Get down, get funky! Classic rock ‘n roll, soulful motown, sizzling rhythm and blues, jazzy swing, heartfelt country, rockabilly, surf rock, high-energy party music and dance-‘til- you-drop disco. Two full days of dynamite music for fans of all musical styles transform downtown Mountain View into the Bay Area’s entertainment hot-spot during the Art & Wine Festival, September 6-7 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Castro Street. Twelve big-name bands with all the moves and all the grooves play a wide-ranging musical mix on stage and street.
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The Bell Brothers
Daddy-O
Take 2
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The Bell Brothers will get the party started with heartfelt country music. Brothers Russ and Scott Bell grew up singing together and were heavily influenced by Willie Nelson, Keith Urban, the Rascal Flatts, Alabama and the Eagles. With an unmistakable smooth harmony, they explore life’s emotional peaks and valleys through their music. The duo’s original song “Break these Chains” will delight Keith Urban fans with its similar heavy poetic quality mixed with a catchy country beat. “Break These Chains” speaks of living life to the fullest and letting go of fear.
Daddy-O will delight rockabilly fans of all ages with ‘50s and ‘60s favorites including “La Bamba,” “Tequila,” “Surfin’ USA,” “Wipe Out” and “Summertime Blues.” From the Beach Boys to the Beatles, Elvis to Roy Orbison, Richie Valens to Buddy Holly, festivalgoers will be dancing nonstop. “We keep learning and we don’t do the same show every time,” said Daddy-O pianist and band co-leader Regi Rockinelli. “My favorite song is ‘High School Confidential’ by Jerry Lee Lewis. We have such a wide audience –– little kids will be dancing and old kids too!” Since 1970, the group’s show has included dance instruction of the Hand Jive and the Twist as well as special “guest appearances” by Austin Powers (“Yeah, baby!”), Sonny and Cher, Marilyn Monroe and Mick Jagger.
Put on your dancing shoes and groove to the funky beat of Take 2. The band prides itself on never lip synching, although their fans probably will be doing just that to favorites by Madonna, Gwen Stefani, Modern English, Nickelback, U2, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Hall & Oats and the B52s. “We want to knock you off your feet,” said singer Karen Ross. “We play upbeat dance music and have been together about 15 years. We like to think of ourselves as the ultimate party band.” Take 2 has hundreds of house favorites in its repertoire from the 1970s through today’s pop hits. The band has worked closely with the Beach Boys, Richard Marx, Rick Springfield and Tesla.
Black Pearl
The Garage Band
The Cool Jerks
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Who doesn’t love a little rock ‘n’ roll? There’s a hidden rock star in just about everyone. San Jose’s phenomenally-gifted Black Pearl will be rocking and rolling the audience in a big way with classic rock hits by the Doors, Rolling Stones, Tom Petty, Eric Clapton, the Eagles, Beatles and Crosby, Stills and Nash. Inspired by the movie “Pirates of the Caribbean,” Black Pearl is wildly energetic. “We expect everyone to dance,” said drummer Dan Orloff. “Our slogan is ‘roll till you’re old, rock till you drop’.”
The Garage Band has built a devoted fan base with their tight, eclectic sounds ranging from classic rock to Motown to funk. Raise your hands to “Shout,” groove to “Mustang Sally” and twirl to “Brown Eyed Girl.” “We play so many different types of music,” said female lead vocalist Mary Ellen Duell. “We play everything from the Temptations to the Motels to James Brown. We have been together for 20 years, but everybody gets to stretch and do things they enjoy.” With strong vocals and accomplished musicians, the Garage Band is sure to rock the crowd.
The Cool Jerks deliver top-shelf motown, r&b, soul, and swing from every era. Known for energetic vocals, funky dance moves, the coolest rhythm around and a sizzling horn section, this dynamic, nine-member band plays a wide range of songs and styles ranging from the the Godfather of Soul, James Brown, The Pointer Sisters, Kool and the Gang, Donna Summer, Al Green, Stevie Wonder, Tower of Power, Brian Adams, Rick James and Elton John. Dubbed the “best soul band this side of Detroit”, The Cool Jerks bring it home as the foot stompin’, bootie shakin’, Motown lovin’ finale.
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Emerson
Dreamroad
Verlene Schermer
Bob Culbertson
HeartStrings Music
Ancient Winds
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Beyond the main stage you will find a world of talented street musicians. With his special blend of soft jazz, rhythm and blues, and a touch of country, Emerson and the Growiser Band is a rare treat for music lovers. His deep, gentle voice takes the listener back to a time when you where sitting in Grandpa's lap on the porch swing, and his original, vibrant beats and melodies will get your heart and feet wanting to dance along. Savor the romantic music of Dreamroad, with wind player Laura Bryant and keyboardist Max Gutierrez. This San Mateo duo uses lush flutes, recorders, keyboards and hammered dulcimer to create beautiful and spiritual melodies that reflect a diverse cultural heritage. Harpist Verlene Schermer brings her unique blend of playful, soothing, and spirit into every tune, from traditional Celtic to her own compositions. She plays harp at El Camino and Stanford Hospitals and in concerts throughout the United States and Europe.
Bob Culbertson creates his music on the Chapman stick, a guitar-like stringed instrument designed to be tapped, not strummed or plucked. Culbertson has mastered the acoustic version of this instrument, displaying ferocious technique with the command of a virtuoso and capturing the rich warm sound of the instrument. Al Fabrizio of
HeartStrings Music still recalls his childhood in Italy and the heartwarming melodies his father used to play on the old mandolin. Now he is recreating those melodies himself with his “tremolo” style on the Neapolitan mandolin, accompanied by his partner Hugo Wainzinger on the guitar. Jose Cabezas of
Ancient Winds plays his own unique compositions on handmade flutes, touching the hearts and souls of everyone who sees him. His music is soft and gentle, mysterious and haunting, inspired by the cultures of the United States and his native Ecuador.
MOUNTAIN VIEW ART & WINE FESTIVAL
MUSIC SCHEDULE
MUSIC STAGE
(IN CIVIC CENTER PLAZA)
Saturday, September 6
11:00 AM to 12:30 PM — The Bell Brothers
1 PM to 2:30 PM –– Daddy-O
3 PM to 5:30 PM — Take 2
Sunday, September 7
11:00 AM to 12:30 PM — Black Pearl
1 PM to 2:30 PM — The Garage Band
3 PM to 5:30 PM — The Cool Jerks
STREET LOCATIONS (All Weekend)
Ancient Winds (Evelyn Ave.)
Bob Culbertson (Villa St.)
Emerson & The Growiser Band (California St.)
Dreamroad (California St.)
Verlene Schermer (Church St.)
HeartStrings Music (High School Way)
