ACOUSTIC VARIETY
Mike Conley
Players: Mike performs as a solo act, as a duo with Chris Dodds or with his “Rat Pack” jazz band, The Beef Manhattans (Casey Stansifer, bass; Todd Phillips, piano; John Moss, drums).
Set: Cool covers sprinkled in with originals. Setlist includes the Beatles, Radiohead, Dave Matthews, Sinatra, many jazz standards and obscure 80s tunes. Spice up your special event with Conley, Dodds or the Beef Manhattans.
Booking: 260-750-9758, mike@mikeconley.net
For More: www.mikeconley.net
ALTERNATIVE ROCK
The Joneses
Players: Zig, bass guitar, vocals; Tommy, lead guitar, vocals; Scott “Scooter,” drums; Jason Paul, vocals, guitar.
Set: The Joneses target the college dance crowds, playing current rock and alternative chart-toppers, along with some 80s and 90s dance rock. If it’s a current hit, The Joneses play it!
Booking: Zig, 260-402-5232
For More: www.myspace.com/thejonesesrock
Rosemary Gates
Players: Chris Liepe, guitars; B-Funk, bass; Christian Schult, vocals; Michael Archbold, guitars.
Set: High-energy rock band with the appropriate mix of popular covers and inspired originals. RG boast one of the scene’s most loyal followings and continue to be one of its biggest draws.
Booking: Michael Archbold, 260-579-1516, booking@rosemarygates.com
For More: RosemaryGates.com, myspace.com/rosemarygates
BELLY DANCERS
Jordana and Friends
Players: Jordana Bint Zweena, Mahasti, Hadia, Asra Ma’is, Asuzena bint Zweena.
Set: A belly dancer is the perfect way to shake up your next event. Family oriented and perfect for paties, weddings, fund raisers, charity events and most any other event. Great fun for people of all ages.
Booking: Jordana bint Zweena, 260-417-4678
For More: www.jordanaandfriends.com
CLASSIC ROCK
Dirty Lixx
Players: Krystal “Queen of Rock n’ Roll” Childs, bass guitar, vocals; Arthur “Lightning Boy” Mock, lead guitar, vocals; Richard Davidson, keyboards, guitar, harp, vocals; Troy “The Animal” Covey, drums.
Set: Classic rock from all eras, and the sounds of today. Three lead singers and great harmonies. Beatles, Bon Jovi, Journey, Zeppelin and many other artists. We will fill any venue, large or small. Our fans are the best! Dirty Lixx knows how to rock!
Booking: Krystal, 260-447-1600, lixx1@verizon.net
For More: www.myspace.com/dirtylixxband
Unwrapped
Players: Kenny Rucoi, guitar, vocals; Jeff Degitz, drums, lead vocals; Bob Sweigert, bass, vocals.
Set: Talented trio playing classic rock with a different spin. Not your average 3-piece band. Focus is 1969-1989. Playing a bit of everything – Cheap Trick, ZZ Top, Led Zeppelin, Clapton, Hendrix, Cream, Stevie Wonder, Kiss, Bad Company, Stevie Ray Vaughan, plus the crusties upon request.
Booking: Bob Sweigert, 260-373-1967
For More: www.bandpipeline.com
CLASSIC ROCK & OLDIES
Daystar
Players: Joseph Justice, vocals, guitars, percussion; Stan Winters, vocals, guitars, harmonica; Ken Stocker, vocals, bass, violin, flutes, keys; Jeff Bender, vocals, drums, percussion.
Set: Plan to enjoy a full professional sound & light show. Popular 60s to 80s classic rock & dance music: Eagles, Doobie Bros., B.T.O., Santana, Doors, Steve Miller, ZZ Top, Romantics, Chicago, Guess Who, Temptations, Blues Bros.
Booking: Joseph Justice, 260-486-7238
For More: www.daystarlive.com
Junk Yard Band
Players: Dale Pequignot, lead vocals; Rick Brown, sax, keys, guitar, vocals; Mike Hockaday, bass, vocals; Greg Reszel, lead guitar, vocals; Don Miles, drums; Jimmy Robison & Roger Moore, crew.
Set: Classic rock and oldies. Dance/party rock n’ roll. From Jerry Lee Lewis to Bruce Springsteen. From Beach Boys to Z.Z. Top.
Booking: Don Miles, 260-622-4631
For More: www.myspace.com/thejunkyardband
CLASSICAL
The Jaenicke Consort Inc.
