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The Orchestra: starring former members of ELO and ELO Part II
The Orchestra’s roots stretch back many years including the 70's and 80's with Electric Light Orchestra, the 90's with ELO Part II, and from 2001 to the present as The Orchestra. Delivering a continuing era of unparalleled symphonic rock, they are sure to be a crowd pleaser. The Orchestra performs the great hits of Electric Light Orchestra including, “Evil Woman”, “Living Thing”, Don’t Bring Me Down”, “Strange Magic”, “Mr. Blue Sky”, Sweet Talkin’ Woman” and many more as well as hits from ELO Part 2 and tunes from their new CD, “No Rewind”. http://www.theorchestra.net The members of The Orchestra are: Mik Kaminiski –The famous “Blue Violin”, formally of ELO and ELO Part 2 Louis Clark – Keyboards and Arranger, formally of ELO and ELO Part 2 Eric Troyer – Keyboards, Co-Lead Vocalist, formally of ELO Part 2 Phil Bates – Lead Guitar, Co-Lead Vocalist, formally of ELO Part 2 Gordon Townsend – Drummer, formally of ELO Part 2 Glen Burtnick – Bass, Vocals, formally of Styx and ELO Part 2
The Zeros
If want a dance party you NEED The Zeros! Made up of longtime local rock heroes coming from bands such as My Three Sons, The Sons of Rex, Naked Soul, Go Kart, Outhouse, and The Elders, the ZEROS have plenty of experience in pleasing a crowd and putting on an infectious show. The ZEROS are the ultimate new wave 80's band, playing all of the best new wave and no hair bands. Loaded with an intense energy and the power to bring back a flood of memories, the shack is sure to be rockin' when the ZEROS take the stage. http://home.everestkc.net/gaddyz
Change of Heart
A Tribute to the Music of Heart Experience the magic and mystique that Ann and Nancy Williams brought to the Rock & Roll music scene of the 70’s & 80’s; as CHANGE OF HEART takes you through a musical tour with all the hits including Barracuda, Dog and Butterfly, Magic Man, Never, Who Will You Run To, and many more. This talented group of musicians has performed together in other projects for many years. Now, combining the instrumentation and flawless vocal work of these real life sisters, you will be amazed by the sights and sound as CHANGE OF HEART fills the venue with one hit after another. http://www.heartbandkc.com
Decoy
Decoy is a Midwest based group with a melodic pop/rock sound accompanied by soulful vocals, driving guitars and a funky back beat. Influences ranging from contemporary pop/rock,singer-songwriter to blues and classic rock give this quintet a unique musical identity. The band released its debut album, "Nothing to Lose" in January of 2010 and is currently touring the nation in efforts to spread its music. Visit www.decoyband.net for upcoming tour dates and to preview tracks from the bands current release. http://www.decoyband.net/
The Samantha Fish Blues Band
The Samantha Fish Blues Band is a Kansas City based three piece blues trio. The trio is made up of young blood guitar player/singer Samantha Fish, heavy hitters Paul Greenlease on bass and Daniel Montero on the drums. Relying heavily on soulful vocals and infectious grooves, The Samantha Fish Blues Band has already made a name for themselves in Kansas City, and is beginning to spread to blues clubs and festivals throughout the nation. Visit http://www.samanthafish.com and check out a live show in Kansas City! http://www.samanthafish.com
Everette DeVan
Everette grew up in Pueblo, Colorado where he attended the Colorado Conservatory of Music. He came to Kansas City, Missouri at the age of 18 and has made this his home ever since. He has been a featured Jazz Organist, well known locally, nationally and internationally for his long-standing contributions to the Jazz tradition. He serves as the Chairman of the Board at The Greater Kansas City Mutual Musician’s Foundation, The Entertainment Coordinator and a valued member of the board of directors at The Swope Parkway Comprehensive Health Center Jazz Outreach Program and is on staff at the Kansas City, Kansas Community College, teaching Music Theory and History and conducting classes dealing with the business side of the music industry. http://www.everettedevan.com/
Millie Edwards
Millie Edwards is known around Kansas City as the tiny woman with the big voice. Her unique style, wide range and professional manner have endeared her to audiences, nationally d internationally. A regular on the Jazz and Blues circuit, she appears in the best clubs, on radio, television, Everette DeVan's "East of the Sun" CD and Greg Meise's "First Impression" CD. Pete Falico, KUSP, Santa Cruz says on "First Impressions" Millie's breathy voice sensually reaches into lyrics and pulls out new things from old, familiar words". She has appeared on the late Charles Earland's Jazz Cruise series, local Jazz, Blues and Spirit Festivals and is a regular with Greg Meise at the Eureka Springs Arkansas Jazz and Blues Festivals. She is on the faculty at Kansas City Metropolitan Community College. Millie Edwards received Kansas City Magazine's 2007 Best Musician Award.
Kirby Ham / DJ Kirby
DJ Kirby is a nationally known DJ and entertainer. You can continually hear DJ Kirby's mixing skills over the air waves of local Kansas City radio stations or hear him across the U.S. on XM satilite radio. His experience outweighs any competition. DJ Kirby has worked with a number of nationwide events that include DJing a charity golf tournament for Justin Timberlake all the way to being the DJ for the Major League Baseball's All Star Game two years in a row. He is a master when it comes to throwing any party. DJ Kirby's Video Mix Show is a state of the art party experience that has led him recently to travel the globe. Vegas, Puerto Rico, Scottsdale, Chicago, Washington D.C. and Kansas City's Jazzoo 2010 are just a few of the places Kirby will perform his unmatched video mixing talent with in the next few months.