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THE LINEUP
The Heartbeats
Meet the 10 musicians who bring the party to life
Patty Balbo
Lead Vocals • Acoustic Guitar
The Heartbeats' longest-tenured female vocalist. Sang with Shawn King & Marie Osmond. The band's 'Rock' and vocal arranger.
Bugzy
Guitar • Vocals
Signed to Iguana/Interscope. Composed for HBO's 'Deep Blue.' TV/radio commercials (Coors Light, Pizza Hut, Guess Jeans). Flawless guitar, rock n' roll sound.
Luke McShane
Saxophone
Youngest member. Jazz and pop saxophonist. NAfME All-National Jazz Ensemble, UPenn Jazz Band. Fresh, young enthusiasm.
Jose Diaz
Drums • Vocals
The driving force behind the band. Skilled in all drumming styles. "He puts The Beat in The Heartbeats."
Nicholas Casciano
Band Leader • Lead Vocals • Guitar • Percussion • Harmonica
Formed The Heartbeats in 1990. Multi-instrumentalist with 40+ years of experience. "He knows how to run a party."
Jim Bowman
Bass Guitar • Vocals
First and only bass player since 1991. Solid groove, wide vocal range, deep bass harmonies. Music arranger. Fun & energetic stage presence.
Tony Bethel
Trombone • Vocals
Temple University music major. Toured with Blue Magic. Performed/recorded with Stevie Wonder, Earth Wind & Fire, Donnie Hathaway. Soulful element.
Lindsay Pagano
Lead Vocals
Signed to Warner Brothers at 16. 'Everything U R' on AOL/WB's 'Maybe It's Me.' Team Shakira on The Voice. True diva style.
Ernie McAndrews
Keyboards • Vocals
Founding member. Classically trained pianist. Advanced keyboard programming gives The Heartbeats their authentic sound. Behind-the-scenes producer.
Jake Lane
Trumpet • Flugel Horn
Accomplished player since childhood. Performed with 'Philly Sound' bands. High tones give the horn section its 'Punch.'
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