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Below are some of the companies/locations Mario has performed for/at:

3M
Pepsi
IBM
State Farm Insurance
Kraft Foods
Medi-Credit
Commerce Banks
1st National Banks
Verizon
Western Blue Print Imaging Technologies
Hilton Hotels
Holiday Inns Hotels
Marriott Hotels
Caesars Hotel & Casino, Atlantic City, N.J.
Circus-Circus Casino, Las Vegas, NV
Isle of Capri Casino, Boonville, MO.
Ringling Bros and Barnum & Baily Circus
Ringling Bros & Barnum & Baily Circus World, Orlando, FL
Shrine Circus Tours
Madison Square Garden, NYC
Palace Theatre, NYC
Radio City Music Hall, NYC with Guinness World Records Show
Gaillard Auditorium, Charleston, S.C.
Newberry Opera House, Newberry, S.C.
Rochester Opera House, Rochester, N.H.
Claremont Opera House, Claremont, N.H.
Zeiterion Theatre, New Bedford, MA
Calvin Theatre, Northampton, MA
Stadium Theatre, Woonsocket, R.I.
Missouri Theatre, Columbia, MO
Missouri Theatre, Saint Joseph, MO
Richardson Auditorium, Lincoln Univ. Jefferson City, MO
Ottawa Municipal Auditorium, Ottawa, KS
University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS
Performing Art Center, Lubbock, TX
Midland Center, Midland, TX
River Park Center, Owensboro, KY
Richlands Auditorium, Richlands, VA
Whitaker Center for Performing Arts, Harrisburg, PA
Mountain Arts Center, Prestonburg, KY
Round Lake Arts Center, Round Lake, NY
MetroCentre, Rockford, IL
Ross Ragland Theatre, Klamath Falls, OR
University of Massachutes, Amherst, MA
American International College, Springfield, MA
Gaslight Village, Lake George, NY
Dorney Park, Allentown, PA
Missouri Girls Town, Kingdom City, MO
Semco, Inc.
Pike County Fair, Bowling Green, MO
Ct. State Fair, Ct.
Columbia Mall, Columbia, MO
Jefferson Sq. Mall, Klamath Falls, OR
Vintah County Fair,Vernal, UT
Anderson County, Anderson, SC
East Kansas Auditorium, Norton, KS
Powell Concerts Auditorium, Page, AZ
Academy Of Music, Brooklyn, NYC
Municipal Auditorium, Mobery, MO
Missouri Boys Town, Springfield, MO
Central Florida Fair, Orlando, FL
County Fair Of South Dade, Homestead, FL
Reading Fair, Reading, PA
Trenton State Fair, Trenton, NJ
Castleton State College, Castleton, VT
Knox College, Galesburg, IL
University of Pittsburg, Pittsburg, PA
Indiana Univ. of SE, New Albany, IN
University of New Mexico, Albuquerque NM
State University of New York, Oneonta, NY
State University of New York, Farmingdale, NY
Montgomery Co. Comm. College , Bluebell, PA
Fashion Insitute of Technology, NYC
Marist College, Poughkeepsie, NY
Montclair State University, Montclair, NJ
Howard University, Washington D.C.
Illinois Institute of Technology, Chicago, IL
East Stroudsburg University, PA
Univ. of IL. Chicago, IL
Univ. of Buffalo, Buffalo, NY
Greater Westchester Co Fair & Expo
Yonkers Raceway, NY
Three County Fair, Northampton, MA
Canadian Nation Exhibition, Toronto, ON, CAN
Pensacola Interstate Fair, Pensacola, FL
Western Fair, London, ON, CAN
Yorktown Grange Fair, Yorktown Heights, NY

