Now and Zen

East Peoria, IL

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Travels up to 60 miles

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Overview

Welcome to the world of music brought to life by the husband-and-wife duo Now and Zen with outstanding vocals, and unique musical performances elevated by the combination of modern technology and a rare fascinating instrument called a Zendrum. They play a diverse list of top hits including classic rock, pop, dance, Christian and country. Some venues include night clubs, concerts, wineries, festivals, fairs, Gospel fests and concerts, corporate events, wedding ceremonies and receptions to name a few.
We will provide the musical experience you want paying special attention to your needs! Our family friendly music is perfect for any event at a volume that won’t make your ears bleed!


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Booking information

Price range: Contact for rates

Gig length: 60 - 180 minutes

What to expect

We pride ourselves in being able to give our clients the experience they need. After 5 decades in the music industry, we are able to dynamically customize our sets based on what clients want to hear. We have a QR code that takes you to our song list of over 150 songs where audiences can select any song and we will play it.

Below is how we have been described by one web site with over 20,000 members:
Rod & Kathi are Central Illinois’ most unique husband-and-wife duo and the talent behind Now and Zen. Armed with the Zendrum (an instrument you need to see to believe) and the latest in music technology, they can cater to multiple demographics and venues from small to large for any occasion. With a rich full sound, excellent vocals, tight harmonies, and a repertoire of 150 songs from classic rock, country, pop, and all styles in-between, Now And Zen adapts their performance to create a great experience for every audience.

....And here is a review from one of Peoria's finest restaurants:
“Now And Zen reach across multiple generations and adjust set lists based off the immediate audience. They are so easy to work with, affordable, and increase sales every time they play. Now and Zen are simply exceptional. My restaurant, The Queen of Squash, books Now and Zen on a monthly basis because their sound, and mixture of different genres are in perfect alignment with the atmosphere our customers enjoy! ” - Heather Wolbeck, Owner, Queen of Squash, Peoria, IL
— The Queen of Squash, Peoria, IL

Team

Rod Simpson Zendrum and Vocals
Kathi Simpson Vocals

Set list

Copy and Paste this link to see our song list of over 150 songs covering 5 decades of music:
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Influences and inspiration

We cover many different Genres such as Classic Rock and Country(50's to 90's), novelty songs (Dr. Hook, B52's, etc.), R&B, Blues. Check out our song list to see the complete list. ((link hidden))

You can also see our bio, EPK, and, if you sign up for our mailing list, you can download our latest release "Come and Get My Love".

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