SAGE is a dynamic eight piece band with a collection of seasoned performers who have been entertaining audiences at nightclubs, concerts for years. Winners of the KFOX "Last Band Standing" competition, SAGE plays it all from Top 40 to Motown & Blues.
www.sagemusic.com
NITECRY nails a high impact performance every time. They play blues, R&B and rocking soul with a raw power and directness that speaks volumes. Their high energy, unique stage presence and full-speed-ahead performance style keeps audiences vibrating with energy and excitement. Their style and sound combines soulful lead vocals, smooth multi-part harmonies, breathtaking solos, and a fiery stage show that has continuously earned them rave reviews and awards.
THE GROOVE KINGS musical repertoire ranges from popular rock n’ roll to classic R&B all designed to keep the dance party going. Whether it’s a popular Motown medley featuring “I Can ' t Help Myself (Sugar Pie Honey Bunch)”, Van Morrison’s ode to his “Brown Eyed Girl”, “Pick Up the Pieces” by the Average White Band, or the “Smooth” sounds of Santana, all the music is arranged and performed with the purpose of getting everyone on the dance floor, singing along and clapping their hands.
www.groovekingsband.comTHE HITMEN have been delivering high energy dance music for audiences up and down the West Coast for over 11 years. The unique musical background of the 9-piece band (consisting of some of the best musicians in the Bay Area) mix their abilities and experiences to create and perform a musical dance review that transcends musical boundaries. The Hitmen play a variety of hits from the 70's to modern day favorites.
www.thehitmen.com
SPANG-A-LANG is a "Funky, Fusion, R&B, Jazz, Pop Band led by Eleven time Grammy winner, singer, songwriter, and producer Tony Lindsay (internationally known as the lead singer for guitar legend Carlos Santana). A staple in northern California, Spangalang has opened for Curtis Mayfield, Tower of Power, Gerald Albright, Junior Walker, and the Average White Band.
www.tonylindsay.com
PT & THE CRUZERS When PT & the Cruzers take the stage, you'd better be ready to rock. This four-piece band is made up of seasoned musicians who got together about five years ago. With a sizzling lead guitar, distinctive vocal styling, and fancy finger work on the keys... this band will have you begging for more. From "Brick House" to "When a Man Loves a Woman" you'll be rockin' all night long.
www.ptcruzers.com
JamFunkShus shows its deep respect for the "old school" elements of funk, soul, and R&B. They do this with the passion, power and conviction that gives them a true authenticity when playing the greatest hits that America has loved for decades. This versatile 11-piece band includes a tight 5-piece horn section that fuels the huge sound and passion the band delivers. With an all-pro rhythm section, vocal harmonies, and their unique "vocal chameleon" the band has won rave reviews everywhere it has performed. Repertoire includes hits from Earth, Wind & Fire, Kool & The Gang, Chicago, Ohio Players, Tower of Power, and many more.
Whiskey Hill is a funky soul group of musicians from California. Formed in 2000, the band has performed hundreds of shows all over the Bay Area, Southern California, Las Vegas and Arizona. Whiskey Hill plays original music, as well as paying tribute to some of the greats of soul, funk, and blues music such as Muddy Waters, Sly Stone, the Meters, Stevie Wonder et al... Whiskey Hill’s full, funky sound complete with horn section, gets people off their feet and dancing all night long.
http/www.whiskeyhillmusic.com/
The Joint Chiefs are one of most versatile and exciting bands currently performing on the Northern California music scene. Since their inception in 1990, The Joint Chiefs have built a loyal following based on their live performances as well as their wide range of styles and influences. Their sound fuses elements of Funk,Jazz, and Classic R&B with their own signature groove. The result is a dance party of infectious groovs. Don Caruth/ guitar/vocals/bandleader/has also performed with the likes of Dale Ockerman/Doobie brothers, Tony Lindsay of Spang ga lang/ Santanna,Terrence Howard . toured since 2005& current with Sista Monica Paker. Bill Biala /saxophone/vocals/has performed with John Lee Hooker/Lydia Pense/Greg Allmen/Deacon Jones/Albert collins to name a few . Don Thomas/drums/vocals/ has performed with likes of Mary Wells/TheCoasters/Dorothy Morrison of/ Edward Hawkins. toured since 2005 to current with EC Scott. Danile Lewis/bass/Al James band/Dream Beach/Jive Hounds. One listen proves this band can deliver the goods on disc as well as on stage!!!!!!!!
http://www.thejointchiefsband.com/
The Cocktail Monkeys swing into the scene with a Bay Area favorite.
The Cocktail Monkeys bring you more than exciting music and perfect vocal harmony; they bring fun, camaraderie and professionalism to each show. With an alluring and powerful stage presence, from the first song, Renee leads you through a fantasy evening covering your favorite songs by your favorite bands. From note one, you realize you are among the Bay Area’s top notch musicians. Mark St. John plays a screaming guitar while Bobby Asea sets the beat on bass with Will Diamond keeping it rock steady all with the drive and passion you will come to see as the heart of the Cocktail Monkeys. Professional showmanship and the goal of ”a good time had by all” mark the purpose of this band. When you hire the Cocktail Monkeys for your event you know you have set the stage for your guests to have a wonderful and exciting time, dancing and enjoying the sounds and stage presence of each band member. Covering the best of decades from the 60’s through current favorites, their songs range from rock, pop, funk and disco. Audience participation is not overlooked when you never know who will be selected to come up and join in on cowbell. Select shows may feature the popular go-go cage upon request. ‘Return of the cage!” nights invite guests to shake it up on stage! http://www.thecocktailmonkeys.com/
The Fundamentals' "Red Hot Rockin' Soul" repertoire includes the most popular dance and party tunes from the last five decades. 60's Motown and Soul; 70's Disco and Funk; Rock n' Roll Classics; 80's, 90's and Contemporary Hits. The Fundamentals present a high octane, fun filled stage show featuring three dynamic lead vocalists, two of the hotest horn players around and a super tight four piece rhythm section.
http://www.thefundamentals.com
MIDNIGHT BLUE
Bay Area' hottest new soulful blues and R&B Band
Midnight Blue is the Bay Area's hottest new soulful blues and R&B band. With a mix of upbeat blues, R&B and original music, the band keeps it soulful and authentic. Lead vocalist Jodie Strecker returns to the music scene, having been mentored in the past by blues legend John Lee Hooker. Bill Eisner (guitar), JB Hanselman (bass), Mark McMillan (drums) and Sue Marvin (keys) are all well established musicians having played in many bay area bands between them. Check them out at www.midnightblue.me.
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