December 2011:Appeared on Rock On Radio's Christmas Spectacular Show
January 2011: My last time hanging with Mayara before she left for Brazil. I miss you!!
January 2011: Recording Thankful CD at SBG Studioes in Robbinsville
January 2011: Gary Jakubicki formerly a Volunteer and my cousin at Pete's steakhouse
Februrary 2011: Kelly Carvin's Singer/Songwriter Shakedown in Trenton with Chuckie Schaeffer
February 2011: In the Studio with producer Jim Scheidler, Jo Wymer and Gary Jakubicki
March 2011: Songwriters in the Round Kelly Carvin, Natalie Acciani and me at West Deptford Library
March 2011: Songwriters in Round in Flemington with Barbara Harley and Al Lind my long time co-writers
March 2011: Russell Norkevich and I at the New Hope Winery
March 2011: Ernie White in studio to add color and leads to Follow Me Back off of Thankful
April 2011: Lisa Bouchelle sings harmonies on Manhattan for Thankful CD
April 2011: My family stars in my first music video "Without A Trace"
April 2011: Bff #2 Gina applies make up for video in the "Put-Make-up on Straddle"
September 2011: Jerzy Jung, me and Barbara Harley do Somerville Public Library Songwriters in the Round
June 2011: Jo Wymer's CD release party "Living with Scars"
June 2011: me and Glen Tagliari singing for Jo Wymer's release as back up chick and chuck
August 13, 2011: I released my second CD Thankful and had my CD release, a huge success!!
August 2011: my CD Release party at Hamilton Manor
September 2011: Show with me, Steve Romanowsky and Jo Wymer in Point Pleasant,NJ
October 2011: Performed at Hightstown Harvest fest with my band
November 2011: Performed at Papa Carl's Jam for Life at KatManDu with "The Kim Yarson Band"
November 2011: The Saint with the Kim Yarson band
November 2011: The Saint with me and my friends Todd, Carol, Al-Vis, me, Mike and Dan
December 2011: Last show of the year with my band at the Beanwood
Are you ready for The Kim Yarson band in 2012? We will be everywhere!!
Rock On Radio 12/18/11
Danny Coleman's Rock on Radio show 12/18/11. A blast for sure!!
Lisa Bouchelle helps me out with my song Manhattan.
JCPowellphotography.com A talent indeed.
Do I see a chick band in the making... Boobs and Craft. LOL.
Danny Coleman Rock On's Founder and my drummer too!
Me, Lynette and my bff Karen
Sheila of SheilaNorkis photography and Cook
Chuck Shaeffer and I
Me and Lynette who had on quite the buzz this night
Bouchelle and Wah
Thankful CD Release Party 8/13/11
Russell Norkevich leads off the Thankful CD Release party on August 13, 2001 at
The Hamilton Manor Sapphire Room
Photos by Sheila Norkis of SheilaNorkis.com
Sandy Zio the MC for the night also shares some of her originals and takes the stage as back up for my band!
Photos by Sheila Norkis of SheilaNorkis.com
I enter one of the best shows of my entire career with a packed house of friends, fans and family
Photos by Sheila Norkis of SheilaNorkis.com
Soul sister, Jo Wymer performs some of her songs off her new CD
Photos by Sheila Norkis of SheilaNorkis.com
My back up peeps Marisha and Sandy
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Photos by Sheila Norkis of SheilaNorkis.com
Photos by Sheila Norkis of SheilaNorkis.com
Kelly Carvin joins me on my song Without A Trace
Photos by Sheila Norkis of SheilaNorkis.com
My good buddy Paul Myatovich rocks out on his guitar.
Photos by Sheila Norkis of SheilaNorkis.com
The Bopsy twins Marisha Jakubicki and Sandy Zio having a blast singing
Photos by Sheila Norkis of SheilaNorkis.com
Mark Foreman, the sound man
Photos by Sheila Norkis of SheilaNorkis.com
Paul Myatovich on guitar and Mike Thompson on bass
Photos by Sheila Norkis of SheilaNorkis.com
Danny Coleman on drums
Photos by Sheila Norkis of SheilaNorkis.com
Photos by Sheila Norkis of SheilaNorkis.com
Charlie Ernst takes to the piano on Thankful and Reach also as a guest pianist on the CD
Photos by Sheila Norkis of SheilaNorkis.com
The band: Gary Jakubicki (lead guitar), Jo Wymer(harmonica, shaker eggs), Kelly Carvin(background), me, Paul Myatovich(guitar), Marisha Jakubicki(kneeling-background), Sandy Zio(background and MC), Mike Thompson(bass) and Danny Coleman(drums). My beautiful band of Volunteers. Thank you for a great night!!
My mom and I
After party fun, signing autographs, something I have to get used to doing but am honored to do so.
Photos by Sheila Norkis of SheilaNorkis.com
Love you guys all so much
Photos by Sheila Norkis of SheilaNorkis.com
The End!
Photos by Sheila Norkis of SheilaNorkis.com
The Sand Witch in Asbury Park
Playing the Sandwitch this summer 7/11 with Sandy Zio
The moon, the beach, singing, what more can a gal ask for.
How can anyone not be inspired singing to this moon with waves crashing?
The Making of my First Music Video 4/2011
LBI Music video readying for scene 1. Me with Terry and her son Ethan
His name is Clayton but I call him Clive and he was superb lighting dude!
Michael Patti as director and setting up lighting
Me with blanket in between scenes for bikini walk and Terry to keep me warm. So Cold!! BRRRRR!! Take 10 no lie!
You would never know it was a sunny 50 degrees out and I was shivering both inside and out but the footage will be great!
Take 1 Action: Lucy holds the clicker thingy. I had my own clicker which was pretty cool!
Take 3 and 4 and 5, hurry it's cold out here but not as cold as before now that I am fully clothed.
