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Acoustic Duo - Tortoise and Hair: Dustin and Adrienne have been performing together for more than ten years throughout the Southeast. This married couple combines serious musicianship with an infectious dose of energy and spirit to create a memorable experience every time they take the stage. Both are degreed musicians, having studied at the prestigious Florida State University School of Music, and both have performed...

Alison Krauss and Union Station: Alison Krauss helped bring bluegrass to a new audience in the '90s. Blending bluegrass with folk, Krauss was instantly acclaimed from the start of her career, but it wasn't until her platinum-selling 1995 compilation Now That I've Found You that she became a mainstream star. Between her 1987 debut Too Late to Cry and Now That I've Found You, she matured from a child prodigy to a versatile...

Amos Lee: Taking inspiration from soul greats, Stevie Wonder and Bill Withers, and folk legends, John Prine and Dave Van Ronk, Amos Lee directs his music with a spirit and presence rooted in American tradition. Amos delivers a unique brand of folk-soul music that aims to unite, uplift, and inspire. The "folk" side is reflected in his nimble acoustic guitar playing and the intimacy of his live...

Buddy Guy: As the king of the contemporary Chicago blues scene, celebrity superstars patiently queue up to meet and jam with him. His nightclub is one of the hottest blues joints in town, packed to the rafters every weekend. Network TV guest appearances are commonplace. His new albums inevitably rank with the genre's top sellers, but Buddy Guy's roots lie deep in the searing recordings that he did for...

Dakkota: Nashville Recording Artist Dakkota combines the melodies of country music with the drive of Southern rock to produce their own distinct sound. From their beginnings in North Carolina, Dakkota has gone on to entertain crowds up and down the East Coast and through the Midwest at the top clubs, festivals & fairs, casinos, and universities. Their highly energetic, interactive stage show, debut...

Dave Barton Duo: DAVID BARTON got his start playing bars at 16 on a fake ID and his journey to becoming a full-time performer has been chocked full of many great adventures to say the least. Like the time he opened solo for The Beach Boys - and who was backstage checking him out - the guys from America just happened to be hanging out. Talk about jitters! To have performed full-time for over 13 years is a feat...

David Landeo Band: Performing from all ends of the USA...from the mountains of Colorado..to the pubs of England..to the beaches of Florida..and to the Pacific coast, Dave Landeo's electric/acoustic rock act has provided the ultimate in live entertainment whether as a solo or with his band. Incorporating his ability to interact with the audience, as well as perform a wide variety of music (covers and originals...

Dean Dollar Band: It was not uncommon for Dean Dollar to see Jerry Reed, Boots Randolph or Gladys Knight jamming in his living room as a youngster. During the early 50's, Dean's mother and aunt produced a television show "Barn Dance Theater" that aired in Atlanta. His mother was also a songwriter (Brenda Lee - "Just a Little") and often hosted many of industry's' early greats in their home. With this early...

Delbert McClinton: When Delbert McClinton announces with his latest album that he has Room To Breathe, he sure ain't kidding. After more than four decades of making music, McClinton is breathing freely with the confidence and energy of an artist who knows that he has mastered his game. Still basking in the glow of a new Grammy® Award, he has followed up what The Wall Street Journal declared his "best recording...

Deuce: Doug & Robin Settles have fronted the fabulous LEGGZ Band for the past 26 years and are now offering an affordable alternative to the full band. You still get all of the excitement and versatility of the LEGGZ show except in a duo format. The Neil Diamond and ELVIS shows are also available in this package. This is NOT your average duo!! The sound of a full band is supplied through modern...

Dominic Gaudious: Dynamic, Intense and Passionate are just some of the words used to describe the innovative work of instrumental guitarist and composer, Dominic Gaudious. After successfully releasing two albums and touring with an eclectic rock band in the 1980's, Dominic found his passion in the contemplative world of Classical/World Beat music. Working mainly with six & twelve-string acoustic guitars and...

Dominic Gaudious World Duo: Dynamic, Intense and Passionate are just some of the words used to describe the innovative work of instrumental guitarist and composer, Dominic Gaudious. Working mainly with six & twelve-string acoustic guitars and incorporating exotic instruments such as the Australian Didgeridoo, Dominic created a uniquely intricate playing style which blends the sounds of Classical, Jazz, Flamenco, Rock...

Frank Adams: Franks Adams is not your typical acoustic act. He plays all the classic acoustic tunes. He even creates tracks in his home studio to the create the feel of a full band. Frank can play tunes from the 80's, 90's and 2000's. Frank Adams is great choice where space and budget are considerations. Frank had performed over 4000 times since 1980. He can play any type of gig you could possibly...

Hunt Family: What do you get when you mix world ranked step dancing, champion fiddling and a charming, amazingly talented family? The answer: a high powered energetic and refreshing experience with the Hunt Family! The Hunt Family performs Celtic, bluegrass, inspirational and original music, offering a unique blend of diversity to each show. In addition to fiddling and step dancing, this amazing family of...

James Taylor: "These songs come from my life," says James Taylor. "My life is full -- full of family and friends and work. The reason that I talk about these songs as if they're someone else's is that I don't feel as though I wrote them, I feel as though I heard them. I waited and listened and I heard them. I feel strong about this batch of songs; they were worth waiting for." Taylor is talking about October...

Jimmy Jones Trio: When it comes to beach music, oldies, and rock & roll, The Jimmy Jones Trio is the best at playing over fifty years of your favorite hits. The Jimmy Jones Trio caters to baby boomers as well as their parents and children! You couldn't ask for a broader appeal or a more pleasant mix of today and yesterday. So whether you want to dance the night away or just hang out and listen to some good...

