Ted is a singer, songwriter and a tribute artist. He was born in Seattle and raised in the Olympia area. He has been perform- ing from the age of ten throughout school in concert, sym- phonic and jazz bands developing his talents as a drummer and singer.

Kalimba, The Spirit of Earth Wind and Fire is considered by some as being the best Tribute to Earth Wind and Fire in the country. Based out of the Pacific Northwest, Kalimba’s has been together since 2011 spawning from the dream of Lead Vocalist, Thomas “Chazz” Smith, started Kalimba with the vision of playing the music that he listened to growing up, Earth Wind and Fire. Since 2011, Kalimba has evolved to a 10 piece group with full horn section, performing the hits including but not limited to, Shining Star, That's the Way of the World, Devotion, Sing a Song, Can't Hide Love, Getaway, Fantasy, Love's Holiday, September, Boogie Wonderland", After the Love Has Gone and Let's Groove just to name a few. Kalimba performs nationally across the country at Casino’s, State Fair’s as well as at the some of the country’s most prestigious Jazz Clubs. In 2013, Sheldon Reynolds, former Earth Wind and Fire guitarist (87-01) reached out to Kalimba to collaborate on certain ventures. As he puts it “out of 1000 other bands that I have heard play this material, Kalimba is the first band that gets it like it’s supposed to be played”. Kalimba is a treat for the eyes and ears, and has a true passion for the music, and they look forward to spreading the message of Earth Wind and Fire to the masses..

Based in Seattle, established Aerosmith Tribute Band, "Sweet Emotion" performs all of Aerosmith's greatest Classic 70's and early 80's songs. From classic hits such as "Walk This Way," "Sweet Emotion," "Dream On", "Last child", "Back in The Saddle" to "Draw the Line" and more!