7/3/09

Band Name - Jam Central Station Style - Classic Rock Number of Members - 5 Contact: Dave Bohannan jamcentralstation@charter.net 314-645-9247 Website: www.jamcentralstationband.com/

Jam Central Station is an established rockin' band, bringing a fresh variety of great classic rock to the St. Louis music scene. JCS is a tight five piece band, featuring three lead singers - not just another garage band, we're talking skilled musicianship, with vocals that are sure to make you think you are listening to the original group! Five seasoned musicians covering classic rock music from the 70's, 80's and beyond. Playing the killer tunes you grew up with, but don't often hear. Whether it's a club or a private party, Jam Central Station delivers...Rock and Rail!

7/3/09

Band Name - 3rd Degree Band Style - Classic Rock, R & B, Mowtown, Oldies, and some Country Number of Members - 4 up to 7 Contact: Michael drummerboystixs@hotmail.com 314-741-8577 Website: my3rddegreebands.com

If you need a professional and reliable band for an event in the St. Louis, Missouri area, look no further than 3rd Degree Band. Our seasoned musicians will help you make your next event one to remember. We have four lead vocalists including a female vocalist. We are versatile and can work as a trio for small gatherings, or for your larger events we can be a seven piece band. We are perfect for any age group whether you like to dance or just listen to the music. We have played many types of venues from house & corporate parties, to church picnics, yacht parties, and casinos. We also provide Karaoke / DJ services at very reasonable rates.

7/1/09

Band Name - Melissa Neels Band Style - Blues, rock Number of Members - 4 Contact: Melissa Neels melneels7@aol.com 314-306-8407 Website: melissaneels.net

St. Louis' premier female blues guitar player is available for bookings. The Melissa Neels band consists of four seasoned musicians and has played everything from private parties to clubs to large venues such as the Whitaker Music Festival and the Big Muddy Blues festival. Focusing on uptempo blues and familiar standards by well known artists such as Bonnie Raitt, the Allman Brothers and B.B. King, the band mixes blues, rock, and Melissa's original music in an entertaining show.

6/30/09

Band Name - Mirage Style - Variety/Dance Number of Members - 5 Contact: Darren George Miragestlouis@yahoo.com (314) 434-1915 Website: www.miragestlouis.com

Mirage is your premium source for high energy musical entertainment based in St. Louis specializing in wedding receptions, corporate functions, upscale clubs and more. The band is focused on providing professional musical entertainment to diverse audiences. Mirage has been playing in and around St. Louis for 17+ years. Having played venues from countless country clubs & hotels, pre-game before the St. Louis Ram's football games (inside the Edward Jones' Dome), post game celebrations downtown for the St. Louis Cardinals, every imaginable banquet center to Six Flags Over Mid America, Mirage entertains those that are young and those young at heart. From wedding receptions (truly our forte'), corporate functions to school picnics, Mirage will satisfy your entertainment needs. The Mirage play list, which is continually being updated, includes songs from the 40's through the current hits of today - a very diverse repertoire covering all musical tastes. Whether you are eight or eighty, you are sure to enjoy the music of Mirage. If there is a 'specific' song you'd like for your special evening and it's not on our playlist, Mirage will accommodate your needs. Consisting of keyboards/saxophone, bass and rhythm guitars, drums and a dynamic female vocalist, Mirage adds to it's diversity with all members contributing vocally, adding a full rich sound not found in all bands. Mirage can be quiet as a whisper during a dinner/cocktail hour and then have the room thumping when your guests want to dance. Whether you need to fill a large ballroom or provide music in a small intimate setting, Mirage can accommodate your desired sound level. We invite you to see Mirage perform live. Simply give us a call and we'll make the necessary arrangements. And we'll gladly provide referrals (or check out the comments section on our website) to ensure Mirage is the right choice for you. Thank you for considering Mirage for your entertainment needs!

