About Us
Christopher Annino: Co-Founder
Christopher Annino: Co-Founder
Christopher Annino: Co-Founder
- Co-Founder
- Artistic Director
- Chaplain
Christopher Annino is Co-founder of the New England Music Hall of Fame, and Women's Wrestling Hall of Fame. He was born with numerous disabilities. Despite his disabilities he is incredibly versatile with his abilities and in his career . A award winning filmmaker https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0030399/ A
- Co-Founder
- Artistic Director
- Chaplain
Christopher Annino is Co-founder of the New England Music Hall of Fame, and Women's Wrestling Hall of Fame. He was born with numerous disabilities. Despite his disabilities he is incredibly versatile with his abilities and in his career . A award winning filmmaker https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0030399/ Annino was a former firefighter and multi sport athlete who competed both as a amateur and professionally.
EDUCATION:
-Mitchell College- Bachelors (Journalism)
-Ct School of Broadcasting,
-CT Fire Academy
-Certified Chaplain
-Western Governors University-Masters Educational Leadership (Attending)
HONORS: National Thespian Society, Phi Theta Kappa, National Leadership Society, NCAA Athlete , Massachusetts Blues Ambassador
Amanda Epstein-
Christopher Annino: Co-Founder
Christopher Annino: Co-Founder
- Artist Relations
- Publicist
- Event Planner
Amanda Epstein is one of the most valuable people for the New England Music Hall of Fame she is, Event coordinator, Publicist, and A and R for NEMHOF. Amanda also is the owner of Nebula Music Nexus www.nebulamusicnexus.com and is the current editor of Restless Music Magazine www.restlessmusicmagazi
- Artist Relations
- Publicist
- Event Planner
Amanda Epstein is one of the most valuable people for the New England Music Hall of Fame she is, Event coordinator, Publicist, and A and R for NEMHOF. Amanda also is the owner of Nebula Music Nexus www.nebulamusicnexus.com and is the current editor of Restless Music Magazine www.restlessmusicmagazine.com She currently works at DI Records www.direcordspgh.com
EDUCATION: Western Governor's University
Liz Borden:
Christopher Annino: Co-Founder
Liz Borden:
- Music Director
- Event Planner
Liz Borden is an actor, musician, singer, songwriter, producer, music manager, photographer, artist and writer. Liz Borden is currently living in Los Angeles and Palm Springs, CA.
Liz has been playing in clubs since she was a teen. Her first two gigs were at The RAT in Boston and CBGB's in NYC. Liz played in band
- Music Director
- Event Planner
Liz Borden is an actor, musician, singer, songwriter, producer, music manager, photographer, artist and writer. Liz Borden is currently living in Los Angeles and Palm Springs, CA.
Liz has been playing in clubs since she was a teen. Her first two gigs were at The RAT in Boston and CBGB's in NYC. Liz played in bands until she formed the band LIZZIE BORDEN & The AXES with Rita Lavacchia. LIZZIE BORDEN & The AXES toured endlessly, signed with record labels and toured some more. She has won several awards for her music and for music production. She has released nine albums and continues to play live shows and record. Liz's songs are currently featured in television shows, commercials and movies. She also writes songs for many other artists. Growing up in music and in touch with the streets of NYC & Boston she writes from experience and from deep in her soul.
Liz Borden’s music has a melodic feel and a love of vocal harmonies. Add a dose rock and a punch of attitude and you have Liz Borden songs. Playing cover and original songs, some even crossing the Dixie line.
When not recording in the studio, you can find her on stage, writing new songs, producing other bands and recording in the studio.
In 2021 Liz finished filming an independent movie titled Angel. Angel is now traveling the film festival circuit. Also in 2021 Liz Acted in a movie written and directed by Cherie Kerr one of the founding members of the famous improv group The Groundlings. The title of the movie is Matricher Falls. Also in 2022 Liz Borden filmed the movie, The Path Of The Damed. A western set in the 1800’s. Liz Borden has also been acting in various TV shows.
Liz feels strongly about animal rights and is an strong supporter of animal rescue and adoption. Her love for animals has always flowed over into her household filled with fur and feather babies.
Liz currently has four books available on Amazon.