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THE ROYS - Nashville
The highest charting duo of 2007 on Music Row Chart!
You know it when you hear it – a song or sound that strikes a rare balance between brilliantly fresh and disarmingly familiar. Maybe it's the deeply resonant imagery of the single "Grandpa's Barn," the arresting sibling harmonies on "Raining On The Roses" or the searing guitar of "We're Gonna Get There." That instant of discovery – "Where did this come from?" – is what every music fan craves.
And while new country duo The Roys are turning heads with their Pedestal/Nine North debut, those bolt-from-the-blue reactions are the product of a hard-earned education and a lifetime of musical devotion.
Ten years ago, promising recording artists like Lee and Elaine Roy would have been signed to a major label and the idea of releasing an album independently would have been ridiculed. Of course, some odd years ago The Roys were signed to a major label. And today, nobody's laughing about independent country music. Not anymore. "This album represents years of trial and error and finally feeling like we have it right this time," says Lee. "It's the album we've always wanted to make, but were never given the chance." "It's a new beginning," Elaine adds. "We feel like we're meant to do this, and even though it's been kind of a crazy journey, we wouldn't change a thing about where we are now."
Born in Fitchburg, Massachusetts to French-Canadian parents, Elaine and Lee showed an early affinity for music, a natural pull that only intensified when the family moved to New Brunswick, Canada. "We were in a little town called Coal Branch," Elaine says. "If you blink, you miss it. I had already been singing and we were both constantly listening to country music. Our maternal grandparents, aunts and uncles were very musical. They'd play guitar and fiddle and step dance. We were always so excited about family gatherings." While Elaine took guitar lessons, Lee taught himself to play drums on barrels and buckets, eventually adding bass, guitar, mandolin and keys to his repertoire. "I remember saying, 'I don't feel good,' and as soon as the school bus passed I was banging away on the drum kit," Lee says. "Mom would throw me in the car and take me to school."
The family eventually moved back to Fitchburg, forcing Lee to give up the bluegrass band he'd formed. Without their musical support system, the siblings turned to each other, forming a virtual four-piece with a drum machine and bass tracks. That pairing eventually led to another move. "I remember being five years old and knowing that I wanted to be in Nashville singing," Elaine says. "I didn't even know what Nashville was. I'd hear Dolly Parton on the radio and think there were people somewhere in a room singing, and that's what was coming over the radio."
Long before they moved to Nashville, The Roys had a pretty good grasp of where...and what...Music City was. Their first run in town seemed to be a clear path to all their dreams – they were young prodigies signed to one of Music Row's powerhouse labels and working with one of country music's marquee producers. Creatively, however, the situation wasn't all they'd hoped. "Any time we got involved with labels it was, 'Here's what you should cut and here's what you're going to cut," Lee says. Eventually, their label was scared off by a potential legal entanglement, and The Roys were dropped. Still, they continued writing songs, meeting with labels and plying their craft as much as Nashville allowed. "It was always about playing music, but we were in Nashville and couldn't," Lee says. “Believe it or not, there’s so much talent in Nashville, it’s hard to make a living there as a performing musician unless you’re on the road. So we said, ‘You know what? We can go home and make money playing music.’” And that's just what they did, returning to Fitchburg and recharging themselves on the pure joy of creating and performing. "For the first time in a while we could sing what we wanted and be who we are," Elaine says. "We went back to our local clubs and started building that fan base. But one day Elaine called and said, 'I love this, but I feel like we're meant to do this on a different level.' I prayed about it. Either I'm meant to do this or God needed to take this out of my heart and soul. End it for me."
Instead, doors began opening. Not always the right ones, but openings nonetheless. "Every time it seemed like a door was closing, we'd get a call," Lee explains. The most significant was the one producer Kenny Royster walked through. "He's a vocal coach and a great producer who's done a lot in this town," Elaine says. "We met with him and he said he'd been waiting his whole life for that special act to come through the door and we were it."
Returning to Nashville, The Roys focused intently on their opportunity. And they were able to apply years of experience. "When we signed our first deal, I was 18," Lee says. "I was like, 'Put me in a bus and put me on the road!' Knowing what goes along with that now, I'm not sure I could have handled that. It would have been really cool to be out at the bars every night, but I could have really gotten caught in that party life." Now, the emphasis is squarely on the task at hand. "Music is my addiction," Lee says. "We gave up good jobs to come back here and take another run at it. Six figure jobs." They centered their efforts on creating their own music their way. But when they got close to finishing their album, they faced a decision. "We've had several offers in the last year," Lee explains. "They've all said, 'We think you guys are great. We can put you on the slate for 2010.' If you think we're good enough, why wait?" So The Roys formed Pedestal Records and aligned with former Sony executive Larry Pareigis' Nine North Records for promotion.
In the wake of independent successes by Emerson Drive, Taylor Swift and Tracy Lawrence, the playing field is suddenly swinging in favor of the indie. And The Roys aim to take advantage. Their first and most important leg up is in the music. "From track one to track 12, we stand behind this 100 percent," Lee says. "This represents us, from the bluegrass sound to traditional country to more contemporary sounds." Finally, The Roys are in a position to do what they've spent their entire lives preparing to do. "Everybody has a calling in life," Elaine says. "Ours was inevitable from a very young age." Lee adds, "We're just your typical 15-year overnight sensation.
"http://www.theroyscountry.com/home.html

WIL DEYNES - New York, NY
You know how sometimes people sound familiar, while also sound original and fresh? I'd say Wil Deynes is like that. Put Ben Folds, Dashboard Confessionals and Keane in a blender, hit the switch and the sound you hear will be Deynes. -www.scrink.com

Wil Deynes’ clear, soulful voice immediately grabs you. And his urban melodies—that sound good on vinyl or a podcast—make you want to come back for a second listen. Not surprisingly, Deynes’ career has been taking off, including a recent feature on NPR’s Open Mic, a huge myspace response and growing internet buzz.

