BOOKING FOR
THE SANDI HAYNES AGENCY
Contact Jane Allyson to book any of our solo or duo entertainers.
Bands Available
Email: Janeallyson@gmail.com
Call or text: 773-414-4477
Abigail Riccards – Vocalist and keyboard
Abigail has garnered much attention for her high energy performances and her smokey personalized approach to her lyrics. She brings a new look & sound to the Classic American Songbook. Abigail is a worldwide Jazz recording artist with several albums to her name. A multi-talented vocalist, she rocks the pop & oldies hits from the 50’s - 90’s, covering such greats as Billy Joel, Aretha, Elton John, Elvis, Sister Sledge, Bette Midler and others. Abigail started her career in New York City, where she was an active artist in New York's jazz scene. She has performed at many of the most treasured venues in NYC, including Birdland, the Jazz Standard, The Kitano, Sweet Rhythm and others and has collaborated with many of the best jazz musicians in the world. Now in Chicagoland, Abigail is performing at all of the top clubs here: The Green Mill, the Jazz Showcase & Andy’s Jazz Club. Abigail has a master’s Degree and teaches at the college level. She is available as a soloist, a duo “2 Voices 2 Pianos” or with her jazz quartet.
Al & Guy Show - DUO - Vocals with Guitar & Backtracks
The Al and Guy Show! Music, Fun and Entertainment! Al Konrath and Guy Klinzing - Two knuckleheads with a guitar just about sums their act! Al and Guy sing and play the hits from the 1950's to the 1980's. Sing-a-long with hits from Neil Diamond, Roy Orbison, Elvis, The Monkeys and more. This exciting musical duo will do just about anything to put a smile on your face! Al and Guy both have their own oldies/rock bands and have been in the business of entertainment for years. Guy is the leader of the Duck and Cover Band and Al is the leader of Claremont Drive Band. They both know how to work their audiences and provide a unique spin on performing and their music.
Andrew Collins – Vocalist and keyboard
Andrew Collins has been entertaining for almost as long as he has been breathing. As a solo piano/singer, a band member, and as a dancer (!), he has performed just about everywhere…country clubs, banquet halls, restaurants, casinos, boats, grocery stores and cabarets. Besides his solo entertaining, he currently plays with Windy City Dueling Pianos and the Rocks Off Rolling Stones tribute band. Spanning a wide variety of genres, he just loves to make the music, whether it’s Sinatra standards, Ed Sheeran singles or all points in between.
Barret Haselwood – Ukulele, bass & vocals
Barrett’s show presents songs your grandparents loved, to songs you recently discovered by artists like Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, Bette Midler, John Denver, Elvis and Bruce Springsteen. Having worked on cruise ships for over 8 years, Barrett knows how to bring the music to his audience. The unique and exciting sound of Barrett's ukulele and deep bass lines will have you dancing and singing along with familiar songs the whole show. This isn’t your typical ukulele show, you’ll be hearing sounds from Rock, Oldies, Standards, Jazz as well as tunes from the islands. Barrett is a member of the Blue Rocket Band.
Dave Rice – Vocalist and keyboard
Dave is a high energy musician playing music from the 40’s to present. Heavily influenced by the blues, Dave performed with artists such as Buddy Guy and Otis Rush. Dave’s 10-year tour with Otis Rush took him all over the world. Dave has also performed with Robert Plant, Jimmy Page, Pearl Jam and the Cryan’ Shames. Dave is a current member of The Blue Rocket Band and Vintage Vinyl Band. Dave has a very interactive show with lots of audience participation. Jerry Lee Lewis, Frank Sinatra, Elvis, Marvin Gaye, Frankie Valli, Michael Buble to name a few, Rock, Motown, Country, Oldies, Big Band, Jazz, Blues and more. (Limited availability during the school season)
David D'rone - Vocalist w/backtracks
David is our newest member and our Frank Sinatra crooner and pop music artist singing hits from all eras. More info to come.
Gayle Bisesi – Vocalist and Backtracks
Gayle Bisesi, known as the "name game girl" (by memorizing her audience's names by the end of her show) is an engaging jazz vocalist who brings an exciting, playful edge to jazz and swing music. She has shared the stage with such musical greats as Patti Austin, Frank Mantooth, Kevin Mahogany to name a few. Her international tours have taken her to the Montreux Jazz Festival, North Sea Jazz Festival, and all over Europe. Gayle also teaches and directs vocal jazz at Elmhurst University. Gayle brings the swinging sounds of Jazz, Big Band, Blues and Broadway hits to her audience along with her exciting improvisational skills to get her audience scat singing along with her. Gayle also sings the pop and oldie hits from the 50’s to the 80’s. Gayle is available as a soloist, duo or with her jazz trio.
