Singer / Front person wanted for variety band (Upstate, SC)
Hot As A Pepper, a well-established Upstate SC based variety dance band is looking to fill the spot of lead vocalist / front person.
We’re in search of the best and most versatile singer to fill this position.
The band covers upbeat and danceable songs from the 60s to current, across many genres, including Pop, Top 40, Rock, Disco, R&B, Funk, Carolina Beach and more. We also have a forthcoming CD of originals.
Artists we current cover include Prince, Lady Gaga, Michael Jackson, Peter Gabriel, Lizzo, Bruno Mars, Van Morrison, A Taste of Honey, Etta James, The Foundations, Rick James, Justin Timberlake, Maroon 5, Daft Punk, DNCE, Chairmen of the Board, Temptations, Earth Wind & Fire, Kool & The Gang, KC & The Sunshine Band, B52s, etc.
The band plays frequently at bars, clubs, private and corporate events, fundraisers, weddings and festivals, mostly around the Upstate, with a strong desire to focus more on events/festivals in the future.
If you are interested in playing 4 to 10 shows a month, mostly on the weekends in the Upstate, and want to work hard to be the best, with weekly rehearsals, then we want to hear from you!
Please send links of your videos and/or audio, as well as photos and make sure you send a bio or tell us about yourself.
**PLEASE DO NOT CALL – JUST SEND INFO TO HELP US LEARN ABOUT YOU FIRST!**
Auditions will be held at our Simpsonville based studio.
All the cliche and typical requirements, wants and needs apply:
• Professional appearance, attitude and gear.
• Reliable transportation.
• Know how to read a clock and can be on time to rehearsals and shows.
• Have reasonable communication skills and check your email/text.
• No vices that negatively impact your performance or relationships with venues or band members.
If you play an instrument – bonus!
If you are adept at promoting and building relationships – bonus!
If you are interested in collaborating on originals – bonus!
Things to know:
• We are a variety band that performs DANCE ORIENTED music. While we might go outside that box, most music is upbeat, fun and funky.
• We do not use floor monitors – you will be using Sennheiser in-ear monitor system with your own mix.
• You WILL be expected to arrive early and stay late to assist with load-in/out.
• Rehearsals are not optional.
• New music will be added at each rehearsal.
Thanks for your interest!
Send materials/links to:Email: johnmhoyt@gmail.com
Text : 864-979-1224
Find more information about us:
HotAsAPepper.com
Facebook.com/HotAsAPepper
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facebook.com/JohnMHoyt