Uptown Band Feat. Erich Cawalla & Jenifer Kinder

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Location:
Reading, Pennsylvania
Travel Radius:
Will travel up to 3000 miles from Reading.
Pay Range:
$1000-$5000 per event
Member Since:
2007
Primary Category:
Top 40 Band
Additional Categories:
Cover Band
Genre:
50's Hits, 60's Hits, 70's Hits, 80's Hits, 90's Hits, Dance, Jazz, Motown, Oldies, Pop, R&B, Rock, Swing, Top 40, Variety
Influences:
Earth Wind & Fire, Alicia Keys, Chicago, Carlos Santana, Frank Sinatra, Beyonce, Aretha Franklin, Average White Band, Louis Prima, Wilson Pickett, Joss Stone, and all the great show groups.

Group Members

  • Erich Cawalla - Lead Vocals, Sax, Flute
  • Jenifer Kinder - Lead Vocals, Percussion
  • Mike Schwartz - Guitar, Lead Vocals
  • Lamont Bates - Bass, Vocals
  • Dave Fenwick - Keyboards, Vocals
  • Omer Godinet - Drums, Vocals
  • Robin Church - Trumpet

Description

RANKED AS THE #1 TOP-40 BAND IN NORTH AMERICA!!!

ONE OF AMERICA'S MOST REQUESTED BANDS!!!

The Uptown Band featuring Erich Cawalla and Jenifer Kinder features some of the Northeast's most accomplished and seasoned entertainers. They have been awarded Gigmasters' Rising Star Award for the #1 Top-40 Band in North America. Able to play virtually every kind of music possible, the band can play for any occasion including weddings, conventions, festivals, and all other events.

Some of their more notable accomplishments include performing at the PA Vision of Hope Gala for former Homeland Security Chief Tom Ridge, working opposite Comedy Central's Jeff Dunham at a sold-out Luhrs Performing Arts Center, and being one of three acts chosen to play at the Pennsylvania State Capitol Building's Centennial Celebration. Individuals in the band have played with numerous celebrities including Kenny Chesney, Joe Nichols, Marie Osmond, Toby Keith, The Skyliners, and Martha and the Vandella's to name a few.

The group features an exciting rhythm section, horn section, and the extremely talented vocalists, Erich Cawalla and Jenifer Kinder. Each performance includes significant audience interaction, and because of the diversity of the band's immense songlist, there is something for everybody to enjoy. Each performance can be tailored to the specific needs of each client. The Uptown Band prides itself on 100% client satifaction as shown by its perfect 5 Star feedback by each of their previous clients. The band encourages clients to pick what songs they want played off of its extensive songlist meaning that unlike other groups, you get a significant say in what the band plays! Don't miss out on booking The Uptown Band! Make your event an UPTOWN affair and contact them today for pricing and availibility.

