Hey friends, I did a two-part interview this past week with Radio host Shane Ray about the book! It airs tonight (9th) and tomorrow night (10th) at 7PM on WYRZ 98.9 with DJ host Shane Ray, Central Indiana Today! I hope some of you will be able to listen in. :) Here's the link: http://wyrz.org/
Book Signing, October 8, Foxburg PA!
Brian Forster, 70s Music, David Cassidy, Shirley Jones, Wrecking CrewCommentA book signing will be held this Sunday, October 8th in Foxburg, PA at the 14th annual Foxburg Festival. The signing is 11AM -6PM with plenty of food vendors and other attractions. Hope to see some of you! Here's the link if you'd like to check it out: http://foxburgfestival.com/
A Moment of Silence
CommentPeace, Love, Compassion and Prayers to all of the victims of Las Vegas and their loved ones.
Author Presentations at Geauga County Libraries
70s Music, Announcements, Brian Forster, Shirley JonesCommentI'll be doing a series of presentations on WHEN WE'RE SINGIN' at the Geauga County Public Library at all of their branches, beginning tomorrow in Middlefield. I sure hope some of you (northeast Ohioans) can come. :) Here are the dates and times for all three of the branches:
Saturday, September 23, 2017. 2PM --MIDDLEFIELD BRANCH, 16167 East High Street, Middlefield, OH 44062.
Wednesday, October 11, 2017, 7PM--CHARDON BRANCH, 110 East Park Street, Chardon, OH, 44024.
Sunday, November 12, 2017, 2PM--BAINBRIDGE BRANCH, 17222 Snyder Road, Chagrin Falls, OH, 44023.
Series of Presenations and book signings, Geauga County Public Library
CommentI'll be doing a presentation for WHEN WE'RE SINGIN' at the Geauga County Public Library--all three branches (Middlefield, Bainbridge, and Chardon). The first is this weekend, Saturday September 23 at the Middlefield Branch, 2PM. If any of you can come, it would be great to see you. Geauga County Library, 16167 East High Street, Middlefield, OH 44062. http://divi.geaugalibrary.net/locations/middlefield-library/
Audio Clip: WBWC 88.3 Interview and PF music with Dennis King!
70s Radio, Partridge Family, Shirley Jones, Susan DeyCommentHere's the link for my interview last night on WBWC 88.3 with host Dennis King. Jeff Pike, a big supporter of WHEN WE'RE SINGIN', called in last night from Georgia and afterward he put together an edit of the full three hours so that we could share only the part of the show that was "All Partridge." (an hour and 23 min) Thanks a million, Jeff! This interview was really fun because it was so casual, and King is a big PF fan himself. I hope you like it.
Talking PF Tonight, WBWC.com with Dennis King, 88.3 FM!
CommentHey gang, I'll be doing a guest spot on WBWC.com 88.3 FM The Sting
with Dennis King, tonight (Sept. 18)! Talking about PF and playing some of the music! Please listen in if you have the chance! 10PM - 1AM! http://wbwc.com/
Book Signing, Presentation & SHIRLEY JONES! Mid-Atlantic Nostalgia Convention, Sept. 14,1 5, 16!
CommentExcited to announce the bus stops next in Maryland. That is, the Mid-Atlantic Nostalgia Convention! I will be giving a presentation and book signing at the MANC held for three days, September 14, 15, and 16 in Hunt Valley, Maryland. I'll be doing the presentation on the first day as a special seminar, with book signings all three days. Here's the best part--Shirley Jones is going to be there, too!
Several other celebrities made famous from TV will also be there including Patrick Duffy (Dallas), Dawn Wells (Gilligan's Island) and Eric Estrada (Chips). Check out the full roster of stars! I hope some of you can come! Here's the link: http://mgram1.wixsite.com/nostalgia-convention/seminars
Beaver County BookFest on September 9th!
CommentThe bus rolls forward. Next stop: BEAVER COUNTY BOOKFEST! I'll be doing a book signing at the Beaver County BookFest this year as part of their annual weekend of guest authors! I hope some of you can come! It's being held in Irvine Park, Beaver, PA on September 9th from 9AM-4PM. Here's the link for details: yearhttp://beavercountybookfest.com
A GIANT THANK YOU!
70s Music, David Cassidy, Partridge FamilyCommentA big thanks to all of you for supporting the event at the HOF on Tuesday. The experience is something I will always remember. Thanks to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame for hosting the event and believing in "When We're Singin'". We are lucky to have such an international landmark in our own back yard. Special thanks to all the David Cassidy and Partridge Family fans who turned out, and especially to my friends and family. Got Happy. :)
Cleveland Plain Dealer, Rockhall Preview article 8-25-17
CommentRock & Roll HOF author series event previews in today's Cleveland Plain Dealer!
CommentThe Cleveland Plain Dealer ran a great article in yesterday's online edition promoting the upcoming author series event at The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame next Tuesday, August 29th. Here's the link:
The hard copy version will run in Friday's edition. (8-25-17).
I hope to see many of you at the event. It's free to the public with an RSVP, which can be done online. Here's the link:
https://ticketing.rockhall.com/single/SelectSeating.aspx?p=495
This is the first time that the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has hosted any kind of event regarding The Partridge Family or David Cassidy. Their support and endorsement of this book is a huge honor for The Partridge Family music and all the fans who have loved it and believed in it so very much through the years. It is a powerful nod to The Partridge Family as noteworthy to pop music history.
