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The Summer of 65

Playing the hits of the 60s!

The Summer of 65 loves and appreciates you, our loyal fans - The Summer Nation! 

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Upcoming Events

  • Wakeman Elevator
    Sat, Jun 03
    Wakeman
    Jun 03, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM EDT
    Wakeman, 16 Hyde St, Wakeman, OH 44889, USA
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  • Paper Moon Vineyards
    Sat, Jun 10
    Vermilion
    Jun 10, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    Vermilion, Paper Moon Vineyards, Vermilion, OH 44089, USA
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  • Grey Hawk Golf Club
    Sat, Jun 24
    LaGrange
    Jun 24, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
    LaGrange, 665 US Grant St, Lagrange, OH 44050, USA
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  • Private Party - Fireworks!
    Sat, Jul 01
    Columbia Station
    Jul 01, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    Columbia Station, Columbia Station, OH 44028, USA
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  • Willoughby Eagles Club
    Fri, Jul 07
    Willoughby
    Jul 07, 7:30 PM – 11:00 PM
    Willoughby, 37299 Euclid Ave, Willoughby, OH 44094, USA
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  • Paper Moon Vineyards
    Sat, Jul 08
    Vermilion
    Jul 08, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    Vermilion, Paper Moon Vineyards, Vermilion, OH 44089, USA
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  • Wakeman Elevator
    Sat, Jul 15
    Wakeman
    Jul 15, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
    Wakeman, 16 Hyde St, Wakeman, OH 44889, USA
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  • Vermilion River Reservation Summer Concert Series
    Sun, Jul 16
    Vermilion River Reservation
    Jul 16, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
    Vermilion River Reservation, 51211 N Ridge Rd, Vermilion, OH 44089, USA
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  • Grey Hawk Golf Club
    Fri, Jul 21
    LaGrange
    Jul 21, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
    LaGrange, 665 US Grant St, Lagrange, OH 44050, USA
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  • Muffleheads Brewing Co.
    Sat, Jul 22
    Wakeman
    Jul 22, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
    Wakeman, 4931 Fitchville River Rd, Wakeman, OH 44889, USA
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  • Orwell Summer Concert Series
    Aug 02, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
    Orwell, Orwell, OH 44076, USA
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  • Paper Moon Vineyards
    Sat, Aug 05
    Vermilion
    Aug 05, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    Vermilion, Paper Moon Vineyards, Vermilion, OH 44089, USA
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  • Wakeman Elevator
    Fri, Aug 11
    Wakeman
    Aug 11, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
    Wakeman, 16 Hyde St, Wakeman, OH 44889, USA
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  • Grey Hawk Golf Club
    Sat, Aug 19
    LaGrange
    Aug 19, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
    LaGrange, 665 US Grant St, Lagrange, OH 44050, USA
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  • Muffleheads Brewing Co.
    Fri, Aug 25
    Wakeman
    Aug 25, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
    Wakeman, 4931 Fitchville River Rd, Wakeman, OH 44889, USA
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  • Wellington Eagles Summer Concert Series
    Aug 26, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
    Wellington, 631 S Main St, Wellington, OH 44090, USA
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  • Paper Moon Vineyards
    Sat, Sep 02
    Vermilion
    Sep 02, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    Vermilion, Paper Moon Vineyards, Vermilion, OH 44089, USA
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  • Wakeman Elevator
    Sun, Sep 03
    Wakeman
    Sep 03, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    Wakeman, 16 Hyde St, Wakeman, OH 44889, USA
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The Summer of 65: The Story

The Summer of 65 has been performing in the Northeast Ohio area for the past 10 years, and consistently bring excitement and a party atmosphere to your private event, music club, reunion, or festival.  We're a tribute to the great artists of the 1960s!  When the Summer of 65 shows up, it's a party!!

Contact

To book The Summer of 65 for your event please contact...

440-281-0009

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Band Members

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Denny  Warner

Vocals / Guitar

Denny started with the band in early 2010, and what a ride it has been.  His incredible voice brings to life all the great ballads of the sixties such as "Unchained Melody", Crying" by Roy Orbison and "Let it be Me", just to name a few!

When he cranks up the pipes to rock out he nails songs like "Mony Mony", "Travelin' Band", "Jump Jive and  Wail" and "Runaway".  Wait! That's not all! Denny brings back Elvis (or maybe he IS Elvis) like the ole hound dog he is!

Denny is a great vocalist and entertainer in addition to being a musical history buff.  He shares many highlights of all the bands and tunes he performs throughout a performance.

Chuck Hackett

Vocals / Bass Guitar

Chuck is the newest member of The Summer of 65, and brings his talents to the band as our bass player and harmony vocals.  His addition has taken the band up a notch as he holds down the bottom end effortlessly in sync with our fantastic drummer Barb! Please welcome Chuck as a great addition to our lineup.  

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Mike Bestul

Vocals / Guitar

Mike, aka "The Beast", is a proven performer and prides himself on duplicating all the great licks within the numerous classics performed by The Summer of 65. In addition to his guitar prowess, it's evident he's enjoying himself on stage as he brings out the "Beast" in all of us when he sings renditions of Buddy Holly, Mitch Ryder and more!

His multi-style capability provides original lead riffs ranging from rockabilly to surf to Memphis soul and blues. Mike's attention to detail and equipment brings the absolute cleanest sound around. He is an unabashed "Fender guy" and understands 60's guitar work like no other! He's a "Beast" and it shows with every Summer of '65 performance. 

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Barb Garries Longstreth

Vocals / Drums

Barb holds down the rhythm section with perfect timing and the driving beat that our fans have come to expect!  She also gets the most photographs taken during performances by our audience members who dig what she is doing.  Barb is an experienced drummer who not only performs with The Summer of 65, but also provides drumming instruction for her many students.  

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