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Alabama Blues Brothers

Sat, 05 Jan 2008 11:48 GMT

Jamey and Justin Crisler as
“The Blues Brothers”

When the Crisler Brothers (Jamey and Justin), a.k.a. The Alabama Blues Brothers, claim they’re the only Blues Brothers impersonators in the state and, to their knowledge, the only impersonators nationwide who are actual brothers, its hard to dispute it – especially when it’s said with a stem expression topped with night-black Ray-Bans.

Unlike the characters musicians/actors John Belushi and Dan Aykroyd made famous by the 1980 movie that sets the record for most cars wrecked in one film, the Crislers never spent time behind bars. Justin “Elwood” Crisler, 30, has a degree in criminal justice and performs the blues full time. Jamey “Jake” Crisler, 37, is a Nurse for a Hospital in North Alabama. Once in their Blues Brothers outfits, all that changes.

Jamey had an idea to show-off their look. He bought a 1976 Dodge Coronet from a junkyard, slapped on black-and-white paint to make it look like the movie’s worn police car, and convinced Justin to join him on a visit to the Hard Rock Cafe in Nashville in 1998.

“We were just going to walk in and see what kind of reaction we’d get, just for fun,” Jamey said. “The manager ran to the back, threw on ‘Soul Man,’ and announced that the Blues Brothers were there. Next thing we know, we’re standing on top of the tables dancing to it. The place went wild.”
Then, in Courtland, where Jamey lived, they entered the town’s Christmas parade. This had no holiday ring to it, but after all, who could turn down two big guys in dark suits and sunglasses?

They practiced some moves by watching the movie and old episodes of “Saturday Night Live” in which the musicians appeared, put together a sound system with backup tracks of Blues Brothers’ tunes, and printed some business cards in black-and-white.

“One venue would lead to two or three others,” Jamey said. Now The Alabama Blues Brothers have performed to over 1600 audiences and have been reviewed as two of the most realistic Blues Brother Impersonators in The Nation.

Where did all this showmanship spring from? Justin was involved in theater and band in high school and Jamey sang in Church choir. That’s it. “The odd thing was we were both raised real conservative and had never done anything edgy, just straight down the road kind of guys,” Jamey said. “This was a new kind of thing.”

Dressed in their suits, the brothers do the same thing as their movie heroes, riding the streets, barking out about their show in shameless self-promotion. For larger shows, the brothers are able to book their six to eight piece band to accompany them. “In 2000 we hooked up with some great musicians and took the show to the next level, we were actually putting the band back together!” Justin said.

Riding in the back seat of the “Bluesmobile,” surrounded by speakers and other sound equipment, staring at the silhouettes of the Crislers is like watching one long extended scene from the movie. Saxophonist Jim Beck said. On the road, he said he sometimes feels he’s experiencing things that might have ended up on the movie’s cutting-room floor.

Jamey has the lead vocals and Justin sings backing vocals while playing the harmonica. Their show staples include “Soul Man,” “Hey, Bartender,” “Jailhouse Rock”, “Give Me Some Lovin” and “Rawhide.” The Alabama Blues Brothers have performed around the Nation and even toured Japan. Some of their clients have included Jeff Cook of The Group Alabama, The United States Army, The United States Navy, Beale St. in Memphis, multiple Corporate events from Florida to Washington, DC, and many festivals including The Big Spring Jam in Huntsville Alabama, The Blue Hill Fair in Maine, Fiesta Mexicana in Topeka Kansas, and Celebrate Bonita in Bonita Springs Florida.

They’ve also performed for fund-raisers including campaigns for the national World War II memorial, American Cancer Society, American Red Cross and the Children’s Miracle Network to name a few. “When we perform, it’s a clean act that all ages can enjoy.” Justin says. Saying that, while wearing the suits and dark sunglasses, you have to believe them.

Live Performance Overview:

Typical Gig Duration: 60 – 120 minutes

Non-Stop Energy and Lots of CROWD INTERACTION!
Additional Performance Notes:

The Brothers work with multiple sound/lighting company’s all over the world with easy requirements.
We are a Tribute Band, not a rock star who wants everything and anything you could offer…
We can work with your event to make the booking as easy as possible…
Set/Song/Sequence List:

BLUES BRO’S SET-LIST
1.Peter Gunn Theme Opener
2.Back at the Chicken Shack
3.Everybody Needs Somebody C
4.Hey Bartender C
5.Blue Suede Shoes A
6.Jailhouse Rock D
7.Rawhide A
8.Flip Flop Fly Bb
9.Gimme Some Lovin E
BAND SONG BREAK
10.Rubber Biscuit F
11.Midnight Hour C
12.Everything I need, Almost E
13. Flip Flop and Fly Bb
14.Soul Man E
15.Flag Drawers C
16.FAST (cant turn you loose)Outro C
17. Sweet Home Chicago – E
18. Got my Mojo Workin – E

