The Band
Phoenix5 the band is a funk, soul & reggae collective comprised of central Florida’s most seasoned musicians. The band comprises a core 5-piece that can scale up to an 8-piece with the addition of the “Rising Horns” section. Phoenix5 delivers a high-powered, groove-oriented experience guaranteed to entertain. Our band is known for delivering unique new spins on classic radio tunes from artists like Lenny Kravitz, The Beatles, Dua Lipa, Gnarly’s Barkely, Megan Trainor, Marvin Gaye, Al Green, Curtis Mayfield, Michael Jackson, Stevie Wonder, and Bob Marley to name a few.
Performance highlights include The River O’Green Festival for The Mayor of Tampa, Lakeland Sun and Fun Festival, St. Pete’s 4th of July Festival and Fall Harvest Festival, Tampa Bay Lighting Christmas Show, Winter Garden MLK Festival, Winter Haven Water Ski Festival, Lakeland Pig Fest and Lake Wales Mardi Gras, Phoenix5 is the go-to events/shows/festival band that comes with a full backline, sound, PA, and upon request a full stage.
Our dynamic dance band is making big waves up and down the Gulf Coast of Florida and beyond, so check out our 2024 list of show dates to #catchthe5 and sometimes #the8, for an epic experience to remember!
Phoenix Gonzalez – Vocals
Phoenix Gonzalez is a hyper-talented Singer/Actress/Inventor and Motivational Speaker whose career spans 30 years. Phoenix draws creative inspiration from growing up in a multi-talented family made up of Singers, Dancers, Pianists, and Beauty Queen winners. She got her start early in a Caribbean dance troop. She then transitioned to musical theater in her teens and became a 3-time beauty queen winner: M’s Cities of America (1st Runner Up), M’s. Teen Toronto (Crowned Winner) and M’s Oshawa Universe (Crowned Winner). In her early 20s, Phoenix experienced a near-death car accident that forced her to retrain her cognitive motor skills. This transitioned her into acting where she went on to make appearances in successful TV series like “Sons Of Anarchy”, major motion pictures including “The Tuxedo” with Jackie Chan, and producers short films that won multiple awards with her team. Recognized a female disruptor in 2018 with her Streaming Video Technology Company dotstudioPRO, Phoenix the entrepreneur has gone on to invent a beauty sleep product “The Silked Pillow Sleeve” with her second company Silked that has changed the lives of 650,000+ customers worldwide. Phoenix is also a motivational speaker that mentors women in business and life. In addition to these accomplishments, she is living her best life as the lead singer of the Phoenix5 band alongside her husband Joe Pascual, lead guitar player.
Joe Pascual – Electric Guitar
Joe Pascual was born in Manila, Philippines to an entertainment family. His mother was an accomplished TV producer and he learned how to play guitar from his uncle very early on in life. At the age of 10, he and his younger sister Joanne were tapped by Dyna Records as child entertainers to help promote new album releases. As the Dyna Kids, they made countless TV appearances on late-night variety shows in the Philippines. Upon moving to the United States he has shared stages and worked on projects with artists and producers like Maiya Sykes (The Voice), and Chris Seefried (Trombone Shorty/Andra Day). In 2018, Joe joined the worship team at New Christ Memorial Church in Pacoima, CA. NCMC was home to the late Grammy Award winner Andrae Crouch and continues on under the pastorship of his twin sister Sandra Crouch. It was a highlight in his career to be playing alongside accomplished singers and musicians such as Keith Eaddy (Macy Gray), Patti Howard (Whitney Houston), and musical director Wayne Linsey (Whitney Houston). Joe is a proud Florida transplant and delighted to be part of his new project Phoenix5 alongside his wife, Phoenix Gonzalez.
Bill Kennedy – Bass Guitar
Bill Kennedy grew up in New Castle, PA, northwest of Pittsburgh. He started playing bass at age 14 with some neighborhood friends in a rock band where he learned the basics. Always eager to experience a variety of styles, Bill has worked in bands ranging from traveling lounge acts to high-energy Rock. More recently adding Caribbean and Reggae the list of styles he has covered, Soul, Classic R&B and Blues are among his favorites. Always seeking to be associated with the best performers, Bill is excited to be joining the Phoenix5 Project.
