Private Eyes' mission is to accurately capture the vocals, tones and textures of classic Hall & Oates with a craftsman’s precision as well as aiming for the visual blend of their classic late 70’s to early 80’s image. The band is currently booking theaters, casinos, clubs, and city and private events nationwide starting Summer 2021. The show can feature up to 2 hours of mega-hits plus a few choice B-sides.
If you are a Hall & Oates fan, this band is a must see! Incredible band!! This band is energetic, great musicians, and have fantastic vocals! They play all of H &O’s hits and perform for nearly 2 hours. During their performance, they do engage with the crowd, which is nice. They are a genuine, kind group of musicians! Love them!!!
Price Range: $1800 - $7500
Private Eyes, a Tribute to Daryl Hall & John Oates, was formed in 2018. Their mission was clear and precise: to deliver the timeless music from the best-selling duo of all time. This Los Angeles-based band features note for note renditions of all the greatest hits as well as some choice fan favorites.
Founder, Music Director, and Bassist Chris Willshire undertook a nationwide search for the right vocalist who could replicate the blue-eyed soul of Daryl Hall, only to find frontman Mark Wilson in his own San Fernando Valley backyard. Mark is a graduate of Berklee College of Music, and his diverse background includes having toured with Frankie Valli as one of the Four Seasons, serving as an opening act with the Marcels for Tina Turner, and contributing background vocals for John Denver & Garth Brooks. He has also been a member of the Grammy-nominated Los Angeles Jazz Choir.
A TV editor by day, Bassist Chris Willshire’s credits include promo material for such CW shows as Supernatural, The Flash, Arrow, and Black Lightning, in addition to episodes of Bravo’s Top Chef. He met future Oates, Nate Beausoleil while working on the HGTV shows Flip or Flop and House Hunters. Nate is an in-demand Field Audio Engineer for House Hunters, as well as for indie films and documentaries.
Drummer Mat Miranda has performed at multiple Disney properties as well as on international cruise ship tours. He is also an acclaimed drum line instructor and a Top 3 finalist at the Indoor Drumline World Competition.
When Tyler Varnell isn’t playing his sexy sax and keyboards for Private Eyes, he works as an award-winning and nationally ranked wedding/events entertainer. He honed his formidable musical skills at Berklee’s College of Music and Pepperdine’s Jazz Ensemble.
Andre Ribeiro doubles as our soundscape secret weapon, recreating H & O’s trademark synth textures. He has extensive live experience as a drummer and keyboardist/programmer, as well as providing lighting and production services for such stars as Mumford and Sons, Ashlee Simpson, and Queen Latifah to name a few.
Luke Linsteadt comes in as the utility man playing sax, guitar, and wailing high vocals. He can also be seen all over the country performing in musicals. Most notably, you can frequently catch him playing Elvis in Million Dollar Quartet, The Musical.
Private Eyes is currently booking dates nationwide for the performing arts market, clubs, casinos, public and private events.
Now who can’t go for that?
BACKLINE EQUIPMENT LIST 2021
**For shows involving air travel. Please inquire about regional shows involving road transportation.
Tyler Varnell (Sax, Keys Stage L)
- (1) Arturia Keylab (1st choice) or Yamaha Motif (2nd choice) 88 fully-weighted with USB Cable and sustain
pedal.
- (1) Ultimate Support IQ-X-3000 Double-braced X or similar.
- (1) Power strip w/ 6 outlets.
- (1) Hosa USB-210AB USB 2.0 A - B Cable - 10 foot
- (1) Stereo Radial DI box
- (1) Mono Radial DI box - Sax.
Chris Willshire (Bass, Vocals)
- (1) Bass Cabinet (QSC K12.2 powered speaker or a standard 4x10, 2x12 or combo 10”/12” Ampeg, Fender,
GK, Peavey or similar).
- (2) Boom mic stands.
- (1) Talkback mic (any brand/model is fine)
- (1) Shure 58 Beta - BG. (doesn’t need to be wireless)
- (1) Ultimate Support GS-102 Genesis Series Double Guitar Stand or (2) Ultimate single guitar stands.
