- Location:
- Bridgeport, Connecticut
- Travel Radius:
- Will travel up to 3000 miles from Bridgeport.
- Pay Range:
-
$1000-$10000 per event
- Member Since:
- 2006
- Primary Category:
- Dance Cover Band
- Additional Categories:
- Live Band, Prince Tribute Act
- Genre:
- 70's Hits, 80's Hits, 90's Hits, Blues, Dance, Disco, Funk, Fusion, Jazz, Latin, Oldies, Pop, R&B, Soul, Top 40
- Influences:
- Stevie Wonder, The Eagles, Jackson 5, Earth, Wind & Fire, James Brown, Musiq Soulchild, Kool & The Gang, Steely Dan, Tower of Power, Eric Clapton, Ray Charles, Luther Vandross, LTD, Prince, The Gap Band, B.B. King, Wilson Pickett, Mint Condition
Group Members
- Ricky Alan Draughn - Lead Vocalist
- Natalia Robinson - Lead Vocalist
- Terry Billups - Percussionist
- Willie Joe Moore - Bassist
- "Jazz" - Keyboardist
- Cedric Herbert - Guitarist
- James Moore - Drummer
- JMaul Johnson - Keyboardist
- Dana Martin - Bkgrd. Vocals (optional)
Description
Rated the hottest and most cutting edge recording, dance band on the East Coast and continues to generate a rapidly growing fan base, The Slammin' Band defines professionalism. Opening for headliners; Chaka Khan, Macy Gray, Wilson Pickett, WAR, Ray, Goodman & Brown and performing for corporate events; Al Gore's Presidential Election Campaign Rally, Pilot Pen Women's Tennis Tournament, Special Olympics just recently performed New Year's 2009 in Times Square (for the 2nd year in a row). Our experience extends into the Casino arena, as we perform regularly at Mohegan Sun & Foxwoods and have already been slated for MGM, easily explaining TSB's caliber. Combining sharply written original songs with the best covers from past and present, The Slammin Band is able to grab the crowd's attention and keep them on the dance floor. Genres include R&B, Funk, Jazz, Top 40, Reggae, Pop, Motown, Rock, Fusion, Latin and Neo Soul. Their eclectic, feel-good sound and tunes to which people of all ages and musical tastes can relate, aptly names "The Slammin' Band", as they deliver rhythm and blues and show stopping performances in a way most unique and entertaining...Let the experience begin!!!
All members of TSB have extensive musical backgrounds, with resumes to match. Each member of TSB has been strategically selected for the inimitable sound that has become signature.
Lead vocalist, Ricky Alan Draughn continues to perfect his distinctive blend of jazz, gospel and R&B with a fan-focused style that spans the arenas of recorded and live performance. His debut album, which released locally to critical acclaim, will be followed this year with a paramount solo project entitled "What About Me". Ricky Alan has emerged a recording powerhouse with the polish, delivery and stage presence of the late Luther Vandross, the power of the late Sam Cooke, and sounds reminiscent of Maxwell and the late Donnie Hathaway.
Lead vocalist, Natalia Shonti, South Carolina’s own, is destined to become a staple in the hip hop and R&B community. Often compared to Lauryn Hill in her prime, Natalia, “has a very soulful sound that makes you think old school but with a new school twist”. Her latest effort, “Get it Out” & “Outta Control” presented by JaGore Music Group features the double singles that callabo’s with producers Jesse West and Rufus Jackson (J3 Muzik) two of the hottest producers in Hip Hop and R&B.
Individually, the members of The Slammin' Band are truly gifted, together they are magic! If you have not had the pleasure of hearing this fantastic band, make sure you catch them soon.
Song List
Available For:
Anniversaries, Awards Nights, Bachelor Parties, Bachelorette Parties, Banquets, Birthday Parties, Casinos, Celebrations, Christmas Parties, Clubs, Community Events, Conventions, Corporate Functions, Country Clubs, Cruise Ships, Dinner Dances, Festivals, Fraternity Functions, Fund Raisers, Graduation Parties, Grand Openings, Hotels, Jingles, Movie Soundtracks, Picnic, Private Parties, Proms, Resorts, Restaurants, Reunions, Sorority Function, Studio Session, TV Soundtracks, Weddings
Feedback
- The Slammin' Band was unbelievable. My wedding would not have been the same without them. Everyone there could not stop telling us how good our band was. Ricky Alan's voice is off the charts. It couldn't have been easier planning the whole thing with Terry. My wife and I are officially fans of the Slammin' Band! The night began with everyone on the dance floor and ended with people begging them to play more. I can't say enough about their talent level. These guys should be famous! I recommend them to everyone. -- James G, Skaneateles, NY, 5/24/2008
- I was very nervous about booking a band online for our New Year's Eve Gala in Times Square, but these guys made the whole process so easy. The band manager contacted me often, was clear and flexible with his specifications and they arrived early to the event. The quality of the music was spectacular and my contact touched base with me through out the event to ensure the style and tempo was what I was looking for. I highly recommend this band! -- Michelle G, New York, NY, 12/31/2007
- My experience with the Slammin band was outstanding from start to finish. I planned a great party but the Slamming Band made it an exceptional event. Their talent was far beyond my expectations. The music was great and the singer was the best ever. Everyone in the band was nice and we all had a lot of fun. My guest are still raving about the band. I would use this band again for any event, large or small. We partied and they made it happen.
I found my contact person to be professional and always responded prmomptly. From our initial meeting I knew that I could trust him to manage the event and he was fantast. I highly recommend this band!!! -- L. Michelle H, Easton, CT, 9/8/2007
- TOWER OF POWER...AVERAGE WHITE BAND...Etc.. If you guys ever need a band to add to your show bill...The SLAMMIN BAND is the band that your looking for. Plan and simple..."THEY GET THE PLACE JUMPING" -- Cam C, Waterbury, CT, 6/17/2007
- The band is really a five star one. They fully share the anxiety I had about the timing for setting up the band so they arrived at the venue earlier. I really appreciate their effort in this regard. The crowd loves them. Each musician equally shares his superb skill and talent. Ricky is a powerhouse!I definitely will ring them for upcoming events. Thank you for making the night, an unforgetable one! -- Dicky K, New York, NY, 12/8/2006
- Listening to the SLAMMIN BAND is like having your own private rb/funk radio station. You name it,they play it.Ricky and Terry sound just as good as the origanal artists. THE SLAMMIN BAND is a must hire for all you rb/funk fans. TRUST ME...THIER THE REAL DEAL!!! -- Cam C, Waterbury, CT, 11/22/2006
- GREAT BAND!!!! DEFINITELY WOULD HIRE THEM AGAIN. THEY HELPED MAKE A SLOW WEEK AT OUR CLUB INTO A GOOD ONE.($$$) THEY PACKED THE HOUSE FOR US AND PUT ON A HELL OF A SHOW! TERRY AND RICKY WERE AWESOME!! THE SLAMMIN BAND IS THE REAL DEAL!!! -- Cam C, Waterbury, CT, 10/29/2006
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