Moonwalker the Band

MOONWALKER, the highly acclaimed tribute to Michael Jackson, as portrayed by lead vocalist Trace Devai, pays homage to the life, music and incredible showmanship of the beloved Icon.

Trace’s body line, mannerisms and dance artistry, precisely capture Michael’s style and grace with an edge that flows freely from within. The illusion is beyond mimicry.

As Trace comes on stage before he even sings a note, the audience is spellbound.....and then he sings and the magic is complete. This is more than a tribute. This is a phenomenon.

Trace Devai
Lead Singer
Born and raised in Los Angeles Trace began professional dancing and singing at the age of 12. After a stint on the Tim Conway Show for CBS, Trace and pal Lenny Kravitz formed the teen rock group WAVE (as seen on “Lenny Kravitz behind the Music” for mVH1). Trace was performing in a play when spotted by Michael Jackson’s Artistic Director Kenny Ortega. Kenny immediately thrust Trace into a slew of music video projects including, Cher and Sheena Easton. When Kenny’s people got the call for a multi-talented performer Trace was summoned to work with legendary shock rocker Alice Cooper on two consecutive world tours. On tour with Cooper, Trace worked with illusionist Franz Harary who also did illusions for Michael Jackson. “We were invited to Neverland in 1990 during a hiatus of Michael’s “Bad Tour” states Trace. “I danced in a performance with Franz for Michael and met him afterwards." Michael ask me, “Are you a singer? “I was surprised by the comment,” notes Trace “because I was only dancing in the performance.” I said “Yes, I’m a singer.” -“I like your aura, you have the aura of a singer.” Michael said. After 2 years performing in Paris one year in Miami working with Lenny Kravitz Trace returned to Los Angeles to form his solo project. Since it’s inception the Trace Devai Band has won numerous Los Angeles rock music awards including “Outstanding Front Person,” “Outstanding Alternative Band,” Best Hollywood Rock Band” and the infamous award for the “Sexiest Front Person.” Trace now fronts “Moonwalker the Band” the Quintessential Michael Jackson Tribute! Trace feels honored to contribute to the legacy of the King of Pop.

Oskar Rodriguez
Dancer/ Choreographer/ BG Vocals
This Puerto Rican native began his career at a very young age and as he gained experience, was hired as a back-up dancer to some of the biggest names in music in the Spanish-speaking market. Luis Fonsi, Chayanne, David Besbal, and Ricky Martin among others, found Oskar to be the perfect addition to their performances and he became a part of some of the most successful tours of Latin America.
He moved to Los Angeles and began studying acting as he continued to expand his dance resume. He was a featured dancer for MTV's "Bust-A-Ritmo", the "Dirty Dancing" remake "Havana Nights" and a motion-capture dancer for "Shrek Forever After." Oskar will soon be seen as a pro-dancer for the NBC/ Oxygen's "Dance Your A** Off." Other credits include dancing for Carrie Underwood at the 2009 American Music Awards, countless commercials and a number of musical theater productions including "Guys And Dolls" at the Hollywood Bowl, directed by Richard Jay Alexander and choreographed by Donna McKechnie. Oskar has also worked with director Kenny Ortega ( This Is It) and choreographer Travis Payne.

Justin Boulet
Dancer/ BG Vocals
Justin began winning choreography and dance awards in Hollywood at age 18. His contemporary and funky style of dance have moved his carrier along quickly. He can currently be seen on "So You Think You Can Dance" and upcoming episodes of the new television series "Glee." Among Justin's live performance credits are several U.S. and European tours, a Broadway show, and spotlighted numbers at the Bellagio in Las Vegas. He's danced with stars such as Miley Cirus, Paula Abdul, Katie Homes, Carrie Underwood, Vanessa Hudgens, Ashley Tisdale and the European pop star Natalia Lesz. His films include “High School Musical” with choreographer Nancy O'Meara, and the “Famous Tour” with Debbie Allen. His extensive resume includes music videos, television sitcoms, commercials, and magazine print. He thrives to inspire and be inspired.

Rod
Guitar/Vocals
"Rod" the guitarist with one name, is one of the most versitle players on the west coast. He embodies the groove whether funkin' THRILLER or gliding through HUMAN NATURE, Rod's finesse keeps your body rockin'. As a youth Rod studied with famed bluesman ERIC WILSON in Sunnyvale, California. Once in Los Angeles Rod studied theory, ear training and classical guitar at CAL STATE NORTHRIDGE. Thereafter Rod played in various groups including the Ben Neptune Project, Illogic and Mo'At. When Rod joined BODY AND SOUL he began singing lead vocals which led to performing for the TROUBADOUR THEATRE COMPANY'S production of HAMLET. In 2007 Rod was a featured musician in Eddie Murphy's NORBIT.

Chris Declercq
Bass/ Guitar/ Vocals
Born in Switzerland, Chris first started playing drums at age ten before picking up the guitar at age sixteen. He studied music at the ETM music school in Geneva, Switzerland then started his career by touring Europe with various bands. After moving to Hollywood he enrolled at the Musicians' Institute. He soon became a part of the LA music scene and toured with Dizzy Reed of Guns 'N Roses. Since, he’s played shows with a host of world-class musicians; Lemmy Kilmister (Motörhead), Michael Kenney (Iron Maiden ), Simon Wright (AC/DC, Dio, UFO), Eric Dover (Alice Cooper, Slash' Snakepit), Billy Sheehan (Steve Vai, Mr. Big, etc.), Teddy Zig Zag Andreadis (Alice Cooper, Guns 'N Roses) and Alan Krigger (Ike & Tina Turner). Since a young age Chris had a true passion for Michael Jackson's music and is now setting the stage on fire with Moonwalker.

Josh Mannen
Drummer
If you are part of the Hollywood Rock and Roll scene you have most likely heard Josh Mannen’s drums about town. Who is this mysterious bearded guy they call “Zig Zag? He is one of the hardest working and most sought after drummers in the LA rock scene. Josh began his musical career with the piano at age 8 and made the transition to drums in high school when a friend with a guitar suggested they start a band. Josh joined Trace Devai and Jon Gerard in 2003 for the “Trace Devai” project. The band garnered numerous awards for LA’s best rock band. When Moonwalker the Band was developed it was only natural that Josh would back up the band with his strong driving rhythms.

C. Ryan Bailey
Keyboards / Vocals
Oklahoma, lost a masterful musician when C. Ryan Bailey moved to Los Angeles and joined Moonwalker the band. Multi-keyboardist C. Ryan Bailey was Classically trained at a young age, he began writing and performing in high school, playing Jazz and studying advanced theory. After studying Music Composition at the University of Oklahoma, he began gigging and recording with bands of various genres, including latin, reggae, funk, soul, blues, rock, swing and contemporary jazz. When not gigging with Moonwalker Ryan can be found in his recording studio which he owns in Hollywood and works as a freelance producer. Ryan sites longtime Jackson keyboardist Greg Phillingaines as an influence and remarks, “Quincy Jones' jazz backround makes the Jackson matierial a cut above the rest.”

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