Performers: Nancy Calhoun-Drew, flute; George Donner, oboe; Susan Devito, clarinet; Bryan Gibson, horn; Sally Hinkle-Teegarden, bassoon.
Set: Classic woodwind ensemble creates an elegant tapestry of sound. The music is alive and refreshing. Whether plain or fancy, we design the perfect musical background for your wedding, party, church service or corporate event.
Booking: Sally Hinkle-Teegarden, 260-426-9096
For More: www.jconsort.com
COUNTRY/ROCK
BackWater
Players: Gene Fugate, lead and harmony vocals, lead guitar; Tom Johnson, keyboards, guitar, vocals; Gary Martin, steel guitar, dobro; Rich Schwartz, harmony vocals, bass guitar; Adam Kiel, drums, vocals.
Set: Shows are a high octane-fueled, supercharged country rock extravaganza. It’s all about entertaining the crowd and making them a part of our show. Hold on tight. It’s gonna be a wild ride.
Booking: Adam Kiel, 260-494-5364
For More: www.backwaterband.net
BootLeg
Players: Jeff Gainey, lead vocals; Jack Allen, bass guitar, vocals; Jeff Russell, lead guitar, vocals; Larry Pester, keyboard, vocals; Aaron Wood, drums.
Set: Today’s and yesterday’s hottest country dance music performed by the area’s premier musicians. Come on out and party with BootLeg. Top 40 country doesn’t get any better than this!
Booking: Jack Allen, 260-637-8513
For More: www.myspace.com/bootlegcountry
The Outlaw Cowboys
Players: Del Bradley, lead vocals, guitar; John Edwards, drums, vocals; Richard Applegate, lead guitar, vocals; Steve Jones, bass guitar; Ron Stump, lead guitar, vocals.
Set: The best vocals and musicianship around. High-energy show.
Booking: Del Bradley, 260-224-4307
For More: www.theoutlawcowboys.com
Renegade
Players: John Curran, Fred Guild, Carlo Reneger, Rick Durnell, Doug Gushing, Jason Seifert, Ron Trable.
Set: Upbeat, hot country – original music adding a flavorable spice to the country scene and performing like the fans like to see them perform. The old Renegade mentality is back – the fun, the party, the good times.
Booking: John, 260-402-1634
For More: www.ftw-renegade.com
Shakin’ Bake
Players: Allan C. Miller, Chris Davidson, Hubie Ashcraft, Scott Schwan, Keith “Keeter” Malott.
Set: Five seasoned and award-winning musicians with extensive touring and live performance experience. Shakin’ Bake’s professional, high-energy shows and incredible vocals stand out in every club. Quality with professionalism!
Booking: Allan C. Miller, 260-215-2137
For More: www.shakinbake.com
DISC JOCKEYS/KARAOKE
Ambient Noise Entertainment
Hosts: Rooster & Hopalong
Set: Karaoke and DJ with karaoke games for drink prizes!
Booking: Rooster, 260-503-9044
For More: www.myspace.com/ambientnoiseentertainment
American Idol Karaoke
Hosts: Jay, Doug, Susan, Katie, Adrian, Matt and TJ.
Set: The largest karaoke/DJ company in Fort Wayne. The best deejays and huge music selection. Professional level equipment. Second to none.
Booking: Jay Clibon, 260-637-7926 or 260-341-4770
For More: www.myspace.com/fwkaraoke
Fun Music Radio Live DJ
Hosts: Live radio DJ.
Set: Big hits from the 50s, 60s, 70s and 80s, complete with station jingles, fun & games. It sounds just like a live radio broadcast from your party.
Booking: Fun Music Radio, 260-490-7785
Swing Time Karaoke Entertainment
Hosts: Lynne and Larry.
Set: Professional karaoke show for your club or event. One of the best selections and variety of music in the tri-state area. Check out our online songbook! Top-notch system, allowing singers to sound their best. We provide a fun and entertaining show.
Booking: Larry, 260-749-0063
For More: www.swingtimekaraoke.com
DYNO-ROCK
Tim Harrington Band
Players: Tim Harrington, guitar; Alan Carter, bass; Chris Lewis, drums; Paul Rowan, trumpet; Patrick Dennis, trombone; Joe Wise, keyboards.