Marcus McCants – Drums
Originally from Glendale AZ, Marcus grew up in Lakeland, FL. He is a multi-talented musician that plays drums (since age 4), bass, saxophone, keyboards and guitar. He attended Rochelle School of the Arts and Full Sail University with a degree in Recording Arts & Sciences. Marcus has been performing on stage since the young age of 10. His drummer influences range from Clyde Stubblefield and Bernard Purdie to Nate Smith and Darren King. As the newest edition to the Phoenix5 band, Marcus brings with him not only a solid rhythm section but also has taken the bands vocal harmonies to the next level.
Upcoming Shows
Phoenix 5
| Date | City | Venue | Country |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05/09/24 | Sarasota | Private Showcase | United States |
| Time: 7:00pm. Age restrictions: All Ages. | |||
| 05/10/24 | Sarasota, Florida | The Gator Club | United States |
| Time: 10:00pm. Age restrictions: All Ages. Address: 1490 Main St. Venue phone: (941) 366-5969. | |||
| 05/11/24 | Lakeland, Florida | Leo’s Live | United States |
| Time: 9:00pm. Age restrictions: All Ages. Address: 5263 S Florida Ave. Venue phone: (863) 619-6799. | |||
| 05/17/24 | Clearwater, FL | Rock House Live | United States |
| Time: 7:00pm. Age restrictions: All Ages. Address: 207 Coronado Dr. | |||
| 05/18/24 | Lakeland, FL | Private Showcase | United States |
| Time: 7:00pm. Age restrictions: All Ages. Venue phone: 3104240106. | |||
| 05/19/24 | Port Charlotte, Florida | Twisted Fork | United States |
| Time: 7:00pm. Age restrictions: All Ages. Address: 2208 El Jobean Rd. Venue phone: (941) 235-3675. | |||
| 05/25/24 | Championsgate, FL | Champions Gate Resort | United States |
| Time: 6:00pm. Age restrictions: All Ages. Address: 8575 White Shark Blvd. | |||
| 05/26/24 | St. Petersburg, Florida | 3 Daughters Brewing | United States |
| Time: 2:00pm. Age restrictions: All Ages. Address: 222 22nd St S,. Venue phone: (727) 495-6002. | |||
| 05/27/24 | Lakeland, FL | Private Showcase | United States |
| Time: 7:30pm. Age restrictions: All Ages. Venue phone: 3104240106. | |||
| 05/31/24 | Sarasota, Florida | The Gator Club | United States |
| Time: 10:00pm. Age restrictions: All Ages. Address: 1490 Main St. Venue phone: (941) 366-5969. | |||
| 06/01/24 | Lakeland, FL | Private Showcase | United States |
| Time: 6:00pm. Age restrictions: All Ages. Venue phone: 3104240106. | |||
| 06/02/24 | Tampa, Florida | Sparkman Wharf | United States |
| Time: 1:00pm. Age restrictions: All Ages. Address: 615 Channelside Dr. Venue phone: 813 345 5881. | |||
| 06/09/24 | Winter Haven, Florida | Old Man Franks | United States |
| Time: 6:00pm. Age restrictions: All Ages. Address: 1005 S Lake Howard Dr. Venue phone: +1 863 294 9179. | |||
| 06/14/24 | Lutz, Florida | Rock & Brews | United States |
| Time: 8:00pm. Age restrictions: All Ages. Address: 26000 SR 56. | |||
| 06/15/24 | Bradenton, Florida | Motorworks Brewing | United States |
| Time: 7:00pm. Age restrictions: All Ages. Address: 1014 9th St W. Venue phone: +1 941 567 6218. | |||
