Whiskey Morning Band

Whiskey Morning Band

Suzy Bacino, guitar and vocals. Suzy is the founder of Whiskey Morning Band and a singersongwriter with a deep love of country music. She has been playing in the St. Louis music scene since 2010. Suzy is also a co-founder with WMB bandmate Michael Eisenbeis of the original Americana band Fine to Drive (www.finetodriveband.com). She is a frequent guest vocalist with the band Stir, The Hard Promises: A Tom Petty Tribute, and Dogs of Society, The Ultimate Elton John Rock Tribute. Michael Eisenbeis, guitar and vocals. Michael has played in many notable St. Louis bands for the past 25+ years including The Nukes, Shooting With Annie, The Who-Band, and The Lodge Brothers. Michael is also a co-founder with WMB bandmate Suzy Bacino of the original Americana band Fine to Drive (www.finetodriveband.com). Additionally, Michael is the lead guitarist for The Hard Promises: A Tom Petty Tribute.

Adam White, drums. Adam has toured with many national acts as well as being an active session drummer and appearing on recordings with Tiffany, John Waite, Randy Brecker, Sonny Landrith and The Born Again Floozies. Adam has worked with producers such as Steve Albini (Nirvana, Robert Plant, The Pixies), Charlie Peacock (Switchfoot),

Steve Millikan (Ray Boltz, Bill Gaither) and J.J. Wiesler (Jonathan Richman, Chuck Prophet). Adam has played on numerous music publishing sessions for Warner Bros., Hal Leonard, Shawnee Press and Alfred Music. Adam has recently been on tour with Grammy award winning gospel singer Sandi Patty. He is also a sound engineer and the owner of Big Bang Recording Studio.

Chris Black, bass and vocals. An experienced musician, Chris has performed with Theo Peoples (Four Tops & The Temptations), Billy Peek (Rod Steward & Chuck Berry), Johnny Rivers, The Ralph Butler Band, Kim Massie, and Butchwax & the Hollywoods, among others. In addition to his musical skills, Chris has also worked as a booker, manager, and promoter of many large festivals in the St. Louis area.

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John Frinzi

John Frinzi

John Frinzi blends folk, pop and country, delivering a sunny, laid-back beach vibe.  A gifted singer and songwriter, Frinzi has built an audience through craft and originality.  An early demo caught the ear of legendary steel guitarist Doyle Grisham, a longtime member of Jimmy Buffett’s Coral Reefer Band, and their working relationship led to John’s first album, “Into The Dawn.”  His second release, “Shoreline,” showcases Frinzi’s versatility as a songwriter and vocalist with many of the songs co-written by Tom Corcoran, co-writer of the Buffett classics,“Fins,” and “Cuban Crime of Passion”.  Most recently, John teamed up with multi-platinum songwriter and producer Aaron Scherz to release “Blue Sky View”.  Singles from all of these albums remain in regular rotation on Sirius/XM’s Radio Margaritaville.

A seasoned live performer, Frinzi has toured nationally, performed in the Caribbean and Europe and has been featured at major festivals including Musikfest, Keith Sykes Songwriters Celebration, Key West Songwriters Festival, Pensacola Beach Songwriters Festival and has shared the stage with acclaimed artists including Jesse Winchester, Mac McAnally, The Coral Reefer Band, Todd Snider, and Maria Muldaur.

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Retro Boogie

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Hey, don’t let the cool name fool you! Retro Boogie plays everything from way back when to top 40 including pop, rock, R&B, disco, soul, rock & roll and everything in between! This 6-piece high energy group will have you stomping your feet and grooving to the beat with the vocal talents of sisters (yep, real sisters) Roz Moore & Bev Boyd. These sisters even let the guys in the back sing, too! Your musical ride will be funky-fabulous with choreographic moves, plenty of laughs, and ohhhh those harmonies! RETRO BOOGIE promises to deliver an enjoyable non-stop musical experience to ALL your guests, young and old!

