A fun-loving and animated band, the Van Burens strive to make each concert experience unique. Whether hosting a bathrobe dance party, rocking a cruise ship on Boston Harbor, throwing a holiday show that puts Festivus to shame, or simply rollicking through a set list full of surprises, the VBs make every night a time to remember. The band – named after the eighth and greatest President of the United States, Martin Van Buren – began when a high school band reformed post-college and began gigging at bars and house parties, boasting an eclectic catalog of original music and covers and displaying a singular sense of humor. Their first EP, issued in Fall 2009, brings the dance party to your eardrums; just a taste of an exciting, diverse live show.
The VB have played such big stages as Sullivan Hall, Canal Room, and Bitter End in NYC; The Middle East, Johnny D’s, Harper’s Ferry, and Copperfield’s in Boston; and various rooms throughout the greater northeast. In the Spring of 2010 the Van Burens successfully brought their sound across the U.S. on their first-ever national tour, hitting venues in L.A., Chicago, San Diego, Atlanta, San Francisco, and many other cities.
For booking contact Emmett Knox:
knox.emmett@gmail.com
339-237-0771
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 Jeff "Pinky" King - Keys, vocals |
 Emmett "Godfather" Knox - Bass, vocals, booking |
 Greg "Smithereen" Smith - Guitar, vocals |
 Greg "Lips" Spitz - Guitar, vocals |
 Matt "Papa Bear" Spitz - Drums, percussion, vocals |
 Raj Flavour - Sax, aux perc |
