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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.

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

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.

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

Austin and Anton are a high-energy country-rock musical duo and group based out of the Detroit, Michigan area, featuring members including Anton Simper. They blend heartfelt storytelling, modern country covers, and original tunes with a soulful Midwest edge, frequently performing live at venues across Southeast Michigan

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

A powerhouse of rhythm, soul, and unforgettable energy, Kat Orlando is the front woman and multi-instrumentalist of her band delivering a dazzling live experience that captures the very heart of Rock and Soul music. With a sound steeped in vintage grooves and timeless musicianship, they breathe new life into the greatest retro dance hits ever recorded — turning every performance into a packed dance floor celebration.

The Easy Lovers are a high-energy Michigan acoustic duo that turns every performance into a dynamic, crowd-pleasing celebration. The project pairs the powerful, soulful vocals of established Michigan music artist Josh Clemens with the driving, masterful guitar work of Ryan Flannery. Together, they reinvent classic covers with an upbeat, infectious rhythm and blend their voices into soaring, locked-in harmonies. Known for their vibrant stage presence and fun, engaging chemistry, the duo brings a full-band electricity to the acoustic stage, making them a must-see act across the Great Lakes State

The “C” Notes is a long established jazz trio in Detroit, regularly performing at local jazz clubs and restaurants. The group specializes is both classic jazz standards, as well as more modern jazz/rock classics. The Trio features Mark LoDuca Sr. on piano and vocals, Robert Conner on bass and Julian VanSlyke on drums. All veterans of the local jazz seen.

My music comes from within. A feeling, an expression of life's moments summed up into musical notes from me to you.

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.

Chris Emmerson is a multi-instrumentalist from Detroit, with hundreds of performances over the past 25 years in the area. He has gained recognition as a lead guitarist and singer-songwriter, being featured on local radio and television sharing his blend of soulful, bluesy rock.

“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.”

Djangophonique is a musical project born out of reverence for the Parisian Jazz Manouche style that was made popular by the legendary Sinti guitarist Django Reinhardt and his Quintette du Hot Club de France. While remaining steeped in the rich and virtuosic tradition, the group brings this music into the present with stunning improv, spontaneity and musical interaction. Hot swing, lush ballads, musette waltzes, jazz standards, boleros, and moody minor pieces are all fused together with theatrical flair and musical humor.

My music comes from within. A feeling, an expression of life's moments summed up into musical notes from me to you.