Gwen Leaffe has been described as “relentless,” a “force of nature,” “multi-faceted” and “multi- talented.” As a singer and songwriter, she has been relentless in pursuit of excellence both live and in the recording studio since beginning her career at age 16.
Educated at world-renowned Interlocken Arts Academy and The Art Institute of Chicago, her voice and her lyrics have been informed by her American Indian heritage and her lifelong fight for social justice. Her multi-faceted voice with its uncommon range brings more than enough power to an R&B or uptempo jazz tune and yet adds nuance, an almost angelic subtlety, and new meaning to her own compositions as well as songs like Leon Russell’s “Song For You” and John Lennon’s “Imagine.”
Her lyrics are at once ear-pleasing and thought-provoking; she has an ear for melodies that draw the listener in and complement her voice in a unique and engaging way. She is a mesmerizing and highly entertaining live performer who can quiet a room with insights drawn from her singular and unusual life, lift spirits with inspiration and get the laughter started and keep it going with her gift for intelligent humor.
Whether powering a social justice musical program or simply singing songs – in French and Portuguese as well as English – that you want to hear, Gwen Leaffe always makes you glad you listened.
Chicago based metal band.
Band Members:
GARY GOLWITZER-Vocals, SCOTT NYQUIST & ROB NOON-Guitars, GARY MODICA-Bass, JAKE FROMKIN-Drums
https://www.reverbnation.com/wrath
“This band has continued to stay very, very, relevant despite the constant change of the Chicago atmosphere. Rapid paced riffage all bound by cutting edge voicing! This is what classic metal is all about!!!
Independent Live Review
“Forged from the embers of “Fit of Anger, “Nothing To Fear, & “Insane Society”, metal legends WRATH are set to breathe new fire into the metal landscape!! Buckle up, my friends..it’s gonna be a helluva ride!!!”
NEW WRATH COMING SOON!
His unique piano skill & trumpet style has entertained audiences at shows throughout the world. As well as leading his own touring band, he has performed with some of the best musicians of rock, country, & jazz.
Toss into a big pot one monster drum master, a solid bassman, a right-on rhythm player, the saxiest of sax man and the smoothest guitar bluesmaster around and what do you get? A tightly-knit group with roots in the Blues, R&B, Rock and Soul with just a touch of dreadlock.
“Hunting elephants in America” is an Appleton band performing original music taking from Soul, Jazz, Blues, Folk, and Punk and many many many other influences creating a new inventive sound that they are happy to share!
“I am a 17 year old singer/songwriter currently living in California but native to Wisconsin. I’ve been playing music professionally since the age of 13. My genre is a mix of folk, americana, blues, soul, pop, and r&b. After moving to California, I attended the Los Angeles County High School For The Arts. I am now traveling back and forth between Wisconsin and California recording and performing. I have one demo out called “1 hour, 1 Take.” My first EP “Wisconsin St.” will be released very soon!
I’ve been surrounded by music my entire life. My Dad has been a musician since he was very young. He performed with a horn band named Big Mouth around Wisconsin for many years. I’d always go to his shows and imagine myself doing the same thing when I got older. I started playing music at age 11, and began playing gigs at 13. I’m a self taught musician.
Over the years I have played many shows including Mile Of Music in Appleton Wisconsin, East West Music Fest, Pig and Whistle in Hollywood CA, and other private and public events in LA, and Wisconsin.”
His unique piano skill & trumpet style has entertained audiences at shows throughout the world. As well as leading his own touring band, he has performed with some of the best musicians of rock, country, & jazz.
Howling at the Moon, based out of Appleton, Wisconsin, delivers the blues, blues rock, with some funk and twang.
“We met at a party in Madison. People told us we looked like a band, so we started one a few days later.”
The Lately is a high-energy indie rock outfit built around memorable songwriting and a muscular rhythm section. The band avoids the pomp and pretentiousness the permeates the genre—focusing instead on boisterous hooks and raucous celebration. The unique voice of Samuel and melodic guitar work of Ryan has earned the band radio play throughout the country, while the focused songwriting and rowdy stage show has earned them the respect of fans and contemporaries.
“We’re really just out to prove that rock and roll can be fun and still be clever and sophisticated,” explains Samuel, a sentiment the band thrives on.
His unique piano skill & trumpet style has entertained audiences at shows throughout the world. As well as leading his own touring band, he has performed with some of the best musicians of rock, country, & jazz.