Velvet Jane

Rank #16 Wilmington, NC Rock

About

Members: Regina Marie-Lead Vocalist, Jo Rockstar-Bass, & Vocalist, Bob Collins-Drums, Bill Baker-Lead Guitar, & Ada Webb-Keyboards & Vocalist

Sounds Like: Heart, Led Zeppelin Official, Adele, Grace Slick, Aretha Franklin

Label: Velvet Label Rocks

Manager: Jo Abbott

Bio: Formed in 2009, Velvet Jane is a female-fronted rock band based out of Wilmington, North Carolina. Velvet Jane consists of powerhouse lead singer, Heather Tracy, originating founder and bass player Jo Dheilly, drummer Bob Collins and guitar player Bill Baker. With an energetic and crowd-pleasing ... See Full Bio

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“You guys were awesome last night!!! Can't wait till you next show and by the way...your lead singer has some mad pipes...I'm thinking she needs to go out for American Idol?!!!! Also...can't wait to see what hat Jo will wear next time :). You guys ROCK!!!!!!!!!!!!! :)”

— Everette Milligan, Facebook

“OMG! I loved your music, heard music that I grew up with, I would love to go and hear you again. Thank you so so much.”

— Patricia Lambert, Facebook

"Love Rescued Me' Cape Fear Rescue League Fundraiser-11/3/12 Velvet Jane, where do I begin? First off the fact that they agreed to play at this event blew my mind with how busy I know their schedule is...so THANK YOU so much for that! Everybody in Velvet Jane were not only professional but generous and they rocked our socks off!! Very talented group of musicians and would love to have them back again at any event that I have. Hired by: Cindy H. Expertise Organization: "Love Rescued Me' Cape Fear Rescue League Fundraiser Event Date: November 3, 2012 Event: Fundraiser in Carolina Beach, NC Services provided: Classic Rock Band, Cover Band

— Cindy Storm Chaser, Gig Salad

“AWESOME BAND FROM WILMINGTON, NC: If you want to experience a great rock and roll show, please be sure to check out Velvet Jane. I've seen them at Chaser's Beach Club in Oak Island, NC and they are definitely one of the best bands I've ever seen. Truly talented musicians :) Review by: Melissa D. Event Date: July 21, 2012 Event: Concert Venue in Oak Island, NC ”

— Melissa Duncan, Gig Salad

“This band ROCKS! Saw this band in Myrtle Beach last weekend, man do they ROCK!!! Can't wait to see them again! ”

— Randell H., Gig Salad

“A fantastic band. Wow!”

— Kathreen Farrar, Gig Salad

“Velvet Jane ROCKS! I’ve seen & enjoyed Velvet Jane at several locations at different times of the year & have ALWAYS enjoyed the show. The playlist has a little of everything for everyone. If you are near anyplace they are playing check them out, you’ll have a great time rocking with them! Review by: April J. Event Date: January 21st, 2012 Event: Bar/Lounge in Wilmington, North Carolina ”

— April Johnston, Gig Salad

“Always a great time! I've seen Velvet Jane on stage several times over the past few years and have ALWAYS had a great time! They are fun, high energy as well as talented. Whenever you see that they are playing, you should go! Their playlist is incredible ranging from Adele to Michael Jackson to AC/DC to Metallica! Something for everybody! Review by: Ian R. Event Date: January 2nd, 2012 Event: Bar/Lounge in Wilmington, North Carolina ”

— Ian Raeford, Gig Salad

“AWESOME BAND FROM WILMINGTON, NC If you want to experience a great rock and roll show, please be sure to check out Velvet Jane. I've seen them at Chaser's Beach Club in Oak Island, NC and they are definitely one of the best bands I've ever seen. Truly talented musicians :) Review by: Melissa D. Event Date: July 21st, 2012 Event: Concert Venue in Oak Island, North Carolina ”

