Bluegrass/Traditional/Roots/Folk
Music Styles
Talent: Dance, Variety & Show Bands
Barb and Eddie
Eddie Humphries is a world-class saxophonist who has performed with music’s biggest names throughout his career. Barb Polk is a highly versatile vocalist who can sing everything from sultry jazz and standards to show tunes, pop and rock 'n' roll. Together they create a full, live band sound by utilizing professionally arranged backing tracks and an amazing digital "wind machine" that can simulate hundreds of instruments.
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Cato Watts
Four-five piece variety band
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Indigo
Variety band featuring vocalists Gayle King and Eddie Abraham with keyboard, saxophone, and drums.
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Jayne Bond & The Pink Martinis
Jayne Bond & The Pink Martinis is vocalist Jayne Bond, 5 musicians (The Pink Martinis), and 2 dancer/singers (The Martini Sisters). This premier show band has performed classic hits at corporate parties, festivals, conventions and special events all over the United States and the Caribbean. The band’s blend of 60’s, 70’s, 80’s and current high energy party music, complete with colorful costumes and props, gets audiences of all ages involved with dance contests, conga lines and sing-a-longs.
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The Monarchs
Since their 1964 national hit "Look Homeward Angel," The Monarchs have been winning fans and entertaining audiences with their vocal harmonies and excellent musicianship. A real rock 'n' roll classic but also a great show band, complete with comedy and costume changes.
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Platinum
Platinum – a band that sounds good, looks good, starts your party on time, and keeps you dancing with long sets and short breaks. It's a band that plays soft, classy music for your cocktail hour and then turns it on for your dancing! Performers who not only play your favorite music but entertain your guests, all with a configuration to fit your budget.
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PowerHouse Boogie Band
Incorporating some of the brightest and accomplished talent to grace any stage in the Midwest, the PowerHouse Boogie Band continually surprises audiences with a level of energy that is nothing short of breathtaking. Backed by a solid wall of sound and an awesome light show, PowerHouse is pure emotion, excitement, and energy packed into one amazing show.
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Rick DeBow & Friends
A versatile entertainer on multiple instruments, Rick DeBow covers a wide variety of styles including R&B, blues, classic rock, and smooth jazz. His vocals are smooth too, and his stand-out band rounds out the sound that is sure to please. Private parties, restaurants, corporate events, neighborhood picnics, and festivals are just some of the places where people have enjoyed Rick DeBow & Friends.
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The Sensations
Classic rock plus contemporary sounds is what you'll find with this group, available in sizes ranging from 6 piece to 11 piece.
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Skyline
Looking for good solid background music for a dinner, reception, or party where the focus is on conversation? Then Skyline is your band. This instrumental trio of keyboard, saxophone, and drums plays a wide variety of styles, providing the perfect ambiance without getting in the way.
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Trio Louisville
Trio Louisville is a string ensemble that plays a variety of music including classical, popular, show, oldies, jazz, ethnic and country. Also available as a duo (violin and cello) and a quartet (two violins, viola, and cello). The ensemble has years of experience playing for events of all sizes, parties and weddings. Hear additional audio samples under Classical.
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Walker & Kays
If you’re fond of Gershwin, Cole Porter and the sensuous sounds of the bossa nova, put Walker & Kays at the top of your ‘favorites’ list. They’ll turn up the energy with the classic rock sounds of tunes like Johnny B Goode and Mustang Sally. Add the music of the Roaring 20s, Big Band 40s or saucy 60s. From cool and sweet to hot and spicy, Walker & Kays deliver the goods every time – and with style. Hear additional audio samples under Jazz.
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Wulfe Bros.
The Wulfe Bros. are high-energy, professional entertainers with many years of experience. This band is comprised of three musicians, each with distinctive vocal talents capable of singing lead or harmony. Their instrumental ability allows them to adapt to their surroundings with a full, complete sound. For a diverse combination of music, fun and excitement, check out The Wulfe Bros.
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Wulfe Pack
The Wulfe Pack's show reflects the rock 'n' roll reviews found in the '60s and '70s. Each vocalist, each musician is given his moment to step into the spotlight and shine. Offering a tasty blend of soul with R&B and a dash of blues, the always danceable music of The Wulfe Pack will make any party a hit.
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