Meet the band

Video Samples

Audio Samples

SongList

Testimonials

17 South -  Charleston's Premiere Wedding
& Party Band

 
17 SOUTH-MEET THE BAND

Lead Vocalist - Dudley Birch is an exceptionally gifted and versatile singer, having appeared on TV and having a former Top Ten recording on the Rhythm-n-Beach circuit. Dudley has been a featured vocalist in many Charleston music & stage productions including the annual Charleston Christmas Special and numerous Spoleto Festival productions. He is equally at home performing R&B, Earth Wind and Fire or Frank Sinatra.

Trumpet and Flugelhorn - Chuck Dalton was former 1st Trumpet for the House Orchestras of the Desert Inn, Stardust and Tropicana Hotels in Las Vegas for over 20 years. He has performed with over 100 main headliners including Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, Elton John, Doc Severensen and Cher among others. Chuck regularly performs with the Temptations + Four Tops and is very active on the Charleston music scene, performing regularly for the Christmas Special, Spoleto events & many other local venues.

Keyboards - Fernando Rivas has won two Grammys and an Emmy Award for his composition and musical performance on Sesame Street. He is now composing and arranging for the Handy Mandy show on the Disney Channel. Fernando is one of the most respected keyboard players in both the Charleston and Miami Florida area, where he has performed with numerous top name Latin Bands.

Drummer - Tommy Garrett is a local Charleston native. He has played alongside The Four Tops and Shanon among big name groups. Tommy has been playing drums for over 30 years with some of the top groups in the Carolina area including 15 years with the well known group 9TH ROW.

Saxophone and Vocals - Jon Phillips has played with Little Anthony & the Imperials, Chuck Jackson, Marshall Tucker, Darius Rucker + Hootie and the Blowfish. John has also performed at the Savannah, Charlotte and Charleston Jazz Festivals. He was former director of the Big Band Live on Hilton Head SC. Locally, John is very well known, having played with Para-Ti and the East Coast Party Band among many others.

Trombone - Phil King is a native Charlestonian , having appeared with numerous top name entertainers including Darius Rucker, The Dells, Liberace, Bob Hope and a tour of southeast concerts with Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons. He is a former member of the Charleston Symphony and has played with numerous popular local bands including Para-Ti and the East Coast Party Band.

Lead Guitar - Mike Suggs is a dynamite guitar player. He has played in numerous well-known Beach bands up and down the Carolina Coast including the Dells and The Dardenelles out of Philly. He is a very seasoned guitar player and makes a great addition to the 17 SOUTH Band.

Bass - Brian Reed was born and raised outside of Motown City Detroit. Brian has played with such notables as Steve Cropper of "The Blues Brothers Band", "Saturday Night Live" band, and guitar player for Wilson Pickett. Other notables: Eddie Floyd,. Susan Anton, Felix Cavalleri, Mickey Clark ,John Daly and Don Felder. The Beatles were his main musical influence growing up.

Video SAMPLES

AUDIO SAMPLES

SONG LIST

MOTOWN  -  Classic Hits  -  Earth Wind & Fire

Ain’t Too Proud To Beg The Temptations
Brick HouseThe Commodores
Brown Eyed GirlVan Morrison
Domino Van Morrison
Get Down Tonight Kool and The Gang
I Wish Stevie Wonder
Just My ImaginationThe Temptations
Ladies’ Night Kool and The Gang
Love Won’t Let Me Wait Major Lance
My Girl The Temptations
Second That EmotionSmokey Robinson
SeptemberEarth, Wind & Fire
Shining Star Earth, Wind & Fire
Signed, Sealed, DeliveredStevie Wonder
Sing a Song Earth, Wind & Fire
You’re My Shining Star The Manhattans
Into the MysticVan Morrison
Does Anybody Know What Time It Is Chicago

BEACH MUSIC

Build Me Up Buttercup The Foundations
Carolina GirlsChairmen of the Board
Don’t Let the Green Grass Fool YouWilson Pickett
Just a Gigolo/ I Ain’t Got NobodyLouie Prima
I Love Beach MusicThe Embers
Little Bitty Pretty OneBobby Day
Sweet CarolineNeal Diamond
Under The Boardwalk the Drifters

