On Air

On Air is unique among Sacramento rock bands. For more than twenty one years, On Air's eleven-piece power horn, classic rock sound has captured audiences with classy musicianship, quality showmanship and an attitude of sheer joy. They play, and dance, up a rock 'n' roll storm! The group first appeared at the old Woodlake Inn on New Year's Eve 1985. In previous years they have played such popular venues as the Sacramento Blues Festival, the California State Fair, the Vacaville Onion Festival, the Nevada County Fair and other regional events.

On Air specializes in solid rockers that lean heavily toward the style of Chicago and Tower of Power. The repertoire ranges from hot Motown and Rhythm & Blues to favorites by Steely Dan, Van Morrison and The Doobie Brothers. The group can also pull out lots of popular frat rock and also includes a smattering of jazz, swing and soul. An On Air performance is a visual treat as well; the group's showmanship is as superb as the music itself. Lead guitarist John Blake, bassist David Rees, keyboard player Eric Dahm, drummer John Duvall, vocalist Ava Lemert, and founding member and lead singer Bob Lang form a tight rock rhythm section that drives the band.

But it's the Tower of Power-type horn section that provides the uniqueness of On Air: Raul Sandoval (tenor sax), Vahan Kachadorian, Greg Evans (trumpets), Brian Nakagawa (trombone) and Brad Tom (baritone saxophone).

Gear

bass guitar, drum kit, keyboard, lead guitar, rhythm guitar, trumpets, saxophones, male vocalists, female vocalist, backing vocals and harmonies

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