bill popp and the tapes past shows

2022

bill popp and the tapes

wed may 18, 2022 6pm

central park bandshell, nyc

See you there!

Bill Popp solo tuesday May 17, 2022 9pm The Hard swallow

140 1st Ave., New York, NY 10009

bill popp and the tapes saturday may 7, 2022 9pm irish whiskey bar

2848 30th St Astoria, NYC

bill popp solo fri apr 22, 2022 7-9pm shillelagh Tavern

47-20 30th Ave Astoria, NYC

Bill popp solo

Wed apr 20

david peel 420 tribute

bowery electric

327 Bowery, NYC

bill popp and the tapes mon apr 11, 2022 bowery electric map room

We've posted 10 videos from this show on YouTube

bill popp and the tapes the end zone Saturday, April 2, 2022 9 - 11 pm

14944 14th Ave, Queens. NY

BILL POPP AND THE TAPES

presents

THE 36TH ANNUAL

DADDY TAPES BENEFIT

SUNDAY MAR 13, 2022

6:30PM

reel celtic
Traditional Irish music trio from the heart of Brooklyn
Anne sang backing vocals for Ronnie Spector & Joey Ramone, and Wilson Pickett...also a former member of Bill Popp and the TapesDiscography
jOff WilsOn, Sarafe, Laura Sativa and the occasional special guest or two play sweet and sultry songs about this crazy thing called life.
A unique sound that ranges from ABBA to Zappa plus TV and Movie themes from the 60’s
Thick Necked Rock - a band made up of hard working hard living guys -- what rock n' roll musicians should be.Thick Necked Rock - a band made up of hard working hard living guys -- what rock n' roll musicians should be.
don blackcat and friends
A New York City Rock and Roll outfit that stays true to it’s roots ... Original Love songs full of Noise, Regrets, Piss , Vinegar and Sweet Candy all with a Big Beat!The lineup includes Dennis Doyle, Mitchell Zerring, Mick Oakleaf along with Karen Fleisch, Seaton Hancock and Mac Gollehon...
Don Sztabnik is a fixture of the NYC music sceneHe's featured in this NYTimes article
bill popp and the tapes
Your hosts for the evening
the record players NYC
Playing the music from the dawn of rock and roll to the beginnings of psychedelia -- and (almost) everything in between.
The Record Players are: Roberta Lee (vocals, rhythm guitar,) *Gerry Barnas (lead guitar, vocals)*Roger Foster (drums, vocals) Syd Steinhardt (bass guitar)
*members of Bill Popp and The Tapes
Bill Popp and The TapesShrine World Music Venue, NYC Sat Feb 26, 2022

BILL POPP AND THE TAPES

EP RELEASE PARTY

MONDAY FEB 21, 2022 7-10 PM
2848 31st StAstoria, QueensRefreshments, free CDs and download cards were provided
Following us on the bill were the local Astoria band, Finn and his Rustkickers

finn and his rustkickers

An earth-shaking rock/punk/skronk/country/ska/noise band featuring members of Erratic Sculpture, pigEARTH and The Skels.
Bill Popp Solo Friday Feb 4 2022 Shillelagh Tavern, Astoria, Queens

2021

Bill Popp and The TapesSat Jan 22 2022 Irish Whiskey Bar, Astoria Wed Dec 15 2021 Bowery Electric, The Map RoomSat Nov 27 2021 The Shrine World Music Venue, Harlem
Bill Popp SoloFri Nov 26 2021 Shillelagh Tavern, AstoriaThu Nov 4 2021 Irish Whiskey Bar, AstoriaTue Oct 26 2021 The Hard Swallow
Bill Popp and The TapesSun Oct 17 2021 ICONYC, Long Island City
Bill Popp SoloTue Sep 21 2021 The Hard Swallow
Bill Popp and The TapesFri Sep 10 2021 The Shrine World Music Venue, Harlem
Bill Popp SoloFri Sep 3 2021 Shillelagh Tavern, Astoria, Queens
Bill Popp and The TapesSat Aug 21 2021 The Parkside LoungeTue Aug 17 2021 Central Park Naumburg Bandshell
Bill Popp SoloThu Aug 12 2021 Irish Whiskey Bar, Astoria, Queens
Bill Popp and The TapesSat Jul 17 2021 Bohemian Hall and Beer Garden, Astoria Bill Popp SoloFri Jul 9 2021 Shillelagh Tavern, Astoria, QueensThu Jun 24 2021 Shillelagh Tavern, Astoria, QueensSat Jun 12 2021 The Blu Iguana, Sea Cliff, NYSat May 29 2021 Shillelagh Tavern, Astoria, QueensSat May 8 2021 Tavern at Lock 12, Whitehall, NYSat Apr 27 2021 Shillelagh Tavern, Astoria, QueensFri Apr 15 2021 David Peel Tribute, The Bowery Electric
Bill Popp and The TapesSat Mar 27 2021 Buckley’s, Valley Stream, NY

