Atomic Tom Burnevik

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Tommy's "One Man Show" sounds like a five piece band with a lead sax player that will blow you away. If you're a ho hum group don't bother, but if you're pumped up and ready to party, Tommy will take you to the next level. Need a full band? Adding extra players is not a problem, just ask for details.

Tommy Burnevik has over 30 years of performing experience.

At the age of 18, he was jamming at the local Minneapolis blues clubs. He would show up, jump on stage and wail on his sax. Tommy was quickly recognized as a soulful blues player with a unique raunchy style.

He joined The Lamont Cranston Band and recorded several projects with them including the first album featuring Tommy's sax playing on great tunes like "Aint nobody here but us chickens". In the course of playing with Lamont Cranston, he had many musical adventures, one of which was a trip to Chicago where he played with Blues greats including Koko Taylor, Sunnyland Slim and Howlin Wolfs Band to name a few.

After 4 years with Lamont Cranston, he formed his own 9 piece swing blues band called "The Bees Knees". His vocal style and honkin & screamin tenor sax was sure to get you off your seat and on your feet. Recognized as one of Minnesota's top ten bands, Tommy Burnevik and The Bees Knees was a guaranteed good time.

Tommy then joined the 80's rock band The Suburbs. With deep roots in the Blues, his sax playing on tracks like "Love is the law" added a cool twist to an awesome edgy rock band.

Now, going solo as a One Man Band, Tommy still rocks the house!

He has performed and/or recorded with many groups including:
Howlin Wolf Band, Prodigy, Dean Magraw, Flaming O's, Hot Rod, Lamont Cranston, Joel Johnson, Elvin Bishop, Asleep At The Wheel, The Pistons, The Bees Knees, The Hoop Snakes, Dan Aykroyd, Kim Wilson, Lynwood Slim, The Suburbs, Soul Asylum, Johnny Lang and more.

• Mustang Sally
• Trouble in mind
• Bring it on home
• Kansas City
• Unchain my heart
• Some kinda wonderful
• Turn on your love light
• Hide and seek
• Get the Party Started
• Can I change my mind
• Shake rattle roll
• Do it Again
• Not fade away (Bo Didley groove)
• Good time Charlie
• Land of 1000 dances
• Obdacious
• 634 5789
• Rather go blind
• Ain't that lovin you
• Little Sis
• Tore Down
• Strollin with Bones
• Alright OK
• Honky Tonk
• One way out
• You really got a hold on me
• Every day I have the blues
• Sweet home Chicago
• Good rockin tonight
• I'm just your fool
• 3 jobs every day
• Crazy bout a saxaphone
• Switchin in the kitchen
• Lonesome train
• Let the good times roll
• Ring of fire
• Stand by me
• Into the mystic
• And many more...

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, Graduation Parties, Grand Openings, Halloween Parties, Picnic, Private Parties, Proms, Restaurants, Reunions, Sweet 16 Parties, Weddings, Wedding Ceremonies, Wedding Cocktail Hours, Wedding Receptions...and more.

• I feared bringing Tom's big sound and talent into a nursing home for my father's 90th birthday, worrying he might be "too much" for the setting. But he was fantastic. He read the crowd very well, personalized his performance, played longer than for what we contracted, serenaded my father with his sax, and simply "made" the party. I highly recommend him for whatever type of party you're planning. He will deliver! -- Sally B, St Louis Park, MN, 10/30/2011
• He was exactly what we were looking for. It was a 40th birthday party his music was great. He was also very accommodating with children and was able to get them involved in the fun. I had numerous compliments from our guest about his talent. -- Carla N, Maple Grove, MN, 8/13/2011
• Tom was outstanding. He made our celebration into a fun filled evening with his marvelous talent. Everyone was dancing because he chose the music that fit our crowd. We are so excited that we found him, and highly recommend him to anyone who wants to have a great time. He mingled with crowd playing his great sounding sax, and invited guests to a singalong. Besides being very personable, his skills as a musician are unmatched. If we have another party, Atomic Tom will be our first choice. Thanks Tom. John and Faye Schleter. -- John S, Minneapolis, MN, 12/17/2010
• Tommy was AMAZING!- very accomodating and professional. Our wedding night was a complete success thanks to Tom. We had an outdoor wedding and of course it rained. Tom was able to pick up the original location and move it into our home, making the transition seamless. Our guests never thought about the rain once the music started. Everyone still is talking about how talented he was and what a good time they had. We can't wait for another opportunity to have Tommy play again - maybe our first anniversary! No question I would recommend Tommy Burenevik - he would make any function enjoyable for all ages. -- Robin O, Prior Lake, MN, 9/10/2010
• He was great! He had the crowd up on their feet and participating, it was really fun party because of him. He was an amazing "one-man-band" - really amazing! -- Patti N, Eagan, MN, 6/19/2010
• Tommy showed up early--set up, was super professional and very talented. We loved having him at our party and would love to have him again. His music is wonderful and he does a wide variety. Big thumbs up! -- Katie Z, Mankato, MN, 5/29/2010
• We hired Tom from this site based on responses and ratings of past clients and you know what, they were right!. Tom arrived early and was very flexible upon arrival since the music and dinner were to be outdoors but were shifted indoors due to weather. He was set up well ahead of the wedding and we all loved his music as it is very contagious and got people dancing and having a wonderful time. We would recommend Tom for any event where you really want to party. Bill & Linda, Stillwater, MN -- Bill K, Stillwater, MN, 9/4/2011

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• Tommy Burnevik — Minneapolis, Minnesota