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Merge
Description: Merge is a new rock band serving the metro Detroit area.

Most recently, the band performed September 2004 at the Richmond Good Ole Days festival. The band in various forms has played Richmond for the past 7 years.

Formerly known as Opie's Dream, the founding members of Merge are bassist/vocalist Pete Costantino, drummer/vocalist Rick Hren, and keyboardist/vocalist Bruce Karry. More recent additions to the group are lead vocalist Lisa Porter, guitarist/vocalist Michael Galvan, and guitarist/bassist Tom Steger.

The group features music from the 50's, 60's, 70's, 80's, 90's as well as current material. A songlist and a major update to the band website are scheduled for late September 2004.

Added on: 19-Sep-2004 Hits: 270
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The Lap Dogz
Description: High energy cover band with an all star cast.
Added on: 22-Oct-2004 Hits: 284
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The Strait
Description: The Strait have been a performing Michigan band for more than 10 years. We play a wide range of music from classic rock to R & B. Parties and special events are our specialty. We deliver good music and good fun.
Added on: 13-Dec-2004 Hits: 336 Rating: 10 (1 Vote)
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Hukster
Description: Formed in the fall of 2003, Hukster has quickly gained a reputation as a high-energy, crowd-pleasing band, performing both originals as well as a wide variety of cover tunes. With a unique blend of superb female and male lead vocals, shredding guitar work and a rock solid rhythm section, Hukster has already acquired a strong following in the Lansing bar scene, recently becoming a crowd favorite at 621, on Michigan Avenue. Hukster’s strength is found in the diverse musical background of its members, the variety of songs in their repertoire, and the energy, fun and charisma the band brings to the stage. If your bar crowd is hankering for a band that can tear the roof off the joint, Hukster is sure to please.
Added on: 23-Dec-2004 Hits: 278 Rating: 10 (3 Votes)
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HABITUAL
Description: Michigan natives Chad Griffin, Jordan Cowen, Jake Larson, and Andy Jacobs have pooled their talents to create a rock band that has broken records in the SE Michigan area. The four members have been performing together since August 2002, when they played their first gig at Sunny's Campground in Wauseon, Ohio. Prior to that Jacobs, Cowen and Griffin played parties together and got together for impromptu jam sessions. The group had booked the gig at Sunny's and needed a bass player. Larson, who had jammed from time to time with Jacobs, switched from guitar, which he's played for 17 years, to bass two weeks prior to the gig and since has continued as the band's bass player as well as providing background vocals. Jacobs plays drums and splits lead vocals with Griffin, who plays rhythm guitar. Cowen plays lead guitar and also contributes background vocals as well as a lead vocal or two. "It's hard, in a small community, to find four guys who are musically talented on different instruments and all are on the same page," said Jacobs. Since their first gig in 2002, Habitual has been booked and rebooked at local venues. The group plays a mix of '60s, '70s, '80s, '90s, and current music that appeals to a wide audience and Cowen said their performances are high energy. "We make it a show..." said Cowen. It's the immediate chemistry that Jacobs and the others believe has helped the band to early success. The four, who are all in their mid-20s, have grown up in the area and have known each other for years. "We don't want to be the kind of band where we just know each other as guys in the band. We hang out together. We go camping. We go on road trips. We're average Joes," said Griffin.
"One nice thing," added Larson, "is that most of us have been friends or have known each other since kindergarten. Growing up around here, we have a built in fan base that loves to see us up there as much as we love to be up there." Individually, each member has more than 10 years of individual playing experience and all are self-taught. This is the first time any of the four has been a member of a band. Jacobs said the group has come a long way since its first gig, and each member as well as the group as a whole has improved with each performance. "I just think that every time we play we get better. We think that and people tell us that," said Larson. As word of mouth has spread, the band is performing more frequently. Jacobs said the most difficult part of playing so frequently now is that time to get together and practice is limited. All four have full-time day jobs. The group is working toward creating an album of original works and to get bookings in other areas. Currently, much of the band's time is devoted to learning new music to keep shows fresh. "We've come a long way in a short time," said Jacobs. To learn more about the band and its upcoming gigs visit the Habitual website at www.habitualband.com.

Added on: 01-Jan-2005 Hits: 447 Rating: 7 (372 Votes)
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THIRD EDITION
Description: Third Edition is made up of seven talented musicians from the Detroit area all of whom performed with major groups during either the 60's, 70's or 80's. We call our musical style "Classy Rock".
Added on: 06-Jan-2005 Hits: 291 Rating: 10 (3 Votes)
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Power Source Popular

Description: This six-piece band plays all rock formats from Led Zeppelin to Nirvana to Audioslave to Nickelback and from Heart to Tina Marie to Sheryl Crow to Evanescence and everything in between.

Energized with two guitars, keyboards, bass, skins, male and female lead vocalists and four-part harmonies these experienced and skilled performers showcase ole' school rock concerts with a blend of dance numbers that are sure to please people of all ages and preferred rock genres.

Power Source is best summarized as high voltage rock and roll played with style and grace.

Added on: 20-Jan-2005 Hits: 595 Rating: 7 (275 Votes)
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Hanover Fist
Description: Classic through Alternative Dance and Radio Hits
Alice in Chains, Lenny Kravits, Jet, Cream, AC/DC, Saliva, Kid Rock, Hoobastank, Audioslave, STP, ZZ Top, Zeppelin, Nickelback, Hendrix, Default, Godsmack
Added on: 31-Jan-2005 Hits: 280 Rating: 10 (1 Vote)
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Saints of Sin
Description: Former "Force of Habit" members, Rod, Steve, and Vince have kept the Faith since the break up of the aforementioned group, and have recruited a new singer by the name of Aaron, who, seems to fit in like a glove. These guys are some of the tightest musicians I've ever seen, and they now call themselves....."Saints of Sin" or, S.O.S. for short. If You hear the name, go check 'em out!!!!
Added on: 12-Feb-2005 Hits: 224
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midnightblue
Description: “PLAYING THE WIDEST VARIETY OF DANCE MUSIC IN THE AREA”
*****ROCK TO DISCO TO COUNTRY TO BLUES TO POP*****
Midnight Blue is a conglomeration of four totally different people whose love for music and to entertain has formed a deep friendship and a solid unit. The Midnight Blue Variety Dance Band is well known for keeping dance floors packed all night in Indiana and Michigan. Bringing in each members diverse musical influence has created the Midnight Blue sound. We as a band have put in countless hours of sweat and tears to put together a tight and polished product. Midnight Blue plays the best dance and sing-a-long songs from the 1960’s all the way to current top 40 hits. We also have a growing list of our own original music. Being very serious about our music and performance, our main objective is for everyone to have as much fun as possible. The key to being a great band is getting the people out on the dance floor. We pride ourselves in having the music that will “get the people up.” Our show consists of three 70 minutes sets with special games and prizes for the audience. Our solid beat, hit songs, zany antics and crowd participation guarantees a rockin’ good time.
Added on: 02-Mar-2005 Hits: 238
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