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90 Proof is a genre specific band dedicated to delivering the best
songs from the 90s.
Timeless blend of tight harmonies, vintage instrumentation and deep musical roots
Acoustic / Country / Soul
Bonus Round plays a wide variety of music, interpreting and covering songs in new and fresh ways.
Lynam is a band that has no limits. With the attitude of Sid Vicious
and the pure energy of early
Guns N Roses
Four piece party band has great
vocals and amazing keyboard player. Band plays complete variety from
Journey to Elton John.
8th Street has quickly established themselves as one of the most entertaining bands on the Tuscaloosa music scene. The four-piece group combines amazing showmanship from their dual lead guitar and vocalists with a tight rhythm section, creating an incredibly dynamic live show. 8th street embraces elements from classic rock, Motown, and jam to produce a unique sound that leads to a great party atmosphere. Frank Burford, Peyton Yarbrough, Chambers Waller, and Caldwell Vaughan formed the band 8th Street in 2009 while attending the University of Alabama. Their first live show at Harrys Bar packed the bar to capacity and featured guest stars such as William Waller and Ben Burford (Chevy 6). The success of their early shows has helped them garner the attention of the local music scene. 8th Street has continued to play throughout Birmingham and Tuscaloosa and they are eager to spread their reach to other cities throughout the Southeast. .. ..
90 Proof is a genre specific band dedicated to delivering the best songs from the 90s. 90 Proof consists of members from Brother Cane, Virgos Merlot and Mars Electric. These collective bands are proven professional signed touring acts who have performed with 90s bands such as: Fuel, Oleander, Bush, Our Lady Peace, Creed, Buckcherry, Seven Mary Three, Third Eye Blind, Collective Soul, Matchbox 20, Goo Goo Dolls, 3 Door Down, Everclear, Eve 6, Gin Blossoms, Sister Hazel, Tonic, Stone Temple Pilots, Train, etc..
Act Of Congress
"Timeless blend of tight harmonies, vintage instrumentation and deep musical roots. Don't miss your chance to see one of the country's best bands" -Alabama Symphony Orchestra
Hailing From Birmingham, Alabama, the organic sound of Act Of Congress combines hook laden melodies, compelling songwriting, and intelligent acoustic instrumentation that's rapidly gathering attention throughout the country. Eagerly awaiting the release their second album "Worth Fighting For" , Act Of Congress' sound is grounded, approachable and technically masterful. The band has been recognized by the likes of Paste Online, SXSW, Disney, and Billboard.
When Adam Hood was asked if he has a personal motto, he answered Do what you love and love what you do. Such a simple declaration sounds more like a cliché slogan from a motivational speaker than an actual way of life. How lucky is the man who is actually able to live by this credo? Think it is an impossible dream? Think again. This is the life of songwriter and artist Adam Hood. Such a lofty pursuit does not come easy. Forging a successful career in music can be challenging and has been hard earned for Adam. His journey, beginning with his early years growing up in Opelika, Alabama, to a fateful encounter with country music powerhouse Miranda Lambert, ended up taking him right where he was meant to be..
As a young man, this son of a corporate forester spent nearly 10 years in Alabama, working a real job surveying land and occasionally delivering arrangements for his mothers flower shop, all the while honing his craft as a writer and performer, using his day job as a means to support and develop his musical recordings. In 2001 upon the release of a self-produced and financed live album, 21 To Enter, he gave up working this real job and hit the road touring to support the record bringing along just his guitar. After a couple of years out of the road, 2003 brought the release of his first EP, 6th Street, which quickly earned attention and critical acclaim.
Bonus Round plays a wide variety of music. It is comprised of first class musicians who seek to interpret and cover songs in new and fresh ways. You never know what you will hear at one of our shows. You may walk in the door of your favorite venue and hear us playing a modern hip-hop song followed by a classic rock song. We pride ourselves on not playing the same tunes that other cover bands play while at the same time catering to the tastes of our audiences. We are often accompanied by the "Dammit to Hell Horns." Our aim is to momentarily take your mind off the rest of the world and provide the atmosphere that is conducive to good times.
