Dave Gil de Rubio
In addition to being editor of theNassau Observer, Dave Gil de Rubio is a regular contributor to Long Island Weekly, specializing in music and sports features. He has won several awards for writing from Press Club of Long Island (PCLI), New York Press Association (NYPA) and Fair Media Council (FMC).
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How Music Saved Marcus King’s Psychological Well-Being
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was once quoted as saying, “Music is the best consolation for a despaired man.” For Marcus King, that was certainly the case, particularly when grappling with personal issues while trying...
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Marcus King’s Fave Power Trios
When Marcus King decided to reteam up with Black Keys founding member Dan Auerbach to produce Young Blood, the former’s second solo outing that came out in August 2022, the stylistic cue was to plug...
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How John Lodge Is Carrying On The Mantle Of The Moody Blues
The Moody Blues may have hung up their rock and roll shoes in 2018 following the retirement of late founding member Graeme Edge, but the band’s spirit very much carries on via John Lodge, the...
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Moody Blue John Lodge’s Fave Pianists
John Lodge may best be known as the long-time bassist for the now defunct-Moody Blues, but for the Birmingham, England native, his music fuse was lit hearing early rock and roll piano players. “I became a...
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Seeking Redemption In To Leslie
Tale of alcoholic lottery winner going bust drives this indie film If the idea that money and success only amplify who you already are, then the profligate and addictive main character who wins a $190,000 lottery...
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Massapequa Everyman Steve Guttenberg Returns On Lifetime
According to his Internet Movie Data Base (IMDB) biography, Steve Guttenberg has the record for most original films to go to franchises in film history, and appearing in the most films in The Screen Actors...
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Barollo Shoes Sits At The Crossroads Of Luxury, Comfort And Style
If shoes make the man, then meet Darren Smith, the man who makes the shoes. Far from being your average cobbler, Smith is the founder and creative director of Barollo Shoes, a luxury footwear brand...
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Long Island Weekly: A Year In Celebrity Interviews
Over the years, Long Island Weekly has managed to corral numerous celebrities from the worlds of music, television, film and publishing for some intriguing conversations. The year 2022 was no different. Here are some of...
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Lucius: Dancing Like Nobody’s Watching With Second Nature
The Austrian novelist Vicki Baum once said, “There are shortcuts to happiness and dancing is one of them.” It’s a mantra Lucius embraced when they embarked on cutting Second Nature, the quartet’s fourth effort that...
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John Mayer Returns To “Home Base” With Sold-Out Jones Beach Show
A dragonfly is a symbol of transformation and adaptability. Befitting that hordes of these winged creatures surrounded Jones Beach Theater on Wednesday evening at...
LIU Post Abounds With Opportunities For Students
When it comes time to apply for colleges, many students choose a handful of schools close to home, out of state and one or...
Keeping Your Health On Track During The Indulgent Holiday Season
The holiday season can be an indulgent one, full of cookies, candies, heavy meals and eggnog. While no one wants to rein in the...
Check It Out: February 23 To March 3
February 23 Huntington Adam Lambert @ The Paramount 370 New York Ave. 8 p.m. $85, $75, $65, $40, $35. 631-673-7300 www.theparamountny.com Controversy, thy name is Adam...
Countywide Bomb Threat
Nassau County Police Department received notification late on Sunday, Nov. 20, from an individual who claims he heard an unidentified male say he "put...
