The Bläk Shëp

Columbus, OH

$150-300

Travels up to 30 miles

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Rainbow Connection (The Muppets)

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How Far I'll Go (Disney's Moana)

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Pure Imagination (Willy Wonka)

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I Just Can't Wait to Be King (Disney's Lion King)

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Overview

Whether it’s a birthday party, summer party, or a sunny afternoon on a patio, The Blak Shep brings music that connects with everyone. I’m an acoustic performer who can play covers across multiple genres and eras -anything from classic rock, modern hits, and even a Disney and kids’ tunes that delight audiences of all ages!

My goal is simple: to create joyful, energetic, and unforgettable moments wherever I play. Perfect for restaurants, parties, community events, libraries, daycares, and more! I will tailor to the crowd, ensuring good vibes and plenty of sing-alongs.

Let’s make your next event one to remember!!


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Booking information

Price range: $150-300

Languages: English

Gig length: 60 - 180 minutes

What to expect

The Bläk Shëp are here to bring joy to the people through high energy performances and great music. We want to provide a space where anyone listening can remember what it's like to be completely free to be ourselves, to sing and dance and remember to be ourselves again for a few moments.

We would like to remind you that rocknroll is supposed to be fun, and can bring out the kid in all of us, no matter our age. We bring the good vibes and the good times to any age group, venue, or event so you all can sit back, relax, and be entertained with some good ole fashioned rock ‘n roll fun!

About

The Bläk Shëp was born into a traveling family circus, also known as a folk country band. Throughout the 90's he could be heard with has family traveling the Ohio region.

He played backup in his first Blues band at 14, joined his first band at 15, and started his first band at 17. Now, 42, he has worked with industry professionals from Columbus to Miami FL, where he worked performing 6/7 days a week for over 3 years, playing clubs, beach stages, and weddings. During that time, he also performed for children with 'Rock-U-cation'

Additional booking notes

We have all our own equipment and would only need a PA and cover if it is summer and out in the sun.

Past booked events

August 2022

11

Thursday

Festival

4:00pm - 5:30pm

Dublin, OH

Team

Allen Sanders Guitar & Sing
Bryan Overholt Drums

Set list

1. 3 Little Birds -Bob Marly
(phone number hidden) - Fitz & the Tantrums
3. Can’t Stop the Feeling - Justin Timberlake
4. Happier - Bastille
5. Here Comes the Sun - The Beatles
6. Higher Power - Coldplay
7. I Just Can’t Wait to Be King - Lion King
8. I Just Wanna Shine - Fitz & the Tantrums
9. I Wanna Be Like You - Jungle Book
10. Renegades - X Ambassadors
11. Shut Up & Dance - Walk the Moon
12. Stressed Out - 21 Pilots
13. Sunday Best - Surfaces
14. Sunflower - Post Malone/Swae Lee
15. Surviving - Bastille
16. This is Me - The Greatest Showman
17. Wake Me Up - Aviici
18. We are Gonna Be Friends
19. Way Less Sad - AJR
20. On Top of the World - Imagine Dragons
& more

Influences and inspiration

Our influences are both in music and in entertainment. We enjoy pop music and rockrnoll, Jim Henson, Disney, children's music, Weird Al, and anyone who is bringing joy to music for the people.

Setup requirements

We can bring all our own and be self contained.

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