Fans are surprised to find out that he didn’t lay out big bucks on his debut EP, Stay. (Actually, he recorded it in his hallway.) A Mac tech by day,DIY is something he lives: “my motto is ‘100% determination, 25% procrastination, 100% DIY’” he jokes. But that attitude –focus on something and you’ll accomplish it—rings through loud and clear.

Not many singers can jump so effortlessly between the range of styles Wil covers, but he shrugs it off. “I’m trying to reach people on different levels,” he states. On Stay, Wil plays a slow ballad, up-tempo commercial pop, moodier mid-tempo pieces and a harder, edgier rock track "tired". 'Stay' runs from laidback to hard-driving—and everything in between.

Wil is influenced by all the great songwriters and singers and his record collection includes everything from Sinatra through the 80s to today’s Top 40 (Really, come over some time and have a look.) And Wil is always listening for inspiration—whether it’s to people talking on the subway, arguing and laughing on the streets of his Bronx neighborhood, or by just checking out other NYC artists.

At this rate, Wil may have to pack up the Mac toolkit for good. Besides that NPR feature and 300,000 plays on myspace, he’s been featured on MyNetwork TV's Desire and Fashion House and Maxim Online’s Anna De La Garza Video Shoot. His single “Stay” charted #2 on American Idol Underground; As well as his follow up single “Super Wonderful” charting in the top 10. As well as currently charting daily on many online internet radio stations like the “Daily Countdown” on TBIG Radio.

100% determination, 25% procrastination’ might be bad math, but it’s definitely adding up for Wil Deynes.

BARRY BROWN BAND - McBee, SC
Barry is a Nashville recording artist who along with his band are based in the Carolinas. Barry has opened fro KENNY CHESNEY and is a regional favorite at fairs, festivals, bars and clubs.

SADDLE CREEK BAND - Rockingham, NC
Saddle Creek offers the finest in country and Southern Rock music, by having some of the most talented musicians and vocalists in the South-Eastern United States. Whether they're opening for a National Act in front of thousands, or playing at a backyard barbecue for twenty, you'll get the same energy filled performance with an accent on crowd participation. So, drop the kids off at Mom and Dad's, let the dirty clothes sit 'til tomorrow and HEY, the dishes can wait until Monday, because those of us here at Saddle Creek want to see YOU in the "Saddle".

SHILO - Fort Wayne, IN
Established in 1997, Shilo has performed stages all over the Midwest and shared the stage with many well known Country Music Artists. In the past 10 years Shilo has performed with Toby Keith, Gary Alan, Charlie Daniels, Jack Ingram, Diamond Rio, Phil Vasar, Lee Greenwood, Lee Ann Womack, Joe Nichols and many more. Performing with Jake Owes and John Michael Montgomery in the near future. In 2004 Shilo was named the best country band in Indiana after performing in the Colgate Country Showdown at the state finals during the Indiana State Fair. Shilo thrills audiences with it’s style of High Energy, Hard Driving Country Music at fairs, festivals and at some of the Midwest’s largest country music venues. Priding themselves on their live show, Shilo keeps one of the busiest schedules of any regional country act, playing as many as 100 shows a year. Shilo is a six piece group consisting of Guitar, Fiddle, Mandolin, Steel Guitar, Bass and Drums. Come early, stay late and prepare to be Shiloized. Members include: Bryan Brager: Lead Vocals/Guitar, Mike Stoner: Lead Guitar/Vocals, Travis Gow: Fiddle/Guitar/Mandolin/Vocals, Doug Chopson Jr.: Drums and Randy Blankenship: Bass.

BIG RAIN Northern, VA -
Big Rain just landed at # 5 on the European top 30 charts. Their radio tour in Australia in October was very successful and they have heavy airplay. Big Rain is now truly international with world wide play and tours. They will be on tour in Southwest Asia in April on a Concert Tour For The Troops.

LES RICHARDSON - Nashville
Former finalist on "Star Search" and contestant on "Nashville Star", Les' immense singing, songwriting talent and showmanship make him an instant favorite wherever he performs.
Recently booked at the Ohio State Fair through this agency.

SUNNY LEDFURD - Charlotte, NC
Hugely popular rock music performer in the style of Sublime, Kid Rock and Jimmy Buffet. Has toured with D12, Kid Rock, Kottonmouth Kings. Dubbed the official band of the Professional Bull Riders (PBR). Sunny plays some 200 dates a year, even in this market.