— Melissa Duncen, Gig Salad

“AMAZING SUPPORT FROM AN AMAZING BAND! Velvet Jane once again played in the Rape Crisis Center's annual Port City Rock Against Rape benefit concert AND is scheduled to play at our Walk A Mile in Her Shoes event on Saturday, September 15th. This is an incredible band with amazing sound, but also extremely generous hearts. PLEASE check them out or book them! So, so good. :) RCC loves Velvet Jane! Thanks for your kindness and sharing your talent! Hired by: Lauren S. Expertise Communication Professionalism Priced Fairly Adaptability Organization: Rape Crisis Center of Coastal Horizons Center, Inc. Event Date: April 21st, 2012 Event: Fundraiser in Wilmington, North Carolina Services provided: Classic Rock Band, Cover Band ”

— Lauren Slusher, Gig Salad

“I just got back from a Cancer Benefit ay Billy Goats in Wilmington and it was fun. Everyone was so nice. One of the bands that played there was Velvet Jane with a plus. They now have a key board player and she was great!!!”

— Wanda Scott (Cancer Survivor), Facebook

“So glad my cousin dragged me out last night! Met a great band with some great musicians! Velvet Jane Rocks!!!”

— Melanie Fischer, Facebook

“Thank you in a huge way to Velvet Jane for letting me sit in last night at Locals Tavern. A great band people! Check them out!”

— Pete Thayer, Facebook

“For any of you have not heard....Id like to take a minute to introduce to you 3 rocking female fronted bands in our immediate area: VELVET JANE-WILMINGTON, NC,.....MAFIA-MYRTLE BEACH ,SC. AND TRIPOD....MYRTLE BEACH, SC....THESE ARE SOME KICK ASS;IN YOUR FACE FEMALE FRONTED BANDS! Stand up and recognize the female forces in our area!!!! {AND NEVER FORGET FACEDOWN W/ DI HOFFMAN!} WE WILL ROCK YOU....!!!”

— Dianne Hoffman, Facebook

“Come on out and check out Velvet Jane! They ain't Baaaaaad!”

— Wardell Brown, Facebook

“Thanks to Velvet Jane for a great night. You guys rocked! Look forward to our next meeting!!”

— Locals Tavern, Facebook

“This group rocks! Anyone that can see them live better put on their dancing shoes, and prepare to have a great time singing along to some great Classic Rock and Roll songs.”

— Maryellen Weber-Tracy, Facebook

“Velvet Jane is AWESOME!!”

— Sean Anderson, Facebook

“Rock on with your bad self Velvet Jane!!”

— Wardell Brown, Facebook

“What are three best bands in Wilmington for 2011: 1. Stratus 2. Velvet Jane 3. Marty McFly”

— Craigslist

“ I’ve heard the penguin promoting Velvet Jane and I’m so happy that you guys are taking off! You all are rockstars with beautiful sound! ”

— Lindsay Husch, CHES, VSP Prevention Educator/Victim Advocate The Rape Crisis Cen, Rock Against Rape

“You rocked.. looking forward to seeing you soon...”

— Lynne Justice Denne, Facebook

“Love u guys - keep on rockin on :))”

— Lynn McAleer, Facebook

“On countdown about 22 more hrs til I am dancing to your music again :)))”

— Lynn McAleer , Facebook

“You are one of my favorite band for dancing!!! Loved last nite's show & my t-shirt!!”

— Lynn McAleer, Facebook

“Love me some Velvet Jane!”

— Lindsay Husch, CHES Prevention Educator/Victim Advocate The Rape Crisis Center o, Gmail

“Yessssssssss! Finally I'll be in NC to see the infamous Velvet Jane!!! Especially excited to see Heather Tracy perform!”

— Becca Tracy Witkow, Facebook

“Ya'll ROCK!”

— Russell Carson , Facebook

“Check out the tunes and the videos, Velvet Jane Rocks!”

— The Whiskey, Facebook

“You ROCK!!! Me and my swedish sister enjoyed you so much Sat. night. Thanks for Billie Jean!!!! We be looking for you again and again. Velvet Jane is an awesome band in case you were wondering. Just sayin...”

— Catherine Harrell, FaceBook

“This is a great band. I should know because I have heard them and they put on a great show.”