Scene 2 at end of dunes singing my heart out!
The Amazing Crew: from back to front,Michael, Clayton(Clive), Lucy and Jeremy
Writing a letter to my father to launch into the sea
My family came for a scene 3 where the boys wrote a letter and drew a picture for their grandpa they will never meet to lay on his grave in scene 6.
Walking the jetties at Barnegate light in LBI to launch the bottle with letter to dad scene 4
The launch as "I wave goodbye and have one last cry."
Patti putting himself in danger to get scene 4 perfect
My moral support the whole weekend long, and best friends since kindergarten.
Gina, me, Karen and Victoria!
The BFF make-up stradle as only BFFs can do!
Michael and Jeremy setting up scene 5 for the band scenes Day 2 of video shoot!
Literally warming up for the band scenes out on deck!
Paul Myatovich on lead, Danny Coleman on drums, Michael Thompson on bass and me!
A gorgeous but cold night in April in Loveladies, LBI to shoot my video.
Thanks to Mr. and Mrs. Peasbody for allowing me the use of their house!
Jeremy and Michael viewing the band scenes
Danny Coleman, Michale Thompson, me and Paul Myatovich
The day is done, sharing a bottle of champagne and happy to have had a successful video shoot!
Without a Trace coming soon. Stay tuned!!
Pete's Steak House3/18/11
Return to Pete's Steakhouse with my band "the Volunteers"
Mike Thompson on bass
Me and Gary Jakubicki on lead guitar
Marisha Jakubicki on backround and Danny Coleman on drums
My good friends: Karen, Lilly, Me, Daniela and Daniela
Daniela, me and Layanne, my CD selling managers!
The Brazilians rock and France too.
Sheila Norkis, my photographer for my CD photos
Adele, me and Lauren
I'll be back soon to Pete's!
West Deptford Public Library Songwriters in the round 3/6/11
Second songwriters concert at West Deptford library
Kelly Carvin sings a song with me and Natalie Acciani in the round
There is always a raffle winner at Kim Yarson's songwriters in the round.
My Yarson side came to visit me at the Library
Kelly Carvin(small), Kim Yarson(medium), and Natalie Acciani (tall) had fun at West Deptford Library
See you again West Deptford!
Princeton House Concert 2/27/11
Private intimate House Concert, Jo Wymer shares a song
Kelly Carvin
Kim Yarson(me) in pleather, life is always better in pleather!
Three NJ women releasing CDs this year: Jo Wymer (May release), Me(June release), Kelly Carvin(April release)
Stay tuned for our music coming your way!
Wymer, Yarson, Carvin, Hot, Hot, Hot
Wymer plays, sings, harmonicas, she does it all!
My good friend Judith came to support me, she is also my yoga instructor and one of the best!
Wymer, Yarson and Carvin. Come again, it was a great show!
Kelly Carvin's Singer/Songwriter Shakedown 2/12/11
Photo by Jeremy Sypniewski
Kelly Carvin's singer/songwriter shakedown with me, Chuck Schaeffer, Kevin Allen and others!
Chuck Schaeffer, a really nice guy and great songwriter!
Pete's Steak House 1/9/11
Kim Yarson and The Voluteers play Pete's Steakhouse for first performance of 2011.
An encore performance for us!
After 2 years of managing me and helping with my shows, Mayara has to go back to Brazil.
Thank you so much for your help, I will miss you!!
Cold fingers Gary Jakubicki on lead, Danny Coleman on drums, Mike Thompson on bass and Marisha Jakubicki on background vocals.
The table of Brazilians that rocked Pete's during my set, and Randy! Thanks for your support.
New guitar strap and Marisha Jakubicki being silly
Mayara, me and Isabela, my new manager to take the place of Mayara(who is irreplaceable). I hope!
Bruno so happy to be surrounded by beautiful women
Gino DiPierro of HamiltonRadio.net and his family. Thanks for your support!
Layane, me and Mayara. Layane is manager #2 I hope.
Corner Copia Fall Festival 10/16/10
Corner Copia Fall Festival outside with my band of Volunteers!
The Volunteers: Marisha Jakubicki on Background vocals, Gary Jakubicki on lead guitar, Me on bloody guitar, Danny Coleman on drums and Mike Thompson on bass.
Rocking the farm on a blustery day with my cool band
Kim Yarson and the Volunteers at Fall Festival
Gary Jakubicki, Marisha Jakubicki, me, Mike Thompson and Danny Coleman
6th Annual Papa Carl's Jam for Life Concert 10/3/10
Jo Wymer and the Itty Bitty band rocking out
Jo Wymer and Me
My band the volunteers
My first time playing Papa Carl's 6th Annual Jam For Life
Cold fingers Gary Jakubicki
A good time was had by all
Jammin for Juju 2 10/2/10
Jammin for Juju round 2 at It's A Grind with special guests Barbara Harley and Al Lind
CJ Barna shares his talent for Juju
Millie, Juju's Mom and myself
Stuart Laermer shares some some songs
Me, Barbara Harley and Al Lind
Me and Mayara Silvestre
Millie and Sandy Zio
Trevor, my littlest fan, thanks for your support!
Sandy Zio shares a song
Julianna, the guest of honor, finally arrived and Sandy Zio
Me and my angel Juju who inspires me
Sandy Zio, Russell Norkevich and myself. Thanks for performing!
CJ Barna and myself
Ewing Library SITR 9/17/10
Long time co-writers Barbara Harley and Al Lind join me at Ewing Library for my Songwriters in the Round.
Always a raffle winner at my Songwriters shows
Kim Yarson, Al Lind and Barbara Harley, a team of songwriters that have worked together for 12 years
Cookie Cottage 8/14/10 & Bordentown SITR 8/19
Bordentown Library Songwriters in the Round
Jo Wymer, Domenick Carino, me and Danny Coleman on percussion.
