- Madison, CT
- Steel Drum Band
- Starts at $300
Ayanna F. said
“Professional and high quality! Ty ”
Island Vibes
Overview
Feel the breeze as Ken take you on a musical journey through the Caribbean with beautiful melodic music, skilfully performed.
Steelpan Soloist: Reggae, Soca, calypso and smooth Jazz.
2 piece: Steeldrums, keyboards and back up tracks,
3 piece: Steeldrums,Keyboards,Saxaphone and back up tracks,
4 piece: Steeldrums,Keyboards,Saxaphone, bass and back up tracks
5 piece: Steeldrums,Keyboards,Saxaphone, bass and Drums.
Reviews
36 reviews
Chrissy K.
June 27, 2026Amazing experience enhancing!
Island vibes totally transformed the feeling of our event! The weather wasn’t what we hoped for but he provided an atmosphere that still made it feel like we were seaside in the Caribbean
Hired as: Steel Drum Player
David B.
July 6, 2025Bring the island to the family
We hired Ken to play for our family reunion. Grandparents, parents, and grandchildren, all loved the wonderful experience. It felt like we were on vacation at some Caribbean island. What a great addition to our family reunion. See you next year Ken!
Hired as: Caribbean/Island Music, Steel Drum Player
Paula P.
June 29, 2025Island Vibes Brought the Perfect Tropical Sound
Ken brought the Island Vibes to life with his steel drum performance! The music created the perfect tropical atmosphere, and we received so many compliments from guests. He was professional, friendly, and even took requests. Truly a highlight of the party and an all-around positive experience!
Hired as: Caribbean/Island Music, Steel Drum Player
Michelle G.
August 26, 2024Awesome
He was amazing ! Would absolutely hire again.
Hired as: Steel Drum Player
Colleen F.
June 13, 2024Cool vibes at the Metropolitan at the 9!
Our rooftop bar and restaurant, the Garden of Eden, offers a relaxed atmosphere with stunning views of the Cleveland downtown skyline. Thanks to Ken (Island Vibes), the ambiance was elevated to new heights. The chill music allowed guests to enjoy their food and drinks while still engaging in conversation.
Hired as: Steel Drum Player
Island Vibes
Loved the vibe created in the Garden. Much thanks for your hospitality and positive review.
Booking information
Price range: Contact for pricing
Languages: English
What to expect
an exhilarating experience your thoughts and energy will be absorbed by the sound of the caribbean. Fun in the sun
About
Ken's birth place is Trinidad which is also the birthplace of the Steel Drum, He performed with Casablanca, Syncopators, Starlift and Phase2 before relocating to the coral islands of Bermuda.Opening for names like Roberta Flack, Jose Feliciano, Angela Bofil, Earl Klugh, The Manhattans, Gerald Albright and Najee, Ken played professionally on the night club circuit in Bermuda for fifteen years. He has also enjoyed entertaining extensively on cruise ships sailing out of American waters to foreign ports of call, and has performed in Australia, New Zealand, Canada and throughout the United States, where he now resides.He currently plays special events on the private party circuit in the States . Latin, Soca and Reggae with some jazz overtones are the prominent sounds of his vast (link hidden)stening to Ken Greene's music, you can close your eyes and feel that tropical breeze, hear the soft sounds of the waves and smell the sweet subtle scent of exotic blossoms, altogether an enjoyable journey through the imagination.
History of the Steeldrum
Additional booking notes
Provide my own Sound equipent if needed
Services offered
Past booked events
August 2026
29
Saturday
Dinner Party
6:00pm - 8:00pm
•
Vermilion, OH
July 2026
11
Saturday
Dinner Party
4:30pm - 6:00pm
•
Pittsburgh, PA
June 2026
26
Friday
Cocktail Party
5:00pm - 8:00pm
•
Hartville, OH
December 2025
14
Sunday
Christmas Party
6:00pm - 8:00pm
•
Westlake, OH
September 2025
20
Saturday
House Party
12:00pm - 3:00pm
•
Cleveland, OH
19
Friday
Cocktail Party
6:00pm - 10:00pm
•
Cleveland, OH
06
Saturday
Birthday Party
1:00pm - 3:00pm
•
Avon Lake, OH
July 2025
25
Friday
Corporate Event
5:00pm - 8:00pm
•
Youngstown, OH
19
Saturday
Cocktail Party
