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Talented guitar player and vocalist Thomas Watkins is a longtime musician in the Orlando music scene, and plays in a variety of musical projects as a solo, duo, trio, full band (SPEED LIMIT 70) or fill-in guitarist, both electric and acoustic.
Thomas has an extensive song list that includes everything from harder-edged alternative to soft-rock radio hits. He also has a knack for fulfilling obscure requests!
Easy-going and versatile, Thomas keeps audiences easily entertained and singing along like they’re hanging out with a friend.
Johnny was born in Rochester, NY and grew up in Jacksonville, Illinois. He played the saxophone all through high school and college. He was a music performance major / military science minor at Western Illinois University. Delta Upsilon Fraternity. A United States Army Band Veteran of 7 years. Currently residing in the central Florida area, Johnny is a Florida State Licensed Talent Agent, Entertainment Director at the boutique Alfond Inn Hotel in Winter Park, FL. and The Celeste Hotel (UCF) also the resident sax player at the Garlic restaurant in New Smyrna Beach, FL. and Terra Mia Ristorante in Longwood,FL. Johnny has opened for Kenny G, Boney James, Chris Botti and many other smooth jazz greats throughout the years. https://magsax.com/bio
Established in 2010, The Evening Muze consists of multi instrumentalists and recording artists David Hakojarvi, and Eric Christian. They both started playing music at a very young age, and have now blossomed into full time working musicians. David, playing acoustic guitar, covers every genre of music, while being accompanied by Eric, on Saxophone and Flute. Dave, and Eric both have amazing harmonies, and blend their own Jazzy twists to every song. You’ll hear them playing music from artists like: The Allman Brothers, Santana, The Eagles, Steely Dan, Marvin Gaye, Frank Sinatra, Prince, Stevie Wonder, and so many more. They always make sure to be family friendly with their song selections, and will have you singing along by the first song.
Multi-Instrumentalist/ Vocalist David C. Johnson has been entertaining audiences since the age of 5. He has also toured 20 years with Aaron Neville as his bassist with appearances on Steven Colbert, Martha Stewart, Ellen DeGeneres, The Today Show and many others.
Hunter Thompson (guitar/vocals), Ben Browne (lead guitar/vocals), and Rachael Thompson (percussion/vocals), an acoustic musical trio based in central Florida. Playing a wide variety of genres, from Abba to Zeppelin, Beatles to Bieber, Petty to Pink Floyd, Marley to Marshall Tucker, CSNY to TLC, you get the picture… listeners love the savory way they flavor the songs they cover and their three-part harmonies.
Jeff White is an acoustic roots/soul artist born and raised in New Smyrna Beach. He is owner/writer/singer/musician at Jeff White Musik. He enjoys surfing, playing music and traveling.
He recently performed in Ireland at Casey’s of Wexford Pub. When not performing solo, he fronts his very talented band Soul Taxi. Jeff performs at garlic Wednesdays and Thursdays.
Bobby Koelble is an acoustic guitarist who performs classical, pop, blues, funk and jazz genres’. Bobby graduated from the Berklee College of Music with a bachelor’s degree in performance and is a Adjunct Professor, jazz guitar at the University of Central Florida since 2007. He works on original projects, as a leader, and performs for other groups as freelancer, and in studio work.
Whether he’s performing original material, traditional jazz, or jazz standards, Thom’s understanding, enjoyment, and appreciation for music energizes every show!
Chambers’ studied music at Capital University, Ohio, Florida International University, Miami, the University of South Florida, the University of Miami, and at North Texas State University. He also teaches music in various clinics and associations in Florida.
When performing his Duo show at the garlic, Thom rotates some fine musicians including Mark McKee, Julio Perez, Greg Pakstis and Ron Cangro.
Having spent most of his life in Florida and the Caribbean, Lawrence “Laree” App has developed his own distinct tropical style of music. He has expanded the sound he created with Windjammer in his act and plays steel drum and guitar along with vocals. Whether performing traditional island tunes or branching out into jazz and pop, Laree’s music has a relaxing, tropical flavor. About Danny
Danny Walters is a well known local musician and will join Laree for some shows.
E.B. & Flow Trio is a high energy, 3 piece band performing rock, reggae, pop, jazz, +.
Available for private parties, weddings, other. Band members: Eric Christian (saxophone/flute/vocals), Ben Browne (guitar/vocals), Jenn Brennan (percussion)
BenJenn2 is an acoustic duo, with a sound larger than the sum of their parts. Ben, on the acoustic guitar and vocals, and Jenn on the cajon. Playing a wide range of songs, they’re sure to keep you interested, and guessing and on your toes. You can expect genres from reggae and classic rock, to RnB and alternative sounds.
Kayonne Riley is a guitarist, singer, songwriter and band leader who can rock the house as a solo artist, and also travels with a top-flight team of musicians – with the sole purpose of delighting everyone in your venue! Get up and dance to spirited tunes that are both jazzy, bluesy and satisfying.
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