Returning to Shanghai
As many of you know, I’ve been searching for a lineup for a return trip to the House of Blues and Jazz this summer. Without further delay, I present to you..
THE SOULCASTERS.
On vocals, Dana Shellmire
Dana Shellmire is an American Rhythm & Blues singer, composer, dancer, bassist, and visual artist from Los Angeles, California. Blessed with a remarkable talent and stage presence, she leads her own professional live band & creative lab in Boston (After School Kids) and has toured and recorded extensively throughout the USA, Canada, Europe and Asia with an array of International Blues, Jazz, Soul, Gospel, Rock & Roll and Acoustic acts. Dana was most recently featured in Boston as a vocalist in “The Rock & Roll Supergroup with Chuck Berry,” alongside world-famous band mates: Chad Smith (Red Hot Chili Peppers), Chuck Leavell (Rolling Stones), Simon Kirke (Bad Company/Free), Marc Orrell (Dropkick Murphys), Barry Goudreau (Boston), James Montgomery, Jeff “Skunk” Baxter (Steely Dan), Woody Giessman (The Del Fuegos), and Ricky Byrd (Joan Jett).
In addition to her vocal chops, she also happens to be one of the nicest people you will ever meet. Her radiant personality is contagious!
Check out the embedded player below to hear some samples of her singing.
On drums, Maxwell Zemanovic:
At twenty-four, G. Maxwell Zemanovic has established himself as a consummate touring/session percussionist and clinician. Having completed performance and clinic tours of the United States, Canada and Australia by age seventeen, the Massachusetts native was bound for a life of musical expedition. Music to which Maxwell has contributed has reached global audiences, appearing on records that have been heard on American television networks including MTV, E!, ESPN and FOX. As a clinician, Max has conducted private and group workshops throughout the country, most notably at Boston’s Berklee College of Music. He currently resides in Brooklyn, New York.
Max is also one of the nicest and most engaging people you will ever meet.
On bass, Christopher Sublette
Chris Sublette is a bassist who will be graduating Berklee College of Music this May. He has studied with teachers rooted in the traditions of jazz and R&B and is proficient on upright and electric bass. He grew up in Kansas City playing bluegrass and traditional country and upon moving to Boston in 2005 he started making a name for himself in Boston’s music scene. Now, Chris hones his craft at esteemed Blues and R&B clubs in the greater Boston area and is well known for his great attitude and dedication to his art.
Chris also happens to be one of the nicest, genuine and enthusiastic people you will ever meet.
On piano, Gabriel Guerrero
New York based Colombian pianist/composer Gabriel Guerrero is a classical trained pianist / composer who comes from a new generation of contemporary musicians emerging in the Jazz scene. Addressing music for its drive, direction and roots rather than styles, Gabriel has gone from South American rhythms, Contemporary Improvisation, Avant Garde to the traditions of Be-Bop and Jazz. Gabriel exalts his music with a high understanding of its roots bringing his experience and diversity to the table. Having started piano at age five, giving concerts and TV appearances at age nine, Gabriel has performed in Jazz Festivals in South America and USA and is a high demand musician in the scene today.
what’s up with pianist??
I got one (and a good one at that!)!
Hey Mike,
Congratulations! Dana’s voice is great!
Sofie and I will try to find a nice name for your new band …
Looking forward to hear and see you again,
Ludwig
Thanks Ludwig! I was just thinking about you the other day. I look forward to seeing you, too!
Best,
Mike
Hi Mike, hope you are all fine & welcome back to Shanghai!
We guys patron at B & J are expecting Mike Null great music.
Better city of Shanghai now, see u soon!