Buzz Ullrich
Trombone, Trumpet, Vocals
Gary Morris
Drums
Brenda Oberle
Lead Vocal, Piano
Dwain McAfee
Trumpet, Vocals, Keyboards
Steve McCann
Congas,Percussion,Vocals
LINKS TO OTHER BANDS & WEBSITES
- SUPPORT LIVE MUSIC-
Fundamentals www.fundamentalsband.com
Smooth n' Blue Band
Gary and former members Rick Gasparin & Bob Hagler are part of these bands based out of Springfield, IL
Vigor Mortis Band www.vigormortisband.com
Dwain supplies keys and trumpet for this rock/rhythm/blues 60s/70s band out of Taylorville, IL
Alton Symphony Orchestra www.altonsymphonyorchestra.org
Steve & Gary add their talents to the percussion section of the Symphony Orchestra in Alton/Godrey, iL
Heritage Community Band https://mycommunityband.org
Gary and others participate in this concert band from the Gillespie, Staunton, Mt. Olive area
Soul Experience Band www.soulexperienceband.com
Larry is also the trombonist for this hot new soul band out of Springfield, IL
UIS Jazz Ensemble www.uis.edu/music/music-ensembles/jazz-ensemble/
Larry and Duston are members of the University of Illinois/Springfield Jazz Ensemble
Deutschmeister Brass Band http://germanband.com
Buzz is a long time member of this popular authentic German Band from St. Louis, Mo
Scrap Iron & Gold www.facebook.com/Scrap-Iron-and-gold-200522766631605/
Brenda adds her vocal and keyboard talents to this gospel/bluegrass group from Hillsboro, IL
American Federation of Musicians www.afm.org
Several Big Shake Daddies members are proud members of AFM Local 98 !
Cinco Sin Nombre
Duston, John, and Gary are all part of this Central Illinois group also known as "CSN"
John Lanzerotte
Lead Guitar, Vocals
Big Shake Daddies
Current Lineup:
Brenda Oberle
lead vocals, backing vocals, piano,
Gary Morris
drums, sound
Steve McCann
congas, percussion, lead & bkg vocals
Dwain McAfee
trumpet, flugelhorn, organ, backing vocals
Max Slazinik
baritone, alto, tenor saxophones,
arrangements, bass guitar
Larry Black
trombone
Buzz Ullrich
trombone, trumpet, lead & backing vocals
Duston Suits
bass guitar, woodwinds
John Lanzerotte
Guitar, lead & backing vocals
Albert Oberle
sound tech
Max Slazinik
Bari, Tenor, Alto Saxophones
Larry Black
Trombone
Big Shake Daddies
have provided high-energy music for hundreds of events. From street festivals, fairs, receptions, parties, beer tents, grandstand entertainment, corporate events, car shows, and clubs.
Wide variety includes Soul, Rock, Motown, Rhythm & Blues, Classic Rock-n-Roll, and other music you remember!
The band features the talented Brenda Oberle as vocalist, backed up by a wall of horns, and a veteran rhythm section . Professional, affordable, and memorable!!
If you want more band, with more variety for your event, just check our song list. Or better yet, ask our fans or those who have booked us before.
LIVE MUSIC IS YOUR BEST ENTERTAINMENT VALUE
Former Members and/or frequent guests of Big Shake Daddies:
Rick Gasparin, guitar, vocals
Bob Hagler, bass guitar
Todd Anderson, co-founder, guitar, keys, trombone
Jerry Werner, bass guitar
Don Sellers, tenor sax
Ben Coan, bass guitar
Rob Buchanan, drums
Terry Mosser, keyboards
Mike Dean, trombone
Melissa Andrews, vocals
Linda Wilson, vocals
Scott Fisher, percussion/drums
Steve Brame, guitar & vocals
Kris Pineda, piano & trombone
Troy Morris, bass guitar
Mark Dawson, bass guitar
John Clark, piano & vocals
Alexis Rogers, guitar
Duston Suits
Bass Guitar, Woodwinds