| 06/20/24 | Treasure Island, Florida | KaTiki’ | United States |
| Time: 7:00pm. Age restrictions: All Ages. Address: 8803 W Gulf Blvd. | |||
| 06/21/24 | Englewood, Florida | Sandbar Tiki & Grille | United States |
| Time: 7:00pm. Age restrictions: All Ages. Address: 1975 Beach Rd. | |||
| 06/22/24 | St. Petersburg, Florida | 3 Daughters Brewing | United States |
| Time: 8:00pm. Age restrictions: All Ages. Address: 222 22nd St S,. Venue phone: (727) 495-6002. | |||
| 06/28/24 | Orlando, Florida | Rock & Brews | United States |
| Time: 7:00pm. Age restrictions: All Ages. Address: 6897 S Semoran Blvd. Venue phone: (407) 367-2840. | |||
| 06/29/24 | Winter Haven, Florida | Tanners Lakeside | United States |
| Time: 7:00pm. Age restrictions: All Ages. Address: 1006 Lake Howard Dr SW. | |||
| 07/04/24 | St. Petersburg, FL | St. Pete’s Pier | United States |
| Time: 4:00pm. Age restrictions: All Ages. Address: 600 2nd Ave NE. | |||
| 07/06/24 | Sarasota, Florida | The Gator Club | United States |
| Time: 9:30pm. Age restrictions: All Ages. Address: 1490 Main St. Venue phone: (941) 366-5969. | |||
| 07/07/24 | Tampa, Florida | Sparkman Wharf | United States |
| Time: 1:00pm. Age restrictions: All Ages. Address: 615 Channelside Dr. Venue phone: 813 345 5881. | |||
| 07/11/24 | Bradenton, FL | 88 Live Piano Bar | United States |
| Time: 7:00pm. Age restrictions: All Ages. Address: 6640 Cortez Rd W Suite A. Venue phone: 3104240106. | |||
| 07/13/24 | Haines City,, Florida | Balmoral Resort | United States |
| Time: 7:00pm. Age restrictions: All Ages. Address: 124 Kenny Blvd. | |||
| 07/14/24 | St. Petersburg, Florida | 3 Daughters Brewing | United States |
| Time: 2:00pm. Age restrictions: All Ages. Address: 222 22nd St S,. Venue phone: (727) 495-6002. | |||
| 07/19/24 | Lakeland, Florida | Leo’s Live | United States |
| Time: 9:00pm. Age restrictions: All Ages. Address: 5263 S Florida Ave. Venue phone: (863) 619-6799. | |||
| 07/20/24 | Port Charlotte, Florida | Twisted Fork | United States |
| Time: 7:00pm. Age restrictions: All Ages. Address: 2208 El Jobean Rd. Venue phone: (941) 235-3675. | |||
| 07/26/24 | Winter Haven, Florida | Tanners Lakeside | United States |
| Time: 6:00pm. Age restrictions: All Ages. Address: 1006 Lake Howard Dr SW. | |||
| 07/27/24 | Englewood, Florida | Sandbar Tiki & Grille | United States |
| Time: 7:00pm. Age restrictions: All Ages. Address: 1975 Beach Rd. | |||
| 08/17/24 | Sarasota, Florida | The Gator Club | United States |
| Time: 9:00pm. Age restrictions: All Ages. Address: 1490 Main St. Venue phone: (941) 366-5969. | |||
| 08/18/24 | Winter Haven, Florida | Tanners Lakeside | United States |
| Time: 2:00pm. Age restrictions: All Ages. Address: 1006 Lake Howard Dr SW. | |||
| 08/31/24 | St. Petersburg, Florida | 3 Daughters Brewing | United States |
| Time: 1:00pm. Age restrictions: All Ages. Address: 222 22nd St S,. Venue phone: (727) 495-6002. | |||
| 09/01/24 | Treasure Island, Florida | KaTiki’ | United States |
| Time: 1:00pm. Age restrictions: All Ages. Address: 8803 W Gulf Blvd. | |||