Vern wins my T-shirt This time. Congrats!
A winner at everyone of Kim's Songwriters in the Round. Giving is Godly!
Domenick Carino, me, Jo Wymer and Danny Coleman
Danny Coleman, me, Domenick Carino, and Jo Wymer
Enjoyed a show at the Cookie Cottage in Hamilton with Danny Coleman on percussion.
Danny Coleman and I rockin' on!
Danny Coleman
MIke Thompson, my new bass player comes out to support me!
Nothing like Cookies with Bailey's and coffee. Danny's friends are too cool!
West Milford Library and the Library III 8/9 and 8/10/10
Arlon joined me for the West Milford Songwriters in the Round.
BEAR COUNTRY I Say
I share a song with this very awesome listening audience.
Arlon Bennett shares one of his intelligent and fun songs called Red Light Kiss
The Satisfied T-shirt raffle winner. Great time in W. Milford.
Patty Blee and Me at Library III in Egg Harbor Township. What an amazing singer!
Coffee Works 7/31/10
Paul Myatovich and I return to Coffee Works for our third appearance
Paul Myatovich strikes a pose before our set
Friends of ours came out to enjoy the show.
Kim, Paul, Anthony, Rick and Melissa and Kevin. Thanks for coming out!
Freedom Fest 7/7 and 7/11/10
Kim Yarson and the Volunteers band 1: Matt Schifano, Joe Chianese, Me, Marisha Jakubicki and Gary Jakubicki.
Freedom Fest at night as main act was a great stage to play on with my band. I can't wait until next year.
My son Joey watches me play. Endearing!
Joe Chianese sings some rockin' standars like "Sweet Home Alabama".
Cold fingers Jakubicki rocks out on his guitar!
Marisha Jakubicki sings background vocals like an angel.
And a great time was had by Kim Yarson and the Volunteers!
House concert Songwriters in the round 6/25/10
Jim Popik shares a song in the round
Laura Cheadle shares a song in the round
Sandy Zio shares a song off her debut CD "All That I Am"
Sand Zio, Jim Popik, Laura Cheadle and myself sharing our original songs.
Torchy's Lyme Disease Fundraiser 6/19/10
Me and Ice Man Gary Jakubicki before our set
My boy Joe comes out to hang at the show and hung in all night.
Gearing up to play with my band the Volunteers
Rocking out at Bradley Beach
Kim Yarson and the Volunteers: Gary Jakubicki, Mike Thompson, Danny Coleman, me, Joey and Marisha Jakubicki
My goofy but awesome band of Volunteers!
Torchy Blane, me and my son Joey
It is an honor to sign the Torchy's Troubadour banner and be a part of this funraiser with my band.
me and Marisha Jakubicki
Cranford Public Library 6/15/10
Laura Cheadle funks it up at Cranford Songwriters in the Round
Shaun Ruymen sings from the heart
Great crowd came out from Cranford. Thanks for the opportunity.
Me with the winner of my Satisfied T-shirt
Jessica Handsman stops by to support me. Thanks honey!
Me, Shaun Ruyman and Laura Cheadle
Jammin' For Juju 6/13/10
Jammin for Juju concert at It's A Grind in Plainsboro. Juju's mom in white shirt.
Danny Coleman on percussion for my set.
Mayara and JD come to support!
Laurie Davis shares a couple songs for this event. Thanks so much Laurie!
Jim Gaven shares us a song and volunteers his time for Juju.
Me, Danny Coleman and Jo Wymer sharing him as our drummer. Oh Danny you lucky guy!
me and my buddy Jo Wymer
Jo Wymer plays with her band and Gerry was just great on trumpet.
Me on tambourine, Danny Coleman, Jo Wymer and trumpet Gerry. AMAZING!
Jim Gaven and I after his set, see the sweat!
Me, Barbara Harley and Al Lind my long time co-writers and friends.
Millie and I doing God's work together.
CJ Barna and I right before his set. What a doll!
Juju, our guest of honor was able to come and the room lit up whens she did.
Her daddy, Dave, her brothers and It's A Grind owner Deb Nunzo. Thanks for having us Deb!
My little earth angel Juju who teaches me so much about God's love.
Barbara Harley and Al Lind share their musical talent!
Laurie Davis and I. Congrats on winning one of the many raffles.
Jaden, Juju and Millie loving each other. Juju can not see but she heard our music and felt our love!
A great time was had by all and all for the love of Juju! Let's do it again soon!
It's A Grind 6/5/10
Paul Myatovich and I return to our favorite coffee house "It's A Grind" in Plainsboro
Paul Myatovich shares Wonderwall
Even the maracas are happy!
Paul and I back in the business of rockin' and fun!
Jessica, Paul, Regina and I strike a pose after the show.
My friend Carol brings her friend sout to support indie music. Thanks to all who came out.
Hillsborough Public Library SITR 6/3/10
Songwriters in the round at Hillsborough Public Library with Jo Wymer, Keith Monacchio and myself
Jo Wymer
Keith Monacchio
Shaking it up for Jo Wymer on her song Satisfied
The raffle winner of my Satisfied t-shirt, congrats!
A great time was had by all including the performers. Can you tell?
Kim Yarson and Jo Wymer leaning on the sexy Keith Monacchio.
Monmouth Library SITR and Haddonfield 5/10
Norman Taylor shares a song from Monmouth County Library Songwriters in the Round
Sandy Zio shares an original from her debut CD
Sandy Zio looks on as Joe Iantosca,our guest songwriter shares a song.
My second invite back at this warm and welcoming library
The raffle winner of my Satisfied T-shirt
Outside of Monmouth County Library Eastern Branch. Thanks for inviting me back!
