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MUSIC
College Agent
Melissa Bartell
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COMEDY
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LECTURES
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WEST REGION
TRIBUTE ACTS
The Dave Matthews Tribute Band
www.thedmtb.com – The only nationally touring tribute
to DMB, this tribute has played over 500 shows in 47+
states in the last 3 years, drawing huge crowds while
re–creating the ambitious live performance of the most
successful touring band in the last decade.
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Wrong Way – A Tribute to Sublime
www.wrongwaysublime.com – Oddly, Sublime’s
popularity has steadily increased since the death of
their lead singer in 1996. Subsequent tributes
have proven wildly popular with young and middle–
aged crowds. Wrong Way’s high–energy live show
always keeps the crowd on their feet and singing
along.
Frontiers – A Tribute to Journey
www.journeytributeband.com – Frontier’s vocal
savant, Jeremey Hunsicker, perfectly re–creates
Steve Perry’s vocals, leading to Jeremey’s 2007
selection as the new lead singer of Journey. Plans
changed as Jeremey and his wife welcomed a
baby, and now this band remains a must–see in the
tribute world, recognized as the premier Journey
tribute.
Ten – A Tribute to Pearl Jam
www.tenband.com – This nationally touring
band has generated tremendous buzz for
their authentic reproduction of one of the
most popular bands of the 1990’s.
Supported by well over 70 Pearl Jam tracks
(30 of which have received major
commercial airplay) over a 15+ year run, the
Ten show routinely has patrons, both young
and old, singing along all night long!
Nevermind – A Tribute to Nirvana
www.myspace.com/nevermindnirvanatribute -–
Nevermind has gained status as one of the most
highly acclaimed Nirvana Tributes across the U.S.
and beyond. This touring show has the sound, the
feel, and the look of Nirvana.The band has over 70
Nirvana songs in their catalogue plus offers the entire
MTVUNPLUGGED IN NEW YORK acoustic show!
Behind the Sun – A Tribute to Red Hot Chili Peppers
www.myspace.com/behindthesuntributeband – BTS
was formed in 2007 and quickly gelled for their first gig
at the 10 High Club in Atlanta. The successful outing
would signal the introduction of one of Atlanta's
premiere tribute bands. In a short amount of time, this
Red Hot Chili Peppers tribute has accumulated a
healthy fan base in the South and beyond!
Girls Girls Girls – All-Female Mötley Crüe Tribute
www.myspace.com/girlsgirlsgirlsnyc – GIRLS GIRLS
GIRLS is the world’s first and only all-girl Mötley
Crüe tribute. Known for their hard-hitting renditions
of the Crue classics, these women have been
attracting international attention with their
commanding stage presence and jaw-dropping
talent playing some of the greatest rock & roll ever
written by one of the most notorious bands of all
time.
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PHONE: (973) 486-0867
Meeting in the Aisle – A Tribute to Radiohead
www.myspace.com/meetingintheaisleband Meeting in the Aisle stands as a passionate musical
collective whose sole purpose is to present the
music and showmanship of Radiohead. Each
member shares an intense love of Radiohead's
catalog and has perfected songs from every
Radiohead studio album, including their 2007
album, In Rainbows, as well as B-sides and rarities.
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Curtis Peoples
www.curtispeoples.com – Curtis is a singer/songwriter
with more of a rock/pop mentality than most acoustic
artists in his category. With a mix of big choruses and
rhythms, Curtis attempts to bring the radio–friendly and
inspiring sounds of U2 and Counting Crows and the
rhythmic jazz–folk of John Mayer and Jason Mraz into
his songs.
Ernie Halter
www.erniehalter.com – Ernie Halter is a soul–
infused pop singer/songwriter, a guy who's been
influenced as much by the Lennon/McCartney as he
has by Otis Redding. A veritable road warrior, Halter
has toured 30 states in the last 12 months.
