Alfie Zappacosta Live! At Roadside Willies Smokehouse & Bar in Bible Hill (Truro) Nova Scotia at 8:00 PM on November 12, 2009

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(Free-Press-Release.com) November 1, 2009 -- What a rare opportunity for you to experience up close and personal a truly gifted and internationally recognized performer. Original, powerful, entertaining and sexy adds up to Alfie Zappacosta, and he was kind enough to agree to stop by Roadside Willies on his way through to the big city lights. Thanks Alfie! With an American Music Award (Most Popular Album of the Year) and two JUNO Awards (Most Promising Male Vocalist, Album of the Year) to his credit, Alfie and his voice have long been the talk of the music industry.

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Alfie Zappacosta Live! At Roadside Willies Smokehouse & Bar in Bible Hill (Truro) Nova Scotia at 8:00 PM on November 12, 2009

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His live performance is captivating. From the first note, he sets the mood and the tone for an exceptional evening. His smooth renditions of tasteful originals coupled with timeless jazz standards done “Zappacosta Style,” feed the palette of even the most sophisticated music enthusiast.

Alfie Zappacosta is charismatic and charming - he is elegant and tasteful in his stage persona and vocal delivery. He delivers a powerful, yet playful performance and draws upon his extensive theatrical experience in his live concerts. His Italian heritage also adds an additional dimension and mystique to his performance. When it comes to sharing his passion with his audience, Alfie has no fear - his honesty, sincerity, and vulnerability connect him to anyone.

He has long been considered one of the best vocal talents in Canada, yet we know very little about Alfie Zappacosta and his music. Sure you know his chart topping singles, Nothing Can Stand in Your Way, Passion, When I Fall in Love Again, We Should Be Lovers (plus many more), and for his contribution of Overload to the Dirty Dancing Soundtrack, but how much do you really know about the artist himself?

Alfie Zappacosta has a distinguished career and still today, he continues to write compelling lyric and melody. Yes Alfie Zappacosta is a songwriter! He is also an accomplished guitarist, premier vocalist and actor. In 1995, Zappacosta left his pop stardom behind to pursue a more intimate style of writing and performing.

The roots of his new sound started when Zappacosta began playing solo before crowds at a Toronto club. Playing only guitar, he explored new harmonies and melodies, later combing rootsy elements such as harmonica and accordion, which eventually manifested itself in a contemporary Jazz/AC sound. “The difficult part was finding an audience that was willing to sit and listen to my songs.” states Zappacosta. I had to believe that a legitimate artist was allowed to grow and could be appreciated and accepted for producing music that was heartfelt and not what the industry felt was appropriate for the times.”

“The older I got, the more uncomfortable I became.” Zappacosta confesses. “There were always elements of what is on the current project in my music. I wanted to get back into a form of music that I knew I was not only capable of doing but also a style of music that would fulfill me both artistically and spiritually. I realized that chasing down fads is really a losing proposition.” His passion for beautiful melodies and grand songs manifested into four stunning CDs - Innocence Ballet, Dark Sided Jewel, Start Again and his brand new CD – Bonafide!. Alfie Zappacosta: artist, actor, songwriter, musician, and premier vocalist - Do not miss the opportunity to experience Alfie Zappacosta.

Joining Zappacosta for this "one night only" concert at 8:00pm on November 12, 2009 are world class musicians Silvio Pupo (piano), Danny Sutherland (bass) and David Burton (drums). Prepaid tickets are $20 or $25 at the door. To reserve your seats, please send an email to manager@roadsidewillies.ca or call 902.843.3486. Reserved tickets must be purchased prior to the event. To see some videos of Zappacosta in action, go to www.iamzappacosta.com.

More information can be found online at http://www.roadsidewillies.ca