Me, Norman Taylor and Sandy Zio had a blast at Monmouth Library for Songwriters Series.
Natalie Acciani at the Haddonfield Library Songwriters in the Round
Young up and coming singer/songwriter Natalie Acciani and myself
Bound Brook Library Songwriters in the Round 5/1/10
Arlon Bennet, Barbara Harley and myself for my second appearance at Bound Brook Library for my Songwriters Series
Arlon Bennet singing a song from his third CD called "Red Light Kiss".
Sharing a song for the crowd
Barbara Harley shares one of the many songs we've co-written together
Kyle Puccarello, our guest songwriter who happens to also be a Bound Brook Library employee. Thanks for sharing your talent Kyle!
Here is the raffle winner of my Satisfied T-shirt. Congrats!
Arlon Bennet, me and Barbara Harley honored to play Bound Brook again.
We'll be back soon!
West Deptford Library 4/18/10
Jo Wymer, Norman Taylor, Me and Patty Blee at W. Deptford Library for Songwriters in the Round
Patty Blee first time in the round, amazing!
Norman Taylor shares a song as our guest songwriter and lead slide player too!
Raffle winner of my CD donated by W. Deptford Library and my Satisfied T-shirt.
Always a winner at my Songwriters in the Round shows!
Jo Wymer, Mayara my manager and myself strike a pose.
Hot Picking Chicks: Jo Wymer, Patty Blee and Me
I hadn't see my Yarson side in 20 years so here is my Yarson reunion. Love you Dad in heaven!
Jo Wymer, Norman Taylor, Patty Blee and myself really rocked out at W. Deptford Library.
We will be back soon to South Jersey!
House Concert Series #1 4/16/10
House Concert Series #1 with Jo Wymer, me and Arlon Bennet and all the angel bubbles surrounding us.
Jo Wymer shares a song on piano
Enjoying listening to my musician friends sing.
Arlon Bennet shares a song
Reach Out To Me, I'll Hold Your Hand.
Coffeehouse Todd shakes for Jo Wymer on her song "Satisfied"
Hear New Brunswick Radio Show 4/2/10
Paul will take tips, beer, food for play. Hire him now!
My right hand gal Mayara joins me at the station to manage me.
Cookie Cottage and Westfield Songwriters in Round 3/10
Played with Danny Coleman on percussion, my Rock On Radio personality friend.
Tune in on Sunday nights to hear him on www.wifi1460.com
Played the Cookie Cottage in Hamilton and had a great listening audience
Danny Coleman and I rocking out and Rockin On!
Joe Iantosca, Barbara Harley and myself at Westfield Memorial Library for my Songwriters Concert
Barbara Harley sings to an angel and like an angel.
Judy wins the raffle of my Satisfied T-shirt, congrats.
Joe Iantosca, myself and Barbara Harley! We will be back soon.
Beanwood with Jo Wymer and I 3/26/10
Photo by Sheila Norkis of www.SheilaNorkis.com
Beanwood Coffee presents Kim Yarson and Jo Wymer rocking the house
Photo by Sheila Norkis of www.SheilaNorkis.com
Beanwood Coffee presents Kim Yarson and Jo Wymer rocking the house
Photo by Sheila Norkis of www.SheilaNorkis.com
Photo by Sheila Norkis of www.SheilaNorkis.com
OMG can this gal sing!
Photo by Sheila Norkis of www.SheilaNorkis.com
Fun will always be had with Jo Wymer by my side.
Dale sings us a couple of her original creations during our break. Way to go Dale!
Legend's Pizza with Jo Wymer/Kim Yarson 3/5/10
Jo Wymer and I play together at Legend's Pizza. What more can you ask for but a glass of red with a touch of Jo's blues/jazz. This woman is an amazing guitarist.
The great Norman Taylor came out to color our songs with mandolin. SWEET!
These two blues artists sound like they have sang together forever. Beautiful to my ears.
Here I am playing Jo Wymer's guitar because mine had a screw loose or was that me who had the screw loose?
Jo Wymer with her angelic voice!
Norman Taylor plays Mandolin for my song "Stop the Wind".
The future of music, my son on vocals and his friend on guitar.
Jo Wymer, myself and Norman Taylor
Papa Carl's Jam For Life at Ivy Tavern 2/10
Volunteering for Papa Carl's Jam for Life Fundraiser at the Ivy Tavern.
The host for the night and singer/songwriter Sandy Zio shares a song.
Kelly Carvin and her drummer share a song and look at all the liquor.
Jessica Paris with her band Honey Spot Boulevard.
My buddies Dana and Dina come out for a drink and some fun.
Mayara, myself and Sandy Zio strike a close up.
Beanwood Coffee Latin Bistro 1/28/10
Sharing music with friends and fans in this cozy and welcoming Coffeehouse in Bordenton, the Beanwood!
Sandy Zio shares an original from her debut CD "All That I Am"
Little rock star shaker in the making, Blake enjoys playing along with me.
Uncle Hairy and I
Sheila, myself and Dale, thanks for coming out!
Sandy Zio and I ROCK ON!
Legend's Pizza 1/15/10
Paul Myatovich and I play at Burlington's Legend's Pizza
Yeah we're coming to a town near you, look out!
You have to love a refillable soda fountain. You can drink it all night long!
Repeat fans Arlene and Vernon coming out to support live and local musicians like myself. Thanks guys!
Rock On Radio 12/13/09
My first appearance on Rock On Radio with Danny Coleman which aired all over the country.
Photos by JC Powell Photography
Sang live Once More from debut CD Satisfied and Reach from upcoming CD.
Photos by JC Powell Photography
My buddy Paul Myatovich joined me for this interview and we had so much fun.
Photos by JC Powell Photography
Breakfast with Satan and in the raw on Rock on Radio.