2020

The following shows were cancelled due to COVID-19 Bill Popp and The TapesTue Aug 18 2020 Central Park BandshellSat Aug 8 2020 Tompkins Square ParkSat Jul 25 2020 Tompkins Square ParkFri Jun 19 2020 Bowery ElectricWed May 29 2020 Central Park BandshellSat May 9 2020 Joe's Garage, Astoria, QueensSat May 2 2020 Cooper Square Third Avenue Festival Sat Apr 25 2020 Gussy's Bar, Astoria, Queens Bill Popp Solo Show Tue Apr 14 2020 The Hard Swallow Bill Popp and The TapesFri Apr 10 2020 The Shrine World Music Venue
Photo by Roberta Lee
Pre-COVID 2020 shows below

the 34th annual daddy tapes benefit for the american heart association parkside lounge sun mar 8, 2020

This was our last show before everything shut down due to the pandemic. Below are the artists that joined us that night.
Anne sang backing vocals for Ronnie Spector & Joey Ramone, and Wilson Pickett...also a former member of Bill Popp and the Tapes
traditional Irish music trio from the heart of Brooklyn
His sound has evolved from his once folk roots to his now broad electro-pop-rock sound, occasionally flirting with new wave and post punk.
Raw, ready & rockin'!! Straight ahead all original rock'n'roll with a hepped up twist by 3 of NYC's most beloved indie scene players. If Chuck Berry, The Ramones, Eddie Cochran and Little Richard get you movin' & groovin, then prepare to love this band.
An all-star band fronted by singer/songwriter/guitarist ALAN LEE which blends rootsy original tunes with tasty covers we call the "HONKY TONK CIRCUS"!!!


don black cat and friends
A New York City Rock and Roll outfit that stays true to it’s roots ... Original Love songs full of Noise, Regrets, Piss , Vinegar and Sweet Candy all with a Big Beat!The lineup includes Dennis Doyle, Mitchell Zerring, Mick Oakleaf along with Karen Fleisch, Seaton Hancock and Mac Gollehon...
Don Sztabnik is a fixture of the NYC music sceneHe's featured in this NYTimes article
Alan Merrill was the headliner that night on March 8, 2020. He died from COVID-19 on March 29th. He was the lead singer and songwriter of the first and original 1975 version of "I Love Rock N Roll" with his band, The Arrows. He headlined this show and headlined several of our benefits. It was an honor to know him and share the stage with him. We miss him.
Sat Feb 22 2020 Irish Whiskey Bar, Astoria, QueensSat Feb 15 2020 Otto's Shrunken HeadFri Jan 24 2020 The Mad Donkey, AstoriaFri Jan 17 2020 The Shrine World Music Venue

2019

Bill Popp Solo Shows, New Orleans, LA Sat Dec 28 2019 Checkpoint Charlies's Fri Dec 27 2019 Circle Bar Bill Popp and The Tapes Thu Dec 5 2019 Bowery ElectricSat Nov 16 2019 Irish Whiskey Bar, Astoria, QueensSun Oct 27 2019 Otto's Shrunken HeadFri Oct 18 2019, The Shrine World Music VenueSat Oct 19 2019 The Quay's Pub, Astoria, Queens Bill Popp Solo Shows in Europe Luxemboug Sat Oct 5 2019 The Violin Bar GermanyThu Oct 3 2019 Teufels Live Music, HamburgWed Oct 2 2019 Hard Rock Cafe, HamburgSun Sep 29 2019 The Blue Shell, CologneSun Sep 28 2019 Limes Musik Cafe, BonnSun Sep 27 2019 Quatier Latin Nettetal-Kaldenkirchen,Sun Sep 26 2019 Musik-Keller, Frankfurt Bill Popp and The TapesSun Sep 22 2019 Bohemian Hall Astoria, QueensFri Sep 13 2019 Tompkins Square Park Bill Popp Solo Show Thu Aug 22 2019 Joker's Lounge, Brooklyn
Bill Popp and The Tapes Tues Aug 20 2019 Central Park BandshellSat Aug 3 2019 Irish Whiskey Bar, Astoria, QueensSun Jul 14 2019 Poppenhusen Institute, College Point Bill Popp Solo ShowWed Jul 10 2019 Rockwood Music Hall Bill Popp and The Tapes Sun Jun 23 2019 Otto's Shrunken HeadSat Jun 15 2019 LP 'n Harmony, Brooklyn
Bill Popp Solo ShowThu June 6 2019 Joker's Lounge, Brooklyn Bill Popp and The TapesSat Jun 1 2019 Cooper Square Third Avenue FestivalSun May 26 2019 Williamsburgh Yacht Club, College PointWed May 22 2019 Central Park Bandshell
Bill Popp Solo ShowThu May 9 2019 The Let Love Inn, Astoria, Queens Bill Popp and The Tapes Thu May 2 2019 The Shrine World Music VenueSat Apr 13 2019 Irish Whiskey Bar, Astoria, Queens
Bill Popp Solo ShowTue Apr 2 2019 Bill Popp Solo Show, The Treehouse
Bill Popp and The Tapes Sat Mar 30 2019 The Village Green, Whitestone, QueensSun Mar 24 2019 Otto's Shrunken Head
Bill Popp Solo ShowSat Mar 23 2019 The Quays Pub, Astoria, Queens