Classic R & B, Soul and Funk

At Last Etta James
Barefootin’ Robert Parker
But It’s Alright J.J. Jackson
Diggin’ on James Brown Tower of Power
Electric Slide Marcia Griffiths
Get Down On It Kool and The Gang
Givin’ It Up for Your Love Delbert McClinton
Higher and Higher Jackie Wilson
I Feel Good James Brown
In the Midnight Hour Wilson Pickett
Jungle Boogie Kool and the Gang
Knock On Wood Eddie Floyd
Mustang Sally Wilson Pickett
Night Life B. B. King
Shout Otis Day and The Knights
Soul Man The Blues Brothers
Soul With a Capital “S” Tower of Power
Stand by Me Ben E. King
Sweet Home Chicago The Blues Brothers

Pop and Rock

Be MineDavid Gray
Can’t Help Falling In Love with YouElvis Presley
Can’t Take My Eyes Off of YouFrankie Vali
Dancin’ in the Moonlight King Harvest
Everything Michael Buble’
Gimme Some Lovin’ The Blues Brothers
The Heart of Rock n’ RollHuey Lewis and The News
Long Train Runnin’ The Doobie Brothers
More Today Than Yesterday Spiral Staircase
Save the Last Dance For Me Michael Buble’
Steal My Kisses From You Ben Harper

Swing and Jazz Standards

Blue Bossa Kenny Durham
C Jam BluesDuke Ellington
Chameleon Herbie Hancock
Don't Get Around Much AnymoreDuke Ellington
It Had to Be YouHarry Connick, Jr.
It's A Wonderful World Louis Armstrong
Just the Way You Look TonightFrank Sinatra
MeditationAntonio Carlos Jobim
Mercy, Mercy Cannonball Adderly
Misty Johnny Mathis
Moondance Van Morrison
My Funny ValentineFrank Sinatra
Quiet Night of Quiet StarsAntonio Carlos Jobim
Satin Doll Duke Ellington
Summertime Frank Sinatra
Take the “A” Train Duke Ellington
The Girl From IpanemaStan Getz
Watermelon ManHerbie Hancock
When the Saints Go Marchin' InLouis Armstrong

Country - Pop Crossover

First Dance Corey Smith
Dixie Chicken Little Feat
My Little Gir Tim McGraw
I Loved Her First Heartland

.. and many more!

Wow--we knew that music was a priority for the wedding--
and 17 South was better than we ever could have hoped--
your charisma, talent, and ability to gauge your music to
the pulse of the guests is the mark of true professionals.
Your rendition of ''Can't Take My Eyes Off of You" was
perfect for the Bridal Dance.Thank you so much for helping
Anna and Ryan's wedding reception to be so much fun!!!

... Marcia Quigley - Thomas Bennett House wedding

In my years of party planning I have never seen a more
professional group. Your music set the tone for the event
and was outstanding. 17 South was punctual, well
planned, diverse in music and really knew how to read
the crowd! Clients and coworkers are looking forward to
next year’s party and I know I’ll be at ease with 17
South band leading the entertainment. Sincerely,

... Jennifer Gerken - Director/James Island High School Prom Committee
 

17 South rocked our wedding reception! We really enjoyed
their high energy and great sound. They kept our guests
dancing all night long, and were loads of fun. The best part
is that they were having as much fun on stage as we were
under the tent. We can't wait to see them perform again.

... Stephen and Jaime Fernandez - Charleston Tea Plantation

I would like to thank youfor playing at our Senior Oyster
Roast. Everyone really enjoyed your performance! I have
never received so much positive feedback about a band
hired for a function before!! I will definitely be in touch about
our events in the fall. Thanks again,

... Parke Shields - Alpha Nu Chapter of Delta Delta Delta

What a great night you guys provided in helping us to enjoy
Ashley and Tim's wedding. The compliments are still coming
our way on what a great band 17 South is. The variety you
provide and the artistic level you perform is second to none.
Thanks for such a wonderful night!

... Dean Crabtree - Dunes West Golf Club wedding