Meet the Band
Meet the Band
Joe Tabris
Trumpet
Even at a young age Joe Trabis was a natural for multiple instruments. By high school the man was extremely proficient, playing professionally as well as starting to teach music too. This continued on into and through his college years until he met his future wife at which time he decided to learn a trade and raise a family. He did this while also continuing to perform. Now some forty years later and as he says, “All by the grace of God” the man continues performing to this day.
2G
Keyboard, Music Producer
2G is a highly dedicated and experienced music producer that represents an impressive 15-year career within the music industry. His journey began in Denver, Colorado providing him with a rich background in music from an early age. What sets 2G apart is his multifaceted skill set. He possesses exceptional talents as a keyboard player, songwriter, musician, lyricist, and vocal coach. These abilities make him a true musical virtuoso, capable of contributing to various aspects of music production. His commitment extends to helping other artists achieve their creative potential, fostering an environment where they can produce their best work.
Audiences love the sound!
The photo at the left is a shot of the band members. Dan Freeman has assembled a world class group of solid performers/musicians
Chester Owens
Lead & Rhythm Guitar
Born and raised in Jackson, Mississippi, Chester’s love of the guitar began at age eight. His first guitar was purchased by his mother with grocery store trading stamps. By the age of 16, he began to play with the local young musicians and more often than not he could be found in the jazz, blues, and R&B clubs around Jackson. Chester would go on to attend the Berklee College of Music in Boston and would go on to earn a Bachelor of Music with a classical guitar emphasis from the University of Southern Mississippi. Since moving to Denver Chester has written and released four albums (CDs): Schizophrenia of Love, Pearl and two EPs titled Let’s Drive and Open The Door on the BRM label London.
Palence Bradshaw
Vocals, Percussion, Songwriter, Producer/Arranger
Palence R. Bradshaw continues to be a part of the Denver music scene marking over four decades in the trade. A remarkable feat for any performer in the music business. Yet his chill vocals are still known far and wide for being notoriously effective in making the ladies feel tingly. To date the man has produced three of his own albums and the end is not in sight. His love of the old school style of R&B, Funk and Soul puts him right at home and a great fit for the V10 Power Band.
Sample Song List
• Fence Walk • Kiss • Runnin Away • Square Biz • K Jee • Up For The Down Stroke
• Give Up The Funk • Midnight Train To Georgia • All About Love • The One • Move Move Move
• I Feel So Good Today • I Can I Will Treat You So Much Better Baby • Old Time Party (OTP)
• I Wanna Be • Always There • Hurry Up Tomorrow • I Try • Slow Hand • Shinning Star
• What’s Going On • Skin Tight • Funky Like Me • Always There • Jass Ay Lay Dee
Billy Smalls
Drums, Percussion, Songwriter, Producer, Vocalist
Billy Smalls is a top rated accomplished drummer, vocalist, percussionist, songwriter and producer who brings experience, steadiness and a fun vibe to the group. Billy continues to be a valued integral component of professional music projects and recordings. Specializing in multiple genres including Country, Jazz, Rock, Ambient, Avant-Garde, Improv, Funk, Soul, Spoken Word, Folk, Singer-Songwriter, Pop, Electric and Acoustic He’s passionate about opportunities that allow him to contribute to and create special music.
Deja Gill
International Recording Artist, Lead Songstress, Background Vocals, Harmonies Arranger, Choreographer, Vocal Coach, Voice-Over Singer, Actress, Muse, Producer and Director
Deja is a highly respected integral multi-experienced professional within both the music and movie industries. Recognized as a distinguished, renowned vocalist and actor with touring cred-its that stretch back to the late ‘70s that includes a who’s who in soul, funk and more. Celebrated worldwide as a member of “The Motown Legends” and the “Minneapolis Sound” Deja has performed on stages with such notables as Prince, Sheila Raye Charles, Smokey Robinson, Uros Peric and of course “The Motown Legends” to name a few.
How to book The V 10 Power Band
Dan Freeman has assembled a team that brings both original sounds and established crowd favorites to life. Additionally the team is able to arrange, record and deliver specialty songs for movies, television and the game industry. To inquire about a V 10 Power Band live performance show date just reach out to Dan at dan@v10powerband.com or (303) 931-6567
Duane Lucas
Vocalist, Songwriter, Producer
Duane began singing in the Manna High School Choir in the twelfth grade. Then in the choir at Iowa Wesley College. After college Duane sang in a number of bands in Colorado and then in Northern California. He and his band mates opened for such luminaries as Alexander O’Neal, Frank Zappa as well as Roger and Less Oskar of War. I can also be noted that Duane is an actor and has performed along side of Stella Stevens and Debbie Allen in The Women Of San Quinten.
Jesse Reddick
Bass, Back Ground Vocals
Jesse Reddick is a born and raised in Denver gentleman. The man has slapped the strings professionally for over thirty years now. His get it done style has been influenced but such pros as Marcus Miller, Stanley Clarke and Ron Carter. Not only does Jesse possess the natural chops required but the man also studied bass at both the University of Denver and Metro State College. Jesse has played extensively across the front range and the mountain scene within the great state of Colorado.
Check out the band in action! Below: Our latest performance video now on YouTube
Kym Rox
Lead Vocals and Background
I have a passion for God and music. I am a worship leader at church and the lead singer and manager of Neon Blonde a Blondie’s tribute band. I am blessed to be involved in music full time and especially love collaborations, studio time and live performances. I have traveled the nation and beyond with music adventures and look forward to my endeavors with V10 PowerBand!!
Walter Holland
Saxophone both Tenor and Alto plus Flute
Walter D. Holland is a multi-instrumentalist from Charlotte, NC. He is an award winning jingle writer and studied jazz under Alvin Batiste at Southern University-Baton Rouge. While majoring in Jazz Studies at Southern University/Baton Rouge under Alvin Batiste, he was classmates with Randy Jackson, Brandford Marsalis and Donald Harrison. Walter would go on to became a jingle producer at WJBO/WFMF, then music director for the late Bethel Nathan. After a brief stint at WCAS Cambridge/Boston, he worked at KRKY/KRKM in Grand County, Colorado. As of late he continues jingle work with Justin Jordan of Houston.