6/30/09

Band Name - Nonstop Style - Classic Rock/Motown/Blues Number of Members - 10 Contact: Michael Zpevak nonstop@nonstoprock.net (636) 458-9798 Website: nonstoprock.net

We don't claim to be the best band in St. Louis, but unbiased St. Louis music VIPs tend to agree that we are definitely on that short list (references available upon request). Rather than claiming to be "the best," we invite you to visit our website, come hear us play, and then decide for yourself how we rank -- anytime. What we can say for sure is that with 10 veteran rockers (average 25 years pro experience), a full horn section and both male and female lead singers, Nonstop does an incredible variety of Classic Rock and related genres (120 songs and currently on our way to 150), with special emphasis on the great rock horn bands like Chicago, Blood, Sweat & Tears, Steely Dan, and the like. There's also lots of Motown, guitar-driven rock (like Lynyrd Skynyrd and Mellencamp), and even some Country Rock as well. Nonstop's 2009 Schedule includes events like the Westport Party In The Plaza, several Cardinals games at the Stadium Hilton, concerts at Bluebird Park and the City of O'Fallon, and house gigs at George's On Clayton and Bobby's (Plager's). For private events, Nonstop is booked at such fine venues as Windows On Washington, Windows Off Washington, The Glass Factory, St. Albans Country Club, St. Clair Country Club and The Legends. We've been booked in both Missouri and Illinois by event organizers as far East as Virginia and as far West as L.A. The band is comprised exclusively of seasoned musicians and takes work very seriously at its West St. Louis County rehearsal studio. Visit our website and see for yourself why KLOU's former star DJ, "Smash," described Nonstop on-the-air as "magnificent," "awesome" and "what a killer band!" If you want the single hottest Classic Rock show in St. Louis right now, and you're looking for a true "class act," you'll want to check us out. Promo CD's are available upon request. Please consult our website schedule for exact dates of availability.

6/29/09

Band Name - Jaxx R Beter Style - rock,blues,country cover songs Number of Members - 5 Contact: tom o'connell/greg cole assortednutsbooking@missouri.usa.com 636-290-0111 Website: webspawner.com/users/bascoe/

We are available to play bars,birthday parties, wedding receptions,corporate events. Check our website out for more details. Music CD demos available upon request.

6/29/09

Band Name - Mixed Nuts (Young Buddah) Style - rock,blues,country cover songs Number of Members - 4 Contact: tom o'connell assortednutsbooking@missouri.usa.com 636-290-0111 Website: webspawner.com/users/bascoe/

Young Buddah is a 3pc.band consisting of guitar,bass,drums. Mixed Nuts is a 4pc. band consisting of guitar,bass,drums,keyboards. This is sort of a minute man band designed to cover last minute cancellations or last minute gigs. This band is comprised of veteran cover band players that come from different bands to help cover a gig. Thus the name mixed nuts. Visit the website for more details.

6/25/09

Band Name - PLASTIC Style - 80's, and today Number of Members - 5 Contact: Phil Minardi Musicman9023@charter.net 314-489-2314 Website: www.myspace.com/plasticstlouis

Plastic is a high-energy 80's/new music dance band with a BIG sound and an overdose of fun! Fronted by amazing vocalist, Jon Kruse (krewzee), winner of the 2008 Readers Choice Best Male Vocalist, Plastic does songs by The Cure, Duran Duran, Depeche Mode, Kajagoogoo, Billy Idol, Journey, Tears For Fears, Ah Ha, along with songs by Panic At The Disco, Justin Timberlake, The Afters, The Killers, Metro Station, and Finger Eleven. This makes for a great show and lots of entertainment! Check out our Myspace page for our schedule, or keep a look out for us at rooms like The VooDoo, Helen Fitzgerald's, Trainwreck, Harry's, Pop's, and The Babylon. . . . . . . . .we're talkin' fun!

6/25/09

Band Name - Rhythm Watch Band Style - Variety Number of Members - 5 Contact: Carla carla@rhythmwatchband.com 314-435-1873 Website: www.rhythmwatchband.com

Rhythm Watch is a five piece cover band. All members are seasoned professional musicians. Female lead singer with enough energy and excitement to keep any club or private event entertained all evening. This band will take your party from dull to dynamite in 0 to 60 seconds. Before you hire the other band, remember RW RW RW RW RW.

6/25/09

Band Name - BLUE 66 Style - Traditional, Acoustic Blues Number of Members - 3 Contact: Kevin Horth blue66stl@yahoo.com 314-566-2416 Website: blue66stl.com

BLUE 66 is a collaboration of three talented St. Louis area musicians who are all veteran musical artists and are excited to be playing together for the first time. Playing the Blues is our passion, but we have a way of putting our own signature and sound on some classic pieces of American Musical History. By playing at an ACOUSTIC level, and with our own arrangements, we feel that our treatment of these songs is unique, and we hope you enjoy listening as much as we enjoy playing. While our primary style is ACOUSTIC, we are happy to break out the Les Paul and Stratocaster and amp things up to an ELECTRIFIED level when the occasion arises.

