The John Gora Band
In 1990 the band released their first polka CD, READY FOR TAKEOFF with a polka version of "Yellow Polka Dot Bikini" becoming their first hit. The band has released an additional 6 recordings: TAKE A SPIN in 1994, DUTY FREE POLKAS in 1998 (Grammy Nominated), FOLLOW ME in 2000 (Grammy Nominated), CAN AM POLKAS in 2002, PANGORA'S BOX in 2004 (Grammy Nominated) and BULLETPROOF POLKAS in 2007 also Grammy Nominated. In August of 2008 John and the band were recognized by the IPA (International Polka Association and won awards for the “CD of the Year” for their recordingBULLETPROOF POLKAS and IPA “ Song of the Year” for the song “Kiss of Fire”. "Bulletproof Polkas" CD is also nominated for the JUST PLAIN FOLKS MUSIC AWARDS in Nashville, TN
On June 25, 2009 the eigth CD was released
"POLKA PLAYIN' FOOL"
In May of 2013 the newest release is out titled
"BUTTERFLY"