Set: We cover horn band classics like Ides of March, Tower of Power, Chicago, Mighty Mighty Bosstones, Blood Sweat and Tears and more. Also include multi-genre originals that encompass rock, Latin, jazz, reggae and funk.
Booking: Tim Harrington, 765-479-4005
For More: www.myspace.com/timharringtonband
ENTERTAINMENT
Sweetcakes Entertainment Co.
Players: Comedy Magicians - Comedians - Balloon Artists - Face Painters - Caricature Artists - Costume Characters - Jugglers - Stilt Walkers - Living Statues - Airbrush Artists - Story Tellers - Bubble Artists and much more. We travel.
Set: Comedy magic and variety shows - Personalized comedy roasts - Balloon art - Face painting - Caricature drawings - Costume characters - Juggling - Stilt walking - Living statue - Airbrush tattoos - Story telling - Bubble show - Comedy grams/singing and much more. We travel.
Booking: Sandy Thieme, 260-745-1545
For More: www.sweetcakesentertainment.com
ORIGINAL INSTRUMENTAL
Moser Woods
Players: Lance Hoeppner (piano, bass organ, synth, face melter), Rick Kinney (drum set, percussion, samples, doppler bells, earth tiller)
Set: An instrumental explosion of rock, funk, experimental jazz and classical music channeled into high-energy live sets that both stimulate the mind and move the soul. Moser Woods is a live experience. Sometimes no words are necessary.
Booking: Rick Kinney, 260-442-8181
For More: www.moserwoods.com
ORIGINAL ROCK
Autovator
Players: Shane Wyant, vocals, guitar; Jason Howey, guitar; Brandon Klotz, drums, vocals; Shad Stahlman, bass, vocals.
Set: One hour of raw power.
Booking: 260-246-2962
For More: www.autovator.com
Downstait
Players: Zack Call, vocals; Justin Call, guitar, vocals; Isaiah Zwick, guitar; Sean Arata, bass, vocals, Jethro McConnell, drums.
Set: Mostly originally written music and some covers.
Booking: Jethro McConnell, 260-409-6715
For More: www.myspace.com/downstait
Roblock
Players: Joel Squires, vocals; David Grant, guitar, vocals; Dave McCall, bass; Tom Wagoner, drums, percussion.
Set: With a desire to create exciting, fun, original rock n’ roll, Roblock fuses classic rock n’ roll sound with creative percussion, modern looping and effects techniques to create a surprisingly layered and full sound you’ll love.
Booking: Dave McCall, 574-607-5200, booking@roblockrocks.com
For More: www.roblockrocks.com
Teays Vein
Players: Aaron Winteregg, Eric Bransteter, Seth Arnold, Robert Hammond, Clint Bransteter.
Set: Emotive post-modern rock band full of energy, power and the emotion that comes not from artifice, but from life. The music cuts deep and sharp, and audiences leave shows pleasantly exhausted, aware they’ve heard an honest-to-God rock n’ roll band.
Booking: Aaron Winteregg, 260-241-2600, aaron@teaysvein.com
For More: www.teaysvein.com
Tone Junkies
Players: Craig Guy, guitar, lead vocals; Travis Brown, bass, vocals; Steve Johnson, drums, vocals; occasional surprise guest performers.
Set: Powerful three-piece rock band with over 30 originals and twice as many classic Detroit, Southern and Brit rock covers. Rocking the Midwest since 1999. For a high-energy show with a killer groove, call on us.
Booking: Craig Guy, 260-615-3689 or 260-486-3692
For More: www.myspace.com/tonejunkies
PUNK BLUES
Left Lane Cruiser
Players: Joe Evans, slide guitar, lead vocals; Bren Beck, washboard, harp, paint-tray, backing vocals, a big-ass bass drum and other odds and ends
Set: Mashed potatoes and whiskey fuel this two-man frenzy of blues-driven noise. Be mesmerized by a sound so big and raw that you won’t be able to stop your foot from a stompin’.
Booking: Bren Beck, 260-482-5213
For More: www.myspace.com/leftlanecruiser
RADIO ROCK
Bones to Stones
Players: Jonathan Davis, vocals, guitar; Brian Davidson, guitar, vocals; Ronnie Geels, drums, vocals; Tom Leahy, bass, vocals.
Set: A band that works hard on the music! We like to sound good so when you hear us you will always be wanting more. We make it a good time party for all who come out.
