Richard Barone
@richardbarone.bsky.social
I'm a music-loving dude.
Stream The Bongos' holiday single, "Rock The Christmas Cheer!" on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/0uZxGkfIQUlIxs9YFx6a4j?si=ge-g6fGWSRCRtK-VYwFsDg
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/richardbarone
Stream The Bongos' holiday single, "Rock The Christmas Cheer!" on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/0uZxGkfIQUlIxs9YFx6a4j?si=ge-g6fGWSRCRtK-VYwFsDg
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/richardbarone
TONIGHT AT 7 PM! Join Glenn Mercer, Dave Weckerman, Bob Torsello & me for the last ‘Hazy Cosmic Jive’ show of 2025, at Small Batch Cellars in North Haven, CT. Come rock with us to the songs of Bowie, Eno, T.Rex, Lou Reed, Roxy Music, Iggy Pop, and more. Tickets: www.eventbrite.com/e/richard-ba...
November 29, 2025 at 6:35 PM
TONIGHT AT 7 PM! Join Glenn Mercer, Dave Weckerman, Bob Torsello & me for the last ‘Hazy Cosmic Jive’ show of 2025, at Small Batch Cellars in North Haven, CT. Come rock with us to the songs of Bowie, Eno, T.Rex, Lou Reed, Roxy Music, Iggy Pop, and more. Tickets: www.eventbrite.com/e/richard-ba...
Something truly wonderful is happening on November 3rd at the beautiful Kimmel Center in Philadelphia as we honor a true R&B, dance music, and Broadway icon in ' #MazzoniCenter
Honors #MelbaMoore.' I'm excited to be performing along with an all-star cast. Tickets/info: mazzonicenter.org/honors
Honors #MelbaMoore.' I'm excited to be performing along with an all-star cast. Tickets/info: mazzonicenter.org/honors
September 29, 2025 at 5:47 PM
Something truly wonderful is happening on November 3rd at the beautiful Kimmel Center in Philadelphia as we honor a true R&B, dance music, and Broadway icon in ' #MazzoniCenter
Honors #MelbaMoore.' I'm excited to be performing along with an all-star cast. Tickets/info: mazzonicenter.org/honors
Honors #MelbaMoore.' I'm excited to be performing along with an all-star cast. Tickets/info: mazzonicenter.org/honors
Today is Music Advocacy Day! 🎤✨ @recordingacademy.bsky.social members from across the country are meeting with lawmakers to champion creators and ensure music continues to thrive. Add your voice and take action: congressweb.com/GRAMMY/99/
#GRAMMYAdvocacy #RecordingAcademy #MusicAdvocate
#GRAMMYAdvocacy #RecordingAcademy #MusicAdvocate
September 25, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Today is Music Advocacy Day! 🎤✨ @recordingacademy.bsky.social members from across the country are meeting with lawmakers to champion creators and ensure music continues to thrive. Add your voice and take action: congressweb.com/GRAMMY/99/
#GRAMMYAdvocacy #RecordingAcademy #MusicAdvocate
#GRAMMYAdvocacy #RecordingAcademy #MusicAdvocate
Coming soon... I'll be interviewed by Christopher J. Standish, Jr. for standish913.com about my recent collab with #DarrylDMCMcDaniels. Stand by for details...
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September 15, 2025 at 12:10 AM
Coming soon... I'll be interviewed by Christopher J. Standish, Jr. for standish913.com about my recent collab with #DarrylDMCMcDaniels. Stand by for details...
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Now Streaming!
'AngelHeaded Hipster: The Songs of Marc Bolan' www.amazon.com/gp/video/det...
#TRex @greenwichent.bsky.social
'AngelHeaded Hipster: The Songs of Marc Bolan' www.amazon.com/gp/video/det...
#TRex @greenwichent.bsky.social
September 9, 2025 at 1:58 AM
Now Streaming!
'AngelHeaded Hipster: The Songs of Marc Bolan' www.amazon.com/gp/video/det...
#TRex @greenwichent.bsky.social
'AngelHeaded Hipster: The Songs of Marc Bolan' www.amazon.com/gp/video/det...
