Richard Haitz

Richard Haitz’s passion is Heavy Metal and Rock music. Everyday he sees TV and Film as a way to express the energetic emotions of a scene like from the TV show “The Sheild, or a Major Motion Picture like “The Mummy” or a “Nissan” car commercial. Using his musical talent, expansive knowledge of the industry, dependability and responsiveness Richard creates quality under pressure. His musical strong points would be the Music of Led Zepplin, Flyleaf, Godsmack, Ozzy Osbourne, Avenged Sevenfold, AC/DC, and Van Halen. To name a few…

Just a brief glance at Richard’s notable achievements reveals his diverse skills. To your right, Richard is writing original songs for a rock band trio and acting as the lead vocalist. On your left, see him composing a theme song for a one hour weekly television show in his studio and hey, look…he’s scoring it too! If you’re looking up, you’ll see he’s performing live as a 20 year phenomenal guitar player touring the world. His expertise comes from working on his own projects independently to bending and stretching ideas with some of the best recognized professionals in the industry. The essential characteristics of Richard Haitz involve talent, caliber and strength of mind. It is his ability to quickly produce creative solutions to pressing client needs that has brought him continued success.

AVM

AVM is an outstanding Chicago based rock group and recording act headed by singer songwriter and music producer Robert Mackey. With international CD sales and reviews, the response to their heart felt and dynamic rock music has been very good causing many people to call the radio station and ask "who WAS that?"
Question:
So what sets THIS band apart from ten thousand cookie-cutter bands?
Answer:
AVM is a rock group who's mastery of their instruments, music and songwriting craftsmanship are uncommonly gifted. What a difference it makes when you experience REAL music made by a REAL songwriter with REAL classically trained musicians! They are not just good...they are world-class great!
After all, it's about the music...
Their live performance is even more powerful than the CD...very rare in today's music industry. Think this is a bold statement? If so then buy an AVM CD and listen, we are sure you will agree with the rave reviews and probably tell ten people about!

Ted Aliotta

Ted Aliotta and the Groove Machine Band has been for years rockin the crowds with a unique blend of sound, style, heart and soul. A mix of classic rock, rhythm and blues creates his music of life. In 1961 Ted and brother Mitch became the house band "The Maybees" at a local club for five years. In 1966 Ted fronts the band "Love Castle" playing the Midwest college circuit with covers and original songs, as well as writing, arranging, and performing tv and radio commercials. In 1969 chosen from over 16,000 people, Ted wins the lead role in the rock opera "Hair" In 1970 Ted forms the band "Alliota Haynes" and helps to write the lyrics to the Hit song "Lake Shore Drive" with Skip Haynes. In 1971 Ted forms the band "Hoona" with his brother Dean, playing all original music. Furthering his goals, Ted enters the National Poetry Video Guild competition, and is twice nominated for national poet of the year. Ted continues his passion of Metaphysics and higher consenus, for over 46 years. The wisdoms of who, what, why, where, when, and how become stronger as an integral message in his writings. In 1981 Ted forms the band "Acme Thunder" with brother Mitch, recording and playing concerts and the clubs. In 1988 Ted writes, arranges, produces, and records the "Great Spirit" project. In 1992 Ted forms the band "Funk- N- A" with many new tunes. In 1994 Ted forms the Band " Groove Machine" (his current band) and releases 2 CD's. Also Ted continues to study the Arts, teaches harmonica, voice, and guitar. He also performs Poetry and Music at his "Life as an Art Seminars" at colleges, galeries, and clubs. In 1998 Ted is hired by major Museums, Librarys, and clubs to perform his poetry. Ted is also engaged by the N.F.L. to write, and record copy for Harley Davidsons 95th birthday movie. He is considered by many to be a modern day mentor, mystic and profit.