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March 25th, 2025. A nice smallish fun swell at The Wall. The soundtrack is by Jack Shea.
You can hear more of his tunes on his Instagram account @iamjackshea.
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March 21st, 2025 the first day of Spring. But honestly? It felt way more like Winter than it did Spring. What's the old saying?
"March comes in like a lion but goes out like a lamb." Well, that maybe true in the upcoming last days of March, but on this first day
of Spring it sure didn't have the meek call of a lamb. Nope. If anything, it had the growl and howl of a lion. A roaring lion.
Anyway, I shot this whole video at The Wall. Literally sitting under the Wall. I can't remember the last time I did that.
The surfers that I know are: Ian Dreher, Mikel Evans, Dave Cropper, Max Fatello, and Richie Sambataro
The music is by my favorite new artist Stephen Wilson Jr. He is amazing.
Please visit his website and purchase some of his great original songs.
And be sure to check out his killer version of STAND BY ME.
It is by far the best version of that song I have ever heard. It will blow you away.
https://stephenwilsonjr.com
April 27th, 2025 The RUN is 13 out of 13 Weeks. |
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NEXT BLOG May 11th, 2025. https://www.wmur.com/article/nh-chronicle-the-healing-power-of-yoga-for-cancer-survivors/63786162
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COMING SOME TIME IN Late SPRING OF 2025 Most of you reading this Blog already know who Sam George is. But for those of you who do not. Sam is an Emmy Award-winning documentary filmmaker and former editor of SURFER Magazine and SURFING Magazine. He's also a dear friend that I have known since 1979. He along with Jeff Chamberlain are two of the most prolific writers of our lifestyle.
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WELCOME BACK SALTY PAWS. ANNOUNCING THE ANDY SHOW.
This is going to be one hell of a day. Andy Paley was a super talented individual who created so many wonderful songs for the movies, albums, TV cartoon shows (SPONGE BOB) and so much more. He was a personal friend of Cory and I, and I have known him since 1978. He passed away last November from cancer and left behind a widow and two twin sons. This concert is to help out his sons. I wish I could go. But it's just too tight for me scheduling wise right now. But I'm sure it's going to be a great time for all. But look at that line-up. Andy earned this celebration.
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I didn't know "Salty" personally, but I know the love of family only too well. He sounded like a great father and friend. And I also know a fun shaped surfboard when I see one too.
Enter to win a custom Team Salty surfboard, hand shaped by @peter.romo. $25 per ticket, only 100 being sold. Drawing will be held on May 2nd. All proceeds go to PanCan PurpleStride for Team Salty. Custom Team Salty 8" fun shape surfboard hand shaped and crafted by local Hampton surfer, Pete Romanowsky.
All In Loving Memory of Timothy G. Keefe
And so my friends, please take advantage of this weekly photo shop of the mastermind who planned 9-11 and resulted in the deaths of 3,000 innocent civilians by KSM (Khalid Sheik Mohammed). *Note to self -must pick up a case of iPhones at Home Depot this week. HAPPY EASTER April 20th, 2025
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Friday March 7th, 2025, was perhaps one of the windiest and coldest days of the winter so far. It was all I could do to keep my balance on
those slippery kelp faced rocks while shooting in that wind. It was in a word; BRUTAL. While the waves themselves were not that
consistent, there were a few moments. I apologize for some of the shaky camera work, but honestly?
It was one of the most difficult tasks of my 60 plus years of shooting the surf.
Anyway, Johnny "JIM" Meehan got a few good ones, and you can't go wrong with James Marshall Hendrix.
HAPPY SAINT PATRICKS DAY TO ALL MY IRISH FRIENDS.
Watch in 1080
The last day of February. So it wasn't very big or very hollow. The night before was slightly bigger, but the conditions were not ideal for shooting.
This last day at least had sun and offshore winds. It also had a tad too many riders. There were 15 people in the line-up at first light.
