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The Duke of Uke and His Novelty...

Rank #1 Champaign, IL Pop / Orchestral Funk / Popssical

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Members: David King, Lorene Anderson, Rebecca Burlingame, Sarah Cramer, Claire Cannon, Anna Hochhalter, David Garcia

Sounds Like: Tom Waits, Amy Winehouse, Squirrel Nut Zippers, Johanne Sebastian Bach, The B-52s

Bio: Energetic and unabashedly romantic, The Duke of Uke & His Novelty Orchestra enchants audiences with witty lyrics, complex vocal harmonies and funky rhythms. Their infectiously optimistic sound draws from a wide range of influences—classical composers such as Bach, to tin pan alley ragtime tunes, ... See Full Bio

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May Tour to Tennessee + Kentucky http://rvrb.fm/103rXaP

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May Mini-Tour to Tennessee ...
May 5, 2013
Can't wait! 5/15 – Knoxville, TN @ WDVX Blue Plate Special Live —Noon 5/15 – Kn... [more]
Saturday @ Mike n Molly's
Apr 27, 2013
Looking forward to playing with Sonny Stubble and Costas today. 8pm 4/27/13 Als... [more]
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  • Sat

    May 18


    Christiana, TN, US | 5:00pm
    Hippie Hill
    Christiana, TN, US
    Sat May 18 5:00pm

    Details

    Hippie Hill presents their 3rd Jams on the Hill will be Featuring Female Fronted Bands. We have many talented women gracing our Nashville Market & beyond. This weekend we highlight them to bring you some of the best entertainment to help benefit Helping Hungry Kids. Jane Rose will headline on Friday night, Giving all you Rockabilly lovers a taste of her & The Deadend Boys infectious stylings. Saturday's headliner comes to us from Champaign Ill. http://www.reverbnation.com/thedukeofukeandhisnoveltyorchestra This full stage production will electrify you & get you out there dancing right along with these ladies. This is a can't miss opportunity to see this band for the first time in our market. & sure not to be the last. Then on Sunday, be ready to be wowed by our 3rd Headliner, Anna Haas. This Fiery redhead excites the senses instantly with a powerhouse voice and arrestingly honest lyrics, enhancing each line with wildly dramatic stage antics and heavy, soulful piano playing. Be sure to listen to her on this link, http://www.reverbnation.com/annahaas All for $5 a day & includes camping. This 3rd installment of Jams on the Hill is one not to be missed. Friday the 17th; Special Guests TBA The Red Wine Effect Jane Rose & The Deadend Boys Saturday the 18th: Spacial guests TBA Year Of October The Duke of Uke & His Novelty Orchestra Sunday the 19th: Special Guests TBA Anna Haas https://www.facebook.com/events/132081106980607/ http://hippiehilltn.com

  • Sun

    May 19


    Nashville, TN, US | 8:00pm

    Nashville, TN, US
    Sun May 19 8:00pm

    Details

    The Duke of Uke and His Novelty Orchestra is an orchestral funk-pop ensemble, based in Champaign, IL, featuring 4-part vocal harmonies, ukulele, violin, sousaphone, saxophones, bass, drums and Latin percussion. They are original and unique, but with a familiar sound that draws on influences from rock, soul, Motown, funk, pop, and classical. Artists they've been compared to include: Tom Waits, Amy Winehouse, The B-52s and Squirrel Nut Zippers. They've been featured on stages throughout the country, such as, Musikfest in Bethlehem, PA, Milwaukee's Pride Fest, Paducah's Lower Town Arts & Music Festival, Charlevoix's Odmark Pavilion, NYC's Cakeshop, Kalamazoos' Bell's Eccentric Cafe, Peoria's Contemporary Arts Center, Little Rock’s Stickyz, New Orleans’ Melange and AllWays Lounge, Chicago’s Quenchers Saloon, and Cincinnati’s MOTR Pub. Locally, they've played for venues such as Krannert Center for Performing Arts, High Dive, Iron Post, Pygmalion Festival, Boneyard Arts Festival and CU Folk and Roots Festival. https://www.facebook.com/dukeofukemusic

  • Sun

    May 26


    Urbana, IL, US | 1:00pm
    Race Street Bash - C4A
    Urbana, IL, US
    Sun May 26 1:00pm
  • Sat

    Jun 15


    Urbana, IL, US | 6:00pm

    Urbana, IL, US
    Sat Jun 15 6:00pm

    Details

    Music is from 6-8pm.

  • Sat

    Jun 29


    Champaign, IL, US | 1:30pm
    Champaign Blues, Brews, a...
    Champaign, IL, US
    Sat Jun 29 1:30pm
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