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The Cryers

Love, Joy, Peace and Purpose Through Music©

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Cryers RAWKIN' Lead
Guitarist Jeff Brown!

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Madman on the Skins
Cryer Drummer
Tommy Seesellberg!

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THE CRYERS have been performing since 1991, throughout the U.S.A. & Canada, as well as their home base of NJ/NY. The band's sound is based deep within the roots of Rock 'n Roll. It features a solid beat, captivating harmonies, and powerfully written songs. Along with their original material, the band performs with gutsy exuberance, tunes from the multifaceted roster of Rock 'n Roll, breathing new life into timeless classics as well as contemporary songs from the cutting edge. Sid Berstein, the man responsible for bringing the Beatles to America, calls this band “Magical!”

The band's unique “rootsy” sound originates from the songwriting talents of bassist/vocalist Joe Orlando and guitarist/vocalist Jeff Brown. They are dynamically supported by keyboardist/vocalist Belle Liao and drummer Tommy Seesellberg. Orlando’s powerful, soothing voice and melodic bass lines, influenced by the early days of Rock 'n Roll, are complimented nicely by Brown’s seasoned vocals and gritty guitar sound chiseled from the Rock 'n Roll bedrock of the 60’s and 70’s. Liao’s sweet harmonies and classically trained keys are the icing on top, and the hard rockin’ beat of Seesselberg, drives the sound home with one of the strongest two and fours in the business, honed from his days on the road performing with Rock Star Legends.

The Cryers have performed at premiere venues such as the The Rams Head in Annapolis, Maryland, The Cutting Room in New York, New York, Glen Allen Cultural Arts Center, Glen Allen, Virginia, Westside Concert Theater in Hamilton, Ontario, Buskirk-Chumley Theater, Bloomington, Indiana, Count Basie Theatre in Red Bank, New Jersey, Manasquan's Algonquin Arts Theatre, the Brookdale Performing Arts Center, as well as other numerous concert venues, casino’s and events around the continent.

In addition to their own performance schedule, The Cryers can be seen performing classic hits with headlining acts such as Denny Laine founder of The Moody Blues and original member of Wings, Terry Sylvester formerly of The Hollies and Ian Mitchell of The Bay City Rollers. The band has toured or performed with many notable musicians, including The Pete Best Band, Laurence Juber, world class fingerstylist and former Wings lead guitarist, Jefferson Starship, Peter and Gordon, Indie singer/songwriter Vienna Teng, Joey Molland of Badfinger, Eric Burdon and The Animals, Billy J. Kramer, Connie Francis, Gary Lewis and the Playboys, Mark Lindsay of Paul Revere and the Raiders, The Tokens, Bobby Lewis, The Platters, The Coasters, The Drifters and more.

In 2007, the band released the self-titled CD “The Cryers” to rave reviews, and are currently working on their sophomore effort, set to be released later this year. You can follow the band's current happening’s at (www.myspace.com/thecryersrockon).

Cryers Joe Orlando and Belle Liao also co-own the Monmouth Academy of Musical Arts (www.monmouthacademy.com). Not only is the Academy a place of musical education, it boasts a state-of-the-art recording studio and an intimate 80 seat Recital Hall where The Cryers host their signature "Living Room" concerts.

In keeping with the core philosophy of The Cryers, Love, Joy, Peace and Purpose Through Music©, a portion of the Band's proceeds goes straight back to the Academy. Giving back to our global community, by teaching and promoting the love of music.


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Member Since: 7/13/2007
Band Website: thecryers.com
Band Members:
Joe Orlando Vocals, Bass
Belle Liao Vocals, Keyboards
Jeff Brown Vocals, Guitars
Tommy Seesellberg Drums

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209.552.6556 [email protected]

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Winging solo ~ The Cryers Support Denny Laine in Vienna
By Timothy Tilghman
Legendary musician Denny Laine appeared at Jammin' Java in Vienna, Virginia, on Sunday, July 29, 2007. The Cryers, a quartet from New Jersey, joined Laine on stage as his backing band. It's rare to catch Denny Laine in an intimate setting, and his performance was not to be missed . . .

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Listen to the July 24th Live Broadcast Premiere of The Cryers new CD on the Reverend Greg's show on UMRK Radio. Click on the date in the UMRK PodOmatic Player below to listen to the broadcast.

The Cryers "You're Gonna Lose That Girl" Live on The Rev. Greg Show on UMRK Radio.

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Type of Label: Indie

My Blog

No Rest For The Delirious...

Sitting in the Control Room at The Monmouth Academy Recording Studios, listening to what we've done so far, I close my eyes and "see" the music. See how it feels. Feel where the beats hit and the groo...
Posted by The Cryers on Wed, 10 Sep 2008 11:01:00 PST

From The Heartland Cafe to The Cutting Room Edge . . .

"The Midwest Fans really knock us out. They leave the rest behind. . . .And East Coast Fans make us sing and shout, and Jersey's always on our my my my my my my mind!! Whooooa!!"Hello Everybody!!This ...
Posted by The Cryers on Sun, 13 Jul 2008 10:34:00 PST

News From The Homefront....

Dear Friends.... As you may already know, for the past few months, we have had the good fortune of having the wonderfully talented Grace Swedberg, provide the great graphics and promotional material f...
Posted by The Cryers on Tue, 24 Jun 2008 03:36:00 PST

My Day

Hey Boys and Girls..Hope this finds each and every one of you enjoying a moment with your families/ friends doing the normal wonderful things that make up our everyday lives.It's just after midnight a...
Posted by The Cryers on Sun, 22 Jun 2008 09:47:00 PST

Father’s Day

There are no words to really describe the ties that bind us. Family..blood..instincts...My Pops. Fidel Orlando was born in the early part of the 20th century. He is..a man...or what a man should be......
Posted by The Cryers on Sun, 15 Jun 2008 10:26:00 PST

Chinatown and New Shoes...California Dreamin Part 3

While we awaited the arrival of our fellow Cryers, Jeffy and Tommy, Belle and I decided that we would go to Chinatown in The City by the Bay to sample the Asian Cuisine. We got into our rented Chevy c...
Posted by The Cryers on Tue, 22 Apr 2008 12:18:00 PST

I Left My Lunch..In San Francisco...California Dreamin Part 2

The 2 little girls singing so sweetly woke me and I smiled at them. They looked to be about 4 and 7. Their young parents sat calmy in their seats telling the girls that the turbulence was just like a ...
Posted by The Cryers on Sun, 20 Apr 2008 09:30:00 PST

Fly Me To The Moon...California Dreamin..Part 1

I didn't know why I was staring at the computer screen..3:45am. My eyes were so out of focus from lack of sleep. But I couldnt sleep.The carry on was all packed...my bass was safely tucked in its trav...
Posted by The Cryers on Sat, 19 Apr 2008 07:46:00 PST

Soaring Into Purpose

I recently heard that phrase used and it left quite an impression on me."Soaring into purpose".  Hmmmmmm&.I gave it quite a bit of thought. Maybe too much. My hair started to smoke.The degree in which...
Posted by The Cryers on Fri, 14 Mar 2008 03:53:00 PST

Its 1 A.M....Do You Know Where Your Rock n Rollers are..??

Hey Night Owls... It's just around 1a.m...I'm just sittin' here..just sittin'..thinkin'...and as some are want to say.."I can smell the smoke from here.."It was a rough month this week..But..as usual ...
Posted by The Cryers on Fri, 07 Mar 2008 10:31:00 PST