6/20/09

Band Name - Pleasure Groove Style - Variety Dance / Motown / R&B / Top 40 / Jazz Number of Members - 7 Contact: Mark Brown pleasuregroove@charter.net 314-308-8281 Website: www.pleasuregroove.com

If you're looking for the most entertaining dance band in St. Louis, then you've found it in Pleasure Groove. Pleasure Groove is a 7-piece dance band specializing in popular dance music from the '60s through today, with an emphasis on Motown, Top 40, R&B/Soul/Funk, and Disco, as well as jazz for dinner and cocktail hours. No other band in town so successfully combines the energy and talent of a top nightclub band with the professionalism and elegance of a top corporate event or wedding band. But don't take our word for it. Visit our website to see the accolades our clients have used to describe us. If you'd like Pleasure Groove to help you create a special event you and your guests will never forget, then contact us today.

6/20/09

Band Name - Cauze4Concern Style - Classic Rock, R&B, Dance Number of Members - 8 Contact: Jeff C4CSTL@Gmail.com 314-591-2263 Website: www.cauze4concern.com

The Cauze4Concern Band is available for corporate events, private functions, outdoor festivals, and club venues with room enough to accommodate an 8-piece band and a REALISTIC budget to secure our services. SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY PLEASE! We are THE affordable live entertainment option that your company or group should consider for its next event. Email us at C4CSTL@Gmail.com for booking information.

6/20/09

Band Name - Blue Dog Improv Style - Classic Rock/Variety Number of Members - 5 Contact: Doug bluedogimprov@gmail.com 618-355-7901 Website: www.myspace.com/bluedogimprov

If you're looking for the best up and coming metro east party band, you're looking at the right ad! Blue Dog Improv is a five-member band consisting of Bass, Rhythm Guitar, Lead Guitar, Vocals, Keyboards and Drums. We play classic rock/variety with a little bit of country mixed in. We have pro lighting equipment; smoke machine, and pro sound equipment. Contact us for private parties, live entertainment for your bar/restaurant, weddings, fundraisers, and corporate events. For weddings, we charge a rock bottom price of $500 for the first 4hours. Why hire a D.J. when you can have a live band!! We'll even learn and play four of your favorite songs that have special meaning to you on your wedding day! Why spend a fortune on other metro-east bands for your entertainment needs when you can hire the best for less.

6/17/09

Band Name - StellaLuna Style - Classic Rock, Folk Rock Number of Members - 2 - 3 Contact: Teresa Nienhaus stellaluna.band@charter.net 314-608-8202 Website: www.myspace.com/stellalunaband

This female duo covers classic rock tunes, rockin' or mellow - to your liking. Vocal harmonies, acoustic guitars, bass & keyboard. Guest musicians often sit in with us to spice it up. We'd love to play for you!

6/9/09

Band Name - Skyline Band Style - Classic Rock, R, and B, and much more Number of Members - 5 Contact: Tom Connelly bass4sure@aol.com 314-521-3130 314-277-7564 cell Website: www.skylineband.info

Skyline Band is going into its 16th year of performing in the St. Louis area. The band is fronted by Teresa (aka, Sweet T), who was runner-up in the 2006 Harrah's Lucky Break competition. Her soulful voice is exceptional on vocals by Tina, Aretha, Whitney, and can surprise everyone when she does the likes of Carrie Underwood, Janis Joplin, and many more. Backing Teresa are 4 seasoned players, who also contribute lead and backing vocals. Check our website, www.skylineband.info, which has audio and video clips, pictures and an extensive song list, and then you will see why our band is always asked to return.

6/6/09

Band Name - The Kevin Mitchell 4 Style - jazz/swing/standards/50s/blues Number of Members - 4 Contact: Kevin Mitchell Kevin@KevinMMitchell.com 314-962-6292 Website: www.kevinmmitchell.com

Looking to class up your special event? We're stinkin' with class! Whether it's for hundreds at the Chase Park Plaza Hotel's Crystal Ballroom or the St. Charles New Town Jazz Festival, an especially classy wedding, a magnificent anniversary party, or a swanky cocktail happening or fund raiser, the Kevin Mitchell 4 provides swingin' Martini Music that will make your event especially memorable. We perform with energy and a sense of fun that is infectious, and have been called "the hard-swingin' quartet around." We are pianist/guitarist Kevin Mitchell, singer Barb Jochens, saxophonist Steve Kauffmann, and drummer Chuck Kennedy, who collectively have been entertaining St. Louis crowds for over 60 years. We've provided atmosphere and background music on the slow side and also kept people on the floor dancing for four hours straight - and everything in between. Our finely honed repertoire includes the work of Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole, Ella Fitzgerald, Cole Porter, Bobby Darin, Patsy Cline, Miles Davis, Burt Bacharach, and even Diana Krall and Van Morrison . some rockin' blues tunes are usually thrown into the mix as well. Please go to our site or our song list and you'll get what we mean by "Martini Music."