Jerry Colpits
Christopher Annino: Co-Founder
Liz Borden:
- Stage Manager
Jerry Colpits has had a love for music his whole life. That was cemented into his love of music and his future when at the age of fifteen he received his first stereo system. That changed his life. Jerry started working in music professionally in the 1980’s as a Concert promoter, stage manager, club manager and a band manag
- Stage Manager
Jerry Colpits has had a love for music his whole life. That was cemented into his love of music and his future when at the age of fifteen he received his first stereo system. That changed his life. Jerry started working in music professionally in the 1980’s as a Concert promoter, stage manager, club manager and a band manager. Jerry continues to work in the industry putting out quality events
Mario Taddeo
Heidi Waters:
Heidi Waters:
- Asst Stage Manager
- Event Designer
Mario Taddeo is a graphic designer and DJ, whose love for music started at an early age. While involved in the local Boston club scene in the 80s, became more involved in working in the clubs on a daily basis behind the scenes and eventually working in different roles. He is also the creative force behind A-Tad-Creative Designs.
Heidi Waters:
Heidi Waters:
Heidi Waters:
Media Relations
Heidi is from Woonsocket , RI and has a huge fondness of music especially from New England. Is recently widowed and enjoys the Boston Celtics. She is originally from Bangor, Maine and went to a all girls school where she excelled in English literature. Heidi writes for Patch https://patch.com/users/new-england-musi
Media Relations
Heidi is from Woonsocket , RI and has a huge fondness of music especially from New England. Is recently widowed and enjoys the Boston Celtics. She is originally from Bangor, Maine and went to a all girls school where she excelled in English literature. Heidi writes for Patch https://patch.com/users/new-england-music-hall-fame?fbclid=IwAR2LYBDeirc8BXhsmrKFd7wn19ZrP1Zl1xFwsFE61vht-WLxEEx1fHjD9m0
Education: Sweet Briar College Associates Degree.
Angel Orsini -
Heidi Waters:
Marie Parente
(Co-Founder)
Angel Orsini is one of the founding members of NEMHOF and Women's Wrestling Hall of Fame. Orsini holds a master's degree from Rutgers University and is a black belt in karate. Her and joy Nash own a life coaching wellness business called "Elevated Living." Orsini is a highly decorated professional wrestler and an award-winni
(Co-Founder)
Angel Orsini is one of the founding members of NEMHOF and Women's Wrestling Hall of Fame. Orsini holds a master's degree from Rutgers University and is a black belt in karate. Her and joy Nash own a life coaching wellness business called "Elevated Living." Orsini is a highly decorated professional wrestler and an award-winning filmmaker.
EDUCATION:
-Master's Degree Business Administration (Rutgers University)
Marie Parente
Heidi Waters:
Marie Parente
Mrs. New England Music Hall of Fame
- MRS. RHODE ISLAND AMERICAN 2021
- MRS. RHODE ISLAND UNITED STATES 2019,
- MISS RI INTERNATIONAL 2011
NEMHOF News
Steve Prescott
Vanessa Marchewka
Vanessa Marchewka
( NEMHOF Editor / Reporter)
Steve Prescott is a freelance music journalist. He enjoys early cinema especially old 8mm and 16mm films. He is a graduate of Nathan Hale-Ray High School and later attended Central Connecticut State University
Vanessa Marchewka
Vanessa Marchewka
Vanessa Marchewka
( NEMHOF Editor / Reporter)
Vanessa Marchewka is from Southington CT. She studied an earned her associates in Criminal Justice at Tunxis Community College and her Bachelors in Criminology at Central Connecticut State University.
Ivana Sanchez
Vanessa Marchewka
Ivana Sanchez
(Reporter)
Ivana is a multitalented Indian-born entertainer, educator, and journalist. She has had various international film and TV appearances. Ivana has also worked in theatre. Ivana is a reporter for NEMHOF News.
EDUCATION: MBA Healthcare (Long Island University) , MS IT Management (Campbellsville University) , MBA, (New England
(Reporter)
Ivana is a multitalented Indian-born entertainer, educator, and journalist. She has had various international film and TV appearances. Ivana has also worked in theatre. Ivana is a reporter for NEMHOF News.
