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Published on: 7/12/2007
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"We got together just to hang out and play the old songs," said singer Joe Ventura."The vibes were happening.We started writing and we ended up with an album."
Ventura said that back in the day the band Naughty fell into the usual rut while playing the circuit.
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"We played all over the place," he said.
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"We just realized, 'Hey ... we ought to do something,'" Ventura said.
Ventura and Mazza re-teamed with drummer John Sulikowski and bassist Marc Deschaine and began the process of reigniting the rock 'n' roll spark.
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"There is chemistry with these guys that a lot of bands are searching for," Ventura said."We started writing, and it all came very natural."
With a new outlook, and the new Hooked moniker, the band put together a CD called "Play What You Feel," a 10-song collection that features sharp guitars, thundering beats and Ventura's amazing vocals.
Local fans will recognize Ventura as the lead man in Jovi, the acclaimed Bon Jovi tribute.