Amish Outlaws
Featured as a “Top Entertainment Pick” in New York Magazine’s 2012 “In a very short time, this band has captured the hearts, minds, and butter churners of the masses with their hilarious onstage performances of everything from Bon Jovi to Snoop & Dre.” – Night & Day Magazine About Amish Outlaws Website | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube It is a little-known fact that most Amish practice a tradition similar to the Christian “Confirmation” and Jewish “Bar Mitzvah” called “Rumspringa” (literal translation: “running around”) in which Amish children at the age of 16 have an opportunity to live free of the strict Amish code of conduct before deciding if they want to come back and be baptized into the Amish church. Surprisingly, virtually all of the youths return. But sometimes they don’t. Four out of the original six members of The Amish Outlaws were born and raised in Lancaster, PA and had a strict Amish upbringing. No electricity from land lines, no alcohol, no musical instruments, but their spirits were too wild for the Amish lifestyle. Once they trampled in the Devil’s Playground, there was no turning back. In the years since Rumspringa, the members of the Amish Outlaws have become very well acclimated to the pleasures and vices of the modern world… music, most of all. Thus, with a bold lust for life and a fire for music and performance that can only come from 16 years of repression, The Amish Outlaws were unleashed upon the world.
Good Stuff: Tribute to Steely Dan / Sting / Stevie Wonder / Gino Vannelli
“Get Ready to Groove! Good Stuff: A Sensational Tribute to Steely Dan, Sting, Stevie Wonder, and Gino Vannelli. Experience a Night of Timeless Hits, Legendary Melodies, and Musical Mastery!” About Good StuffWebsite | Facebook | Youtube GOOD STUFF performs the music of STEELY DAN, with additional material from STING, STEVIE WONDER and GINO VANNELLI, all in the same show. The finest musicians and singers in the NY, NJ, PA and CT area perform the sophisticated music of four of the greatest artists of all time. Members of GOOD STUFF have worked with B.J. Thomas, Allan Schwartzberg, The Les Paul Trio, Jose Feliciano, Chuck Berry, The Crests, Jimmy Webb, Lenny Welch, The Drifters, Frank Zappa’s Band from Utopia, Keith Emerson of ELP, Bucky Pizzarelli, Gloria Lynne, Jay Leonhart, The Vivino Brothers, The Marvelettes, Dizzy Gillespie, Thad Jones, Natalie Cole, Whitney Houston, The Saturday Night Live Band, Tommy James and The Shondells, Madonna, David Bowie, The NJ Ballet, Larry Gatlin, Carly Simon, Keely Smith, Roseanne Cash, Marie Osmond, The Shirelles, Marc Anthony, Morton Harkett, The Mystics, The Bernie Worrel Orchestra, Hanson, Bo Diddley, The Duprees, The Asbury Jukes, Randy Brecker, Steve Swallow, Darlene Love, Roy Hargrove, Dionne Warwick John Herrington, The New Orleans Suspects, BD Lenz, Tom Brislin, Glen Burtnik, Bobby Kimball, The Churchills, Fossil, Hyperactive, and Blowup.
The Ultimate Doors
A Tribute to Jim Morrison & The DoorsAbout The Ultimate DoorsWebsite | Facebook | Instagram | YoutubeThe Ultimate Doors was formed with the intention of preserving The Doors’ music and performances as well as bringing an authentic experience to the old and the new generations of Doors fans. With great attention to detail, The Ultimate Doors provide their audiences with an authentic looking and sounding tribute to Jim Morrison & The Doors. From Jim Morrison’s leather outfits all the way down to the color of the microphone cable, The Ultimate Doors leaves no stone unturned in bringing an authentic Doors tribute show to the stage. Front and center, taking on the role of Jim Morrison is Nash Stover. Nash doesn’t take his job of being Jim lightly. He studies Jim daily. From Jim’s vocals and stage persona, to every detail of Jim’s ever-changing fashion sense. Jim Morrison was a complex man and Nash deeply respects every part of Jim’s legacy which shows true night after night on stage. On the Gibson SG and playing the role of Robby Krieger is Todd Huffman. Todd has been a Doors fan his entire life and has always considered Robby Krieger to be the most underrated guitar player of all time. Todd puts in countless hours not only practicing Robby’s guitar licks, but also keeping every detail of Robby’s rig fine tuned. Robby Krieger is a hard role to play, but Todd nails it. It takes a man with two brains to pull off playing the part of Ray Manzarek. Manning the Gibson G-101 organ while keeping the low end going on the Fender Rhodes piano bass is Nate Shaw. Maintaining the thumping bass with his left hand and the snarling organ with his right, Nate really appreciates every ounce of talent that Ray Manzarek had. On the Mod Orange Ludwig Downbeat kit, taking on the role of John Densmore is Jordyn Huffman. Jordyn learned to play drums to Doors albums when he was a teenager and has considered John Densmore to be the best drummer of all time ever since. John’s style on and off the drums was unlike that of any other and Jordyn loves that challenge.