The 33rd Annual Daddy Tapes Benefit

for the American Heart Association parkside lounge

Sun Mar 10, 2019

The festivities began at 6:30 pm, with the following acts:
traditional Irish music trio from the heart of Brooklyn
Mary Noecker, Leah Wells and Heidi Greene are the trio that forms Stillhouse Widows. Americana music with beautifully blended harmonies.
Anne sang backing vocals for Ronnie Spector & Joey Ramone, and Wilson Pickett...also a former member of Bill Popp and the Tapes
A dynamic New York rock group, fueled by a team that has written, recorded and performed together since 1969. Exciting music that is aided and abetted by great chemistry and relationships that have lasted years…
An upbeat blend of funk, modern rock and old school R&B. A sound that is fresh, familiar and inventive.
...is a New York City Rock and Roll outfit that stays true to it’s roots ... Original Love songs full of Noise, Regrets, Piss , Vinegar and Sweet Candy all with a Big Beat!The lineup includes Dennis Doyle, Mitchell Zerring, Mick Oakleaf along with Karen Fleisch, Seaton Hancock and Mac Gollehon...Don Sztabnik is a fixture of the NYC music sceneHe's featured in this NYTimes article
Bill has been hosting this benefit since 1981
He was the lead singer and songwriter of the first and original 1975 version of "I Love Rock N Roll" with his band, The Arrows.
Bill Popp and The Tapes Tue Feb 19 2019 The Bitter EndThu Feb 14 2019 Sidewalk Cafe (our last show before they closed)Sat Feb 9 2019 Joe's Garage, Astoria, QueensWed Jan 23 2019 The Shrine World Music VenueWed Jan 2 2019 LIC Bar, Long Island City, Queens

2018

Bill Popp Solo Shows in New Orleans, LASun Dec 30 2018 Circle BarThu Dec 27 2018 Neutral Ground Coffee Shop
Bill Popp and The Tapes Sun Dec 8 2018 Irish Whiskey Bar, Astoria, QueensSat Nov 10 2019 The Shrine World Music Venue

bill popp solo album cd release party

Parkside Lounge 317 E. Houston St in New York City Wed Oct 24, 2018, 6:30 PMhosted by Bill Popppresenting solo performances by the artists listed below photos from the event by Alan Rand
Blue Grass ArtistBassist in Bill Popp and the TapesandMoonshine Falls
The consummate live performer, lyricist, singer, guitarist, and harmonica player who brings a unique depth and drama to music, playing original blues/americana
Christian Apuzzo plays in multiple bluegrass/folk bands including Cole Quest and the City Pickers, The Idiot Brigade, and the Nick Horner Family to name a few. You can also find him almost every night of the week at a jam around NYC, drinking some whiskey. His dedication to the game is unparalleled.
Singer / Guitarist The Bowery Boys
Anne sang backing vocals for Ronnie Spector & Joey Ramone, and Wilson Pickett...also a former member of Bill Popp and the Tapes
Rew Starr is an actress and composer, known for Setesh, Get My Gun (2017) and NYC Dreams.
Guitarist for
the Patti Smith Group
Indie Rock / Anti-Folk band from NYC performing all original songs. Occasionally a belly dancer...

Alan Lee and the Whiskey Bumps
Bill Popp and The Tapes Shows Sat Oct 13 2018 Bohemian Hall, Astoria, QueensThu Oct 11 2018 Sidewalk Cafe (with The Record Players)
Bill Popp Solo Shows in Europe Hungary Sun Oct 7 2018 Ellato Kert Beer Garden Pub, Budapest GermanyWed Oct 3 2018 Hard Rock Cafe, HamburgTue Oct 2 2018 The BarRock, HamburgSun Sep 30 2018 The Blue Shell, ColgneSat Sep 29 2018 Limes Musik Cafe, BonnFri Sep 28 2018 Quatier Latin, Nettetal-KaldenkirchenThu Sep 27 2018 Fermac's Irish Pub & Restrnt Mannheim
Bill Popp and The Tapes Sat Sep 15 2018 Joe's Garage, Astoria, Queens (band)
Bill Popp Solo Shows in the Far East Japan Fri Aug 31 2018 Hammond Orgasm, Tokyo South KoreaFri Aug 24 2018 Woodstock Rock Bar, Iteawon, Soeul
Bill Popp Solo Show Sat Aug 11 2018 Irish Whiskey Bar, Astoria, Queens Bill Popp and The TapesSun Aug 5 2018 Otto's Shrunken HeadSat Jul 28 2018 Tomkins Square ParkFri Jun 28 2018 The Village Green Bar, Whitestone, QueensThu Jun 14 2018 Stuvesant Town Music on the OvalSat Jun 9 2018 Third Avenue FestivalSun May 27 2018 Williamsburgh Yacht Club, College Point, QueensSun May 13 2018 Otto's Shrunken HeadSat Apr 28 2018 Joe's Garage, Astoria, QueensFri Apr 6 2018 Sidewalk CafeSat Mar 24 2018 The Village Green Bar, Whitestone, Queens