EDUCATION: MBA Healthcare (Long Island University) , MS IT Management (Campbellsville University) , MBA, (New England College)
ROLE: President of Education Dept, NEMHOF News Reporter
Paul Gabriel
Vanessa Marchewka
Ivana Sanchez
(Reporter)
Paul Gabriel is a Blues Music Award nominated guitarist, singer and songwriter. In March 2018 Paul Gabriel was presented with the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Connecticut Blues Society for excellence in guitar playing, singing and songwriting; also for outstanding bandleader and entertainer. In July 2018 he was inducted
(Reporter)
Paul Gabriel is a Blues Music Award nominated guitarist, singer and songwriter. In March 2018 Paul Gabriel was presented with the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Connecticut Blues Society for excellence in guitar playing, singing and songwriting; also for outstanding bandleader and entertainer. In July 2018 he was inducted into the CT Blues Hall Of Fame as a Master Blues Artist, in 2020 he was inducted into the New England Music Hall Of Fame for his musical contributions to the music business over fifty year's. New England's first triple crown hall of famer. Websitehttps://www.paulgabriel.net/
Evan Ginzburg
Evan Ginzburg
Evan Ginzburg
(Columnist)
Evan Ginzburg is a published author and was an Associate Producer on the Oscar-nominated movie The Wrestler and acclaimed documentary 350 Days. He is a 30-plus-year film, radio, and TV veteran, has been an NYC club booker, and is a voice-over actor on the radiodrama Kings of the Ring. In addition, he is the Senior Editor for Pr
(Columnist)
Evan Ginzburg is a published author and was an Associate Producer on the Oscar-nominated movie The Wrestler and acclaimed documentary 350 Days. He is a 30-plus-year film, radio, and TV veteran, has been an NYC club booker, and is a voice-over actor on the radiodrama Kings of the Ring. In addition, he is the Senior Editor for Pro Wrestling Stories. Read his blog at www.evanginzburg.com. He can be reached on Twitter @evan_ginzburg, or by e-mail at evan_ginzburg@yahoo.com.
Drew Odgers
Evan Ginzburg
Evan Ginzburg
Announcer / Reporter
Drew is a graduate of the legendary Connecticut School of Broadcasting and has had moderate success in film and radio. He worked on WICH 1310 AM, WCTY , and Mystic News On SECT-TV
Wellness team
Josue Mercado
Josue Mercado
Josue Mercado
(NEMHOF Director of Chaplains)
EDUCATION: Cross roads community international bible institute 2011, Assembly of God seminary for ministry training, Ministry training church of Nazarene.
BIO: Josue is a ordained minister who wrestled professional for 15 years. Josue is also a talented musician and comedic writer/ actor. To easily find hi
(NEMHOF Director of Chaplains)
EDUCATION: Cross roads community international bible institute 2011, Assembly of God seminary for ministry training, Ministry training church of Nazarene.
BIO: Josue is a ordained minister who wrestled professional for 15 years. Josue is also a talented musician and comedic writer/ actor. To easily find him on all platforms you can check out his Link Tree @swayskits ( https://linktr.ee/swayskits ) Josue is also a talented musician and Education Cross roads community international bible institute
Sarah Miller
Josue Mercado
Josue Mercado
Chief Chaplain -
Sarah Miller is the official NEMHOF Director of the Chaplain and outreach program. She is also Chief of Chaplaincy at Chaplains on Call and Emergency Response, Inc"As a trans Muslim woman I am happy to be part of such a open an d diverse organization like New England Music Hall of Fame" Sarah Miller.
Education: Master
Chief Chaplain -
Sarah Miller is the official NEMHOF Director of the Chaplain and outreach program. She is also Chief of Chaplaincy at Chaplains on Call and Emergency Response, Inc"As a trans Muslim woman I am happy to be part of such a open an d diverse organization like New England Music Hall of Fame" Sarah Miller.
Education: Masters of Divinity in Chaplaincy Management at Esoteric Theological Seminary
Kay Bauer
Josue Mercado
Kay Bauer
Chaplain-
Kay a contributing writer for NEMHOF News and is is one of our Chaplain's. Kay began playing music at the age of 16. She has played for 35 plus years and has been on various stages from NY to LA . She can play classical to prog metal, countless studio hours, opening for the likes of Steelheart, the Spinners, Paul Rodgers w
Chaplain-
Kay a contributing writer for NEMHOF News and is is one of our Chaplain's. Kay began playing music at the age of 16. She has played for 35 plus years and has been on various stages from NY to LA . She can play classical to prog metal, countless studio hours, opening for the likes of Steelheart, the Spinners, Paul Rodgers with Jason Bonham, Dee Snyder, countless others and the list continues...Website: . https://planetkay.com/
inspiration
In Memory of Tommy Bonanno
Tommy Bonnano was the original person who came up with the concept of the New England Music Hall of Fame. He was a friend, a father, a advocate for people with disabilities and the reason why there is a New England Music Hall of fame. He was the greatest merch cat of all time. We miss you