The Konsept Party Band
R&B Funk, Motown,
Old & New School, Latin
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B i o g r a p h y
The Konsept Party Band has captured the public's attention since they first arrived on the music scene in 2011. This 7-piece band make a lasting impression, their soulful renditions of classics from Motown Era up to the present R&B, Funk, Old School, Latin, guaranteed to keep the crowd happy on any occasion So, "Don't hesitate to make your next party a Konsept Party Band Party!!
The Konsept's passion and love for music has been the key to their success over the years. The Konsept Party Band members have a very strong desire to play music and perform. Their goal is to provide fun, and professional musical entertainment to all audience and genders. "We love what we do and it shows in our performances" This Band Brings high energy with every performance, smooth and soulful multi harmonies with each musician bringing out the best sound from their instruments, to satisfy the audience to the mood of the music. The KPB will make sure you, and your guest have a wonderful party experience! Each member has more the 30 years of experience. The Konsept Party Band performs recognizable music/songs clients and fans states: "The Konsept Party Band sound is much like the original artist, but with a style of their own."
Odys Burns: Guitar & background vocals Also founder, Musical Director of The KPB
Lead guitar & background vocals, Odys is known as being one of the baddist guitarist in the bay area. Odys has performed at the Golden State Warriors games, and performed with En Vogue the R&B female vocal group, percussionist Ren'e Escovedo in the Curtis Mayfield Superfly Tribute show, also with musical director & producer James Early, now he's performing with Danny Thomas, and Eric EQ Young, the original members of Con Funk Shun. Just recently Odys played guitar for the Mary Jane Girls and has performed for many other well known great artist. The man can really make his guitar talk!! Catch a live performance and see for yourself!! If you love funk in your ear, he's sure to bring it!!.
Collette Burns: Band Leader:
Lead & background vocalist:
Collette is a powerhouse vocalist and the perfect front woman for the Konsept Party Band! With over 20 years of experience in the music industry, she has shared the stage with recording artist Vesta Williams and Trace Ellington of the Duke Ellington Family. Collette is also experienced in studio sessions and has worked with recording artists such as Brown Mark, and performed with Mallia Franklin from the Funkadelic's. She has also performed in Motown shows and other great events, delivering amazing performances as Gladys Knight and Aretha Franklin. Join the Konsept Party Band to experience the ongoing tribute performances of The Queen of Soul!
Bass
Dale Whitmore
Dale is a self-taught bassist whose playing is rooted in a raw intuitive approach to groove and funk. Free from the constraints of formal training, he developed a deep "big-ear" style learning directly from the records- absorbing the language of 1960's rhythm and blues and the heavy pockets of the 1970's funk! over a career spanning more the 55 years, Dale has recorded and performed with Bay Area Jimmy Mccracklin and Sugar Pie, DeSanto and has backed iconic artist including Solomon Burke, Lowell Fulson, Rufus Thomas, & Carla Thomas among many others.
Whether laying down a rock solid root-note foundation or weaving in melodic fills, Dale's playing is guiding by one principle above all else,
THE FEEL OF THE MUSIC
Keyboards
Emby:
Lead & Background Vocals
Lead and background vocals. Emby is known on stage because of his soulful and jazzy sounds he plays on his keyboards, and he plays very close to the originals as well. Emby has mastered his knowledge as being a great musical director.
Keyboards
Dana Withers:
Lead & Background Vocals
Lead and background vocals, Dana has performed throughout the bay area with great local bands, Dana and Odys has performed together at the Golden State Warriors games. Dana also loves to interact with the crowd, he brings a lot of fun throughout The KPB shows, and It’s a pleasure to have him!
Drums /Vocalist
Andre E. Preston
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Chicago Born Andre Preston is a multitalented and versatile Bay Area musician and artist who came to the bay Area via New York City at the age of 12. The son of a musician and grandson of two professional dancers. Andre began playing musical instruments at the age of 8 beginning with a small electric organ, and making his own drum-set form items around the house. Andre began playing professionally in 1982 with Oakland-based traveling Voices gospel/jazz ensemble, and has consistently performed with many Bay Area 's most polished local bands and some higher end venues including Oracle Arena, Golden State Warriors, Paramount Theater, Black film makers, Hall of Fame, Kamala Harris Presidential campaign event (Oakland City Hall) and has toured the Mediterranean and Far East
with Japan- based singer Brenda Vaughn. Andre is known for bring that funky flair to the stage with iye catching attire!
Lead & Background Vocals Jambi
Lead and background vocals, Jambi's energy reflects throughout the room Harmonizing, with different vocal ranges, he has it all down