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Everyday Jones
www.everydayjones.com – Everything about
Everyday Jones is versatile – from the way Alissa
Jandt’s vocals float off the surface of Jason Green’s
guitar lines, to the way in which these two people can
sound like a room full of players. This duo can make
a cover sound like an original, while their original
music sounds catchy and well composed.
Gaby Moreno
www.myspace.com/gabymoreno – Gaby Moreno, a
soulful songwriter, is a transplant from Guatemala.
Most recently, she made history as the first Latin
category winner to take home the "Maxell Song of
the Year" Award for her song "Escondidos”. Gaby
Moreno has a melodic sound that appeals to the
masses, but her Guatemalan roots will always
endear her to South American fans.
Shotgun Honeymoon
www.shotgunhoneymoon.com – Since relocating
permanently to Los Angeles from Florida, Shotgun
Honeymoon’s shows have grown in grandeur and
attendance. His music has gone from rehashing
covers to personal stories of triumph, tribulations and
love. Shotgun Honeymoon’s debut album “Foregone
Conclusion,” produced by Jeff Trott (Sheryl Crow)
was released in 2007 on Broken Halo Records.
Shannon Hurley
www.shannonhurley.com – Recently named one of
Rolling Stone’s top 25 artists on MySpace, singer–
songwriter Shannon Hurley is making good on their
word. Shannon is a sought–after session musician and
spent 2005 touring with Universal Motown artist Brie
Larson. She has opened for Jesse McCartney, Gwen
Stefani, The Black–Eyed Peas, and Gavin DeGraw.
Justin Caldwell
www.justincaldwell.com – Often described as cross
between Jamie Cullum & John Mayer, Justin’s jazzy
performances have been heard in 27 countries around
the world, 40 colleges in the US and his music has
been featured in ad campaigns for Nike, Visa, Tylenol.
Justin performs a creative show of original music, often
incorporating 1–3 crowd–pleasing cover tunes
(including popular TV theme songs remixed with his
own unique stylings).
MELISSA BARTELL - COLLEGE AGENT
PHONE: (973) 486-0867
Ian Axel
www.ianaxel.com – With influences such as The
Beatles, Jeff Buckley, and Radiohead, Ian’s music
has been featured on MTV’s The Hills, and in 2007
Ian won New York University’s Battle of the Bands.
Ian’s vocal style balances just the right amount of
indie quirk with studio polish to deliver honest and
passion–infused performances, which may make Ian
Axel one note away from being household a name.
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ORIGINAL BANDS
WEST REGION
Gillmor
www.myspace.com/gillmormusic - The music of
Gillmor is reminiscent of classic songs in American
culture, while incorporating the standards of today.
Most recently, Gillmor’s song “Hey” was selected as
the main theme song for Fox’s comedy series
“Unhitched” created by the Farrelly Brothers
(Something About Mary, Dumb & Dumber); the show
premiered in March, 2008.
Angie Stevens & the Beautiful Wreck
www.myspace.com/angiestevens – Melding the
influences of alt-country, indie-rock, contemporary folk,
pop and honk-tonk, Angie Stevens & the Beautiful
Wreck settled comfortably into the shoes of an
Americana band with soul-bearing, live performances
that have captured audiences all over the map. In
2008, Stevens performed at South by Southwest and
the Sundance Film Festival.
The Silver Seas
www.thesilverseas.net – “Their latest album ‘High
Society’ is like a soft rock (in a good way) record out of
the 70’s that is so pleasant, it’s kind of impossible not to
like. They’ve been compared to James Taylor, Jackson
Browne, The Eagles, The Beach Boys, and Van
Morrison.” –Brooklyn Vegan
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The Little Heroes
www.myspace.com/thelittleheroes – "WE LOVE IT.
We really do. There's jagged pieces of Jimmy Eat
World, Silversun Pickups and Saves The Day
poking through string sections and big crescendos,
the kind of sweeping melodic Valium that makes our
stone–cold hearts like Coldplay" –Billboard
We the Living
www.wetheliving.com – We the Living embodies
everything great that rock bands strive for. With a
name that arises from the band's shared interest in
philosophy, We The Living's sound originates from
their many influences, ranging from U2 to Coldplay to
David Gray.
