Austin Ellis
- Nashville, TN
- Singing Guitarist
- 260 Verified Bookings
Michael T. said “Besides being a fantastic singer and musician, Austin related well to the audience and captivated all. We went into this event hoping our guests would…”
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Usual Suspects Band is a 10 piece Wedding & Dance Band based in Louisville, Kentucky. USB consists of 6 Rhythm / Vocalists Led by "The Voice" participant Amber French and Pianist Mike Damron, and boasts the BEST Horn Section in the Mid-West! Performing a wide variety of music from 70's to today, USB covers Rock, R&B, Pop, Soul, Funk, Blues and Motown Hits...something for everyone!!! We are 5 Star Rated by Gigmasters, Gigsalad, Bark, Weddingwire and (link hidden)!!! If you are looking for Kentuckiana's Premier Wedding & Party Band to entertain your next event... let Usual Suspects Band entertain your Wedding Reception, Corporate Event, Private Party or Community Concert / Festival!!!
First and foremost I was a fan of Usual Suspects band before our wedding so it was great to share this event with them. The band was super easy to work with and I had a unique request to perform a song with them as a surprise for my bride and there were great about it! And I have to say they sounded the best I’ve ever heard them at our wedding! Maybe a little biased but some of the new members fit right in and everything was tight and sounded great. And of course Amber is a talent second to none. Girl has pipes!
Not often you come across an incredible 9 piece band with horn section, let alone one that doesn’t ask for deposit! Requested a special song “time warp” rocky horror picture show. They KILLED IT! Best group to work with!
Response from The Usual Suspects Band:
We had an absolute BLAST celebrating with you guys Brian!!! Appreciate you having us!!!
if you are planning an event and need a great band the Usual
Suspects is it!! They are fantastic and so easy to work with!!!
Response from The Usual Suspects Band:
Thanks for having us Kathy!!! It was a BLAST!!!
Happy Birthday!!!
Price Range: Contact for rates
Gig Length: 120 - 240 minutes
Languages: English
Outstanding Rhythm Section Featuring Amber French Lead Vocals, Mike Damron on Keys / Vocals, Sandy Knudson Vocals, Jeff Beers on Bass, Annalie Durham on Drums / Percussion and Bruce Jones on Lead Guitar. The Band also features the BEST Horn Section in the Mid-West with Isaac Stephens on Alto Sax / Tenor Sax / Trumpet, Jeff Mackey on Tenor Sax, Matt Yarborough on Trombone and Tim Hamilton on Lead Trumpet. Together, USB averages over 25 years of touring and performance experience!!! We perform a wide variety of music to suit any mood or genre for your event!!!
The Usual Suspects Band got its start in 2012 by Founder Jeff Mackey (Tenor Sax) with a group of well-rounded musicians from the Tri-State area, and is based in Central Kentucky. Our members have toured Regionally and Nationally with various bands and was put together through friendships made along the road. USB has performed at events in Kentucky, Indiana, Illinois, Ohio & Tennessee...earning 5 STAR Ratings from (link hidden), (link hidden), Bark, Google, Facebook and Gigsalad.com and is a Preferred Vendor from (link hidden)!!! The Usual Suspects Band takes the best music from old to new, and covers it all!!! The BEST from the 70's to Today's Rock, R&B, Pop, Soul, Blues, Motown Hits!!! Artists covered include Chicago, Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin, Tina Turner, Billy Joel, The Rolling Stones, Nora Jones, Amy Winehouse, Otis Redding, Earth Wind & Fire, Tower of Power, Steely Dan, Delbert McClinton, Pharrell Williams, Bruno Mars, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy and various Motown Artists, among many others. We have a wide variety of music to cover any occasion or venue!!!
Stage Plot and Song List available on request
December 31, 2021–January 01, 2022 • 9:00pm - 1:00am | USB at Capital Plaza Hotel NYE Party |
October 23, 2021 • 6:00pm - 10:00pm | USB at Transylvania University Pike Alumni Event |
September 18, 2021 • 7:00pm - 10:00pm | USB at Party in the Park Georgetown Ky. |
September 03, 2021 • 6:00pm - 10:00pm | USB at Friday After 5 Owensboro |
August 28, 2021 • 7:00pm - 11:00pm | USB at Boots and Pearls Fundraiser |
August 22, 2021 • 8:00pm - 11:30pm | USB at Kentucky State Fair |
August 21, 2021 • 8:00pm - 11:30pm | USB at Kentucky State Fair |
August 20, 2021 • 7:00pm - 11:00pm | USB at Rough River State Park |
August 14, 2021 • 6:00pm - 10:00pm | USB at Mallard Pointe Block Party |
July 31, 2021 • 6:00pm - 8:30pm | USB at Maysville Ky. Summer Concert Series |
July 30, 2021 • 8:00pm - 11:00pm | USB at Williamsburg Ky. Summer Concert Series |
May 06, 2017 • 7:00pm - 10:00pm | Wedding Reception |
February 18, 2017–February 19, 2017 • 7:00pm - 12:00am | Culculic Wedding Party @ J-town CC |
February 10, 2017–February 11, 2017 • 7:00pm - 12:00am | Bowling Wedding Party @ The Olmstead |
January 21, 2017–January 22, 2017 • 9:00pm - 1:00am | Hotel Louisville |
January 07, 2017–January 08, 2017 • 10:00pm - 2:00am | Wick's on Baxter |
December 31, 2016–January 01, 2017 • 8:00pm - 1:00am | Capital Plaza Hotel NYE Party |
November 26, 2016 • 3:00pm - 8:00pm | Cardinal Alley Tailgate Party UK vs U of L |
November 25, 2016–November 26, 2016 • 10:00pm - 2:00am | Wick's on Baxter |
November 12, 2016 • 8:00pm - 11:00pm | Celebration of Lights Charity Event |
November 11, 2016 • 7:00pm - 11:00pm | Cronan Party @ Owl Creek Country Club |
October 29, 2016–October 30, 2016 • 7:00pm - 12:00am | Tyra Wedding Reception |
December 31, 2015 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Capital Plaza Hotel NYE Party in Frankfort, Ky. |
November 28, 2015 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | The Healing Place Charity Event in Louisville, Ky. |
November 14, 2015 | Birthday (Adult) |
November 14, 2015 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Knights of Columbus Hall for Sizemore Party |
October 17, 2015 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Tropicana Casino in Evansville, IN. |
October 16, 2015 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Tropicana Casino in Evansville, IN. |
October 03, 2015 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | General Butler State Park |
September 26, 2015 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Cardinal Alley in Louisville Ky. |
June 27, 2015 | Wedding Reception |
Available on Request
Amber Reese | Lead Vocals |
Bruce Jones | Lead Guitar |
Mike Damron | Keyboard / Vocals |
Sandra Knudson | Vocals |
Steven Anto | Bass / Rhythm Guitar |
Annalie Durbin | Drums / Percussion |
Jeff Mackey | Tenor Sax / Percussion |
Isaac Stephens | Alto Sax / Tenor Sax / Trumpet |
Matt Yarborough | Lead Trombone |
Tim Hamilton | Lead Trumpet |
Artists covered include Chicago, Stevie Wonder, Earth Wind and Fire, The Commodors, Lionel Ritchey, Aretha Franklin, Tina Turner, Billy Joel, The Rolling Stones, Tower of Power, Huey Lewis, Various Motown Artists and Many More.
Available on Request
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