Song List

  • 25 or 6 to 4 - Chicago
  • Ain't No Other Man - Christina Aguilera
  • Ain't Nobody - Chaka Khan
  • Ain't Too Proud to Beg - Temptations
  • At Last - Etta James
  • At This Moment - Billy Vera and the Beaters
  • Black Magic Woman - Carlos Santana
  • Comin' to Your City - Big & Rich
  • Crazy in Love - Beyonce
  • Dance to the Music - Sly and the Family Stone
  • December of 63 (Oh, What a Night) - Frankie Valli
  • Dontcha Wanna Ride - Joss Stone
  • Europa - Gato Barbieri
  • For Once in My Life - Stevie Wonder/Tony Bennett
  • Get Down Tonight - KC and the Sunshine Band
  • Give it to Me Baby - Rick James
  • Grazin' in the Grass - Boney James/Rick Braun
  • Hellagood - No Doubt
  • Here for the Party - Gretchen Wilson
  • Hey There, Lonely Girl - Eddie Holman
  • Higher Ground - Stevie Wonder
  • Honky Tonk Woman - Rolling Stones
  • I Feel Good - James Brown
  • I Need to Know - Marc Anthony
  • In the Mood - Glenn Miller
  • Just a Gigolo - Louis Prima/Sam Butera
  • Just the Way You Are - Billy Joel
  • Land of 1000 Dances - Wilson Pickett
  • Listen to the Music - Doobie Brothers
  • Mack the Knife - Bobby Darin
  • Margaritaville - Jimmy Buffett
  • Mustang Sally - Wilson Pickett
  • My Girl - Temptations
  • My Prerogative - Bobby Brown
  • Night Train - Buddy Morrow
  • Ooh, Baby Baby - Smokey Robinson
  • Pick Up the Pieces - Average White Band
  • Rapper's Delight - Sugar Hill Gang
  • Respect - Aretha Franklin
  • Roadhouse Blues - The Doors
  • Runaround Sue - Dion and the Belmonts
  • Satin Doll - Duke Ellington
  • Saving All My Love - Whitney Houston
  • September - Earth Wind & Fire
  • Somewhere Over the Rainbow - Eva Cassidy
  • The Way You Look Tonight - Frank Sinatra
  • This Is How We Do It - Montell Jordan
  • Unchained Melody - Righteous Brothers
  • Walk Away - Kelly Clarkson
  • You Don't Know Me - Michael Buble/Ray Charles

Available For:

Anniversaries, Apres Ski Parties, Awards Nights, Banquets, Bar Mitzvahs, Bat Mitzvahs, Birthday Parties, Children's Birthday Parties, Casinos, Celebrations, Christenings, Christmas Parties, Clubs, Community Events, Conventions, Corporate Functions, Country Clubs, Cruise Ships, Dinner Dances, Festivals, Fund Raisers, Graduation Parties, Grand Openings, Hotels, Jingles, Movie Soundtracks, Picnic, Private Parties, Resorts, Restaurants, Reunions, Studio Session, TV Soundtracks, Weddings

Feedback

  • It is a true pleasure to recommend the Uptown Band. You will not find an easier or more dedicated band to work with. Erich and I hit it off from the start. He listened to everything we wanted and provided his professional opinion for what would work best for our wedding. He provided music for our ceremony, cocktail hour and reception flawlessly. My husband and I loved every minute/every song. It was just perfect! Everyone danced! My guests raved how great the band was - not too loud - not too thumpy - very entertaining and they were blown away by Jennifer's voice and the musical talent of the guys. It was the best day ever! I can not thank them enough. -- Allison T, Phoenixville, PA, 10/10/2009
  • Our experience with Uptown Band was nothing short of amazing! The band made our wedding fantastic! The dance floor was packed all night and people kept coming up to tell us how great the band was and how much fun they were having. We would highly recommend Uptown Band for any event! -- Linda F, Philadelphia, PA, 10/24/2009
  • My wife and I hired the Uptown Band to play our wedding reception. They learned our first dance song and a song that I played with the band for my wife. I spoke with Erich often leading up to the event and he made sure that all the details were organized for our big day. They were extremely talented and impressed everybody at the party. People were dancing even before dinner. This band is worth every penny and I would hire them again without hesitation. Book them early! -- Spencer M, Lancaster, PA, 7/18/2009
  • We were happy to find the perfect band for our wedding. They really kept the party on the dance floor (even skipping a set break) and appealed to a diverse crowd. Erich did a great job as MC and kept the flow moving with music. We gave them some speical song requests just a few days before the wedding and they were able to perform them with ease. They have a great sound, and are very professional and easy to work with. This was one of the best investments we made for our special day! We highly reccomend working using the Uptown Band for your event, you will be completely satified when it's over. -- Sara J, Baltimore, MD, 4/19/2008
  • When we decided to have a band for our daughter's Nov. 8, 2008 wedding, we checked with Gigmaster and found out about the Uptown Band. We were anxious about selecting a band. However, once we came in contact with Erich Cawalla, our concerns were quickly relieved. Erich worked with us in order to see the Uptown Band perform. After we heard the band, our minds were made up! Erich worked with us to create a lovely, fun and exciting evening for the bride and groom, as well as, all the guests.Erich quickly responded to our phone calls and emails. Erich and the Uptown Band are extremely talented, accomodating and friendly. I stronly recommend the Uptown Band! -- Ralph T, Macungie, PA, 11/8/2008
  • Erich and the rest of the Uptown Band were great to work with. He was extremely organized which made the music part of our wedding planning stress-free. He was extremely accommodating to any requests we had, including playing an exact song list we gave him and the atmosphere at the reception was just what we were looking for. We received a million compliments from our guests on the band, everyone was very impressed with them. Erich really got the party going and the entire band's talent blew us away. We would definitely recommend them for your wedding! -- Tanya B, Phoenixville, PA, 4/11/2009
  • Uptown Band Featuring Erich Cawalla and Jenifer Kinder were AMAZING to work with from the minute of our first contact and throughout the entire wedding! This is the band to have for your wedding. They played a mix of music that appealed to the entire crowd and had the dance floor filled for our entire reception. We would highly recommend them for a wedding recpetion, holiday party, anniversary, or any event where you're thinking of hiring a band. We cannot say enough about them!!!!!! -- Robin S, Harrisburg, PA, 10/18/2008
  • For our annual event we have in the past used another agency and in 18 years of this event, Erichs group has been the best. We had 70 people in attenance, all ages, and everyone was dancing havng a great time for every dance. I am a country club manager, and book bands to round out a 50,000 dollar entertanment budget, (at my regular job ) so I can compare with a certain expertise and I recomend this band enthusiastically. Bob Elliot -- Bob E, Pocono Pines, PA, 2/16/2008
  • Our company Holiday party was great fun and the entertainment factor of Uptown Band went a long way. The were professional in every sense of the word and people are still commenting on their talent. Excellent band with perfect timing. -- Philip G, Arlington, VA, 12/7/2007
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Upcoming Appearances