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Christopher Walters

Christopher Walters

New Orleans born pianist/singer/composer Chris Walters relocated to Nashville to tour
as Music Director & pianist for Barbara Mandrell. Upon her retirement in 1997 he
became pianist for the band Alabama, touring and recording with them from 1997-
2004. He toured as Music Director/pianist for Sony Music Masterworks Recording Artist
& Hall of Fame Songwriter JD Souther, opening each show with a set of his own original
music. He also tours as keyboardist with The Alison Brown Quartet, The Peter Mayer
Group, and The Jeff Coffin Mu’tet. He’s performed with the Nashville Symphony
Orchestra and recorded the soundtrack for a documentary film scored by Bela Fleck. At
the age of 18, he was a finalist in the Chattanooga Symphony Orchestra’s Gershwin
competition. Chris attended the Jazz Studies Program at Webster University in St. Louis
and was listed by them as a notable alumnus in Downbeat magazine. His debut album,
“Strange Fruit”, was featured on National Public Radio’s “Jazz South” program. Chris
followed that with “Cool Blue Swing” (2003) and “Yay! Everybody, Yay!” (2012),
recordings that include his original compositions as well as works by Alberto Ginastera
and Cole Porter, and feature orchestral arrangements around his small band
performances. He has released two recent albums, “Boneyard Thieves” (2018), an
album of original songs and the Grammy nominated “Whisper & Howl” (2019), an
album of original instrumental Surrealist Pop. He is also an award-winning animator.
Two of his animated shorts won first place at the 2005 Key West IndieFest Film Festival.

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Dazed & Confused

Dazed & Confused

Dazed was founded by US Army Veterans Rusty Ezzell (disabled) and Dustin Row. Being the founder of Songs4Soldiers, Dustin met Rusty through a VA trip for Disabled American Veterans. After meeting, Dustin invited Rusty to sing a song with his current band at the 2016 Songs4Soldiers Benefit Concert. From there the two started a heavy hitting, fun, energetic rock n roll project called Dazed n Confused STL. Dazed plays plenty of rock hits and also has a deep collection of famous b-sides tunes from artists such as April Wine, Allman Brothers, Robin Trower and so many more.

When not playing venues or large outdoor shows, Dazed also started performing these songs acoustically as a full band for wineries, small venues and private parties. What sets apart Dazed from other projects is; song selection and the iconic rock voice of disabled veteran Rusty Ezzell. Rusty performs the show as energetically as a rocker from a wheelchair can!

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Pure Nectar

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Pure Nectar is a musical experience guaranteed to dazzle and delight music lovers of all ages. Pure Nectar is a High Energy Rock n Roll/ Variety Dance band from Saint Louis MO. We focus on all styles and genres from old to new and everything in between. You ask for it and we’ll play it. We work diligently with our clients to customize a song list for each and every event. Whether you want to play a role in song selection or just rely on our top notch, seasoned musicians to use our professional judgment, we will strive to ensure and create the ultimate party extravaganza for you and your guests!

Pure Nectar offers the ability to modify our band to suit your needs. We offer a full 6-7piece band with horn section for larger events; as well as a small acoustic duo/ trio act for smaller, intimate events. We pride ourselves by giving you a 100% live performance. That means that no backing tracks are used…What you see is what you get. We also provide state of the art sound and lighting for every event. Whatever your musical desires may be, we offer high quality entertainment for any occasion!

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New Crime Theatre

New Crime Theatre Band

New Crime Theatre is a 5-piece rock and dance variety band that has been putting our own twist on your favorite songs since 2011. Our original members have been playing together since the 90’s when we met in the music program at Truman State University, and we’ve been performing together ever since! Our sound is based on strong musicianship, unexpected surprises, and a huge catalog of songs that we can tailor to just about any crowd. We feature powerful vocals, rich harmonies, and masterful instrumental performances that get the crowd moving all night long.

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Wildfire Acoustic

Wildfire Acoustic

The HOTTEST country band in the Midwest, Wildfire brings a non-stop party with fresh high-energy arrangements of your favorite country songs. With this being a more mellow Wildfire, the duo or trio plays acoustic versions of the Wildfire setlist, perfect for any type of event!

The duo consists of female vocals and male vocals/guitar. The trio consists of female vocals, male vocals/acoustic guitar, and percussion. This group is sure to bring a fun spin on all of your favorite country songs.

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South City Express

South City Express Band

South City Express is a high-energy cover band that is sure to keep your crowd moving from the first note to the last! The band is lead by female & male vocalists, and also features piano, guitar, bass guitar, drums, saxophone, and trumpet; lending a rich and full sound that will provide an unforgettable music experience! With their choreographed dancing and outstanding stage presence, the round and robust sounds of the horn section, and their expansive set list, South City Express has a little something for all generations! No matter who your audience is, South City Express is a perfect fit!