FREEZER DOOR - Mt. Pleasant, NC
"Unique” is the first word that comes to mind to describe FREEZER DOOR, one of music’s newest faces leaving their mark on the industry. Their self titled single, Freezer Door, is drawing rave reviews from fans and critics alike. The band's blend of pop, rock, and soul culminates into a fresh new sound missing in much of today’s music. Shows packed with energy and originality are entertaining sellout audiences! Don't miss FREEZER DOOR!!!

MATT WALKER - Nashville, TN
Matt Walker was raised in a small town in West Virginia in an area known for producing some of country music’s top singers, songwriters and musicians.
Like many successful country singers, Matt learned to sing in church and by the age of ten he was singing alongside his dad in his family’s traveling gospel quartet. By the mid-90s Matt was writing lyrics and performing with a variety of different bands throughout southern West Virginia.
In 2000, he formed his own group called “The County Line Band.” Matt played the club circuit performing both cover songs and original material and picked up a large number of loyal fans.
In 2001 he was offered the opportunity to record a song to be put on an album for the “Make A Wish” Foundation. He chose to record an original song he wrote called “Daddy Did His Best” a song he had written about his father. The album was titled “The Best Of West Virginia.” It was the beginning of a successful year. He was invited to Branson, Missouri where he performed at a talent showcase and he advanced to Nashville as a finalist.
In 2002 Matt returned to Nashville, Tennessee to record his first album titled “It’s Just Me and You.” The album consisted of eight songs - seven written by Matt himself. The album was recorded at the Moonlight Recording Studio and produced by former West Virginia native Dick McVey. While making the club rounds during the summer of 2003, Matt and “The County Line Band” were offered the opportunity to open a show for the “Kentucky Headhunters” at the Nicholas County Fair, in Summersville West Virginia. They repeated that performance in 2004 opening for “Confederate Railroad.”
Matt recorded his second album in late 2004 with Dick McVey at Moonlight Recording Studio in Nashville, Tennessee. This album consisted of seven self-penned songs and one instrumental. The title cut from the album “Long Vacation” was released as a single and received extensive airplay in his home state in early 2005.
In the spring of 2005, Matt made a permanent move to Nashville where he began performing and pitching his songs to major acts. So far he has been successful in getting material to artists such as Brad Paisley, Tim McGraw, Travis Tritt, Trace Adkins, Billy Currington, and many others.
Although Matt became a resident of Music City, he is still a popular attraction at clubs and events in West Virginia and returns there occasionally to perform with his band. In late 2005, he opened a show there for the Bellamy Brothers where he received a standing ovation for his original songs.
In 2006, Matt began writing and recording his third album titled “Living Life My Way,” that was released in late summer. All 10 songs were written by Matt who also showed his expertise as a musician playing every instrument on the project.
Matt’s goal for 2008 is to take his band on the road playing clubs, casinos, fairs and festivals all across the United States. While on the road he will continue to write and when he is in Nashville he will record and pitch his songs to other artists.
He is now represented by Chris Keaton, a noted Nashville song plugger who has been successful in getting songs recorded by Lonestar and other acts. Chris is confident you will soon be hearing Matt’s songs on radio stations all across the country. Matt is also being represented by Dick McVey who is handling promotion, publicity and management consulting for Matt. If the progress made over the past year and a half is any indication, it would be likely that Matt is well on his way to great success in 2008.

March 5, 2008
The Roys performed Tues., March 4 at Second Fiddle - Country Radio Seminar (CRS). Every March, country radio decision makers flock to Nashville for the Country Radio Seminar.
From Robert Orreman/Music Row:
"After some more schmoozing, the brother-sister team The Roys provided the event’s finale. Elaine’s lilting hillbilly soprano and Lee’s hearty country-boy tenor were flawless in both lead and harmony passages. “Workin’ Girl Blues” kicked butt, and “Grandpa’s Barn” tugged heartstrings. The result was the strongest set ever performed at this six-year-old Music Row tradition."

March 11, 2008 --
Thanks to everyone that voted for me on Musicians Referral! It is very gratifying to receive recognition for my efforts in booking my clients. While I am not always successful in getting a buyer to book my acts, it isn't for lack of trying and every day I develop more contacts. Recently I read that 30 agents control 85% of the bookings done. For me to make a mark in the other 15% is extremely rewarding to me and something I deeply appreciate. Thank you again for recognizing me for all of my efforts on my clients behalf. I am rated number 4 overall of the top 40!

date 3/26/08
Pedal Steel Guitar Player Rated #1 PR Web