A well established presence in the Asheville music scene, Blues, Jazz, Soul & R&B Chanteuse Peggy Ratusz and her array of musical configurations (Daddy LongLegs/Swing Daddies/Lotion or Trio)perform an infectious, sultry, multi-layered brand of original, traditional and modern Blues, Soul. R&B and Jazz. While influences such as Ray Charles, Ella Fitzgerald, Etta James, BB King, Susan Tedeschi and Bonnie Raitt are evident, it can’t be denied that her unique soul and voice are one of a kind. She and her backing bands are particularly impressive during live performances where audiences witness her very core as it shines and is inspired by the rhythm, the melodies and content of the stories she tells. Every drop of emotion is authentic and shows all who are present, that she’s a willing servant to Jazz, Swing, Blues and Soul music.
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Eric has taken advantage of living in one of the most picturesque and beautiful areas of the USA by creating his ground breaking HIKING JAMS video series. Featuring some of the most scenic waterfalls and vistas in WNC, Eric has fused live music and improvisation against the breathtaking backdrop of our areas natural beauty. His video series was featured in Mountain Express. More episodes of the series are in production.
Over the past 7 years, Eric has helped raise over 100,000 dollars for Autism. From supporting the St Gerard House early intervention center in Hendersonville, to putting on Festivals to help the Autism Science Foundation and other organizations, Eric’s passion to help stems from his own experiences raising his daughter with Autism. He is committed to further educating people and raising awareness about the disorder, in addition to spreading hope through his music to those dealing with it.