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Frankie and The Band consists of four unique and talented musicians who hail from the Jersey Shore.

Frankie and the Band consists of 3B's Recording Artist Frankie Cicala, formerly of Frankie and the Burn, he has been going strong at the Jersey Shore for over 16 years. D'Angelico Guitars and Jazz Kat Amplifiers proudly endorse Frankie on his newly released national album "Frankie Plays". Listen to his latest release on his site www.frankiecicala.com or iTunes.

He has been featured in Billboard Magazine, DownBeat Magazine and Vintage Guitar Magazine and was a featured artist at the 2009 NAMM show with Bernard Purdie.

   
 


Frankie and the Band also features the vocals of Jill Ramme. From Aretha Franklin to Alicia Keys there are no limits to her vocal capabilities and "truly one of the finest singers I've ever heard." ~Frankie Cicala ~

Along with Nicky Cilli on guitar and Kevin Callanan on drums Frankie and The Band weave a rich blend of Rhythm and Blues, Jazz and Soul that is a sound all its own.

At every performance you can expect to see and hear a wide range of guest artist such as world renowned drummer Bernard Purdie. Also Vance Villastrigo who is a master of many different musical styles including jazz, swing, soul, and country. He freely sings in the style of Frank Sinatra, Eddie Jefferson, Ray Charles, Billy Paul, Nat King Cole, and George Benson. Lamar Mitchell "Dr. Midi-Kaptain Kronick" has played and recorded with international artists such as Jodeci and Mary J. Blige. His keyboard wizardry is well known in the music world. He is truly "one of a kind."

For special events such as private parties and weddings "The Band" can expand up to a full 8 piece band with a complete horn section of the finest caliber featuring Steve Jankowski, Tommy Labella, Danny Walsh, and Eric Matthews.

© 2009 Frankie and the Band