Official site for news & info about the Geator, Jerry Blavat

Gerald Joseph Blavat, July 3, 1940 - January 20, 2023
Shining light of our lives

To view the magnificent funeral service for Jerry at the Cathedral of St. Peter & Paul in Philadelphia: 
https://vimeo.com/event/2814279

A MESSAGE FROM JERRY, DECEMBER 2022
To all of my loyal fans and friends who have been with me through all these years - you know that I have seldom ever missed an appearance, and many of you have been wondering why recently I've had to postpone or miss a few of the current ones, including our concert at the Kimmel Center on January 28. Since Labor Day weekend I have had some health issues related to my torn shoulders. After getting all kinds of evaluations, it turns out it is more than the shoulders, it is a nerve and muscular issue. Recently I have been getting medical attention and the most modern therapies available for this condition, which is not life threatening, but because of the treatments, my doctors have advised me to cut down on my schedule for the time being. Even though this has forced me to limit some recent engagements, full refunds will be made by contacting the venue. And you can still hear the best of all my radio shows on the Geator Gold Radio Network. With the medical attention and additional rest I've been getting, I look forward to being back back with you shortly. Thank you for your understanding and for the loyalty and respect that you've shown me throughout the years, and thank you for the love and support you have been sending my way. See you soon - The Geator, Jerry Blavat

Thank you for making Jerry's historic 50th season at Memories in Margate so unforgettable - it was a record-breaking one, with wonderful new memories to cherish forever. There are several dance parties and events for his friends and fans dedicated to his memory - check our CALENDAR for updates - and join the Geator Fans chat rooms during the live video broadcasts online at Mixcloud.com/live/jerryblavatlive

If you enjoy listening to the Geator at night, WTYM Tyme 102.9 wtym.org free internet radio broadcasts his radio show Monday thru Friday from 10 pm to 12 midnight. Wtym.org is a great option if you work during the day or otherwise can't hear Jerry's broadcasts on his other stations between 3 and 7 pm. WTYM is also a great oldies station to listen to any time. To tune in to the Geator Monday thru Friday at 10 pm ET, go to wtym.org and make sure to click on the arrow to start listening.

Missed THE LOST DEDICATIONS on WXPN, or want to see some of the actual letters from 1962? Yes, you can thanks to Ben Vaughn via the links below. 

THE LOST DEDICATIONS BONUS LETTERS!
https://soundcloud.com/.../the-lost-dedicationsbonus...

THE PHYSICAL LETTERS! 
http://benvaughn.org/lost-dedications

THE MUSIC ONLY!  
https://soundcloud.com/anyoods/lost-dedications-jukebox

And if you heard YOUR letter on the air, please contact us at: 
[email protected]

A huge thank you to our radio sponsors who have allowed Jerry to continue bringing you the music and the memories that you love. Please patronize them as much as you ca to thank them for their support! They are A-Plus Roofing, Gary Barbera, Frank Gitto Electric in Ventnor, Capri Pizza and Mazza's Market, both in Northfield, Bagliani's Market in Hammonton, Chickie's & Pete's, Talluto's Pasta and Italian foods, Primo Hoagies, Liscio's Bread & Rolls, Dietz & Watson, Jefferson Health System, and Wills Eye

Jerry's YouTube channel, where you can view his interviews with some of the greatest musical legends who ever lived, including James Brown, Jerry Lee Lewis, Aretha Franklin, the Isley Brothers, Billy Joel, Paul Anka, Dion, Bobby Rydell, Berry Gordy, the Tymes, Johnny Mathis, Dionne Warwick, can be found at
https://www.youtube.com/thegeator
Hit SUBSCRIBE to stay in touch - more will be added as we transfer his old format tapes to digital and post the new content!

And check out our archive of live broadcasts from Memories in Margate at
vimeo.com/geator

Please join the largest Geator community online at 
Facebook.com/groups/geatorafterhours

Click on CALENDAR link above for Jerry's complete appearance schedule - weekly events plus one-nighters, and a new feature in the WXPN descriptions for Saturdays with the theme of that day's show.

Click on ON THE RADIO for when and how to hear Jerry's on-air schedule no matter where you are.  FROM WISL1480:  "We are excited to announce that Jerry Blavat, The Geator with the Heater, The Boss with the Hot Sauce, will be heard Monday through Friday from 5-7 pm on WISL Radio! Jerry was a pioneer of the Philly music scene of the 1960's and was instrumental in breaking some of the biggest acts of the day! Jerry's program is fast paced, fun and full of great music and knowledge. We hope you can join Jerry Blavat, the Geator with the Heater, on WISL Radio. Listen online right here:  http://wisl1480.com/ "

For Jerry's complete schedule of personal appearances, click CALENDAR link at upper left. Once you're in the calendar, click on any event for more info about it, including location, how to get tickets, directions (click on MAP next to event's location), and more.

If you have any QUESTIONS about an item on the CALENDAR, email it to [email protected]

LINKS & MORE:

The easy-to-remember URL for this website is geator.net

Follow the Geator on Facebook - http://www.facebook.com/Geator 

Want to learn the dance steps? See menu at top of this page for tips, classes, and a link to a Wagner Walk tutorial!

Check out Bill Smith's Geator tribute at thegeator.com (not up to date but chock full of Geator history & info)

Hear Jerry as Al Bacore, the Tuneful Tuna, narrator of SpongeBob SquarePants' fabulous CD "The Best Day Ever" !!

and keep on rockin' -- 'cause you only rock once!

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For info not listed here, send an email to [email protected]

To buy rare & out of print vinyl recordings, contact:

Val Shively's R&B Records,49 Garrett Road, Upper Darby, PA 19082, (610) 352-2320   Fax: (610) 352-8199   OR   Bobby at Pat's Music, 4516 Frankford Ave, Philly, (215) 708-0444