That's too congested for that size. It was mostly waist to chest high. There were the occasional bigger waves but you had to be patient and wait for them.
Music is by Stephen J. Wilson Jr and I think he's one of the most prolific singer/songwriter/guitarists on the planet today.
There's nobody like him. Go to his website and check out his music and videos.
SJW is the real deal. https://stephenwilsonjr.com
The day before Valentines Day. Thursday February 13th, 2025. Our first real overhead swell of 2025. It's been awhile since we saw waves of this size.
The whole film was shot here in New Hampshire. The songs WHY CAN'T YOU SAY LOVE b/w HIJACKER are by my old band The VINNY BAND.
I chose the music from our first single on EAT Records because I needed songs that had the word "Love" in the chorus. I wrote both of these songs
and sing lead on both. My brother Johnny plays lead guitar on both songs. David Robinson of the The CARS produced both songs.
This recording was the first of many that David and I worked together on. David ended up producing our LP on EAT Records. Olas De Sexo
WATCH IN 1080
I originally shot this in 2016. But the mood of this edit and the music is how I'm feeling today.
Watch in 1080
My friend Joe Carter made this video in 2010 during my CATCH A WAVE FOR MOLLY campaign. My late friend and fellow Marine Vietnam veteran George Masten
had stopped by to see me when Joe was here filming. George is also a Korean war vet. Joe's dad Manford Carter is a Marine Korean War veteran as well.
Joe told me after meeting George he reminded him of his father. I Love seeing George here. He was the best, and I miss him every single day.
He passed in 2016. Also in this video is my young puppy Patch. I mention that he has not made a single peep yet. Well, that all changed shortly after
this video was made. This is a true story about me skateboarding on the flight deck of an LPH off the coast of Vietnam during a Typhoon in 1970.
I got in a lot of trouble doing that. But, I'm a surfer, and that's all I'm going to say about that. Thank you Joe.
Watch in 1080.
CAN YOU SAY RALPH?
My young three year old Patch trying to say my name.
Our little granddaughter Avery was there during this episode.
Rest In Peace Patchy. I'm really going to miss you.
Day One of 2025. I fell into three individual surfers on this day that I did not see coming. The first surfer was Mikel Evans.
I had not seen Mikey
since the service for his mother Karen that we held on October 26th, 2024. Mikey wanted to surf The Wall and I told him, if he was going to
surf there, I would stay and shoot some stills and video. Now to be honest, Mikey was not the only one out there. He was joined by Mike Stanek
and a host of others. But I wanted to get some of his waves. I have been shooting Mikey
since he was a pre-grom. So I hung around and
shot his waves. After the Wall I went north and saw my own son Max surf for the first time since his surgery a year ago. That was unexpected.
He has been slipping out here and there without telling me the last month or so because he's still nowhere near a 100%.
He's been riding a longer board for obvious reasons. But it was great seeing him out there as both a father and a surf photographer.
The third person I happened to luck into this first day of 2025 was Tim Brown. Tim is a quadriplegic athlete who has been getting in
and out of the water on a specially designed surfboard for the last 5 years that I know of. I have shot pics of him before and his dad sent
me a wonderful shell horn as a token of his appreciation. Watching Tim surf on New Years Day was a visual treat for me. Tim is actually
able to turn his board using his elbows and leaning into his turns. I have been working with wounded war veterans in the surf
since 2008 so I am no stranger to what the human being can do when they put their mind to it. Tim was riding waves on his own
and making subtle little carves on the perfect waves at
The Rocks. In short he was stoked as any surfer I have ever known.
and he only ate it on one. But judging by the smile on his face, he was too stoked to give a shit about wiping out.
Hell, we all eat shit. Finally, I dedicated this first video of the year to the memory Karen Evans who passed away last October.
She is missed by all who knew and loved her. She was the best. Happy New Year my friends. Let's make it a good one.
Watch in 1080.
