BADFINGER thinking he was not in the original band, but apparently he joined in '69 and was in the band for all the hits. It was great to hear Baby Blue; Come and Get it; Day After Day; and No Matter What.



HIPPIEFEST

RUTH ECKERD HALL

JACK BRUCE

WAR

MITCH RYDER

RARE EARTH

JOEY MOLLAND

July 16, 2010

My First Rock ‘n’ Roll Art & Photography Exhibition!

Classic Rock ‘n’ Roll Art & Photography Exhibition
featuring the works of "Java" John Goldacker
July 16th – October 9th, 2010
King Center of the Performing Arts
Melbourne, Florida


Press Release:
Brevard County Artist, Photographer, and Radio Personality "Java" John Goldacker will have his first ever Gallery Showing of his original Rock & Roll posters, and concert photos.

The Classic Rock ‘n’ Roll Art & Photography Exhibition will coincide with this season’s run of the popular CLASSIC ALBUMS LIVE series at The King Center.

"Java" John is an in demand local Graphic Artist/Illustrator. A designer of music related posters and CD covers, Festival posters and T-Shirts, and more. John illustrated the book “River Dragon” about the local legend Annie the Dragon, and he’s also been featured in PhotoShop Creative Magazine, and had his posters reproduced in the 2009 books - "PhanArt: The Art of Phish Phans"; and "HOPE: A Collection of Obama Posters and Prints".
In 2008 & 09, he was also selected along with 35 artists (in each city) to be a part of the Orlando and Miami Gibson "GUITARTOWNS", having painted original artwork on two 10ft tall Gibson guitar replicas. The 70 guitars were donated by the artists, then auctioned, and raised approximately $400,000.00 for local charities!
Last December, Brevard’s Beachside Resident magazine ran a three page article on John’s artwork, and had him design a Holiday themed cover featuring Bob Dylan.
Currently, John is working on illustrating a book written for children of all ages, called “Bud The Spud”. Written by local writer Adam Bryn Tritt, the book will go into national publication in the near future!


There will be an OPEN HOUSE on Thursday August 12th, from 5pm-8pm...with Live Music from some special friends!


The King Center- www.kingcenter.com
3865 N Wickham Rd. Melbourne, FL
“Java” John- www.koolbeanz.com


At the King Center: CLASSIC ALBUMS LIVE & MORE!


Friday, July 16, Classic Albums Live: LED ZEPPELIN: II
Friday, July 23, Weird Al Yankovic In Concert
Sunday, July 25, Clay Aiken & Ruben Studdard In Concert
Saturday, August 14, Classic Albums Live: PINK FLOYD: THE WALL
Monday, August 16, 2010 CATS
Tuesday, August 17, 2010 CATS
Saturday, September 11, Classic Albums Live: 40 YEARS OF WOODSTOCK
Saturday, October 9, Classic Albums Live: THE BEATLES: WHITE ALBUM


Hope to See You There!!
Please Tell Your Friends!!

Peace,
"Java" John Goldacker

www.koolbeanz.com
www.spiltbeanz.blogspot.com
www.myspace.com/acousticrecord

May 08, 2010

ZZ TOP - Live @ The King Center, Melbourne, FL 2010

ZZ TOP IN CONCERT
April 30th, 2010


I had the pleasure of shooting pictures for the King Center
last week! How kool. 6th time seeing ZZ TOP, 3rd time this decade,
and they are better than ever!
Enjoy!!








February 25, 2010

JERRY DAZE RETURNS!!!

JERRY DAZE 2010
A SPACED ODDYSSEY!
February 27th, 2010 2pm-Mid
At THE SPACE STATION
Merritt Island
After a 5 year hiatus (due to ill health and scheduling conflicts) the 7th installment of the very popular local tribute to the late Jerry Garcia makes it's long awaited return.

Born of an idea by co-creators ("Java" John, and "Grateful" Dave) to pay tribute to the Grateful Dead frontman, JERRY DAZE began in the fall of 1999 at Java John & Jen's KOOL BEANZ Coffeehouse. The very successful event ran three years before Kool Beanz closed. The event was so popular, that fans clamored for more! So, the event continued on in different venues for the next 3 years with the same excitement and success.

Live Music by:
Dave & The DeadBeats,
New Gravity,
Old Friends in the Way,
Ungrateful Buskers,
and MORE!!
(bands subject to change).

And, Featuring the ever-popular Terrapin StationWagon Liquid-Light Show.


Since most everyone has been effected by a family member with cancer :
RAFFLE/AUCTION to SUSAN G KOMEN For The Cure
$10.00 at the Door
Also....Food, Beverages and hotel rooms available, and a "Shakedown Street".

AT THE SPACE STATION ( At The Clarion Hotel)
260 E. Merritt Island Causeway, Merritt Island, FL 32952


For MORE INFO Contact "Java" John:
javahnagila@hotmail.com

ALL ARTWORK AND PHOTOS by JAVA JOHN
(except JD '99 & '00 posters - Jerry painted by DAVE GROOMS)