In SODA you'll find exactly what you need to get the party started. Comprised of members from some of Chicago's most beloved bands including The Only Sons, and The Loose Screws, this all star line up captures the heart and soul of one of the most diverse play lists you'll find anywhere. What's your flavor? Because you'll get everything all the time with Soda. From Jimmy Buffett to Dave Matthews, from John Mellencamp to Black-Eyed Peas, this band can do it all. Three lead singers, each with distinctive styles, work to bring authenticity to all your favorite songs. The possibilities are endless. Classic Rock, 80's New Wave, Motown, Disco, Hip-Hop, Reggae, Alternative--the list goes on and on. No matter what the occasion--weddings, corporate events, private parties--Soda has the tunes to get your guests on the dance floor and keep them there the whole night long. Soda is a full-time professional band and you can see them any weekend of the year at some of Chicagoland's favorite clubs. You can also check out some full-length audio on the Soda myspace page by clicking on the myspace logo on this website. Get a little taste of Soda and you're sure to come back for more.

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	Rob Loar (vocals, guitar, trumpet) From the rich baritone of Johnny Cash to the lilting falsetto of James' "Laid", Rob has it covered. His smooth vocal syle on country ballads and those quirky 80's new wave tunes make him truly the Man of 1000 Voices. And though he can be pretty self-deprecating when it comes to his guitar chops, his trumpet playing adds that extra bit of sizzle (or should we say fizzle?) that a band with a name like Soda could certainly put to good use.
Erik Swanson (vocals, bass guitar) A self-confessed (and now recovering) former bass guitar "shredder", Erik won several local bass contests early in his career. Those early pyrotechnics have since evolved into a style that is passionate yet still very precise. His playing has graced the stage with many favorite local artists, including Cathy Richardson and Scottish McMillian. Erik also displays his evocative vocal talents with Soda on covers by Tom Petty, Dave Matthews and John Mayer.
	Jeff Decker (drums, percussion, vocals) A drummer's drummer, Jeff brings his considerable chops and experience to the band. As a teacher at the area's premier drum shop "The Drum Pad", he stresses a substance over style approach that truly anchors the Soda rhythm section. And his fundamental sense of good taste has made him a "first call" session drummer for many of Chicago's finest jazz ensembles.
Pat O'Donnell (vocals, guitar) When audiences first hear Pat sing "Come Sail Away" and other Styx favorites, their jaws will very often drop as they wonder if it's live or Memorex. But much more than a Dennis DeYoung clone, Pat and his rich tenor excel on tunes by Bon Jovi, The Outfield, Fall Out Boy, and many others. And he's no slouch on the guitar. His muscular style evokes the passion and attitude found in the great rock solos of any (and every!) generation.
	Jenna Swanson (vocals, guitar) When you choose Soda for your private event, you get the extra added bonus of the beautiful and talented Jenna Swanson. Jenna is a charismatic vocalist whose high energy performance allows Soda to truly be a human jukebox and cover any song you want. She excels at tunes from such artists as Gwen Stefani, Carrie Underwood, Sheryl Crow and Stevie Nicks. Jenna also performs at select club dates with Soda. Please check our calendar for these special shows.

"Soda played at my wife's surprise birthday party and they were a huge hit. Everyone danced the entire night and I had to ask them to play for an extended period because my guests were having such a great time. If you have never heard them, do yourself a favor and listen to them. They are the best cover band I have ever heard. I would recommend them to anyone interested in having an event to remember."
Rob Marshall, St. Charles

We wanted some really special entertainment for our Anniversary Party, and on a recommendation from the banquet coordinator at our country club we discovered Soda. We hadn't seen them before, but the information and audio on their website looked promising. We couldn't have made a better choice. All of our friends and family remarked on how wonderful they were. They were professional in every sense of the word and were truly the life of the party!
John and Anne Reilly, Glencoe



