Cigarette Break, one of the most sought after bands around, has been a pioneer for fusing the music of jazz, hip hop, R&B, and gospel into our own sound. From their 2002 debut until the present, they have performed with several well known, national recording artists such as Conya Doss, Silm of 112, Eric Roberson, Tye Tribbet, Pamela Williams, Tank, RL, and many more.
Yancyy is a dynamic entertainer whose musical charisma transcends genres, captivating jazz lovers, classical audiences, ecclesiastics, and fans of pop, rock, funk, and hip-hop. A Detroit native, he fell in love with the saxophone at 13 after hearing its soul-stirring sound in church and quickly became a self-taught prodigy. His dedication led him to the prestigious Interlochen Fine Arts Academy and a Bachelor of Fine Arts in performance from the University of Michigan. A versatile multi-instrumentalist, composer, and arranger, Yancyy has released several acclaimed projects, including Sax Chronicles, Volume 1, featuring Grammy-winning producer Phil Davis. He has headlined international tours and festivals, performed alongside legends like Stevie Wonder, George Benson, and the Temptations, and contributed his captivating sound to numerous celebrated artists. Featured in Saxophone Journal and Eclipse Magazine, he is also a devoted humanitarian, using music as a tool to uplift and inspire, supporting organizations such as The Angel House and the “Enough Said 490 Challenge.” Today, Yancyy continues to perform at festivals, corporate events, and religious gatherings while working on his upcoming gospel/jazz release, bringing joy and melodic inspiration to audiences everywhere.
The Olen Franklin Experience
The Olen Franklin Experience Band debuted on New Year's Eve 2016 at Gibraltar Milwaukee. This high energy band consisted of four friends who worked together for many years playing with various artists in the city of Milwaukee. Throughout the years they have formed a bond like no other, so bringing their talents together to design this band was easy. Members of the band perform with many artists such as the Kevin Hayden Band, Cigarette Break, R&B Live House band, and Joe Jordan and Friends - just to name a few. What separates this unit from the others is the variety of different styles and genres of music - Jazz to Latin, R&B to Hip Hop. All members got developed their roots in the church, all still devote time to the church today. They feel it is important that they pay homage to where they came from and the church played a major role in that musical development
Experience the magic of live music with Brew City Soul Music Group LLC. Our talented musicians bring soulful performances that captivate audiences. With a diverse repertoire ranging from classic hits to modern tunes, we create unforgettable musical experiences for all events. Committed to professionalism and excellence, we tailor our performances to suit your unique preferences. Let us elevate your event with the power of music. Join us in celebrating the joy of music and creating lasting memories together.
DJ Nic Stokes is a Midwest-based DJ from Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Nic first got his start as a DJ at 9 years old on Milwaukee’s WJMR Jammin’ 98.3FM as a reoccurring guest on his father's radio show. This catapulted Nic into the world of music & entertainment. DJ Nic Stokes’ music taste is vast and can be attributed to his time living in the South, midwest and east coast regions.
Thoughtful and fresh, DJ Nic Stokes is a creative, versatile entertainer who has won the trust of a wide variety of clients across the country. Nic's client roster includes professional sports, festivals, and nightclubs, which he takes seriously to ensure that each and every event he DJs is a success. Whether it's a wedding, club event or private party, Nic comes prepared with music that gets your guests on their feet. He has a deep knowledge of technology, and he is known as someone that can be counted on to deliver quality results regardless of the situation.
Jubu Smith John “Jubu” Smith has worked as a sideman for 41 of his 45 years, beginning as a harmony vocalist in his father’s Oakland gospel quartet before adding bass, then guitar, to his responsibilities in the group. At 19, he began playing guitar for the Oakland R&B band Tony Toni Toné, whose front man, Raphael Saadiq, he’d known since both were kids playing on the local quartet circuit.
Smith spent a decade with the Tonies before going on the road for a year and a half with Whitney Houston. For the past 15 years, he’s been touring internationally eight months per year, primarily on weekends, with Maze, featuring Frankie Beverly. Those credits don’t include countless recording sessions with the likes of Luther Vandross, Mary J. Blige, Boyz II Men, Toni Braxton, George Duke and George Benson.