FCP Books Available At Neighborhood Theatre On December 15th!

Hello all-

Just a reminder that all of my books will be available at this year's DDI reunion concert at the Neighborhood Theatre on December 15th. 6pm doors, 7pm rock. Hope to see you there,
-Daniel
December 4, 2019

Decades Of Rock Show, Charlotte, NC, September 15, 2018

On September 15, I'll be bringing back my series of shows playing the music that many of us grew up with. This new series, entitled Decades Of Rock, features some of your favorite local musicians playing the music that rocked the world, and rocked our world during those times. The Mannish Boys open the show with the garage rock and R&B of the 1960s, and then Randy Franklin & The Sardines bring the 1970s, some of the 80s back to life. The show is at Neighborhood Theatre, doors are at 7pm, and the show is at 8pm. And tickets are $10, online and at the door. All of our fine FCP books will be available at the show, as well. Spread the word, see you there, and see you on the road.
-Daniel
August 29, 2018

Yesterday's Tomorrow Show Photos Posted

Hello all-

I've posted photos from the recent Yesterday's Tomorrow show, which was an amazing reunion of Winston-Salem bands from the 1960s and 70s, as covered in out 1960s NC Rock & Roll book. It truly was an amazing night, and I hope that you see and hear this show someday. Check out the photos at-

http://danielcoston.blogspot.com/2018/05/yesterdays-tomorrow-photos-winston.html 

See you all again soon,
-Daniel
June 6, 2018

We'll Be With The Mannish Boys This Saturday, June 9!

Hello all-

NC 1960s book co-author Jake Berger and the Mannish Boys will be opening up for the Well Respected Men at the Blue Note Grill, in Durham, NC this Saturday, June 9th. I will also be there with copies of our book. The show starts at 8pm. Come by, say hello and let's Rock.
-Daniel
June 6, 2018

Mannish Boys Live Recording Tonight!!!

Tonight! Evening Muse! 7:30pm! The Mannish Boys lay down a new live recording. You're gonna wish you had been there, so you should be there. I'll also be there, selling FCP books and discussing what songs I'd hear on the upcoming Mike Nesmith and Micky Dolenz tour. Join us. Celebrate. Let's rock. See you there.

-Daniel
May 27, 2018

Jake Berger And The Mannish Boys On February 16th

Hello all-

NC 60s book co-author Jake Berger will be leading the Mannish Boys at Smokey Joe's Cafe on February 16th. Sidewalk Bob will open. Come by and say hello.

https://www.facebook.com/events/693414937713491/ 

-Daniel
February 1, 2018

Young Ages Final Show Reminder For This Saturday

Hello all-

Just a reminder that The Young Ages will be playing their final show at the Charles Mack Auditorium in Mooresville, NC at 8pm on Saturday, November 18th. I hope to see you there,
-Daniel
November 17, 2017

RIP Barry Stacks Of The Grifs

Hello all-

Barry Stacks, singer and leader of the Grifs, passed away two weeks ago. Barry formed the Grifs in Charlotte, NC in 1964, and they went to record two of the best singles that ever came from the city, "Catch A Ride" and "Keep Dreaming". I interviewed Barry for both editions of our NC 1960s Rock & Roll book. Thanks for the ride, Barry,
-Daniel
March 13, 2017

Norman Blake Salutes The Paragons And "Abba"

Hello all-

Imagine my surprise as I'm reading the new issue of Mojo Magazine 60s, as Norman Blake of Teenage Fanclub is listing his favorite songs of the 1960s. The first song listed? "Abba", by the Paragons. A song, and a band that we featured in our NC 1960s Rock & Roll book. Wow! Thank you, Norman. And how is it that I still haven't seen the Fannies live yet? I must remedy that, immediately.
And yes, the video of the Paragons playing "Abba" on The Village Sqaure TV show in 1967 is awesome. Let's play it now!
-Daniel
February 3, 2017

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KDxjm8BkGBU 

December 11th Show At The Double Door Inn!

Hello all-

I wanted to let you know about a show at the Double Door Inn on December 11th with several Fort Canoga Press connections. FCP authors Jake Berger and Daniel Coston will be playing the show as part of the Mannish Boys, and Coston will host and MC the show. The show also features reunions of the Buddy Ro Band and Loafers Glory, both of whom feature people that were interviewed for our There Was A Time book. The show will also be the last show at the Double Door Inn for many in the show,  and stay tuned for a their and final edition of the Double Door Inn book in 2017.