the 32nd Annual Daddy Tapes Benefit for the american heart association

parkside lounge sun mar 11, 2018

Featuring performances from the artists listed below
traditional Irish music trio from the heart of Brooklyn
soulfully blends Americana genres to bring a unique perspective on music and the everyday, both past and present
Deni Bonet is a pop/rock singer/songwriter and classically trained violinist who has recorded and performed with R.E.M., Sarah McLachlan, Cyndi Lauper, Scissor Sisters, and Warren Zevon among many others.
Indie Rock / Anti-Folk band from NYC performing all original songs. Occasionally a belly dancer...
A unique sound that ranges from ABBA to Zappa plus TV and Movie themes from the 60’s
a band from NYC whose sound melodies and driving guitars, not unlike the 60’s meets 70’s punk, meets 90’s grunge, all in one
The Boston Phoenix tagged Bill, “the downtown Elton John”

Bill Popp and The Tapes Sat Feb 16 2018 The Village Green Bar, Whitestone, Queens,Sun Jan 28 2018 Otto's Shrunken Head Bill Popp Solo Show Sat Jan 27 2018 Irish Whiskey Bar, Astoria, Queens Bill Popp and The TapesSat Jan 13 2018 The Quays Pub, Astoria, QueensMon Jan 8 2018 Arlene's Grocery

2017

Bill Popp Solo Shows in ArizonaWed Dec 27 2017 The Rogue Bar, Scottsdale, AZTue Dec 26 2017 The Lost Leaf, Phoenix, AZ Bill Popp and The TapesFri Dec 8 2017 Sidewalk CafeSat Dec 2 2017 Joe's Garage, Astoria, Queens,Thu Nov 30 2017 Roger Foster and Gerry Barnas, Sidewalk Cafe Bill Popp Solo Show Sun Nov 18 2017 Tom Clark's Treehouse 2A Bill Popp and The Tapes Sun Nov 5 2017 Otto's Shrunken Head Bill Popp Solo ShowSat Oct 14 2017 Irish Whiskey Bar, Astoria, Queens
Bill Popp Solo Shows in GermanyThu Oct 5 2017 Arcanoa, BerlinWed Oct 4 2107 The BarRock, HamburgWed Oct 4 2017 Hard Rock Cafe, HamburgThu Oct 3 2017 Freundlich & Kompetent, HamburgSat Sep 30 2017 Limes Musik Cafe, BonnFri Sep 29 2017 Quatier Latin, Nettetal-KaldenkirchenMon Sep 25 & Thu Sep 28 2017 Harry Dine & Drink Music, Baden-WurtembergSun Sep 24 2017 The Blue Shell, Cologne Bill Popp and The Tapes Fri Sep 22 2017 Bowery ElectricSun Sep 10 2017 Bohemian Hall and Beer Garden, Astoria, QueensTue Aug 15 2017 Central Park BandshellSat Aug 5 2017 The Quays Pub, Astoria, QueensFri Jul 21 2017 Astoria Tavern, Astoria, QueensSun Jul 9 2017 Otto's Shrunken HeadSat Jun 10 2017 Cooper Square Committee Third Avenue Festival
Bill Popp Solo Show Sat Jun 3 2017 Irish Whiskey Bar, Astoria, Queens Bill Popp and The TapesSun May 28 2017 Williamsburgh Yacht Club, College Point, QueensWed May 24 2017 Central Park BandshellFri May 12 2017 Astoria Tavern, Astoria, QueensSun May 7 2017 Otto's Shrunken HeadFri Apr 21 2017 Sidewalk CafeSun Apr 9 2017 Otto's Shrunken HeadFri Mar 24 2017 Astoria Tavern, Astoria, Queens

the 31st Annual Daddy Tapes Benefit for the american heart association parkside lounge Sun Mar 12, 2017

See below for a list of performers at this year's annual event
Alternative/indie-folk; fingerstyle guitar and ethereal soprano. For fans of: Sufjan Stevens, Angel Olsen, Joni Mitchell, and Lana Del Rey
an American country music artist and the daughter of jazz-blues musician Mose Allison.
Anne sang backing vocals for Ronnie Spector & Joey Ramone, and Wilson Pickett...also a former member of Bill Popp and the Tapes
Times Ledger Newspapers said of Bill: “...a wry sense of humor runs through his music, and while he never seems to take himself too seriously, the level of professonalism in his performances remains constant.”
The consummate live performer, lyricist, singer, guitarist, and harmonica player who brings a unique depth and drama to music, playing original blues/americana.
Powerpop / Rock / Indie
Thick Necked Rock a band made up of hard working hard living guys -- what rock n' roll musicians should be."
He was the lead singer and songwriter of the first and original 1975 version of "I Love Rock N Roll" with his band, The Arrows
Bill Popp and The Tapes Fri Feb 24 2017 Astoria Tavern, Astoria, Queens, Bill Popp Solo Show Tue Feb 14 2017 Bohemian Hall, Astoria, Queens Gerry Barnas and Roger Foster Tue Feb 7 2017 Bohemian Hall, Astoria, Queens Bill Popp and The TapesFri Jan 20 2017 Astoria Tavern, Astoria, QueensSun Jan 8 2017 Otto's Shrunken Head, NYC

