As noted in Issue 221 and Issue 220, NAMM is the world's biggest music industry trade show, filled with instruments, artists, concerts, parties, and people. It’s a major event, ranging from the trade show itself to seminars, events, awards ceremonies, and of course, parties. One of the most noteworthy ones is the annual Rock’N’R’Olivia & Roni Lee’s Pre-NAMM All Star Rooftop Jam, where musicians and attendees gather for an after-hours good time.
Here's another behind-the-scenes look at the event, in photos and captions.
Nolan Richards of Garden of Eden has a fun time with,Giancarlo Floridia (Faithsedge, Lynch Mob, Cleanbreak, Soledriver), Marco Mendoza (Thin Lizzy, Whitesnake, Journey, Ted Nugent), and other showgoers.
Here's bassist Koko Powell with Rock’N’R’Olivia Tosic, who created the event.
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Frank Murray of Petty Fever killed it on guitar.
A fan hangs out with Miki Sounds.
The Roni Lee Rooftop Jam is a volunteer effort, with various sponsors to cover costs, and it would not happen if not for volunteers like these.
Here's Caryl Morgan with Frank Zampini (right), one of the sponsors of the event.
Wayne Livingston performed on vocals and guitar.
Guitarist extraordinaire Larry Mitchell enjoys a moment with Daryl Sanservo.
Sammy Burke played some very intense bass.
Singer Kal Lorme belts it out.
Lynn Sorensen of Bad Company and Paul Rodgers tears it up on violin.
Here's promoter Big Daddy Carlos (center, with white hat) with Melinda Torres (sister), Ava Berman Adley (wife), and his mom Carmelita Torres. This is a family affair! Originally known for his presence as a music impresario in Los Angeles, he now owns Backstage Bar & Billiards and the Fremont Country Club in Las Vegas, two large independent music venues in downtown Vegas.
Event sponsor Frank Zampini (right), with friends.
Dan Crenshaw of Garden of Eden is a metal guitarist’s guitarist.
Jonesy Jones of Pulp Vixen was one of the most energizing performers of the night, and the only one to bring a horn to a guitar rumble.
Chrissy Ras of Pulp Vixen pushes the beat forward.
Here's Roni Lee on guitar with Sean McNabb on bass. In addition to being a in-demand guitarist, he’s a well-known actor. This view of the stage has Disneyland to the left, looking East.
Les Warner was the original drummer for the Cult.
Bobby Richards plays with the Electric Ash Band.
Keep on rockin': Giancarlo Floridia, guitarist/ songwriter for Lynch Mob and Stryper, with Thomas Blug, creator of Germany's BluGuitar compact guitar amplifiers.
Header image: revelers at the Rock'N'R'Olivia & Roni Lee jam.
