Introduction
Liquid Blue® is a multi-award-winning international cover band for high-end events. The San Diego based ensemble is known at The World’s Most Traveled Band and has performed in more than 100 countries and received a Guinness World Record®. The band scored a Billboard Top-10 Hit and have released sixteen (16) studio albums. The group has fans worldwide been featured on eight Magazine Covers. In 2005 Liquid Blue became the first American act to be signed by a major Chinese record label and was chosen to represent the United States at the CCTV kick-off concert for the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing. The group has performed at sold-out, ticketed shows worldwide and has received more accolades, awards, and recognition than any other cover band in the music industry. Liquid Blue is a certified green business and a member of 1% for the Planet.
America’s Best Dance Band
Liquid Blue is the most accomplished and highly acclaimed party band in the event business. Music To Move You”® is the band’s official slogan and the audience is sure to be pumped up and excited from the first number until the finale. Honored as “America’s Best Dance Band” by the National Music Awards, Liquid Blue was also named “Entertainment Act of the Year” at the 2012 Biz Bash Readers Choice Awards as well as “Entertainer of the Year” at the 2011 Event Solutions Spotlight Awards. Locally they’ve been recognized “Best Cover Band” at the San Diego Music Awards. The band covers over 600 songs including a multitude of musical styles. This is not your typical cover band but an internationally acclaimed, cutting-edge ensemble that will intrigue your guests and leave them wanting more. Liquid Blue has proven both on-stage and in the studio to be one of the world’s premier dance bands!
Performers
Liquid Blue features a line-up of Southern California A-list talent. Grammy winning musicians, former major label recording artists, a Billboard hit songwriter, Chinese Idol finalists and American Idol Hollywood finalists! On the female side, fronting the group is the multi-talented BlueGirls® trio. There is also an optional horn section available, BlueBrass® and a DJ is always included.
Recordings
Liquid Blue has released 16 full-length albums as well as 28 EP’s and 55 singles. This represents the world’s largest catalog of cover remakes from one artist. These releases are available on iTunes, Spotify and Amazon, among others. The multi-language “Earth Passport” is the bands biggest hit to date, reaching #3 on the Billboard Hot Dance Singles Sales chart and #12 on the Billboard Hot Singles Sales chart. The band’s highly acclaimed debut LP, “Supernova” which featured all original music, was awarded Pop Album of the Year in 2009 at the Los Angeles Music Awards. It was distributed nationally in Target stores selling over 40,000 units and was produced by David DeVore, (12 multi-platinum LP’s) and mixed by (six-time Grammy winner) Joe Chiccarelli. Tracks from this LP have been included on 25 compilations. The single “Real” was the #1 Indie Label song in the U.S. in 2005 with over 400 spins per week. Liquid Blue was named “America’s Best Independent Artist” twice and also finished runner-up for “Best Band” twice at the International Music Awards.
World’s Most Traveled Band
Liquid Blue holds the world record for the most traveled band, having performed on every continent in more than 125 countries; all 50 U.S. states, every country in the European Union (EU); every state in Australia, and over 700 cities worldwide. No other party band has come close to these numbers. When your event demands the prestige and reputation of an international touring act, the clear choice is Liquid Blue.
Sister Acts / Subsidiaries
Shades of Blue
SHADES OF BLUE is a subsidiary of the world-renowned party band, Liquid Blue. When you choose Shades of Blue, you are assured that the caliber of performers is the very best, as the musician’s and singers are part of the Liquid Blue family. These performers include Grammy winners and experienced musicians who have toured with national acts. Shades of Blue fills the niche of small and medium-sized events. You can choose your band configuration ranging from five performers up to twelve.
Aqua Blue
AQUA BLUE is a subsidiary of the world-renowned party band, Liquid Blue and specializes in overseas performances in five-star hotels and cruise lines. Also know as “Liquid Blue International” the group features amazing talent from Southern California. Most members have been part of the Liquid Blue family for years. The standard Liquid Blue format of 7 to 8 performers including three female singers (the BlueGirls) up front is also standard with Aqua Blue.
