Conch Republic

• Rich "Schooner the Wharf Rat" McGuire - Lead Vocals/Percussion
• Michael "Panama" Thomas - Lead Guitar/Vocals
• Mark "Malabu" Minix - Keyboards/Vocals
• Brian "Fliggity" Flack - Drums/Percussion
• Shannon "Skelly Mon" Gritton - Guitar/Ukulele/Mandolin
• "Margarita Mike" - Steel Pan/Congas/Bongos/p
• Bud "Vegas" McKinley - Bass/Vocals
• Theresa "Senora" Thomas - Conchette/Vocals/Dancer
• Jenna "Tequila" McKinley - Conchette/Vocals/Dancer

CONCH REPUBLIC is a "Trop Rock" or beach band (often referred to as a Jimmy Buffett tribute band) and is pleased to be recognized as the 2010 recipient of the Rising Star award for Top Beach Band. . Winners were chosen based on outstanding achievement in live music and event entertainment bookings. The winners of the Rising Star awards represent the highest earning GigMasters entertainers and party vendors throughout North America, as well as have the most successful, client-rated gigs in their category

CONCH REPUBLIC achieved this top ranking by providing a high-energy, colorful show that focuses on crowd participation. Crazy characters on stage perform beach tunes from artists like the Beach Boys, Jimmy Buffett, Bob Marley, Zac Brown, Harry Belefonte, plus some great originals while engaging the crowd in sing-alongs, conga lines, limbo and dance contests, topping it off with colorful costumes, lights, stage props and party favors for those who like to join in the fun.

CONCH REPUBLIC has made quite a name for itself across the Mid West and Southern states by entertaining crowds from Margaritaville in Key West to the Pre-Buffett Concert at Cheeseburger In Paradise in Ohio.: from casinos in Mississippi where they opened for the Beach Boys to corporate functions in Northern Indiana and by bringing the beach party to all types of festivals and events in-between.

The members of CONCH REPUBLIC, consisting of 10 well- trained music professionals, are extremely respected in their fields and include high school band directors, music teachers, trained audio engineers, studio musicians and music producers.

For smaller budgets and venues we offer Conch on the Half Shell. The "Half Shell" Show is a lively, acoustic show made up of four to five musicians of the CONCH REPUBLIC and performed with a smaller sound system. Still the fun, beachy songs you love, but unplugged and without the beach background, lights, and beachie props. This show works great for smaller clubs or venues where there is not much space. The Half Shell Show includes a blend of congas, steel drums, ukulele and acoustic guitar, which instantly takes you down to the islands! Don't think just because it is a smaller show, that it's not BIG fun! We still bring along all the energy, just in a smaller package.

If you are looking for exciting entertainment for your next beach-themed event -CONCH REPUBLIC will bring the beach party to YOU! With beach music from Jamaica to Tahiti, or California to Key West – – CONCH REPUBLIC has the perfect music and fun for your next event! Don't just "book a band" – hire an energetic and entertaining show!

• Flip Flops & Bottle Tops - Conch Republic
• Drivin Down To The Keys (Original) - Conch Republic
• Another Saturday Night
• Hawaii Five O - Instrumental
• Cheeseburger In Paradise - Jimmy Buffett
• Fins - Jimmy Buffett
• Volcano - Jimmy Buffett
• Jump In The Line (Shake Senora) - Conch Republic / Harry Belafonte
• Sailing - Conch Republic / Cristopher Cross
• S-A-T-U-R-D-A-Y Night - Conch Republic / Bay City Rollers
• Old Time Rock n' Roll - Bob Seager
• Wolly Bully - Shim Sham & The Pharos
• Under The Sea - Disney's Little Mermaid
• Iko Iko - The Dixie Cups
• Son Of A Son Of A Sailor - Jimmy Buffett
• One Particular Harbor - Jimmy Buffett
• Pirate Looks At 40 - Jimmy Buffett
• Come Monday - Jimmy Buffett
• Soul Man
• Bama Breeze - Jimmy Buffett
• Toes In the Water - Zac Brown Band
• Where the Boat Leaves From - Zac Brown Band
• When The Sun Goes Down - Kenny Chesney
• Boat Drinks - Jimmy Buffett
• Brown Eyed Girl - Jimmy Buffett
• Changes In Latitudes, Changes In Attitudes - Jimmy Buffett
• Great Fillin' Station Holdup - Jimmy Buffet
• It's Five O'clock Somewhere - Alan Jackson & Jimmy Buffett
• Margaritaville - Jimmy Buffett
• Pencil Thin Mustache - Jimmy Buffett
• Why Don't We Get Drunk - Jimmy Buffett
• Desperation Samba - Jimmy Buffett
• Ten Rounds With Jose Cuervo
• Red, Red Wine - UB40
• Copacabana - Barry Manalow
• Stir It Up - Bob Marley
• Fun, Fun, Fun - The Beach Boys
• Surfin' USA - The Beach Boys
• The Lion Sleeps Tonight - The Tokens
• Surf City - Jan and Dean
• Celebration - Kool & The Gang
• Reggea Dancin' - Kool & The Gang
• Under the Boardwalk
• Hot, Hot, Hot - Buster Poindexter
• In The Summertime - Bob Marley
• Crocodile Rock - Elton John
• Limbo Rock - Various
• Two Pina Coladas - Garth Brooks
• The Plan - Conch Republic
• Can't Hold The Wind - Conch Republic
• Love Shack - B 52's
• Pascagula Run - Jimmy Buffett
• TEQUILA!

Anniversaries, Bachelor Parties, Bachelorette Parties, Banquets, Birthday Parties, Children's Birthday Parties, Celebrations, Christmas Parties, Clubs, Cocktail Parties, Community Events, Conventions, Corporate Functions, Dinner Dances, Festivals, Fund Raisers, Graduation Parties, Grand Openings, Halloween Parties, Picnic, Private Parties, Proms, Restaurants, Reunions, School Assemblies, Sweet 16 Parties, Weddings, Wedding Ceremonies, Wedding Cocktail Hours, Wedding Receptions...and more.

• We had high expectations for the 2nd Annual Union Beach Blast, and the Conch Republic did not disappoint! They were fantastic, got the crowd involved, literally had 'em dancing in the sand! It was a great night, the Union residents who came out were treated to a great show by a great band, and all the band members were professional and accomodating. We already have a commitment to bring them back for the 3rd Annual Union Beach Blast in June 2012. If you want a great live show with LOTS of audience participation, hire this band! You will not be disappointed. -- Jim L, Union, KY, 6/11/2011
• This band had the audience in their hands from the moment they started playing! It was a real beach party feel. They were great! -- Louisa C, Clarksville, TN, 6/26/2010
• This band was very energetic, got the crowd involved (which we know isn't easy to do!), great sing along music and very down to earth people who truly enjoy what they do. It was definitely a highlight of the festival this year. They made us want to book a trip to Key West!We loved the beach balls and all of the props. WE would highly recommend this band to everyone that wants to show their crowd a great time! The group arrived early, were very professional and appeared to enjoy our crowd and our committee as much as we enjoyed them! -- Lee Anna M, Whitesburg, KY, 9/25/2010

Click here for more feedback