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"...What a great line-up, such top musicians!" ~ George P. M.

About.

Kurt and Helen Band is an American Country Rock Band from Redding, CT and is one of Fairfield County's most loved. Always a crowd favorite they incorporate various musical styles of rock, folk, country, and blues in their purest forms.

 

Professionally trained Kurt Cihi & Helen are the lead vocalists who drive the sound with their dynamic and fun energy. Their musical style relies heavily on their two- and three-part harmonies, powerful compositions and original songwriting, featuring many stories based on love, and how they became Kurt & Helen. It’s their journey shared through music.

This powerful sound seals the deal, and every show is a great, and lively musical experience... however they present: as a full band, or a trio. This couple and their crew have been solidly pleasing audiences in venues both large and cozy.

 

"We love nothing better than to get our fans out on the dance floor - having a good time enjoying live music!" 

Country rock and blues covers, original tunes, and harmonic compositions lead the band at the front edge. Recognized as one of the leading American country rock bands in the Fairfield County music scene, these talented vocalists are backed by an all-star band, and feature many first-class guest performers. 

Band members and guest players include well-known, accomplished musicians each with decades of professional credits and recognitions who have shared the stage with icons such as Eric Clapton, Jose Feliciano, Charlie Karp, the Ohio Players, Orleans, the Rolling Stones, Edgar & Johnny Winter, Delbert McClinton, Buddy Guy, Robert Cray, Dr. John, Mark Naftalin, and countless others.

"You guys sure know how to pick talent!" ~ Brian M.

 

Band.

Kurt Cihi and Helen Cihi

Vocals

Bandleaders

John DaCruz

Bass

Tim DeHuff

Guitar

Bill Nollman

Guitar

Barry Urich

Drums

Guests.

Phil Lo Presti

Guitar

Barry Blumenfield

Mandolin/Dobro 

Crispin Cioe

Saxophone

Joe Izzo

Drums

David Kaye

Pedal Steel

Michael Mugrage

Guitar/Keyboard

Songwriter/Producer

Ray Simonelli

Guitar

Scott Spray

Bass

Songwriter/Producer

Bill Strohm 

Bass

Dan Tressler

Fiddle

Sam Warfield

Drums/Percussion

Composer

Video & Sound Recording

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"Riveting musicians!" ~ Brian F.

"Absolute stellar voices... I anxiously await to perform with you both. " ~ Mark A. L.

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