band members

 

 

*6 fifteen

From two hit producers in Nashville, Regie Hamm (over 20 #1 hits in Christian music as a writer/producer and the #1 song in the world, David Cook’s “Time of My Life” from American Idol fame) and Rob Galbraith (producer of Ronnie Milsap-over 40 #1 hits, and the Disney sensation Coco Jones) come a sound that is comparable to none. Country Funk is how it’s best described, starting with the lead vocals of Jason Grainger. Jason’s range seems to have no ceiling at times and even when he is in that range, he never loses the thick soulful presence that evidently rubbed off on him while listening to all of those Ronnie Milsap and Delbert McClinton records. Next you go to Shane Sutton who was belting out pop hits on movie soundtracks by age 10, winning Star Search by 14 and his first solo record by 19, he’s no stranger to the music business. He’s been asked to play on many hit artists master record by the artist themselves. Then there’s Louis Winfield. He was personally asked by George Clinton to play on his most recent album and join the Parliament Funk. His stage presence is worth the price of admission by itself. Their 18 yr old Bass player, Sam Hunter, spent his earlier years playing many nights with the Wooten Brothers. Industry greats have marveled at this young man and what he’s accomplished in such a short time. Not to be outdone, Dave Cohen grew up playing R&B and funk with B3 as his first instrument. Dave attained a jazz degree in college, then landed a rock gig right out of college. Shortly thereafter he landed a country gig in Toronto that eventually led him to Nashville. He is a natural fit for this wildly entertaining band. Come see this “Arena” band before they hit arenas! 

 

*Jason Grainger-Lead Vocals/Acoustic Guitar

Jason has been in Nashville since he was 11 years old. He has played clubs all over the country. The one he played the most was the Fiddle and Steel Guitar Bar. You could regularly see Jason, the Blue Heelers, Rascal Flatts and Colt Prather all on the same stage all on the same night. It lent itself to be the breeding ground for jam sessions that left onlookers in awe of the vocal acrobats, first time Nashville pickers wanting to pack there bags, and road players and artists of every stature knowing where they could come to be entertained. That was where Jason developed friendships with the other band members of 6 Fifteen. Jason has sang backgrounds on numerous albums. He has recently produced, written, and sang backgrounds on a project that included artists such as Mila Mason, Bryan White, Mark Collie, Kevin Sharp, John Berry, Linda Davis, Jimmy Fortune and Wayne Warner. He has also co-produced a project with Mila Mason, and Rob Galbraith on 15 year old Savanna Smallwood. 

 

 

 

*Shane Sutton-Electric Guitar/Vocals

Shane is from California. He had a solo record deal on Polydor with the single,"I've got your Number" written by Tony Haseldon. Shane and Tony, along with Stan Munsey, went on to write "Love Don't Work That Way" for Ty Herndon on the "Living in a Moment" album. Shane Was the electric guitar for the Blue Heelers who landed a record deal on Giant records right before they closed their doors. Shane has played on Pam Tillis records and Michael Peterson records. He has played with artists like Gary Allen, Joe Nichols, Michael Peterson, Mila Mason, Pam Tillis and many more.

 

 

*Sam Hunter-Bass/Vocals

Sam Hunter is one of the very few musicians that is from Nashville,TN. Having grown up here and having a father in the music industry, Sam quickly picked up multiple instruments and began displaying talent beyond his years very early. At age 11, he was playing off and on with the Wooten Brothers and impressing everyone who came in contact with him. Now at 17, he is already clearly establishing himself as an accomplished musician, vocalist, and writer. 

 

 

 

*Dave Cohen-Keys/Vocals

Dave Cohen is an accomplished keyboard player and vocalist and Music Director for multi-CCMA award winning and multi-platinum selling artist Johnny Reid. His versatility as a Keyboard/Organ/Accordion player and Music Director has led him to play with a wide variety of artists over the years, as well as multiple Canadian Country Music Award nominations for Keyboard Player Of The Year (’07-’09). Dave’s touring/performing/recording credits include:  15x platinum selling artist Amanda Marshall,  Grammy nominated artist Emerson Drive,  Juno Award winner Tomi Swick,  Nashville recording artists Jer Gregg, Sara Jane Preston, Lee Anna James and many more.  Also tours alongside Faith Hill, Tim McGraw, Carrie Underwood, Reba McEntire, Barenaked Ladies, Dwight Yoakam, The Spin Doctors, Blue Rodeo, Our Lady Peace etc.

 

 

 

*Louis

Winfield-Drums/Vocals

Louis is from Greensboro,NC. He grew up playing Gospel and R&B for his dad, starting when he was 5. In early 2008, he began playing with a fusion group called Secrets, started by Carter Buford (Drummer in Dave Matthews Band) and Keith Horne. He still fills in from time to time. He has played for such artists as Crystal Shawanda and Kimberly Lock. Most recently he played on George Clinton's latest album and played with the Parliament Funk.

 

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