The Silent Partner
www.myspace.com/thesilentpartner - Based out of
Redondo Beach, California, this band brings a piano/
guitar acoustic rock show that encompasses a
looping style and crowd interaction similar to Howie
Day. Front man Brad Shaw has toured with Jason
Mraz, The Go Go’s, Brian Setzer Orchestra, Chantal
Kreviazsuk, Keb Mo, Tyrone Wells, Agents of Good
Roots, The Why Store and many more.
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Eren Cannata
www.erencannata.com – Eren was among the 24
musicians accepted into New York University’s Clive
Davis Recorded Music program. Although Eren
began his career as an actor in “Under the Cover of
Darkness” with Richard Bradford and the award
winning “As the World Turns”, he was soon able to
establish himself as an original artist, bringing
relatable lyrics reflecting life experiences both on
stage and in the studio.
MELISSA BARTELL - COLLEGE AGENT
PHONE: (973) 486-0867
Punchface
www.myspace.com/punchface - If Incubus, Tool and
The Red Hot Chili Peppers had a musical orgy,
blacked out, and woke up the next morning, standing
there would be Punchface, the high-energy alternative
rock band from the San Francisco Bay Area. Although
inspired by the hard rock bands they grew up with,
Punchface, incorporates its own funky pop stylings, to
create a fresh fusion of high-energy, melodic rockin’
tunes that simply get the crowd moving wherever they
go.
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COMEDIANS
WEST REGION
Shang
www.iamshang.com – Originally from Brooklyn and a
Carnegie Mellon University graduate, Shang began his
comedy career on a dare. This charismatic comic has
proven his stand–up skills with nationwide
appearances including a memorable performance in
1995 on HBO's "Def Comedy Jam". He also won two
half–hour comedy specials on BET's "Comic View
Grand Stand”.
Dana Eagle – www.danaeagle.com – Is it okay to
laugh at someone’s insecurities and misfortunes?
Dana Eagle’s audiences think it is – and that’s okay
with her. Being a misfit has had its payoffs – the
self–deprecating, off–beat and often inspiring humor
of Ms. Eagle taps into the place in all of us that
continues to feel out of step and alone at the lunch
table.
Chris Fairbanks
www.chrisfairbanks.com – Chris Fairbanks, who left the
scenic comfort of Big Sky Country in Montana ten
years ago to join the Texas comedy circle, has been
getting a lot of attention. Recently, Chris took first place
in the Funniest Person in Austin contest and was one
of the "New Faces" at the Montreal’s Just for Laughs
festival. He has appeared on Jimmy Kimmel Live and
Comedy Central’s Premium Blend. In 2008, Chris
starred as a series regular on Comedy Central's
"Reality Bites Back".
Otto and George
www.ottoandgeorge.com – Within seconds of
hitting the stage, Otto's mannequin George comes
to life with a explosive barrage of insults, bad taste
and pontifications about life that would even make
a truck driver blush. He was a featured performer
on Showtime's "Comedy's Dirtiest Dozen," Penn &
Teller's TV Specials, The Playboy Channel and
HBO.
Todd Womack
www.toddwomack.com – Todd Womack has
appeared at the HBO Comedy Festival in Aspen, on
Comedy Central, Bravo, TNT, and VH-1. His comedy
is witty, animated, silly, and deceptively clever. He
reels you in with straight stand-up and inevitably
delivers a knock-out punch with his own concoction
of energetic character-driven comedy.
Derrick Wayne
www.myspace.com/blakthespian – Derrick Wayne,
coined "A Giant Amongst Men", is Louisiana born
and an astounding Hollywood comedian who also
has strong credits in film, TV, and theatre. He is a
regular emcee hosting his own comedy room in
Hollywood, The Comedy Café, and has featured and
headlined at world renowned venues such as The
Comedy Store, The Icehouse, & The Hollywood
Improv.