2016

Bill Popp and The Tapes Fri Dec 23 2016 Sidewalk Cafe Bill Popp Solo Show Tue Dec 20 2016 Bohemian Hall and Beer Garden,Astoria, Queens Bill Popp and The Tapes Fri Dec 16 2016 Astoria Tavern, Astoria, QueensSat Nov 12 2016 Irish Whiskey Bar, Astoria, QueensThu Oct 27 2016 Hank's Saloon, Brooklyn Bill Popp Solo ShowThu Oct 13 2016 Leftfield Bill Popp and The TapesSun Oct 9 2016 Bohemian Hall and Beer Garden, Astoria, Queens Sat Sep 24 Tompkins Square ParkSat Sep 17 2016 Taste of East Village, Cooper SquareSun Sep 11 2016 Otto's Shrunken Head Bill Popp Solo Show in HawaiiSun Aug 28 2016 Hard Rock Cafe, Honolulu, HI
Bill Popp and The Tapes Wed Aug 17 2016 Ralph's Italian Ices & Ice Cream, College PtTue Aug 16 2016 Central Park BandshellSat Aug 6 2016 Irish Whiskey Bar, Astoria, QueensWed Aug 3 2016 Ralph's Italian Ices & Ice Cream, College PtWed Jul 27 2016 Ralph's Italian Ices & Ice Cream, College PtSat Jul 23 2016 6th Street and Ave B Community GardenWed Jul 20 2016 Ralph's Italian Ices & Ice Cream, College Pt Bill Popp Solo Show in New Jersey Sun Jul 17 Maxfields on Main, Boonton, NJ Bill Popp and The Tapes Wed Jul 13 2016 Ralph's Italian Ices & Ice Cream, College PtThu Jun 16 2016 Arlene's Grocery (this show was filmed)Sat Jun 11 2016 Tompkins Square ParkSat Jun 4 2016 Irish Whiskey Bar, Astoria, QueensSun May 29 2016 Arrow Yacht Club, Flushing, QueensTue May 4 2016 Central Park BandshellSun May 8 2016 Otto's Shrunken HeadFri Apr 22 2016 Sidewalk CafeSat Apr 2 2016 Irish Whiskey Bar, Astoria, Queens

the 30th annual daddy tapes benefit for the american heart association Bowery Electric

Wed, Mar 9, 2016

Featuring the following performers:
Anne has sung backing vocals for Ronnie Spector & Joey Ramone, and Wilson Pickett...also a former member of Bill Popp and the Tapes
The Boston Phoenix tagged Bill “the downtown Elton John”...and Bill was our Master of Ceremonies
Byrd put his name on the map of rock during his days with Joan Jett and the Blackhearts – it was Byrd's style that helped define Jett's sound and led to the platinum cover of "I Love Rock & Roll."-nj.com
The Left Banke is an American baroque pop rock band that formed in New York City in 1965, that rose to pop stardom with hits songs like “Walk Away Renee" and "Pretty Ballerina"
Accomplished Musicians Who Are Getting Together To Play Some Good Ole’ Rock & Roll Just Because They Can. Featuring Jimmy McElligott, Amy Madden, Charley Roth & Joey Kelly
THE CYNZ are a full-throttle rock band formed around the songwriting talents of CYNDI DAWSON (voc) and HENRY SEIZ (gtr/voc). The band has been called "the closest thing to the 1970's CBGB's you will get from a band that formed in 2011." Their songs are hard-rocking tales of heartbreak, survival, determination, redemption, and sometimes unbridled joy, at break-neck speed!!!
He was the lead singer and songwriter of the first and original 1975 version of "I Love Rock N Roll" with his band, The Arrows.

Bill Popp and The Tapes Thu Feb 11 2016 Desmond's TavernSun Jan 31 Otto's Shrunken HeadSat Jan 30 2016 Irish Whiskey Bar, Astoria, QueensFri Jan 22 2016 BB's Pub & Grill, Flushing, QueensFri Jan 8 2016 Bowery Electric

2015

Bill Popp Solo Shows in New OrleansTue Dec 29 2015 Neutral Ground Coffeehouse, New Orleans, LASun Dec 27 2015 Circle Bar, New Orleans, LA
Bill Popp Solo ShowsThu Dec 17 2015 Bohemian Hall and Beer Garden, Astoria, QueensThu Nov 25 2015 Bohemian Hall and Beer Garden, Astoria, Queens
Bill Popp and Thre TapesSat Nov 21 2015 Sidewalk Cafe, NYCSun Oct 25 2015 Otto's Shrunken Head, NYCSat Oct 3 2015 Bohemian Hall and Beer Garden, Astoria, Queens

popp's last flush flushing this plumbing job down the drain cd release party Parkside Lounge

