Stargroove is a powerhouse quintet led by Michael George Gonzalez (electric guitar + vocals). The band delivers flavors of funk, reggae, fusion, and world beat music. Including some strong original compositions by Gonzalez.
The rhythm section features James Ralls (drums) and Steve Imburgia (percussion) locked in for high-energy grooves. While the saxophone and guitar trade lead lines for some thrilling improvisation.
Michael Gonzalez
Michael is a singer-songwriter steeped roots, jazz, folk, and world music. His sultry voice and prolific guitar playing engage the audience with music that is dynamic and rich.
A trained composer with 30 years experience as a performer, bandleader, and music educator.
Mitch Klicki
Hailing from Chicago IL Mitch Klicki has been a journeyman bassist and hired gun with an innumerable amount of groups throughout the years. This experience has led him to be well versed in many genres including: Jazz, funk, reggae, blues, Americana and many others. His main calling is within the jazz and funk realm and influences include Paul Jackson, Francis Rocco Prestia and Jaco Pastorious
Steve Imburgia
Steve Imburgia (IMBRO) is a drummer & percussionist who is currently performing with several bands and musicians in and around the Rochester, New York area.
He plays a wide range of percussion instruments and has a broad knowledge of ethnic music styles. He spent three years collaborating and touring with Sankofa, an African Drum and Dance ensemble. Steve has shared his experience and knowledge doing Arts in Education, Young Audience performances and clinics.
He was most honored to be asked to play drumset at Rochester’s Geva Theatre in the musical production “Famous Orpheus” by Charles F. Gordon (OyamO). This performance was in collaboration with the world renowned Garth Fagan Dance company.
James Ralls
James has been playing drums since grade school band. He’s been an in-demand touring and session drummer for the past 15 years. Including years working in the Nashville music scene. His range is unmatched. From his original music project Karen, to the jazz bandstand and every space in between.
Quinn Lawrence
Quinn Lawrence, multi-instrumentalist, has traveled abroad playing trumpet, saxophone, piano and bass. Lawrence has appeared with Jon Faddis, Wynton Marsalis, Wycliffe Gordon, Marcus Printup, Mulgrew Miller, Candido Camero, and Fred Wesley.
Lawrence earned his Bachelors degree from Eastman School of Music and a
Masters degree from University of Cincinnati College Conservatory of Music.
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