| 09/13/24 | Lakeland, Florida | Leo’s Live | United States |
| Time: 9:00pm. Age restrictions: All Ages. Address: 5263 S Florida Ave. Venue phone: (863) 619-6799. | |||
| 09/20/24 | Clearwater, FL | Rock House Live | United States |
| Time: 7:00pm. Age restrictions: All Ages. Address: 207 Coronado Dr. | |||
| 09/21/24 | Englewood, Florida | Sandbar Tiki & Grille | United States |
| Time: 7:00pm. Age restrictions: All Ages. Address: 1975 Beach Rd. | |||
| 10/04/24 | Clearwater, FL | Rock House Live | United States |
| Time: 7:00pm. Age restrictions: All Ages. Address: 207 Coronado Dr. | |||
| 10/12/24 | St. Petersburg, Florida | 3 Daughters Brewing | United States |
| Time: 1:00pm. Age restrictions: All Ages. Address: 222 22nd St S,. Venue phone: (727) 495-6002. | |||
| 10/18/24 | Lutz, Florida | Rock & Brews | United States |
| Time: 7:00pm. Age restrictions: All Ages. Address: 26000 SR 56. | |||
| 10/25/24 | New Port Richey, FL | The Social NPR | United States |
| Time: 9:00pm. Age restrictions: All Ages. Address: 5650 Main St. | |||
| 11/01/24 | Lutz, Florida | Rock & Brews | United States |
| Time: 7:00pm. Age restrictions: All Ages. Address: 26000 SR 56. | |||
| 11/08/24 | Lakeland, Florida | Leo’s Live | United States |
| Time: 9:00pm. Age restrictions: All Ages. Address: 5263 S Florida Ave. Venue phone: (863) 619-6799. | |||
| 11/09/24 | Treasure Island, Florida | KaTiki’ | United States |
| Time: 7:00pm. Age restrictions: All Ages. Address: 8803 W Gulf Blvd. | |||
| 11/15/24 | Port Charlotte, Florida | Twisted Fork | United States |
| Time: 7:00pm. Age restrictions: All Ages. Address: 2208 El Jobean Rd. Venue phone: (941) 235-3675. | |||
| 11/22/24 | Clearwater, FL | Rock House Live | United States |
| Time: 7:00pm. Age restrictions: All Ages. Address: 207 Coronado Dr. | |||
| 11/29/24 | St. Petersburg, Florida | 3 Daughters Brewing | United States |
| Time: 1:00pm. Age restrictions: All Ages. Address: 222 22nd St S,. Venue phone: (727) 495-6002. | |||
| 11/29/24 | Englewood, Florida | Sandbar Tiki & Grille | United States |
| Time: 7:00pm. Age restrictions: All Ages. Address: 1975 Beach Rd. | |||
| 12/06/24 | Lutz, Florida | Rock & Brews | United States |
| Time: 7:00pm. Age restrictions: All Ages. Address: 26000 SR 56. | |||
| 12/07/24 | Clearwater, FL | Rock House Live | United States |
| Time: 7:00pm. Age restrictions: All Ages. Address: 207 Coronado Dr. | |||
| 12/28/24 | New Port Richey, FL | The Social NPR | United States |
| Time: 9:00pm. Age restrictions: All Ages. Address: 5650 Main St. | |||
| 12/31/24 | Haines City,, Florida | Balmoral Resort | United States |
| Time: 8:00pm. Age restrictions: All Ages. Address: 124 Kenny Blvd. | |||
| 03/01/25 | Lake Wales, Florida | Lake Wales Mardi Gras | United States |
| Time: 5:45pm. Age restrictions: All Ages. Address: U.S. 27 and Highway 60. | |||
| 04/04/25 | Lakeland, FL | Private Show Sun and Fun | United States |
| Time: 7:00pm. Age restrictions: All Ages. Address: 3840 Airfield Ct E. Venue phone: 3104240106. | |||
Band Reviews
“Highly recommend!”
