DADDY ROCKER & Brooklyn South Band Headline Concert to Benefit Autism Speaks Tonight, May 5

Recording artist Tom Moran aka Daddy Rocker presents a special concert to benefit Autism Speaks tonight, May 5th, 2012. Daddy Rocker & the Brooklyn South Band will headline the concert which will also feature performances by The Meyer Rossabi Band and Off The Record. The benefit will take place at the Tamaqua Marina, 84 Ebony Ct., Brooklyn, New York. Admission is a $20.00 donation, $10.00 for children under 12 years of age. Tickets can be purchased in advance at www.DaddyRocker.com, and can also be purchased at the Tamaqua Marina at showtime.

"We are holding this concert to raise money for Autism Speaks. How often does my world center on my problems and I forget to help others in need. I'm in a great position as a performer with an inspirational message to give back to those in need. Our focus today is to be of service to others and to put on an amazing show. I want to thank the other bands for participating in this special event. " - Tom Moran/Daddy Rocker

Autism Speaks was founded in February 2005 by Bob and Suzanne Wright, grandparents of a child with autism. Their longtime friend Bernie Marcus donated $25 million to help financially launch the organization. Since then, Autism Speaks has grown into the nation's largest autism science and advocacy organization, dedicated to funding research into the causes, prevention, treatments and a cure for autism; increasing awareness of autism spectrum disorders; and advocating for the needs of individuals with autism and their families. We are proud of what we've been able to accomplish and look forward to continued successes in the years ahead. http://www.autismspeaks.org/

Tom Moran was born and raised in Canarsie, Brooklyn. His debut album, Starting Over, was a tribute to the power of sobriety and second chances. Songs such as, "I Would Drink," "Starting Over," and "Into The Sun," reflect on Tom's life experiences. His latest album Ain't Gonna Give Up marks a new direction for Tom and his career as a country/rock recording artist. Inpired by Bob Dylan, John Mellencamp and Bruce Springsteen, Tom is on a mission to forge his own unique style of country and rock 'n' roll music. Tom is a recovering alchoholic, who at one point in his life was ready to give up on life and love.

Born to an alcoholic father, Tom took to drinking at an early age. This initial casual drinking would turn into an all out addiction that consumed his life. Determined not to go down the same road as his father did, Tom sought help through a recovery program. Tom Moran a.k.a. Daddy Rocker has been clean and sober now for over 21 years and he has a Master's Degree from Brooklyn College. He is also a Public School Teacher for over 14 years. Tom's inspirations are his mom, his son Jonathan and his father-in-law Dr. John who was recently inducted into the Rock 'n' Roll Hall of Fame. Tom's life experiences and recovery from addiction have given him the ability to create music that is deeply personal with a universal appeal.

Meyer Rossabi is a singer, composer, Blues and Jazz guitar player from New York City. Meyer is dedicated to keeping the legacy of the blues alive. He started playing the NYC blues circuit in the mid-90's, playing at renowned venues such as Manny's Car Wash and the Lone Star Cafe. Influenced and inspired by artists such as Eric Clapton, Jeff Healy, George Benson, Wes Montgomery, Johnny Winter, Les Paul, and Stevie Ray Vaughn, Rossabi takes the music of his predecessors and and brings it to a new level. Meyer co-wrote the song "Don't Blame Me" featuring vocals by Joan Jett. Meyer wrote the opening song and additional music for the movie "Brooklyn Boys." His debut album, Blues Is The Color, has received great reviews from music press and has been played on FM radio stations across the USA. Myer and his band will be opening for Southside Johnny at BBKings Blues Club in NYC on June 1st. http://www.meyerrossabi.com
Off The Record is a brooklyn based cover band featuring Al Nicoletti (guitar), Richard Gomez (bass), Renzo Ventrella (vocals), Jimmy Donovan (drums), and Rene Mathews (vocals). The group is renowned for thier crowd pleasing live shows and the ability to plays all types of music and genres.  http://www.facebook.com/WeAreOffTheRecord

The music line-up includes: Meyer Rossabi Band: 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm; Off The Record:7:45 pm to 8:45 pm; Daddy Rocker & The Brooklyn South Band: 9pm to 10pm.

Tickets are $20.00 adults and $10.00 children under 12. They can be purchased at www.daddyrocker.com. Please contact John at tdrna@verizon.net for group rates.