A Tribute to the 80's. High-energy pop and rock, big harmonies, iconic songs, and a live show built to bring the party back to the decade that made music larger than life.
The Dino Rocko Band celebrates the artists, sounds, and unforgettable energy that defined the 1980s.
Many classic pop and rock artists emerged in the 1980s and played a major role in shaping the members of The Dino Rocko Band. The decade's high energy, fun, volume, and amazing harmonies made us fall in love with this era of music — and we bring that same excitement to every performance.
As musicians, we strive to live through our audience by doing what we love. The Dino Rocko Band is all about having fun, sharing our music, connecting with our fans, and performing to the very best of our ability. Through hard work and dedication, our goal is simple: create the liveliest, most enjoyable experience possible. This is what we live for.
Dino has been refining and expanding his musical skills since childhood. He has performed at prestigious venues including New York's China Club and Los Angeles' Whisky a Go Go, toured internationally throughout Europe, and counts performing in Abu Dhabi among his career highlights.
In the 1990s, his band Iron Horse — produced by "Little Steven" Van Zandt — successfully toured the East Coast, strengthening the fan base and stage presence he still brings to the club and casino circuit today. Dino also has a strong affinity for studio work and has contributed or collaborated with Foreigner's Mick Jones, David Bowie's Earl Slick, and Pat Thrall.
Rob started his musical career at a young age and began playing the Brooklyn club circuit as soon as he could get away with it. He quickly expanded into venues across the tri-state area before settling into a life of touring and keeping his passion for music alive. Rob shares lead vocals with Dino and delivers spot-on harmonies with the rest of the band.
Rob is a talented, well-versed, and disciplined artist whose riveting solos bring the group's true-to-the-record arrangements to life. Before opening Cherry Bomb Studios, he performed with LaLa's Basement and Screaming Broccoli. His front-line antics, spontaneous dance moves, and entertaining stage presence make him impossible to miss.
Gene developed his musical skills on the local Brooklyn circuit, playing in a variety of bands before opening for national acts at larger venues including L'Amour, The Fountain Casino, and Speaks. He provides the unmistakable low end so recognizable in 80s rock and roll, along with the rich harmonies that defined the decade.
Matthew Parenti has been playing music since age four and began formal drum lessons at seven. Since then, he has performed at live venues around the East Coast while writing and recording original tracks with bands across multiple genres. After adding piano to his skill set, he developed the ability to write and produce his own music. With a smooth groove and energetic performance, "The Kid" keeps the band firmly in the pocket.
Born in Perth Amboy, Dennis is a New Jersey-based performer who has played piano professionally for 35 years. He has performed in hundreds of clubs, bars, weddings, casinos, and private events, including a long run with the Top 40 band Waterfront during the 1980s.
Waterfront performed extensively in Atlantic City, Las Vegas, the Poconos, the Catskills, New York, Florida, Ohio, and along the Jersey Shore, opening for acts including The Temptations, The Drifters, Ohio Players, and Johnny Maestro. Dennis also serves as musical director for Concord Baptist Church and brings charisma, showmanship, and exceptional musical ability to every performance.
For clubs, casinos, festivals, private events, and other live performance opportunities, contact Dino directly.