Photos by JC Powell Photography
Art the sound man, BC, Paul Myatovich, Me and Danny Coleman. Tune in every Sunday night on www.wifi1640am.com
Julianna's 5th birthday and It's A Grind 12/5/09
Here I sing the song Julianna inspired in me 3 years ago when I first met this angel.
"The Art of Letting Go" was written after being in this girl's presence for a 1/2 hour.
God doesn't make anyone less than perfect. Juju is perfect and has a mission to teach us about God's love.
Touched by an angel!
Jo Wymer and I totally rocking out together and loving it!
The snow won't stop Jo Wymer and Kim Yarson from rocking out together.
Thankful is how I feel right now in my life. Stay tuned for this song on my next CD.
Photo by Jon Josephs http://jonjosephs.zenfolio.com
Photo by Jon Josephs
http://jonjosephs.zenfolio.com
My band the Volunteers: Matt Scifiano on drums, Me, Gary Jakubicki on lead, Allison Bergen on background vocals and Jonathan Gonzales on Bass.
I debuted a song called "Reach" from my upcoming CD due out in 2010.
We'll be back in 2010 with release of upcoming CD "Thankful".
My second appearance at Cafe Improv with my band
I share a song from my upcoming CD but not before I stick out my tongue at Jo Wymer
Jo Wymer finally makes it out to Hickory Corner Library for my one year anniversary of Songwriters in the Round
The talented piano/songwriter Sandy Zio joins in the one year songwriters in the round celebration!
Coffee house Todd is always at shows to support us local indie artists. We love you Todd!
Everyone is a winner at Songwriters in the round with a raffle of my T-shirt at every show.
Princeton Public Library 11/1/09
Jo Wymer shares a song "Come on Baby" at Princton Public Library Songwriters in the Round.
Sarah Donner shares a song from her debut CD "the sleep you've been missing".
I share a song for this wonderful audience at Princeton Library. My first Songwriters in the Round here but not the last.
Sarah's friend Brad plays the kazoo and the beat box. Thanks Brad!
Sandy Zio, our guest songwriter, plays the guitar and is out of her element; she is a piano chick.
Jo Wymer, Sarah Donner and myself had a great time at Princeton Public Library. We'll be back!
Sandy Zio, Jo Wymer, Sarah Donner and me had a blast!
Pt. Pleasant SIR and Coffee Works 10/24/09
Paul Myatovich shares a song as we appear again at Coffee Works in Voorhees for second time!
A great stage to perform on and a great audience. I love Coffee Works!
Sharing a song with my whole heart and feeling SATISFIED!
Supriya shares the stage with me on violin for three songs for her first performance in years. Great Job!
I am more than this body that keeps growing old, I am pure I am hope I am love I AM SOUL
-dedicated to my loving mother Diane who inspired the song-
Paul is always entertaining and sang some great 90s hits for us.
Regina, me and Jessica came out to support me. Love you guys!
Supriya is now supporting me by being pro-active on violin. Anyone else want to join me!
Thanks for having us Coffee Works be back in 2010 with release of my next CD!
Performed at Point Pleasant Library with Joe Iantosca and Sandy Zio for my Songwriters in the Round.
A truly great library to perform at with a very attentive audience. We will be back in 2010!
Another lucky raffle winner of my Satisfied T-shirt. Congrats, we'll be back!
Robbinsville Songwriters in Round 10/13/09
Songwriters in the Round at Robbinsville Library as Kelly Carvin shares a song.
Enjoying listening to my friend Sandy Zio share a song from her debut CD "All That I Am"
Hot chicks with picks and keys: Sandy Zio, me and Kelly Carvin
Who says singer/songwriters can't be sexy?
This young lady won the raffle for my Satisfied T-shirt. Come again!
Songwriters in the Round Bound Brook Library 10/3/09
A complete honor to be playing next to the great Joe Iantosca and my long time friend and mentor Barbara Harley
Joe Iantosca shares another amazing creation he just wrote that totally wowed us at Bound Brook Library!
All I can say is "Amazing" songwriters in the round. I am so glad I started this show.
Barbara Harley, Me and Joe Iantosca at Bound brook library
A great time was had by all and I forgot to take a photo of the t-shirt winner Paul Schroeder. Next time so come on out to SIR soon!
Bordentown Record Collector, Italian American Fest 9/25-26/09
Gary Jakubicki, Marisha and myself play at Record Collector in Bordentown opening for Amy Speace
A very close and intimate crowd indeed but I met a few new fans.
"Cold-fingers" Jakubicki plays lead guitar
The beautiful Marisha Jakubicki on background vocals really emoting in my song!
Larisa Spitzer came out to play on violin for three songs along with Gary and Marisha and my biggest "FAN" behind me. ;)
My good friend and fan "Coffeehouse Todd" came all the way from Old Bridge to see me and Amy. Thanks Todd!
Me posing with Amy Speace and owner of BRC in background.
My band the Volunteers at the Italian American Fest: Gary Jakubicki, Marisha Jakubicki, me, Joe Chianese, Matt Shifano and missing from photo Paul Myatovich.
Let's not forget my son Joey who caries my guitar and equipment and sings all my songs in front row!
Paul Myatovich on rhythm guitar and Joe Chianese on bass.
Joey stormed the stage after singing to him "Promise Me" and I almost lost it!
Photo by Shiela Norkis my friend and fan.
Photo by Shiela Norkis
Photo by Shiela Norkis
Photo by Shiela Norkis
My son Joey playing with my Satisfied beachball
Photo by Shiela Norkis
Legend's Pizza 9/6/09 & Middletown Library SIR 9/20/09
A fantasic songwriters in the round at Middletown Library on a beautiful day with Norman Taylor and Jo Wymer!
Blues artist Norman Talyor sang his originals and played lead for our songs. Great guitarist!
