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National Jazz Singers
Seldom has a performer been strongly considered for an Academy Award in both acting and music, yet Frank Stallone has managed to pull it off. His fiery portrayal of a brutish bartender Eddie in the film Barfly had Hollywood insiders abuzz at Oscar time, and his #1 hit Far From Over, from the film Staying Alive, was likewise touted for a 'Best Song' nomination. It’s all in a day’s work for Frank a gifted artist who is equally comfortable on screen or on the concert stage.
This Grammy and Golden Globe nominated artist has been everything from a street singer, a rock singer, to a big band singer. Frank was also nominated for a Grammy for best soundtrack and a Golden Globe for Best Original Song from the film Staying Alive. Frank has written songs for 11 films,and has recorded 8 solo albums and has had his music on the Billboard charts 8 times and still plays to SRO crowds in arenas and concert halls from Los Angeles to London.
Frank made his on-screen singing debut, performing the self-penned song, sung acapella , 'Take You Back', in the opening scene of the film ROCKY in 1976.
Frank has appeared in over 58 movies. One of his most memorable on- screen appearances was his role as Ed Bailey, a dangerous gunslinger in Tombstone, and as Eddie the bartender in Barfly, which gave rise to serious consideration for Frank for an Academy Award nomination, and won the acclaim of renowned film critic Roger Ebert of the Chicago Sun Times. “Barfly is a terrific film that features an outstanding performance by Frank Stallone…he’s both captivating and terrifying at the same time!”
On stage Frank is a natural performer. His singing, guitar playing and broad experience of playing all over the world has given him an edge as a performer. “I can’t wait to get out there and sing,” notes Frank. That same kind of upbeat anticipation colors every creative endeavor he undertakes. Frank’s lifelong musical journey continues, and his enthusiasm for entertaining remains unshaken. |
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There are tough guys and, then, there are tough guys. Veteran screen and television actor, Gianni Russo has made a career of playing guys you wouldn't want to mess with. He was Carlo in The Godfather – a movie which could never have been made without Russo intervening between the studio and “The Mob”; he has appeared in TV classics such as Kojak and The Rockford Files; and has played the baddie in more than 40 films, including such hits as The Freshman, Rush Hour, Any Given Sunday and Seabiscuit.
But Russo believes it's his crooning that will ultimately separate him from the mob of other on-screen wise guys. His debut CD Reflections pays homage to such legendary singers as Dean Martin and Frank Sinatra, who influenced both his private and professional life.
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The voice and verve of the 30's and 40's swing band singer has found rebirth in the guise of LEE STEVENS. Her knowledgeable delivery of the sound and feel of those times are vocals that compliment every tune.
A one of a kind artist, with an appreciation for the great music created during the golden big band and jazz/swing era, Lee Stevens continues to be called the 'female Frank Sinatra". Her vocal talents being compared to, Ella Fitzgerald, Carmen McRae, Sarah Vaughn and many more great singers.
A native of Chicago, Lee brings her 'gift' of vocal talent to many of the clubs in the area. Lee has managed to capture the nostalgia of the past with her unique vocal styling. Ms. Stevens is a "vowel" singer, (a vocalist who emphasizes vowel 'enunciation when singing) with a smooth yet powerful voice that will bring you chills and leave you applauding for more!
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Frank Tenaglia
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Born in South Philadelphia, tenor Frank Tenaglia trained in classical voice at The Philadelphia College of Performing Arts and at Temple University. Tenaglia went on to perform with the Greater Miami Opera Company in its productions of Madama Butterfly,Il Trovatore, The Barber of Seville, La Premiata Fedelta, Idomeneo and Beauty and the Beast, all under the direction of Maestro Joseph Illick.
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With a voice that has been described as Honey and Thunder, Herb's rich warm baritone can soothe and relax you while his intense tenor will get you moving and grooving. It is the range and vocal control which makes Herb a vocalist and a singer. With a voice that says Lou Rawls, Issac Hayes, Barry White, Jeffery Osbourne, Alvin Slaughter, David Ruffin and Brian Stokes Mitchell, the style is uniquely his own. Whether it is Jazz, Rhythm and Blues, Gospel or Broadway Herb will entertain you with his renderings and interpretations. Weddings, Parties, Churches or Club Events whenever you need to dance and romance or inspire Herb is your man.
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