Joyce Cobb and the Cool Heat: Joyce was born in Okmulgee, Oklahoma and reared in Nashville. Early in her career she landed a record deal with a subsidiary of Stax Records and continued her recording career with the West Coast based Creem Records. At the same time, Joyce participated in a project for RCA Records. She recorded a single that earned #42 and an album that peaked at #11 on the Billboard Magazine charts. In...

K2: Kevin Kaminski (DJK2) has been having fun entertaining people since the mid-nineties at Richmond's Classic Hits 96.5, WLEE. K2 learned how to put the show on the road for the radio station and in the years that followed, became an expert at keeping people on the dance floors in clubs, schools, colleges and private parties. With over 1800 songs in his expanding catalogue, DJK2 is sure to...

Kimberly Carper Band: Kim Carper, a native of Wilmington, North Carolina, relocated to Charlotte in 1997 to pursue a career in singing. After attaining a Bachelors degree in music education, Kim went on to earn her Masters of Music in vocal performance at UNCG. For ten years, Kim's work as a professional jazz and blues singer has earned her invitations to perform at numerous prestigious festivals and events such...

Kyle Davis: Kyle Davis is a singer/songwriter who blends conventional confessional styles with a strong melodic sense and a penchant for narratives and clever lyrics. He built a loyal local following, and has recorded an album for the local indie label, Cellar Door Records. Davis' second album, "Waiting for You" was released on the indie Windmark Records with Don Dixon at the helm producing and helped Davis...

Matthew Thomas Band: With a such a diverse playlist, ranging from dance/variety to jazz & blues, their style is very unique and fun. With so many musical influences ranging from Earth, Wind & Fire to Wes Montgomery, and everything in between, their style and sound is a melting pot of many great artists which keep the party going all night, with a lot of "Oh, I love this song!!" Keeping people on the dance floor all...

Mike Veal Band: The Mike Veal Band gives you a hot combination of blues, rock, funk and fun! Diverse musical backgrounds and regional influences color each member's contribution to the tight sound for which the band is loved. Atlanta partiers and club patrons throughout the Southeast know Mike and the guys deliver a killer show every time. Check out the Calendar page, and don't miss the band next time they're...

Moment II Moment: For the past five years Moment II Moment has been impressing audiences from their home in Memphis, Tennessee all the way to Europe. Considered by many to be one of the most versatile bands in the south, Moment II Moment is capable of pleasing both young and old alike. Frontman Curtis Pulliam has performed with such musicians as Al Green, Kool and The Gang, and Rufus Thomas. This dynamic vocalist...

Papa Sol: Papa-Sol is a powerful band featuring lively floor shows and danceable pop or soul! Their repertoire also contains a bit of funk, reggae, country, blues, jazz, beach, and good old rock & roll. Papa-Sol plays hits from the vintage years of the 1950's to today. This band has danced from coast to coast and around the world. They boast performance credits in Japan, Thailand, Korea, The...

Rum Punch Bandits: The Rum Punch Bandits hit the stage for the first time in November of 2000 as a Jimmy Buffett tribute band and have since expanded their songlist to include a variety of genres such as beach, classic rock, Tex-rock, gulf-n-western, trop-rock and jam-rock. This seven piece party band includes two electric guitars, acoustic guitar, bass guitar, keyboards/pedal steel, congas/bongos, and drums. All...

Sabra Callas: Performing a Jazzy-Bluesy Variety of timeless songs from the 50's, 60's, & 70's, as well as popular tunes of today, Sabra's repertoire covers a wide span from the smoky sounds of Sarah Vaughan and Billie Holliday to the nostalgic sounds of Joan Baez and James Taylor... and everything in between. In addition to her cover tunes, Sabra is an accomplished songwriter and paints images of her life...

Sabra Callas Duo: The Sabra Callas Duo is compromised of seasoned entertainers that have been performing throughout the East Coast for more than 20 years. This team utilizes a combination of guitar, keyboards and vocals for a synergistic effect to form a vibrant sound that can be compared to that of a four-piece band. The styles of music covered by this duo range from jazz to blues to R&B to country to beach to...

Scott Walker: Scott Walker has been playing the music scene in the South for nearly 10 years. Strongly influenced by the Grateful Dead and The Allman Brothers Band, Scott's acoustic shows tend to reach far into the depths of exploration and music genres. "Basically I work the crowd with the type of settings I'm playing, I can play a whole show of Prince or the Doobie Brothers", he says. After touring...

Sweetbriar: At first glance, Sweetbriar is a throwback to old school "bar band" such as Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, Bruce Springsteen and the E-Street Band, or the Black Crowes. Their roots lie in the blues, rock, and soul persuasions and as a group they wear their influences heavily on their sleeves. A vocal force to be reckoned with, Sweetbriar relishes in four-part harmonies led by the soulful...

Taylor Hicks Band: Birmingham's REAL Idol, Taylor Hicks, definitely understands the meaning of soul. His gritty delivery and passion for performing brings to life every song in it's own special way. Whether at a fraternity house at Auburn or Heff's mansion in LA, Taylor and his band will have everyone feeling the love of this Bama Boy.

Trio de Janeiro: Trio de Janeiro is the Charlotte area's exciting and versatile acoustic-electric jazz trio featuring Mandi Stapleton on vocals and percussion, Greg Cagle on guitar and vocals and Habib Tamba on bass and vocals. What makes Trio de Janeiro so enjoyable to listen to is the energy and freshness in their sound and harmonies, and the versatility of their arrangements, playing a wide variety of...