BAND SONGS
I FEEL GOOD
MY GIRL
FOLSOM PRISON
SUPERSTITOUS
KNOCK ON WOOD
GREAT BALLS OF FIRE
HOLD ON I’M COMIN
BROWN EYED GIRL
SHAKY GROUND
HOUSE IS A ROCKIN’
MUSTANG SALLY
SUSIE Q
OLD TIME ROCK N’ ROLL
JOHNNY B GOOD
SWEET HOME AL.
LET THE GOOD TIMES ROLL
PLAY THAT FUNKY MUSIC
YOU REALLY GOT ME
HIDEAWAY
BRICK HOUSE
WHAT I SAY
MARGARITAVILLE

And many many more…
Available for Your:

* Anniversary Party
* Awards Night
* Bachelor Party
* Bachelorette Party
* Bar or Bat Mitzvah Party
* Bar/Lounge
* Birthday Party
* Club/Nightclub
* Concert Venue
* Convention
* Corporate Function
* Cruise
* Dinner Dance
* Ethnic Celebration
* Festival
* Fund Raiser
* Funeral Service
* Grand Opening
* Launch Party
* Other Venue Type
* Private Event
* Prom or Homecoming
* Religious Celebration
* Restaurant
* Sporting Event
* Studio Session
* Trade Show
* Wedding Ceremony
* Wedding Reception

For Booking Information Visit: The Alabama Blues Brothers Web Page

Legendary Classic Motown Tour

Wed, 07 Nov 2007 12:55 GMT

Legendary Classic Motown Tour is available for routing dates in your area. Routing price and complete promotional kits are available with this package.

With original members known for their great songs, harmony sounds, and choreography through-out the decades that helped define “the sound of young America.” Their shows are every bit as entertaining as it was in the sixties and seventies. Reintroduce the Legendary Classic Motortown Revue Tour, to a whole new generation of fans.

“Your event will be a standing ovation show!”

The Legendary Classic Motown Tour featuring: The 'Ultimate Motown Party Band's known worldwide from the Grammy Hall of Fame The “Contours “featuring Sylvester Potts” and Jr Walkers Allstarband.

2 - acts no set changes A 2-HOUR HIGH ENERGY SHOW. That Catapulted them to instant fame with its unmistakable soulful groove that shaped the backbone of the Detroit “Motown Sound".

With such “HITS” as “DO YOU LOVE ME” “SHOTGUN” “ FIRST I LOOK AT THE PURSE” “WHAT DOSE IT TAKE TO WIN YOUR LOVE” AND MANY MANY MORE present to you, a spectacular two-hour live performances of unforgettable non-stop foot-stomping hits that guarantee everyone will be on their feet within minutes.

Jr. Walker’s "All Star Band"

Harvey Fuqua of Motown Hitsville, U.S.A owned a record label, Anna Records and Harvey’s label’s artist Johnny Bristol, brought a band to Harvey's attention: “Jr. Walker and The All Stars” with Tony Washington on drums, Autrey DeWalt (aka) Jr. Walker on sax and vocals, Victor Thomas on keyboards and Willie Woods on guitar.

Harvey Fuqua signed the band to his label in 1963; he closed his label and Harvey Fuqua brought his artists including the band with him to Motown Records. They started recording in 1964. Harvey became a songwriter and executive at Motown.

The 90's sadly brought the untimely death of Autrey DeWalt (aka) Jr. Walker and Willie Woods. Since then, Victor Thomas and Tony Washington have united with Kenny Walker on sax and Acklee King on percussion.

Throughout the 48 years of making music this band has worked side by side with Harvey Fuqua and in 2002 was inducted into The Grammy Hall of Fame.

The 'Ultimate Motown Party Band' known worldwide as Jr. Walker's All Star Band will present to you, spectacular one-hour live performances of unforgettable non-stop foot-stomping hits that guarantee everyone will be on their feet within minutes.

“Jr. Walker’s All Star Band” whose 1965 sax driven #1 hit “Shotgun” catapulted them to instant fame with its unmistakable soulful groove that shaped the backbone of the Detroit “Motown Sound".

Jr. Walker’s "All Star Band" is very much alive and coming your way ... soon. Hear the Motown Sound played by the guys who lived it.

For Booking Information Visit: The Legendary Classic Motown Tour Web Page

Hermanos Herrera

Sat, 22 Sep 2007 10:55 GMT

Hermanos Herrera

Hermanos Herrera is a family group consisting of five Herrera brothers and their younger sister. The group plays various styles of traditional Mexican music such as son huasteco, son jarocho, and norteño. The group has played at various venues throughout the southwestern United States as well as Mexico.

