All past and present band members include: Pans and Percussion: Andy Akiho, Ryan Stokes, Davin Lail, Nathan Koci and Billy Sekhon; Bass: David Cobb and Dustin Retzloff; Drumset and Percussion: Ron Wiltrout, Kenneth Salters, Tony Buzella and Matt Bridges; Flute and Sax: Rudy Rodriguez; Vocals and Percussion: Juan Lanzot; Vocals: Lady Flex and Mackenzie.
Influences
Harry Belafonte, Bob Marley, Jimmy Buffett, Ray Holman, Pan Ramajay, Len "Boogsie" Sharpe, New York Steel Bands, Trinidad & Tobago Steel Bands.
Sounds Like
Large group performs calypso, soca, reggae, rock, and jazz; smaller ensemble mixes African percussion and solo steel pan with similar genres.
J'Ouvert Steel Band was created by a group of musicians that graduated from the USC School of Music. We perform in a variety of sizes, usually 2-5, but sometimes more. We are looking for gigs in bars, clubs, and restaurants, as well as public events, private parties, weddings, etc.
If you're a fan of J'Ouvert, please make us part of your Top Friends!
Three of the tunes above are from a live show at Art Bar in Columbia, SC. One tune, Soca Train, is not J'Ouvert Steel Band - it is the Sesame Flyers in Brooklyn, NY. Davin Lail and Ryan Stokes are both playing in this huge 85 piece steel orchestra. A good friend, Andy Akiho, was one of the co-arrangers, along with Freddy Harris III. Latin Singer and Percussionist, Juan Lanzot joined the group in 2007 and he is featured on two of the tracks.
Hey Just dropping in to say hello, and thanks so much for having me as a myspace friend and let you know about my next shows.I hope to see you at a show soon. Jun 5 6:P The Vine Coffeehouse (Acoustic Show) MB Jun 12 9:P Princess Carma Benefit in Lugoff South Carolina Jun 13 8:P HOUSE OF BLUES /w COLT FORD MBeach SC Jun 14 8:P TBA-Carolina Entertainment Complex Marion Jun 27 8:P Conway Chamber Of Commerce Around The Fourth Jul 3 9:P Beach Wagon Myrtle Beach, South Carolina Jul 4 9:P Beach Wagon Myrtle Beach, South Carolina Jul 17 8:P Now Booking This Date Call 843-450-0171 Jul 18 8:P Now Booking This Date Call 843-450-0171 Jul 25 8:P KOA KOUNTRY KAMPER ROUND-UP MB SC Aug 1 9:P TBA Lugoff/Camden South Carolina Aug 8 8:P TBA Carolina Entertainment Complex MotoJam
Hey Just dropping in to say hello and let you know about my Next Show w/The Little River Band May 3rd at Myrtle Beach House Of Blues in North Myrtle Beach SC Jeff The Little River Band-total record sales around the world have eclipsed the 25 million mark. 16 hit singles by 1985, as well as gold, platinum, and multi-platinum album sales awards. All-told LRB have notched up eight top 10 singles in the US.I hope to see yall at this INSANE SHOW!!!! For tickets go to www.hob.com/myrtlebeach
Hey I just wanted to say hello..I hope alls well Stop in check out a song or video and leave me a comment. Next Show April 4th at The Carolina Entertainment Complex in Marion SC Tickets just $10 plus taxes and fees Camping Availible For Tickets Goto www.entertaincarolina.com or call 843-423-0077 Drop me a line anytime. Jeff
Would love to see you live. Thanks for the add and for supporting a local artist. I do appreciate it. Don’t miss the free download (assuming the player is cooperating – I’ve noticed recently the “free” button for the song “Fingertips” has disappeared – if you have any trouble getting it, let me know), then tell a friend and share the love. Thanks again - Trevor
The Cranes Are Flying
organic electronica from columbia, south carolina
debut album "Family Friendly Radio" January 2009 - hear preview now and grab free download "Fingertips"
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