The Band

Candid Antics is a six-piece fusion band from Grand Rapids, Michigan. Coining the term “party-fusion”, their music draws from the traditions of the golden era of fusion and brings it into the modern age with unparralleled energy. The band formed organically through the jam/open mic scene in Grand Rapids. After playing together without structure for almost a year, they finally called upon each other to start something more official and the six founding members began the candid journey. Playing their first show January of 2023, they haven’t looked back as they began gaining local popularity and eventually nationwide recognition. Currently their debut album “Sounds Like Music” is their most recent publication with plans for many more on the way.

-2024 Performing Artist, SXSW Festival

-2023 “Walk The Beat” Competition Winners

-2023 “The Stray” Battle of the Bands Finalist

Jarrett Holtslag

Commonly mistaken for jesus himself, master of all things synth and piano.

Dale Bales II

Keeper of the low end.

Keala Venama

Five string fiddle magician.

Tommy Pancy

Mullet master, crop top connoissuer and saxophone player with a hint of keys.

Chris Murphy

From his lucious locks to his massive shreds.

Zach Dubay

Groove keeper extraodinaire