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Electronic Press Kit
Gene Keen- Keys & Vocals
Gene has traveled the world sharing his music, on both land and water. A founding member of The Stellar Unit in Houston, Texas, he moved the band to Las Vegas in 1986, where they quickly became a staple on the Las Vegas Strip. While touring much of the globe, he filled the role as musical director, performer and entertainer for a wide range of stage productions and corporate events, and has created and arranged performance charts for hundreds of shows and entertainers. His wizardry on keyboards is extraordinary and diverse, and he is a master at vocal harmonies.
Now residing back in his native Texas, Gene is the leader of several different groups in Houston that provide musical entertainment for most any occasion, while still maintaining the position of musical director and keyboardist for the original Las Vegas show band Common Ground, founded and led by producer and saxophonist Dan Huber. It is his vision that enabled the creation of Common Ground Houston, allowing Gene to bring the excitement of Las Vegas to the Lone Star State.
Dan Huber - All Saxes
Dan attended Arizona State University and studied Jazz Performance. He has lived in Las Vegas since 1978 and has performed all around the Las Vegas and Houston area.
Dan loves many styles of music such as R&B, Rock and Roll, Pop, Big Band and soaring ballads.
As the producer and musical director of Common Ground both in Houston and Las Vegas, Dan is the creative driving force behind the Common Ground experience.
Kevin Charles - Vocals
Born in Galveston, Texas, Kevin Charles has been credited on 72 albums as a writer/composer, arranger, lyricist, vocalist, drummer, percussionist, guitarist, pianist, organist and/or bassist for a wide variety of musical genres including: rock, country, pop, jazz, R&B, swing, classical, funk, reggae, rap, hip hop, soul, blues, contemporary Christian and bluegrass.
He has toured the world sharing the stage with such artists as: Brad Paisley, Carrie Underwood, Maroon 5, Sheryl Crowe, Hootie and the Blowfish, Chris Tomlin, Israel Houghton, Snoop Dogg, The Temptations, Brian Setzer and Maynard Ferguson, to name a few.
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Robin Rogers - Vocals
Robin's singing styles range from rock greats like Ann Wilson of Heart to country to R&B and all points in between. She has performed locally with The Richard Brown Orchestra, Eclipse, Kristopher, Blue Blazes, Nobody's Fool band and trio, and Toast and Jam.
Opening for acts like Blue Oyster Cult, Martina McBride, Willie Nelson, and The Dixie Chicks, to name a few. She charted with a re-make of "Get Ready," which was adopted as the theme song for The Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders in the '90's. In addition, she has performed internationally as a member of the girl group Exposé.
Her early years included touring the east coast and Cuba’s Guantanamo Bay in a rock band called BUBIT (best unknown band in town). They opened for notable classic rock bands such as Black Oak Arkansas and The Dixie Dregs. She comes from a singing family, including her Mother and maternal Grandfather, and her three siblings are all recording artists/performers.
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Stephan Badreau- Guitar
Stephan has performed in Europe and all over the USA from New-York to Los Angeles via New-Orleans and everywhere in between.
Stephan has played with such greats as Andrea Bocelli, David Lee Roth, the Houston Symphony, Bob Mintzer, Chris Vadala (Chuck Mangione), Jim Peterik (survivor), Jeff Carlisi (38 special), Joel Grey...to name a few.
In and around Houston, Stephan is a regular with Common Ground, the Richard Brown Orchestra, the Larry Slezak Organ Band, Tianna Hall, the Blue Monks, the Heritage Jazz Trio, the Houston Jazz Orchestra and plays often with the top names in town like David Craig, Woody Witt, Mike Wheeler, Mike Owen, Dennis Dotson... You name it, Stephan has probably played with him/her at some point. You might also find him in orchestra pits of musicals performed by high schools, colleges all the way to the Hobby Center and the Alley Theater; or he could be playing classical guitar at a wedding ceremony. He is basically a true Jack-of–all-trades when it comes to playing guitar.