All 70s, All the time
Do you know where your leisure suit is? You'd better find it - quick! LavaLamp is the preeminent Seventies band in the Southeast, and they're coming to your neighborhood soon. Blending outstanding musical and vocal talents with a fun, energetic performance spectacle, the band is determined to give you a great show each time it takes the stage. When the guys put on their leisure suits and gold chains, they mean to have a good time - and they're gonna take you along for the ride!
Livewire is a cover band from Birmingham, Alabama. With an extensive set list, the group appeals to crowds of all ages. Livewires song list includes: classic rock, 80s, 90s alternative, country, funk, rap, and oldies. The band has played for clubs, bars, private parties, and fraternity/sorority parties at major universities. They bring a sure-fire crowd to any public performance. Each member of the band has years of experience and the professional, hard working attitude necessary to give the audience an unforgettable show. No matter what the occasion, Livewire is sure to bring the crowd to their feet.
From Birmingham, AL, Lynam is a band that has no limits. With the attitude of Sid Vicious and the pure energy of early Guns N Roses, the three members that make up the band Lynam have a take no prisoners approach to their music. "We all got turned on to music early on." says front man Jacob Bunton. "We really latched on to the larger than life spectacle of 80s rock bands. All of the old videos and concerts look like one big party. Everyone is having a good time and the music is about having fun. These days it seams like bands are whining about how hard it was growing up in suburbia instead of giving their fans a great show."
Lynam consists of Jacob Bunton (lead vocals, guitar), David Lynam (drums, vocals), and Cody Elliott (Bass, Vocals). Lynam released 3 albums independently from 2002 - 2004 (White Trash Superstar, Bling! Bling!, and Life In Reverse). In 2005, Lynam signed a deal with DRT/Universal Records and released the critically acclaimed album Slave To The Machine in 2006. This album peaked at #21 on Billboard's Top Independent Albums chart and #19 on the Heat- seekers chart. The first single Tanis went to #1 on both the active rock independent and main-stream rock independent charts. The bands album Tragic City Symphony (Megaforce/Mascot Records) featured the radio singles Save My Soul, Lindsay Says, and Porn Star. All three singles reached the top 10 on the active rock independent chart with Save My Soul reaching top 5 with over 10 million in audience. Several of the albums songs also were used in motion pictures, MTV, VH1, HBO, and video games. A Live album entitled Thank You Goodnight! was released November 2010 through Island Def Jam/New Ocean Media.
Matt Hill, Sean, Gio and Jerome. It's a long road and a long story that involves a lot of hard living, but here it is,The Matt Hill Band!!! You name it we most likely play it. We do a mix of Classic Country, Rock and Outlaw Country...Everything from Cross Canadian Ragweed and the Texas stuff to NON HAIR Band 80's....all the way back to Willie, Waylon and the boys.
The Raygun Administration was formed in 2009 with one goal in mind: to rock out your favorite 80s tunesand we do mean rock!!! We play everything from Michael Jackson to Def Leppard to The Cure to Journey. Every song we play is instantaneously recognizable. We guarantee that if you are looking for a great time, listening and dancing to your favorite 80s rock and pop hits, we are your band!!! The band members collectively bring years of professional experience to the stage, having spent time in numerous bands touring the Southeast. Make no mistake, the Raygun Administration is a collective group of seasoned musicians who came together to play the best tunes from the Decade of Decadencethe 1980s!!! If you are looking for an 80s cover band that truly rocks, look no further!
Rock cover band
Rock band
The Undergrounders band is based out of Birmingham, Al, and is comprised of some of the finest musicians in the region. The group consists of guitar, bass, drums, keyboard, horn section, and male and female vocalists. No matter what your occasion is The Undergrounders provide the best musical entertainment enjoyed by all generations!
Led by the smooth and pure vocals of James and Maxine, and backed up by the clean instrumentals of the band, II Da Maxx entertains with a variety of sounds from Motown, R&B, blues and jazz, to funk, dance, top 40, and current billboard hits. Their extensive song list includes artists Marvin Gaye, Otis Redding, Tina Turner, Etta James, Al Green, Michael Jackson, Prince and many of todays stars.