#TRex @greenwichent.bsky.social
I'll be performing "Starman" and more at the 'JEM Records Celebrates' event at the Cutting Room NYC on October 25th. Tickets are on sale now, so now is the time: wl.eventim.us/event/the-we... 🎸⚡️
September 6, 2025 at 6:08 PM
I'll be performing "Starman" and more at the 'JEM Records Celebrates' event at the Cutting Room NYC on October 25th. Tickets are on sale now, so now is the time: wl.eventim.us/event/the-we... 🎸⚡️
'JEM Records Celebrates David Bowie' was just released today! Available on gold vinyl, CD, and on all streaming services. Here's a teaser for my track, "Starman." Check it out, and stay tuned for the official music video coming soon...
📷 Video by Abraham Spencer
#DavidBowie
📷 Video by Abraham Spencer
#DavidBowie
August 29, 2025 at 10:43 PM
'JEM Records Celebrates David Bowie' was just released today! Available on gold vinyl, CD, and on all streaming services. Here's a teaser for my track, "Starman." Check it out, and stay tuned for the official music video coming soon...
📷 Video by Abraham Spencer
#DavidBowie
📷 Video by Abraham Spencer
#DavidBowie
Just released today. Available wherever gold vinyl is sold, CDs hold court, and music is streamed....
www.amazon.com/Jem-Records-...
www.amazon.com/Jem-Records-...
August 29, 2025 at 4:40 PM
Just released today. Available wherever gold vinyl is sold, CDs hold court, and music is streamed....
www.amazon.com/Jem-Records-...
www.amazon.com/Jem-Records-...
I enjoyed visiting @talkshoplive.bsky.social tonight, where we debuted the new album 'JEM Records Celebrates David Bowie,' featuring my live version of "Starman." You can order the gold vinyl signed LP or deluxe signed CD at this link: talkshop.live/watch/aM7bik....
August 13, 2025 at 4:33 AM
I enjoyed visiting @talkshoplive.bsky.social tonight, where we debuted the new album 'JEM Records Celebrates David Bowie,' featuring my live version of "Starman." You can order the gold vinyl signed LP or deluxe signed CD at this link: talkshop.live/watch/aM7bik....
TONIGHT: Join me for a special screening of 'Angelheaded Hipster' at the Roxy Cinema NYC at 7 pm. I'll be talking T.Rex and asking director Ethan Silverman questions about his wonderful film. Hope to see you there! Tickets are on sale here: ticketing.uswest.veezi.com/purchase/654... #TRex
August 11, 2025 at 6:42 PM
TONIGHT: Join me for a special screening of 'Angelheaded Hipster' at the Roxy Cinema NYC at 7 pm. I'll be talking T.Rex and asking director Ethan Silverman questions about his wonderful film. Hope to see you there! Tickets are on sale here: ticketing.uswest.veezi.com/purchase/654... #TRex
OUT TODAY: @wnyc.org’s incredible Centennial Song Project, now streaming on @bandcamp.com. I am honored to be included! You can listen to it for free on Bandcamp, and then support the station at wnyc.org/donate.
#SUPPORTPUBLICMEDIA!
@allofitwnyc.bsky.social #publicsongproject #wnyc
#SUPPORTPUBLICMEDIA!
@allofitwnyc.bsky.social #publicsongproject #wnyc
August 8, 2025 at 5:42 PM
OUT TODAY: @wnyc.org’s incredible Centennial Song Project, now streaming on @bandcamp.com. I am honored to be included! You can listen to it for free on Bandcamp, and then support the station at wnyc.org/donate.
#SUPPORTPUBLICMEDIA!
@allofitwnyc.bsky.social #publicsongproject #wnyc
#SUPPORTPUBLICMEDIA!
@allofitwnyc.bsky.social #publicsongproject #wnyc
I'll be performing in 'Jem Records Celebrates' at The Cutting Room NYC on October 25th. Tickets go on sale this Wednesday.
August 4, 2025 at 6:39 PM
I'll be performing in 'Jem Records Celebrates' at The Cutting Room NYC on October 25th. Tickets go on sale this Wednesday.
