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Richie Supa – Singer, Songwriter

Richie Supa is a New York singer/songwriter with over 200 cuts and four solo albums to his name. Richie’s career was launched via the legendary Long Island Band "The Rich Kids" who were signed by Clive Davis to Columbia Records. Richie was a staff writer at EMI Music for eighteen years and went on to a career on Broadway where he had the lead role in the hit musical "HAIR". He became a household name in the Northeast which helped to launch his now

30+ year career. Artists who have cut his songs read like a who’s who of the music industry, with over 35 million records sold.

Artists who have recorded Supa’s songs include Bon Jovi, Aerosmith, Ozzy Osborne, Mika, Pink and legendary artists such as Johnny Winter, Levon Helm, Tom Jones, Air Supply, Glen Campbell, Willie Nelson, to name a few.

Richie’s songs have appeared in Disney movies, feature films and on network television, including the hit show Melrose Place. Supa has been a behind-the-scenes voice in the legendary rock band Aerosmith for years, including being a touring member. He co-wrote several of their number one rock hits including “Chip Away The Stone”, "Lightning Strikes", ”Pink” and “Amazing.” Richie co-wrote nine songs with Richie Sambora on his most recent solo album and tours with Sambora on his solo project. He currently makes Nashville his home away from home working with some of the best writers in town bringing his rock and blues edge to the modern Nashville sound. Richie collaborates with hit song writers such as Brett James, Stephony Smith, Craig Morgan, Big Kenny of Big and Rich. Many of his songs have been recorded by country artists.

His song "In The Rooms" was nominated and won BEST SONG at the 2009 PRISM AWARDS.

He was nominated and won again at the 2011 PRISM AWARDS in the category of “Music or Music Video” for his song "Last House On The Block". Accepting the award on Richie’s behalf was his longtime friend and colleague Steven Tyler of Aerosmith.
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Richie’s love for music keeps him writing and producing in the studio whether it’s rock, pop, or country. He keeps his playing skills honed by keeping busy playing his hits live at corporate and songwriter events all over the country. He is also involved with his favorite charities helping sick and under privileged children, which is one of his greatest passions.

Come Join Richie Rupa who is a regular guest on Rockers In Recovery Radio (reality talk radio) and a member of our Social Network Website Rockers In Recovery. The website is geared towards the support of Rockers who are in Recovery or support Recovery and music lovers who are in Recovery.

Don’t forget to join us at the 12 Step Music Fest On November 3-6, 2011

We are promoting music, fun and harmony among fellowships. We will have floating meetings, yes meetings in the ocean, bring your rafts and noodles!! There will be 3 – 24 hour marathon tents for all fellowships and special interest meetings.

There will be a childrens tent with crafts and activities all day as well. The KOA has a beach and volleyball, pool and hot tub, as well as showers and bathrooms. Food and recovery merchandise vendors will be on site as well.

We will have bands playing on the main stage throughout the weekend.
A talent show will be held in the Coffee House Saturday.

Also in the Coffee House there will be solos and duos playing all day and night.
Due to campground capacity we can only sell 2000 tickets, so please book early.
THIS IS A DRUG, ALCOHOL AND GAMBLING FREE EVENT.

Violators will be removed from the park and no refunds will be given.

http://www.12stepmusicfest.com/general/about12step.php

“Rockers In Recovery” is part of the Holistic Lifestyles Radio Multi Media Network live from WWNN 1470 AM Radio Beasley Broadcasting of Boca Raton Fl. Beasley Broadcasting Group which has 47 AM & FM radio stations nationwide. Thanks to the WWNN 1470 AM Radio online interface can be listened to around the world at this link WWNN RADIO to any of the 15 hours a week of great addiction recovery radio Holistic Lifestyles Radio Inc produces.
Holistic Lifestyles Radio Inc. has been with the Beasley Broadcasting Group network for two years and buys 65 hours per month of air time to produce shows like “Rockers In Recovery”. This is a total of 15 hours a week of great addiction recovery radio and new approaches to mind, body, and spirit.

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We look forward to our many live broadcasts we do like “12 Step Music Fest”live from the Florida Keys, Holistic Treatment Conference in Las Vegas NV , “Rally For Recovery” and the very popular “Crossroads Guitar Festival 2010” . “Rockers In Recovery” and Holistic Lifestyles Radio look forward to booking more live broadcasts around the country for 2011 and 2012.

Ricky Byrd – Guitarist, Singer, Songwriter



Lotta dues Jim, Lotta dues. That’s a line from a play about Lenny Bruce, and man oh man ain’t that the truth!!

Don’t get me wrong, I’m not complaining! I’ve had an unbelievable career so far and I’m very grateful.

Imagine a 13 year old sitting in his bedroom with his first guitar that “almost” stays in tune. He’s dreaming big dreams, hoping someday……you know the rest!

Well I got my wish. I’ve traveled the world with Joan Jett and The Blackhearts, had a couple of hit records and played guitar for two of my favorites–Roger Daltrey and Ian Hunter. I’ve also had the damn good fortune to have shared a stage with everyone from Jimmy Page,
Leslie West, Steve Marriott to Rufus Thomas (I got to “Walk the Dog”)

I’ve had artists who I love and respect cover songs I’ve written ,and even got to decorate a wall in Byrdland with a few gold and platinum records.


Nice huh?
Problem is I’m not the kind that can rest on my laurels (you know how painful that can be!).

This is now and now I’m a solo artist–playing my songs, making my music and fighting my battles!

To be honest I’m feeling a little punchy from all the fighting.

But I promise you this…they’’ll have to carry me out of the ring still swingin’ and still singin’.

Let’s face it the music business (what’s left of it) is not for the faint of heart. it can break your spirit and leave you bitter.”It was you Charlie…you shoulda watched out for me. I coulda been a contender!”

Sorry, I had a Brando moment!.

Anyway as the saying goes… you buttered your bread now you gotta sleep in it…or something like that.

Where was I? Oh yeah

These days I have no illusions or expectations other than making the coolest music I can and have fun doing it.

So keep your eyes and ears open cause sooner or later I’ll be coming to your town. It might be a stadium, a theatre, a club or maybe even a coffeehouse, but you can bet the farm I’ll have a big ass grin on my face and be happy to be there.

See you in the trenches, Ricky



About 12 Step Music Fest

12 Step Music Fest is a campout for ALL 12 step fellowships. It will be held November 3-6, 2011 at Sugarloaf Key (mile marker 20) KOA Campground in the Florida Keys. The entire campground will be closed to the public.

It's a mini Woodstock, minus the drugs and alcohol, but add meetings and fellowship! It is being produced by No Matter What Productions, a not for profit, 501 c 3 charity. Our mission is to help people suffering from all forms of addiction to recover and become acceptable, responsible and productive members of society. Our vision is to eradicate the stigma "Once an addict always an addict."

We are promoting music, fun and harmony among fellowships. We will have floating meetings, yes meetings in the ocean, bring your rafts and noodles!! There will be 3 - 24 hour marathon tents for all fellowships and special interest meetings.

There will be a childrens tent with crafts and activities all day as well. The KOA has a beach and volleyball, pool and hot tub, as well as showers and bathrooms. Food and recovery merchandise vendors will be on site as well.

We will have bands playing on the main stage throughout the weekend.

A talent show will be held in the Coffee House Saturday.

Also in the Coffee House there will be solos and duos playing all day and night.

Due to campground capacity we can only sell 2000 tickets, so please book early.

THIS IS A DRUG, ALCOHOL AND GAMBLING FREE EVENT.
Violators will be removed from the park and no refunds will be given.

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