The Melanie Susuras Band is the perfect blend of catchy songwriting, breathtaking vocal talent and dazzling musicianship. Whether it be an all-out rockin' full-band show or an intimate acoustic performance, the fire and passion comes through loud and clear. Equal parts acoustic folk, rock, funk and blues add up to create a uniquely listenable and extremely danceable sound.
MSB formed in May 1999 and burst onto the Denver music scene with the recording of their first CD, "Barefoot Again." That summer, they found themselves sharing the stage with Sheryl Crow, The Indigo Girls, Sarah McLachlan and The Dixie Chicks when they were awarded the honor of playing the 1999 Lilith Fair. Not a bad start for this acoustic driven rock band!
Since then, MSB has made many more guest appearances with a variety of acts including Tab Benoit, Patrice Pike, Michelle Malone, Allison Moorer, Darden Smith, Stacy Earle, Lowen and Navarro, Styx & Peter Frampton.
MSB continues to flourish as one of the Denver-area's favorite original acts. Band leader/singer/guitarist Melanie Susuras has a vocal power that is both unique and heart felt. The band plays with a rare energy and conviction with the sultry vocals of newest member, Amanda on backing vocals, skilled guitar leads from Eddie Garcia, solid low-end from Jon Burquest on bass guitar, and David Derby is the heartbeat of MSB on drums and percussion.
This lineup has caught the attention of MSB fans and crowds grow with each new show. The local music scene is also taking note with thanks to Chris K.; www.rockoncolorado.com has MSB listed as one of the top five "Acoustic Rock Bands". In addition, Melanie was honored as one of the five "favorite front girls."
The MSB live experience is unlike anything else you've seen. Get out and catch a show; we're always playing a venue near you!
There’s a reason she’s risen to the head of her genre.
---By: Catalina – GoGo Magazine
"Melanie has a power and strength in her voice that should be respected!"
---by Alex Teitz, President FEMMUSIC.COM
Summer might be cooling down, but the future of this band is definitely not! With the cool, powerful, sultry voice of Susuras delivering impassioned lyrics, MSB is unquestionably hot! If your plans have not included a night out on the town its time to get out and enjoy some musical heat.
---Deanna Gloyd, RIFF Music Magazine
After my bike ride, a bunch of folks met Delynn and I down at the Soiled Dove to see Melanie Susuras play. It's been clear since I saw her play the first time that she has an astounding voice and song writing skills to match. But this is the first time her voice was matched by a band worthy of it. Strong words, but these guys brought the house down.
---LINEAR PULL, Late Night Post
"In the years I've known and worked with them, MSB continually proves to be amongst the best in class in the Denver area, and Melanie herself is one of the best singer / songwriters around."
--- Chris K. / Hapi Skratch Entertainment