Saturday December 21st, 2024. The Winter Solstice. The surf was a solid head high, the wind was offshore,
and it was really cold. The best news of the day was local surf mom Kim Grondin came home after a
lengthy stay in the hospital. Our prayers were answered as she came home for Christmas.
I guess we could also call this a "Christmas Miracle." Welcome home Kim!
The music is me doing my version of The Little Drummer Boy ala Jimi Hendrix.
On December 23rd is the 41 st anniversary of me meeting my future wife Cory.
I played this song at a night club in Boston on December 23rd, 1983.
The rest as they say is History.
Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, Happy New Year, and most importantly PRAY FOR PEACE.
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Just a quick edit from the swell on BLACK FRIDAY November 29th, 2024. I dedicated the movie to my late friend Andy Paley.
In fact, the soundtrack is from The PALEY BROTHERS LP in 1978. Including a song that Andy Produced in 2018.
Andy was a super talented musician and producer. REST IN PEACE Andy, you made a difference in so many lives.
Watch in 1080.
Filmed here in New Hampshire during Hurricane Ernesto and the back to back Nor'easters.
Music is by KING'S X go to their website to buy their incredible vault of music and other cool merchandise.
kingsxrocks.com
WATCH in 1080
Karen Evans was a local icon. Wife of local legend Rick Evans and mother to Megan, Mat, and Mikel.
And grandmother to her two grandsons. Karen true Surf mom who was loved and respected by all who knew her.
This is a series of photos that were taken over the years.
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Hurricane Kirk was the first legit Hurricane to hit New England. We got 4 solid days of surf. With October 8th, 2024,
being the best of the four. NOAA had predicted an active hurricane season for the entire East Coast, but it has
been anything but. Still, the Gulf has seen its share of death and destruction. And while no surfer that I know, wants
to see that happen, we do want these massive storms to simply go out to sea and produce good waves for all of us.
The hurricane season ends in November, so we still have time. A few more like KIRK would be a nice way to end the season.
Just don't kill anyone or destroy their homes and businesses.
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The 16th annual HIT THE BEACH August 23rd, 2024. With the Wounded Warrior Project, Manchester VA,
New England Disabled Spots, 110 Fitness, and sponsored by The American Legion Post 35,
Cinnamon Rainbows with Dave Cropper, Summer Sessions with Ryan and Tyler McGill, Zapstix with
Mike "Zappy" Paugh, Sheila & Bobby Nudd, Tony and Shelly Beraradini, Fresh Valley Foods with Joe Gangi,
NH Parks & Recreation, Hampton Beach Lifeguards, Hampton Fire Department with the large Garrison flag,
Hampton Police Department, Hampton Police Association, American Flatbread, Back To Health, and
our Beach Captains Lenny Nichols, Kevin Grondin, and Tony Berardini.
And the BIGGEST Thanks to the Volunteers.
Thanks to all the photographers and videographers too.
Music is by SEMPER FI
Watch in 1080.
15 YEARS SURFING WITH SMILES August 6th, 2024
from SURF FREE OR DIE on Vimeo.
Music is by Jack Shea.
WATCH in 1080
WATER BROTHER is a feature documentary following East Coast legend Sid Abbruzzi
as he faces the imminent closure of his iconic surf and skate shop in Newport, Rhode Island.
Reflecting on his lifetime dedicated to core culture, the film captures Sid's passion and commitment to
preserving the history. Featuring archival footage, elegant cinematography and personal interviews with
culture giants like Tony Hawk, Shepard Fairey, Selema Masekela and more, this film takes viewers
on a journey through the evolution of surfing and skating.
As Sid approaches 73, WATER BROTHER highlights the impact of the shop's demolition
on the community and serves as a heartfelt tribute to the enduring spirit of surf culture.
SEE THE FULL FEATURE on September 6th, 2024
at The Music Hall in Portsmouth, NH
Sid himself will be there
SURFING WITH SMILES 6-20-24 from SURF FREE OR DIE on Vimeo.