Booking: Ronnie Geels, 260-402-6746; Tom Leahy, 260-668-4949
For More: www.myspace.com/bonestostones
ROCK & REGGAE
Unlikely Alibi
Players: Todd Roth, vocals, trumpet, keys, guitar; Ben Porter, guitar; Tony Timms, bass; Duane Alexander, drums. Featuring members of Heavy Step, Skavossas and Strut Train.
Set: Organ- and guitar-driven power pop with a twist of reggae. That’s what you get from these guys — nothing more, definitely nothing less. Their energy will keep you dancing all night.
Booking: Todd Roth, 260-615-2966
For More: www.unlikelyalibi.com
ROCK & ROLL
Biff & The Cruisers
Players: Rob Pierce, lead guitar, vocals; Dan Ertel, bass, vocals; Jim Courtney, keyboards, vocals; Jim Borden, tenor sax, vocals; Larry Shreeve, drums; Sylvia Shreeve, vocals; Patty Borden, sound, lights.
Set: 50s thru 80s Top 10 hits. Four lead singers and great harmonies. Coasters, Diamonds, Elvis, Mellencamp and many other artists. Talented musicians, dynamic stage appearance, large professional sound system and lighting. We’ll get you on your feet!
Booking: Jim, 260-417-5495, biffcruise@comcast.net
ROCK & SOUL
Urban Legend
Players: Lisa McDavid, vocals, percussion; D.L. Wilson, vocals. percussion; Kelly Pautler, vocals, percussion; Matt Schory, guitar, vocals; Nick Bobay, keyboards; Mike Dupuis, drums, cymbals; Mark Gevaart, bass.
Set: Fronted by two of the area’s top vocalists, Urban Legend put their own spin on classic soul and rock songs. Dance songs you love, presented with an energy and presence that pulls you in.
Booking: Mark Gevaart, 260-312-1657, 1urbanlegend@gmail.com
For More: www.myspace.com/1urbanlegend
ROCK & VARIETY
Bonafide
Players: Rob Van Ryn, lead guitar, vocals; Heidi Ertel, fiddle, vocals; Chilly Adams, bass guitar, vocals; Bryan Horrom, drums, vocals.
Set: If it’s real, you’ll feel it – Bonafide. We play a wide variety of music from 1950 to 2009 and will customize our set list to fit your needs. Johny Cash, Janis Joplin, Charlie Daniels, Amy Winehouse ...
Booking: Heidi Ertel, 260-704-7569
For More: www.bonafidelive.com
Meanstreak
Players: Tim Eldridge.
Set: A high energy alternative/classic/80s variety rock band. We get the party going. No show too big; no bar too small. Reasonable rates. State-of-the-art PA & and lighting. Come experience Meanstreak.
Booking: Tim Eldridge, 260-426-6704
For More: www.meanstreakband.com
The Remnants
Players: Amanda Kittredge Prieur, vocals, guitar; Ralph Tourkow, bass guitar; Tom Gust, vocals, keyboard, guitar, musical director; Dave Weese, vocals, lead guitar, keyboards; Chris Kittredge, drums, vocals, webmaster.
Set: Strong vocal harmonies with precision musicianship combine to create just the right variety of classic rock, soul, Motown, swing, oldies, disco and funk classics guaranteed to keep you glued to the dance floor.
Booking: Ralph Tourkow, 260-466-1945
For More: www.remnantsband.com
Slip Kitty
Players: Scott Gase, vocals, keyboards; Stephanie Richardson, vocals, keyboards; Jimbob Holley, guitars, keyboards; Khris Southerland, bass; Rick Sullivan, drums, backing vocals.
Set: Rock n’ roll, country rock, male & female music-show band.
Booking: Rick Sullivan, 260-701-0484
For More: www.myspace.com/slipkittyband
Still Groove
Players: Hubie Ashcraft, guitar, vocals; Tim Sewell, bass, vocals; Scott Schwan, drums, percussion.
Set: A versitile, established, passionate, experienced band that provides a positive musical experience that will exceed your entertainment needs. Rock, funk, blues, Americana, alternative. These guys perform all the above and more.
Booking: Hubie Ashcraft, 260-710-0199, hubiea@gmail.com
For More: www.myspace.com/stillgroove
What She Said
Players: Missy Czaja, lead vocals; Jon Durnell, guitar, backing vocals; Missy Burgess, bass, backing vocals; Nick Bobay, keyboards, backing vocals; Brad Crossland, percussion.