  • Saturday, November 28, 2009
  • 6:00PM - Wedding
  • State College, PA
  • Friday, December 11, 2009
  • 6:00PM - Private Party
  • Myerstown, PA
  • Saturday, December 12, 2009
  • 8:00PM - Private Party
  • Lexington, VA
  • Saturday, December 19, 2009
  • 7:00PM - Private Party
  • Orwigsburg, PA
  • Thursday, December 31, 2009
  • 9:00PM - Private Party
  • Wilkes-Barre, PA
  • Saturday, February 20, 2010
  • 6:30PM - Wedding
  • Bethlehem, PA
  • Saturday, April 17, 2010
  • 5:00PM - Wedding
  • York, PA
  • Saturday, May 22, 2010
  • 5:00AM - Wedding Reception
  • Minersville, PA
  • Sunday, May 30, 2010
  • 7:00PM - Wedding
  • Moosic, PA
  • Saturday, September 11, 2010
  • 6:00PM - Wedding Reception
  • Lansdale, PA
= Booked through GigMasters

Past Appearances

  • Saturday, November 21, 2009
  • 5:00PM - Private Party
  • Camp Hill, PA
  • Saturday, November 14, 2009
  • 6:00PM - Private Party
  • Reading, PA
  • Thursday, November 12, 2009
  • 7:00PM - Gerald Veasley's Jazz Base
  • Wyomissing, PA
  • Saturday, November 07, 2009
  • 6:00PM - Private Party
  • Newtown Square, PA
  • Saturday, October 31, 2009
  • 7:00PM - Lehigh Carbon Comm. Coll. Harvest Moon Dance
  • Macungie, PA
  • Saturday, October 24, 2009
  • 7:00PM - Wedding
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • Tuesday, October 20, 2009
  • 7:30PM - Private Party
  • Reading, PA
  • Saturday, October 10, 2009
  • 5:00PM - Wedding
  • Phoenixville, PA
  • Sunday, September 27, 2009
  • 5:00PM - Private Party
  • Williamsport, PA
  • Saturday, September 26, 2009
  • 5:00PM - Private Party
  • Reading, PA
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