WHISKEY FACE FRIDAY

CUMULUS ENTERTAINMENT PROUDLY PRESENTS.. WHISKEY FACE FRIDAY FEATURING: CARLOS JONES AND THE P.L.U.S. BAND WWW.CARLOSJONES.COM The iron-man of the reggae scene in Cleveland, Ohio is without question, Carlos Jones. Carlos journey is a history of Cleveland reggae itself. He started out as a sideman (percussion/vocals) with the band, I-Tal in the late 70s, then went on to be the front man for the rock/reggae group, First Light for 14 years. Now Carlos fronts the Peace Love Unity Syndicate, aka The PLUS Band, focusing on rootsier sounds and uplifting positive messages. In April of 2004, the bands first full length CD, Roots With Culture was released after much anticipation and it did not disappoint. Described in The Beat magazine as a powerful, 14-track collection of slinky grooves and thundering bass lines, Roots With Culture delivers a message of peace and harmony, with Jones heartfelt vocals leading the way, all wrapped in a production that can stand up to the best of them. It will undoubtedly, over time, become a staple in most reggae collections. (Chuck Foster - Reggae Update, The Beat Magazine Vol. 24, no.1, June 2005) Since their humble beginnings in 1995, Carlos, and his Peace, Love, Unity Syndicate (the PLUS Band) have matured as songwriters, musicians and performers, giving energetic and uplifting performances for an ever-expanding following, which spans generations. They have been voted best of in their category every year in the Scene and Free Times Music Awards, including being voted Best Live Act (overall) in Cleveland at the 2004 Scene Music Awards. And in 2007 The group was awarded permanent "All Star" status in the Free Times Music Awards, thus basically retiring their number. The PLUS Band maintains a hectic pace of gigging out at clubs, private events and festivals - playing 3-4 shows nearly every week. As a result, the band's soulful rhythms and heartfelt message have made it one of Cleveland's top draws for more than a decade. The band just released its second full length CD, Leave A Trail last year, and some of Carlos music is also featured on the soundtrack of a film which recently premiered at The Sundance Film Festival called North Starr. When asked about his plans for the future, hell simply tell you, The future is right now. I just want to keep on playing this music from my heart for as long as Im able to, and keep the positive vibration flowing for all those who can dig it, ya know? As long as I can continue to do what I love, what more could I want out of life? ALSO FEATURING: WANYAMA WWW.WANYAMABAND.COM Wanyama is an energizing band from Cleveland, Ohio that was formed during the summer of 2009. Playing stimulating reggae and hip-hop music the band started off playing house parties that always got a great turn out. Realizing the talent at hand the group played their first official concert at The Grog Shop in Cleveland Heights opening for reggae group The Movement. Since then Wanyama has played a plethora of shows all over North East Ohio while gaining a steady and ever growing fan base. Every show is filled with excitement, movement and audience involvement making theirs shows a personal experience. While putting a large emphasis on writing original music Wanyama draws influence from artists such as; Sublime, Slightly Stoopid, A Tribe Called Quest,The Roots, Michael Franti and Spearhead, and The Beastie Boys. Wanyamas fusion of Hip-hop and reggae is invigorating and guaranteed to get people up, dancing and having a good time. THUNDER ST. CLAIR WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/THUNDERSTCLAIR One of the most respected DJ's in the area. Thunder st. Clair A.K.A Dave Tucker has earned his way to the top through years of hard work, dedication and originality. He prides himself on his ability to rock the masses while always staying true to his roots. QUADROPHONIC DESPERATION WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/QUADROPHONICDESPERATION Quadrophonic Desperation was formed by Jeff, David, and Robert in the summer of 2008. Drawing on their mutual interest in classic and progressive rock the groups such as Pink Floyd, Black Sabbath, Yes, and others. The three focused on creating original music which combines the basic elements of 70's era progressive rock filtered through a raw, slightly left-of-center, approach. The group delivers a stage show which takes the audience on a aural journey, moving from lounge-style jazz one moment to a full-blown feedback driven excursion the next. The band has played throughout Ohio in a multitude of venue types. College bars, private parties, public fundraisers, and protest marches to name a few. The group was even chosen to open for ex-Hawkwind keyboardist Harvey Bainbridge. As well as live performances the group's music is also in rotation on several independent internet radio stations in the United States and Europe. The group has a do-it-yourself attitude when it comes to marketing, merchandising, and recording. Online advertising campaigns are created and directed by the group and all recording is done by them as well. They are also in possession of the master files of all their recording sessions. $2.99 WHISKEY WOBBLES ALL NIGHT LONG!! REGGAE / DUBSTEP / ROCK / HIP HOP / JAM AND LOTSA FUNKY SHIZNIT! LIMITED CAPACITY AVAILABLE / EARLY ARRIVAL RECOMMENDED VENUE: JB'S 244 N. WATER STREET KENT,OH $10 - 21+ $14 - 18+