The first SWS of the summer of 2024. And it was a memorable one. We had to deal with the firstever threat of thunder and lightning. But thanks to the Hampton Lifeguards and the volunteers, the
first sign of thunder and lightning we had the beach cleared in record time.
In fact, we never even got a single drop of rain. But we will always err on the side of caution.
Always. Our main priority is the safety of the kids, volunteers, and family members.
Hey we got almost an hour's worth of fun before we pulled the plug.
Besides, we have two scheduled. One in July and one in August.
See you all in July!
WATCH in 1080
SALSTURDAY from SURF FREE OR DIE on Vimeo.
April 13th, 2024. The back to back NOR'EASTERS gave us another great day of waves.This was shot at the beach breaks. I used my man Jimi for the soundtrack.
WATCH IN 1080.
THE ECLIPSE SWELL 4-8-24 from SURF FREE OR DIE on Vimeo.
April 8th, 2024. The Total Eclipse Day. I shot two of my longtime friends, Johnny JIM Meehanor as I have called him the last three years, Johnny Chisel. I love shooting Johnny. But on this
day he was surfing with his longtime friend Peter Stokes. Johnny is 64 and Peter is 74. I did sort
of a running dialogue on the two of them. It was all in good fun. Be sure to watch after the credits.
WATCH IN 1080.
SPRINGEASTER from SURF FREE OR DIE on Vimeo.
Another ass kicking Nor'easter that hit Northern New England on April 4th & 5th, 2024.This Spring is more like a winter than our actual winter. The surfers are the usual suspects.
The music is by The NOR'EASTERS. And the song is called INTENSIFY
10MARCH24 from SURF FREE OR DIE on Vimeo.
This is from last Sunday March 10th, 2024. Another big storm. Another high tide. Another flood.Music is by my old band VINNY and Jesse Joseph @ Qwill Music. And some Native American Drum Beats.
WATCH IN 1080.
The JANUARY SWELLS of 2024 from SURF FREE OR DIE on Vimeo.
This video has four distinct swells beginning with January 8th, 2024. That was the day after the snow storm.Then we had those massive Sou'easters. The first one hit on January 10th, 2024. That one gave us two days of waves.
January 10th & 11th, 2024. Although there were ridable waves on January 14th ( the day after the second Sou'easter)
I did not shoot that day. It just didn't clean up enough for me to warrant shooting. But these three days
had some really fun surf. Then at the end of the month we got another really good swell on January 29th
and there were good waves on the 31st. And the local boys made the best of it. MVF got in his last surf
before his ACL surgery on February 1st, 2024. GODSPEED Mackey. You'll be back before you know it.
The music is by JMH, SRV, and RT.
BACK TO BACK from SURF FREE OR DIE on Vimeo.
On January 10th & 13th, 2024 we got hit with two back to back SOU'EASTERS. Suffice it to say there
was significant damage to the NH Seacoast. I'm currently working on the actual surf video. Meanwhile,
enjoy this rare storm surf video. WATCH IN 1080.
THE CHRISTMAS MIRACLE SWELL December 19th & 20th, 2023
from SURF FREE OR DIE on Vimeo.
Seriously? I did not see this coming, or rather, I did not see it the way others like SURFLINE saw it.
I mean the day before December 18th, 2023 in New Jersey was the BIGGEST surf ever recorded in Jersey.
Hell even Florida had some big surf. I mean it was going off down south. but even with that, I was not expecting the size we got.
That was a complete surprise. There's a few waves in this edit that might rival the biggest surf I've ever documented up here in NH.
There's one wave that Lars Hamilton gets that will rival any other wave ever shot up here.
But I'm not going to be the judge of that. You can form your own opinions. But the naked eye does not lie.
There's no Photoshop or AI bullshit in this edit. It's all real. Put it this way, it's as big as the Hurricane LEE footage
I shot in September, and it might be a little bigger. But again you tell me. This edit is dedicated to the TRUE Christmas Miracle of 2023.