Thu Oct 1, 2015

For Immediate ReleasePopp’s Last Flush“43 long years working at what I’m not…”
Veteran New York rocker Bill Popp will plunge himself into the world of being a full-time musician. Commemorating the occasion with a new single, “Flushing This Plumbing Job Down The Drain,” a party, and a live performance on Thursday, October 1st, 2015 at The Parkside Lounge (317 Houston Street New York City).
It’s no secret to anyone on the New York music scene that Popp survived financially through the years doing plumbing. He even used his trade to earn brownie points at many New York night spots, including the “legendary” bathrooms at CBGB’s, right up until the closing days of the club. “The first job I did for Hilly (the owner) was in 1981, replacing the toilet that was smashed off the wall in the men’s room. As I opened the door, a rat jumped out of the garbage can and ran across my feet! The last thing I did for Hilly was removing the bathroom fixtures, including the famous urinals. One of them was put on display at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Annex.” Popp was shown in the final scenes of Mandy Stein's 2009 documentary "Burning Down the House: The Story of CBGB," kicking the flush valve, flooding the floor.
In the early days, while showcasing his newly formed band, The Tapes, Popp worked for a non-union plumbing shop, where he often found himself close to being fired. He’d work through lunch breaks to get out on time to make it for sound checks. He would get home in the wee hours, set the alarm and wake up to a ringing phone and the foreman’s voice saying “Willy, are you coming to work? Move your ass!” Popp found his way to the plumbing trade because of his flunking attitude towards school. His guidance counselor got him enrolled in Thomas Edison Vocational and Technical High School, where he majored in plumbing. “The last thing I ever wanted to be was a plumber,” Popp says “but taking a trade was the easiest way out of high school.” Like many artists, Popp was hoping for that record deal that would propel him into stardom. Despite the favorable press, occasional airplay, TV spots and years of performing live, the break never came.
In 1988 a friend coaxed Popp to take a job working as a plumber for the city of New York and for the last 24 years has worked as a plumber for New York City Parks and Recreation. Now 62, he is able to receive a city pension and is finally, “Flushing His Plumbing Job Down The Drain." To commemorate the occasion, Popp is throwing a good riddance to plumbing party at The Park Side Lounge located at 317 East Houston NYC, on Thursday October 1st, 2015.
Guests will receive, at the door, a free copy of Bill Popp and The Tapes' new CD, titled “Popp’s Last Flush,” and are invited to eat, drink and be merry, complements of the host Bill Popp. This event is open to the public and will kick off at 6:30 PM. A live performance by the band “Bill Popp and The Tapes” is set for 8:00 PM, followed by two special guest bands. Sea Monster at 9 PM and The Bowery Boys at 10 PM. There’s no cover charge. A splendid time is guaranteed for all.
Bill Popp and The Tapes have been a New York music institution for over 34 years and counting. Over the years the band received praise from publications such as Billboard, NY Daily News, NY Post, The Village Voice, The All Music Guide and many others. For more information visit www.billpopp.com or call 121Street Records at 718-359-4110
The following bands also played after us at this event
Bill Popp and The Tapes Sat Sep 26 2015 Little Red Lighthouse under the George Washington BridgeSun Sep 13 2015 Tompkins Square ParkThu Aug 20 2015 Central Park BandshellWed Aug 19 2015 Ralph's Italian Ices & Ice Cream, College PWed Aug 12 2015 Ralph's Italian Ices & Ice Cream, College PSun Aug 9 2016 Bohemian Hall, Astoria, QueensWed Aug 5 2015 Ralph's Italian Ices & Ice Cream, College PtSun Jul 26 2015 Otto's Shrunken HeadWed Jul 22 2015 Ralph's Italian Ices & Ice Cream, College PtWed Jul 15 2015 Ralph's Italian Ices & Ice Cream, College Pt
Bill Popp and The Tapes Fri Jun 26 2015 BB's Pub & Grill, Flushing, Queens, NYCSat Jun 13 2015 2nd Avenue Festival, NYCFri Jun 12 2015 Tompkins Square Park, NYCFri Jun 5 2015 Bowery Electric, (Max's Kansas City 59th Year Reunion) Sat May 30 2015 Bohemian Hall, Astoria, QueensSun May 24 2015 Williamsburgh Yacht Club, College PointSun May 10 2015 Tara Hill Irish TavernSat Apr 18 2015 Stone Tavern, Whitestone, QueensSun Apr 12 2015 Otto's Shrunken HeadThu Mar 26 2015 Desmond's Tavern

The 29th Annual Daddy Tapes Benefit

for the American Heart Association the delancey WED MAR 11, 2015

Performing at this year's benefit:
Folk Rock Acoustic Blues
Bridging the gap between Traditional Bluegrass andthe New Blue movement
Anne has sung backing vocals for Ronnie Spector & Joey Ramone, and Wilson Pickett...also a former member of Bill Popp and the Tapes
Guitarist for the Patti Smith Group
surf / Zappa / originals
The night's hosts
Powerpop / Rock / Indie
Adult Entertainment · Dance Club
Sat Feb 21 2015 BB's Pub & Grill, Flushing, QueensSat Jan 24 2015 Shillelagh Tavern, Astoria, QueensSat Jan 3 2015 BB's Pub & Grill, Flushing, Queens

