Andrew's Ave.

Andrew's Ave. was formed in the summer of 2007 with the mind-set to create music that invokes creativity and dance. Since its inception, Andrew's Ave. constantly looks to push the boundaries of live music by displaying their talents in various genres of music. Known mostly for their jam-rock driven songs, complex vocal harmonies and jazz and funk influenced jams; the band maintains their experimental roots by exploring sounds that range from pop to hip hop, and a cappella to bluegrass, creating a musical fondue for the listener.

Since the bands' commencement, they have played over 70 shows and shared the stage with some of the best known acts in the Midwest, including Chris Lager Band, Jah Roots, 56 Hope Road, Public Property, J-Wail, Mike Dillon's Go Go Jungle, Somasphere, Polydypsia, Blue Martian Tribe and Electric Soul Method.

Starting somewhat on a whim, Andrew's Ave. began as a week-long improvisational recording session in Des Moines, IA. With free access to the school recording studio, Aaron Elliott invited longtime friend Adam Boomer and brother Jason Elliott to join college friend Steve Patton to record an album. What was born out of this session was something special, something that pushed the group to continue. Since that time, the band has devoted themselves to the live experience, playing both locally and regionally, sharing their unique style of music with an ever-growing fan base. Though the bands' sound has altered over time, the formula remains relatively unchanged. Jason (Drums) lays down the meticulous beats, which hold the band together as they venture through different sound-scapes. His younger brother Aaron (Bass) displays great talent in playing tasteful lines and singing complex vocal harmonies. Steven (Keys) provides dark and elegant keyboard phrasing and deep vocoder grooves while supplying the base of vocal harmonization. All of this providing a beautiful canvas through which Adam (Guitar) intertwines refined musical lines, taking the jams to new levels. The freaky four provide listeners with a musical journey and look to progress the sound which is their own.

In October of 2008, after a year and a half and 50+ shows under their belts, the band released their first full-length album. The release of the album was complimented by rave reviews and a 15 show Midwest tour, a touring practice that has not slowed in its energy to this day.