Steve Baker - Horns & Vocals
Charlotte Gregory - Vocals
Ben Palmer – Bass & Vocals
Drew Lile – Guitar & Vocals
Todd Proctor - Drums
Influences
Boz Scaggs, Chaka Khan, Miles Davis, Bonnie Raitt, Stanley Clarke, Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin, Toto, Joss Stone, Lee Ritenour, Steve Gadd, Fleetwood Mac, Doc Severinsen, Gino Vannelli, Chris Botti, Larry Carlton, Marcus Miller, Crusaders, Chet Baker, Herbie Hancock, and too many more to mention!
Sounds Like
A mixture of Steve, Charlotte, Drew, Todd & Ben's unique chemistry!
Cafe' Mars consists of an all-star line-up of Raleigh/Durham-area musicians, and can be found most any night of the week at area restaurants and clubs, or regionally at corporate and private events delivering a unique fusion of Top-40 hits from the 60's, 70's, 80's, 90's and today - including everything from contemporary jazz to funk to bluegrass to rock-n-roll, all filtered through an unusually high-level of experience and musicianship.
Musically-speaking, this is not a cliche' wedding band . . . not even close. While they are regularly hired for high-end weddings and corporate events, it is because of the quality, versatility and uniqueness of their live sets, . . . not because of stereotypical expectations. If you want a band that can keep 'em on the floor dancing, . . . no problem. If you need them to create a more sophisticated "listening" environment, these guys can even deliver that, at a level unmatched by typical cover bands.
While some bands make a "claim" of versatility, it is usually at the expense of the music itself. With Cafe' Mars, "versatility" is delivered at an uncompromising level of musicianship and performance. A brief resume' of each member bears out the quality, experience and professionalism comprising Cafe' Mars. These guys are not only full-time musicians, but they are also music teachers and clinicians:
STEVE BAKER (horns/vocal) - also currently lead trumpet and vocalist for Bull City Syndicate. Has performed with and managed several Grammy-winning and nominated acts over the last 25 years, including B.J. Thomas, Kool & The Gang, Andre Crouch, PFR, Jars of Clay, John Custer, Eddie Money, and Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons. Steve is also in-demand as a freelance trumpeter and teacher.
CHARLOTTE GREGORY (vocal) - has performed alongside Trisha Yearwood, Ricochet, Ken Mellons, Rhett Akins, Rockin' Country, worked with songwriters such as Charlie Monk, and even did a short stint as an Opryland cast performer. In addition to many other pageant titles, she was Majestic Ms. North Carolina in 2000.
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Yep, we lost our one and only jazz club here in Winston. It's so bad, I decided to concentrate on recording a CD in my home studio until things open up...hopefully it will soon.
Hi Friends, Check it out... last day to vote for me in the Derek Trucks "Get What You Deserve Contest" is April 2, 2009 with a 5pm eastern time deadline to have your vote counted. Don't forget to answer the confirmation email sent to you by Indaba Music after you vote online, as you must confirm your vote. Many Thanks for the listen and your support! Vote at the following URL: WWW.Indabamusic.com/submissions/show/5996 Many Thanks Again, John Nobles Fayetteville, NC
I'd love to catch you guys live!! We're having a bit of a meet and greet/live jam session with a bunch of different bands tomorrow night (Monday), so I'd love to chat with you guys and talk future booking. Also, bring a guitar or keyboard, but definitely bring your voice!! ;-)
Wow! I am still grinning. It hurts. Steve, you guys are freakin' amazing. Now, you don't have to leave home to listen to my band. Blue Marble Beat will be on NPR's "The State of Things" Friday the 13th at noon. No smoke and a comfy couch. Thanks again for the show, Steve. Charlotte, guys, you too. Oh, and thanks for the chili, Eliza. My wife thanks you too. ; )
