David Logeman spent 25 years bringing the music of the beach to thousands by touring with the great harmony groups of Jan&Dean and the Beach Boys. Over the years, David has met many of the musicians and singers who tour with Jimmy Buffet. Margaritaville is a state of mind – relaxing on a tropical beach, warm sand between your toes, cool drink in your hand, shrimp beginnin’ to boil. The Coral Paradise band transports you to this special place with its Jimmy Buffet and Caribbean Show. Continue reading
Category Archives: Tropical
Bill Shreeve Bands
Instrumental and vocal jazz at its finest, featuring Bill Shreeve on soprano, alto, and tenor saxophones and flute. A three to seven piece band featuring classic standards to contemporary jazz and original material, this band showcases some of Southern California’s finest musicians. Continue reading
The West Coast Band
Ride the wave with The West Coast Band of music professionals as they conjure up the unique West Coast beach sound at your next event!
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Polynesian Paradise
The Polynesian Paradise Dancers troupe prides itself on providing vibrant, high-energy and authentic Polynesian entertainment to audiences of all ages. Since its inception, PPD has group by leaps and bounds, taking their show all over the world. Continue reading
Polynesia Pride
Polynesia Pride is a San Diego based dance company specializing in the songs and dances of four of the major Polynesian Islands, French Polynesia (Tahiti), Hawaii, Samoa and Aotearoa (New Zealand).
The group prides itself on the authenticity of its entertainment, costuming and passion of its entertainers. Offering floor shows, live background music, lei making demonstrations, hula lessons, and fire knife performance. If you are looking for a cultural entertainment that is authentic and fun, you’ve come to the right place. We proudly represent the tropics!
Steel Sunsations
Solo Steel Pannist Chris offers a laid-back beach party vibe for entertaining with live steel drum and vocals; and his custom backing tracks.
Desi
Need some Hawaiian style music without the big band feel?
Desi is perfect for private events. Bringing his smooth Hawaiian sound along with his guitar and voice makes you feel like you are on the big island. From Jack Johnson to Colbie Caillat Desi has an eclectic list of songs that he can perform. We all could use a little relaxing, Hawaiian music from time to time. Why not at your next event?
- Sweet Leilani/Blue Hawaii 3:39
- Lei Momi 2:38
- Eh Huli Makou 2:52
- I'll remember you 3:40
- Ku'uhome O Kahalu'u/Ku'ulei Awapuhi 7:01
- Hawaiian War Chant 2:22
- Flying 3:43
- Guava Jelly 2:54
- Lei Nani 3:09
- Nohe Pai Pai 2:54
Sounds of Paradise Steel Drum
Enjoy the “Sounds of Paradise” band.
Corey Ritter – Sounds of the Caribbean
A native of Orange County, Corey received his degree in music for both classical and commercial. He has played professionally for the past 15 years, including the house sound for Tommy Bahama’s Tropical Cafe, on El Paseo in Palm Desert for the past 10 years.
Urban Dread Reggae Band
Urban Dread was formed in April, 1988 with the vision of creating not just reggae music, but music which would be appreciated by people of all ages and races. The band’s first show followed soon after on July 30th, 1988 at Sergio’s Cantina in Westlake, California in front of a packed house. At that time the bands members were Jason Bourne (keyboards, saxophone, and vocals), Ken Stylie (guitar and vocals), Gary Stevenson (bass guitar), Joe Smiley (drums), and Kris Carpenter (percussion).
Sights and Sounds of Hawaii – A Luau Experience
Our “Sites and Sounds of Hawaii” was founded in 1981 as an entertainment company to produce Hawaiian music and Polynesian shows for “Lu`au” parties and long term productions. Shortly thereafter they realized a huge need for quality “Lu`au” services in Southern California and have sucessfully transformed their client’s visions into an outstanding Hawaiian experience here at home. Come share in the authentic “Sights and Sounds” Luau experience of Hawaii with us. (AKN)
Hawaiian Island Luau – Hawaii Island Style
This prestigious entertaining family business provides authentic Polynesian entertainment including luau shows, luau buffet catering and company grill events. Their family roots hail back to the islands of Samoa, where the family ancestry became well known for their singing, in church and elsewhere.
