The BC & Company (formerly BC & The Blues Crew)

http://www.bevconklin.com/

The BC & Company remains an area favorite since 1992. They have produced 5 CDs. This group has earned every “Best of…” Lehigh Valley Music Award in their genres as songwriters and musicians. You can hear it in a cover or an original, it’s their established sound that brings you right down to the Blues in every song, be it fused with rock, soul, gospel, folk, country, jazz, or R&B. They are based out of the Lehigh Valley, PA. Along with their originals, they cover groups like Sade, Etta James, Koko Taylor, Little Charlie & The Nightcats, Rolling Stones, Buddy Guy and even Lynyrd Skynrd. Their makeup includes vocals, saxophone, keyboards, guitar, bass and drums. They have shared stages with greats like Ray Charles, Shemekia Copeland, Lonnie Brooks, Son Seals, Koko Taylor, Eddie King, Saffire and many more. If you have the Blues or love the Blues, either will be remedied with a dose of The BC & Company.

KEF

KEF - KEF formed in Bethlehem in 2000. Over the years their sound has evolved into a meld of bluesy-funk rock. KEF has performed at local festivals such as the BeLeVe Festival and Musikfest, and have also played at larger scale events like the Emergenza Fest and the Millenium Music Conference. A show by KEF relies heavily on original material, which owes its inspiration to the many classic rock acts the band also covers, such as the Beatles, the Doors, Led Zepplin, Jimi Hendrix, to name just a few.

Friars Point

http://friarspointband.com/Intro.html

This Pennsylvania based band explores blues genre from classic to contemporary artists as well as the influence of blues music on Southern Rock, Classic Rock, Soul and R&B.  Friar's Point formed in July of 2006 originally as the Long Rider Blues Band.  In only a few short months after forming, the Long Riders had "National Act" exposure opening for "Trent Tomlinson", "Jackyl" and closing for "Robin Trower."  In their first year, the band had also been selected as a performing act for The 2007 Lehigh River Blues Jam in Catasauqua, Pa. and The 2007 Mahoning River Blues Festival in Youngstown, Ohio. 

Steve Brosky n' Jimmy Meyer

http://www.stevebrosky.com/

Steve Brosky - Steve is a singer-songwriter who makes his home and his music in the Lehigh Valley region of PA. With six albums of original material, Steve's songs speak a truth sometimes glad, sometimes sad, but always brilliant.

Jimmy Meyer - Jimmy's been wowing audiences big and small with his signature guitar stylings for over thirty years.

Joyous

http://joyoustheband.com/default.aspx

Joyous is a seven piece high energy dance band with much success in the Lehigh Valley and beyond. Their versatility enable them to perform a wide range of music with endless energy that captivates the entire audience.

Mook: Vocalist
Mook is a powerful showman as. In an ongoing quest to perfect his art, he has taken advantage of working with a myriad of musicians in recording studios as well as touring with many Top 40's groups. As Mook creates his musical spell, it is impossible for anyone not to be hypnotized by his tremendous charisma and vocal ability.

Gene: Guitar, Vocals
Gene's rhythm and lead guitar expertise adds to the overall sound of theband. His style of playing is heavily influenced by the "soul" sounds of James Brown, Otis Redding, and Santana. With many years of experience working with Lehigh Valley bands, he has acquired a solid reputation for excellence.

Ron: Bass Guitar, Vocals
Ron's natural ability coupled with the experience gained from working throughout the East Coast with various groups, keeps the the rhythm section solid with his hard driving, heart pumping bass, making him one of the Lehigh Valley's best.

Dave: Keyboards, Vocals
Davey's professional experience started with playing acoustic piano in rock 'n roll bands of the 60's. After mastering the organ, he began to branch out to other musical styles including heavy jazz, and these many influences can be heard as he rounds out the band as musical director.

John: Drums
John's musical career began at a young age and has continued to grow over the years. His experience includes touring with many groups. Although performing live is John's forte, he has done extensive work in recording studios as well. His talent creates and solidifies the foundation of the band. His super hip style makes him one of the best drummers around.

Paul: Trumpet, Flugal Horn, Vocals
Paul studied classical and jazz performance at Rutgers University, Mason Gross School of the Arts, and did a tour of duty with the US Marine Corps Band in El Toro, California, taking his talents all the way to the Persian Gulf. His musianship and creativity add excitement and energy to the horn section (known as the Jersey Horns).

Ricky: Saxophone, Flute, Vocals
Ricky graduated from Trenton State College with degrees in music education and computer science, where he was a featured soloist with the orchestra and jazz band, including a performance at the legendary Carnegie Hall. He was the 1976 NJ high school state champion Alto Saxophonist. Ricky has appeared with many Lehigh Valley combos, big bands and Pocono show bands prior to bringing his hot soulful sounds to Joyous.

Lehigh Valley Idol

http://www.lehighvalleyidol.com/

For 4 years running, the Lehigh Valley Idol program has been providing safe, quality opportunities to aspiring performers to showcase their talent.

The venues span the Lehigh Valley and surrounding areas and range from scripted professional style "shows", support performances for the underserved and cabaret style showcases.