Hermanos Herrera captures with remarkable authenticity all of the musical styles that make up these traditional styles of Mexican music. They play with remarkable composure and maturity far beyond their youthful age. They perform with an aggressive and energetic style that is passionate, exhilarating and refreshing. They remain truly authentic in their interpretation of these marvelous traditional musical genres.

The five brothers in the group Jorge Andrés, Luis Albino, Miguel Antonio, Juan Pablo, and José Marcelino are students at UCLA, while Rebeca Isabel is a student at Fillmore High School. The group has recorded four CDs under the Sonbros Record label: Sones Huastecos con los Hermanos Herrera, De Corazon Huasteco, Pasion Huasteca, and Cruzando al Norte. Forthcoming are two additional CD’s of Norteño music and Jarocho music.

Hermanos Herrera have performed on national television programs such as Hola Los Angeles, Buenos Dias Los Angeles, Despierta America, Noticiero 52 Telemundo, and LATV: Mex 2 the Max. The have performed at venues such as the Universal Amphitheatre, John Anson Ford Amphitheater, Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, Orange County and San José Performing Arts Centers. Moreover, they have also performed internationally in Xalapa, Veracruz, Mexico City, Mexico, and Amatlán, Veracruz.

They have performed with the likes of Linda Ronstadt, Los Lobos, Los Rieleros del Norte, José Feliciano, Los Camperos de Valles, Mariachi Los Camperos de Nati Cano, Ozomatli, Julieta Venegas, and Tlen-Huicani.

For Booking Information Visit: The Hermanos Herrera Web Page

Marilyn Fernández

Sat, 22 Sep 2007 10:44 GMT

Marilyn Fernández

“Me Gusta la pizza. Me gusta pescar. Adoro la música” asi es Marilyn Fernandez. Es una joven sencilla, dulce, con muchos anhelos y llena de energia. Sin embargo esta bella , feliz, talentosa y joven nacida en Fresno, California ha sido conocida por la gran video-audiencia de MTV En Español y VH UNO internacional, también se ha presentado ante inmensas muchedumbres en infinidad de conciertos además de presentaciones con orquestas y shows de televisión.

Marilyn Fernandez está lista para el estrellato, ha grabado tres CDs demostrando en esta su tercera producción su madures artística y un dominio completo en el escenario.

Su primer lanzamiento- “ la que perdió “ fue programado por más de 300 estaciones de radio, generando fuertes ventas y reconocimiento internacional. es hoy y el video de Marilyn Fernandez Es uno de los más vistos en VH Uno y MTV En Español Internacional.

Marilyn Fernandez a tenido presentaciones ante las multitudes que visitan a las mundialmente famosas Fiesta Broadway Y La Fiesta De Las Americas en Los Angeles California. Ha cantado junto a la Sinfónica de Beverly Hills celebrando La diversidad de Las culturas Latinas, ha compartido escenario con estrellas del canto como Gloria Trevi, Lucero, Pablo Montero, Alvaro Torres y más.

Marilyn Fernandez se siente completamente en casa cuando canta en un escenario y su audiencia le corresponde de igual manera.” Disfruto Viajar Y especialmente compartir con esa gente maravillosa de todo el mundo que viene a escucharme cantar.”

Ella apoya a su comunidad, Marilyn Fernandez ha donado sus talentos para recaudar fondos para muchas causas nobles, incluyendo una causa con la participación del famoso actor Edward James Olmos para proveer arte y educación para los estudiante de Coalinga, California.

For Booking Information Visit: The Marilyn Fernandez Web Page

Ricardo Castillon - Tambalea

Thu, 13 Sep 2007 23:17 GMT

RICARDO CASTILLÓN released “Nueva Fusion” under independent label “Pueblo Entertainment Records,” on May 28, 2007. Produced by Ricardo Castillón, Adam Vargas, and Manuel Garza, with a fierce new sound of mariachi sounding trumpets along with cumbia-style percussive rhythms, hot guitar licks, screechy flashy trumpet solos, accordion infusions, and Latin hip-hop grooves. The new single entitled “Tambalea” was well received in Mexico as of April 16, 2007 opening new venues and was released on May 14, 2007 in the U.S. by Monitor Latino.

After not touring since 2001, Ricardo anxiously calls back his old band “La Diferenzia.” A powerhouse touring band including Adam Vargas, Val Maltos, Sinuhe Aussenac, Mike Macias, Ross Vialpando, Edward Hernandez, Cesar C . Sanchez and Steve Sanchez.

“It’s like we never stopped playing. It’s just a “New Fusion,” Ricardo said.