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Andy Rothstein

Blend the energy of rock with the complexity of jazz and the dynamics of blues and you just might end up with a unique style. New Jersey based guitarist Andy Rothstein’s unique musical voice can be attributed partly to his diverse musical influences, and party to the various electronic modifications that he has developed for guitars. 

Andy first began playing guitar at age 14. He graduated from Rutgers University, majoring in music and computer science, and he studied privately with Kevin Eubanks, Ted Dunbar, Steve Khan and Vinnie Zummo.

Andy has released three highly acclaimed recordings as a leader. His most recent release Truth Against the World (2022) spent over a year on the Roots Music Report Jazz charts, finishing #1 in the Top Fusion Album Chart for 2022. 

Kevin Mackenzie

Kevin Mackenzie Lives in Scotland. He has toured extensively. He receved the prestigious 'Creative Scotland Award in 2001. The resulting nine peice CD Another new Horizon was Album of the month in the Observer and Album of the week in the Guardian newspapers . His CD's are available from iTunes and CD baby, and from other retail outlets including Amazon Some people he has performed and or recorded with are Andy Stewart, Ari Hoenig, Pete King, John McCusker, Alyth McCormack, Simon Thoumire, Petter Wettre, Benny Carter, Phil Cunningham, Aidan O'Rourke, Chris Stout, Jenna Reid, Tam White, Martyn Bennett, Tony Scott, Rufus Harley, Kenny Wheeler, Julian Argueles, John Rae, Brian Finnegan, Charlie Mckerron, Donald Shaw, Various types of Bancrofts, Tommy Smith, Jim Sutherland, Scottish Guitar Quartet, Sunhoney, Bobby Wellins, Jim Mullen, Fiddlers Bid, David Berkman, Reid Anderson, and many others.

Dave Wilkinson

Born in the UK and now residing in Barcelona, Spain, Dave Wilkinson (aka David Philips) is a hyperactive guitarist, singer songwriter, so unable to sit still for 5 minutes that he needs 2 names! Noted for his wide range of styles, Dave is equally at home swinging over hard be-bop as he is getting down and funky Grant Green style, or funky chicken scratchin Meters style, or heavy texas blues shufflin', or Bob Dylanesque acoustic picking. Dave plays with many different bands and musical projects both as a front man and side man. His own bands, Phat Fred and Fast3, have released and sold records throughout the world

Rebecca Martin

Born: April 24, 1969

Over the last three decades, Rebecca Martin has shaped a singular career devoted to the beauty and possibility of pure creative discovery. After getting her start as co-founder of the pioneering jazz-pop duo Once Blue (a widely beloved act that toured with the likes of Emmylou Harris and Squeeze), the New York-based singer/songwriter went on to release a series of acclaimed solo albums animated by the quiet force of her captivating vocals, and collaborating along the way with luminaries like Argentine pianist Guillermo Klein and legendary jazz drummer Paul Motian. In one of her boldest turns to date, Martin’s new album SHE marks her first body of work made entirely on her own—a profoundly rewarding leap she perceives as something of an artistic awakening.

Mary Halvorson

The success of her acclaimed 2008 debut, Dragon’s Head (Firehouse 12 Records), led critics to call Ms. Halvorson “probably the most original jazz guitarist to emerge this decade” (Peter Margasak, Chicago Reader) and “the freshest, busiest, most critically acclaimed guitar-slinger out of downtown Manhattan/Brooklyn right now” (Howard Mandel, Jazz Beyond Jazz).

“A singular talent,” adds AllAboutJazz.com’s Troy Collins, “Brooklyn-based guitarist Mary Halvorson has come into her own as a composer and improviser…light years ahead of her peers, she is the most impressive guitarist of her generation. The future of jazz guitar starts here.”

Dean Brown

Born: August 19, 1955

Dean Brown's music defies boundaries to combine Rock, Latin, Jazz, Funk, and Fusion into a joyful, soulful, dynamic and intense groove. He is well known in the global jazz/fusion scene for his powerful virtuosic rhythm guitar work and his passionate melodic soloing. Those who have seen and heard Dean perform are immediately pulled in by the energy he puts into each and every note.

Dean has released his fifth celebrated album after four acclaimed previous solo CD's worldwide. Brown's guitar work can be heard on well over 200 recordings which include numerous GRAMMY® nominations and four GRAMMY® Award winners.

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Dave Percell

As a modern Jazz Guitarist and composer, Dave Percell is definitely in a league of his own. His style and funky rhythmic tunes, have “wowed” all that have heard him play.. He holds nothing back as he delivers vibrant " jazzy sounds at mind blowing speeds and precision. His soul gripping music is a juxtaposition of Flamenco jazz and Fusion elements. He has been admired by top industry professionals as a “Musician’s musician”. With a touch of fusion and a lot of latin, make no mistake; Dave Percell has a signature Latin flamenco style that is unique to him. As a new Indie artist, Dave Percell has already managed to leave a lasting impression and capture the hearts of fans throughout the world.

Troy Chapman

Born: December 5, 1959

Troy Chapman founded Billet-Deux with guitarist Steve Kirk in 2002. He majored in jazz guitar performance at Concordia University in Montreal and at the American Conservatory of Music in Chicago. He spent 20 years in the Chicago music scene playing with numerous ensembles including the Lee Roland Orchestra (Big Band), the Neophonic Orchestra, and Something Orange. After moving to Whidbey Island in 2001, Troy renewed his lifelong interest in Django Reinhardt and has, since, become one of the leading North American gypsy jazz guitarists. He also pursues his passion for straight-ahead jazz with his own trio. He splits his time between Whidbey Island and Seattle.

Acker Bros

Born: November 12, 1960

The Acker Bros are Boston based composers, musicians and producers with a knack for creating largely overlooked jazz based music designed to lull the listener into a state of confused euphoria. They have a large, loyal and extremely good looking underground following and hope very much that you will support them in their quest for excellence in high fidelity recording.