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Robert Amyx- Drums
A native Houstonian, Robert has been playing drums and percussion for over 50 years and is considered one of the most versatile drummers to come out of the Houston area.
He prides himself in always being "on time" and “In The Groove” knowing the exact style of music to play with Common Ground, whether it's driving rock 'n roll, soulful blues, cool jazz, or New York society.
Over the years, Robert's drumming talents has taken him on tours throughout the USA, Caribbean, Spain and Japan with numerous variety and show bands.
In addition to being part of the Common Ground driving force, Robert currently stays very busy performing with several bands and community theaters throughout Houston.
Robert attended the University of Houston studying Business and Accounting but his passion for music and live performances has always been in his soul!
Brian Rooney- Bass
Brian started playing Bass at the young age of 14. He has toured Australia and New Zealand and brings the groove everywhere he goes!
Brian has backed up some of the big names in the Contemporary Christian Music scene including Michael W Smith, David Meece, Wayne Watson, Dallas Holm, Carman, and others
He has written, produced, and performed in a wide range of tv and radio jingles over the years.
These days, Brian stays busy in the local music scene with appearances with a number of local artists, studio sessions, and live theater.
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Darryl Bayer - Trumpet
By 13 he was winning solo competitions to perform with the Boston Symphony and Boston Pops orchestras. He received his degree at Boston University in trumpet performance.
Moving to Texas for the University of Houston Masters Program, Darryl immediately joined the freelance scene playing in Houston's vibrant big band scene, musical theaters, the Texas Renaissance Festival, wedding and party bands. Now an active advocate of the arts in The Woodlands, Darryl Bayer leads the Texas Brass Ensemble, Artistic Director of The Woodlands Symphony, founding director of The Woodlands Area Youth Symphony and local music teacher for the next generation of trumpet players.
He feels especially blessed to have the honor of backing up such stars as Destiny's Child, The O'Jays, Michael Bolton, The Temptations, The Four Tops, Arturo Sandovol, The Texas Tenors and Wayne Watson.
Dr. Aric Schneller - Trombone
Currently in his 13th year as Director of Jazz Studies at Sam Houston State University in Huntsville, Texas, Aric is an artist of many talents. With the ability to sing, play, compose, and teach music at the highest levels, he is in constant demand as an expert clinician, dynamic trombonist, vocal soloist, conductor, master teacher, producer, in addition to being an inventive composer and arranger. His work with numerous  jazz greats have resulted in Grammy nominations and awards from prestigious publications like Down Beat Magazine among others.
Originally from Missoula, Montana, Aric holds a DMA in Trombone Performance from the University of North Texas, a MM in Vocal and Operatic Performance from Boston University, a MM in Jazz Studies from the University of North Texas, and a BM in Trombone Performance from the University of Montana. Aric is the creator and Artistic Director of the SHSU Bill Watrous Jazz Festival, a composer and arranger for Alfred Music Company and Belwin Jazz, a music reviewer for the International Trumpet Guild, a Yamaha Performing Artist, a member of ASCAP, and a voting member of the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences Grammy Award
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BIO
Origin: Houston, TX
Genres: POWER SHOW BAND
Years Active: 2017- Present
Huber Productions
Website: houstonshowband.com
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The show band Common Ground was carefully crafted to provide a diverse and exciting show for audiences of all ages and venues in Houston. From Conventions, Corporate parties, Music Festivals, Private functions, and more. `We bring generations together on the dance floor.
Depending on your needs we understand there are times the entertainment is to complement and support your function and then when the time is right to “raise the roof” with a groove that just won't stop!
3 Talented lead vocalists that blend like Tea and Honey and have true “Texas style”. Three horns for a R&B sound that will “take you downtown! Bruno Mars, Chicago, Adele, Elton John, Stevie Wonder and everything in between!
We understand we represent your Hotel, Company, Brand, Agency and often personal reputation when we are hired and we never forget that.
Professional, Diverse, Respectful, Entertaining, Fun and full of Groove, that is Common Ground!
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Management / Booking:
Gene Keen
832-971-6227
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Dan Huber
702-595-2600
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