For all the David Cassidy fans who have worked so very hard to get the attention of the HOF in hopes of nominating Cassidy as an inductee, this event is a winning first step. If you signed those petitions, I hope you will make every effort to be there and show the support for Cassidy's early music.
See you at the Rockhall! --John
WHEN WE'RE SINGIN' Program, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Author Series Event August 29!
CommentHey all,
The event at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame is quickly approaching, and I am really hoping to see some of you! Watch out tomorrow for an online story in the Cleveland Plain Dealer! Plain Dealer staff writer Laura DeMarco originally wrote a fantastic piece in 2015 promoting the K-campaign. In light of the author series event at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, she is doing a preview piece for the book and the event. The hard copy version will run in the Friday issue of th...e Plain Dealer as well. Here's the program as it is currently planned:
•Announcements & Introductions
•Johhny Miller discussing book and research
•Interview by Karen Herman, VP of Collections & Curatorial Affairs
•Audience Q&A
•Book signing
Audio Links for August 2 interview, NEWS TALK RADIO, 790 WPIC, "The Eric Bombeck Show"
CommentThe interview with Eric Bombeck on The Eric Bombeck Show, News Talk Radio 790 WPIC out of Sharon PA was originally suppose to be a half hour, but ended up being a full hour! The interview is available here in 4 15-minute segments. Hope you enjoy!
Author Series Event announced, ROCK & ROLL HALL OF FAME, August 29th!
70s Music, David Cassidy, Partridge Family, Shirley Jones, Danny Bonaduce, Susan Dey1 CommentThe Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland Ohio has announced WHEN WE'RE SINGIN' as part of their Author Series program. On Tuesday evening, August 29th at 7PM I will be doing a Keynote presentation about The Partridge Family and WHEN WE'RE SINGIN', with a Q & A and book signing to follow. The presentation will include behind the scenes photos of The Partridge Family cast and many others who worked on the show and the music. The evening's events are scheduled from 7-9PM, with doors opening at 6:30PM. This special Author Series event will take place at The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Library & Archives, 2809 Woodland Avenue, Cleveland, OH. (Reading Room) The event is free with a Reservation. Simply RSVP at ticketing.rockhall.com Here's the direct link: https://www.rockhall.com/author-series-johnny-ray-miller
Hope to see some of you there! - Johnny
Radio Interview, August 2, 6PM, on News Talk 790 WPIC in Sharon, PA!
CommentAn in-person radio interview with Johnny Ray Miller is scheduled for tomorrow, August 2, at 6PM EST on News Talk 790 WPIC Radio out ofSharon, Pennsylvania. Erick Bombeck of "The Bombeck Show" will discuss the new book and explore the music of The Partridge Family. Be sure to tune in! http://www.790wpic.com/personalities/the-bombeck-show/
Interview with Stan Turner, KLBB, Extended Due to Listener Interest! Link Attached!
70s Radio, KLBB, Stan Turner, Wrecking Crew, Partridge Family Bus, Partridge FamilyCommentThe interview with Stan Turner at KLBB went so well yesterday they extended it to a full hour because listeners were calling in with so many questions! It was clear that Stan loved The Partridge Family and had great respect for the groundbreaking impact the show and the music had on 70s pop culture. Here's the link! Let me know what you think! :) Check out the site, too at KLBBRadio.com!
Interview with KLBB, St. Paul/Minneapolis, Goes Half Hour Longer Than Planned!
CommentHere's the link to the interview with KLBB AM 1220 St. Paul/Minneapolis that was done earlier today on their program "The Wolf Brewing Company All Request Show with Stan Turner & Bobby J." Thanks all, for the kind words of support. Stan Turner was fantastic to talk with. He seemed as excited about The Partridge Family as all of us! The show was suppose to be a half hour, but he kept me on for a full hour! :) @KLBBRadio.com
https://audioboom.com/posts/6148383-when-we-re-singin-the-story-of-the-partridge-family-author-johnny-ray-miller
Interview with Stan Turner, KLBB Radio, St. Paul/Minneapolis, July 27th at 1PM!
70s Music, David CassidyCommentThe Partridge bus is gassing up again! I'll be doing a radio interview tomorrow, July 26 with Stan Turner on KLBB Radio out of St. Paul/Minneapolis. (and I have some exciting news to share, too!) Hope some of you can tune in :) I'll be on from 1:00PM - 1:30PM (CENTRAL TIME!) on their afternoon show called "The Wolf Brewing Company All Request Show with Stan Turner and Bobby J." Check out the station @KLBBRadio.com http://klbbradio.com/wolfbrewingallrequest.aspx
Talking with Gary Rivers on The Gary Rivers show, WHBC Canton, OH!
Danny Bonaduce, Partridge Family TV Show, David CassidyCommentI sat down with Gary Rivers at News-Talk Radio, 1480 WHBC yesterday to talk about WHEN WE'RE SINGIN' and we had a blast! During the interview he challenges Danny Bonaduce with Donny Osmond who claims he really won that fight years ago! Lots of fun...Check it out: http://www.whbc.com/canton-native-pens-first-book-chronicles-70s-partridge-family-phenomenon/
There's also a video version available on the site, too!