Abby Jowett came home for Christmas. And that my friends is the best news of all. HAPPY HOLIDAYS!
Music is by myself, Barrence Whitfield, Gary Hoey, and Mike Zito.
A DECEMBER SUNSET 12-11-23 from SURF FREE OR DIE on Vimeo.
The Another one session edit. I shot this on the afternoon of December 11th, 2023. I shot stills earlier in the day,but it was overcast and the winds were howling pretty hard offshore, so I passed on shooting video.
But later in the day the sun popped out, and although the swell dropped, I had recently purchased a new video camera,
and was waiting for the right time, a decent swell, and the perfect light to shoot. Well, that all came together
on Monday afternoon, December 11th, 2023. Crowley, Ian, and Beckley were out, so I figured what the hell,
I may as well get some practice with the new camera. I mean I had the talent, the swell, and the lighting.
Anyway, it's short, only 6 minutes long. I think you can handle it. Oh yeah, watch in 1080. Hope you all have a
nice Holiday season. Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, Happy Kwanza, and Happy New Year.
But the one greeting the whole world needs today is this: PEACE ON EARTH.
Please, let there be Peace On Earth.
WATCH IN 1080
NOVEMBER 27th TWENTY TWENTY THREE from
SURF FREE OR DIE on Vimeo.
The sandbars were compacted and in the right places. The tides were perfect and the winds
were favorable. And most importantly? The crew was amped. Music is by Mourning Widows.
WATCH IN 1080
THANKSGIVING 2023 from SURF FREE OR DIE on Vimeo.
The week of Thanksgiving was one for the ages. Sunday November 19th, 2023 was one of the best days of the year.
All the points were firing as were the beach breaks. And then on Thanksgiving morning, the day broke with a fresh
new swell. While it was nowhere as good as the 19th, it was certainly nothing to sneeze at. Again, all the points
and all the beaches were working. Like I said it was a Great week.
The music is by my nephew Jesse Joseph (qwillmusic.com) and as always it fits perfectly.
And once again this video features all local surfers surfing local waves.
I hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving. I know that I am personally thankful for EVERYTHING.
I mean it. I am thankful for everyone in my life. From my family to my friends. From the ocean
to the woods. I love and I am so grateful and thankful to have them all in my life.
This movie is only 13 minutes long. I hope you enjoy it.
HAPPY THANKSGIVING and HAPPY HOLIDAYS!
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THE SUMMERCANES OF 2023 FULL MOVIE from
SURF FREE OR DIE on Vimeo.
Featuring swells from: Franklin, Idalia, Lee, Nigel and Philippe. All local surfers surfing local waves.
Music is by The NOR'EASTERS. I dedicated this movie to the late LENNY DUNN.
LONG LIVE LENNY!
WATCH IN 1080
AVA IDALIA from SURF FREE OR DIE on Vimeo.
About this particular video. I shot this footage at sunrise yesterday morning (September 5th, 2023). It was breathtakingly beautiful out there.
I had to leave early to attend a funeral for some dear friends of ours. At the funeral service, I heard this incredible tenor (Brian Landry)
sing this song "AVA MARIA," and thought, this would make a good soundtrack to this footage. I spoke with him after the funeral
and he told me he just recorded this song last week. And then he told me his dad was a Marine in Vietnam. Whoa. It was like it was meant to be.
The waves were from Hurricane Idalia and this song just seemed to fit. Maybe I'm wrong, but it just seemed to fit the mood of the day.
So I dedicate this video to Tom Grondin. Rest In Peace Tom. And say hello to Frank from all of us.
SURFING WITH SMILES 6-20-23 from SURF FREE OR DIE on Vimeo.
The First SWS of the 2023 Summer!TUESDAY JUNE 20th, 2023
12th St NORTH BEACH
The first SURFING WITH SMILES of the summer of 2023. It was a great turnout.
