Leo + Band in Burbank, CA

SEEKING

ABOUT

Leo Key residing in Burbank, CA.. Relocating to Las Vegas. Began a journey into what would become his life long love for music in Birmingham, Alabama. During his youth he was influenced by R&B, Gospel, Soul, Rock, Funk, Jazz, and Country.
Leo is a sought after session guitarist who has worked with Motown Records, MCA Records, Death Row Records, Ray Chu of "Saturday Night at the Apollo", "Chuck Rainey", "George Clinton", "The Patrice Rushen Band", Cedric Martin of “Confunkshun”, Thomas McClary of "The Commodores", Louis Johnson of "The Brothers Johnson", and many more.
His debut CD titled Leo Key Unlocked captures the essence of his musical roots. “Key has Unlocked an exceptional debut recording, establishing himself as a powerful singer, guitarist, and songwriter with a contemporary sound firmly rooted in the Blues tradition.” - Living Blues Magazine.
Testimonials:
I still hear students saying...
“Awesome, Awesome, and Awesome, they were great”!
Bobbie Harrison, Director, Student Programs, Richland College-Dallas, Texas
“Leo Key and his band always hit a grand slam with the audience”...Richard S. Pollack, President, Rainbow Entertainment Dallas, TX
“He’s no mere imitator, he adapts his various influences to contemporary themes without sounding beholding to them. His prowess on the various instruments he plays is admirable, and he is a vivd story teller.” David Whiteis - Living Blues Magazine..The Luv Zone
“Leo Key’s performance at O’Riley’s in Dallas was a great night. Good people, great music, and fun was had by all”...
Ted Brewster, Manager, O’Riley’s - Dallas, Texas
“Perceptive songwriting, terse and toneful guitar, and incredible vocals combined to make Unlocked an
impressing outing” - Blues Review...Leo Key Unlocked
“Key proves himself as a true Blues musician” - San Antonio Blues Society
“His music takes a basic blues rock template and adds in tasty flourishes from all over, no doubt influenced by his lengthy musical education. So, you’ll find jazz and fusion licks creeping in to the mainstream blues rock sound.” Alan - Blues Matters Magazine...Bridgend, UK...The Luv Zone

Screen name:

leo1745761

Member since:

Nov 17 2023

Active within 1 week

Level of commitment:

Very Committed

Years together:

10

Gigs played:

Over 100

Age:

40 years

Influences

Hendrix, Albert, B.B., Freddie King, Muddy Waters, Howlin' Wolf, Robert Johnson, Stevie Ray Vaughn, The Stones, Tina Turner, James Brown, etc., etc.

EQUIPMENT

Soundcraft Signature22 MTK
JBL PRX 15 Pair
JBL -PRX- LF 18" Sub
Shure SM 58's
Shure SM 57's
Shure Beta 52
Sennheizer 835-V/605*(Drum Mics)*
AT-2025 Condensers pair
Rode M5 Condenser Pair
XR 400-watt Monitor Amp
4- Floor Wedges
Chauvet LED Lighting System
50ft Audio Snake w/accessories

MUSIC