Bryan Redmond (saxophones and vocals)
Lisa McKenzie (washboard, marimba, and kit)
Ben Ruth (tuba/sousaphone, banjo, and bass)
Chad Boydston (trumpet)
Myles Gorham (guitar)
Etkilendikleri
Count Basie, Lester Young, Walter Page, Django Rienhardt, Bix Biederbecke, Lenny Bruce, Bessie Smith, Big Joe Turner, Joe Williams, Louis Armstrong, Coleman Hawkins, Duke Ellington, Stash Records, Mahalia Jackson, Sonic Youth, The Cows, Polvo, Spoon, The Flaming Lips, Wico, Northern Soul, Public Enemy, "Pops" Foster, Kansas City, New Orleans, Hershal Evans, Myra Taylor, Tom Waits, Scroat Belly, Miles Davis, Wynton Marsalis, the devil and the good Lord, Boulevard Pale Ale (or Irish when available), Knob Creek, fine wine, and good times.
Neye Benziyor?
Beer soaked floors, stiff cocktails, and a stompin good time!!!!!
The Grand Marquis first started jumping and swinging in 1998. Ten years, over 1200 shows, four recordings and a million miles later, they are in demand as one of the finest groups to come out of Kansas City since Prohibition ended. This versatile fivesome showcases KC-style jumpin' blues and hot swinging jazz, mixing fresh originals with timeless classics. With a distinct and captivating sound, they go from gypsy jazz to jug band stomp in a heartbeat. In addition to the quintet's arsenal of vocals/4 saxes, trumpet, guitar, bass/vocals and drums they've recently thrown in early jazz instruments like tuba, washboard, marimba & banjo.
Critics and fans alike are lending their praise. Winners of The X Entertainment Magazine's Best KC band in 2006 award and The Pitch reader's Best Jazz Band award in 2006 and 2007. Their latest recording "One More Day" promises to be the best yet, capturing some of the staples of swinging jazz while presenting original compositions destined to be instant classics. Experience the Grand Marquis yourself; hear echoes of the past, feel the energy of today and catch a glimpse of the future. They're a perfect musical fit with the jubilant, carefree flair of swing dancing. Audiences young and old can't to stop dancing to their infectious music!
You guys were great on Saturday! Thanks for the autographs, hehe. My friend had a really great time. You guys were so nice and patient with us! You totally made the night awesome. Hope you had a safe drive home and everything went well.
Recording, Mixing, & Mastering only $100 per cut. Sound Abyss Recording is a force in creative vision! For questions or to book your session please call Dustin 216-316-3732. He will take care of you.
Thank you! Indeed, there IS hope for the world yet...as long as you guys (and gal) continue to play. You never cease to amaze us. In the humble opinion of the dynamic duo that is Paul and Kimberley, Grand Marquis are the best band in town.
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