From the first note to the last encore, the energy and intensity of SLAMABAMA will have your undivided attention. Made up of four of the most accomplished singer/instrumentalists in the Midwest, they are capable of delivering everything from the biggest country hits to the most driving rock classics. Individually, the band member bios of SLAMABAMA read like that of an industry dream team.
Vocalist / Lead Guitarist J Juliano has performed shows throughout the Southeast and Midwest for thousands of enthusiastic fans. He has shared the stage with many award-winning artists such as Brad Paisley, Keith Urban, Toby Keith, Diamond Rio, Sawyer Brown, and a host of others. A published writer in Nashville, J has been bestowed the honors of both the Italian American Community of Chicago’s “David Award” for Music along with the coveted “Best of Rockford Platinum Award. In 2007, Juliano was awarded the honor of “Best New Country Artist” in the Midwest and earned a spot at the legendary Ryman Auditorium in Nashville Tennessee as one of 5 artists out of over 60,000 from around the USA in the 25th Annual Colgate Country Showdown.
Vocalist Rosanna Carroll has performed alongside J Juliano both in "family friendly" concerts with the band "Little Nashville" as well as with SLAMABAMA. Rosanna, born in San Diego but raised in Kentucky cites influences from Linda Rondstadt to Loretta Lynn. She spent 16 years in the Nashville music scene, sharing the stage with such industry greats as Jo Dee Messina and Tracey Lawrence. She also headlined several shows, including "Live at Libby's" (a weekly country music radio broadcast) and the Nashville Palace.
Bassist / Vocalist Dennis Gilpatrick’s background is a perfect example of that of the most accomplished musician. A master of his instrument, Dennis is one of the most versatile bassists in the industry. His work has appeared on instructional audio that accompanied the book “Jazz Guitar Lines”, written by Miami-Dade Professor Dan “Lucky” Elden and released by Warner Bros. Dennis’ Rock background found him on stage opening for legendary acts such as Great White, L.A. Guns, Sebastian Bach and Ace Frehley. Dennis has also opened shows for Country greats Sugarland, Miranda Lambert, Hank Williams Jr, Confederate Railroad and the Kentucky Headhunters.
Drummer Daniel Rangel is prepared to go wherever his drums take him. Through his teen years Daniel would go on to play with many bands recording his first CD at age 16. When he turned 21, Daniel really began to catch the eyes and ears of local musicians by playing at jams. He was able to join a band he had looked up to since he was little, called The Amigos, which would later become the band Smooth Groove. Over the next couple of years Daniel would go on to record more cd’s and reach his goal to play in a band with every local musician he was inspired by. Daniel has managed to play all styles that have been put before him, including Country, Latin, Rock, Blues, Funk and R&B. He’s performed with bands that have won the 2005 and 2006 Iowa Blues Challenge and has competed in the International Blues Challenge in Memphis, TN.
Take all of those ingredients, and you have a group whose shows will leave you breathless, whose musicianship will leave you in awe and whose energy will leave you feeling… SLAMMED!!
"Slamabama is simply the most entertaining and talented band touring today... the show they did for us is still the talk of the town... four months after it occured!! And "Play Some Skynyrd" is now a regular spin on my morning show... thanks guys and please come back to Wisconsin!"
Reggie Michaels 104.5 WSLD - Whitewater, WI
“My husband and I stopped in to see you at Blue Chip Casino last night and we were so pleasantly surprised. We went there to play slot machines and ended up staying two hours longer just to hear your band. You are so talented. We will be back to see you next time too! Thank you for a great night!"
Mary - Michigan City, IN
“Oh my God! "When You Close Your Eyes" nearly made me cry. What an amazing duet!”
Stacy - Chicago, IL
"Blown away! WOW! What a show. Please come back our way soon!! You can guarantee we'll be there!!"
Jeff B. - Sioux Falls, SD
“I agree with the people below! Saw the NEW band at the Iron Horse and LOVED IT! So much fun!
