Rick and the Cutting Edge

In the beginning, the year was 1974. The band had its first job - a local church picnic. From there, they played for an anniversary party which led to several wedding engagements which in turn led to company parties... and ....

Fast forward to today and you have the dynamic sound of Rick and the Cutting Edge. Dynamite, breath-taking lead vocals lead by the classy, lovely and multi-talented duo of Shayne Gnagey and Emily Bender. Punchy, tight bass grooves laid down by bassist and vocalist, Bob Miller...the wailing, smooth and sexy sounds produced by sax-man Mike Molchan (adding cool vocal harmonies for that perfect touch), toe-tappin' beats with uncanny, unmatched precision by drummer/percussionist, Jeff Kennat, and groovin, hot and exciting guitar leads played by the intensely-laid back, Lee McClelland. Now add the sounds of amazing brass stabs, organ, piano and strings settings coming out of Rick's keyboards ("where does he get those toys?") and you have the makings of one kicking, groovin, exciting band.

Come and hear us and see for yourselves. See why literally over one thousand satisfied customers, from newly married couples to corporate executives, from entire cities at homeday celebrations to party planners to local bar owners and their loyal patrons continue to demand "Rick and the Cutting Edge" when they want the best for their special celebration extraordinaire! 

:: Client Comments
"Our guests thought the band was the best reception band they had ever heard. Gusts danced from the beginning until the very end! We were so happy with our choice." Carolyn Schmidlin (Mary Schmidlin & David Peterson) - Oct. 27, 2007 @ Fairlawn Country Club

"Wow! Rick and the Cutting Edge band were fantastic! The dance floor was consistently filled with guests having a great time. Live band music is the way to go for an enjoyable wedding!" Georgine Berman (Mark Monroe & Tammy Martz) - Oct. 20, 2007 @ Myers University Club

"Rick and the Cutting Edge did a fabulous job! The night ran smoothly and the dance floor was filled as soon as the first dance was complete...and stayed full until last call. Thank you for making our wedding celebration so fantastic!" Mike Wlaszyn & Lindsey Gray - Sept. 29, 2007 @ Todaro's Party Center

"You made our daughter's wedding magical. Rick had all the guests dancing up to midnight. Rick is truly a gem to work with." Sharon Skotko (Allison Skotko & Matthew Hanselman) - Aug. 18, 2007 @ Blue Heron Golf Club

"We needed to write to you about the wonderful experience at our daughter and son-in-law's wedding. This was quite a traditional Slovenian wedding. Your song selection, including the three sets of polkas, certainly got everyone on the dance floor! We most enjoyed the fact that you tailor-made the song selections according to your observation of the crowd." Jim and Mary Anne Burya (Amy Burya & Bill Bambic) - June 29, 2007 @ Pine Ridge CC

"The band was excellent! They sounded great, and all of our guests loved them! We would definitely recommend them to anyone planning a wedding or any other event." Megan Mathews & Brian Greulich - June 2, 2007 @ LaCentre

"...instrumental in making Hillary and Craig's wedding reception run smoothly and made it lots of fun for everyone. I highly recommend this band. They are wonderful." Vicki and Margus Sweigard (Hillary Sweigard/Craig Evers Wedding) - May 19, 2007 @ St. Noel's

"...terrific. They made the night very memorable. The group blended well together and were very professional. Great job!" Linda Melia, Mother of the Bride, Emily - April 14, 2007 @ Chenoweth Golf Course @ Banquet Facility

"Las Vegas style, quality entertainment." James Pavlik - July 15, 2006 @ Croatian Lodge

"Energetic, fit in with atmosphere, felt like they belonged." Alwyn Reuther - June 3, 2006 @ Myers University Club

“Rick & The Cutting Edge was absolutely phenomenal! All my guests commented that they had not heard a band as entertaining in a very long time!” Jennie Nichols

“Jerry – Great Band. Thanks for picking them. I would use them again. I also recommend them to my daughter who works at the Greater Cleveland Partnership (COSI).” Ron McCullough

“I believe the music is one of the most important parts of a wedding reception. Rick & The Cutting Edge and Jerry Bruno Productions definitely helped make our wedding perfect! Rick and his band members were very polite and so much fun!” Jane Reidy

“Jerry you’ve done it again! The entertainment couldn’t have been more outstanding. Rick & The Cutting Edge had our group up and moving till midnight! Thanks Jerry for making this happen. It was an awesome night for Phil.” Lauren Spilman

“Our guests raved about the band. Many said it was the best they had ever heard in all the weddings they have gone to. We are still getting comments about them 6 weeks after the wedding. The vocalists were superb!!” Tom Wearsch

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