2014

Bill Popp and The Tapes Sun Dec 14 2014 Otto's Shrunken HeadSat Dec 13 2014 Safari Beach Club, Bayside, NYSat Nov 1 2014 Mick Malone's, Floral Park, NYSat Oct 11 2014 Bohemian Hall, Astoria, QueensFri Oct 11 2014 BB's Pub & Grill, Flushing, QueensSat Sep 27 2014 Tompkins Square ParkFri Sep 26 2014 Sidewalk CafeSat Sep 13 2014 R Bar
Bill Popp and The Tapes Sat Aug 16 2014 Bohemian Hall, Astoria, QueensSat Aug 9 2014 6th Street and Ave B Community GardenThu Aug 7 2014 Central Park Bandshell, NYCSat Aug 2 2014 Flushing Street Festival, QueensThu Jul 24 2014 Central Park BandshellWed Jul 16 2014 The Paper Box, BrooklynSun Jul 6 2014 Otto's Shrunken HeadSat Jun 14 Mickey Malone's, Floral Park, NYSat Jun 14 2014 Third Avenue Summer FestivalSat Jun 7 2014 BB's Pub & Grill, Flushing, QueensSun May 25 2014 Williamsburgh Yacht Club, College PointSat May 10 2014 Sidewalk CafeFri Apr 25 2014 Bella NapoliSun Apr 6 2014 Otto's Shrunken HeadSat MAr 22 2014 Stone Tavern, Whitestone, Queens Bill Popp Solo Show Wed Mar 18 2014 The Olde Prague Tavern, Astoria, Queens

The 28th Annual Daddy Tapes Benefit

for the American Heart Association

the R Bar

Wed Mar 5, 2014

The performers are listed below
Anne has sung backing vocals for Ronnie Spector & Joey Ramone, and Wilson Pickett...also a former member of Bill Popp and the Tapes
one of the founding members of the bluegrass band Moonshine Falls
A unique smooth blend of soul, acoustic, rock, hip hop and r&b straight from the heart
New York and Boston based, Honduran American violinist, Marissa Licata, is a star powerhouse soloist.
Guitarist for the Patti Smith Group
Your hosts
thick neck rock

May he rest in peace
Sat Jan 18 2014 Jetty Bar & Grill, Long Beach, NY Tue Jan 7 2014 The Trash Bar, Williamsburg, Brooklyn, NYC

2013

Bill Popp Solo Shows in New Orleans Thu Dec 27 2013 Igor's Checkpoint Charlie, New Orleans, LA Thu Dec 26 2013 Neutral Ground Coffeehouse, New Orleans, LA Bill Popp and The Tapes Mon 16 2013 Manitoba's, NYC Wed Nov 20 2013 Arlene's Grocery, NYC Sat Nov 2 2013 Jetty Bar and Grill, Long Beach, NY Fri Nov 1 2013 Gussy's Bar, Astoria, Queens, NYC Sat Oct 19 2013 Stone Tavern, Whitestone, Queens, NYC Wed Oct 7 2013 Manitoba's, NYC Sat Sep 28 2013 The Poppenhusen Institute, College Point, Queens, NYC Thu Sep 26 2013 The Delancey, NYC Mon Sep 9 2013 The Living Room, NYC Sat Aug 31 2013 Bohemian Hall and Beer Garden, Astoria, Queens, NYC Thu Aug 15 2013 Central Park Bandshell, NYC Sun Jul 28 2013 The Poppenhusen Institute, College Point, Queens, NYC Sat Jul 27 2013 Tompkins Square Park, NYC Bill Popp Solo Shows in South Korea Fri Jul 12 2013 Woodstock Rock Bar, Iteawon, Soeul, South Korea Wed Jul 10 2013 Thunderhorse Tavern, Iteawon, Soeul, South Korea Bill Popp and The Tapes Sat Jun 22 2013 Tompkins Square Park, NYC Sun Jun 16 2013 Otto's Shrunken Head, NYC Sat Jun 15 2013 Third Avenue Festival, NYC

popp hits the 60's cd release party the R bar wed june 5, 2013

On Wednesday June 5th 2013 at 6:30 PM, we had many guests at The R-Bar for Bill's 60th birthday celebration, which was open to the public. (no cover) Food and drinks were provided, along with a free four song EP, titled Popp Hits The 60's, recorded by Bill Popp and The Tapes
Bill Popp and The Tapes Sat Jun 1 2013 Bohemian Hall and Beer Garden, Astoria, Queens, NYC Sun May 26 2013 Williamsburgh Yacht Club, College Point, Queens, NYC Tue Apr 30 2013 The Living Room, NYC Sun Apr 7 2013 Otto's Shrunken Head, NYC Sat Mar 23 2013 The End Zone, Whitestone, Queens, NYC Wed Mar 20 2013 Wicked Willy's. NYC

