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The Music lives on

The real band that played with Little Richard—now lighting up festivals, private parties, and unforgettable events. Book a night of Rock n Roll  history.

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Shawn "Swift" Johnson

Lead Vocalist & Dancer

Toured the world with Little Richard. Built two chart-topping bands. Now, he's back.

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Big Jaye Nelson

Lead Vocalist & Showman

From impromptu audition to #1 charting rock star. Europe to Atlanta—he is the show.

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Kelvin Holly

Lead Guitarist

Guitarist for Little Richard, Neil Young, Jerry Lee Lewis. Over 25 years of Grammy-winning riffs.

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Wayne Chaney

Trumpet, Vocals, Band Leader

Alabama Music Hall of Famer. Heart of the band. Mentored hundreds, loved by thousands.

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Kenny "International" Walker

Saxophone & Vocals

From sax solos to stage slams—he’s been at it since 13.—choreography, vocals, and pure stage power.

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Charles "King C" Glenn

Bass Legend

Motown roots, bass legend. Toured with Sammy Davis Jr. and Billy Preston, and of course—Little Richard.

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Mark "One" Holland

Drummer

The longest-running drummer with the band. TV, film, and stages across the world.

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Kenneth “Buzzard” Ford

Barotone Saxophone

From the earliest tours to today’s stage, Buzzard’s been the backbone of the band for over 37 years.

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Chalmers Davis

Keyboards & Producer

Muscle Shoals royalty. Keyboards, commercial music wizard, and master of groove.

Rock Royalty

The Sound of a Lifetime

The original band that made the world move with Little Richard—now bringing unforgettable energy to your event.

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ABOUT US

Little Richard’s Band is more than a tribute. We’re the real deal—the original musicians who toured, performed, and recorded with the one and only Little Richard for decades.

Our lineup includes Hall of Famers, Motown legends, award-winning songwriters, and world-class performers who’ve played stages from the Grammys to the Grand Ole Opry, from Europe to Japan, and everywhere in between. Collectively, we’ve shared the spotlight with artists like Neil Young, Chuck Berry, Teena Marie, Billy Preston, and so many more.

Today, we carry that legacy forward—with explosive live shows that fuse rock history, electrifying energy, and a sound that still shakes the room. Whether it’s a corporate event, festival, or private concert, we bring the same fire that helped shape rock 'n' roll. 


This is your chance to experience the power of the original band that backed one of music’s greatest icons. Book us—and make your event legendary.

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Grammy Awards

Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

American Music Awards

Presidential Inauguration

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From Grammy stages to yours, this electrifying lineup brings unmatched energy, soul, and sound to every crowd they play.

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