The Vegabonds formed in Auburn, AL during February of 2009, a combination of two bands and two new comers, and haven't stopped playing since. They wasted no time, and immediately started working on their first full album. A mix of different musical interests laid the groundwork for the debut entitled, "Dear Revolution". The album was released in the summer of 2010, with rave reviews stemming from local writers, all the way up to regional and national recognition. The Vegabonds toured the Southeast non-stop in 2010 playing well over 100 shows promoting Dear Revolution. The notable stops on this years tour included: appearances on TV with Talk of Alabama Morning Talk Show in Birmingham, AL, and also public and satellite radio with Rick and Bubba in the Morning (turkey-toss). In June The Vegabonds were invited to play at the 2010 Alex City JazzFest alongside Honey Island Swamp Band, and Hill Country Revue. After the release of Dear Revolution in the summer of 2010 the IAIRA ranked two songs from Dear Revolution on the International Independent Artist charts. The song Shaky Hands hit #1, and the song The Wanderer also ranked in the top 100 at #88. In the Fall of 2010, The Vegabonds were honored to be featured in Relix Magazine, capturing a CD review, full page ad, and a spot on the compilation CD that came with the issue. The Vegabonds are booked to record their second album in Nashville,TN in the Spring of 2011 and continue their musical revolution.
A natural-born entertainer whose home is on the stage, the artist
known as Z has ample experience in the music business. The
energetic bass player and vocalist will make sure the house is rockin'
when he performs. The Party Factory covers a wide variety of music
that includes classic R&B and modern rock, as well as country, hip
hop, jazz and blues. There is something for everyone when you book
Z & the Party Factory
ARTIST
8th Street
90 Proof
Act of Congress
Adam Hood
Bonus Round
Lava Lamp
Livewire
Lynam
Matt Hill Band
Raygun Administration
Slang
Teenage Daddy
The Undergrounders
II Da Maxx
Vegabonds
Z and the Party Factory
Where do you book bands?
We are based in Birmingham, AL and book bands throughout the South. We would love to talk to you about booking one of our bands no matter what your location is. Give us a call!
Can you help us find a venue?
We work closely with many venues and would be happy to help you find the perfect venue for your event. Give us a call or email us if you need help with this.
Can I get a band for under 1000.00?
Yes you can! Many people don't have thousands of dollars to spend on Entertainment.
How do I reserve a band?
The band is reserved once you talk with a Gant Ent. Representative and get all the details of your event and then a usual 20% deposit is required which is refundable if you cancel your event by a month out.
How early in advance should I reserve my entertainment?
Since there are only a certain amount of bands in the world (millions to be exact) if there is a particuler one in mind the earlier the better because usually somone else is planning there event for the same day.
How long has Gant Entertainment been open?
We started off with Rich Walsh who founded the company 10 years ago and called it CAM Entertainment and through the years planned several of the top events in Atlanta including The SEC Tailgate party, and many other Corporate evnts and thousands upon thousands of Weddings, Fraternities, Sororities, and any other event that needed Entertainment. In 2001 Rich handed over the duties to William Gant to run Cam which changed its name in 2003 to Gant Entertainment which leaves us here today.
217 Country Club Park
PMB-534
Birmingham,Al 35213
205.365.9874
FAQ
Innisfree started with one idea in mind: we wanted our own place to drink with our friends So in December of 97 after being turned down by 4 banks and our heads hanging low we went to a fifth. You know the old saying, the fifth time was a charm. So with the very little money we got we started construction. Blowing through our money we had no choice but to open, so we opened the doors in May 98 with the change in our pockets to fill the first register.
On the strip in T-Town, make no mistake, it is the Greek's bar. Don't bother going if you are a GDI and just want to be "cool" you will be ignored. best to end up there after going out somewhere else/date party/band party/whatever, everybody always "ends up" at Gallette's. Usually home to the younger Greek crowd, but fratters of all ages can be seen. The perfect place to go and see people you know if you are Greek, you will always run into people. Usually a train-wreck on weekend late-nights.
Since opening in April 2008, Grey Bar has quickly become the neighborhood bar of choice for the 280 Corridor in Birmingham, Alabama. Grey Bar is a great place for friends to gather over a glass of wine, ice cold beer, cocktail or martini and listen to live music. Not only is Grey Bar known for it's live music but our gourmet sandwiches and pizzas are a fan favorite.
