ABOUT
We are a high energy dance band based in Orlando. We play smooth r&b, classic soul,funk,disco and motown. The band was founded by Ed Smith who is also the band leader and manager. The band consist of (5) talented musicians with over (70) years of collective expereinces. We play for private parties, corporate events, family reunions, anniversaries, school reunions, festivals, Restaurant/Bars as well as weddings. For those of you who are singers, we are available as a back up band for a negotiable fee.
Note: We have just regrouped after covid and we have (2) new members. Follow us on and at .afterhourband
- Screen name:
- ed1067569
- Member since:
- May 08 2015
- Active within 1 month
- Level of commitment:
- Very Committed
- Years together:
- 8
- Tend to practice:
- 2-3 times per week
- Age:
- 73 years
Influences
All funk, soul and r&b groups from the 60s, 70s, 80s and 90s.
We are also heavily influenced by Kool and the Gang.Therefore, we cover many of their songs such as Ladies night, Get down on it, Celebration, Cherish, Funky stuff, Hollywood Swinging, Summer madness, Jungle Boogie, Fresh, Joanna, Too hot, Let's go dancing and more.
Members Of Band
Ed Smith (Rhythm Guitar and Vocals)
Angelo "Ace" Carrasquillo (Lead Guitar, Percussions and Vocals)
Curtis "Tiss" Young (Drummer and Vocals)
Phil "Kool" Daughtery (Keyboards, Percussions and Vocals)
Eddie Thompson (Bass)
EQUIPMENT
We have our own air conditioned rehearsal studio with all top of the line professional equipment and P.A.sound system. Our rehearsal equipment is stationary and never leaves the studio.