6/6/09

Band Name - American Originals Style - Classic Rock Number of Members - 3 Contact: Pete americanoriginalsmusic@yahoo.com 618-447-1254 Website: www.myspace.com/americanoriginals

AMERICAN ORIGINALS is YOUR party band. We are a versatile three piece band (guitar, bass and drums) playing Classic Rock for your party or club. AMERICAN ORIGINALS is made up of three long time St. Louis area musicians who have played all of the areas major venues of the past and present. Small enough to play anywhere, and with our own sound systems large enough to play everywhere. Small clubs, big clubs, birthday parties, church picnics, class reunions, company events, AMERICAN ORIGINALS is a great choice. AMERICAN ORIGINALS - FEEL THE "O"!

6/6/09

Band Name - The Fundamentals Style - Pop/Rock Oldies, R&B/Motown, Party Classics, Variety Number of Members - 5 Contact: Kevin J. Leitheiser kleitheiser@hotmail.com (217)532-2126 or (217)789-4637 Website: www.fundamentalsband.com

Featuring experienced, professional musicians, The Fundamentals can provide entertainment for many different musical settings. Our specialties are formal social and civic events, corporate functions, country clubs, and private parties.

6/6/09

Band Name - LOVESHARK Style - Rock/Rock-a-billy/Blues Number of Members - 4 Contact: Nick Roady dnickroady@hotmail.com (618)917-0180 Website: http://www.myspace.com/lovesharkrocks

LOVESHARK is a Rock-N-Roll band that fuses delta blues and rock-a-billy rhythm, combined with in your face guitar licks and smooth vocals to reproduce your favorite dance and party songs. It is our goal to provide great live entertainment that appeals to everyone. We are available for private party shows as well as bar/night club events. for booking information contact: Nick Roady (618)917-0180 or visit us on myspace at http://www.myspace.com/lovesharkrocks

5/23/09

Band Name - Brotha D & the Woo Daddies Style - Jump-Blues Rockabilly-Swing Number of Members - Trio w/ guests Contact: Dustin woodaddies@gmail.com 314-351-5753 Website: www.woodaddies.com

Brotha D & the Woo Daddies are a hep St. Louis trio, featuring jumpin' upright bass, hip-shakin' melodic guitar, mixed to the groove of a swingin' drum beat. Formed back in the year 2000, the band mixes a landscape of original and American roots cover songs into their show, and refer to their style as "Rockn'jump-bluesabilly with a twist of Swing". If you're looking for top-notch entertainment to spice up your next event, then look no further...cause Brotha D & the Woo Daddies are available for ANY event. For more details, check out our website. ALWAYS a good time...WOO!

5/23/09

Band Name - Spectrum Band Style - Variety (Pop, Jazz, R&B, Swing, Big Band, Motown, Disco) Number of Members - 9 Contact: Tim Callihan tim@spectrumband.net 314-434-7153 Website: www.spectrumband.net

Spectrum is one of the most requested and entertaining professional bands in St. Louis for private parties. We are also one of the few preferred bands at the Coronado Ballroom, Kemoll's Top of the Met, Windows On/Off Washington, Ritz-Carlton, Chase Park Plaza, Renaissance Grand, Sheraton City Center, Frontenac Hilton, Kemp Auto Museum, Orlando Gardens, and most of the local country clubs so many of our bookings come from recommendations made by the managers at these locations. Spectrum was selected as the "Best Band in Missouri" in Modern Bride national magazine for the second year in a row! The voting was conducted by St. Louis wedding coordinators, country club managers, and event coordinators. We are also pleased to announce that Spectrum has partnered with Kent Audio & Lighting to provide the best possible experience for our clients at no extra cost. They now provide all of the equipment for the band including a state-of-the-art sound and light system with wireless laptop mixing capability, instrument cartage and set-up, as well as all stage preparations prior to each show. Also, a professional engineer is on site for each performance to ensure that the sound and lighting are perfect! Spectrum is a 9-piece band that has been performing for over 20 years and featured in "Southern Living Magazine", "St. Louis Bride Magazine", the "Martha Stewart Wedding Magazine", the "Post-Dispatch", as well as "Modern Bride Magazine". The band was also recently featured in the international trade magazine "Modern Drummer" as being one of the most successful local bands in the country. We definitely know how to make any wedding or private event the best it can possibly be. Our comprehensive web site includes our complete schedule with past and future dates, many current unsolicited testimonials, plus audio and video demos of the band. We've performed at events as small as 50 guests and as large as 5000 when we opened for ZZ Top at the Scottrade Center during an IBM international conference so we know how to make your event a tremendous success. Let The Spectrum Band bring this high level of experience, professionalism, and elegance to your event!

