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West of Chicago is a band performing great songs from the past throughout the Midwest. Our nine-member ensemble, featuring a superb four-piece horn section, offers a tribute to the legendary band Chicago - and much more!
We cover great Motown tunes from artists like Gladys Knight, The Supremes, Stevie Wonder, and many more. On any given night, you can hear us knocking out classic hits like “Mack the Knife,” “These Boots Are Made for Walkin’,” and “Spinning Wheel.” You’ll also hear funk, like The Trampps’ “Disco Inferno,” and early rock hits like “Vehicle” by Chicago’s own Ides of March.
We have assembled some of the finest musical talent in the business, and we all have a passion for the music we’re presenting. If you catch one of our shows, you’ll find yourself dancing, singing along, and enjoying yourself as much as we do!
For more information please visit our website: www.westofchicagoband.com
Category:
Band - Cover Band
Additional Category:
Band - Motown
Genre:
50s Hits 60s Hits, 70s Hits, Big Band, Blues, Disco, Funk, Jazz, Motown, Oldies, Pop, Rythym and Blues, Rock, Swing, Tribute Band
Harvey Fuqua of Motown Hitsville, U.S.A owned a record label, Anna Records and Harvey’s label’s artist Johnny Bristol, brought a band to Harvey's attention: “Jr. Walker and The All Stars” with Tony Washington on drums, Autrey DeWalt (aka) Jr. Walker on sax and vocals, Victor Thomas on keyboards and Willie Woods on guitar.
Harvey Fuqua signed the band to his label in 1963; he closed his label and Harvey Fuqua brought his artists including the band with him to Motown Records. They started recording in 1964. Harvey became a songwriter and executive at Motown.
The 90's sadly brought the untimely death of Autrey DeWalt (aka) Jr. Walker and Willie Woods. Since then, Victor Thomas and Tony Washington have united with Kenny Walker on sax and Acklee King on percussion.
Throughout the 48 years of making music this band has worked side by side with Harvey Fuqua and in 2002 was inducted into The Grammy Hall of Fame.
The 'Ultimate Motown Party Band' known worldwide as Jr. Walker's All Star Band will present to you, spectacular one-hour live performances of unforgettable non-stop foot-stomping hits that guarantee everyone will be on their feet within minutes.
“Jr. Walker’s All Star Band” whose 1965 sax driven #1 hit “Shotgun” catapulted them to instant fame with its unmistakable soulful groove that shaped the backbone of the Detroit “Motown Sound".
Jr. Walker’s "All Star Band" is very much alive and coming your way ... soon. Hear the Motown Sound played by the guys who lived it. For booking and dates please call us at 231/629-1298 or email at acklee49120@aol.com www.myspace.com/ackleeking
Category:
Band - Motown
Additional Category:
Band - 1960s Music
Genre:
Dance, Funk, Motown, Oldies, Pop, Rythym and Blues, Soul
Boogie is an 8 piece, high energy cover band from the Fox Valley area of Wisconsin. Their long history of performing has taken them across a tri-state area bringing your favorite tunes to fairs, corporate events, festivals, weddings and clubs. See more at yoyoz.com
We are an all original funk/rock band from the small town of Neponset, IL. We have been practicing three times a week for almost 4 years now. We are currently in the studio to record our second cd. Our shows are filled with energy and excitment everytime. We are very professional when it comes down to it. Please feel free to check out our websites to listen to our music and contact us for shows. www.thehighhardones.com
www.myspace.com/thehighhardones
www.mixposure.com/the-high-hard-ones
