Carol "Diva G" Garcia - Lead Vocals/Diva

Carol has been singing since the age of three. She comes from a family of musicians and singers and considers her voice a gift to share. Carol finds joy in making music and feels fortunate to have these talents.

Before moving to the Sacramento area, Carol toured the San Francisco Bay Area circuit in various R&B, Disco, Rock, and Country bands since the early 1980s, including Final Warning and Gail Force.

"Disco" Johnny Espinoza - Guitar/Vocals/Management

Johnny has been playing guitar for over 20 years. He studied Musicianship and Theory in college before becoming an engineer at the University of California at Berkeley. He has been in several bands in the Bay Area, including The Stew and Monkey Love.

Johnny loves managing the Groove Thang and ensures a professional show to keep clients satisfied. Disco always enjoys playing guitar for the Groove Thang because he loves laying down that backbeat and keeping the dance floor poppin'.

Erik "E-Rock" - Drums/Percussion

E-Rock has been playing drums since he was 10 years old, pounding on pots and pans, buckets, and whatever he could get his drumsticks on. He has performed in several groups in the Sacramento region and joined Groove Thang in 2010. E-Rock adds a high-energy rock element to Groove Thang, enhancing the band's versatility. He loves performing with Groove Thang and provides the foundation for their rockin' groove!

Funk Masta has been performing for many years as a bass player and guitarist. He is well-versed in many styles of bass playing, from funk to rock to jazz and country! However, Funk Masta definitely prefers to play funky bass and keep a groovin' vibe to all the music. His solid, soulful, groovin' bass sound solidifies the Groove Thang sound that you will hear at our shows.

Louis "Jo Jo Mon" Montalbo - Keyboards

Joe brings Groove Thang over 30 years of experience and wisdom. He has toured with several bands across the U.S. and brings a wealth of entertainment expertise. He has performed with the Marzigliano Sisters, Linda Bracamonte, David Proud, John Ranger, Jimmy Malone, and Crème de la Crème. Joe enjoys playing with Groove Thang because of the great music and relaxed atmosphere.

VP has been performing actively in bands since the seventies. He has provided backline support for The Temptations and The Drifters, and opened shows for Steve Miller, Boz Scaggs, and Commander Cody.

He plays tenor, alto, baritone, and soprano saxophones, along with the flute, clarinet, and oboe! VP also enjoys adding supporting percussion and vocals to Groove Thang, utilizing his precise rhythmic skills and vocal abilities. His rippin' sax playing, rhythmic percussion, and backing vocals, combined with his extremely professional attitude, provide the icing on the cake at all Groove Thang shows.

Bryan "The Maestro" Fields - Drums/Percussion/Vocals

Bryan has been playing drums and percussion for over 20 years. Originally from Chicago, Bryan migrated to California and has been working with many local artists in the Sacramento area, including The Bootie Shakers, Whiplash, and RCP, reflecting a wide variety of styles ranging from Rock to Funk to Gospel. He loves being a technical expert at drums and percussion and also really enjoys being a part of the creative musical process.

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