King Jonny Band

KJB offers a very professional show at all levels, including:

- high level band performance and musical execution
- top notch audio and lights equipment, when requested
- technical support during the live performance
- ease of working with, from paperwork to online presence and advertising
- professional and kind attitude at event
- respect of privacy and property
- versatile performance, personalized to your needs

King Jonny Band was founded in September 2025 by guitarist Andrea Merlino. After two years spent recruting the best musicians in the North Bay, the band was finally ready to go, and started performing live only after just a few rehearsals. Based in Santa Rosa, CA, we perform all through the San Francisco Bay neighborhoods. Here's the current band roster:

Jonny "The King" Sanchez - After 15+ years of solo career as a Elvis impersonator, Jonny finally found a new home performing with this band. He is the frontman, the entertainer, the crowd pleaser, and his voice is perfectly identical to Elvis Presley’s! Come and see us to believe!

Andy Cater - We call him the "Maestro", because of his incredible talent as musician, composer, arranger, performer, and producer. His performance on keyboards is the musical secret of our show. He covers piano, organ, synths, horns, strings, and more. Andy has been part of countless projects, including recently the Nest Project, for which he wrote and arranged most of the music.

Dan McGee - A born and raised Sonoma County musician, he's been part of the local live music scene for decades. Besides playing bass, he's also an accomplished trombone player. His walking bass skills shine all through our show, supporting the band with his classic, deep bass sound and powerful grooves.

Larry Gitlin - After many decades touring the US as professional drummer, and as session musician in L.A., recording drums for countless world-renown artists, he's now the backbone of the KJB. His precise, groovy and dynamic drumming is the binder for our performance, always bringing the perfect "swing" to every song.

Andrea Merlino - Born and raised in Lake Como, Italy, he moved to the Bay Area in 2002, pursuing his music career. He's the engine behind this show, organizing and directing the band, while on stage he's unleashing his rockabilly riffs and leeds, inciting the crowd. He's currently also playing with Steph Cali Band, The Vinyl Tap, and The Juggs.

In order to produce a professional level performance we require:

- at least #1 power outlet near the stage area under not loaded breaker (120V - 20A minimum)
- when power PA amplification and/or lights are requested, provide additional power outlet on separate breaker. for larger set ups, we can supply and connect to a breaker box (within 100' distance) our own dedicated electrical distribution box (240V - 50A) to feed all equipment needed for the show
- changing room/rest room suitable for outfits change.
- for outdoor events, appx 20'x20' shaded area with solid paving available for stage set up
- fairly direct, leveled access to event area, so that heavier equipment can be brought in by moving dolly.