Gregory Raposo

Infobox musical artist 2
Name = Greg Raposo

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Background = solo_singer
Birth_name = Gregory Frank Raposo
Born = birth date and age|1985|5|3
Origin = Long Island, New York
Genre = Pop, Rock
Years_active = 1999 — 2002 (group) (Dream Street)
2003 — 2005 - Greg Raposo (solo)
2005 — 2007 - Raposo (band - 1st Incarnation)
2007 - Stereopath (band)
2008 - present - Raposo (band - 2nd Incarnation)
Label = Independent
URL = http://www.myspace.com/stereopathmusic| [Stereopath]

Gregory Frank Raposo (born May 3, 1985) [http://www.gregraposo.com 2001 Cache] is an American rock'n'roll singer and actor. Raposo initially came to fame in the early 2000s as a member of the boy band Dream Street, but has subsequently branched out into a solo career as a rock singer in his band Stereopath (formerly Raposo) and now Raposo again. His self-titled debut solo album "Greg Raposo" was released in 2003 and charted at #40 in its opening week.

He is the nephew of Sesame Street composer Joe Raposo [Maryann Raposo] .

Early life

Gregory Frank Raposo was born in New York May 3rd, 1985 to Maryann and Octavio Raposo.

When Greg was two years old, he began to develop a fascination with the guitar. When he was six years old, Mrs. Raposo decided that she was tired of having to buy more toy guitars because he kept breaking them, so she bought him his first real guitar and arranged for him to take guitar lessons with a private teacher. O'Connell advised him to take vocal lessons with his guitar classes, and at first he refused, claiming that he had a horrible voice. But as Greg wanted to continue with the guitar lessons, he reluctantly agreed. He was soon after entered into a talent contest. He won, singing an Elvis Presley song. His mother then entered him on Star Search. He took second place and was referred to an agent.

Mid-Career

Raposo was cast into sixteen regional and national commercials for everything from Kit-Kat candy bars to Crest toothpaste. Then at nine, he requested to be allowed to sing and play guitar on-air during a local live recording of a radio show on WPLJ. Deejay Scott Shannon agreed and Greg went on the air. Shannon thought that Greg was very talented and from that day on was crowned as "The Elvis Kid". Greg appeared on WPLJ for three years. [http://www.unofficialdreamstreetfans.net 2004 Cache]

"The Elvis Kid" performed everywhere, including with The Jordanaires and DJ Fontana who were Elvis' real backup band. Greg was the only child invited to perform at Graceland for the 20th Anniversary of Elvis Presley's death (1997) by Priscilla Presley.

In 1996, Raposo auditioned for 'Broadway on Broadway', an extravaganza of Broadway performers. Greg got the honor of being the opener for the show and sang an original composition in front of fifty-thousand people.

After opening for 'Broadway on Broadway', he was cast in an off-Broadway singing group called "The Broadway Kids", with whom he recorded two albums and met fellow future Dream Street member Chris Trousdale. In 1998, both boys successfully auditioned for a group called "Boy Wonder". "Boy Wonder" had to be disbanded for lack of interest from sponsors. Greg and Chris were kept on hold for a new project called Dream Street.

Besides Dream Street and The Broadway Kids, Greg was involved with many charity and anti-substance abuse groups. The charities he was involved with included: The Kids for Kids Project, Audrey Hepburn/Children's Fund, Young Plaza Ambassadors Club, Jerry's Kids, and . Greg claims that Kids for Kids is his favorite credit and the most fulfilling thing he has ever taken part in.

olo career

He performed his first solo concert on October 13, 2002 at The Downtown in Farmingdale, New York. The event was so successful that tickets sold out in less than two hours and he had to schedule a second concert for that day at the same venue, which also sold out. He subsequently performed at several radio station multi-artist shows, solo acts, and as an opening act for several bands. [http://www.unofficialdreamstreetfans.net 2004 Cache]

On May 3rd, 2003 Raposo's first solo single, "Take Me Back Home," premiered on RadioDisney as a part of their "Music Mailbag" segment. It received rave ratings, and won a spot on the station's playlist with an amazing 92% of the popular vote -- setting records on RadioDisney.

