The Foundation
Saxophone/EWI, guitar with vocals, keyboards, bass and drums.
AUSTIN, TEXAS / OFFICIAL EPK
Music that reads
the room.
Classic and contemporary favorites reimagined with soul, sophistication and an unmistakable Metro Blue sound.
Corporate eventsWeddingsFestivalsCity events
THE BAND
Polished enough for the program.
Alive enough for the party.
Led by saxophonist and bandleader Roland Perez, Metro Blue brings experienced musicianship, soulful vocals and sophisticated instrumentals to events throughout Central Texas.
The band blends soul, R&B, pop, rock, blues and jazz into a distinctive event-ready sound - moving comfortably from elegant cocktail and dinner music to familiar, energetic selections that invite the room to engage.
5-7Flexible musicians
4Featured audio samples
1Professional point of contact
ATXServing Central Texas
FLEXIBLE LINEUPS
The right band
for the room.
Every configuration keeps the same Metro Blue identity while matching the event, stage and budget.
Added Motion
The core lineup plus percussion for additional color, movement and energy.
Featured Vocal Lineup
Female lead vocalist with sax/EWI, guitar/vocals, keyboards, bass, drums and percussion.
LISTEN + WATCH
Familiar songs.
Our sound.
Four one-minute recordings show the range of Metro Blue, from soul and funk to jazz-rock and contemporary jazz.
Watch the band live ↗01Heard It Through the GrapevineSoul / R&B
02Long Train Runnin'Rock / Funk
03JosieJazz-rock / Funk
04Morning DanceContemporary jazz
SELECT ENGAGEMENTS
Central MarketLas PalomasThe Brass PeacockCity Post ChophouseBelmont VillagePrivate & community events
WHAT CLIENTS SAY
“Their energy and professionalism made such a difference on our event day. Their music set the perfect tone, and guests couldn't stop raving.”
“They were incredible! They really truly made the event special! Roland and the group were very easy to work with prior to the event.”
“All in all a professional experience and amazing music!”
TECHNICAL ADVANCE
Seven-piece
stage plot.
Three shared floor-monitor mixes keep the front line, rhythm section and percussion covered. Main sound-system responsibility is confirmed for each engagement.
Download stage plot + input listUPSTAGEKeysStereo DIMonitor 2 Drums7 inputsMonitor 3 Percussion3 inputsMonitor 3 BassDIMonitor 2 Sax / vocal / EWIVocal + sax mic, EWI DIMonitor 1 Female vocalLead vocal micMonitor 1 Guitar / vocalVocal mic + amp/DIMonitor 1 AUDIENCE / DOWNSTAGE
Front line: sax/vocal, female vocal, guitar/vocal3 shared wedge mixesPreferred stage: 20 ft x 14 ftSafe grounded power required
BOOKING
Let's make it
a great night.
For availability, lineup recommendations and production details, contact saxophonist and bandleader Roland Perez.
metroblueatx@gmail.com512-775-1314