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Scott Kirby

Scott Kirby

Singer, songwriter, guitarist, storyteller, traveler and road warrior are all words that aptly describe Scott Kirby. Finishing songs while driving through the Italian countryside, performing 100 plus live shows throughout the US and Canada, touring Ireland with 50 fans in tow, and recording his tenth album in Nashville, all keep the barnacles off this modern-day troubadour.

A creative lyricist and accomplished finger-style acoustic guitarist with an expressive voice, Kirby describes himself as a direct descendent of the ’70s singer/songwriter movement. His very first 45 was a Beatles record, and he came of musical age listening to James Taylor and other great songwriters of that era. He has never received any formal musical training, but often credits Taylor with teaching him how to play the acoustic guitar. “If it weren’t for the hundreds of solitary hours in my room in Concord, New Hampshire, with a guitar and a James Taylor book, I never would have learned to play,” says Kirby. Speaking of New Hampshire and musical influences, let’s not forget fellow New Hampshire native Tom Rush who was taking the folk scene by storm in Kirby’s formative years. Coincidentally, Kirby connected with both of these artists in Key West 30 years later, which is a whole other story.

After a few years in high school bands and a stint in his early 20s as a bass guitarist with a group, Kirby drifted away from music and became immersed in a career in politics: managing campaigns, writing and producing radio and TV ads, and overseeing the office of a leader in the New Hampshire legislature. He was also guitarless for eight years! In 1988, however, after tiring of the political rat race and the length and severity of New England winters, he bought a new guitar, relentlessly practiced his chops, and planned his escape. Six months later Kirby was living in Key West and performing five nights a week on a balmy beach facing the Gulf of Mexico.

Kirby started writing songs after some inspirational late-night words from legendary songwriter Shel Silverstein and further encouragement from Peter Mayer, who had just joined the Coral Reefer Band. A year later he found himself recording his first CD, Too Damn Yankee, in Jimmy Buffett’s Shrimpboat Sound Studio with Peter and Jim Mayer and Roger Guth. “This was a very lucky break for me, but I was in a bit over my head,” says Kirby. “Peter, Jim and Roger were incredibly patient with me and it was a fantastic learning experience.”

Between 1993 and 2006, Kirby continued to write new material and recorded four more CDs with Key West producer/engineer Dan Simpson. In 2008 luck struck again when famed drummer/producer Russ Kunkel offered to produce Kirby’s Row Me Home CD at his studio in Los Angeles. “Next thing I know I’m cutting my songs in the Hollywood Hills with Russ, bassist Leland Sklar and guitarist Dean Parks and feeling like the luckiest guy in the world.”

Speaking of luck, Kirby’s wistful ballad “Lucky Enough” struck a chord with listeners on Sirius/XM Radio Margaritaville, which exposed his music to more markets around the country and led to his current touring schedule through 35 states each year. He continues to receive regular airplay on the station.

Kirby joined a group of friends in 2011 to open the Smokin’ Tuna Saloon, a 200-seat bar and music venue in Key West, where Kirby often performed in the winter months. The Tuna is also host to the Key West Songwriter’s Festival, which has exploded into the largest event of its kind, in the world.

In 2013 Kirby released his seventh CD, Sol Searching, a collaboration with producer/engineer/musician Lew London. “Lew was great to work with as he’s so multi-talented,” says Kirby. “He performed for years with Steve Goodman and is such a fine songwriter in his own right that he really understands how to build a sound around acoustically- based songs.”

Scott Kirby’s eighth CD, La Casa Cayo Hueso, was a live collaboration with occasional bandmates, Brendan and Peter Mayer. His ninth effort, Chasing Hemingway’s Ghost, was recorded in Nashville with producer Andy Thompson in 2017.

When it comes to songwriting, Kirby respects authenticity and counts on everyday life and his coastal roots for much of his inspiration. “I don’t wake up every day thinking about writing the next commercial hit,” says Kirby. “Songwriting for me is about telling stories, expressing emotions, and commentary on things I may find funny or absurd.”

Over the years Kirby has shared the stage with some of his favorite artists: Carole King, Jimmy Buffett, Tom Rush, Mac McAnally, Darius Rucker, Livingston Taylor, Marty Stewart, Asleep at the Wheel and others. When not on the road or performing in Key West, Kirby splits his time between Key West and the coast of Maine, where he can often be found sailing, a lifelong passion of this descendent of Newfoundland fishermen. He’s also recently discovered a little town in Southern France, where he plans to lay his head a month or two each year.

Yes, Scott Kirby is—as he readily admits—lucky enough.

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