Thanks very much, and happy holidays,
-Fort Canoga Press
November 26, 2016

Tonight! The Young Ages At The Double Door Inn!

Tonight! The Young Ages at the Double Door Inn! 8:30pm show! Come by and see me emcee the show, and hang out at the merch table. It's the holiday season. The world needs to Rock. So let's Rock. See you there, and see you on the road.

Happy holidays, everyone,
-Daniel
November 25, 2016 

Young Ages Show Poster On November 25th

Spread the word, and see you there,
-Daniel

The Young Ages Return To The Double Door Inn For One More Show

Hello all-

Spread the word! The Charlotte 60s Rock & Roll Reunion presents the Young Ages for their final appearance at the Double Door Inn. The Young Ages were one of Charlotte's top Rock & Roll bands during the 1960s, winning the Big WAYS Battle Of The Bands Contest in 1968. The band's story was featured in There Was A Time: Rock & Roll In Charlotte, And North Carolina During The 1960s. Fort Canoga Press will be there that night, and have books available for purchase.

Tickets are $12. Doors are at 8pm, and Stan Barkley & Friends will open at 8:30pm. Come on, come all, happy holidays and rejoice at the Double Door Inn, one more time.
-Daniel
November 3, 2016

Library Talks In Cabarrus County Tonight, and Tomorrow Night (July 11 & 12)

Talking about the North Carolina music scene of the 1960s. Tonight at Harrisburg Public Library at 6pm, and Tuesday night at Kannapolis Public Library. Both talks begin at 6pm, and are free. See you at the library.
-Daniel
July 11, 2016

News On Jake Berger And January 23rd Show At The Double Door Inn

Hello everyone-

As you may know, my friend and NC 1960s book co-author Jake Berger has hurt pretty bad in an accident two weeks ago. Jake and the Mannish Boys had a show planned at The Double Door Inn on January 23rd with Crisis. Randy Franklin has generously decided to make this a benefit show for Jake, featuring many of the folks that Jake has played with over his 50 year career. Spread the word, this one's gonna Rock. Get well soon, Jake, and see you all in 2016.
-Daniel 
December 30, 2015

Happy Holidays

Hello All-

Happy holidays. Our books are available, as always, from Amazon.com.

http://www.amazon.com/There-Was-Time-Charlotte-Carolina/dp/0615809405 

http://www.amazon.com/Charlottes-Home-Blues-Years-Double/dp/0615936768/ref=sr_1_2?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1448428494&sr=1-2 

http://www.amazon.com/Briarhoppers-Circle-Rolls-Daniel-Coston/dp/0692312137/ref=sr_1_5?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1448428537&sr=1-5 

http://www.amazon.com/Story-Tourist-In-Britain-glimpses/dp/1500717614 

If you would like an autographed copy of our books, email us, or post us a comment, and we'll get it to you. Best wishes,
-Daniel
November 25, 2015

South End Bazaar This Saturday

Hello-

I'll be selling some fine Fort Canoga Press books, and prints at the South End Bazaar, at 2525 Distribution St. Charlotte, NC 28203, this Saturday, November 21st. The event starts at 11am, and goes until 8pm. I'll be there after noon, and there until 6:30pm. 
Hope to see you there,
-Daniel
November 21, 2015

The Bondsmen, Stars Of Our NC 60s Book, Are Back On December 27th

Come to Durham, NC and see this show on December 27th, the first "local" show for this band in 45 years.

I'm apparently a music geek, too. But a professional one, mind you!
-Daniel

http://motorcomusic.com/event/marianne-taylor-music-presents-the-bondsmen-40th-reunion-of-one-of-the-triangles-favorite-party-bands/

Tomorrow Night! The NC 1960s Book Authors Take To A Very Big Stage!

Hope to see you all there. Free admission! The Mannish Boys are on at 6:30pm, and the Spongetones will follow at 8pm. Let's Rock,
-Daniel
September 25, 2015

Podcast Of My Recent Appearance ON WNCW, Talking About There Was A Time

http://wncw.org/post/discover-1960s-carolina-garage-bands-author-and-photographer-daniel-coston

Enjoy,
-Daniel
August 4, 2015