Thank you to all the volunteers and all the many participants/surfers.
Judging by all the smiles and laughter, I'd say everyone had fun.
See you all in July 2023!
SURFING HEALS ALL WOUNDS
GIRLS ON CURLS from SURF FREE OR DIE on Vimeo.
Four High School students from Derryfield HS in Manchester, NH chose surfing as their senior project. They asked me to be their mentor,
and I accepted that challenge. The girls are Alyssa Shula, Elena Moore, Christine Nadeau, and Ava Young. In just 7 short one hour sessions
in cold New England waters, I along with the help of Erica Nardone, Kevin Grondin, and with the huge support from Dave Cropper and
Cinnamon Rainbows we turned these four inlanders into surfers. By the time we were done with them, they could all paddle out, sit on their boards,
spin around and catch the "right" wave and angle and parallel along the the face of the waves.
And the most important thing? They all had fun. And it seems like they all want to continue to surf going forward.
Just please don't drop in on me if I'm out surfing.
I want to thank CINNAMON RAINBOWS and Kevin Grondin and Erica Nardone for their help.
The music in this video is by Jesse Joseph and you can hear and purchase his music on his website
qwillmusic.com
SURFING HEALS ALL WOUNDS
Ode to Joe
Joe Somogyi was a local Hampton Surfer who died from exposure to Agent Orange in 1978 while serving
in Vietnam from 1969 to 1970. I wrote this song about him and put some of the old super 8mm footage
that I shot of him back in the early to late 70's. The music is performed by The NOR'EASTERS.
Remember the Fallen this Memorial Day.
JT 1979-1989 RE-EDIT from SURF FREE OR DIE on Vimeo.
This was first posted 9 years ago when JT passed away on July 6th, 2014.
The footage Kind of grainy and out of focus, but you can clearly see how good
of a surfer JT was. Powerful and stylish. We all miss you brother. I hope you're surfing
and sailing in some heaven like perfection. You were a good man and friend.
MAY DAY 5-1-23 from SURF FREE OR DIE on Vimeo.
MAY DAY MAY DAY. Monday May 1st, 2023 Well we got hit with a double barrel low that produced enough rain tomake it an official "April Showers Bring May Flowers" criteria. I don't even know what that means. I do know that the
last day of April was a bona fide soaker. And May 1st broke with some of the loudest waves I've ever
heard in the 60 years I've been surfing. I mean it was roaring loud. Maybe because of the South Winds? I'm not sure.
I just know that it was loud and it was big. And those who had no work or school were on hand to sample
this Spring Sou'easter. Music is by the Adobe library. I took all the stills too.
Check it out. It's only 7 minutes long. Watch in 1080
EL MUCHO MARCHO from SURF FREE OR DIE on Vimeo.
The entire month of March here in Northern New England.
Many surfers, many songs. It's long, 45 minutes.
But worth every second. Just hit play.
BEST OF WINTER 2022-2023.mp4 from SURF FREE OR DIE on Vimeo.
From December 21st, 2022 to March 20th, 2023 all the swells that mattered.Filmed here in Northern New England. Starring the usual suspects and a few others.
The music is by Jesse Joseph and you can find his songs and records here qwillmusic.com
MUCHO MARCHO Trailer.mp4 from SURF FREE OR DIE on Vimeo.
This is the trailer for the MUCHO MARCHO edit. March 1st, 5th, 10th, 14th, and 15th, 2023.Filmed right here in sunny NNE (Northern New England) the full edit will be done next week .
NH CHRONICLE WMUR Channel 9 March 6th, 2023
from SURF FREE OR DIE on Vimeo.
came to Hampton, NH to tape a segment on me and my Blog and believe it
or not there was actual surf. Max Fatello and Kody Grondin provided
the live real time surfing. Next year my Blog will be 20 years old, I plan on
doing one of three things. 1. Keep going every week (highly unlikely).
