Listen (formerly Planet Earth)
“Let’s Go” by The Cars
We chose to put this song on the demo because it was incredibly popular and covered the least compared to other Cars hits.
– Planet Earth
“Dirty Laundry” by Don Henley
We heard Jack playing this song on keys and thought it sounded really cool. It’s an iconic radio anthem with an all-star cast of players on the original recording. For us, it showcases the skill of the band.
– Planet Earth
“The Cradle Will Rock” by Van Halen
Every part of this song is a hook, it’s a cool “streets of LA” story and the intro is an iconic sound. Everyone has a hard time playing this song live. The original way they created that sound was with a keyboard through a flanger, and it’s a challenge to create it with a guitar. We have a blast helping tp carry the torch for this legendary band.
– Planet Earth
“Get Down Tonight” by KC and The Sunshine Band
This song has a great 70’s dance vibe and is a winner on the dance floor. It was a huge hit and we enjoy paying it.
– Planet Earth
Events & Announcements
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The Dancing Yeti’s play at The Strand in Dover NH for New Year’s Eve
New Year’s Eve celebration with The Dancing Yeti’s at The Strand in Dover NH. Not to be missed. Comedy, Band, Ball drop, DJ, Food, Drinks.
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Introducing The Dancing Yetis
As was stated before, the Planet Earth band has gone through some growing pains. Their frontman Scott King got a great job offer out of state and he ended up taking it. It was a great move for him and a heavy blow for the band. He is a brilliant musician who understands what makes…
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Planet Earth
Planet Earth is planning a name change, a lineup change and some other news to come. They believe things are heading in the right direction for them and extend their thanks to everyone who has come to shows and events to support them to date. More to come.
Live Gallery
What They Play
The Dancing Yetis is a group of accomplished musicians playing a moving and nostalgic mix of Classic Rock, Blues, Funk, and Disco.
Here’s a list of track samples to give an idea of the kinds of music they play.
- Eruption
- Message In A Bottle
- You Really Got Me
- Summer of 69
- Who’ll Stop the Rain
- Get Back
- Run to You
- One Way Out
- Cinnamon Girl
- Here Comes My Girl
- Let’s Go
- Heavy
- Badge
- Superstition
- Walking the Moon
- Standing On Shaky Ground
- Don’t Bring Me Down
- Tore Down
- Like a Rolling Stone
- Rebel Yell
- Working for the Weekend
- Trampled Under Foot
- Soul Man
- Play That Funky Music
- You Should Be Dancing
- Stone Free
- Jumpin’ Jack Flash
- La Bamba
- Long Cool Woman
- Walk This Way
- Rock You Up
- Get Down On It
- Crazy Little Thing Called Love
- When The World Is Running Down
- I Need to Know
- Run Like Hell
- Brick House
- Long Train Runnin’
- Pride and Joy
- I Want You to Want Me
- Oye Como Va
- Sweet Home Alabama
- Unchained
- And the Cradle Will Rock
- De Do Do Do, De Da Da Da
- Jealous Again
- Honky Tonk Woman
- Get Down Tonight
- A Hard Day’s Night
- Love Me Two Times
The Members
John D’Amico
Vocals
John has been a front-man for New England-based bands for over 25 years, spanning multiple genres from Top 40 to Rockabilly to large-ensemble showband, and more. Occasionally adding instrumentation through guitar, percussion or harmonica, John’s vocals and stage presence are in full gear from the first note of the show. A child of the 80’s with a soul straight from the 60’s, John loves harmonies, dynamics and moments of chemistry between musicians that become apparent to the audience that, “These guys are locked in!”
Peter Gordon
Guitar
Peter has been playing for over 30 years and has performed at The Tupelo, The Rex Theater, BNH Stage, Boston Parade, and The Whiskey a Go Go on the Sunset Strip in Hollywood. His session work has been sought after by many artists, worldwide. He always stays true to the melodies of the classics, playing with fireworks if necessary, and is as brilliant with blues and funk as he is with rock.
Vance White
Drums
Vance has been playing drums since the age of 5. He was a jazz drummer for the College of Charleston pep band and a session drummer for many of the area’s recording studios. Currently with The Blues Brothers Next Generation, he has shared the stage with Jim Belushi and played in the Boston St Patrick’s Day parade. As an educator, he works for the NH school system teaching drums and percussion to aspiring young musicians. His main influences are David Weckl (Chic Corea, Dave Weckl Band) and Tim “Herb” Alexander (Primus). He has great rhythm and stays true to the music.
Kyle
Vocals
Brianna Valdepena
Bass Guitar
Brianna’s musical journey began at the age of 10 when she picked up the flute and quickly embraced her love for the performing arts. A self-proclaimed “band geek” at heart, she expanded her musical horizons in high school when she discovered the bass guitar. Encouraged by her music teacher, Brianna joined the jazz band and shortly after the pit band for the musical production of Footloose where she found her groove. Over the years she has played with a handful of different groups across genres.