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THE WRITING'S ON THE WALL…..One of Western New York's richest attributes is its music community; while obvious names like the GOO GOO DOLLS and BILLY SHEEHAN standout, it's the wealth of stay at homegrown talent within our region that is all to often taken for granted.
     Two musicians who epitomize that Buffalo blue collar "Dedication" are Buffalo Music Hall of Fame guitar genius MICHAEL HUND (www.myspace.com/michaelhundmusic)  and Multi-award winning singer/songwriter LANA MARIE (www.myspace.com/lanamariemusic).
     The Rhapsodizing Rocker with the unmistakable Golden Locks and the "Pretty Baby" with the peerless pipes are true quintessential musicians, honing their craft by day and storming stages both locally and nationally by night, playing over two hundred fifty shows a year.
     The potent pair have been performing and collaborating together over half a decade in several different incarnations; initially stripping it down with the award winning duo of LANA & HUND before HUND would eventually weave his way into the web of Buffalo's favorite Rock 'n' Roll party band BLACK WIDOW (www.blackwidowband.com).
     HUND has made his mark nationally over the years with  recording stints in Los Angeles and New York City; he's also shared the stage with national recording artists the likes of  PAT TRAVERS, DIERKS BENTLEY, BOBBY KIMBALL (TOTO), KENNY CETERA (CHICAGO), GARY MALABAR (STEVE MILLER BAND) and JOE BONAMASSA to name just a few.
     Eventually HUND would find his way to the "Distant Lights" of Nashville recording with renowned songwriter/musician GREG CROWE (www.gregcrowe.com).
     It would be there in the Country Music Capital of the world that HUND'S undisputable talents would be rightfully recognized as he was signed by CMG Records signifying the birth of GRAFFITI.
     The zealous string sage would again tap into the explosive chemistry shared with sultry songstress LANA MARIE; rounding out the GRAFFITI line-up is a resounding rhythm section featuring thunderous drummer JOE SUPLICKI coupled with the brisk bass lines of PAUL MORDAUNT.
     GRAFFITI wasted no time gettin' there "Groove Thang" on for their new label, simultaneously releasing their self-titled disc accompanied by the mesmerizing instrumental release of "Distant Lights" in the summer of 2007.  Both releases have been flying off the shelves locally and are available at all Record Theatre locations as well as online at (www.michaelhund.com).
     The band is set to ride that summer wave once again with their third studio release "Rock 'n' Roll Day Care this Thursday July 10^th also available at the aforementioned locations.
     The eleven new GRAFFITI tracks are a diverse mix of music accentuating the cohesiveness between LANA & HUND that has developed through their relentless touring.
     HUND'S distinctively unique playing style powered by the torrid passion LANA MARIE inspires shines through on "I'm Coming Home" and "Not 4 Sale".
     Instrumental track six "Bom Chicka Wah Wah" finds HUND just down right showing off his dexterous mastery of the guitar.
     GRAFFITI will be taking "Rock 'n' Roll Daycare" out on the road this summer mark your calendars to witness Western New York's premier live band.
     *July 12^th-(Niagara Falls, NY)… GRAFFITI will be going "Hog Wild" as they headline the New York State Harley Owners Group 20^th Anniversary Rally at the Seneca Niagara Casino…For more information on the event call (716)877-7231 or (716)434-4012.
     *July 26^th (N.Tonawanda, NY)….If you love "Rock 'n' Roll" then this is one show you won't want to miss.  GRAFFITI will amply fill the opening slot for the First Lady of Rock JOAN JETT & BLACKHEARTS at the Labatt Blue Lite Gateway Park Concert Series.
     *AUGUST 22^nd (Buffalo, NY)…GRAFFITI will headline Opening Night of the 5th Annual BUFFALO NIAGARA THUNDER MOTORCYCLE RALLY at the brand new location at 301 Ohio Street in downtown Buffalo.  For more information and directions go to (www.buffaloniagarathunder.com).
     *August 29^th-30^th (Dover, Tennessee)….CMG Recording Artist MICHAEL HUND & GRAFFITI have been invited to perform at one of the largest outdoor Music Festivals of the summer.  Make the Rock 'n' Roll roady this Labor Day Weekend to the RROLL OVER DOVER Music Festival.
     GRAFFITI will join music legend ARLO GUTHRIE along with over 40 amazing acts including BUCKWHEAT ZYDECO, TINSLEY ELLIS, NICK STERLING and JOHNNY HILAND.
     Visit www.rrolloverdover.com for more band information and directions to this enormous event. Hope to see you there.

JUNE 1^st 2008-(Buffalo, N.Y.)….MICHAEL HUNDS GRAFFITI is set to ride "The Wave" of summer 2008 as they secure several signature dates both regionally and nationally…..

Rhapsodizing Rocker CMG Recording Artist MICHAEL HUND and his Buffalo Music Hall of Fame guitar riffs are joined by the "Pretty Baby" with the ardent voice, multi-award winning vocalist LANA HERGERT. The potent pair is backed by a renowned rhythm section comprised of thunderous drummer JOE SUPLICKI coupled with the brisk bass lines of PAUL MORDAUNT.GRAFFITI has spent the spring in the studio finalizing songs for their upcoming release "Rock 'n' Roll Day Care"……..Hallmark the following dates on your summer calendar to witness one of Western New York's premier live shows. 

*JUNE 21^st (Lancaster, N.Y.)….8^th Annual Bikes and Blues in the Grove.

*JULY 12^th (Niagara Falls, N.Y.)….GRAFFITI will be going "Hog Wild" as they headline the New York State Harley Owners Group 20^th Anniversary Rally at the Seneca Niagara Casino….For more information on the event call (716)-877-7231 or (716)-434-4012…                                                                                                                                      *JULY 26^th (North Tonawanda, N.Y.)…..If you "Love Rock 'n' Roll" the this is one show you don't want to miss….GRAFFITI will amply fill the opening slot for the First Lady of Hard Rock JOAN JETT & the BLACKHEARTS at the Labatt Blue Lite Gateway Park Concert Series.

*AUGUST 22^nd (Buffalo, N.Y.)…..GRAFFITI will headline Opening Night of the 5^th Annual Buffalo Niagara Thunder Rally at the brand new location @ 301 Ohio Street in downtown Buffalo.  For more information and directions go to (www.buffaloniagarathunder.com).

*AUGUST 29^th-30^th (Dover, Tennessee)…..CMG Recording Artist MICHAEL HUNDS GRAFFITI has been invited to participate in one of the biggest outdoor Music Festivals of the summer.  Labor Day Weekend will never be the same as the ROCK & ROLL OVER DOVER Festival will make its debut. GRAFFITI will be joined legendary artists like ARLO GUTHRIE, BUCKWHEAT ZYDECO , JOHNNY HIGHLAND and TINSLEY ELLIS to name just a few.  Go to www.rrolloverdover.com for more band information and directions.    

Tennessee (Stewart County) campgrounds open Wednesday, August 27 th with

tickets, visit www.RRollOverDover.com.

Buffalo Football Recycling Parties
Friday, August 17 - Sunday, December 23

107.7 The Lake supports the local community and the efforts to improve the conditions of Western New York, like the recycling we do at each of the Buffalo home football games. Stop by our location on Abbott Road, just south of Southwestern Boulevard as you go to the game, and help us recycle your bottles and cans, supported by Consumers Beverage with the proceeds going to benefit Music Is Art.
And enjoy the free live music of Graffiti from 10:30 am until 12:30pm, supported by Line-X/Trucks Maintained of Western New York.