'Angelheaded Hipster: The Songs of Marc Bolan & T.Rex' in theaters! Check this link for screenings in your area: greenwichentertainment.com/film/angelhe...
August 4, 2025 at 6:37 PM
'Angelheaded Hipster: The Songs of Marc Bolan & T.Rex' in theaters! Check this link for screenings in your area: greenwichentertainment.com/film/angelhe...
RCA Records has just released a gigantic 31-track 40th Anniversary Edition of The Bongos' 'Beat Hotel' album on all streaming platforms. Check in and check it out!
open.spotify.com/album/72rMzf...
@sonymusicofficial.bsky.social @rcarecords.bsky.social
#TheBongos
open.spotify.com/album/72rMzf...
@sonymusicofficial.bsky.social @rcarecords.bsky.social
#TheBongos
July 28, 2025 at 2:29 AM
RCA Records has just released a gigantic 31-track 40th Anniversary Edition of The Bongos' 'Beat Hotel' album on all streaming platforms. Check in and check it out!
open.spotify.com/album/72rMzf...
@sonymusicofficial.bsky.social @rcarecords.bsky.social
#TheBongos
open.spotify.com/album/72rMzf...
@sonymusicofficial.bsky.social @rcarecords.bsky.social
#TheBongos
Are you getting excited yet? I am. #TheBongos with our longtime friend #MarshallCrenshaw at #SonyHall on November 10th. Grab tickets while you can, right here: sonyhall.com/shows/?eid=1...
July 17, 2025 at 7:07 PM
Are you getting excited yet? I am. #TheBongos with our longtime friend #MarshallCrenshaw at #SonyHall on November 10th. Grab tickets while you can, right here: sonyhall.com/shows/?eid=1...
The Bongos are excited to join our friend #MarshallCrenshaw as he celebrates 40+ years in showbiz on this very special evening at #SonyHall on November 10th. Tickets JUST WENT ON SALE, at this link: sonyhall.com/shows/?eid=1... #TheBongos
July 11, 2025 at 7:26 PM
The Bongos are excited to join our friend #MarshallCrenshaw as he celebrates 40+ years in showbiz on this very special evening at #SonyHall on November 10th. Tickets JUST WENT ON SALE, at this link: sonyhall.com/shows/?eid=1... #TheBongos
Happy Birthday to wonderful Suzanne Vega! Thank you for all the truly lovely musical experiences we have shared, and for all that are to come! ❤️🎂🎉 #SuzanneVega
July 11, 2025 at 7:16 PM
Happy Birthday to wonderful Suzanne Vega! Thank you for all the truly lovely musical experiences we have shared, and for all that are to come! ❤️🎂🎉 #SuzanneVega
This Friday, July 4th, we celebrate Independence Day with the release of the "ALL FALL DOWN" EP (feat. #DarrylDMCMcDaniels). 4 different versions in four different genres. #Unity ...We are better TOGETHER.
FIND A LOCAL #NoKingsJuly4 ACTION IN YOUR AREA: indivisible.org
FIND A LOCAL #NoKingsJuly4 ACTION IN YOUR AREA: indivisible.org
July 3, 2025 at 3:10 AM
This Friday, July 4th, we celebrate Independence Day with the release of the "ALL FALL DOWN" EP (feat. #DarrylDMCMcDaniels). 4 different versions in four different genres. #Unity ...We are better TOGETHER.
FIND A LOCAL #NoKingsJuly4 ACTION IN YOUR AREA: indivisible.org
FIND A LOCAL #NoKingsJuly4 ACTION IN YOUR AREA: indivisible.org
If you missed my conversation this evening with wonderful Steve Harkins on @talkshoplive.bsky.social, no worries! You can still view the show and order the signed 'MUSIC + REVOLUTION' book or new Bongos 'SHROUD OF TOURING' CD at this link: talkshop.live/watch/PQd5sz...
🎸❤️⚡️
#TheBongos
🎸❤️⚡️
#TheBongos
July 2, 2025 at 3:06 AM
If you missed my conversation this evening with wonderful Steve Harkins on @talkshoplive.bsky.social, no worries! You can still view the show and order the signed 'MUSIC + REVOLUTION' book or new Bongos 'SHROUD OF TOURING' CD at this link: talkshop.live/watch/PQd5sz...