Set: Simply one of the best rock/variety bands in the region. Guaranteed to make you groove with over 100 songs from the 1960s to today! Perfect for clubs, weddings, parties and corporate events.
Booking: Jon Durnell, 260-466-2752
For More: www.myspace.com/whatshesaidband
ROCK SHOW
Dash Rip Rock Band
Players: Eddie Krall, frontman, lead vocals; Greg Reszel, guitar; Sammy Moffett, bass; Eric Heminger, drums.
Set: Rock band with a focus on Entertainment. There is no doubt you will be part of the show. Strong musicians and strong vocal abilities all around. Performances intended to make you party and leave you spent.
Booking: Eddie Krall, 260-432-0988
For More: www.myspace.com/dashriprockband
ROCK/DANCE
Big Fat Liar
Players: Joel Young (vocals, guitars, keyboards), Eric Bair (lead guitar, vocals), Ramon Alcantara (bass, vocals), Mark Mettert (drums, vocals)
Set: 80s, 90s, classic rock, modern rock, a little country and a little R&B, but definitely everything you like!
Booking: Joel Young, 260-414-4983
For More: www.myspace.com/bigfatliarmusic
TRIBUTES
Grateful Groove (Grateful Dead Tribute)
Players: Dan Halferty, percussion; Dave Karthol, guitar; Dave Klausner, bass; Chris Kellum, vocals; Larry McFadden, percussion; Michael Moore, keys; Lynn Nicholson, drums; Mike Peters, drums; Mikey Seltzer, guitar.
Set: Performing the music of the Grateful Dead.
Booking: Michael Moore, 260-755-9242
For More: www.gratefulgroove.com
Pink Droyd
Players: Kevin Quandt, guitar, lead vocals; Daniel Fisher, keyboards, vocals; Mike Lennon, lead guitar, vocals; Bob Mondok, percussion, vocals; Kenton Snyder, bass, vocals; Steve Lunn, saxophone.
Set: An audio/visual tribute to the music and experience of Pink Floyd. Live Pink Floyd music complemented with full laser, video and lighting production gets you as close to the real thing as possible.
Booking: Kevin Quandt, 260-414-8818
For More: http://PinkDroyd.com
TROP ROCK
The Party Boat Band
Players: Denny Sprunger (previous of Now & Then), lead vocals, rhythm guitar, harmonica; Kent Krisher, lead guitar, vocals; Mark Dennon, bass, vocals; Garth Coons, keyboards, vocals; Gary Everett, drums.
Set: Party Boat deliver an island/sand bar feel to their performance. Buffett, Chesney, Beatles, Monkeys and more are the types of songs performed. A vacation to the islands/lakes is their theme. Any venue welcomed.
Booking: Denny Sprunger, 260-438-3710
For More: www.partyboatband.com
VARIETY
Breakaway
Players: Bill Werling, keyboards; Ray Keesler, guitar; Ken Jordan, drums; Ben Ashbaugh, guitar; Jason Werling, bass guitar.
Set: A wide selection of music for just about any taste. Rock, country, square dance, oldies and standards. Everyone in the band sings, and you’re sure to have a good time..
Booking: Bill, 1-260-724-7413, or Ray, 260-493-4822
For More: www.myspace.com/fortwaynebreakawayband
The Freak Brothers
Players: Adam Martin, electric bass, synth bass, vocals; Brandon “B” Rentfrow, guitar, vocals; Adam “Rudy” Rudolph, drums, percussion, vocals; Matt Cashdollar, saxes, flute, vocals, percussion; Dan “Funkappelli” Cappelli, baritone sax, percussion, vocals; King, MC, trombone, percussion, vocals; Marcus “Flava Flav” Farr, trombone, percussion, vocals; Kris “Hot Sauce” Miller, keyboard, vocals.
Set: Funkier than James Brown’s underwear! Not just a show, an experience. We bring the sounds of the last 30 years back to you in a mix that will keep you moving all night.
For More: www.freakbrothersonline.com
Paul New Stewart, Brian & JJ
Set: Classic rock from REO to Beatles to Rod Stewart. Paul also plays keyboards and sings in the style of the Rat Pack, Michael Buble and light jazz. Variety at its best. Nightclubs, private and corporate functions, weddings, county and state fairs, nationally and locally. Not just dance music – we entertain!
Booking: Paul New Stewart, 260-485-5600
For More: www.paulnewstewart.com