The Players

Duane is the son of the late Jack Martz, a respected pianist, composer, and well-known musician in the Baltimore area.

Following in his father's footsteps, Duane has established himself as an accomplished pianist and entertainer in his own right.

With over 50 years of performing experience, Duane has played a wide variety of musical styles, ranging from Top 40 and country to jazz and popular standards. His first love, however, remains jazz and the timeless songs of the Great American Songbook, which continue to shape his musical style, touch, and tone today.

Throughout his career, Duane has performed with numerous groups, including The Foundation, Night Life, Frank Turner's Outlaw Band, Detour, Robin and the Rhythmix, Richard Anthony Vth, The Favorites, Gentleman of Jazz, Take 2, Sounds Good, and Thom Roland Combo.

Duane is the founding and sole remaining original member of the group Smooth Groove, a group that has entertained audiences for many years with its blend of jazz, pop, standards, and dance music.

Like his father before him, Duane has also developed a passion for composing. As both a performer and songwriter, he continues to create and share original music, using his talent to enrich the lives of others and carry on the musical legacy established by his father.

Rich began his musical career with Big Cam and the Lifters before landing his first full-time gig with Vince Corolla and the Krackerjax. Over the years, Rich has performed with an impressive roster of artists and bands, including Daryl Davis, Josh Christina, Sleepless Knights, and Gene Vincent and the Cadillac Cruisers.

Rich was a founding member of Joey and the Jammers, performing more than 1,000 shows during his time with the band—including an incredible stretch of 31 gigs in 30 days. Rich is also a founding member of Rich and the Roadrunners, a band that has shared the stage with national acts such as Asleep at the Wheel, Three Dog Night, B.J. Thomas, Paul Revere and the Raiders, and Davy Jones.

Throughout his career, Rich has had the privilege of backing legendary performers including Frankie Ford, Clarence “Frogman” Henry, Ronnie Dove, Bobby Lewis, The Crystals, and The Platters.

In recognition of his significant contributions to the music community and his decades of entertaining audiences, Rich was inducted into The Maryland Entertainment Hall of Fame. His passion, professionalism, and extensive experience continue to make him one of the region’s most respected musicians.

Chad is a guitarist, singer, and songwriter based in Carroll County, Maryland. With more than 25 years of performing experience, Chad has been a member of several successful bands, including Smooth Groove, Best Regards Band, Not Responsible Band, Thom Roland Dance Band, and the Standard Delivery Combo.

In addition to his work with bands, Chad is an accomplished solo performer, combining his strong vocals and acoustic guitar skills to deliver engaging and memorable performances. Chad studied music at McDaniel College, Carroll Community College, and the renowned Coffey Music Studio in Westminster, Maryland.

Chad's musical repertoire spans a wide range of genres, including rock, blues, jazz, standards, folk, country, R&B, alternative, and original music, allowing him to connect with audiences of all ages and musical tastes.

Chad is also the creator of the popular YouTube channel, Chad Seymour Music, which attracts thousands of views each month.

The channel features performances by his bands, cover songs, and original compositions. Through his online presence, Chad has built a loyal and growing fan base that extends far beyond Maryland, reaching music lovers around the world.