About the Band
Kimme's Project
Kimme's Project is a 10-piece cover band based in Red Bank, New Jersey. The band offers performances at various venues including bars, restaurants, corporate events, and venues including but not limited to Nip-N-Tuck, Our House Tavern, Shawn's Crazy Saloon, Bar Anticipation and many more. The band has been out performing for 2 years now., with the addition of horns in June. Kimme's Project stands out for its unique lineup, which includes lead guitar, rhythm guitar, piano, bass guitar, drums, male and female vocalists, trumpet, trombone, and tenor/bari sax.
The Core
Kimme - Female Vocalist/Percussionist and Band Manager
Jim - Male Vocalist and Percussionist
Born and raised in Monmouth County, Jim has been playing music since he was 12. Jim has played Drums, Guitar, and Vocals in various bands over the years at places such as but not limited to, The Stone Pony, Downtown, Studio One, Crossroads, Rock and Dukes, and many more.
Ivan - Rhythm Guitarist
Ivan has played most of his adult lifetime. His musical tastes include classic rock, blues, funk, reggae, ska and soul. He is extremely excited to be playing with the talented musicians in Kimme's Project!
Mike - Drummer
Mike is a seasoned and dedicated drummer focused primarily on the rock genre, including classic and hard rock music. In addition to his drumming responsibilities for Kimme's Project, Mike also sits behind the kit for Tilted, an original hard rock band at the Jersey Shore. Mike currently resides with his girlfriend in Toms River NJ.
The one who leads the band to success. Band manager of Kimme's Project, Underground Sky, and Feeling Right Tonight Bands. At the young age of 8 years old, Kimme began learning piano and the organ. She started playing and singing in choirs at Red Bank Catholic from 1974-1977, then continued at Marymount University. She continued to play in different bands from the 1970's to 2015. Unfortunately, due to illness, she had to stop playing Piano and Organ. She now plays simple percussion instruments while singing genres like Gospel, rock, and blues music. Kimme works at Seman Tov, and is the manager at Mr. D and Kimme Karaoke, but also the owner of Kimme's catering!
Gaston - Lead Guitar
Gaston is a self-taught guitarist and multi-instrumentalist with many years of live performances. He draws from a variety of influences such as jazz fusion, classical, and funk to create a unique and often esoteric sound. Gaston received his B.S. in physics from Rowan University in 2022.
Robbie- Keys
Robbie is a versatile musician and music producer, adept in a wide array of instruments and genres from funk house to cinematic music. As an Ableton Live specialist and seasoned performer, he offers comprehensive music services, including personalized lessons, tailored compositions, and energetic performances. An all around musical genius
Al - Bass
Rockin' Al has been playing Bass Guitar since the 7th grade. Being mostly in Classic Rock Bands throughout his career, he has also been part of a band called MedRock. Al has played with Simon Kirk (Free), Ricky Bird (Joan Jet) & Kasim Sulton (Utopia), Brit Lighting (Vixens), Ron “Bumblefoot” Thal (Guns & Roses); Tommy London (Dirty Pearls & SiriusXM DJ), Chandler Mogel (Double Vision) and Jessie Wagner (Stevie Van Zandt). Rockin Al is honored and humbled to be part of this great experience called Rock n Roll!
Hunter - Tenor/Bari Sax
Hunter has been playing saxophone for 14 years now. He grew up playing jazz and classical music but once he graduated high school, he made a pivot to playing in rock bands. He is the sax player for Kimme's project and alto/tenor/bari sax and trombone in many other bands including Treble, Stereo Jo, Brass Roots, and more.
We are currently auditioning Trombonist!
Jeff - Trumpet
Jeff is a New York based trumpet player and teacher. He has toured nationally and internationally with a wide variety of musical acts including Broadway productions, jazz, R&B, soul, and motown groups. He has performed and/or recorded with Billy Preston, Elvis Costello, Valerie Simpson, Anthony Hamilton, and many more. He also has recorded on numerous motion picture soundtracks, TV Productions, and podcast. Very recently, he recorded cornet solos for The Gilded Age (Season 3) on HBO Max.