Jonny Loquasto
www.myspace.com/jonnyloquasto – Jonny, a native of
eastern Pennsylvania, grew up as a fat kid. The only
thing he loved more than food was making people laugh
– friends, family, the guy at the drive–through window – it
didn’t matter, as long as they were entertained. Whether
he’s talking about his experiences as a twenty–something
single guy or recalling what it was like to be the “Funny
Fat Kid,” Jonny Loquasto fills audiences with Husky–
sized laughs.
Marvin Lee
www.comedianmarvinlee.com – Marvin Lee is a high
energy, down-to-earth smart alec who talks about
everything from his multi–cultural family to the
downfall of the Saturday morning cartoon. In doing
so Marvin takes subjects and twists them to his style
of thinking.
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NOVELTY
MULTICULTURAL
SPEAKERS
WEST REGION
Good Asian Drivers
www.goodasiandrivers.com – Good Asian Drivers, a
spoken word/musical duo, aim to increase queer
Asian–American visibility in the United States and
serve as positive role models. This social mission,
along with an undeniably entertaining performance and
a reputation for being personable and approachable,
makes the Good Asian Drivers a duo that must be
placed on everyone's radar.
Christopher Janney - Sonic Forest
www.janney.com – Christopher Janney has toured
the United States and Europe with his interactive
sound/architecture installations including major music
festivals “All Points West,” “Bonnaroo” and “Hyde
Park Calling” in London. Believing also that
architecture is about a manifestation of the "public
spirit," Janney lectures widely on his work and
teaches the seminar “Sound as a Visual Medium.”
Las Guitarras de España
www.theguitarsofspain.com – A world music ensemble
with a “Spanish guitar twist,” that performs a fusion of
Cuban son (a relative to salsa music), rumba, R&B,
Latin–jazz, blues, and African percussion with an
underlying flamenco music and dance focus. Over the
past seven years, Las Guitarras de España has
performed at numerous colleges, concert series, and
performing arts venues.
Kristina Wong
www.kristinawong.com – Kristina Wong is a
nationally presented solo performer, writer, actor,
educator, culture jammer, and filmmaker. She was
awarded the Creative Capital Award in Theater and a
Creation Fund from the National Performance
Network to create her third full length solo show,
"Wong Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest." Incisive writer
and performer Kristina takes an offbeat artistic
approach to activism that upstages the strangeness
of our times.
Shalini Kantayya
www.7thempiremedia.com – Shalini Kantayya,
filmmaker, activist, and reality show survivor uses
film as a tool to educate, inspire, and empower
audiences. She finished in the top 10 out of 12,000
filmmakers on FOX TV’s “On the Lot”, a reality show
produced by Steven Spielberg and Mark Burnett
dedicated to the search for Hollywood’s next great
director. Shalini has lectured at colleges, universities,
and international conferences.
Maxxtone - Live Band Karaoke
www.maxxtone.com – Maxxtone combines the
excitement of “American Idol” with the novelty of the
“Rock Band” video game for a unique and
unforgettable experience. Maxxtone will have
audiences on stage singing with a live band with
their Live Band Karaoke Show. With over 400 songs
to choose from, the night will not be long forgotten.
Black White & Red All Over – www.myspace.com/
blackandwhiteandredallov – The Black White and
Red All Over Tour is compromised of 3 very funny
headlining comedians from NYC, each representing
a particular minority within the United States (Black,
Jewish and Native American). Each comedian does
a half hour of independent stand-up material which
references and relates to their ethnicity to a degree
but is not fully defined by it.
DJ Chef
www.djchef.com – Celebrity chef Marc Weiss, “DJ
CHEF”, is the only culinary entertainer who
simultaneously cooks gourmet food & deejays for
colleges, special events and private parties around
the world. His unique style created a buzz in the
industry and it wasn't long before he appeared on the
Food Network’s “What’s Hot!, What’s Cool!” and co–
hosted MTV’s Celebrity Spring Break Style special
with Lindsay Lohan.
MELISSA BARTELL - COLLEGE AGENT
PHONE: (973) 486-0867
EMAIL: [email protected]
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