Enjoying Norman sing his creation!
Singing background for Jo Wymer is a pleasure. She is amazing!
Sharing a new creation called "Hope" about three days old.
The winner of the raffle, a sweet man who gave his shirt to his wife. What a doll!
A great time was had by all with Jo Wymer, Norman Taylor and myself! We'll be back for sure!
I really enjoyed playing at Legend's Pizza on the streets of Burlington.
Here is the face of someone dealing with a serious heckler but I handled him well.
The talented Norman Taylor shares a song.
My good friends Mike and Adele come on out to support me. thanks guys!
Long time friend and fan, Supriya shows up to support me with her family.
LBI Photo Shoot 8/2009
Photo by Mark Jakubicki
Photo by Mark Jakubicki
Photo by Mark Jakubicki
Photo by Mark Jakubicki
Photo by Mark Jakubicki
Photo by Mark Jakubicki
Nose to nose with one of the loves of my life-my son Joey.
Photo by Mark Jakubicki
Photo by Mark Jakubicki
Photo by Mark Jakubicki
Photo by Mark Jakubicki
Photo by Mark Jakubicki
Photo by Mark Jakubicki
Photo by Mark Jakubicki
Photo by Mark Jakubicki
Buckalew's Tavern Gig 8/24/09
Me singing at Buckalew's in LBI while on vacation. Note to self: learn a Grateful Dead song. Sandy Zio in back.
Sandy Zio sings a song from her debut CD All That I Am and some great covers too.
Me with my BF5 Terry (she loves when I call her that) sporting my Satisfied T-shirt!
Shannon and Stacey come out to support me at LBI. Thanks girls!
Sandy and I rocked out at Buckalew's and even my hubby and kids stayed until 10pm. Joey fell fast asleep in a booth!
A cute couple attentively watched our show front row. Thanks guys!
Sandy and I strike a pose in front of Buckalew's. What happened at Buckalew's stayed at Buckalew's.
Cambridge Inn 8/19
Paul Myatovich joins me for a show at Cambridge Inn, I hadn't seen him all summer.
I told a funny joke, you'll have to come to a show to hear it. Paul didn't think it was funny.
Paul and I are staring at a bug on the floor and I think he likes my music. LOL.
Coffeehouse Todd comes out to show some support and do some shaking on Expectation Vacation. Love you Todd!
Bandmate and buddy Paul Myatovich, back in business.
My buddy Coffeehouse Todd sporting my T-shirt.
Mayara not only takes my photos but loves to take her photo, Thanks Foca!
My volunteers Paul and Mayara having some fun.
My friend Rhonda who came to support me.
Chicks with Picks Green Planet 8/15
Getting ready to sing with these wonderfully talented women at Chicks with Picks hosted by Jo Wymer
Enjoying Jo Wymer sing as usual, I can't wait for her CD to come out.
Shelly Aarden, Laura Monzo, Melissa Anthony, me and Jo Wymer sharing our origininals at Green Planet.
My best buddy Gina came to support me and we lulled her son to sleep.
Chicks with Picks: Laura Munzo, Shelly Aarden, Moon on bongos (getting in touch with his feminine side), Melissa Anthony, me and Jo Wymer. And a great time was had by all!
Mayara just may become a singer/songwriter if she keeps on managing me! You go girl!
East Brunswick Songwriters in the round 7/30/09
Playing again with Joe Iantosca and Jo Wymer is just a pleasure and an honor.
Appreciating the wonderful writers I invited to EBPL songwriters-in-the-round that was televised for the local EB tv station.
Joe Iantosca shares us one of his many masterpieces. Joey D is my favorite.
Whether Bonnie Blue or Coming Home, Joe Wymer puts her heart into her songs. I am a huge fan.
Coffeehouse Todd joins Jo Wymer on "Boulevard" sporting my Satisfied T-shirt.
Guest songwriter Kevin McGowen shares a song at our round called "my town". Thanks Kevin.
The library moved our show over to the court house which was awesome! Jo Wymer acting as judge and I am guilty as charged!
NJ's best: Kevin McGowen(guest songwriter), me, Jo Wymer, Joe Iantosca keepin' it real. First time for everything singing in a courtroom!
Proud raffle winner of my Satisfied T-shirt that she will give to her grandson! Thanks for coming and a great time was had by all!
Mary Jacob's Library Songwriters-in-the-round 7/23/09
Sandy Zio shares a song from her debut CD at mary jacob's library in Rocky Hill.
I shared Songwriters-in-the-round with Sandy Zio and Joe Iantosca and a wonderful audience.
So happy to be living the dream and sharing the library circuit with such awesome talent.
Guest Songwriter Ruth Greenwood shares with us a song called "Family Circus" which was great. Thanks Ruth!
Candy Willis shows her support as director of MJL by being Satisfied. Thanks Candy!
The winner of my raffle for Satisfied T-shirt!
Freedom Fest 7/11&12/09
A beautiful yellow moth attached to me right before I set stage which I consider a very spiritual sign.
Kim Yarson and the Volunteers on the Freedom Fest Stage at Horse Park of NJ.
"Ice Man" Gary Jakubicki concentrates with his whole being on lead guitar. Great job!
Jonathan Gonzales rocking out on bass.
Jose Castillo on drums, great job!
My good friend Supriya comes out to support me with her two beautiful children. Thanks, I love ya!
Day 2 of Freedom Fest, we are blessed to sing again on this stage.
Creative Silk Screening by Deb in Allentown, NJ sponsored my show and gave me 10 free T-shirts to give away. Here are two lucky winners.
My good friend Anita came out to support my show. Thanks girl!
Here I am with my toothless Joey who always sings every lyric to my songs! My smalles fan and inspiration!
the Kim Yarson.com Satisfied Beach Ball that always brings fun to the young at heart.