The 27th Annual

Daddy Tapes Benefit

for the American Heart Association the R Bar

Thu Mar 7, 2013

Bill Popp and The Tapes Fri Feb 15 2013 Zirzamin (Acoustic Show), NYC Fri Feb 1 2013 Hank's Saloon, Boerum Hill, Brooklyn, NYC Fri Jan 18 2013 Hank's Saloon, Boerum Hill, Brooklyn, NYC Thu Jan 3 2013 The Living Room, NYC

2012

Bill Popp and The Tapes Sun Dec 23 2012 Otto's Shrunken Head, NYC Sat Dec 1 2012 The End Zone, Whitestone, Queens, NYC Fri Nov 23 2012 Bill Popp Solos Show Club 21 Bar & Lounge, Astoria, Queens, NYC Mon Nov 19 2012 The R Bar, NYC Fri Nov 9 2012 Bill Popp Solo Show, Club 21 Bar & Lounge, Astoria, Queens, NYC Sat Nov 3 2012 Ding Dong Lounge, NYC Thu Oct 25 2012 Bill Popp Solo Show, Club 21 Bar & Lounge, Astoria, Queens, NYC Tue Oct 9 2012 The Underground, NYC Sat Oct 6 2012 6th Street and Avenue B Community Garden (Acoustic Show), NYCSun Sep 30 2012 Otto's Shrunken Head, NYC
Bill Popp Solo Show in AustraliaThu Sep 13 2012 Beetle Bar, Brisbane, Australia
Bill Popp and The Tapes Thu Sep 6 2012 Kenny's Castaways (our last show before they closed), NYC Sun Aug 19 2012 Daytop Madison Festival, NYC Fri Aug 2012 Central Park Bandshell Sat Jul 28 2012 Bohemian Hall and Beer Garden, Astoria, Queens, NYC Thu Jul 26 2012 Central Park Bandshell, NYC Sun Jul 15 2012 The Poppenhusen Institute, College Park, Queens, NYC Sat Jul 14 2012 Tompkins Square Park, NYC Thu Jul 5 2012 Fontana's Bar (CBGB Festival), NYC Thu 21 2012 Tompkins Square Park, NYC Sun Jun 5 2012 Otto's Shrunken Head, NYC Sun May 27 2012 Williamsburgh Yacht Club, College Point, Queens, NYC Sat May 19 2012 The R Bar, NYC Fri May 18 2012 The End Zone, Whitestone, Queens, NYC Sat Apr 21 2012 Sidewalk Cafe, NYC Sat Mar 31 Gizzi's, NYC Bill Popp Solo Show in Texas Sat Mar 17 2012 Waterloo Icehouse, Austin, TX

The 26th Annual Daddy Tapes Benefit

for the American Heart Association

Kenny's Castaways

Thu Mar 8, 2012

Sounds of Ireland Dave McKeoon Anne Husick Lenny Kaye The Shirts Bill Popp and the Tapes Sea Monster King Bee & The Stingers
Bill Popp and The Tapes Sun Feb 19 2012 Bar 131, College Point, Queens, NYC Sun Feb 5 2012 Gizzi's, NYC Sun Jan 15 2012 Spike Hill, Williamsburg, Brooklyn, NYC
2011
35 shows
Bill Popp and The Tapes Kenny's CastawaysNew York CityThu Dec 22, 2011
Hank's Saloon Brooklyn, NYFri Dec 2, 2011
Gizzi's New York CityThu, Nov 10, 2011
Swing the Teapot Floral Park, NYSat Nov 5, 2011
The Living Room - Googies Lounge New York CityWed Oct 26, 2011
Bill Popp Solo Shows E U R O P EQueen's Theatre, Hornchurch Hornchurch, EnglandOct 23 2011, 12pm
The Cavern Club Liverpool, EnglandSat Oct 27, 2011
Quartier Latin Nettetal-Kaldenkirchen, GermanyThu Oct 20, 2011
Private Kleinbuehne Ratsstube , GermanyWed Oct 19, 2011
N E W Y O R KThe Poppenhusen InstituteCollege Point, NYC Sat Oct 15, 2011
Swing the TeapotFloral Park, NY Sat Oct 8, 2011
6th Street and Avenue B Community Garden Acoustic Show New York CitySat, Oct 1, 2011
Otto's Shrunken Head New York CitySun Sep 18, 2011
Freddys Back Room Brooklyn, NYFri Sep 9, 2011, 10 PM
Central Park BandshellNew York City Tue, Aug 30, 2011
Bohemian Hall and Beer GardenAstoria, NYCSun, Jul 31, 2011
Private Party New JerseySat, Jul 16, 2011
The Poppenhusen Institute College Point, NYCSun, Jul 10, 2011
Bill Popp Solo Shows T E X A SRomeo's Austin, TXThu Jul 7, 2011
Kick Butt 2 Coffee Austin, TXWed July 6, 2011 6 PM
Bill Popp and The TapesMake Music New York Tompkins Square Park Tue Jun 21, 2011
Third Avenue Summer FestivalNew York City Sat, Jun 18, 2011
Swing the TeapotFloral Park, NY Fri Jun 17, 2011
Tompkins Square ParkNew York City Fri, Jun 10, 2011
Hank's Saloon