Central Heat was originally formed in the early 70's and was conceived to be the band that musicians would emulate.  As such, Central Heat succeeded in gaining the respect of numerous musicians in the Washington, DC area as well as the mid-Atlantic and West Coast regions.

Central Heat was born with every intention of breaking traditional ground for groups from the area and as a result, quickly found it's roots deep-seated in what is now known as blue eyed soul music (or what the guys in the band affectionately refer to as Funk).  The primary objective of Central Heat was to bring soul music to the people in a way that had never been accomplished before by providing an intense rhythm section, funky in-the-cut guitars and the hottest horn section on the East Coast.  Central Heat met and exceeded their objective.

As a result, Central Heat found itself opening for a number of national recording acts throughout the country.  Central Heat commanded SRO performances at clubs and concert venues such as the Bayou, the Crazy Horse, Much More, The Atlantis, The Jockey Club, Rogues, Peabody's and the Wax Museum just to name a few.  Central Heat was always in demand during its heyday and worked every successful venue from New York to Florida with some of its more memorable layovers being Virginia Beach, Nags Head, Fredericksburg, Key West, Ocean City, Baltimore, Richmond, and of course, Washington DC.  Central Heat has written and recorded a number of successful songs and is currently working on a new CD.

In 1979 the boys went their separate ways to pursue other musical interests and projects.  However, 16 years later, Central Heat played its first reunion in 1995 bringing together the same red-hot excitement and love for music it had at inception.  The show was sold out.  Central Heat has kept the fire burning today with a lineup of musicians you don't want to miss.

The Rythmn Section - Central Heat consists of the versatile often times unpredictable and entertaining Bob Costlow on vocals and guitar.  Long regarded as one of Washington DC's prominent guitarists, Bob will take you on one of the most animated and unrestrained musical journeys you will ever encounter. Bob is backed by original Central Heat founding members and Washington DC veterans Dennis Flynn a.k.a. the original "TimeMachine" laying down his acute and extremely hot syncopated backbeat on the drums with the dynamic Doug Flynn on bass offering up his powerful and profound in-the-pocket 16th note grooves. Rounding out the rhythm section and recently reunited with the band is Michael Cavaliere. Michael has matured into a finely tuned master of the guitar who never allowed the "fire" to burn out. His unique style and amazing grace solos leaves no doubt that Michael is the "Real Deal" helping Central Heat to achieve that ultimate position of being the funkiest, most soulful group of guys to ever play the streets of DC.

The Horn Section - On alto and baritone sax Darrel Brenzel adds his Tower of Power influences to the Central Heat horns when not busy touring with the world renowned "Jazz Ambassadors".  The most recent addition to the section is Greg Plush on the soprano, alto and tenor sax. Gregs' extensive background has put him in demand playing with such groups as the "Rhondels" from Virginia Beach and R&B artists "The Mood Experience. When not busy in the club scene, Greg can also be seen on the sidelines at JKCooke stadium as a member of the "Washington Redskins" band. Joe Brotherton also hits the high register on his scorching trumpet.  His improvisational ability will without a doubt blow you away.  Notoriously known up and down the East Coast is Geoff Cox , the "Bone Daddy", on trombone.  Geoff will re-introduce you to the sizzling and sultry versatility of the trombone like you have never heard before.  Additionally, Geoff provides back-up on the keys.  Step up and check out the horn section  - you'll certainly acquire a new appreciation for what this new breed of players is all about.