— Wanda K. Scott, Facebook

“Awesome rock band Velvet Jane! If you haven't seen them, check their calendar and get out and see them!”

— Kim Dicso, Facebook

“Want to hear some great music? Take some time to go listen to VELVET JANE. They are a great band. GO VELVET JANE!”

— Wanda K. Scott, Facebook

“THIS SATURDAY WE HAVE VELVET JANE @ High Tide Lounge, WE ARE GOING TO ROCK THE HOUSE, DONT MISS THIS BAND, EVERYONE IS GOING TO BE TALKING ABOUT THIS SUNDAY SO BE THER SATURDAY FOR THE REAL THING”

— Owner of High Tides Lounge Donna Johnston, Facebook

"YOU DONT WANT TO MISS THIS BAND, THEY ARE HOTTTTT"

— High Tide Lounge, Facebook

“You girls can freakn rock!”

— Sonny Helms, Facebook

“Hell of a show Girls!”

— Sonny Helms, Facebook

“Tonight only!!!!! Velvet Jane will be gracing our stage starting at 10pm. This is a show you don't want to miss. With a female lead guitar and vocals, Female bass player these girls know how to rock!!! playing everything from Led Zeppelin to Green Day.”

— Live on Grace, Live on Grace

“Performing at Live on Grace in downtown Wilmington NC, Velvet Jane is an anomaly -- a classic rock cover band that cranks out songs from AC/DC, Guns n Roses, Journey, Jimi Hendrix, Billy Idol, Jet, Led Zeppelin, Katy Perry and more -- all with a female lead vocalist.”

— Whats On Wilmington

“This band rocks!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!”

— Mike Tracy, Facebook

“And it was a DAMN fine show if I do say so myself.... Your new singer has one hell of a voice- GREAT job to ALL the fine musicians of Velvet Jane”

— Ada L. Webb, Facebook

“Hey all! I wanted to thank you all again for the wonderful music and entertainment you provided for our supporters at Rock Against Rape.”

— Lindsay Husch, CHES Prevention Educator/Victim Advocate The Rape Crisis Center o, Rock Against Rape

“Good afternoon wonderful and talented musicians! On behalf of the Rape Crisis Center team, thank you for supporting sexual assault awareness month and performing at Rock Against Rape. Currently, we are still collecting/calculating donations but we have made about $5000 thus far!!!! We would not have been able to reach this number without your awesome performances! I have formal letters written to each band that includes our tax ID number for donating your time (it is the same number on the band contract). ”

— Lindsay Husch, CHES Prevention Educator/Victim Advocate The Rape Crisis Center o, Rock Against Rape

“Fabulous! You guys sound great.”

— Virginia Ussery, Facebook

“Way Cool!!! You are all good players. ”

— Wardell43 & Wardell Brown, You Tube & Facebook

“HOTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTT”

— John Korell, Facebook

“FANTASTIC SHOW LAST NIGHT!!! ”

— May Hemm, Facebook

“Hey Guys, Congratulations on being chosen to play at the 2011 Azalea Festival Main Stage. I'm really excited about this year. Like I said, if nothing changes, we will be located on top of the parking deck on water street. This event is gonna be awesome. It's sponsored by Coastal Beverage who is putting up alot of time and money to give Wilmington the best festival yet. So, on behalf of the Azalea Festival I want to thank you for participating and sharing your talents.”

— Marty Malter, NC Azalea Festival 2011

“You rock!”

— Brenda Biggs Melton, Facebook

“You guys ROCK! Thank you for letting me play along with you. Had a blast. You all sounded great. Happy New Year!!! ”

— Donna Fong, Facebook

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Backline Revival
keep the rock alive!!
Moxie and Flo
As always, you rock!! Keep on rocking in the free world!!
Smith III
Nice work! Best wishes 2013! Stop by our page, Put A Stamp On IT
Bubbojones
I commend u for makin my first visit here a nice one, and when I return back here again? I will be a fan of urs, and that's whats up!
Moxie and Flo
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PROMIZE®
piece of my heart..Awesome!!! -Rob