Big Al & The Kaholics is Jacksonville’s Ultimate Party Band!
With the same lineup together for 7 years, they have become this city’s most popular live band. Ask any local bar/club manager, and they will tell you that Big Al is one of the biggest draws of all the bands they book. Unlike most bands, the members of Big Al are professionals who aren’t just musicians, they are performers and entertainers! With a very loyal following, they interact with the crowds and always encourage drink sales, dancing, and partying!
Big Al plays an incredible mix of music, with over 250 songs in their repertoire. You can hear everything: oldies (50’s-60’s), classic rock, disco, 80’s (from the one-hit wonders to the hair bands), grunge, and current pop and alternative. But Big Al is known for playing requests, and they can pull off almost anything, even if they’ve never done it before!
Some bands know how to perform, but they are average musicians. Some bands have incredible musicians, but they don’t put on a show. Big Al is that rare combination of outstanding musicians who put on a show, and are professionals who also sound awesome!
Some of our show highlights over the years:
Opening act for Hootie & the Blowfish on Super Bowl Sunday in Jacksonville at the official NFL Alumni Party sponsored by Miller
Opening act for B-52’s and Spin Doctors in Brunswick, GA
Opening act for Foreigner’s Lou Gramm, Florida Theatre in Jacksonville, FL
Opening act for Tesla, Plush in Jacksonville, FL
Opening act for The Beach Boys, Mary Ross Park in Brunswick, GA
Opening act for Sawyer Brown in Brunswick, GA
Opening act for Badfinger in Jacksonville, FL
Opening act for Southern Rock Rebellion featuring members of Lynard Skynard and Molly Hatchett in Brunswick, GA
102.9FM The Point Party Cruise to the Bahamas
Westminster College Homecoming Bash in Westminster, Missouri
Official band of the Super Bowl Host Committee, playing all volunteer pep rallies, headlining the Jacksonville Landing Super Bowl Eve
Performed pre-game for Jacksonville Jaguar games, 2003
Entertainment for The Gate River Run at the Jacksonville Fair Grounds (4 years)
Headline act for Florida/Georgia Celebration and Fourth of July Celebration at The Jacksonville Landing (4 years)
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Big Al & the Kaholics is:
Matt Connell - Vocals, Guitars
Mark Frank - Vocals, Keyboards
Steve Snelgrove - Bass
Chris Ashton - Drums/Percussion
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Matt Connell - Guitar/Vocals
Matt has been playing since the age of fifteen. He has played in a multitude of local bands including Big Engine, Hence the Persuasion, and Tombstone Junkies to name a few. He has toured the southeast culminating in a sixteen day gig in Key West. Matt has jammed on stage with several members of Lynyrd Skynyrd and is currently endorsed by S.I.T. Strings. It has been rumored that Matt is really Big Al. 1. Who are your influences? Mark, Steve, and Chris influence me the most, or get me under the influence 2. Favorite Drink? Diet Michelob 3. What's Your Nickname? Big Al, Little Al, Drunk Al
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Mark Frank - Keyboards/Vocals
Mark began playing piano at the age of four. He is a well rounded musician who can also play the guitar, drums, harmonica, and the bass. He performed at the Kennedy Center at the age of eight, began composing music for a theater group at thirteen, and self-produced his first album at the age of seventeen. He has performed for crowds as large as twenty-five thousand people, and performed in New York with Grammy award-winning artist Phoebe Snow. In addition to playing with Big Al & the Kaholics, Mark also composes commercial jingles and corporate theme songs. Mark’s music (and Big Al’s music) has been featured in several Hollywood short films. Check out Mark’s IMDb page at: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm2003742/ 1. Who are your influences? Billy Joel, Bruce Springsteen, my Dad, my brother, STP, Pearl Jam, Red Hot Chili Peppers, the Beatles, and Led Zeppelin 2. Favorite Drink? “Any amber beer: Sam Adams, Yuengling, Amber Bock, etc. And of course, any good red wine!” 3. What's Your Nickname? Piano Man (I know, that's already taken. I'm open to ideas.) And of course, I also answer to Big Al.
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Steve Snelgrove - Bass
Steve began playing in his early teens. His first real band was Taija, who showcased for various record companies including Atlantic. Taija was eventually signed to a small indie label called Prism Records. After contract disputes Steve left Taija and ended up playing for Diamondback, who opened up for national acts, like Nightranger. He is now a diehard Kaholic.
1. Who are your influences? Geezer Butler, Steve Harris, and Flea 2. Favorite Drink? Jagermeister 3. What's Your Nickname? "Skidmark Steve" And of course, I also answer to Big Al. |
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Chris Ashton - Drums/Percussion
Chris started his career at the age of twelve. After many years of private instruction, he became affluent in an array of different styles such as rock, jazz, and funk, As he got older he was involved in several local bands including Crimescene and Knucklebones. Just prior to Big Al & the Kaholics he played for Triple X who were in negotiations with Interscope Records, but after personal disputes within the band they were never signed. Chris has done extensive studio work and has played with the ‘world famous’ Big Dick & the Extenders in Islamorada. He lists his influences as Neil Peart, Vinnie Appice, and Terry Bozzio. Chris is the only one in the band to have braved "The Alaskan Pipeline".
1. Who are your influences? Neil Peart, Vinnie Appice, Terry Bozzio, Danny Carey, Mike Portnoy, Tim "Herb" Alexander, Thomas Lang, Sean Rickman, Huub Janssen, Stu Mowrey from Herd of Turtles & many more! 2. Favorite Drink? Rolling Rock 3. What's Your Nickname? Drum God Phenomenon (self proclaimed of course) And of course, I also answer to Big Al.
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