My mission is to: Spread goodwill, pleasure and happiness by providing a live musical experience that is highly entertaining on both an emotional and intellectual level, to create strong and enjoyable long-lasting memories, and to help create a desire for the listener to want to experience this music again and again.
I will accomplish this by singing and recording great songs in a unique and professional manner while being backed by a superb band. I will use all of my musical knowledge to educate the listeners. I will perform with a state of-the-art sound system that allows the music to be heard without compromise. I will use all of my performing know-how to allow the listeners to experience the full range of human emotions. Most importantly, I will try to make the listeners forget, momentarily, all except the anticipation of a vocal crescendo or cymbal crash, while absorbing the finger snapping, foot tapping, and intoxicating sounds of Frank Lamphere’s Rat Pack Jazz.
After 8PM he’s a nightclub singer, performing at some of the top venues in the Midwest. In the morning he’s not only a music contractor (acting as booking for himself and a small stable of quality musical entertainers) but Frank Lamphere is also one of the busiest deck contractors (A-Affordable Decks) in DuPage County, Illinois. With three professions: agent, crooner and contractor you would think that there wasn’t much time left over to do much of anything else. How about writing songs? Lyrics and original melodies that he conjures up. Frank has always had melodies (songs without the words) come and then just as quickly vanish without a trace. One day in September of 2007 he decided to keep a tape recorder at the side of his bed and low and behold, since that time, Lamphere has completed more than twenty songs. He has been inserting these originals into his sets while performing live, much to the enjoyment of the listeners and dancers. “Variety” says Frank “is the key to keeping people attentive. I’d hate to be predictable”
He has written jazz, blues, 50’s style pop, 60’s type pop, a pair of political pieces, a hard swinging big band number, a James Bond type song, a Christmas tearjerker and a handful of novelties. Thursday, May 14 Frank will unveil his latest creation: Dino On the Rocks. The song is a salute to his favorite singer Dean Martin.
Lamphere has appeared every Thursday at Villa Verone in Geneva, Illinois since the first of the year. He is most frequently accompanied by his fine pianist Larry Harris and drummer Rusty Jones. (With whom he worked with for a couple of years at the Flame of Countryside). Villa Verone is located a block north of Roosevelt Road at 416 Hamilton in downtown Geneva. There is no cover and the music begins at 8PM. 630-232-2201
Frank Lamphere and his Dynamic Rat Pack Jazz Duo have been extended through May at Villa Verone. The three dates are May 14, 21, and 28. The dance floor has been packed and business has been steadily growing each week as the people in the Fox Valley area have been discovering this great night of music.
This first set this week will include a tribute to Frank’s favorite crooner Dean Martin. Come catch the excitement!
Veteran drummer Rusty Jones is on the cover of the March/April issue of Chicago Jazz Magazine. Jones for years one of the more popular drummers on the Chicago jazz scene, has had extended stints with George Shearing and Judy Roberts. He currently works as a part of the Johnny Gabor Trio on Tuesday and Saturday nights at the Flame in Countryside and works with vocalist Frank Lamphere on Thursday nights at Villa Verone in Geneva Illinois.
Chicago Jazz Magazine published by Mike Jeffers, is regarded as “The” authority on the Chicago jazz scene, and comes out six times a year. Subscriptions are available at Chicago Jazz Magazine
Frank Lamphere and his Rat Pack Jazz Duo have been extended through April at Villa Verone in Geneva Illinois.
The Thursday night “get-togethers” have been gaining in popularity since Frank and company started back in December.
Larry Harris continues on keyboard and Rusty Jones on drums. No reservations are required! This is the place to be in the western suburbs on Thursday nights.
Villa Verone was just rated the number three Italian restaurant in DuPge County by a readers poll in DuPage Magazine.
Frank Lamphere has reached an agreement to perform at Villa Verone in Geneva. (Owner Pietro Verone has two other locations in Elgin & Sycamore)
Villa Verone is a restaurant serving classic Italian food, that also has a large nightclub “The Upper Club” on it’s the second floor.
The restaurant/nightclub is located at 416 Hamilton Street in downtown Geneva. (one block North of Rte. 38). 630-232-2201
Frank will be accompanied by Larry Harris on keyboard and Rusty Jones on drums. Music starts at 8PM.
In the video below, owner Pietro Verone is interviewed at his downtown Elgin location.
Frank Lamphere has been extended through the month of October at Grape Restaurant. Grape has a fantastic decor and is an acoustic musicians dream as far as quality sound goes. The food is winning accolades from all that sample the menu’s great variety. A great hightlight of the first set is Lamphere’s Musical Spotlight. Each week
a different vocal L.P is featured.
Lamphere and his trio take the stage at 8PM every Thursday.
Reservations at 630-968-9999 Grape is located at 244-246 N. Cass Ave. in Westmont, Illinois
Crooner Frank Lamphere accompanied by his trio of pianist, bassist and drummer, continue in Westmont for the month of September. Finishing off the month of August will be a fabulous jazz trio with: Larry Harris piano, Jim Cox bass, and Bob Rummage on drums.
Thursdays from 8:00PM til 11:00 they perform jazz and retro-pop standards. Grape Restaurant is located at 244-246 N. Cass Ave. in Westmont (630) 968-9999
Every Thursday Frank and His Trio take the stage at Grape Restaurant in Westmont. A beautiful nightclub 3 blocks South of Ogden Ave on Cass. The acoustics are outstanding, the staff is friendly & professional, and the food “outstanding”
The music begins at 8PM. There are always a couple of instrumentals showcasing the finest jazz musicians in Chicagoland or anywhere in the country for that matter. Then singer Frank Lamphere takes the stage acting as both singer and navigator of the great American songbook. Frank sings the obscure and sings the most popular. As the evening progresses Frank will sing in flawless Italian, sing a blues, sing an Elvis tune, sing an original or three, tell a story and make it all flow seemlessly. With such a gigantic playlist, things never get dull! A veteran entertainer, Frank injects an “edgy” humor and an educated musical perspective to his performances. Come for dinner, seated at a cozy table or sit in the bar area. This is classy yet, the most comfortable establishment in the suburbs. Best of all, there is only a $5.00 cover per person! Make your reservations today! 630-968-9999
Frank will be “Spot-Lighting” various albums over the next several weeks. That is, taking a side of an important vinyl album and doing those songs in their original keys. It will be informative and interesting. Recent “Spotlights” have included “The Dean Martin Television Show” and “Strangers In The Night - Sinatra Sings For Moderns” both albums from 1966.
