International entertainer, actor, comedian, singer, and recording artist Howard Shraiberg is currently appearing through out Chicago's nightclub and restaurant scene. Howard has recently returned from sold out performances at The Grand Hyatt, Hong Kong and the Riu Hotel in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. Howard has also auditioned for “The Voice” and was positively received. In the past year he has performed for standing room only audiences at the Rosemont Convention Center, 12West Nightclub in the Gold Coast and The Laughing Chameleon in The Glen. Howard's roots are in Chicago and his early influences were Frank Sinatra, Etta James and The Animals. Currently he is incorporating blues and pop from artists such as Adele and Amy Winehouse. Howard is not a stranger to the recording scene. He started recording at an early age at the studios of Chess Recordings, which led to his touring throughout the United States. He has graced the stages of many venues including Caesar's Palace and The Playboy Club. Howard is also a regular on the charity function circuit. One of his favorite yearly events is entertaining the homeless veterans at the Great Lakes Naval Base Hospital. Howard's alto tone and unique stylings have enabled him to share the stage with great entertainers through the years. Pat Boone, The Fifth Dimension and comics Dick Shawn and Red Fox are just a few examples of the quality artists with whom he has worked. Presently Howard performs alongside his producer Rick Ariail and Rick's band Ariail Maneuvers. Rick is an award-winning composer, keyboardist, singer, songwriter, producer and teacher. He brings more than 30 years of performing experience to the stage adding richness to the musical tone and quality of their performances.