SAMMY OBANION AND MARDI GRAS

Sammy O'Banion anchors this group with his distinctive vocals and style. His exceptional talent earned him a standing ovation from his peers in the music business for his rendition of “Smoke Gets In Your Eyes” at the 1996 Cammy Awards.
Born and raised in Augusta, Georgia, Sammy O'Banion grew up in the heart of rhythm and blues country, and was influenced by such greats as Jackie Wilson, Otis Redding, and The Platters. He gained the insight and understanding to recreate their music as it should be performed. Sammy O'Banion has been performing for over 32 years and his credits include performing the National Anthem for seven NFL games including the Chicago Bears, Atlanta Falcons, Dallas Cowboys, New York Giants, and the New Orleans Saints. He performed for President Bush and his wife Barbara at the Doug Sanders Celebrity Golf Classic in Houston, Texas. Sammy O'Banion was also host and producer of his own variety musical television show for two years.

Sammy O'Banion and Mardi Gras have received much recognition in the Southeast for their excellence in music performance. They are an exciting group that concentrates on their audience and provides them with quality professional entertainment.