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Blues Revue Magazine describes the Kelly Bell Band (KBB) as “Among the most genre-expanding acts on today’s blues scene. Who else can combine elements of hip-hop, funk, and blues-electrified here” Originally formed as the back-up band for rock and roll pioneer, Bo Diddley, KBB has been touring the world ever since entertaining fans in Japan, Spain, Italy, Greece, Cuba, Germany and more.

The band has won two prestigious Maryland Music Awards, including “Best Blues Band.” In 2018 they were been nominated for “Music Icon”. KBB has been voted “Best Blues Band” in the Mid Atlantic Region (12 years in a row), and was recently named “Best Band” by Baltimore Style Magazine.

Powered by Julie Cymek’s sultry, commanding vocals and electrifying stage presence, Sweet Leda knows how to get the party started! In fact, Lou Plaia (co-founder of Reverbnation) describes them as “the highlight of every festival they play.” With its rich blend of new school funk, psychedelic rock, soul and pop, Sweet Leda’s heartfelt original music can best be described as a female-fronted, soul-based, Zeppelin meets Chili Peppers!

Among the band’s many milestone achievements are: four Tri State Indie Music Awards; Best Emerging Artist DC/Baltimore in The Deli Magazine’s reader’s poll; sharing the stage with bands like Galactic, 311, and Jefferson Starship; performing at festivals with the likes of Citizen Cope, G Love, Cake, Live, Lake Street Dive, and Tedeschi Trucks.

Burn the Jukebox is a powerhouse made up of four teenagers with an insatiable passion for music. These talented musicians, ranging in age from 15 to 16 years old, have spent countless hours perfecting their craft and mastering your favorite hits from the last five decades.

From classic hits to modern anthems, Burn the Jukebox knows how to get the crowd moving and keep them on their feet all night long. With a repertoire that spans five decades, these young musicians are breathing new life into old favorites and forging a unique sound that is all their own. Burn the Jukebox is a band that truly embodies the spirit of rock and roll, with infectious energy and a magnetic stage presence that leaves audiences begging for more.

Music has the power to transport us to another time and place. So lets go on a musical journey featuring the sweet melodic sounds of the steel pan.

I first had the joy of experiencing Matt play at a local community event. It was raining and he was standing under a small roof playing the pan drum and shining so bright, it was like the sun was out. He showed my young child how the pan worked and was eager to interact with us while he played. After that, I asked him to come out and play for our neighborhood mural painting event. Matt showed up with the same vibrant energy he brought the time before and lit up our corner with his music and presence. While we painted, the delight of the drum fused with our strokes as we danced and laughed and sang along. Matt is a wonderful communicator and such a gem to be with.