Meet the Band
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Candy - Vocals "WOW what a great voice!" Candy has a rare and beautiful voice. Her vocal range and soulful style have been compared to some of the great recording artist like, Etta James, Aretha Franklin, Ruby Andrews, Denise LaSalle, Tina Tuner and Patti LaBelle. Candy is joined by a full cast of excellent singers and musicians in the Ocean Drive Party Band. Candy is looking forward to rocking your next party! |
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Laurin - Saxophone-Flute- Keys-Percussion Laurin is simply “one of the HOTTEST sax players in the business”. Her creativity and super talent will have your PARTY JUMPING! She is just as comfortable rocking out on some high energy rock or funk as she is laying down a soulful groove. Laurin's unique energy and style put her in a class all her own! Laurin is versed on multiple instruments as well, including the FLUTE and Keyboards. |
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Jeff Rose - Vocals -Guitar He doesn’t dance but he sure can sing & play!! Everything from smooth love songs to high energy, funky, sticky sweet, dance tunes that just electrify the dance floor. Jeff has also composed and recorded several popular songs including “I’m Gonna Love You” a soulful R&B ballad “the perfect wedding tune” as described by some of our brides who have requested it. Jeff also wrote and produced “Shaggin With Big Daddy” which made it to radio air play and is still a favorite with the Carolina Beach, Shag and Swing lovers. Jeff has toured extensively, playing with many great artists over the years. In his quest for "THE ULTIMATE PARTY BAND", Jeff several years ago, put together a fun loving group of talented musicians to form the Ocean Drive Party Band. They have been the cause of uncontrollable and spontaneous dancing to break out all across the South East and the USA. “These guys are Smokin'!!” |
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Dan Rose - Vocals- Congas-Percussion Dan is one of the BEST vocalist in the business! His vocals have been featured in several top acts in the region. He has been rockin' the house for years! Dan is a drummer and plays the Latin style percussion rack, that includes the congas, bongos, cabasa, timbales, cymbals and more. Dan is an orginal member of Ocean Drive Party Band. |
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Tommy Russell - Bass Guitar Tommy is, "THE GROOVE MASTER". He pulls up that bottom end groove on the bass guitar that the dancers just love!! One of Tom's early influences include James Jamerson of Motown Records. Tom has played with many great artists all across the USA. His unique style, creativity and energy keeps the dance floors packed! Tommy is an original member of the Ocean Drive Party Band. |
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Mike McCrea - Drums- Percussion Drummer, Percussion "Aside from being the most eligible bachelors in Charleston, Mike McCrea is hands down one of the funkiest drummers in town. Drawing his influence from jazz and world music styles, Mike never fails to get people dancing with his rhythms. Fiery and energetic at times, yet tasteful and colorful, Mike's got a sound all his own. Mike is happy to be performing with the Ocean Drive Party Band, and looks forward to seeing you on the dance floor!" |