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Arlington Park
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Blue Chip Casino
Lindenhurst Park District
Village Of Niles
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Party Favorites
Let's Get It Started / Black Eyed Peas
Footloose / Kenny Loggins
I Want You Back / Jackson 5
Play That Funky Music/ Wild Cherry
Sexy Back / Justin Timberlake
Save A Horse Ride A Cowboy / Big & Rich
Jessie's Girl / Rick Springfield
867-5309 (Jenny) / Tommy Tutone
Centerfold / J. Giles Band
Tainted Love / Soft Cell
A Little Respect / Erasure
Blister In The Sun / Violent Femmes
Jack & Diane / John Mellencamp
The Humpty Dance / Digital Underground
Sweet Caroline / Neil Diamond
Faith / George Michael
What I Like About You / The Romantics
Dancing With Myself / Billy Idol
Get Down Tonight / KC & The Sunshine Band
Walk This Way / Run DMC
Friends In Low Places / Garth Brooks
Life Is A Highway / Tom Cochrane
Jump Around / House Of Pain
I Melt With You / Modern English
Just Like Heaven / The Cure
Word Up / Cameo
My Prerogative / Bobby Brown
Tubthumping / Chumbawumba
Get The Party Started / Pink

Classic
The Joker / Steve Miller
American Girl / Tom Petty
Every Rose Has It's Thorn/ Poison
Don't Stop Believing / Journey
Your Love / The Outfield
Come Sail Away / Styx
Livin' On A Prayer / Bon Jovi
Pour Some Sugar On Me / Def Leppard
Summer Of 69 / Bryan Adams
Sweet Home Alabama / Lynyrd Skynyrd
I Want You To Want Me / Cheap Trick
Honky Tonk Women / Rolling Stones
Hurts So Good / John Mellencamp
Brown Eyed Girl / Van Morrison
Cecelia / Simon & Garfunkel
Suspicious Minds / Elvis Presley
I'm A Believer / Smashmouth
Ring Of Fire / Johnny Cash
Keep Your Hands To Yourself / Georgia Satellites
Hey Jealousy / Gin Blossoms
I Love Rock And Roll / Joan Jett
Rock And Roll All Night / Kiss

Alternative
Heaven / Los Lonely Boys
Ants Marching / Dave Matthews Band
What I Got / Sublime
Love & Memories / O.A.R.
Short Skirt Long Jacket / Cake
Slide / Goo Goo Dolls
3 A.M. / Matchbox 20
Beverly Hills / Weezer
Laid / James
My Own Worst Enemy / Lit
Inside Out / Eve 6
Semi-Charmed Life / Third Eye Blind
Mr. Brightside / The Killers
Loser / Beck
Santeria / Sublime
All The Small Things / Blink 182
Good / Better Than Ezra
Good Riddance (Time Of Your Life) / Greenday
Send Me On My Way / Rusted Root
Wonderwall / Oasis
Somebody Told Me / The Killers
Move Along / All American Rejects
Jerk It Out / The Caesars
New Shoes / Paolo Nutini

Summertime
All Summer Long / Kid Rock
I'm Yours / Jason Mraz
Still The Night / The BoDeans
Margaritaville / Jimmy Buffett
Volcano / Jimmy Buffett
Island In The Sun / Weezer
All Star / Smashmouth
Closer To Free / The BoDeans
Fins / Jimmy Buffett
One Love / Bob Marley
Cheeseburger In Paradise / Jimmy Buffett
Surfin' U.S.A. / Beach Boys
Jump In The Line / Harry Belafonte
Accidentally In Love / Counting Crows

Dance, Dance, Dance
December '63 (Oh What A Night) / Frankie Valli
Dancing Queen / Abba
Let's Twist Again / Chubby Checker
I Can't Help Myself (Sugar Pie Honey Bunch) / Four Tops
Man, I Feel Like A Woman / Shania Twain
I Will Survive / Gloria Gaynor
Get Ready / Temptations
Mustang Sally / Wilson Pickett
Peppermint Twist / Joey D.
I Saw Her Standing There / Beatles
In The Mood / Glenn Miller
We Are Family / Sister Sledge

Timeless Ballads
Wonderful Tonight / Eric Clapton
At Last / Etta James
Unforgettable / Natalie Cole
My Girl / Temptations
Can't Help Falling In Love / Elvis Presley
Crazy / Patsy Cline
The Way You Look Tonight / Frank Sinatra
I'll Be / Edwin McCain
Amazed / Lonestar
Lady In Red / Chris DeBurgh
The Christmas Song / Nat King Cole
Babe / Styx