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Dennis Diken (born February 25, 1957) is an American drummer, DJ, author, music historian, and founding member of the band the Smithereens, which he formed in 1980 with Pat DiNizio, Jim Babjak, and Mike Mesaros in Carteret, New Jersey.
The Smithereens is an American rock band from Carteret, New Jersey. [1] . The group formed in 1980 with members Pat DiNizio (vocals & guitar), Jim Babjak (guitar & vocals ), Mike Mesaros (bass guitar & vocals ), and Dennis Diken (drums & percussion).
24 mar 2023 · March 24, 2023. Nick Spacek, The day before I spoke with the Smithereens’ drummer, Dennis Diken, the long-running New Jersey power pop act celebrated the 43 rd anniversary of the band’s first-ever show. It’s a testament to the band’s verve and drive that they continue on, despite the passing of frontman and vocalist Pat ...
Dennis Diken is a founding member and the drummer of the acclaimed rock’n’roll band The Smithereens (known for their hits “Blood And Roses,” “Only A Memory” and “A Girl Like You”) who were among the 2019 inductees of The New Jersey Hall Of Fame. As a sideman he has performed with Brian Wilson, The Beach Boys, Al Jardine, Robert ...
16 gen 2016 · Dennis Diken has known he wanted to be a drummer since he was just a young child. In an interview with Examiner, he discusses his early discovery love of music and influences, as well as being part of Dave Davies touring band, including the London show featuring a surprise appearance by Ray Davies.
25 apr 2022 · Recently, I caught up with Diken to talk about the past, present, and future of the band. In addition to his duties with The Smithereens, Diken is an erudite musical historian, seasoned session drummer, and an accomplished DJ – he hosts a weekly show known as “Denny’s Den” on WFMU radio – and is always keen to discuss music.
28 apr 2022 · Andrew Daly. April 28, 2022. 8 minutes. Alternative Rock, College Rock, Dennis Diken, Drummer, Indie Rock, Jim Babjak, Mike Mesaros, Pat DiNizio, The Smithereens. All images courtesy of Shore Fire Media. Recently, we caught up with drummer Dennis Diken, of veteran New Jersey outfit, The Smithereens.