KimYarson and The Volunteers: Jonathan Gonzales(bass), Jose Costillo (drums), Marisha Jakubicki (background vocals), Me, my son Joey, Gary Jakubicki(lead guitar)
Old Bridge Songwriters in round
Getting ready to perform at OldBridge songwriters in the round
ME, Joe Iantosca and Jo Wymer share our original creations
Jo Wymer shares a beautiful song
Coffee House Todd does a shaker solo. You go boy!
People really do win at Kim Yarson’s SIR series where she always raffles off a free Satisfied T-shirt.
My friend Barbara and her hubby John come to support live and local music
And a great time was had by all. Thanks from Kim, Jo and Joe!
Robbinsville Library Songwriters in round 6/18 Barrington Coffee
Jessy Tompsko makes her first appearance at SIR and she was just awesome
Jo Wymer a regular at my Songwriter's in the round program at Robbinsville Library
Chicks with Picks and great songs to share: Jessy Tompsko, myself and Jo Wymer
Randy won the raffle that I always do at the SIR series. He is Satisfied!
Gary Jakubicki and I make our first appearance at the Barrington Coffee House
The Barrington was packed with the most attentive audience I've ever played for.
Photos by Jack Cummings
Very grateful to be sharing my heart with this awesome audience.
Photo by Jack Cummings
Gary patiently waits as I talk to the audience. No I do not talk too much!
Photo by Jack Cummings.
Photo by Jack Cummings and I must say he is very good!
Photo by Jack Cummings
I took this one of Natalie Acciani who is one great young talent to watch out for.
Natalie Acciani and myself at Barrington Coffee House. Thanks for having me and I hope to be back soon!
Grover's Mill with Jo Wymer 6/12/09 & St. Mark's Festival 6/13/0
Performing with Jo Wymer is always a blessing
Jo and I work so well together yet our music is so different. A mutual love and admiration between us!
I Hate Goodbyes is aways a crowd pleaser with Sandy Zio my buddy taking photos of me.
JO and Sandy making fun of me while I sang and emoted.
Braids compliments of my stylist and manager Mayara from Brazil. Foca!
My friend Joyce and cousin Lucille come out to support me. Thanks!
Whose that girl hiding her beatuiful face, is it the great Sandy Zio sporting my Pink Satisfied T-shirt?
My friend Margaret got a free Shirt for coming out to the most shows! Come on out, I am generous! Margaret also sent my CD to Germany so thanks for that!
Enjoying the voice of an angel sing! I love Jo Wymer!
The voice of an angel, but boy can she Rock, the great Jo Wymer!
Paul Myatovich and I play St. Mark's one year from my first performance as an artist. Happy Anniversary to me!
The crowd uses their cell phones like the old lighter while I sang. Technology.
Joey joins us on stage and the crowd goes wild as he keeps a steady beat on the drums for Once More. You rock son!
The newest little Volunteer in my band. Paul, Joey and myself after my St. Mark's set.
Tribute to Mom's Middletown Library 5/17/09
Jo Wmyer and I had a blast playing at Middletown Library and really felt energy in the room full of attentive listeners.
Thanks Middletwon Library for allowing us to share our gifts and talents in a Tribute to Moms!
What an honor to play side by side with the great Jo Wymer.
I sang many mommy songs including: If Children Ruled the World, Stop the Wind(inspired by my Tommy) and my favorite Promise Me inspired by my Joey.
Jo played so awesome that we thought her guitar was going to go up in flames.
I can feel the mutual admiration between Jo and I.
Jo backs me up on harmonica for Expectation Vacation. Thanks Jo!
Here Jo plays beautifully on piano a cover tune called "Beautiful" dedicated to her mom who passed on this very day some years ago.
Here I am enjoying Jo Wymer sing on piano front row.
Here are the winners of the raffle for my Satisfied T-shirt and CD. Both very much enjoyed the show and I'm glad they could take a memory home with them free of charge.
Here is my wonderful mother who had a dedication both with Stop the Wind and I Am Soul. She also said she felt a spiritual presence in the room and it was the best she ever heard me sing! Maybe that one voice lesson I had is paying off. Thanks Mom!
The shirt I am wearing is a drawing of jellyfish by my son Joe that PTA had made into a shirt! I love it!
Rhythm and Brews Festival 5/23/09
Here is my best buddy Karen setting up my table helping me sell product. She never fails me! I love ya gal.
Me with a couple of my smallest fans.
My friends Caryn and Dina.
Here my son Joey joins me on stage to launch my kimyarson.com beach ball into the crowd. It was a big hit with the kids hitting it around while I sang.
Here you have the Jakubicki band: Gary on lead, me, my son Joey and Marisha. It's like the Partidge family.
Camera guy filming me for local Princeton channel. thanks Junior League for all the publicity.
Joe in action ready to kick the ball. Word has it that he sang every song. My biggest fan!
I am so loving my life
Watching all the birdies go by...on this Expectation Vacation Today!
Here is my son having a blast on stage with me. Nothing like singing and parenting simultaneously. No problem!
Uncle Gary rocking out on lead guitar and my son rallying up the crowd on beach ball patrol!
Here is Kate who caught my cute new Pink Girlie Satisfied T-shirt. Congrats girl!
Cool Beans 5/1/09
Yoli Alto, myself and Jo Wmyer rock out at Cool Beans in Toms River
Then I Woke Up, eh la da, eh la da, eh la da da da da. Someday all will sing along!
Very proud to have busted my first guitar string during this show. Thanks to Jo, she let me use her guitar and changes my string all before I was done with my song.
Had an absolute awesome time with these two talented ladies.
I couldn't be happier playing with Jo and Yoli.
Yeah, Jo really brought it home. yeah she brought it home.