- (1) Power Strip w 6 Outlets.
- (1) Radial DI box or Shure SM57 or Sennheiser e906 on cab.
Andre Ribeiro (Keys Stage R, Vocals)
- (1) Arturia Keylab (1st choice) or Yamaha Motif (2nd choice) fully-weighted with USB Cable and sustain
pedal. (Keyboard should match whatever Tyler has).
- (1) Boss FS-5U - Footswitch - Unlatch
- (1) QuikLok QL-642 X-Style Double Brace Two-Tier Heavy Duty Keyboard Stand or similar.
- (1) Power strip w/ 6 outlets.
- (1) Hosa USB-210AB USB 2.0 A - B Cable - 10 foot
- (1) Wireless Shure SM58 Beta - BG
- (1) TRS Hosa Male to 2 Mono 1/4" Male Insert Y-Cable - 10’
- (1) Radial Stereo DI Box.
Mark Wilson (Lead Vocals Daryl, Keys)
- (1) Ultimate Support straight mic stand.
- (1) Wireless Shure SM58 Beta LEAD Vox.
- (1) Yamaha Motif keyboard or similar
- (1) Ultimate Support IQ-X-3000 Double-braced X or similar.
- (1) Radial Stereo DI Box.
Nathan Beausoleil (Lead Vocals John, Guitar)
- (1) Wireless Shure SM58 Beta LEAD Vox.
- (1) Ultimate Support guitar stand.
- (1) Power strip w 6 outlets.
- (1) AC30 or Fender Twin amp.
- (1) Shure SM57 or Sennheiser e906 on cab.
- (1) Ultimate Support boom stand.
- (1) Tripod Base Laptop Stand.
Mat Miranda (Drums)
4 piece Yamaha, Pearl, or DW drum kit with the following:
12” rack tom, 16” floor tom, 22” kick, 14” snare and accompanying stands. (Mat will provide his own
cymbals)
- (1) Stereo Radial DI box - (Backing tracks).
- (1) Stereo Radial DI box - (drum pads).
- (1) Power strip w 6 outlets.
- (1) Drum mic set (Kick, Snare, T1, Floor T, Hi-Hat, OH L, OH R).
- (1) Snare stand (added to support drum pad).
- (1) Tripod Base Laptop Stand.
Saxophonist #2, Backing Vocals
- (1) Stereo Radial DI box for wind MIDI controller
- (1) Mono Radial DI box - Sax.
- (1) Wireless Shure SM58 Beta BG vox
(In no particular order)
Dance On Your Knees/Out of Touch
Kiss On My List
One on One
Method of Modern Love
Wait for Me
Family Man
Possession Obsession
You've Lost That Lovin' Feeling
Say It Isn't So
Maneater
You Make My Dreams
Everything Your Heart Desires
Did It In A Minute
Adult Education
Rich Girl
Mano a Mano
Sara Smile
I Can't Go For That
Bigger Than Both of Us
She's Gone
Private Eyes
Private Eyes is constantly inspired by the music of Daryl Hall & John Oates, and we appreciate and respect their attention to detail and lush arrangements as we strive to replicate in a live setting what they captured on record.
Los Angeles, CA 
Tribute Band
Tom M. said “Probably the best entertainment we have ever had!!! Our company has an annual event where we cater to a bit of an older crowd (60's). I was a bit…”
Los Angeles, CA
Christmas Carolers
12 Verified Bookings Colton S. said “Wow, wow, wow! We hired the Sugarplums for a corporate Winter Celebration, and they truly were the stars of our event! While the event was a mix and mingle…”
Los Angeles, CA
Saxophone Player
19 Verified Bookings Peter C. said “Hired for an intimate Christmas party (under 50 guests) at a home. He crushed it! Completely Professional and amazing music. Went with the vibe and elevated…”
Los Angeles, CA
Latin Band
13 Verified Bookings Jonata P. said “Outstanding group, professional, accommodating, fun! They showed up early and left late. Great deal all around! I will %100 hire them again”
List your services
Log In
