Besides being an "On-Air" DJ with Rockford's Country Q 98.5, I am also a "One Man Country Band" performing with my acoustic guitar, digital drum machine, my own vocals and a few effects that make it sound like a three piece band. All of the music is "live", nothing is pre-recorded. Most of the music I perform is Legend's of Country Music. I average about 170 performances a year. So, as you see, this is what I do for a living. I also have a John Denver Tribute Show as well. I will come with my own sound system for small to medium size rooms, or I can use your system should you have a larger venue.
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Price Range: $300 - 1500
Gig Length: 60 - 180 minutes
Languages: English
When hiring me as my "One Man Country Band", I will perform mostly "Legend's of Country Music". If I am performing with just my acoustic guitar at your Retirement Home, I will perform music from the 1930's and 40's to the 1960's. This show is all Sing-A-Long music.
Besides being a full-time performer, and an "On-Air DJ", I am also the owner of an Entertainment Company. I know what it takes to put an event on. I have produced everything from small venues to major concerts. So, being a professional in this industry is a must if you want to do this thing called entertainment for a living. Another words I understand that you are looking for someone who is reliable and willing to put on a great show. That's what I am and that what I will do for you. My web site is (link hidden) Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact me. I look forward to working with you!
As for any technical information, it's really pertty simple. I would need two 110 outlets no futher than 10 feet from the performing area. I do not bring a lighting system, so I would rely on your venue for this. I will come with a small sound system (speakers on a stick). If your venue should have a sound system, I would love to use it. I would need a stage monitor too. As for a rider, if you are serving food, I would like to be included along with my roadie as well.
As mentioned earlier, my sets are just about all music from Legend's of Country Artists.
My influences have always been Johnny Cash, John Denver, Conway Twitty and so on.
minimum stage size 12' x 12'
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