Central Heat was originally conceived to be the band that musicians would emulate. And 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 local groups from the area. As a result, it 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
"The Central Heat sound is genuine, straight-to-the-core R&B, with a lot of funk elements and a great deal of soul attitude" 
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accomplished before. Providing an intense rhythm section, funky in-the-cut guitars and the hottest horn section on the East Coast. Central Heat has met and exceeded their objective.

 

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"Central Heat - an extremely hot and hard-hitting band"

Central Heat has found itself opening for a number of national recording
acts throughout the country over the years. Central Heat has commanded 
SRO performances at such legendary clubs and concert venues 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
has always been in demand and has 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.

For a brief history of the band click on history


THE LATEST NEWS AND VIEWS

"The Boys Are Back In Town"

CENTRAL HEAT 
At the 
OLD TOWN THEATER
Alexandria, Virginia

September 3rd, 2005

www.oldtowntheater.com for Showtime & Directions

 

At the DOWN UNDER TAVERN in Occoquan VA  
August 19th, 2005
September 16th, 2005

301 MILL STREET
OCCOQUAN, VA
703 490~0904


From Washington DC  I-95 S.
 Take the VA-123 N exit- (exit number 160) - towards OCCOQUAN/LAKE RIDGE.
 Merge onto VA-123 N - GORDON BLVD.
 Proceed a couple miles and
Turn SLIGHT LEFT onto COMMERCE ST  (253 W)
 Turn RIGHT onto WASHINGTON ST.
 Turn LEFT onto MILL ST.

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!!!!!!Check out this funky new track from the Central Heat CD!!!!!!
 
"I Got Your Back"

 

 

 
 

 


THE BAND MEMBERS

Bob Costlow Lead Vocals & Guitar
Michael Cavaliere Lead Guitar & Vocals
Doug Flynn Bass Guitar & Vocals
Dennis Flynn Drums & Percussion
Brian Nelson * Keyboards & Vocals
Darryl Brenzel * Saxophones
Greg Plush Saxophones
Geoff Cox Trombone & Keyboards
Joe Brotherton Trumpet

* appears as guest performer

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The versatile often times unpredictable and entertaining Bob Costlow on vocals and guitar.  Long regarded as one of Washington DC's prominent musicians, Bob will take you on one of the most animated and unrestrained musical journeys you will ever encounter.

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Lead Guitarist Michael Cavaliere has matured into a finely tuned master of the guitar. His unique style and amazing solos leave 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 you've ever heard.

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The dynamic Doug Flynn on Bass Guitar offering up his powerful and profound in-the-pocket 16th note grooves. Doug plays both standard and fretless electric bass.

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Dennis Flynn a.k.a. the original "Time-Machine" laying down his acute and extremely hot syncopated backbeat on the drums. Dennis is also the band leader and a driving force behind the band.

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Brian Nelson, a frequent guest performer with the band, adds his blazing keyboard solos and lush chords to the mix. Brian has a degree in music and is a composer and producer in his own right.

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Darryl Brenzel, also a frequent guest, on alto, tenor, and baritone sax gives an incredible boost to the horn section. Darryl can also be seen performing with his jazz quintet and has recently released his own independent CD entitled "Pentasphere"

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Greg Plush, on alto and tenor sax, hails from Bethlehem, Pennsylvania and has performed in numerous show bands in the past and can often be seen in the Washington Redskins Band when he's not working with Central Heat.

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Geoff Cox, the "Bone Daddy", was born in Massachusetts. Geoff has played Latin, jazz, and R&B trombone and piano for most of his life in Washington, DC. Geoff arranges music for the Washington Redskins Marching Band, and composes and records music for Television commercials.

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Joe Brotherton also hits the high register on his scorching trumpet.  His improvisational ability will without a doubt blow you away.

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