Best Shot – Pat Benatar Tribute
Prepare to be transported back to the golden age of rock ‘n’ roll as “Best Shot: A Tribute To Pat Benatar” takes the stage! This electrifying tribute show is a celebration of one of the most iconic and powerful voices in the history of rock music, Pat Benatar. About Best Shot Website | YouTube | Facebook Best Shot is a dynamic live tribute to one of the most influential female rock vocalists of all time, the great Pat Benatar. The band recreates a classic Benatar concert featuring note-for-note renditions by stellar lead vocalist, Melissa Lotardo. Melissa impeccably recreates Pat Benatar’s classic look and sound from her 80’s heyday. Audiences will thrill to Melissa’s renditions of Pat Benatar’s greatest hits including Shadows of the Night, Heartbreaker, Love Is a Battlefield, and all the rest. Best Shot will keep their Promises in the Dark!
Countdown to Ecstasy – The Music of STEELY DAN
“Countdown to Ecstasy: The Music of Steely Dan” is a tribute band that captures the essence and brilliance of the iconic rock and jazz fusion group, Steely Dan. With exceptional musicianship and a deep appreciation for the band’s catalog, they faithfully recreate the timeless hits and intricate melodies that made Steely Dan legendary. About Countdown to Ecstasy Website | YouTube | Facebook For Countdown to Ecstasy it’s all about respect. Respect for Steely Dan… Fagen, Becker and their world-class studio and touring musicians over the decades. Their jazz-infused meticulously-crafted, studio-perfected and tour-tested hits and deep cut gems. And oh, respect for the mad mad lyrics. Everything you expect from rock ‘n roll and a whole lot more. Sex, drugs and fine spirits, infused with edgy and brilliant musings on age, phonies, bad girls, revolution and addiction. From Zen Buddhism to animal house. From cave drawings to apocalyptic vision and futuristic optimism. This group of talented and eclectic musicians came together to bring their respect for this music and their love of performing to the stage. Spirit and musical integrity outweigh costumed replication for these folks, beyond the expectations for a typical cover/tribute band. Named for Steely Dan’s 1973 sophomore album, Countdown to Ecstasy has dedicated themselves to this music and to their audience of hipsters, old-heads and youthful seekers of truth. We bring you nostalgia, enlightenment, and an evening of pure joy.
Beginnings: A Celebration of the Music of Chicago – Matinee
THE ULTIMATE CHICAGO TRIBUTE BAND! The music, the members, and the legacy of Chicago! About Beginnings Website | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | YoutubeFormed in 2002 out of love and respect for the music of Chicago, Beginnings has earned a well-deserved reputation as the nation’s premier tribute to America’s favorite “Rock and Roll Band with Horns”. With a home base in the New York City area, Beginnings plays to enthusiastic and loyal audiences all over the United States and beyond.The band consists of professional musicians (and a Grammy nominee!) from across the country with performance credits including Billy Joel’s “Movin’ Out”, Aretha Franklin, The Temptations, and many others. Only musicians of this caliber can truly “deliver the goods” when it comes to performing the unique and challenging music of Chicago.Simply put, every Beginnings show is an electrifying live concert experience, featuring world class musicians performing accurate versions of Chicago’s vast catalog of hits. The band does this with an energetic, family friendly and fan-focused stage show. Come see Beginnings live, and see why “Make Me Smile” isn’t merely a great Chicago song, it’s the band’s mantra!
