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“Born and raised in Metro Detroit, AJ Sol is an accomplished R&B-pop artist who has been singing since she could talk. With music deeply rooted in her family, she began writing catchy, emotionally charged songs and developed a love for playing guitar and performing live. AJ Sol wears her heart on her sleeve and says it like it is, bringing depth, realness, and soul to everything she creates. Her music is anything but superficial—it’s where honesty lives.”

This accomplished guitarist and bandleader has performed covers and originals on stage for 25 years. He's been on bills with all genres of national acts from David Lee Roth to EnVogue. You may have seen him play recently in clubs and at festivals throughout Metro Detroit, including Arts, Beats & Eats and the recent Winter Blast event in downtown Royal Oak.

Ed Stone—also known as Ed Sterling Stone—is a Detroit-based smooth jazz guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter known for his soulful tone and expressive live performances. Drawing on a background in Top 40 bands and years of musical development, he blends jazz, R&B, and contemporary influences into a polished, melodic sound that resonates with diverse audiences. His work has been featured on local television, including appearances promoting his album King of Hearts.

George Montelle is a powerhouse Detroit Songwriter and Performer. His music Features core elements of Pop, R&B, Rock, Soul and Hip-Hop

Known for his unique, raspy blend of vocals and guitar, his signature Blue-Eyed Soul sound holds tributes to classic soul and blue collar rock n roll so synonymous with his Detroit roots

Landis is a seven-Time Detroit Music Awards "Outstanding Jazz Vocalist" Winner, along with being recognized for "Outstanding Traditional Jazz Group" and "Outstanding Jazz Composer" (co-winner with Rick Matle).
Landis draws inspiration from vocal artists Sarah Vaughan, Flora Purim and Joni Mitchell. Motown, Brazilian bossa nova and samba, classic rock and pop have also been influences in forming her soulful sound amalgam.
David Nathan, of AllMusic, writes, "Landis has an extraordinarily flexible voice and an uncanny ability to use it to great advantage. She scats, sings ballads, loves Latin rhythms, and can swing. She does jazz, rock, bebop, as well as Latin with absolute equanimity. Although having been on stage for more than 30 years, Landis has never fallen into a rut. Her work continues to exude vitality, excitement, diversity, and originality".
Not content to simply sing and scat in the jazz vocal tradition, Landis takes the lead from vocal innovators Al Jarreau and Bobby McFerrin in expanding her vocal palette to include uncanny imitations of the harmonica, trumpet, flute, synthesizer, string bass and even drums.

Supercrunch is a premier Detroit-based Grateful Dead and Jerry Garcia tribute band

Lauren LaStrada, is an actress, singer, published author and motivational speaker. She is the recipient of 6 Best Actress Awards and 5 nominations, for her work in Stage and Film. She is a member of SAG-AFTRA and The Actors Equity Association for professional theatre. As a youth, she studied classical piano, violin, french horn, latin dance and is also a former competitive figure skater. Lauren is alumni of The Lee Strasberg Theater Institute and The Detroit School of Arts.

With their natural performing ability and dynamic vocals and instrumentation, Elevation ft. Chiara is one of the premiere R&B/Pop/Jazz groups in the area. Hailing from Detroit, the members have been performing together for a decade and perform with some of the best musicians in and around metro Detroit.
In their impressive professional career, Elevation ft. Chiara has performed all over metro-Detroit to much fanfare. They have been featured at Savoy Detroit, The Aretha Jazz Café, the David Whitney Hotel, Bert’s Jazz Room, Hammer & Nail, and numerous private events. Their sound fuses traditional R&B and pop with smooth jazz fusion and some dance music.

This accomplished guitarist and bandleader has performed covers and originals on stage for 25 years. He's been on bills with all genres of national acts from David Lee Roth to EnVogue. You may have seen him play recently in clubs and at festivals throughout Metro Detroit, including Arts, Beats & Eats and the recent Winter Blast event in downtown Royal Oak.

A soulful songstress and energetic performer who brings the best of what people love about music together in one total package: great stage presence and a powerful quality sound.  Her voice is inviting and stirring in a way that makes you want to hear more. She also has the ability to create an exciting atmosphere anywhere with all of the emotion she brings to each song.  Having crafted lyrics and melodies all of her life and developing into a prolific songwriter in her own rite, Carmen can emote her message on a broadly appealing level without losing the spirit of the message within each song. Her voice exudes sincerity in every word and every note.  Having grown up in gospel choirs around Detroit and Toledo, Ohio; Carmen has “paid her dues” in nightclubs, bars, churches, festivals, etc. all over the Midwest. To see her perform, is an experience in itself

Explore the mesmerizing world of Tony Jefferson, a true virtuoso whose diverse musical talents transcend genres. With a soulful fusion of jazz, electrifying rock & roll, smooth R&B, infectious funk, and catchy pop melodies, Tony is a multi-genre maestro whose music knows no boundaries.

Prepare to embark on a musical journey as Tony weaves intricate melodies and rhythms, effortlessly shifting from jazz's sultry, improvisational sounds to the high-energy frenzy of rock & roll. From the heartfelt emotion of R&B ballads to the irresistible grooves of funk and the catchy hooks of pop, every performance is a unique and unforgettable experience.

With a passion for rhythm, a love for melody, and an innate ability to connect with their audience, Tony is a musical chameleon, making every note an unforgettable memory. So, whether you're a jazz enthusiast, a rock & roll rebel, an R&B connoisseur, a funk aficionado, or a pop music lover, get ready to groove, sway, and sing along to the enchanting sounds of Tony Jefferson and the New Strategy Band. Welcome to a world of musical diversity like no other!