5/23/09

Band Name - CROSSOVER Style - Classic Rock, Rock & Roll, Motown, Country Number of Members - 7 Contact: Rocky Rowe rockyrowe@charter.net 314-749-7971 Website: www.crossover-band.com

A dynamic seven piece band, there is never a dull moment when Crossover takes the stage. Great music is only a part of Crossover's appeal. Audience participation and an "its our pleasure" attitude makes Crossover the right fit for corporate parties, fairs, festivals, parish picnics and any venue where you seek an entertaining and musically solid band. Two keyboardists, two guitarists, bass, drums and percussionist with two band members doubling on sax and trumpet, coupled with six beautifully blended voices. Totally self-contained with professional lighting and sound system capable of handling large outdoor venues or smaller intimate events. Crossover's goal is to exceed your expectations. Hear the band on their website.

5/16/09

Band Name - Hands Off Style - dance Number of Members - 4 Contact: Vicki Lynn handsoffband@aol.com 618-210-7889 Website: handsoffband.com

Three guys, a girl, and the best mix of classic rock, disco, r+b, and just all around fun music that you can find. Come on out and see what we're talking about. See Hands Off at a "spot" near you!

5/16/09

Band Name - Smack Dab Style - Classic Rock Number of Members - 4 Contact: Chris Palazzolo clpalazzolo@gmail.com 636-240-4691 Website: www.smackdabsrockin.net

Smack Dab is a local band that covers the best in classic rock. Featuring the fantastic voice of Stacy Ecker, Smack Dab can be seen almost any weekend in clubs througout St. Louis city, county, and St. Charles. We would love to play your club, wedding, or special event.

5/7/09

Band Name - NINE 2 ONE Style - ROCK Number of Members - 5 Contact: stacey kelley skelley9370@yahoo.com 636-575-5477 Website: www.nine2oneband.com

NINE 2 ONE formed about 2.5 years ago based out of Illinois has grown to be a force to recon with. We are starting to migrate to the st. Louis area. Please visit our website watch and listen to live music. Thank you for checking us out. Feel free to email us with any date that you may be interested in booking.

5/7/09

Band Name - 2 GUYS ROCK DUO Style - Classic Rock, R&B & Country Number of Members - 2 Contact: Stacey Kelley skelley9370@yahoo.com 636-575-5477 Website: www.2guysrock.com

Mike Schlipp from "my friend mike" & Stacey Kelley have done many band projects including very successful solo projects. We have decided to put together a duo that will be tough to beat. We have played a wide variety of venues from large to small and we make every event a huge party. Please check out our website there you will find song list, photos and be able to listen and watch media. Shows will book fast so don't miss out on your desired date!

5/6/09

Band Name - Country Folk Style - Traditional country, folk, originals Number of Members - 4 Contact: Ron Keck dobroron@att.net 314-892-6221 Website:**** N/A ****

Country Folk is a 4 piece acoustic group that plays traditional country and folk music. Guitars, Dobros, a harmonica and an autoharp enhance the 3 part harmonies heard throughout our performances. Our group was formed 5 years ago and has played locally at such varied venues as the Cahokia Courthouse Music Festival, Kirkwood Greentree Festival and the St. Charles Flood Relief concert. We hope to be playing for you at your venue and look forward to your reply

5/6/09

Band Name - Max Cherry Style - Rock/Pop/Dance Number of Members - 6 Contact: Gerry Griesbaum maxcherryband@sbcglobal.net 314-852-2689 Website: www.maxcherryband.com

If you are interested in just having a fun time, check out the this six piece group! With two lead vocalists, and three other musician's voices available, the vocals are powerful! Playing music of many different styles, Max can satisfy your varied musical tastes! The website contains all of the info about the group and it's musical tastes! The Max Cherry Band ..... you've heard that somewhere!