Here is Victoria, my best buddy's daughter with her "Girls Rock" shirt on. Yoli, Jo and myself.
Here is my friend from Kindergarten Gina who came out to support me.
And a great time was had by all especially the performers.
It's A Grind
My buddy Paul Myatovich setting up our equipment and sound before our show.
I always start off my show with a song called Stage Fright I wrote to lighten up myself and the crowd!
I sang my heart out and was invited back a month later.
Despite not feeling well Paul sang a Live cover tune to give my voice a break. Thanks Paul!
It was an honor to have my friend Larisa Spitzer come and play violin for my songs I Am Soul and Promise Me. She will be appearing on my CD as well playing on these songs.
Cafe Improv TV taping4/25/09
Getting ready for my first tv taping performance. Nervously excited!
Here I am practicing I Am Soul with Larisa Spitzer, one awesome violinist.
Wow here is my 7 piece band that rocked: Gary Jakubicki(lead guitar), Jonathan Gonzales(bass), Marisha Jakubicki(background vocals), Chris Poreda (drums), ME(happy), Paul Myatovich (acoustic guitar), Larisa Spitzer (violin)
Here are my biggest supporters and "Margarita girls". I love ya sisters.
No retakes on this one, just played straight through live, mistakes and all. Was great fun.
Never put Paul Myatovich directly behind me since he is bound to do something silly to make me crack up.
Gary Jakubicki came prepared with his awesome equipment that rocks. Thanks!
Marisha sporting my Satisfied T-shirt and did great with background vocals.
Thanks for having me, we just named the band Kim Yarson and the Volunteers! Don't worry band I will pay you soon! I have faith.
Triumph Live in Philly, PA
My long time friend Paul Myatovich who backs me up on lead guitar. Thanks friend!
I sing my original 10 from my debut CD Satisfied. I crossed over the border for my Philly debut.
I Am Satisfied deep inside. This feels right. I'm Satisfied What a Ride. I'm loving my life!
I made a patron cry with my emotive song "I Hate Goodbyes".
Jessica and Angela our supportive fans from NJ! You rock girls.
Enjoyed a steak "with" at Pat's famous steaks in Philly with Paul, Jessica and Angela.
Record Collector Concert Series
Kiera Myatovich decided she wants to be a singer. My smallest fan.
Paul Myatovich and his daughter Kiera who came to watch with her mom, Beth.
My debut opening up for Lori Lampkin at Bordentown's Record Collector Concert Series.
Do you just love the pants?
I sing my heart out for a 1/2 hour original songs from my CD Satisfied.
I was honored to have met three new fans!
I Am More than my tears and more than my pain
I Am More than my fears and more than my shame
I Am pure I Am hope I Am love I Am Soul!
My mother Diane and the inspiration behind I Am Soul. Thanks Mom, I love you!
Lori Lampkin and I at the Record Collector. A great singer go to www.lorilampkin.com
LBI Photo Shoot
KatManDu Artist Showcase
Gearing up to play in my childhood home Trenton, NJ's KatManDu Artist Showcase
Rocking out with my buddy Paul Myatovich.
Sang Then I Woke Up, I Hate Goodbyes, Satisfied and I Am Soul for my four-song set.
Just so darn proud that I got through the songs without a hitch!
KatManDu Artist Showcase
My best buddies from high school Maxine, Heather, Dana, myself and Dina.
Paul and I play KatManDu showcase again to promote my CD Satisfied.
Played Once More and dedicated it to my dog Bonnie who just passed.
Paul does some fancy guitar work here for Satisfied.
Slow Down Cafe 10/08
Paul Myatovich and I play all my originals from Satisfied to attentive audience of friends.
Paul sings Wicked Games by Chris Isaak to his friend Rich. How sweet and funny too?
Lifs is good when you do what you love.
Beth Myatovich holds up lyric sheet for new song I tried out called "I Need More".
Hickory Corner Library Songwriters-in-the-round
Kim Yarson and friends sing a songwriters-in-the-round style for the Hickory Corner Library.
Joe Iantosca sings his heart out on Joey D and makes us all cry.
Kelly Carvin sings her heart out with her beautiful voice and awesome songs
This was my first songwriters-in-the-round but not my last.
I am enjoying listening to Joe and Kelly sing their awesome songs.
The audience of the show both young and old.
I sang my son Joey's song "Fly Away" as he listened in and made a few moms cry. No surprises since it made me cry after I wrote it.
My beautiful mom tears up to "I Am Soul" which I wrote with her in mind. I love you mom, you are more than your fears, more than your pain, you are pure, you are hope, you are love, YOU ARE SOUL!
It's A Grind 10/08
My second appearance at It's A Grind was a packed house of fans, friends, family and neighbors.
I am humbled and grateful for all of the support!
Paul goes out on a limp and throws in a Springsteen song. Elyse is going to be sorry she missed it.
I am honored to have met three more fans this evening as I sang my heart out.
Thanks to the It's A Grind staff for their support and belief in my music!
Just plain grateful to have finally accepted my gifts and talents and for the support.
Dina, Cousin Donna, Maxine, Carey, and God daughter Jenna Marie.
Thanks for coming. Just like hearts...Giggle, giggle, giggle... "I can't say Condom" LOL!
Thanks Margaret and friends for your support and for taking photos.
Cafe 222 11/8/08
Cafe 222 presents Kim Yarson-how cool is that? My first billboard but hopefully not my last.
Kim and band mate Paul do a sound check.
All smiles before my performance. Great stage, great sound system.
My co-writers Barbara Harley and Al Lind come to see me. Barbara does some harmonizing for me and sings two songs. Thanks Barb and Al.
All smiles from Paul. Is that contrived or real?
My buddy Barbara Harley and I hanging out.
And a great time was had by all especially me. I love to sing for people whether they pay attention or not.
