Our featured guest,
Johnny Dell,
is proudly sponsored
by the
music studio of
Tony Antonio Regina,
Well Known Performer, Composer and Teacher of Piano and Voice.
John Delvecchio, or “Johnny Dell” as he is known in the entertainment industry has been performing since the age of 5. At five years old, his first solo was on location for the Wonderama television program in the late 60’s. Johnny grew up in a musical family. Together, they formed the band NITE LIFE and were known for their perfect harmonies and high energy. They were the opening act for a number of bands: The Turtles, Chuck Berry, and Smokey Robinson, to name a few. They won the People’s Choice Award in several newspapers and magazines, and were voted best band 10 years in a row in Music Magazine. They were the house band at notable clubs, such as Squires in Hyde Park, Let’s Dance and Chez Elle.
After the break up of the family band, Johnny continued with smaller variations of the band and eventually joined forces with his long time friend, Jimi Heslin. This dynamic duo called themselves “You Fat Bastard” or UFB. UFB became the house band at Juniors in Poughkeepsie and played every Friday night for 14 years.
Johnny’s solo career ran concurrent with his bands and for 12 years. He played regularly in New York City at Parnell’s, Mimi’s and Forlini’s.
Johnny’s impressive career included theatre as well. He not only directed and produced, but played impressive roles, from Tevye in “Fiddler on the Roof” to Max Bialystock in “The Producers”. His most notable production was “The Fat Pack” which enjoyed a long engagement at Resorts Casino in Atlantic City, NJ.
Johnny has been recording throughout his 53 years. From writing advertisements to his own album, he has clocked countless hours in recording studios. He is most famous for authoring a local production of “Christmas in Poughkeepsie”, raising over $50,000 for charity.
Still performing, Johnny continues to work with his long time friends, Jimi Heslin and Timmy Herrmann, as well as his sister Geri at local venues and parties.
Johnny is now proudly working with his daughter, Kirsten Lee. They can be found every Thursday night at The SS Beverly Night Club in Le Chambord at Curry Estate.
We are thrilled and honored to be having dinner with Johnny at Carrie’s Korner... “Pull up a chair and join us!”
January, 19, 2022 - January, 26, 2022.