Hard-rock band, Fallon, heads to the Caribbean to jam out for troops
July 2 , 2007 download
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Palm Bay, Florida-based rock band, Fallon, is set to tour the Caribbean to entertain troops stationed in Cuba and Hondudras July 24 – August 24. This will be the band’s third tour with Armed Forces Entertainment.
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Palm Bay, Florida-based rock band, Fallon, is set to tour the Caribbean with Armed Forces Entertainment to entertain troops stationed in Cuba and Hondudras July 24 – August 24.
“This is a great way for us to do our part for our country, and I can’t think of anyone more deserving to play for,” said guitarist and tour manager, Mark Graeff. “Our proudest moment has been our trip to Iraq during wartime—that experience will be with me forever. We are so grateful for the opportunity to support the true heroes of our country.”
Originating as PRC-77, this rock group gained a loyal following, playing the central Florida club circuit. PRC-77 toured with Armed Forces Entertainment in 2004 to Southwest Asia. Several members of this former lineup have performed with such well-known rock acts as Bad Company, Seven Mary Three and Silvertide. Now as Fallon, the current band members’ diversity and wide-ranged, extensive experience set them apart from other rockers. In 2006, the band toured again with Armed Forces Entertainment to the Pacific Rim. Greatly influenced by the experience of performing for troops stationed in remote locations, Fallon is dedicated to continuing to support the troops.
“Playing for the troops is something I greatly value and would love to do it as long as I physically can,” said Graeff.
Fallon’s lead vocalist, Jezzy McCabb, has appeared on NBC’s Good Morning America and the band (under former moniker PRC-77) has been featured in several national publications, such as Maxim and Billboard magazines. Fallon is currently working on their debut, self-titled album.
“Fallon really knows how to get the troops pumped; the servicemen and women get into the music and just really let their hair down,” said Frank Tagatac, Armed Forces Entertainment regional coordinator for the Pacific circuit. “You can really appreciate the passion that Fallon has for performing for military people—the energy shines through in their performances.”
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Armed Forces Entertainment is the lead Department of Defense agency for providing entertainment to U.S. military personnel serving overseas, with priority given to those in contingency operations and at remote and isolated locations. The Department of the Air Force is the executive agent of Armed Forces Entertainment. Founded in 1951, Armed Forces Entertainment brings a touch of home to more than 500,000 troops annually, embracing the best of Americana that stretches across all genres of entertainment. Visit www.armedforcesentertainment.com for more information.
To learn more about Fallon visit www.myspace.com/fallonmusic.
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