Verified Review
Phoenix 5 is a very professional band and full of talented musicians. They play a variety of upbeat songs that will definitely make your event stand out.
https://www.gigsalad.com/phoenix_5_lakeland/review/327647
Rating: 5 Stars
Reviewer: Kat Agner
Event Date: May 27th, 2023
Services Provided: Cover Band, Party Band
“Talented & Reliable Band”
Verified Review
Phoenix 5 is not only immensely talented but very professional and a joy to work with. Would recommend this act to anyone looking for fantastic live music.
https://www.gigsalad.com/phoenix_5_lakeland/review/327628
Rating: 5 Stars
Reviewer: Julia S.
Event Date: June 16th, 2023
Services Provided: Party Band
“Amazing!”
Verified Review
Absolutely amazing performance! Sound was top notch, crowd interaction was superb! Highly recommended for any type of event!
https://www.gigsalad.com/phoenix_5_lakeland/review/336177h
Rating: 5 Stars
Reviewer: Benjamin Black
Event Date: August 26th, 2023
Services Provided: Cover Band
“Awesome Band!”
Verified Review
You guys were awesome. Looking forward to seeing you again soon!
Facebook comment from: Dean’s South Of The Border – Serving Staff
Rating: 5 Stars
Reviewer: Micah Edwards
Event Date: Sept 31st, 2023
Services Provided: Cover Band
“Fun Band!”
Verified Review
Phoenix was a pleasure to work with. The band was energetic and fun. Definitely recommend them.
https://www.gigsalad.com/phoenix_5_lakeland/review/343608
Rating: 5 Stars
Reviewer: Dave German
Event Date: Oct 29th, 2023
Services Provided: Cover Band
” Phenomenal Phoenix 5!”
Verified Review
Phoenix 5 was the absolute hit for our corporate party! They played all the favorites, plus the holiday ones that create nostalgia and new memories! We will certainly be having them apart of our parties for years to come!
Rating: 5 Stars
Reviewer: AK Consultants & Healthcare
Event Date: Dec 3rd, 2023
Services Provided: Cover Band
https://www.gigsalad.com/phoenix_5_lakeland/review/348374
“Amazing Band!”
Verified Review
So glad I connected with Phoenix for my promo shoot. Incredible musicians and EXTREMELY helpful making my project happen. Really good vibes and more importantly- a very professional sound!
Rating: 5 Stars
Reviewer: Nathan c.
Event Date: Dec 16th, 2023
Services Provided: Cover Band
https://www.gigsalad.com/phoenix_5_lakeland/review/352276
“Great energy, music and audience connection“
Verified Review
Phoenix 5 performed for our motor home owners club before an audience of 200. Wonderful entertainment. A big hit with our group. Booking and coordination was easy. Loved our evening with Phoenix 5.
Rating: 5 Stars
Reviewer: Marshall G.
Event Date: January 31st, 2024
Services Provided: Cover Band
https://www.gigsalad.com/phoenix_5_lakeland/review/359350
“Fun at Ka’Tiki“
Verified Review
You all are BEST! Love the Jazz, Rock and Soul! You do it all! I’m your new groupie!
Rating: 5 Stars
Reviewer: Shari N.
Event Date: February 5th, 2024
Services Provided: Cover Band
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“Absolutely Loved Them“
Verified Review
Professional appearance, great with our crowd, lively, they definitely made sure our guest were having fun!
Rating: 5 Stars
Reviewer: Agnes T.
Event Date: February 18th, 2024
Services Provided: Cover Band
Gig 4576358 – Club Event•Reviewed on February 18, 2024•From Zephyrhills, FL
“Impeccable and Flawless”
Verified Review
Phoenix 5 far exceeded our expectations. Their performance was impeccable and they flawlessly coordinated among multiple groups. They were professional, proactive, and enthusiastic. Highly recommend!
Rating: 5 Stars
Reviewer: Will McCandless.
Event Date: March 23rd, 2024
Services Provided: Wedding Cover Band (Recreation of the Movie Scene “Love Actually” Wedding Scene Song “All You Need Is Love”)
Gig 4581283 – Wedding Event•Reviewed on March 25th, 2024•From lakeland, FL
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Email: phoenixfivelive@gmail.com
Tel: 310.424.0106