Caffiends

THE CAFFIENDS is a talented and versatile quintet of musicians/vocalists whose experience and professionalism are equal to any musical challenge. The Caffiends members have made hundreds of special appearances at various clubs, fairs, and festivals throughout the state. Individually, they have appeared as the opening act for many famous artists. They can be seen regularly at several locations around north central Ohio. Their music is a strong, beautiful mix of two to four part harmonies accompanied by intricate electric and acoustic six string guitars, twelve string guitar, nylon string guitar, electric violin, mandolin, bass guitar, drums and percussion. Their songs are an eclectic assortment of rock and roll, country, folk, jazz, and bluegrass featuring hits from the 50’s, 60’s, 70’s, 80’s, and 90’s. A typical set might include original songs blended in with songs by the Beatles, the Eagles, Crosby, Stills & Nash, the Doobie Brothers, the Everly Brothers, a bluegrass standard, or a new contemporary pop/rock hit.

Chestnut Ridge

The gospel group, Chestnut Ridge, is from central Ohio and has been playing together for about 9 years. Members include: Jeanell Branstool, Danville, Ohio - mandolin and vocals; Jim Dunfee, Warsaw, Ohio - guitar and vocals; Mickey Holback, Marion, Ohio - banjo and vocals; Rex Hackley, Newark, Ohio - Dobro, Duane Hardesty, New Comerstown, Ohio - Bass; and Pete Streiber, Mount Vernon, Ohio - Fiddle. They enjoy playing for churches, extended care facilities, community gatherings, festivals, fundraisers and family events. Visit their website at www.chestnutridgemusic.com
Visit their website at www.chestnutridgemusic.com.

Funk Station

Funk Station is a three man band from Mount Vernon, Ohio. They have not released any cd's but are posting songs on their Youtube channel, FunkStationBand. Their members are Ian Clarkson- Bass, Trent Staats-Guitar, and Tanner Jessup- Drums. They are currently enrolled at Mount Vernon High School and are very involved in their music programs. Ian Clarkson plays in the orchestra and Tanner Jessup and Trent Staats are in the schools Band program.

Safire Sun

Safire Sun began playing together in 2008 and haven't looked back since. Their sound is an intriguing blend of today's progressive bluegrass, modern country, and some older cover titles simply thrown in for good measure. Whether tearing through one of their original compositions or performing time-honored bluegrass classics, Safire Sun is a unique sound to the bluegrass arena. The band is composed of Darell Sanson, Yvonne Sanson, Allie Dible, Brittney Hickey & Ethan Whitehair. For more information visit their website safiresun.com
Visit their website at www.safiresun.com.