Big Bad Voodoo Daddy
April, 2019, marks the 26th anniversary of Big Bad Voodoo Daddy’s remarkable arrival onto the music scene. Since its formation in the early nineties in Ventura, California, the band has toured virtually nonstop, performing on average over 150 shows a year, and has produced a sizable catalog of recorded music, with sales of over 2 million albums to date. Early on, during their legendary residency at the Derby nightclub in Los Angeles, they reminded the world, in the midst of the grunge era no less, that it was still cool to swing. The band, cofounded by singer Scotty Morris and drummer Kurt Sodergren, was at the forefront of the swing revival of that time, blending a vibrant fusion of the classic American sounds of jazz, swing, and dixieland, with the energy and spirit of contemporary culture.
Big Bad Voodoo Daddy’s all original core line-up includes Scotty Morris (lead vocals and guitar), Kurt Sodergren (drums), Dirk Shumaker (double bass and vocals), Andy Rowley (baritone saxophone and vocals), Glen "The Kid" Marhevka (trumpet), Karl Hunter (saxophones and clarinet) and Joshua Levy (piano and arranger).
Big Bad Voodoo Daddy’s efforts to promote and revitalize swing music have taken shape as much more than a simple tribute. Taking inspiration from the creators of this uniquely American art form, the band’s original horn-infused music and legendary high energy show introduces the genre to a new and younger generation while remaining cognizant and
respectful of the music’s rich legacy.
Big Bad Voodoo Daddy's first phase of stardom featured an appearance in the 1996 indie film Swingers, a movie that not only launched the careers of Vince Vaughn and Jon Favreau, but introduced Big Bad Voodoo Daddy to an audience beyond their Los Angeles base. The band's music has appeared in countless films and television shows, including The Wild, Despicable Me, Phineas & Ferb, Friends, Third Rock From The Sun, Ally McBeal, and So You Think You Can Dance. They have appeared live on Dancing With The Stars, Late Night With Conan O’Brien, NBC’s Christmas in Rockefeller Center, The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, a remarkable seven appearances on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, and the Super Bowl XXXIII Halftime Show. The band has also appeared as special guests with many of the country's most distinguished symphony orchestras, and has performed for three U.S. Presidents.
After 26 years, 11 records, over 2900 live shows, and countless appearances in film and television, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy is showing no signs of slowing down, and is looking forward to sharing its music with new and old fans alike, in 2019.
Rumble King is an American rock n roll band formed in southern California in 1996. Lead by vocalist Aaron Deily and his acoustic piano, Scott Ramirez on tenor saxophone, Ulysses Gallegos on upright bass, Corey Miller on drums, and Johnny Main on Guitar.
The band established their place in music history during the rockabilly and swing revival of the late 90’s. Rooted in blues and early rock n roll, this piano and sax driven quintet gained regional and then national attention with their original songs and unique approach to arranging, recording, and performing without a guitar. Prior to their first recording, the band rehearsed with and wanted to include renowned blues singer and guitarist Johnny Main (The 44’s). Rumble King and The 44’s traveled on separate paths for almost two and half decades until circumstances and fate brought them full circle to the band’s current and originally intended line-up.
Aaron Deily has committed to performing on a genuine acoustic piano and continues to bring an upright piano to every show. The band’s determination to present their sound in a way that honors the roots that have proceeded them is uncompromising. Rumble King has released four LP’s, three EP’s, and dozens of singles. The band’s music and live performance has been showcased in multiple independent award-winning short films, television shows, and radio broadcasts. They have had successful residencies at Disneyland, Knotts Berry Farm, Las Vegas, and countless nightclubs.