Top Shelf Oldies

Q. What style of music do you play?

A. Top Shelf Oldies plays a wide variety of the popular music from the 1950's - 60's and 70's. just have a look at our Song List! We also play some popular music from 1980's to today. Our focus is to play easily recognizable music ... songs that were usually top ten of the year back in their day.

Q. Will the musicians that I see in your promotional materials and pictures be the same musicians who will perform at my event?

A. The short answer is yes. Top Shelf Oldies is proud to be a “set group” which means that the musicians that you see here and have heard live at our performances, will be the same musicians that will be performing at your event. In the event a member is sick or detained beyond their control we will notify you of this circumstance and may substitute as required. The founding musicians that perform in Top Shelf Oldies meet a certain talent level and any replacement musicians will meet our quality standards to insure your event is completed with the highest satisfaction level we can muster on your behalf.

Q. How does the band dress during a performance?

A. We always seek to dress appropriately for the venue and we will be sure to accommodate your preferences as required. Our attire varies from very casual shorts and dress shirts with sports jackets for country club social events to full formal dress for weddings and formal occasions. If you would like us to dress in something specific, please ask!

~Will Ravellete Lead Guitar and Vocals

Mr. Willy Skills a passionate performer and skilled musician. He plays the guitar left handed and upside down, but a Jimmy Hendrix "wanna be" he's not. His lead guitar playing career, spanning several decades, has allowed Will to tour throughout the United States and Canada. Performing in front of thousands of adoring fans, Will is a true music professional.

Will's talented guitar playing is the perfect splash of class for Top Shelf and their seasoned sound. Will's diverse style allows for a variety of sound and texture to enhance Top Shelf's every performance. His energetic performance style is infectious and a joy to watch to hear.

Will certainly tops the team of Top Shelf with his sophisticated expertise. We're truly blessed to have such a talented musician sharpening the sound of Top Shelf. Oh and he's a hell of nice guy too!

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~ John Webber - Guitar and Vocals

John comes from Boston, MA area; John has boatloads of professional experience playing all over New England. John played his first professional job, a wedding, in 1977 as a lead singer with the band Ultra Blue - While John's peers pursued professional recording contracts John was content performing and entertaining. "It was always about the audience for me ... no one really wanted to hear my originals but me" ` John

John has played venues including ~ Boston Harbor Hotel ~ Marriott Long Wharf ~ Hancock Tower ~ The Prudential Building ~ Hundreds of Hotels ~ Quaint New England Inn's ~ Political Campaigns in NH ~ Corporate functions throughout New England. John has traveled the Northeast performing in all 6 New England states also in NY, NJ, PA, OH, and now brings his singing and performing talents to Southwest Florida.

John did eventually pursue a professional writing and recording career which has enabled him to leave a permanent mark in the annals of music. See John's original song composition and recording under the stage name of Jay Norris recorded and performed with local Florida professional Ira Wilkes. Find it on you tube ... Last Chance Cafe

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~ Jack Cobelens Drums and Vocals

In the pocket Jack Cobelens on drums and vocals... a seasoned pro with decades of experience spanning 3 continents. Jack sings and plays he is a serious showman with every stick hit. He can play like feathers or like thunder ... you'll be spell bound with his intensity of focus on his craft, but his warm friendly nature is what makes him a great fit with Top Shelf.

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Mark Boroska Bass Guitar

The heart pulse foundation of the band is Mark Boroska on Bass. Delivering those familiar walking bass lines which stamp those oldies tune, meticulously echoed on every song from back in the day.

Complete Rain Protected Stage with Sound Person and Equipment for Outdoor Performanaces