Articles filed under Ron Onesti
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Ron Onesti: A sock hop in the sky
Oct 30, 2020 6:00 AM - It's hard to believe rock 'n' roll icon Dick Clark would have been 91 next month. Although he passed away eight years ago last April, his memory resonates with so many of us rock 'n' roll fans to this day. -
Ron Onesti: Staying positive? No problem!
Oct 23, 2020 6:00 AM - As we enter an unbelievable eighth month of lockdown at our venues, many people are concerned about our well-being, our survival, our sanity. Truly it is YOU and the memories we have created together that keeps us going! -
Ron Onesti: Classic rock radio
Oct 16, 2020 6:00 AM - When the "classic rock" world received stunning news that Chicago FM radio station WLUP was sold to a Christian broadcasting company, classic rock fans began wearing black armbands and truly mourned. -
Ron Onesti: Celebrating Italian Heritage Month
Oct 9, 2020 6:00 AM - It is no secret I am an Italian American, and a proud one at that. I was born on Taylor Street in Chicago's "Little Italy" neighborhood. Being a child of the early '60s, I was fortunate enough to have experienced much of the music now referred to as "heritage rock" and "classic rock." -
Ron Onesti: Memorabilia and memories
Oct 2, 2020 6:00 AM - We go through our lives collecting souvenirs and mementos from memorable moments that we want to keep in our hearts forever. The Arcada has provided so many opportunities for me to create friendships with rock legends and show-biz superstars, many of whom have signed things for me. -
Ron Onesti: Jerry Lewis feels father's presence at The Arcada
Sep 25, 2020 6:00 AM - An agent was looking for a venue for his client, Mr. Jerry Lewis, to perform and workshop his touring show. I got the call! "Are you kidding me?" I rather loudly yelled at my laptop while sitting in Starbucks. -
Ron Onesti: The return of Led Zeppelin
Sep 18, 2020 6:00 AM - Jason Bonham, the talented son of original Led Zeppelin drummer John Bonham, once brought his incredible "Led Zeppelin Experience" to St. Charles. His band was nothing short of incredible as he masterfully did what he was born to do behind the drums. -
Ron Onesti: Impersonator or impostor?
Sep 11, 2020 6:00 AM - Recently I watched a "Tonight Show with Johnny Carson" episode. The infamous celebrity impersonator Rich Little was making one of his many appearances on the show. It reminded me of the time I brough Rich Little to The Arcada. It was incredible! -
Ron Onesti: My favorite 'singalong' songs
Sep 4, 2020 6:00 AM - What are my favorite songs? I get that question a lot. Obviously, I have several ways of answering that, depending on the perspective. There are hundreds I love to hear, and probably more to which I like to sing along. -
Ron Onesti: Let the memories keep you 'up'
Aug 28, 2020 6:00 AM - Life is about memories, most good, some not so good. And right know, we all must focus on those great times we have shared at past shows. I really love the part of my job that involves talking with our valued music fans.
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