Jane Allyson - Vocalist with backtracks
Jane is interactive, high-energy & thoroughly entertaining. Her programs consist of, upbeat music, captivating stories, trivia and audience participation, all delivered with her “every show can be a party” attitude. Highly trained in multiple genres, her vocal ability is top-notch with a vast 1500 song repertoire. Jane covers a wide variety of music from the 30s through today, with a focus on oldies: 50s & 60s pop music, Motown and 70s & 80s contemporary hits. After 20 years performing across the USA in musical theatre and trained in interactive audience participation at Second City, Jane can read her audience, is flexible in the moment and engages with everyone in the room. All are invited to sing along! Jane is also part of the Blue Rocket Band, The Jane Allyson Trio, her quartet “The Fizz”, and her 6-piece oldies group “Jane Allyson and the Galaxies”.
Jeff Rutter – Guitar & Vocals
Jeff began his professional performance career, touring with such acts as The New Seekers of the song Georgie Girl fame, and R&B legends, The Drifters. Since 1979, Jeff’s been performing with his own band, Scramble. Scramble was one of Chicagoland’s top dance bands during the 70’s and 80’s. Also in 1985, Jeff became the guitarist for the late-1960’s to early 1970’s band The Cryan’ Shames. He is also a member of The Blue Rocket Band. Jeff specializes in music from the 40’s to 70’s. His magnetic personality keeps the crowd singing and dancing to their favorite tunes. Oldies, Rock, Disco, Standards and Jazz..
Mark & Terrence – Vocalists with Guitars & Backtracks
(Available Sundays & Wednesdays only) Mark & Terrence are actors, singers & guitarists who present a fun lineup of 1960s songs and the musical groups that made rock & roll great. Witty banter, jokes, and audience participation are hallmarks of all their shows. Mark has a theatre degree from Northwestern and claims to know a little bit about everything. Terrence is a retired police officer and substitute teacher with a history of improv. They had been involved in professional musical theatre for many years and both are currently active in local theatre as well.
Randy McCallister – Vocalist and Backtracks
Randy is a versatile singer and entertainer who has been performing in the Chicagoland area for the past 10 years. Randy has been seen headlining at such venues as Gibson’s in Oak Brook, ZEAL in Schaumburg and Villaggio’s in Roselle to name a few. He can come as a solo act or a duo act with backtracks or with his band Vintage Vinyl. Randy covers music of Otis Redding, Wilson Pickett, Sinatra, Elvis, The Temptations, The Stylistics, Four Tops and more. Randy’s band Vintage Vinyl are available for concerts and events doing a mix of music from all eras and genres. They also have 2 tribute shows available. A Tribute to Burt Bachrach and also A Tribute to Neil Diamond and Carole King.
Rebecca Rivera– Vocalist and Backtracks
Rebecca is an esteemed professional singer and accomplished songwriter, captivating audiences across renowned stages in Chicago, Milwaukee, and Nashville. With her enchanting voice, she has graced international venues, leaving a lasting impression wherever she goes. From timeless classics to contemporary hits, Rebecca effortlessly delivers a delightful performance that transcends eras. Having spent the past 10 years as an Activity Professional in the senior community herself, Rebecca knows firsthand how to collaborate with her audience and what it takes to perform for the senior population. Music is not just her craft, but her true passion and calling, as she finds immense joy in sharing her extraordinary voice with audiences from all walks of life.
Rob McDougle – Guitar and vocals
Rob is a versatile performer who for years has played guitar and sung in several popular Chicago area bands including The Blooze Brothers, 'Sandi Haynes and the Blue Rocket Band," and Blues singer Nora Jean Bruso who Rob played national and European Blues festivals with. A top notch and versatile performer, Rob offers a show of classic Country music culled from years of experience playing and singing Country music in Chicago area night clubs and touring the Midwest with Nashville recording artist David Wills (5 top forty Country hits). If names like Merle Haggard, Johnny Cash, Ernest Tubb, Waylon Jennings, Ray Price and Elvis Presley get your toes tapping then Rob will be a hit at your event. Rob also plays & sings a variety of other oldies hits.
Terrence Sherrill – Guitar and vocals
Terrence is 1/2 of the Mark & Terrence Duo above. Flexible availability.
Verne Allison – Vocalist with Backtracks
Recording artist Verne Allison’s soulful but exciting voice brings back the memories of the music from the Motown era and also the great standards, pop tunes, oldies and blues from the 40’s to the present. Verne is also an accomplished drummer having toured with such internationally famous groups as The Dells and The Emotions, to name a few. He is currently a vocalist for the High Society Wedding Orchestra. Verne makes the music from the great Motown and Oldie eras come alive. Verne is available as a solo act or with his band.
