Sounds of the Summer

Myrtle Beach, SC

$125 and up.

Travels up to 60 miles

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How Deep Is Your Love - Bee Gees Steel Pan Cover

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Feels Like Summer - Childish Gambino Steel Pan Cover

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Dirty Dons Oyster Bar and Grill

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On the boardwalk!

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Coastal Carolina Universitie's Big Band, directed by Emilio Terranova.

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Myrtle Beaches Winter Wonderland festival

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Tree lighting ceremony

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CCUs steel band ensemble, directed by Jesse Willis and Tracy Thornton.

Overview

I am a steel drummer with over 10 years of experience. I have been featured on WMBF News and won 3rd place in the Brooklyn Panorama Competition, playing for the Philly Pan Stars in 2024. I have performed at hotels, festivals, and restaurants, entertaining guests with not only tropical music but also reggae, classic rock, and a variety of pop tunes. I try to keep a mix of old hits and modern tunes. I currently study music at Coastal Carolina University.


Reviews

2 reviews

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Mamie G.

May 31, 2026
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Excellent

Sounds of the Summer is amazing! Very easy to communicate with and is very much a crowd pleaser! Highly recommend for any occasion! Will book again!!!!

Hired as: Steel Drum Player


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Annah H.

June 12, 2025
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Perfect for any event!

Sounds of the summer was amazing! She was so talented and everyone enjoyed her music! Such a great experience!

Hired as: Steel Drum Player

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Booking information

Price range: $125 and up.

Languages: English, German

Gig length: 60 - 240 minutes

What to expect

I love keeping the audience on their toes! my set list ranges from Sabrina Carpenter to Bob Marley to Steely Dan. I play songs that people would've never thought they would hear a steel drum play. It surprises audiences in a good way. I also interact with audiences by allowing people to play the drum (if they want to). I generally play calypso, soca, reggae, pop, and classic rock genres. If a song is requested in advance, I can learn it for ya!

About

I have been playing steel pan for 10+ years, and I am currently in college studying music. I have performed with a variety of Coastal Carolina University's ensembles such as their big band (jazz), world music ensemble, etc. I also perform regularly around South Carolina outside of school. I have performed for Dirty Don's Oyster Bar and Grill, Landshark in Barefoot Landings, Ocean Reef Resort (Myrtle Beach), Buoys on the Boulevard, and even some festivals such as the Myrtle Beach Winter Wonderland Festival. I also perform for private events and weddings.

Additional booking notes

I typically have a small setup, but if it's a larger venue/audience, I use a mixer/mics. I only need a power outlet for my speaker.

Influences and inspiration

Despite my young age, I enjoy listening to oldies such as The Beatles, Jimmy Buffett, Bob Marley, and Steely Dan. I also listen to Jazz and other steelpan musicians such as Andy Narell and the Caribbean Jazz Project.

Setup requirements

Electrical outlet for speaker.

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