In The Pocket

ALBUM REVIEW: In the Pocket dives into Philly music scene

dallyn — Fri, 24 May 2013 14:16:30 +0000

Philadelphia’s music scene has accounted for some of the most influential and memorable moments in the entire popular music vernacular. Philly is where rock ‘n’ roll took its baby steps with American Bandstand in the 1950s, felt the smooth soul power of Gambale and Huff’s “The Sound of Philadelphia” in the 1970s, and rocked the MTV-soaked 1980s with The Hooters – just a smattering of Philly’s contributions to the national spotlight. Drummer David Uosikkinen of The Hooters has assembled some of that city’s best musicians for his “In the Pocket” project, a living, breathing celebration of Philly’s esteemed musical past.

In the Pocket, with new live CD, plays 23 East

dallyn — Thu, 16 May 2013 21:16:31 +0000

Rob Hyman of the Hooters has a lot of good things to say about his band mate in the Hooters — namely, the drummer David Uosikkinen. “I’m so happy for David. It was launched at my studio — sort of a home base. It’s his take on Philly influences and he’s the drummer; now he’s stepped out as a band leader. It’s a labor of love and some of the money goes to Settlement Music School.”

FMQB: Quick Hits

dallyn — Fri, 03 May 2013 20:50:50 +0000

Fans of Philadelphia's The Hooters take note, drummer David Uosikkinen and his band, In The Pocket are set to release their new CD, David Uosikkinen's In The Pocket Live. Recorded at the Colonial Theatre just outside of Philly in January of 2013, Live features 11 live tracks and three bonus tracks. The ambitious and always musically tasty In The Pocket project, brings together all-star Philly musicians to cover classic Philadelphia tunes such as "Open My Eyes (The Nazz), "Change Reaction" (Robert Hazard), "Disco Inferno" (The Trammps) and "You Can't Sit Down" (The Dovells). David Uosikkinen's In The Pocket Live CD is available for purchase atsongsinthepocket.org now. A portion of the proceeds benefit Philadelphia's Settlement Music School. With six branches in PA and NJ, it is the largest community school of the arts in the United States serving 15,000 students each year regardless of age, race, or financial means.

Hooters drummer looks back at band’s Bucks County roots

dallyn — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 15:16:15 +0000

The band is marking the 33rd (and a third) anniversary of its first show in Levittown with a hometown gig in Philly. Drummer David Uosikkinen reflects on the eventful early days. View video interview here.

You Can’t Sit Down

dallyn — Mon, 11 Mar 2013 14:02:38 +0000

It's one thing to undertake a cover song project that's centered on a particular artist. Here's one that takes on the classic signature songs of the city of Philadelphia, as performed by a rotating core group of pedigreed Philly musicians with some local legends as guest stars...

VIDEO: Keepin’ It Real Local

dallyn — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 15:45:37 +0000

David Uosikkinen talks about the playing music festivals with The Who, Santana and The Clash! See the video!

Rock out

dallyn — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 15:39:24 +0000

Hooters drummer David Uosikkinen is recovering from hip replacement surgery. Uosikkinen's doing fine and will be back behind the skins in eight weeks or so. Need a Uosikkinen fix? Check out his "In The Pocket" at songsinthepocket.org.

The Hooters’ David Uosikkinen Brings ‘In The Pocket’ to The Colonial Theatre

dallyn — Thu, 10 Jan 2013 14:31:44 +0000

Drummer David Uosikkinen is no stranger to the Philly music scene. As a founding member of “The Hooters,” Uosikkinen has enjoyed a storied career and played at some of rock’s legendary concerts, including “Live Aid” (1985), “Amnesty International” at Giants Stadium (1986) and “The Berlin Wall” (1990). Read the full story...

In the Pocket featuring The Hooters’ David Uosikkinen

dallyn — Wed, 09 Jan 2013 18:42:19 +0000

Friday, Jan 11, 2013 8:00p

The Colonial Theater Phoenixville, PA

Who better to curate a selection of the essential songs of Philadelphia than the man who brought national attention to the city's music scene? Dave Uosikkinen of the immortal (in Philly, anyway) Hooters leads the night with some help from In the Pocket and a revolving lineup of famed Philly musicians to play a host of Philly-specific tracks. What's more, some proceeds will go to benefit the Settlement Music School. Groovy!

David Uosikkinen Is In The Pocket

dallyn — Wed, 09 Jan 2013 15:30:07 +0000

Drummer for The Hooters and now Philly supergroup In The Pocket, Dave Uosikkinen joined us this morning to talk about his new project to preserve and pay tribute to the legendary music of Philadelphia. Hear all about it and go support it, when they play the Colonial Theater on Friday night. Check it out! Click the link to hear the interview...