Marc Dobson
One Man Band in Orlando, FL
Why hire Marc Dobson?
I am 'The One Man Band', all real and mechanically controlled. Transformed working 20+ years as a computer aided One Man Band to the real deal. My show grabs attention quickly. People stop and watch, take pictures, talk about it and ask, “When is Marc coming back?”
The Appearance is a bit comedic, which Marc takes full advantage of.
The Presentation is slick and illusive.
The Performance makes adults wonder how Marc does it and children imagine how they can.
April 1, 2012...Family gathering in Orlando,FL
What a spectacular entertainer!!! with spectacular entertainment!!! to complete such a spectacular gathering of family!!!
Review by: Terry R.
Event Date: April 1st, 2012
Event: Reunion in Orlando, Florida
Leave it to Mark to come up with an ingenuitive entertainment concept like this! Be it his solo act, variety bands or now his "One Man Rocs" mechanical/acoustical/musical contraption (How else do you describe it?), Mark will "ROC" your event!
Hired by: Sean M.
- Expertise
- Communication
- Professionalism
- Priced Fairly
- Adaptability
Organization: EC Model & Talent Agency
Event Date: June 5th, 2010
Event: Corporate Event in Orlando, Florida
Services provided: Caribbean/Island Music, Classic Rock Band, Cover Band, Guitarist, Harmonica Player, Jimmy Buffett Tribute, Multi-Instrumentalist, Neil Diamond Impersonator, One Man Band, Singing Guitarist, Wedding Band
About
I do perform in a variety of acts. For all, I have a bag of gimmicks to interact with including song trivia, audience member games, audience member’s roles and more. I try to keep my banter in the moment and steer the overall topic to "about nothing". Talking about something could lead trouble and nothing is funnier than the truth, in my humble opinion.
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The One Man Band, Marc Dobson:
A real, live, mechanically controlled One Man Band. To our knowledge, Marc’s contraption and performance can only be compared to two others in the world, unless you count Marc’s 8 year old son who also performs as The One Man Band Junior.
Currently playing 9 instruments at once: Vocal, Guitar (with bass line gadgetry), Harmonica and a Custom made Back Pack Drum Kit (aka The Contraption) consisting of Bass Drum, Snare Drum, Hi Hats, Hi Hat Tambourine, Crash Cymbal and Splash Cymbal.
Performs a variety of music covering 100’s of songs, providing a fun, interactive and self contained show for any setting. Marc can freely roam anywhere at a venue performing at low volume using a battery powered amp mounted on dolly wheels, perform within 60 feet of a carted sound system using wireless mics on all instruments or as a stage show using a large sound system.
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Neil Diamond Tribute:
Full on Tribute. Don't be fooled by other pics, Marc uses custom made wig & costume. The tribute is available solo or with band. Without trying Marc sounds like Neil; audience members can close their eyes and take a trip back in time to Neils’ “had hay’s of the 70’s. When their eyes open, they may believe they are hearing and seeing Neil Diamond in his prime. One of many interactive parts of the show is Marc’s preamble to the song Sweet Caroline, never failing to getting his audience to singing along. Marc plays a Neil Diamond signature SQ-180 Epiphone guitar while using original arrangements and backing tracks which mimic the most popular and powerful versions of Neil's songs. His authentic costume includes Tux Pants with sequins, a sequin cummerbund, and shirts covered in sequin and glass beaded fringe.
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Marc - Solo with guitar & backing trax
A fine tuned performance with more production then a lot of bands use utilizing custom backing tracks, vocal harmonizer and killer guitar playing with sounds modeling original recordings. Without looking people mistake Marc's live performances for studio recordings.
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DUO, BAND and TROPICAL: much of the solo act aspects carry over depending on buyers request to stick to a format.
Tropical Rocs: Vacation Music of Jimmy Buffet, Kenny Chesney & more. Solo or with band.
Marc & The Rocs: Variety band for any Special Occasion. 2 to 6 piece band.
Personnel
Marc Dobson: The One Man Band
Influences
Jimmy Buffet, Kenny Chesney, Neil Diamond, Eagles, Beatles, Eric Clapton, John Cougar, CCR and many more.
What to Expect
Typical Gig Duration: 60 - 300 minutes
The One Man Band... a true novelty act One Man Band, all live and mechanically controlled. A variety of serious music performance with sketched and improv comedy.
DUO, BAND and TROPICAL: much of the solo act aspects carry over depending on buyers request to stick to a format.
NEIL DIAMOND TRIBUTE: Typically this is a full on Tribute show. I stay in character. No webcast or requests. I give audience and interactive presentation of Neil Diamond.
Additional Notes:
I have self contained production for audiences up to 300 people ***depending on venue and buyer requirements***
Front speakers: 2,000 watts total.
Lights: 6 small par cans.
Power requirements:
Small PA (100 people or less) 1- 20amp circuit
Big PA (100 people or more) 3- 20 amp circuits or a 60amp drop.
* For Solo Neil Diamond Tribute Shows, preference is additional sound and light men.
Set/Song/Sequence List:
There is not enough room in this Gig Salad field to list all the songs I cover. Please see:
http://www.marcdobson.com/songlist/all
Experience
2006: 240 gigs
2007: 220 gigs
2008: 200 gigs
2009: 180 gigs
2010: 200 gigs
2011: 210 gigs
2012: 100 gigs
View Complete Calendar
http://www.marcdobson.com/calendar
Available for Your
Anniversary Party, Awards Night, Baby Shower, Bar/Lounge, Birthday Party, Casino, Casting Call, Christmas Party, Club/Nightclub, Competition, Concert Venue, Convention, Corporate Event, Cruise, Dinner Dance, Ethnic Celebration, Fair, Festival, Fundraiser, Grand Opening, Halloween Party, Holiday Party, Hotel, Launch Party, Luncheon/Tea, Parade, Private Party, Restaurant, Reunion, Seminar, Sporting Event, Studio Session, Trade Show, Wedding Ceremony, Wedding Reception, Workshop
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