Music Café
Live
TALENT. BAND. STAGE
Who We Are
Music Café was established in 2011 in the Tri-State area (NY/NJ/PA), by Dezz Wilder and co-founder Shane Okorodudu.The movement built on artistic musical expression through the genres of R&B, soul, jazz, and spoken word. Our events feature local artists and our in-house band performing in an intimate setting. Artists are scouted and receive a personal invitation from our team to be showcased. Live music showcases, live band bookings and special events are services we offer to provide you with a life changing experience. We have recently expanded into the Metro-Atlanta area to have this experience up and down the east coast.
Total number of locations that we currently operate in. (NJ, NY, PA, and GA)
4
Average number of attendees per show.
75+
Approximate number of shows that we have put on throughout all locations.
100+
Founder
Dezz Wilder
Shane Okorodudu
Co-Founder
Ryan Warren-Saunders
Artist Management(NJ)
THE VISION
From my earliest memories, a dream captivated me. Each Sunday, I accompanied my parents to church, fixating on the seasoned drummers and band members. Yearning to join them, I longed for an opportunity, but in their eyes, I was merely the little cousin to the established musicians.
My daily routine involved practicing relentlessly, even without a drum set. Armed only with a pair of drumsticks gifted to me two Christmases prior, I transformed kitchen bowls and pots into my makeshift drum set. My mother, ever supportive, would remark, "Your gift will make room for you," tolerating the cacophony as long as it didn't disrupt her show times.
One unforgettable Christmas, at the age of six, I discovered a brand new pearl drum set under the tree with my name on. It was a gift from my Godparents. Overwhelmed with excitement, I could finally perform for my imaginary audience. The vision had taken root.
THE LEGACY
Upon entering college, my aspirations crystallized. Having pledged Omega Psi Pi Fraternity Inc., I envisioned a future in live entertainment management. Post-pledging, I meticulously planned and executed the inception of my musical platform, culminating in my first curated show at Paradise Lounge in Elizabeth, NJ, in the fall of 2011. The proximity to home made it an ideal starting point.
The initial shows proved successful, drawing support from friends and colleagues. Over the years, I organized numerous shows with evolving themes. In 2013, I expanded my horizons by curating my first college tour, a journey that persisted until 2017.
Since those early days, the showcase has evolved into a multifaceted entity, servicing concerts, tours, weddings, graduations, and various major celebrations and corporate events. Music Café now proudly operates in three states, and the rest, as they say, is history.
Kevin Faustin
Production Manager
Shaunique Jones
Artist Management/Showcase Coordinator (ATL)
Shaquille Brown
Musical Director (NJ)
Eric Tolliver
Musical Director (ATL)
Live Music Showcases
May the music we give be the heartbeat to whats drives the creativity in you.
New Jersey Show Tickets
Atlanta Show Tickets
Live Band Bookings
Special Events
Do you have a special event coming up? We got you! Our specials events vary from major celebrations to corporate events.
Get in touch with us
Email
musiccafelive1@gmail.com
SOCIAL MEDIA
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