Manuel the Band

Emerging from Long Beach,CA the Rock-Pop-Americana group, Manuel The Band, was founded by songwriter, guitarist and vocalist Manuel Grajeda. Described as “a breath of fresh air” by Julie Montante of Coachella Valley Weekly, Manuel The Band has fused an unorthodox range of instruments not normally seen in the pop-music genre.

Manuel The Band has made an impression on the Southern California music scene with a unique sound stemming from influences such as John Mayer, Dave Matthews Band and Gram Parsons. The band’s lineup consists of Brandon Charlesworth (Drums), George Madrid (Pedal Steel), Richard Fernandez (Trombone), Kevin Nowacki (Bass), and

Matt Kalin (Saxophone).

Manuel The Band’s latest single “Casual Love” achieved positive reviews from Ear to Ground Music and Buzz Music LA, describing it as “distinctly modern with clear tone and clever lyrics.” Released May 2018, “Casual Love” was recorded by Shea Thompson of Sonic Rockets Studio, mixed by Eric Corne, and mastered by Mark Chalecki.

“I had heard through the grapevine that they rock...Without exaggeration they pretty much wowed everyone.” - Esther Sanchez (Coachella Valley Weekly). Manuel The Band’s energetic live show has brought them to stages such as Music Tastes Good Festival, House of Blues, Jam in the Van, Pappy and Harriet’s, and The Hotel Cafe to name a few. They have shared the stage with the likes of James Blake, New Order, Joey Bada$$, Matt Costa, The Church.

Manuel The Band are currently recording their follow up EP with award-winning engineer/ producer Eric Corne (Forty Below Records). The band aims to carve a new niche in the pop music scene.

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