Greg's second amazing debut-album single, "Every Summer," was premiered on the RadioDisney Music Mailbag on July 12, 2003, and again Greg broke records with an astounding 95% of the popular vote.

Greg's self-titled debut album hit shelves on September 2, 2003. The album was in the top fifty on the Billboard Top Sales chart (#40) and was #67 on the Billboard Top HeatSeekers chart the week of its release. The first single from the album, "Every Summer," debuted on the RadioDisney Top Thirty Countdown on September 14, 2003 at spot #22. He first debuted on the RadioDisney Dot Com Top 3 with "Every Summer" on November 19, 2003, at the #3 spot.

In November of 2003, Greg embarked on his first national tour as a headlining act, co-heading with Stevie Brock for the RadioDisney Jingle Jam Tour, with fellow ex-Dream Streeter Jesse McCartney opening. The tour hit nineteen cities across the United States and the average audience size was around 2000 people for each venue.

Greg's second single, "Take Me Back Home," was officially added to the RadioDisney playlist on November 21, 2003.

Raposo

Often headlining at New York's Knitting Factory, RAPOSO is in constant demand to tour by their fans. "I have dedicated my life to music since I was very young because I've always known what I'm meant to be," says front man Greg Raposo. "I hope through my music, I can give my generation a new voice." The band is currently in the studio working on their debut album.

The leading force behind RAPOSO, Greg's lyrics chronicle everyday life of today's youth, creating anthem-like songs that connect with the fans. RAPOSO's songs are vibrant, energetic, and dynamic--catchy hooks and melodies wrapped in up-tempo rhythms and guitar riffs. The songs are radio-friendly but never lose their mainstream rock edge. "If I could put the balls of Stone Temple Pilots on Gavin DeGraw, and then mix it with the mainstream styles of Nickelback and 3 Doors Down, it would resemble our sound," says Greg. Delivering powerful lyrics that leave the audience chanting along.

Greg Raposo has performed in many venues including Jones Beach Amphitheater, Nassau Coliseum and House of Blues. At 16, Greg released a self-titled debut album of pop/rock songs, which debuted on the Billboard Independent Albums chart at #40, and released a live concert DVD last year. These were all incredible experiences for the young Raposo, but to him they were stepping stones that would to lead him to now.

Through years of various band formations, Raposo finally found what he was looking for in lead guitarist Nick Slobodskoy, 22. Nick was first a classically trained violinist, but that all changed when he was introduced to the music of Guns N' Roses and purchased his first guitar 7 years ago. Nick formed rock band Floffus and later joined local band Brookside, sharing the stage with such national acts as Thursday, Taking Back Sunday, The Starting Line, Wheatus and Superdrag. Drummer Lou Vecchio, 21, started playing drums the moment his foot could reach the pedal. This third-generation drummer cites his father, Louis Vecchio, among his many idols. Endorsed by MRP Drums, Lou is recognized as one of the best drummers on Long Island. His tight rhythms and passionate playing brings a distinctive groove to the RAPOSO sound. Bassist Jakey Lee, 21, grew up on classic rock. He was in Brookside for several tours and played with Nick. He had also done some studio sessions with Lou, and their chemistry was already there. Matching Lou's tight rhythms brought Jake into the fold as the final member of RAPOSO.

tereopath

The second incarnation of Raposo, Stereopath existed until guitarist Nick Slobodskoy left in February 2008. The band recorded an unreleased 6-song EP entitled "Stereopath."

Raposo

The third incarnation of Raposo began in May 2008.

Acting career

Raposo has also pursued an acting career, appearing as himself in "The Biggest Fan" in 2002, and in "Destination Fame" in 2004. He also played Henry in "Return To Sleepaway Camp" in 2008.

References

External links

* [http://www.myspace.com/raposobandny] RAPOSO MySpace Music Official Page
* [http://www.raposomusic.com] Official Homepage