The Surftunes
Comprised of 5 talented musicians, The SURFTUNES evoke the carefree California lifestyle with their unmistakable surf sound.
Ride the Tide
Ride the Tide is the ultimate surf band that plays all the hits from the Beach Boys to Jan and Dean, the Venturers as well as rocking hits that are all synonymous with the California sound such as Surfin’ Safari, Surfin’ USA, and Wipeout!
Solemar ( aka: Sol E Mar )
Sol e Mar is a “one of a kind” versatile group that exudes passion and expertise in musical genres and styles from Latin America and the Caribbean- featuring Brazilian and Cuban music and dance with sizzling flair! This dynamic group distinguishes themselves in their ability to put you in touch with the unique energy, personality and pulse of the tropical and popular music they so enthusiastically stage and perform.
Sol e Mar delivers the perfect style for any given event- social, corporate, festival or club. The group has the ability to transform from an intimate trio to a spectacular parade to an authentic “night in Rio” floorshow to a phenomenal festival/club band complete with a powerful horn and percussion section.
Sol e mar consistently delivers authenticity, beauty, professionalism and talent in a spectacular show. Our core musicians have been performing and producing quality events for over 20 years. We have earned a reputation for our extraordinary commitment to using creativity and flexibility in order to tailor an event that will not only fulfill all expectations of our clients- but surprise and delight them as well!
- Live Demo 3:47
The Coolrays
The Coolrays is a San Diego based “Beach Boys style” vintage rock band that uses guitar, bass, keyboards, drums and rich, three-part vocal harmony to produce its “California” sound.
IRIE – JIMMY DALE
IRIE, led by guitarist Jimmy Dale, is a five-member band that performs original Pop/ Reggae/ Caribbean compositions with a unique blend of cutting-edge sound. as well as the music of Top 40 artists such as Bob Marley, Arrow, Peter Tosh,Steel Pulse and Jimmy Buffet.
Surf City Allstars
The Surf City Allstars were formed in the early 80′s with the band members who were touring with both the Beach Boys and Jan & Dean. The Surf City Allstars are now a full time endeavor for the band members.
Instant Replay
If music and dancing are your thing, then INSTANT REPLAY provides the perfect atmosphere with their great full sound, dynamic vocals and extensive song list spanning over four decades.
Tropical Blend
Tropical Blend is our concept of steel drum. We infuse all the favorite calypso and reggae styles songs, with a hint of contemporary music, with a steel drum flare. Creating a vibe that is just right for your tropical party. Thanks for your consideration, and we hope you enjoy Tropical Blend.
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Bill Harris
Bill Harris has his own unique sound with his Salsa Steel Band. They will add a bit of the “Island” flavor to any party.
Coral Reef
Are you ready for some fun? Then grab yourself a tropical drink and let Coral reef transport you to a tropical beach, where there are water and waves, sunshine and sand, happy people and great music.
Tropic Boys
The Tropic Boys Band, led by Patrick McCaffrey, is comprised of top musicians from the convention, concert, and recording industry. Patrick McCaffrey has performed and recorded with artists such as Bob Seger, Blackfoot, ZZ Top, and the Clark Sisters. Doc Severinsen of NBCs Tonight Show fame recently described Pat’s abilities by saying he is “the only person I’ve seen play sax, keyboards, and bass pedals simultaneously, and play them so well!”.
Playing Tropic, Latin, Caribean and ‘Beach’ music, the Tropic Boys Band is constantly in demand because of their ability to perform for either small to large size groups or conventions. With their own charts and arrangements, this band can add female vocalists, extra brass, and other instruments, to be any size or style required.
Russ Henry – Steel Drums
Russ Henry is a versatile musician renowned in the Southern California region where he now resides.
Island Joe and his Tropical Band and Kokonut Joe
ISLAND JOE and his TROPICAL BAND specialize in a style know as “Trop-Rock”. It is a fusion of music that melds Rock, Country, Reggae, Calypso, Cajun, Hawaiian, Afro-Cuban and Folk all together typified by artists such as Jimmy Buffet, Bob Marley and Harry Belafonte. This is a global approach to all age groups and crosses cultural barriers, making them popular with the most mixed of audiences.