Afro Dominicano is a Latin Fusion band which centers its music into what we call Afro Caribbean soul. We blend traditional folkloric roots music from the Dominican Republic with Afro-beats, reggae, calypso, samba, Funk, Punk rock and other Caribbean rhythms. We played mostly original songs written and arranged by the Band and a few cover songs renditions to the music we grew up listening to as Dominican’s living in the U.S.A. Our band is composed of Vocalists, Accordion guitar, bass, drums, Conga, Guira, and Tambora.
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A versatile jazz pianist, composer, & vocalist, Miho Nobuzane was born in Osaka, Japan, where she majored in classical piano during college. After she moved to New York, she began to distinguish herself immediately in the Brazilian music scene. Subsequently expanding to various music genres where she performed & toured with such well known great musicians as Bernard "pretty" Purdie, Filo Machado, Martha Reeves & the Vandellas, Hendrik Meurkens, Bakithi Kumalo, and many others.
Miho has three albums: "Make You Happy", "Simple Words -Jazz loves Brazil", and "Anata Ni Deaeta". Miho performed in Sao Paulo Brazil in a concert sponsored by Japan Consulate in Sao Paulo at Espaco Cachuera with Filo Machado. Miho is a NORD keyboard endorsee. Miho is an educator at Afro Latin Jazz Alliance. "Miho's dynamic approach to the keyboard sets her apart from the others ! Her playing is refreshing and her crossover style is magnificent she plays it all. Miho's new CD has been well worth waiting for." Bernard "pretty" Purdie "Miho Nobuzane .. wonderful songwriter and talented pianist ... beautiful and melodic improvisations and a Brazilian swing in the heart ... A great pleasure to play with Miho." Filo Machado |
New Orleans in Jersey, Introducing the Big Noise Brass Band, bringing you the many sounds and cultures of the Crescent City. The band delivers you to Mardi Gras and back from the first note to the last encore.
We are a high energy New Orleans horn band that engages audiences of all ages. This isn't your traditional jazz or swing, rhythm or blues band delivering chart music of songs by New Orleans legends. This is N'wallins funked out Mardi Gras Mambo with a tightness that goes well beyond their “pickup band” appearance. Website |
Innovators, Survivors, Legends, Masters. The core members of Richie Ranno All Stars have been described as all these as more by their fans. Founded by rock and roll guitarist extraordinaire Richie Ranno in 2001 out of the ashes of two legendary rock bands, Richie Ranno All Stars have continued to entertain fans around the country ever since.
Ranno, who was the lead guitarist in both the rock band “Stories” (#1 Billboard hit, ‘Brother Louie’) and Capitol Records’ heavy rock band “STARZ”, is joined by bandmate Joe X. Dube who was the drummer with both “Looking Glass” (#1 Billboard hit, ‘Brandy (You’re A Fine Girl)’) and STARZ, joined together to take their decades of rock experience and history to play their favorite classic rock songs by the bands that they had toured with for most of the 70s. Both Ranno and Dube have recorded with various members of Kiss and have appeared on multiple TV and radio shows over their careers. Richie was judged by Guitar World magazine in their 2023 poll as the #5 most influential Rock Guitarist of the 70s. Once you hear him play, you’ll immediately understand why. Website |
The Dust-Ups are an original four-piece alt.country/Americana band from north/central New Jersey. Influenced by alt.country pioneers such as Old 97’s and Whiskeytown and country legends like Johnny Cash, their sound blends a down-home country sound with punk rock energy. While they all call New Jersey home today, The Dust-Ups’ origins span from New Orleans (lead vocalist/rhythm guitarist Ryan Chatelain) to Quebec (bassist Stephen Swalsky).
Aside from their collection of mostly lively, catchy songs, perhaps the most intriguing aspect of their live show is watching multi-instrumentalist Joe Palmisano shift back and forth from lead guitar to pedal steel to mandolin, ensuring the band’s sound never gets stale. The Dust-Ups also include drummer Alek Speck, who toured the world with the indie rock band Run Run Run. The Dust-Ups, who formed in 2022, are currently working on their debut album. Website |
The Celebration Singers are multi-generational ambassadors of song drawing music from a breadth of genres and cultures. The Choir's commitment to artistic excellence and its engaging and dynamic style provide its diverse singers and audiences with a compelling musical experience.
Through music education, skill development and social interaction, the Choir offers its adult and youth members opportunities for personal growth and self expression. The Choir lends support through music and participates in the cultural life of the community. Website You Tube TikTok @celebration_singers |