🎸❤️⚡️
#TheBongos
🎸❤️⚡️
#TheBongos
TODAY AT 7 PM EDT! Books, Bongos, Music, and more... Live and direct from my living room in Greenwich Village, NYC!
Tune in at: talkshop.live/watch/PQd5sz...
Exclusively on
@talkshoplive.bsky.social
@bloomsburybooksus.bsky.social
Tune in at: talkshop.live/watch/PQd5sz...
Exclusively on
@talkshoplive.bsky.social
@bloomsburybooksus.bsky.social
July 1, 2025 at 7:16 PM
TODAY AT 7 PM EDT! Books, Bongos, Music, and more... Live and direct from my living room in Greenwich Village, NYC!
Tune in at: talkshop.live/watch/PQd5sz...
Exclusively on
@talkshoplive.bsky.social
@bloomsburybooksus.bsky.social
Tune in at: talkshop.live/watch/PQd5sz...
Exclusively on
@talkshoplive.bsky.social
@bloomsburybooksus.bsky.social
I'm heartbroken to hear of the passing of one of my heroes, Brian Wilson. Everything I can say here is a cliche but true: he raised the bar, he changed music, he helped make rock and roll high art. Rest in peace now, Brian. The session's over.
With love, Richard ❤️🎸🙏🏻 #BrianWilson
With love, Richard ❤️🎸🙏🏻 #BrianWilson
June 11, 2025 at 7:21 PM
I'm heartbroken to hear of the passing of one of my heroes, Brian Wilson. Everything I can say here is a cliche but true: he raised the bar, he changed music, he helped make rock and roll high art. Rest in peace now, Brian. The session's over.
With love, Richard ❤️🎸🙏🏻 #BrianWilson
With love, Richard ❤️🎸🙏🏻 #BrianWilson
Warming up for my upcoming tour with @pylongurl.bsky.social and #PylonReenactmentSociety. Check out the tour dates in my feed and the Linktree in my bio. ❤️🎸⚡️
📸 Photo by Rob Norris
📸 Photo by Rob Norris
June 5, 2025 at 7:40 AM
Warming up for my upcoming tour with @pylongurl.bsky.social and #PylonReenactmentSociety. Check out the tour dates in my feed and the Linktree in my bio. ❤️🎸⚡️
📸 Photo by Rob Norris
📸 Photo by Rob Norris
I am thrilled and excited to hit the road with my dear friends #PylonReenactmentSociety this month! Check out the dates below, and I hope to see you at one of these shows! @pylongurl.bsky.social
June 3, 2025 at 9:14 AM
I am thrilled and excited to hit the road with my dear friends #PylonReenactmentSociety this month! Check out the dates below, and I hope to see you at one of these shows! @pylongurl.bsky.social
A big THANK YOU from #TheBongos to all who attended our 'Shroud of Touring' shows over the past three nights in Woodstock, Asbury Park, and NYC. It was a beautiful experience for us to see everyone and to play for you!
📸Photo by Abraham Spencer.
📸Photo by Abraham Spencer.
June 2, 2025 at 6:00 PM
A big THANK YOU from #TheBongos to all who attended our 'Shroud of Touring' shows over the past three nights in Woodstock, Asbury Park, and NYC. It was a beautiful experience for us to see everyone and to play for you!
📸Photo by Abraham Spencer.
📸Photo by Abraham Spencer.
FRIDAY NIGHT: Who loves ya, Bearsville? #TheBongos are excited to perform at the @BearsvilTheater, celebrating the release of our long-awaited live album. Special guests: the Steve Almaas Selection. Let’s make this a legendary night! ❤️🎸⚡️Tickets here: bearsvilletheater.com/event/the-bo....
May 30, 2025 at 1:32 AM
FRIDAY NIGHT: Who loves ya, Bearsville? #TheBongos are excited to perform at the @BearsvilTheater, celebrating the release of our long-awaited live album. Special guests: the Steve Almaas Selection. Let’s make this a legendary night! ❤️🎸⚡️Tickets here: bearsvilletheater.com/event/the-bo....