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The Critics offer both male and female lead singers, a sizzling horn section, and an "I can feel it in my toes" rhythm section ... a combination that is sure to bring any crowd to its feet! The Critics play a wide variety of styles; R&B, Rock n' Roll, Soul, Reggae, Oldies, Pop, Standards, you name it ... The Critics play it! And they bring energy, humor, and fun to every show!
In the past year, The Critics have played over 100 weddings and private parties ... all to rave reviews. (Click here to read a few testimonials.)
Even when The Critics take a short break, the party doesn't stop. We're happy to provide your party with taped music to be played when the band takes a break. We have our own party/dance mix that includs all your favorites.
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Jim DeMauro - Trumpet/
Valve Trombone & Background Vocals Jim DeMauro started playing trumpet at the early age of 8 years old. He started performing professionally at the age of 19 with Syracuse vocal legend Ronnie Leigh in his band Alliance. His career also includes freelancing for many years as a side man with many well known national artists and a great number of local and regional bands. Along with playing trumpet, percussion and singing background vocals, Jim books and co-manages the Critics with lead vocalists Michael Houston. Musical influences include trumpet greats Miles Davis and Dizzy Gillespie, vocalist extraordinaire Al Jarreau and funk groups Earth, Wind & Fire and Tower of Power to name a few.. A graduate of Syracuse University with a Bachelor’s and Masters degrees in Music Education he is a music educator in the Phoenix Central School district. Jim gives special thanks to his father who always supported his trumpet playing and "dragged me to those Saturday afternoon trumpet lessons." Jim resides in Syracuse NY, with his two children Christopher & Alena. |
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Michael Houston -
Lead and Background Vocals |
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Anjela Lynn -
Lead & Background Vocals |
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Ken Satterfield -
Bass |
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Jacquis aka "JJ" - Drums |
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Jeff Houston -
Lead Guitar & Vocals |
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Kimo Cortini -
Keyboards & Vocals |
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Don Williams -
Saxophones |
In the past years, The Critics were featured at venues such as:
The Critics have played live at:
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