Radiance

Jay- Lead Vocals

Jay is a singer/songwriter from Middletown, CT. His passion for music began at a young age and is still growing. At 17 years old, Jason was featured on the acclaimed “It’s Showtime at the Apollo” in NY, where he won three consecutive shows and ended The Apollo season as reigning champ. As Jay grew older, he added a list of achievements to his resume while performing throughout the country and eventually releasing a single that landed on Billboard’s Top 100 R&B list, charting for 16 consecutive weeks. Throughout this time, Jay produced two albums and opened for artists such as Fantasia Barinno, Keith Sweat, Kci and Jojo, Avant, Xscape, Syleena Johnson, Maze featuring Frankie Beverly, and many others. He also was nationally recognized as a finalist on Season 9 of American Idol, performing for TV audience’s throughout the show’s “ Hollywood Week”.

Evan- Lead Vocals

Evan is a bonafide vocal powerhouse, having fronted the Radiance band for over 5 years. Her unique style, a blend of R&B, Soul, Blues, and Jazz lends itself to a range of different musical genres. From a young age, Evan has strived for nothing short of vocal excellence. She has performed with the Boston Pops, as well as alongside Anita Baker, Chaka Kahn, Aretha Franklin, Melissa Etheridge, Gloria Estefan, The Edge, Dennis Chambers, Steve Gadd, Elliot Scheiner, Michael Brecker, Yellowjackets, Jimmy Haslip, and Phil Ramone to name a few.

With a degree in Music Business/Management from Berklee College of music, and a wealth of experience under her belt, Evan is still pushing the envelope. She delivers each and every night with Radiance; from her soaring ballads to dance-inspiring up-tempo numbers, with all the flare and dynamic presence of a consummate pro.

Sal- Guitar/ Vocals

Sal has had an extensive 35 year experience in writing, recording and performing with many world class artists including Grammy Award winning artist “Speech” from Arrested Development, Grammy Nominee Susan Tedeski, Terry Lynn Carrington, Peter Erskine and Gary Burton. Sal has toured the world performing original music in the categories of jazz, rock, funk and fusion, with favorable reviews by top national entertainment magazines. Sal has recorded three solo records and has performed his original music in countries including Russia, France, Hungary, Italy, Taiwan and Albania and has performed in 22 states in the U.S in cities that include Boston, New York, Atlanta and Los Angeles. Sal’s latest releases include a number of Instructional DVD’s for guitar. Sal makes his home in Boston and is currently serving as an Associate Professor at the Berklee College of Music.

Joaquin- Drums

Joaquin, drummer-percussionist, hails from a whaling town called New Bedford, MA. He has studied with the best, including his father Jackie Santos Sr. Formerly the MD and drummer of the R&B  Group Tavares, and full Professor at Berklee College of Music, and has also studied with John Blackwell (Prince’s Drummer) for a summer semester at Berklee. Joaquin, formerly the drummer of Devin Lima (formally of LFO), has starred in a music video, toured, photographed in many magazine spreads, and has already been on a music label at his young age. He’s also played with the likes of Jeff Lockheart (Master Guitar player, and MD of Brian McKnight), Armstead Christian (Berklee College of Music Professor, Vocal Coach, and recording artist), and Frank Wilkons, master pianist and composer.

Gregg- Bass/ Vocals

Gregg comes from a family of musicians and has been a part of the local music scene for the past 25 years. As a lead vocalist and bassist, Gregg received most of his training playing clubs throughout New England and Canada, working with local favorites such as The Fools, Farrenheit and Susan Tedeschi. With a wide vocal range and a warm tone, Gregg has sang in venues ranging from classical to pop. As a solid bass player and singer, Gregg brings much enthusiasm and energy to the stage.

Mitch- Keyboards

Mitch is a multi-instrumentalist and producer. His primary instrument is piano which he began playing at the age of 5. Steeped in his family’s gospel roots, Mitch knew at a young age that music was to be his life long vessel.

At the age of 15, Mitch competed in the Black Caucus Gospel choir competition with his high school and won “Best Keyboardist” in 2005. In 2008 he auditioned for Berklee College of music and was accepted. At Berklee, Mitch worked alongside musicians/singers including Grammy award winning Terri Lynn and Esperanza Spalding in events such as the “Pearl Festival” in Chicago, IL. Mitch’s more recent work took him around the globe where he contributed to David O. Russel’s film, “American Hustle”.

In addition to his role in Radiance, OMitch continues to produce local artists and perform in Church.

Tyler- Trumpet

Tyler hails from Richland in Washington State. After picking up trumpet in the sixth grade, Tyler attended numerous jazz festivals and competitions, consistently bringing home outstanding soloist awards. In 2012, he auditioned and was accepted to Berklee College of Music on a performance scholarship. Two years into the program now, he is studying Writing and Production with a heavy emphasis in Performance.

Craig- Saxophone

Craig is a native of Dayton, Ohio. He is a well-seasoned saxophonist, having studied under accomplished names such as Terrell Stafford, Jeff Clayton, Mulgrew Miller, Steve Wilson, and Don Braden. At a young age, Craig was a part of the awarded group, “Serious Young Musicians”. With the group, he has opened up for names such as Al Green, The Funk Brothers, Freddie Jackson, Gerald Albright, and more. He has performed on television shows including “Showtime at the Apollo”, and Fuse TV’s “Behind the Unsigned”. Craig now resides in Boston, Massachusetts, where he attended Berklee College of Music. Since Moving to Boston, Craig has played in numerous well-known New England bands, sharing the bill with artists such as Slum Village, Pete Rock, Nappy Roots and more.