The Pushers
R&B Group in Columbus, OH
Why hire The Pushers?
The flow of a top DJ with the POWER of a LIVE BAND
The Pushers specialize in what they call "pushes." taking the best parts of popular songs, funk, newer rock, R&B, and classic rock, and "push" them into song sections lasting 10 to 30 minutes. Sometimes they "cross-pollinate" by mixing up genres, like an Average White Band song into Pink Floyd. They play long sets, long songs, and concentrate their efforts on pleasing the venue or event--even learning new songs-- in order for all to get what they want.
I'd hire them again without hestation.
The band was GREAT!!! Very professional. Every step of the way I was kept up to date with the band. They were very accessible. Very accommodating to those attending. Some even sang with them!!!!
They were polite, courteous and a pleasure to have. They took our considerations first. If we wanted a song they prepared for it.
I couldn't have been more pleased.
Hired by: Steven S.
- Expertise
- Communication
- Professionalism
- Priced Fairly
- Adaptability
Event Date: June 9th, 2012
Event: Private Party in Springfield, Ohio
Amazing Band!
I am the Event Coordinator for The Clock Tower Banquet & Conference Center, recently I had a client that was looking for band to play at their company holiday party. They had decided they wanted this entertainment four days before their event, The Pushers not only played amazing music for my clients, but they actually had another show that evening! They're so versatile in the music they offer, they would really be great for any occasion. They played some jazz, rock, and dinner music for this event - but I could definitely see them playing more upbeat stuff for people to dance for. Great job!! I will definitely recommend them to clients in the future!
Review by: Kristy F.
Event Date: December 9th, 2011
Event: Corporate Event in Columbus, Ohio
About
This band has more than 100 songs on its "list," which is by no means all they know. They add new songs and pushes every month. The band is committed to arduous practices because this approach to live music requires it, and the band member want nothing less. The band has added female super vocalist LUCIA which tempers are all male vocal lineup. See Lucia Video!!
Long time member Matt 'Jebus" Stuber, is a vocalist and plays sax and flugelhorn. Mike "Long Hammer" Dudley powers the group and adds his resonant vocals on top of blazing electric guitar work. Booming the low end on vocals, is drummer Frank "Da Freak" Lapinski, whose baritone voice adds lead vocals and tasty 3 and 4 part harmonies. Joining him on this rhythmic journey is Gary "The Enforcer" Mack, on 7 string bass.
Personnel
Matt "Jebus" Stuber: Horns and Vocals
Mike "Long Hammer" Dudley: Vocals and guitar
Frank "Da Freak" Lapinski: Vocals and drums
Gary "The Enforcer" Mack: 5 and 7 string bass
LUCIA: Vocalist
Influences
The Meters, Kool and the Sunshine Band, The Commodores, Lenny Kravitz, Black Joe Lewis, Led Zeppelin, James Brown, Hamilton Loomis, Parliament, RHCP, Ohio Players, Trombone Shorty, Average White Band, The Heavy, Black Crowes, Doors, Dr. John.
What to Expect
Typical Gig Duration: 60 - 400 minutes
The Pushers have specialized in putting popular dance and rock songs into long song sections, called "Pushes." They take the best parts of popular songs and "push" butt them up against each other, overlap, revise, and just have fun. They have added LUCIA, a great female vocalist, who smooths out the all male vocal lineup. We pride ourselves into learning NEW songs all the time, especially if requested for a party or event. We play LONG sets, and take short breaks. We are there to have more fun than anyone else!
Stage/Setup Requirements:
All we need is space
Additional Notes:
We carry a top quality LED lighting system, and have 3 levels of PA systems, to gear our sound to the venue. Several of us run wireless and interact with crowd when we can.
Set/Song/Sequence List:
We have a large variety, so gigs can be tailored to your needs. New songs are added every month.
