Martini Kings

• Doug McDonald - guitar
• Anthony Marsico / band leader - acoustic bass
• Kate Campbell - featured female vocals
• Sonny Moon - featured male vocals
• Joel Alpers - drums
• Dan Boissy - saxophone
• Craig Foonya - piano, vibraphone
• Anthony King - guitar

There's a reason why The Martini Kings were named #1 live event band in Los Angeles by They've performed for everyone from Oscar winner actor/director Clint Eastwood, Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger, author Stephen King, Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa, to Grammy award winning musicians as diverse as Kanye West and Carole King. Our events range from big name clients such as Honda Motors, The Getty Center and Universal Studios, to simple backyard cocktail parties. When event planners and party pros are looking for sophisticated and modern, with a hint of retro-style thrown into the mix, they always call on The Martini Kings.

From wowing the red carpet celebrities for the 7th straight year at The Academy Awards, to entertaining important corporate clients such as Warner Brothers, Universal Studios, Mattel and Honda, The Martini Kings are a perennial favorite with 'A' listers around Los Angeles and beyond.

Industry insiders have called The Martini Kings to provide their unique brand of retro jazz on projects as diverse as HBO's award winners Entourage and Six Feet Under to Fox's K-Ville, and have made new fans from clients like C.S.I. New York and The Los Angeles Director's Guild.

If you're looking for an alternative to the 'typical' for your wedding, cocktail hour, wrap party, corporate event, birthday or anniversary you've arrived. Our versatility allows us to adapt to your needs by providing anything from a duo to a deluxe six piece band.

The core of The Martini Kings consists of bass, drums and - the centerpiece of our style - vibes. For most events our instrumental trio of vibes (or guitar), bass and drums will meet your needs. By adding instrumentation, or our featured female or male vocalist we can also offer a 4 piece, depending on the function and your budget. We are also available as a duo of bass and vibes for smaller affairs. For larger functions we suggest adding additional pieces such as saxophone and keyboard to really round out and complete The Martini Kings swanky sound.

We are seasoned players who have toured, recorded and played with a variety of musicians the likes of which include Tom Jones, Etta James, Cher, Rod Stewart and Matthew Sweet - just to name a few! In addition we've been called on to appear in and score numerous movies, television and commercials. Group members haved appeared on The Jay Leno Show, Late Night with David Letterman, Saturday Night Live, Conan O'Brien and MTV.

The Martini Kings are the antidote to average. We know that it's your special event and you want things your way. The Martini Kings will satisfy your hippest guests (both young and old), with retro classics from the great American songbook, jazzy standards, bossa novas and cool jazz hits from the 1930's thru the 1960's. Our swingin' style will create a hip and elegant vibe that is perfect for listening or dancing-- sophisticated, but never sleepy!

simple - elegant - modern……The Martini Kings.

• A mere sample of the 100's of songs that we play!
• Girl From Ipanema - jobim
• What a Wonderful World
• The Way You Look Tonight - sinatra
• At Last - etta james
• Witchcraft
• Satin Doll
• Teach Me Tonight
• Besame Mucho
• Song For My Father
• Night and Day
• Yellowbird
• Lotta Livin
• Fly Me To The Moon - sinatra
• Days of Wine and Roses - mancini
• Lady Is A Tramp
• Look Of Love
• Corcovado
• Sleepwalk
• Danke Schoen
• Desafinado
• Oye Como Va
• Wave
• Watch What Happens
• Unforgettable
• Straight No Chaser
• That's All
• Blue Bossa
• Take Five
• James Bond Theme
• Boots are Made For Walkin
• Sway
• Summer Samba
• Stardust
• Quiet Village
• St. Thomas
• Poinciana
• Patricia
• Over the Rainbow
• One Note Samba
• Misty
• What Is This Thing Called Love
• L-O-V-E
• Meditation
• Mack The Knife
• The In Crowd
• How High The Moon
• Green Dolphin Street
• Harlem Nocturne
• A Train
• Autumn Leaves
• Watermellon Man
• Bei Mir Bistu Shein
• Beyond The Sea
• Black Orpheus
• Blue Monk
• Comin Home Baby
• Tequilla
• Dindi
• Just to name a few!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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

• The Martini Kings added magic to my evening. Everyone at the party entertained. They were not omly professional, but really nice guys. I highly recommed them and would have them play again at another event. -- Gianna M, Newport Beach, CA, 10/21/2005
• Wonderful, cool music was a great soundtrack for teh evening. -- Julianne M, Irvine, CA, 11/22/2003
• The Martini Kings' vibes and upright bass duo added the perfect mood music to our pre-wedding celbration. The vibes resonated up into trees as though our yard was singing. Relaxed, mellow and sophisticated, and complete pros. -- Kerry K, Los Angeles, CA, 4/22/2006
• I will always contact the Martini Kings for future events. GREAT BAND. -- Jay S, Los Angeles, CA, 8/11/2006
• The Martini Kings - Anthony, Frank and Rob delivered the sound, painted the mood and provided a feeling in the crowd that made them all want to linger. I look forward to working with them in the future. Thank you! -- Cynthia D, Dana Point, CA, 4/30/2010
• They were fabulous. Just the right touch for our company's 10th anniversary party. Quite the hit, I must say. My boss is thinking of hiring them for our company holiday party. -- Danielle H, Beverly Hills, CA, 10/17/2008
• The Martini Kings were a HUGE hit at our wedding. We had just a few pre-event hiccups leading up to the big day, but once everything was settled it was smooth sailing. They arrived and setup at the primary location well beforehand, and were very friendly and accommodating throughout the entire day. I'd recommend them to others looking for unique and skilled talent in a heartbeat. -- Spencer C, Santa Barbara, CA, 6/1/2008
• Fantastic -- Andrew C, Las Vegas, NV, 5/12/2011
• The music was the perfect accompaniment for our 700+ person banquet. They played at the perfect level for background music, but they never faded totally into the background. They had the right energy and the right music selection to add a little fun to the dinner! -- Kristin B, Anaheim, CA, 3/23/2011
• They were just what the party needed! They were very in-tune to the crowed that was in attendance and had a big repertoire. My employer was very pleased and we would definitely hire them again for future events. Thank you for putting me in touch with them. Sincerely, Nicole Voltolina -- Nicole V, Los Angeles, CA, 11/2/2010
• The Martini Kings are the BEST! They're professional and very talented. They played in my backyard under the moonlight. That's how experienced they were...they know their instruments. We didn't think we would go overtime but we did. The crowd just loved them. The music is so relaxing and the vibe was just easy going. None of the neighbors complained. In fact, the majority of my neighbors came over and joined us. Because of The Martini Kings, my husband's 39th birthday party as a SUCCESS! Many of our friends and family are musicians and even they would love to hire The Martini Kings. Thank You guys! We are a big FAN and just love you! -The Sanders (Chris & Chao) -- Chao S, Corona, CA, 9/18/2010
• The Martini Kings were a wonderful part of our event. They really made the evening special! -- Sharisse B, Los Angeles, CA, 5/8/2010

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