JON HUFF KIN

CHADZILLA JOHNSON

Chad "Chadzilla" Johnson has made a name for himself in Denver as many things: a drummer, vocalist, educator, studio owner/engineer/producer, and composer. For nearly 30 years, he has performed with a multitude of local, national, and international touring acts, recorded a number of albums of his own as well as those of his musical brethren, and improved the lives of future rockers with private and group lessons. He takes great pride in his work, whether it be behind a drum kit, helping others realize their full musical potential through his lessons, or making a band feel comfortable in his 25 BPM studio when recording their albums.

He has dedicated himself to helping students learn how to rock regardless of skill level or life challenges. He has spent many years working with students with special needs as well as volunteering for the Art for Life Program at Children's Hospital.

Chadzilla started and continues to run the House Of Rock program at Swallow Hill Music, can be found playing live on any given night at various venues throughout the front range area, and still finds time to continue to compose his own original music.

BRAD HUFFMAN

The band Jababa has been dazzling audiences since their inception in late 2007. The five-piece band blends elements of funk and fusion jazz, creating a unique sound that pays homage to their influences while simultaneously forging new ground.

With a healthy mix of self-taught and formally-trained musicians, Jababa crafts songs that create a thumping groove accompanied by intricate melodies and arrangements that highlight each member’s musicianship.

Jababa has evolved over the years, growing from its original four-piece lineup to incorporate a full horn section. Recently, the band has returned closer to its roots, featuring only one horn. The end result has been truly electric. Shifting back to a five-piece has created additional space in the music, facilitating greater interplay between the band.

Like a fine wine, Jababa continues to get better with age. Their music is currently reaching new heights, achieving dynamic peaks which captivate and galvanize fans at every show.

Whether they are dropping some down-and-dirty funk at a late night show or killing it softly during a mellow dinner set, Jababa has the ability to connect with the audience in a way that keeps them coming back for more.

Brad Huffman - Guitar
Andrew Martin - Fender Rhodes & Organ
Chadzilla – Drums
Neil Hebbert – Bass
Eric Erhardt – Saxophone

DAVE TAMKIN

Singer/Songwriter, Dave Tamkin, currently resides in Boulder, CO. He has created his own unique style of rhythmic-acoustic sounds that's based around a fresh musical vision. His shows vary from intimate solo acoustic performances to a full band experience (DT&CO.) encapsulating a mixture of personal lyrics and skilled songwriting set against a high-energy percussive backbone.

He's shared the stage with Guster, The Samples, Brendan James, Rusted Root, Donavon Frankenreiter, Butch Walker, Freddy Jones Band, Eric Hutchinson, Willy Porter, The Violent Femmes, and Peter Mulvey to name a few. Tamkin has a style that's hard to resist. His lyrics are unabashedly honest and his passion for playing is undying.