October Performer Spotlight - The Bravo Brothers

This month we spotlight children's music artists "The Bravo Brothers". This duo is actually made up of an nephew/uncle team of Brian Dwyer and Rick Pantano. The Bravo Brothers music and shows are geared toward children 2 to 8 years of age. The Bravo Brothers debut album "I Like Noise" released nationally by Straw House Entertainment distributed by SONY/Red.

Brian Dwyer is a multi-talented performer, in addition to his music he is also "Big League Brian" official stilt-walker of the Boston Red Sox and appeared in the movie Fever Pitch. Brian has also performed with Clyde Beatty-Cole Brothers Circus, is a Big Apple Circus Clown Doctor at Children's Hospital in Boston, and is a graduate of the Ringling Bros. Barnum & Bailey Clown College.

Rick Pantano has been a musician since childhood and plays a wide variety of musical instruments. He performs not only with the Bravo Brothers but has also back "Bobby Boris Pickett" of "Monster Mash" fame. He is an award winning songwriter and also writes jingles and is currently creating music for a children's book

Their shows are a lively blend of original music, children's favorites, comedy with a little bit of juggling and mayhem thrown in. Their original music includes songs like the title track from their album "I Like Noise", "A Day at the Beach", and my personal favorite "Sock Monster". In addition to the Brian & Rick duo a full band is available and recommended for larger events or those with the budget to do so, nothing adds to any event like a full band.

The Bravo Brothers have performed at a wide variety of events for a multitude of clients including National Night Out, the US Navy/MWR Kids Karnival, July Fourth Events, performing arts events, theater shows, city festivals, PTO events, library appearances, recreation departments and Earth Fest Boston.

They have the kind of music that makes the little ones get up and dance and Mom's and Dad's appreciate that the music is great for listening on car trips.

The Bravo Brothers also offer to non-profit organizations the opportunity to host a low risk fundraising event in the Eastern Massachusetts area where they both call home. Please contact us for the details. However they are available to travel all over the United States.

May 2010 in Review

The month of May is now all but a memory, seems hard to believe!  We spent much of the month preparing for the summer season however we do have a couple of events to report on. 

The Bravo Brothers appeared in Groton, Connecticut for Kids Karnival a children's event sponsored by Subase New London's MWR.  We were so glad to see Kids Karnival get 3 days of nice weather after the last few years of lets just say not so optimum conditions.  The event ran from April 30 to May 2nd with the Bravo Brothers appearing on Saturday and Sunday May 1st and 2nd. Mary Catherine from the MWR Dept. said "I was very pleased with the Bravo Brothers, they really added a nice touch to Kids Karnival!"

 The Bravo Brothers are made up of Brian Dwyer and Rick Pantano (actually nephew and uncle) who currently have a children's music album available through Sony/RED Music on the Strawhouse Entertainment label.  Their music is geared toward children 2 to 10 years old and is fun for mom and dad to listen to as well.  You can find their albums available online @ Amazon or at your favorite music retailer. 

On May 7th we lauched the MacKay Entertainment Facebook page.  If you haven't already become a fan please do so today.  Everyday we post updates on new acts, routing opportunities, specials and more.  We try not to post more than once or twice a day as not to drive you crazy.  But if you are in the business of entertaining people we hope you might join us. 

Also I'd like to put a call out for marching bands to submit your package to us!  Please send photos, bio, references, video, music samples what ever you can to help us and you get the job.  Packages can be sent through e-mail to mackayentertainment@gmail.com or by USPS to Marybeth MacKay, MacKay Entertainment, P.O. Box 683, Bridgewater, MA 02324.  For the past two years I have had more calls from parades than I have parade units to fill the spots.  Such a shame to let a good job go!

A friendly reminder to all events, we are already getting requests for proposals for Fall 2010 & all of 2011 as well as contracts coming in.  However, we still have acts available for last minute booking for 2010, last minute acts can offer a great deal.  We are getting a number of last minute calls that are becoming difficult to fill.  Some tips for last minute booking:  1) you may want to be not too particular about the type of act, keep an open mind 2) the best deals can be found on routable or local acts 3) Remember to promote your last minute addition through the media, we are willing to help you do this at no charge, just ask.  That way you will get maximum bang for your last minute buck!