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Jersey Rock Band of the Week: Kodiak

Kodiak is a skillful, energetic, Rock act with a sound powerful enough to fill any arena. The band has been called “a young Van Halen” and is currently working on their debut album with legendary drummer Carmine Appice. You can catch them in action at My Father’s Place in Roslyn, NY on 7/27. Tune to Jersey Rock on 95.9 The Rat Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday at 11:30 pm to hear the band’s latest singles. Singer Eric and drummer Pete will call in to the show each night!

Kodiak is a youthful, energetic Hard Rock band with a totally rad 1980’s-charged sound.  The group draws influence from the likes of Def Leppard, Guns N’Roses, Whitesnake and many more Arena Rock acts. Those influences definitely come across in their music.  Kodiak tracks are catchy and technically sound, booming with great instrumental work. Legendary drummer Carmine Appice has likened them to “a young Van Halen.” 

Kodiak is currently working on their debut album with Carmine Appice producing the LP.  It is due out in the Fall. Ahead of the release, the band has put out 3 singles. You can check them out at kodiakband.com.

Don’t miss Kodiak at My Father’s Place in Roslyn NY on 7/27!  The venue is about an hour from New York City. Carmine Appice will be on site to talk about his upcoming album and introduce the band.  Tickets are available at myfathersplace.com.

Tune to Jersey Rock on 95.9 The Rat Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday at 11:30 pm.  Singer Eric and drummer Pete will call in to the show each night!

Learn more at kodiakband.com!

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Tom Hanley is the host of Jersey Rock, New Jersey’s longest running local rock show on 95.9 The RAT. He got his start in broadcasting at Monmouth University's WMCX-FM. He's hosted Jersey Rock since 2016, been on the air at WRAT since 2008, and been listening to RAT Radio since 1996! Jersey Rock is a multi-platform local music brand that provides exposure to NJ artists. The on-air program features a different Garden State band each week. Tune to 95.9 The RAT every Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday night at 11:30 pm to hear call-ins and songs from the Jersey Rock Band of the Week! Each week Jersey Rock features a different music video as the Jersey Rock Video of the Week . Between Jersey Rock's on-air and online platforms, there's opportunities for 9 different NJ bands to be featured each week. If you're in a NJ band and want to be on Jersey Rock, e-mail Tom Hanley. Send your mp3's, videos, pictures, and links to jerseyrock@wrat.com