2. Go monthly (most likely) . 3. Quit and walk away from it all. (possible).
This is a fun short 7 minute clip that the Chronicle boys did.
Thank you!
VALENTINES DAY CHRONICLE 2-14-23.mp4
from SURF FREE OR DIE on Vimeo.
On Valentines Day February 14th, 2023 Sean Mcdonald and Paul Falco from WMUR Channel 9 NH Chronicle
came to Hampton, NH to tape a segment on me and my Blog. Luckily, there was surf, and a couple of locals
who happened to show up at the Wall to provide some local color, as well as scoring a few waves.
The segment is going to run on Monday, March 6th, 2023 at 7:00PM on Channel 9.
This is just what I shot that day. I believe Paul was shooting me, as I shot the boys out in the water.
Thank you Sean and Paul, and thank you Kody and Mackey. That was fun.
Music is by Ralph Fatello with Johnny Fatello playing lead guitar the title: A MAN IN LOVE.
Yes it’s about Cory. Come on, it was Valentines Day.
David Robinson produced this song and played the Linn Drum on the track.
ONE DAY IN FEBRUARY.mp4 from SURF FREE OR DIE on Vimeo.
The One day swell from last week. February 8th, 2023. I shot at three different breaks.Music is by Jesse Joseph. Visit his website and buy his music at qwillmusic.com
-8 BELOW from SURF FREE OR DIE on Vimeo.
I shot this all on my iPhone on Saturday morning February 4th, 2023.
If you like sea smoke and Mini Frozen waves watch it. It's only 5 minutes long.
Thank you Brian Nevins for the "Hot Tips"
OLAS DE ROCA SALSA.mp4 from SURF FREE OR DIE on Vimeo.
The two day swell from last week. January 26th & 27th, 2023. Music is by Jesse Joseph
Buy his music at qwillmusic.com
THREE DAYS IN JANUARY 2023.mp4
from SURF FREE OR DIE on Vimeo.
I shot this in the exact sequence as it happened. January 15th, 16th, and 17th, 2023.
And the surfers are the usual suspects.
Kody Grondin, Matt Colby, Jesse Gould, Max Fatello,
Mike Stanek, Lars Hamilton, Brian Avantes, Kevin Grondin, Dave Cropper, Crowley Gentile,
Cam MacLeod, and a few others that I could not ID.
Music is by Jeff Beck and David Crosby.
REST IN PEACE Jeff Beck and David Crosby.
Happy Birthday Kim Grondin and Kody Grondin.
And welcome back to the line-up Dave "CROP" Cropper.
THERE MUST BE SOME KIND OF WAY OUT OF HERE.mp4
from SURF FREE OR DIE on Vimeo.
Max Fatello, Brian Johnson, Johnny Reynolds, Eric Palmer, and Kevin Grondin are the surfers.
The music is me doodling on my Stratocaster and singing ALL ALONG THE WATCHTOWER.
My good friend Tony Berardini always liked this version. Honestly? The recording is pretty low budge sounding,
and it's as raw as it gets. But, it's real, and it's all me. THERE MUST BE SOME KIND OF WAY OUTTA HERE.
A NEW BORN SWELL TO SEA from SURF FREE OR DIE on Vimeo.
If you have a few minutes to spare (actually 7 minutes exactly) I shot this on Friday December 23rd
and Saturday December 24th, 2022. It was breathtakingly beautiful. The music is me playing guitar and singing
The LITTLE DRUMMER BOY ala Jimi Hendrix. I met my future wife Cory at the show where I first played this song.
December 23rd, 1983 at a club called SPIT on Lansdowne St in Boston, MA.
MOLLY Ralph Interview from SURF FREE OR DIE on Vimeo.
The MOLLY interview with Ryan Scura and Dylan Ladds. Hard to believe this was 12 years ago.The "PHOTO story is featured here. If you don't know what the "Photo" story is all about,
this 6 minute video is worth watching for that alone. LONG LIVE MOLLY ROWLEE!
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