Pablo Ahogado’s love of music started at very young age in the city Bogotá, Colombia, thanks to his Dad's passion for classical guitar and jazz music. Pablo started playing classical piano at the age of five with instruction by Mauricio Villa. At the young age of nine, he started attending the Children's Conservatory of Music in Los Andes University, where he studied music theory, was part of the Children's Choir and the Youth Orchestra.

When he was just 12 years old, Pablo’s talent was evident to many when he was awarded a scholarship due to his outstanding progress. Three years later Pablo was making even greater musical achievements with his involvement in various ensembles, as well as being part of musicals: Jesus Christ Superstar and Tommy. Pablo was always interested in the science of sound production, and it was because of this that he chose to move to the United States after he graduated High School.

It was Middle Tennessee State University’s Recording Industry program that further enticed Pablo. During his studies at MTSU, Pablo decided to further his musical studies by taking jazz piano lessons with Dana Landry and Bruce Dudley at the McLean School of Music. It was here that he met percussionist Stephen Richardson and saxophonist Ryan Latham by a chance opening and audition for the local salsa band, Abakuá. Pablo’s talent and love for live performance shown though with Abakuá, which has led him to many other musical opportunities. Of these opportunities, none are as satisfying as Grand Revue, where the music is raw and original.

Born: Ft. Collins, Colorado (Raised in Colombia, South America)
Birthday: 6/29/82
Instrument: Keyboards
Inflences: Jamiroquai, Led Zeppelin, Pedro Ahogado, Phish, Dave Matthews Band,
Claude Bolling Jazz Trio, Fruko y sus Tesos and Richie Ray.

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Paul Cavitt started his musical career at the young age of 10 when he began taking piano lessons at Belmont University in Nashville, TN. Soon, he found that he loved playing music, but that piano was not the instrument for him. Paul was drawn instead to the guitar, where his talent was immediately apparent. He performed in his high school’s pop ensemble for two years and began playing with two of its members in the power pop trio, 60-cycle HUM. After graduation, the band fizzled and Paul’s music life was stagnant until the partnership with David Guy was formed and Grand Revue was born.

Born: 11/9/82
Birthplace: Nashville, TN
Instrument: Guitar
Influences: SRV, Jimmy Page, Rivers Cuomo, Rob Jackson, The Beatles, Elvis Costello,
Prince, John Prine and Scott Myrick

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Growing up, Jody Douglas played sports year-round for 13 years, taking up any free time he might have. Jody was unaware of his musical talents at the time until he discovered flute at 21. After two years of developing this trade, he “picked up” the saxophone and immediately fell in love. From that point on, he began listening to jazz and studying its language. Jody briefly took lessons with Jeffrey Scot Wills, and has been driven ever since, willing to consume as much musical knowledge as possible. He continues to appear on stage with Mile 8 as well as Chef Dave, recording an album with the latter which features musicians: Johnny Neal, Victor Wooten, and Marcus Finney.

Born: 12/5/76
Birthplace: Nashville, TN
Instruments: Alto and Tenor Saxophones, and Flute
Influences: Charlie Parker, Sonny Rollins, Karl Denson, Julian "Cannonball" Adderley,
Joshua Redman, Jackie McLean and John Egan

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Jenny Gill began singing at a very young age, appearing for the first time on stage when she was 6 years old. While appearing in various choirs and musicals through school in Franklin, Tennessee, her vocal ability won the admiration of friends and family. Jenny acquired more experience as she sang in front of very large audiences while tagging along on summer tours with her father, Vince Gill.

 

She also appeared on two of his country albums, Let’s Make Sure We Kiss Goodbye and The Next Big Thing, singing harmony. After graduation from high school, Jenny attended Belmont University where she studied as a Commercial Voice Major, then later transferred to Middle Tennessee State University. At MTSU, Jenny is currently working on a Recording Industry Major with an emphasis in Music Business.