Stacie - Mt. Carroll, IL
“The new band is so fun and sounds SO good! Thanks for a great night at the Iron Horse. We cant wait to see you all again soon! Rosanna is so good …”
B & G - Savanna, IL
"Hey Guys!!!! That show at Wool Street was the best time I have ever had in Cary, and I have lived and grown up here for 12 years. I'm hoping that I can come and see ya'll up at Country USA and hopefully sooner"
Eric - Cary, IL
"Our phone keeps ringing with people asking when Slamabama is coming back... Not sure if we can wait until April!!!"
Sin City/8 Seconds - Clinton, IA
"We were so glad to have found your band last night at 8 Seconds! My wife and I danced all night. We can't wait until April to see you again and we will bring more people too!"
Brad - IA
“Hey guys first time I had the opportunity to see you guys!! What an awesome show at the Blue Chip. Hope to see ya soon"
Dottie - Michigan City, IN
"We only stopped for a drink or two at Duke Alehouse and ended up leaving in a taxi, which could only mean we were all having a great time!! Thanks a lot guys!!"
Ashley B - Bristol, WI
"My friends and I saw your band perform at the Blues Bar in Mt. Prospect, Illinois and we thought you guys were awesome! Your band knows how to play the best songs which made it fun being able to dance to one great song after another."
Maryann - IL
"Saw you guys at Iron Horse. We'll be back this weekend to see you again. You guys do rock hard!"
B Man - Savanna, IL
"Saw you guys at the Blues Bar in Mt Prospect. Awesome band, sounded great. You guys have amazing voices."
Beth - Chicago, IL
"SLAMABAMA! SLAMABAMA! SLAMABAMA!
WOOL STREET WAS ROCKIN'!!!!!!!!"
Dean - Cary, IL
"Hey saw ya'll at Wool Street and ya'll put on a great show! Hope to see ya back in this area again soon!"
Steve - Woodstock, IL
"Hey guys, Just saw you for the first time tonight at Mulligans in Coal Valley, IL! You've been one of the few bands that I would go see again. I not only heard great music but you all were funny as hell! Everything from forgetting the words to stopping songs to take pictures! Keep up the good work!"
Brian - Rock Island, IL
"Checked out the show last night at Bannermans. You guys really are good. One of the best bands we have ever seen at that place. My boyfriend and I really enjoyed it and we hope you come back soon!"
Steph - Bartlett, IL
"Fantastic show in Clinton! The guitarist is one amazing picker! Hope to see you again!"
Don - Clinton, IA
"Saw you tonight at the Iron Horse. I've been to see you before there, but this new line up is SO GOOD."
Theresa - Savanna, IL
"It was great seeing you guys again in Coal Valley. I really love listening to your music. It's always a great time when you're in town!"
Brenda & Howard - Colona, IL
"My friend, Karen and I saw you Friday night at Blues Bar and we thought you guys were excellent! Sorry we missed you in Cary, but hopefully will catch you when you are back up this way."
Sandy - Chicago, IL
"Love it when you guys come back home! Your band rocks!! Great Country music."
Sheri B - Morrison, IL
"You guys are an awesome band! Anytime I am around I will definitely be at your shows. Keep up the energy!!"
Dan H. - Carlton, MN
"Thanks for coming up. Good times! Great music!"
Selle - Carlton, MN
"Carlton can't stop talking about how good your show was. We love when you are in town."
Mike - Carlton, MN
j,rosanna,dan and dennis,it was great seeing you all at the broken oar ya'll rocked the house. j the new demo sound's amazing great job your studio sound's great.the quality is like (now) radio time. ern=))))))))))))))
Hey J How are ya?? Hopefully everything is goin good for ya... I'm gonna miss ya at the Carol Stream fest this weekend!! I went out to Savanna, Il and I was shocked to see this I missed ya by one day! I g out there alot let me know when your out there next so I can see you guys play! Take care!:
Hey Dewds! You Rock!! I seen you this past weekend at Dakota Magic. I danced my azz off and had a blast!! Thanks for the AWESOME tunes. It was a awesome show!! *Barb*
