RANDALL BRAMBLETT | WEBSITE

Randall Bramblett has kept great company over the years. From his early career with Capricorn Records (Cowboy, Gregg Allman, Sea Level) to his more recent tours with Widespread Panic, Traffic and Steve Winwood, he has worked with the best in the business.

Randall's solo career began in the mid ‘70s with two critically acclaimed albums on Polydor Records (That Other Mile, Light of the Night) and has continued to the present with his most recent releases on Capricorn (See Through Me) and New West Records (No More Mr. Lucky, Thin Places). COMPLETE BIO HERE

 

 

AMANDA SHAW AND THE CUTE GUYS | WEBSITE

Seventeen year-old New Orleans-based fiddler and singer Amanda Shaw brings dazzling new energy to roots-based Louisiana music with her new CD Pretty Runs Out (Rounder Records), which will be available in early January. Working with material that ranges from traditional fiddle tunes to new originals that embrace both country and rock influences, Amanda and her band, The Cute Guys, create a sound and an attitude that are both authentic and bold.

Amanda Shaw is part of a new breed of young, roots-based musicians who have embraced both traditional and pop sounds. At the age of 16, Shaw is a seasoned entertainer with a substantial audience across the southern U.S., and, through her starring role in the IMAX film, Hurricane on the Bayou (released in 2006), is gaining an increasing national presence. (COMPLETE BIO HERE - WORLD MUSIC CENTRAL)

 

COOLBONE | WEBSITE

This unique band can perform a number of musical styles at any time.  Our mission is to add to the world of music by inspiring the general public to become more aware of New Orleans' great music and in appreciating "the arts" in general.  The organizational makeup empowers us to succeed in this mission.  The instrumentation includes: a saxophonist, a trumpeter, a brass player/keyboardist, a tuba player, a lead trombonist/vocalist, a snare drummer, a bass drummer and sometimes a parade grand marshall.

We are always delighted to service your weddings, anniversaries, conventions, birthday parties, jazz funerals, political rallies, reunions, celebrations, retirements, concerts, festivals, and short parades.

 

 

 

IVAN NEVILLE'S DUMPSTAPHUNK | WEBSITE

Ivan Neville's Dumpstaphunk is a group of musicologists that transcend age and styles in a free-flowing approach to their art. Dumpstaphunk weaves a vocal and musical tapestry from key members of Dave Matthews & Friends, Trey Anastaio, Jewel and the Neville musical families. The band's music incorporates drops of Sly and the Family Stone and Meter-esque jams as well as other diverse influences into aspicy musical gumbo.

Ivan Neville began absorbing the musical attitude of the Neville family from birth. Ivan's music honors and extends the Neville's musical heritage, adding a distinctive new gift that radiates from his New Orleans roots.

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ZAC BROWN BAND | WEBSITE

When you first hear Zac Brown, you get that infallible feeling you've just encountered someone very special. Hailing from Atlanta Georgia , Zac Brown has captivated his native South with an amazing voice, classic songwriting, genuine personality and powerful stage presence that not only invites but also compels his audience to participate. Accompanied by accomplished musicians, singers, songwriters, family and friends, Zac is steadily achieving his goal of breaking down barriers and bringing people together through music that cannot be classified by one genre alone. Although his music and lifestyle are undoubtedly Southern, Zac has created universal appeal and a unique live experience, simply by being himself.

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JOE BONAMASSA | WEBSITE

Blues-rock guitar virtuoso, vocalist and songwriter Joe Bonamassa kicked off 2007 with the honor of being named Best Blues Guitarist by Guitar Player Magazine’s readership in their annual Reader’s Choice Awards. The year continues with the release of Sloe Gin, Bonamassa’s seventh solo album, and fourth on his own J&R Adventures label. A mix of heavy blues, big rock and textured acoustic tracks that Joe says was in part inspired by Rod Stewart’s legendary 1969 debut solo LP, it reunites him with producer Kevin Shirley (Joe Satriani, Black Crowes, Aerosmith, Led Zeppelin).

(COMPLETE BIO HERE)