M&M Independence Day Party

Barbara is a dynamic vocalist with roots in musical theater, classical training, choir, and live ensemble performance. Her sound is influenced by artists such as Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughan, Jaci Velasquez, Barbra Streisand, India.Arie and Erykah Badu.

With experience spanning rock projects, musical theater, cabarets, jazz jams, radio, voice-over work, and vocal coaching, Barbara brings range and emotional depth to the stage. Her training gives her the flexibility to move easily between styles, while her performance background keeps every song grounded, expressive, and connected.

Since 2009, Dave has made a living as a full-time musician, building a versatile career as a performer, songwriter, producer, and bandleader. He has appeared on more than 60 albums, produced around a dozen records, earned award recognition including 2024 PNW Music Awards Album of the Year and a 2019 Parents’ Choice Silver Medal, and written jingles for brands like Domino’s, Publix, Shoe Carnival, and AutoZone.

A Warped Tour veteran and longtime front person for Sweet N’ Juicy with over 1,100 shows, Dave has worked with world-class players connected to David Bowie, Stevie Wonder, Public Enemy, Lauryn Hill, Lady Gaga, Blondie, and more. He also co-wrote “Take Me in the Night” with Blondie and have been featured in High Times Magazine and The Real World: Brooklyn.

Thor is a seasoned guitarist with nearly 20 years of experience from Wood Village, OR. His training at Mt. Hood Community College helped shape a versatile style, and he has shared stages with musicians including Dan Balmer, John Thayer, Nine to Fyah, Kevin Coloso, Eric Savage, and Gary Fountaine of Nu Shooz.

His playing spans big band jazz, rock, blues, and reggae, with influences from Eric Johnson, Steve Vai, David Gilmour, Randy Rhoads, Tony Iommi, and Wes Montgomery. That broad mix gives Thor a dynamic sound that shifts easily across styles while keeping strong melodic hooks.

Matt is a drumming powerhouse whose musical path began at age 9 through honor bands, jazz ensembles, and marching programs, including time with the Colts Drum Corps. He has performed across projects ranging from rock, pop, funk, and soul to tribute bands.

Beyond live shows, Matt is an experienced studio drummer and educator with years of marching-band instruction and private teaching. His mix of precision, creativity, and stage energy drives the band's live momentum from first song to final encore.