AWAKEN – YES Tribute
AWAKEN is dedicated to performing Yes music the way you remember it! By combining elements from the original studio recordings along with the inspirational power of past live Yes performances, Awaken provides a truly authentic and dramatic musical experience that will impress even the most critical and passionate Yes fans. About AWAKEN – YES Tribute Website | YouTube | Facebook | Instagram The most authentic live YES show in the world, providing a dramatic musical experience that is guaranteed to impress even the most critical and passionate YES fans. Since 2018, AWAKEN has provided its fans with the most authentic live YES show in the world: by performing YESmusic the way the fans remember it! By combining elements from the original studio recordings along with the inspirational power of past live YES performances, AWAKEN provides a truly authentic and dramatic musical experience. Every song is researched, analyzed and dissected to create arrangements celebrating Yes’ Golden Age; providing a dramatic musical experience that will impress even the most critical and passionate YES fans.
Kick It Out: A Tribute to Heart
Passionately performing and honoring Heart’s greatest music with integrity and power!Kick It Out: Tribute to Heart Website | Youtube Passionately performing Heart’s greatest music with integrity, power, and adrenaline. For those eager to “keep the love alive”, Kick It Out is sure to leave you with a goosebump moment with their moving re-creation of Heart’s music! Kick It Out A Tribute To Heart band was formed in 2009 and is based in the Philadelphia, PA/South Jersey area. Born out of a sincere respect, admiration, and love of HEART and the timeless music written by Ann and Nancy Wilson. Rock & Roll Hall of fame inductees, HEART was formed by two sisters from Seattle, Ann and Nancy Wilson. They rose to fame in the 1970’s with songs like Magic Man, Crazy On You, Barracuda and Dog and Butterfly. Their success continued through the 80s and 90s with power ballads like Alone, What About Love and These Dreams. To date, they have sold over 30 million albums worldwide and continue to tour each year. Kick It Out is a collection of seasoned, accomplished musicians and performers with national and international experience who have had a strong presence in the tri-state area for many years.
“Rock the Opera” with Branden & James
BRANDEN & JAMES present “Rock The Opera” A musical mash-up celebrating two of the most epic musical art forms. “From start to finish, ‘Rock The Opera’ is a musical thrill ride.”! Music by David Bowie, Elton John, Aerosmith, A-ha, Bach, Puccini, Moulin Rogue, and more! About Branden & James Website | Facebook | Instagram | Video BRANDEN & JAMES bring the soulful timbre of James on his cello combined with Branden’s emotional and powerful vocals, creating a sound that leaves audiences feeling moved and inspired. They have “become a brand-name in the classical-crossover music world alongside the likes of Josh Groban, The Piano Guys, and Jackie Evancho”. The Bay Area Reporter”Hardly a supporting player, but, rather, a true co-creator and co-star” (Robert Windeler, NY Times Music Correspondent) Australian cellist James, began creating arrangements of familiar tunes that make you listen as you’ve never heard them before. Branden, a former finalist on America’s Got Talent & resident tenor at The Metropolitan Opera, Lyric Opera of Chicago, and Los Angeles Opera; recently penned a memoir entitled, Lyrics of My Life which entered Amazon Books new releases at #9. It was published by Simon & Schuster in September, 2020.Since forming a duo, they’ve been touring around the world with their innovative, classically inspired pop songs, and their undeniable charm and wit. In 2021-2022, they will launch a 60-city US tour called The Chasing Dreams Tour to promote their recently released debut album aptly named Chasing Dreams. Shortly after its release, BRANDEN & JAMES were named best unsigned artists in North America by Music Connection magazine. In 2021, BRANDEN & JAMES released their first Christmas Album, “A Christmas Gift” which they recently recorded in Mexico.
Kick It Out: A Tribute to Heart
Passionately performing and honoring Heart’s greatest music with integrity and power!Kick It Out: Tribute to Heart Website | Youtube Passionately performing Heart’s greatest music with integrity, power, and adrenaline. For those eager to “keep the love alive”, Kick It Out is sure to leave you with a goosebump moment with their moving re-creation of Heart’s music! Kick It Out A Tribute To Heart band was formed in 2009 and is based in the Philadelphia, PA/South Jersey area. Born out of a sincere respect, admiration, and love of HEART and the timeless music written by Ann and Nancy Wilson. Rock & Roll Hall of fame inductees, HEART was formed by two sisters from Seattle, Ann and Nancy Wilson. They rose to fame in the 1970’s with songs like Magic Man, Crazy On You, Barracuda and Dog and Butterfly. Their success continued through the 80s and 90s with power ballads like Alone, What About Love and These Dreams. To date, they have sold over 30 million albums worldwide and continue to tour each year. Kick It Out is a collection of seasoned, accomplished musicians and performers with national and international experience who have had a strong presence in the tri-state area for many years.