If you love the sounds of summer and good time party music, you're in for a great time when GIMME BUFFETT! hits the stage. Featuring the tropical rock sounds of Jimmy Buffett as well as other summertime and party favorites, having a good time is a must, and crowd participation is highly encouraged. Anyone that's ever been to Parrot head show knows the fun these shows can be, whether it's wearing your most outrageous tropical attire, or just dancing and singing along to the sounds of Margaritaville! Versatility is a part of the show, and the band doesn't limit itself to Jimmy Buffett's music, but they also perform songs from different genres including rock, country and even some reggae. Capturing the attention of listeners and offering them the opportunity for a good time is what a GIMME BUFFETT! show is all about! When your event calls for an afternoon or an evening of good time party music, GIMME BUFFETT! delivers. Whether it's a big event, a private party or a night on the town at your favorite waterfront spot, a tropical atmosphere and the warm sounds of summer are always welcome....keeping summer alive!......................................................................................................
JON PAYNE - Guitars, Vocals - Jon's musical journey began at the age of 12, taken under the wing of bassist and violin virtuoso and Buffalo Music Hall of Fame resident Geoffrey Fitzhugh Perry. Jon later spent several years as a member of Geoff's award-winning band " Fitzhugh and the Fanatics", a colorful, fiddle-driven Cajun blues-rock band. Jon had shared the stage with some of the most renowned musicians from the Western New York area, performing at venues and festivals throughout the Northeast, including stops in Cleveland, Boston, Philadelphia and Toronto. Jon's musical resume includes playing a variety of styles, from rock to blues, zydeco, techno and country. Jon later joined forces with Doug Yeomans,well known for his work in the country music genre in Western New York and the Northeast, and also Nashville. Doug helped Jon expand his musical horizons by mastering the "telecaster", enabling him to perform this challenging but pure style of music. Jon collaborated with several well-established bands in the Western New York area including country bands Dallas Alice and New York Rockin' Rodeo; Pirate Dreams; and has fronted his own country-rock band WILDFIRE for the past six years. His love of the beach, and the music it inspires, prompted him to follow his passion and now present GIMME BUFFETT!, a good time party band featuring the music of Jimmy Buffett and summertime party favorites!.........................................................................................
CARL MAYER - Keyboards, Vox - Carl Mayer brings a wealth of musical knowledge, experience and great keyboard sounds to the band. Carl began playing the piano at the age of four, later developing his unique talent and improvisational skills under the tutelage of well-known Cleveland pianist-composer, Joe Howard. He studied music and radio production at National Music Camp, Interlochen, MI. Later he attended Hartt College of Music (University of Hartford, CT) where he studied harpsichord, organ, piano, choral music and conducting, while majoring in music theory and composition. He also studied with world-renowned arranger Don Sebesky in New York. A two-time American Song Festival Award winner, Carl has performed in clubs, cabaret and theater in the US and Europe as a piano soloist, accompanist and band leader. His other projects included writing, performing and producing music for radio and television, including work for Connecticut Public Television, The Hartford Civic Center and Aetna Insurance Company. He has worked with major keyboard and professional audio manufacturers in product development and marketing for the music and sound industry. He has also been associated with various artists and organizations including Bon Jovi, Brian Auger, Larry Coryell, and National Association of Music Merchants(NAMM)........................................................
BOBBY "K" KOSONOVICH- Bass - Bobby K” Kosanovich is a veteran of Western New York music scene, having been a performer for over 30 years. Bobby's background encompasses many genres, having covered everything from blues, rhythm and blues, rock, funk, country and top 40. Bobby played guitar for a good part of his musical career before switching over to bass guitar, which he has done for the past 15 years. He has performed with many of the areas top bands over the years, including the high powered rock sounds of ASG , with guitar virtuoso Alyn Syms, as well as several top blues/soul bands in the Western New York area, including Blues Souljers, The Electras, John Culliton Mahoney and Jim Wozniak of Dr. Z. and currently plays bass for the country-rock band WILDFIRE. Being a beach bum does have it's benefits, and having lived in Florida for 10+ years, Bobby had the opportunity to explore the beaches and be a part of the "Beach Music Scene"....once you've had a taste, it stays with you, and Bobby welcomes a new challenge and opportunity to perform. His positive attitude, work ethic and professionalism on and off stage are most welcome..................................................................................................
TOM KOWALSKI- Providing the back beat for Gimme Buffett! on drums and percussion is Tom Kowalski, a veteran of the Western New York scene for the past 16 years. Tom's experience has been mainly in the original rock/funk/classic rock scene, having been a member of the very popular original band “Scattered Flurries”, who produced two cds in which legendary producer Jon Mathias (Tom Petty, U2, The Who, Kiss…) personally chose to work with. While with them, Tom had the opportunity to tour the east coast and perform at the famous CBGBs in New York. Tom has also done studio work with several other bands, including “Jive Injection” “Euthanasia” as well as several others. Tom brings experience, energy, excitement and alot of fun to the lineup!
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