7:00pm - 9:00pm
•
Cleveland, OH
05
Saturday
House Party
2:00pm - 4:00pm
•
Westerville, OH
June 2025
28
Saturday
Birthday Party
3:00pm - 4:30pm
•
Kent, OH
14
Saturday
Wedding Reception
5:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Port Clinton, OH
August 2024
24
Saturday
House Party
3:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Canton, OH
03
Saturday
Wedding Reception
5:00pm - 8:00pm
•
Columbus, OH
June 2024
22
Saturday
Cocktail Party
5:00pm - 8:00pm
•
Berea, OH
08
Saturday
Restaurant/Bar Event
7:00pm - 9:00pm
•
Cleveland, OH
April 2024
08
Monday
House Party
2:30pm - 4:00pm
•
Cleveland, OH
March 2024
02
Saturday
Children’s Birthday Party
1:00pm - 2:30pm
•
Brecksville, OH
October 2023
29
Sunday
Halloween Party
5:30pm - 7:00pm
•
Akron, OH
August 2023
12
Saturday
Birthday Party
5:00pm - 8:00pm
•
Columbus, OH
June 2023
30
Friday
Dinner Party
5:30pm - 7:30pm
•
Columbus, OH
29
Thursday
Retirement Community Event
5:00pm - 6:00pm
•
Cleveland, OH
April 2023
12
Wednesday
Retirement Community Event
2:00pm - 3:00pm
•
Lagrange, OH
08
Saturday
Retirement Party
6:00pm - 8:00pm
•
Cleveland, OH
February 2023
20
Monday
Surprise
6:30pm - 8:30pm
•
Medina, OH
January 2023
14
Saturday
Birthday Party
6:00pm - 8:00pm
•
Akron, OH
August 2022
20
Saturday
Birthday Party
5:00pm - 6:30pm
•
Cleveland, OH
July 2022
16
Saturday
Personal Occasion
1:00pm - 4:00pm
•
Brooklyn, MI
09
Saturday
House Party
6:00pm - 8:00pm
•
Strongsville, OH
June 2022
22
Wednesday
Cultural Event
1:00pm - 2:00pm
•
Broadview Heights, OH
May 2022
20
Friday
Restaurant/Bar Event
7:00pm - 9:30pm
•
Cleveland, OH
September 2021
28
Tuesday
Corporate Event
11:00am - 3:00pm
•
Wooster, OH
11
Saturday
Cocktail Party
6:00pm - 8:00pm
•
Andover, OH
August 2021
14
Saturday
Nonprofit Event
6:00pm - 9:00pm
•
Euclid, OH
June 2021
13
Sunday
Graduation
4:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Shaker Heights, OH
12
Saturday
Retirement Community Event
1:00pm - 4:00pm
•
Delaware, OH
June 2020
30
Tuesday
Corporate Event
4:30pm - 6:30pm
•
Mayfield Heights, OH
July 2019
13
Saturday
Wedding Reception
6:00pm - 8:30pm
•
Findlay, OH
June 2019
14
Friday
Restaurant/Bar Event
8:00pm - 11:00pm
•
Medina, OH
September 2018
22
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
5:00pm - 6:30pm
•
Medina, OH
July 2018
28
Saturday
Birthday Party
6:00pm - 9:00pm
•
Westlake, OH
May 2018
25
Friday
Grand Opening
5:00pm - 9:00pm
•
Port Clinton, OH
19
Saturday
Prom/After Prom Party
10:30pm - 2:00am (Sun)
•
Rocky River, OH
09
Wednesday
School Assembly
6:00pm - 8:00pm
•
Strongsville, OH
October 2017
28
Saturday
Wedding Cocktail Hour
1:30pm - 3:00pm
•
New Franklin, OH
August 2017
31
Thursday
Personal Occasion
2:00pm - 3:30pm
•
Bucyrus, OH
12
Saturday
House Party
2:00pm - 4:00pm
•
Aurora, OH
July 2017
01
Saturday
Birthday (Adult)
1:30pm - 3:00pm
•
Broadview Heights, OH
June 2017
25
Sunday
Graduation
3:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Chagrin Falls, OH
October 2016
22
Saturday
Anniversary Party
3:30pm - 7:30pm
•
marblehead, OH
18
Tuesday
Product Promotion
6:00pm - 8:00pm
•
Independence, OH
September 2016
17
Saturday
Bachelorette Party
1:30pm - 3:00pm
•
Fairview Park, OH
August 2016
20
Saturday
Cocktail Party
6:00pm - 10:00pm
•
Solon, OH
June 2016
11
Saturday
Birthday (Adult)
5:00pm - 8:00pm
•
Akron, OH
May 2016
26
Thursday
Cruise Ship Event
4:00pm - 5:00pm
•
Copley Township, OH
September 2015
04
Friday
Private Party
6:00pm - 9:00pm
•
Mentor-on-the-Lake, OH
August 2015
22
Saturday
Bar/Bat Mitzvah Party
8:00pm - 9:00pm
•
Beachwood, OH
14
Friday
Sporting Event
6:00pm - 8:00pm
•
Cleveland Heights, OH
02
Sunday
House Party
2:00pm - 10:00pm
•
Cleveland Heights, OH
July 2015
04
Saturday
Holiday Party (Other)
4:00pm - 11:00pm
•
Willowick, OH
June 2015
27
Saturday
Birthday (Adult)
3:00pm - 5:30pm
•
New Castle, PA
April 2015
11
Saturday
Fundraiser
5:00pm - 7:00pm
•
North East, PA
August 2014
23
Saturday
Birthday Party
5:00pm - 10:00pm
•
Fairview Park, OH
June 2014
08
Sunday
Anniversary Party
1:00pm - 4:00pm
•
Lakewood, OH
June 2013
14
Friday
Festival
11:00am - 3:30pm
•
Cleveland, OH
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