Acoustic Blue
Acoustic Blue is a duo/trio/quartet, based in San Diego, California. When performing as a duo the name “Two From Blue” is often substituted. The group features performers from renowned cover band Liquid Blue, the world’s most traveled band. Book this exciting, classy acoustic band for your next event!
Out of the Blue
OUT OF THE BLUE is a classic rock duo currently based in Costa Rica and featuring the founding members of Liquid Blue, the World’s Most Traveled Band, (120 countries). The duo performs with live guitar and lead vocals supported by backing tracks recorded by Liquid Blue. The show features a repertoire similar to that of Liquid Blue and the audience can choose the songs. Several tribute shows are also available.
The BlueGirls
The talented, world-famous BlueGirls have performed with Liquid Blue around the world on all six continents. From sold-out stadiums and arenas to clubs and casinos, they are the front-line of one of the most exciting live shows in popular music. Each member of the BlueGirls is an accomplished lead vocalist, background singer and dancer. With over 100 choreographed dance combos, the BlueGirls offer unprecedented visual variety that compliments the music of Liquid Blue.
BlueBrass
The Liquid Blue Horn Section features some of the top players in the world including section leader and Grammy Winner Rick Rossi. Rick is joined by Anne King on Trumpet, who is a Grammy nominee, works with Rod Stewart, toured with Guns & Roses and played on the 2012 season of American Idol, and Wendell Kelly on Trombone, who has toured with Stevie Wonder, Beyonce and Whitney Houston, to name a few. See below for more complete biographies on each performer.
Eco-Friendly
Liquid Blue, a California Benefit Corporation, was designated a “Green Business” by the County of San Diego, Department of Environmental Health, Community Health Division in 2009. We are the first and only musical act to receive this designation. Due to our extensive travel, we partner with Carbonfund to help offset our environmental impact. We are the world’s only party band that is a member of 1% for the Planet.
Co-Billings
Band and Members Have Opened for and/or Performed With the Following Artists: Joan Jett, Sammy Hagar, Styx, The Beach Boys and many others.
Liquid Blue Tracks Have Been Featured On CD’s Alongside These Artists: Jane’s Addiction, Sonic Youth, Jurassic 5, Ani Defranco and many others.
Influences
The Rolling Stones, The Beatles, Bruno Mars, Ed Sheeran, Bob Marley, Peter Gabriel, John Lennon, Bob Dylan, Neil Young, Marvin Gaye, David Bowie, Black Eyed Peas, Genesis, Yes, U2, Bruce Springsteen, Sting, Moby, Madonna, Live, Sex Pistols, Prince, Cheap Trick, Sly & the Family Stone, Stevie Wonder, Pearl Jam, Iggy Pop, Dave Matthews, Cat Stevens, Pink Floyd, REM, CCR, Willie Nelson, Green Day, The Cranberries, Johnny Cash, Paul Simon, Pharrell Williams, The Weekend, Camila Cabello, Enrique Iglesias, Rihanna, P!nk, Lady Gaga, Muse, John Legend, Fun, Adele, Black Keys, Ceelo Green, Beyonce, Kings of Leon, The Killers, Amy Winehouse, Justin Timberlake, Gwen Stefani, Coldplay, Eminem, and other unique, creative artists.
Legacy
Amongst the event entertainment industry, the story of Liquid Blue is one of the most unique, compelling stories ever. The groups ascent from a ‘90s bar band to an international act selling out arenas is worthy of a full-length book (one is coming). Liquid Blue went from covers to originals and then returned to covers to eventually become one of the top party bands in the music industry. From the start the band has been guided by the leadership of Scott Stephens, whose life both inside and outside of Liquid Blue is every bit as fascinating as the group he created in 1996. The trio of Stephens, Nikki Green and Michael Vangerov have been the heart and soul of Liquid Blue from the beginning.