CLASSIC ROCK
1. HANDS TO YOURSELF
2. ALL RIGHT NOW
3. HANG ON SLOOPY
4. HONKY TONK WOMAN
5. TRAIN, TRAIN
6. SWEET HOME ALABAMA
7. LITTLE MISS
8. ONE WAY OUT
9. HANG ON SLOOPY
10. BETTER MAN
11. MARY JANE’S LAST DANCE
12. LONG TRAIN
13. WHAT I GOT
14. BLACKBIRD
15. PRIDE & JOY
16. COLD SHOT
17. LAGRANGE
18. ROADHOUSE
19. LOVE ME TWO TIMES
20. WIND CRIES MARY
21. AMERICAN WOMAN-
22. YOUNG LUST
23. ENTER THE SANDMAN
24. SMOKE ON THE WATER
25. WAR PIGS
26. FREEBIRD
27. REMEDY
28. D’YER MAKER
36 .AMERICAN GIRL
37. HARD TO HANDLE
NEWER ROCK /FUNK
40. HONEY WHITE-
41. AEROPLANE
42. ALWAYS ON THE RUN
43. HOW DO YOU LIKE ME NOW
44. SUGARFOOT
45. F___ YOU-CEE LO GREEN
46. BECAUSE I GOT HIGH [PG/R]
47. SUNDAY MORNING-MAROON 5
FUNK/ R&B CLASSICS
48. I FEEL GOOD
49. WALL TO WALL
50. BE MINE ANYWAY
51. SHAKY GROUND
52. COLD SWEAT
53. FEELIN’ ALRIGHT
54. USE ME-BILL WITHERS
55. FIRE ON THE BAYOU
56. LEAVE YOUR HAT ON
57. MUSTANG SALLY
58. WILL IT GO ROUND CIRCLES
59. LOW RIDER-
60. SUPERSTITIOUS
61. THEM CHANGES
62. I WISH
63. SPILL THE WINE
64. EVIL WAYS
65. IF YOU WANT ME TO STAY
66. CISSY STRUT-
67. SCHOOLBOY CRUSH-E
68. CISCO KID-
69. PLAY THAT FUNKY MUSIC
70. ROLLERCOASTER
71. BRICK HOUSE
72. FIRE
73. JUNGLE BOOGIE
74. RIGHT PLACE
75. CAR WASH
76. BUST A MOVE
77. FLASHLIGHT
78. BOOGIE WOMAN
79. TAKIN’ IT TO THE STREETS
81. [O]FUNKEKUPHIZER
82. [O]IT’S THE PUSHERS
83. [O]CAN I MAKE CHANGE
84. [O]KNEEDEEP
85.[O]COMIN’ CLEAN
JAZZ/BLUES
85. WHAT’S GOING ON
86. ALL BLUES
87. RACK ‘EM UP
88. PUNGEE-INSTR
89. SUMMERTIME
90. DOCK OF THE BAY
91. HAMPS HUMP
92. CHAMELEON
93. CINCINNATI JAIL
94. RED HOUSE
95. [O]BLUES ME
96. [O]WRONG SIDE OF TOWN
97. COLD SHOT
98. PRIDE & JOY
99. IF YOU LOVE ME LIKE YOU SAY
100. SLOW DOWN
101. UNCHAIN MY HEART
102. SKY IS CRYIN’
103. MATCHBOX
104. HIGH ON THE HOG
HALLOWEEN
105. WOOLY BULLY
106. SPOOKY
107. GHOSTBUSTERS
108. THRILLER
109. MONSTER MASH
110. [O]HALLOWEEN FRIGHT
111. [O]BED BUGS
CHRISTMAS [SOME OF THEM]
112. BLUE CHRISTMAS
113. SANTA CLAUS IS COMING TO TOWN
114. HAVE YOURSELF A MERRY LITTLE CHRISTMAS
115. CHRISTMAS SONG
116. SANTA’S MESSING WITH THE KID
Performance Schedule
Past Booked Dates:
03-01-2013 — Marysville Moose in Marysville Ohio 8-12
01-25-2013 — Eldorados in Columbus Ohio
12-28-2012 — Bogey's Inn in Columbus 8-11
11-16-2012 — Bogeys Inn in Columbus 8-11
11-03-2012 — Our other band- Code Blue- is at Mudflats in Galena 8:30-12
10-27-2012 — Roops in Delaware
10-13-2012 — Bogey's Inn in Columbus 8-11
09-28-2012 — Our other band- Code Blue- is at Mudflats in Galena 8:30-12
09-22-2012 — Shiloh Club in Dayton, Ohio 8- 12:30
09-15-2012 — Bogey's near Columbus Zoo 8-11
08-25-2012 — J Lindsays Dublin 9:30=1:30
08-18-2012 — Tumbleweed Connection in Dayton's Oregon District 9:30=1:30
08-17-2012 — Larry B's in Westerville
08-04-2012 — Roops in Delaware
07-13-2012 — Larry B's in Westerville
07-04-2012 — Private Party Cincinnati Ohio
06-15-2012 — Bogey's in Dublin
06-02-2012 — Mudflats in Galena OH - our bluesy twins Code Blue will be doing this
05-19-2012 — Roops in Delaware 9-1
05-15-2012 — Crown Plaza Dublin Ohio
05-04-2012 — Oagies Blacklick OH
04-21-2012 — Marysville Moose 8 to 12
04-13-2012 — Larry B's in Westerville OH 9-1
04-01-2012 — Blues Jam by our bluesy twins The Code Blue Band Shrunken Head 4 - 8:30
03-17-2012 — Roops In Delaware St. Pats Blow-out
03-16-2012 — 211 Club Celina, OH Opening for Hamilton Loomis 8-12
03-15-2012 — Woodlands Tavern Columbus OH Opening for Hamilton Loomis 6 to 9
03-10-2012 — Shiloh Club Dayton Ohio
03-01-2012 — On the Rocks Dublin 8:30-12:30
02-24-2012 — Oagies in Blacklick, OH 8-12
02-17-2012 — Recording Sonic Lounge Grove City
Experience
2006: 82 gigs
2007: 87 gigs
2008: 85 gigs
2009: 79 gigs
2010: 81 gigs
2011: 77 gigs
2012: 62 gigs
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