Bio: Steven Radice and Ukulele Swing serve up swing era standards, pop favorites from left field, and whimsical originals. Steven Radice and his string ensemble combine hot jazz with Tin Pan Island Americana in engaging performances.
Bio: Rasheed Ali and Rain People celebrate the musical melting pot of the African diaspora by combining a diverse group of musicians from the Caribbean, South America and Africa. Singing songs in English, Spanish, Portuguese and Yoruba, the music of Rasheed Ali and Rain People embraces the global village.
Instrumentation: Keyboards, percussion, steel pan guitar, bass, drums and Afro-Caribbean percussion
Bio: Renaissance celebrates street corner style doo wop and classic R&B from the 50s and 60s performed a cappella or with acoustic guitar accompaniment.
Instrumentation: Vocals, Guitar
Number of Musicians: 4 - 5 Additional Equipment: P.A. System
Bio: Phil Ranelin's music has been categorized in the Japanese Jazz press as "spiritual jazz," inspired by Sun Ra, John Coltrane, Alice Coltrane, Pharoah Sanders, Abdul Rahim Ibrahim (Doug Carn) and other jazz leaders who create music that raises the spiritual consciousness of their audiences. Ranelin's technical mastery of the slide trombone is in the J.J. Johnson tradition and expands into calls of nature, the human voice and futuristic techno sounds. Ranelin is known around the globe as a composer, arranger and leader of his ensemble, as a Freddie Hubbard sideman and as co-founder of Detroit's TRIBE indy jazz movement.
Instrumentation: Trombone,woodwinds (1-4), piano, bass, trap drums and congas.
Bio: The Riders blend elements of the classic sound of Roy Rogers and the Sons of the Pioneers with bluegrass, Cajun, and Bob Wills-style western swing. The band, led by Cody Bryant, is known for its three-part harmonies with a fun family-oriented stage show.
Instrumentation: Guitar, mandolin, banjo, pedal steel, bass, drums, fiddle and vocals. Players double on instruments.
Number of musicians: 4-6 Additional Equipment Available: P.A. system
Bio: Rocky Dawuni and the Revelation Project's signature sound is a progressive fusion of Afrobeat, Roots Reggae, and Soul. “Ghanian reggae sensation Rocky Dawuni is known for riveting live performances with his 11-piece band, the Revelation Project, as well as a dedication to promoting social justice.” - Amanda Moshier, FlavorpillInstrumentation: Drums, Bass, Keyboards, Guitar, Percussion, DJ, Saxophone, Trumpet, Lead Vocals, (2) Background Vocals
Bio: Recording artist Herman Rodriguez is a singer/songwriter of Latin ballads influenced by pop, mariachi, and regional Mexican music. He strives to create music that speaks to social causes and enhances the relationships between people of all ages.
Instrumentation: Electric Guitar, Electric Piano, Base Guitar, Trumpet, Trombone and Congas
Bio: David Rona’s mastery of the classical guitar allows him to showcase unique renditions of Bach as well as music from contemporary composers. His choice of music exhibits not only his talent but all the nuances of the classical guitar.
Bio: Playing in Los Angeles County for twenty years, David Rubinstein performs a large repertoire of classical piano music. His compelling performances feature Debussy, Schubert, and Bach as well as many others.
