JONES TALKIN’ with CONSTANTINE MAROULIS

FROM THE FANS!!!
YOU WANTED TO KNOW SO HERE WE GO!!!

REHEARSING FOR THE EAST COAST TOUR!

Will Constantine do another question and answer interview like he did at The Opus Theater in West Nyack, NY?
*Nancy*

“I would love to do something like that again. I thought it was a great atmosphere for the fans and for I to just get reacquainted after all the craziness that was the tour and the whole season on Idol. Sure, I would love to do something like that! Right now my schedule is a little crazy, but hopefully in the very near future I hope to set something like that up again.”

Please ask Constantine when the new website will be going up!
*Nicole*

“We just launched a brand new website on Monday, 7/31! We welcome feedback from the fans…there are a few kinks to work out, which we’re working on, but it’s all coming together. The fans have been great - thank you for your patience!”

[Check out his site at http://www.constantinemaroulis.net ]

Please ask Constantine if we’ll be seeing him on Broadway anytime soon?
*Maria*

“We’re actively looking at a few different shows that are running right now, possibly an off Broadway show. So we’ll see! I’m very anxious to get back on stage. We’ve had some cool offers but we’re trying to figure out the right show.”

Tell Constantine the Midwest is waiting for future shows!
We love him!
*Motown Terri*

“Hopefully by the end of the year I’ll be there! We’re going to have a leg of this tour that will go out to the Midwest and out West…hopefully as soon as possible because I got mad love for the west!!!”

When will you do a concert in the Southern states? We love you down in the south, too!!
*Chloerose*

“We’re planning some dates in the south in the fall, but it is dependent on a few projects and scheduling. We’re already talking about some dates in September, but again things change in my world on a daily basis. But as of now, I’m hoping to get down there this fall.”

I would love to know if Constantine is signed to a major label like his myspace suggests and if so which one?
*Jenna*

Unfortunately, this one is under wraps, people, but he did say this…

“When I can talk about this, my fans will be the FIRST to know – I promise!”

Does Constantine still have the deal with ABC for the television show?
*Lisa*

“As far as ABC television goes…it was an amazing experience being a part of the ABC family and working right along side the top brass at the network, as well as Kelsey Grammer. I learned more in 6+ month’s time…wow…it was like having over 6 years experience in just that 6 months! Being right there, creating the show, creating characters, going back and forth with the brass at ABC / Paramount…it was an amazing experience for me. But, my team has decided to go elsewhere as far as our options in television and film go so we’ve since parted ways…myself and ABC. We hope to work together again in the future. And the show will live on in some other capacity - that much I assure you.”

Do you see yourself doing film?
*Alex*

“Absolutely! I grew up loving so many mediums of the performing arts field and I definitely look forward to being attached to the right film down the road. When that opportunity comes up for the right job, I’ll jump all over it! That’ll be a great day!”

Could you please ask Constantine if he will happen to be selling merchandise at his shows? If so…what?
*Carol*

“Yes! We have some fantastic new items. We have a bunch of different shirts that you can only buy exclusively on this tour or on constantinemaroulis.net. We have really great 8x10 photos. We have great new trucker hats, tee shirts, spaghetti straps for girls, tattoos, framed pictures, color and b/w. Lots of good stuff!”

Did you ever, in your wildest dreams, think that you’d make it like you have and have so many women screaming your name, just hoping for you to look at them?
*Paula*

“Flat out? NO! I never thought this would have ever happened to me. I was always such a geek growing up and getting this sort of attention now feels like a miracle, really. I’m just so happy I have an audience that is anxious and excited about my work and looking towards the future as much as I am. I’m still learning and it’s always a process. I’m excited about the next few years of my life – definitely!”

The music we’re going to hear on this East Coast Tour…is it different from Idol? We’re not losing the rocker in him, are we!?!
*Marilyn*

“No! The new music is distinctly rock and roll so we’re not losing that! I just think that it has a bit more of a commercial edge to it. The songs have a more pop sound - they’re clear as far as the composition. So yes they are pop songs, but distinctly rock and roll! There are a few different styles in there - Latin rock, Americana rock, and Drama rock.”

Drama Rock!?!
*Mrs. Jones*

“Sure, gotta have drama rock, MJ! There’s drama everywhere else in my life!”

Who is the new band you’re touring with and what is their name?
*Danielle*

“The band is compiled of some amazing musicians from NYC. A singer/songwriter that I’ve worked with in the past and that I’m currently working with now. They come from different bands; they’ve played with some amazingly popular artists and credible acts, and have written songs for some amazing people – in more detail - you can find all their bios on myspace.com/constantinemaroulis in the blog that says, “THE BAND.” The band doesn’t have a name – they just have their own names. It’s me and them…it’s just what it is.”

Do you have a favorite song from this CD?
*Francesca*

“Well, the CD I’m planning on putting out…as far as material on it…none of it has been finalized, but …. I’m very excited about “Girl Like You.” I just love the song because it’s edgy and rock and roll, but it’s got a great hook. I think it has something for the teens right on up to the grandmas – it’s got something for everyone! It’s a fun, sexy, rock and roll song. I think it is a catchy song that has a lot of potential and I’m definitely hoping for some commercial success with it.”

Did you write it?
*Mrs. Jones*

“I did not write it. Angie Aparo and Kevin Kadish wrote it - two great people I’ve been collaborating heavily with…. Angie’s most famous for writing the giant hit “CRY” for Faith Hill. Kevin Kadish is an amazingly young talented producer/songwriter who’s out in Nashville.”

Do you like being a front-man for a band, as opposed to hanging on stage doing a solo gig?
*Dylan*

“I think I’m always a front-man whether I’m in a band of professional musicians that I’ve hired to back me or whether I’m solo. That’s what I do. I am a front-man. But when performing with a personalized band like Betty or these guys, I think the work is the same and I think I go about my business the same. I think I’m a little tamer with the new material and this band than I would be with the old material and Betty. It’s just a different animal.”

I know Constantine is a Yankee fan. Does he go to the games?
*Janice*

“I don’t get to go to too many because of my schedule, but somehow I manage to watch 160 games a year!”

Fans – there you have it!
YOU ASKED…
AND THE GREATEST GREEK ROCKER ANSWERED!

But before we go…
The Jones Talkin’ Speed Round!
No thinking, no do-overs, no cuts, no edits Constantine!

There you go, Constantine fans!
Go out and catch this show if you live on the East Coast!
Head on over to his new website, www.constantinemaroulis.net
And check it ALL out – there’s a lot of GREAT new stuff!

Thank you, Constantine, for taking time out for…
Jones Talkin’

DONE!