ARTISTS
Tony Saunders
Tony Saunders’ life story could be the script to a hit movie. Son of legendary keyboardist and composer Merl Saunders, Tony’s life has been a musical adventure.
As a child he was taught piano by Herbie Hancock, and for his tenth birthday he was gifted an electric organ from Sly Stone.
The Rainforest Band
The Rainforest Band is a collaboration between guitarist Vernon Black, bassist, Tony Saunders and keyboardist Sylvester Burks. The inspiration for the group came from the original Rainforest Band formed by Merl Saunders (Tony’s dad), featuring Jerry Garcia. .
ROCK HENDRICKS
Rock Hendricks, sax man extraordinaire, has one of the most recognizable sounds in the contemporary jazz scene. As part of Paul Hardcastle and The Jazz Masters he has recorded 10 albums, which have yielded over 15 #1 Contemporary Jazz hits. His smooth and sexy style has become a staple of the Hardcastle sound.
ASHLING COLE
Ashling Cole, also known as Biscuit, has been hailed as one of the hottest female vocalists to come out of San Francisco in years. Her legendary live performances take the audience on a musical journey, spiritually and emotionally. Ashling has toured with bassist Larry Graham as the lead singer of Graham Central Station, and has also graced the stage and recorded with musical icons like The Rolling Stones, Carlos Santana, Bootsy Collins, Marcus Miller, Dave Koz, Chris Botti.
KEYSTONE REVISTED
Keystone Revisited celebrates the music of Jerry Garcia and Merl Saunders, the famous duo who are widely credited with creating the concept of the “jam band.” Performing as Merl Saunders & Jerry Garcia, Reconstruction and Legion of Mary, Garcia and Saunders were at the forefront of the jam band era.