CROSSFIRE

GET CAUGHT IN THE “CROSSFIRE”

What happens when you have the nerve to kidnap musicians from 5 of the top bay area bands and throw them into a musical Mix from all different angles? You create a musical “CROSSFIRE”!

CROSSFIRE, the most exciting band to come out of the North Bay in many years represents the relentless creation and vision of bassist, band leader Michael Halem. “Each member of this band has been hand picked for their immense talent, technical ability and stage presentation” says Halem. “I scoured the top talent in the very best bay area bands to personally put this line up together”. “In fact, you can sort of consider CROSSFIRE to be the “Pro Bowl” of bay area musicians and singers. “The best of the best” as Halem proudly puts it. “Not only phenomenal musicians but
A+ people”.

In the short time that CROSSFIRE has been together, they’ve already carved out a name and serious reputation as a bay area musical force to be reckoned with. Their recently completed CD is playing to rave reviews by everyone who hears it and is available directly from the band at all live performances.

Members of CROSSFIRE include (from the back row left to right)
Band Leader & Bassist Michael Halem, Lead Guitarist Mike Viani, Trombone Player Clif Berganon (from Louisiana), Keyboardist Robert Eckman, Drummer – Percussionist Bobby Gaviola, Trumpet Player Jim Paserall, Saxophonist Extraordinaire Kyle Hixon (crouching left front row), Female Lead Vocalist Jodi Stevens, Male Lead Vocalist Dan Regan and Baritone Saxophonist Larry Shushan.

CROSSFIRE performs music that is sure to get everyone out of their seats, up and dancing. Their music includes Motown Favorites, R & B, Classic Rock, Oldies, Disco, Funk and Reggae and has been described as “intoxicating”!

The band has been playing to packed houses up and down the coast with each audience leaving their performance with a smile on their face.

CROSSFIRE is not only a powerhouse of musical talent to listen to but is also a show band. “Were as much fun to watch as listen to” says Halem proudly. “You can tell the players are having fun on stage and that’s a big part of it”. “CROSSFIRE is not just a job for the band but a musical passion”.

Lead singers Dan Regan and Jodi Stevens as well as Saxophonist Kyle Hixon don’t take “no” for an answer from any audience.

Dan and Jodi have appeared everywhere from Tahoe to Hawaii. Whether Jodi is singing a ballad or tearing things up with a rocker, her versatility is unmatched. Dan Regan is not only a fabulous vocalist but also a musical impressionist. His impressions include Michael McDonald, Neil Diamond, Nat King Cole, Joe Cocker, Bob Marley

And Van Morrison. This is just a small sampling. Close your eyes and you’ll swear these celebrities are in the same room singing to you.

You can expect to see them jump off the stage and right into the crowd creating excitement and getting everyone involved. “Hey, when you have the lead vocalist of a ripping band grabbing you by the hand and dragging you onto the dance floor, what are you going to do but go along for the ride”! In fact, when CROSSFIRE performs there is no place for an audience to hide. The band guarantees they will find a way to get you involved and seldom take no for an answer.