Born: 5/5/82
Birthplace: Torrance, CA (Raised in Franklin, TN)
Instrument: Vocals
Influences: Bonnie Raitt, Stevie Wonder, Vince Gill, Sara McLaughlin and Dave
Mathews Band

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David A. Guy has independently been a bass guitarist, vocalist and songwriter since the age of 12. He has always been driven to find his own unique voice with the right musicians to fulfill a dream of success and originality in music. His partnership with Josh Van Valkenburg has produced the bands, Mandala and Taming the Storm.

Meeting Paul Cavitt enabled him to begin the journey of putting together a big band with an even greater sound. An actor in high school and an avid music listener / collector, David is his own student of the Arts. He also independently recorded three full length albums playing the roles of Artist, Producer and Engineer. Currently, he is a Recording Industry Major at Middle Tennessee State University with an emphasis in Production and Technology.

Born: 7/5/81
Birthplace: Nashville, TN
Instruments: Vocals, Bass Guitar
Influences: The Beatles, Yes, Genesis, Steely Dan, Herbie Hancock, Miles Davis, Phish,
Stevie Wonder, Sting, Jill Scott and Karl Denson

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Ryan Latham began playing saxophone at age 10, and soon realized that music was a passion that had to be developed into a career. At 20, he moved to Murfreesboro, TN, to attend Middle Tennessee State University, major in Jazz Studies and learn from one of the greats, Don Aliquo. While at MTSU, Ryan has been involved in the Jazz Orchestra, and various ensembles including his outside work with the salsa band, Abakuá. Since arriving in Tennessee three years ago, he has quickly made connections in the industry that have led to sharing the stage with the likes of Lalo Davila, Jeff Coffin, and Chester Thompson, among others.

Born: 8/18/1980
Birthplace: Joliet, IL
Instruments: Tenor and Alto Saxophones
Influences: Stanley Turrentine, Tower of Power, Branford Marsalis, Michael Brecker,
Frank Sinatra and Steely Dan

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At the young age of 23, percussionist Stephen Richardson has already shown the taste of a well-seasoned player. After studying privately with the likes of Lalo Davila, Glen Caruba, Andy Smith, Matt Savage, David Brochocki, Christian Brooks and Julie Davila, Stephen’s ultimate goal is becoming a well-rounded multifaceted performer. He is currently performing with Grand Revue, Abakuá and Steelin’ the Groove.

In addition, Stephen has performed with such acts as "Orkesta Eme Pe," and the 2001 Percussive Arts Society Championship Percussion Ensemble with Middle Tennessee State University (as Director, Show Designer, Producer and Performer). In the summer of 2003, Stephen performed at the PAS Convention in Puerto Rico with the MTSU percussion ensemble. He attends MTSU as a Recording Industry Major with a focus in Music Business.

Born: 11/14/1980
Birthplace: Nashville, TN
Instrument: Percussion
Influences: Jose “Anga” Diaz, Karl Van Den Bossche, Gordon Gottlieb, Kenwood
Dennard, Calvin Rogers, Poncho Sanchez, Marc Quinones, Glen Caruba, Lalo
Davila, Andy Smith and Josh Van Valkenburg

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Josh Van Valkenburg has always loved music, even when he was in the womb. His parents, who met in a bluegrass band, have continuously supported his musical efforts and achievements. Josh has covered many sides of the musical spectrum. While singing and touring the country with Blair School of Music’s (Vanderbilt) Children’s Chorus (’91-‘96), he played with high school rock bands and spent weekends playing at bluegrass festivals with his dad. These experiences have allowed Josh to be a balanced musician. Josh’s love for drums and percussion is only matched by his love for writing songs, a trait he received from his mother. Josh hopes to build a lasting career from all sides of his talents and ambitions.

Born: June 13, 1982 Hollywood, FL
Instrument: Drums
Influences: Sting, Ben Folds, Spin Doctors, John Mayer, Vinnie Caliuta, Carter Beauford, Phish, Stephen Richardson, and Wilson Phillips.