About
The
Band
Emerald City 5 is the premier top 40 party band wowing audiences throughout Seattle, Tacoma and the greater Pacific N.W. This amazing 5-Piece band stands out in the live entertainment industry as powerfully dynamic and features two of the most extraordinary lead vocalists the West Coast has to offer. EC5 has a very extensive repertoire, ranging from your favorite party classics to the most current dance hits, and can customize the playlist to suit your venue or event. EC5 delivers high energy talent and top-notch professionalism, to help ensure the excitement of your guests every time.
Performers
Lead Vocalist
Jillian
Jillian is an Olympian based jazz musician and powerhouse vocalist. Her velvety rich vocals cover a wide range of genres. Giving a unique and captivating performance at every show!
Keys & Vocalist
Megan
Megan is a pianist and vocalist and a graduate of Pacific Lutheran University with a degree in Vocal Performance. Playing piano for 27 years, she’s accompanied for theaters, schools, and choirs all around the Puget Sound. As a singer, she won the international Karaoke World Cup with her team back in 2020 and has performed internationally as well. Megan also dove into hosting and emceeing the last few years and has a blast bringing the energy to events around Western Washington. She’s excited to sing and play multiple genres with such incredible musicians and bring the hype to all their future events!
Lead Guitar & Vocalist
James
James is a professor of singing and opera at Pacific Lutheran University. The multi-instrumentalist and singer also conducts and stage directs opera productions regionally. Jimmy has performed as a singer all over the USA, China, Italy, and Mexico. Originally from south Louisiana, he got his start playing guitar and singing in cover bands, so he is happy to be returning to his roots!
Vocalist
Coral
Coral's versatile lead vocals and soaring harmonies enchant audiences everywhere she goes. She has a background in show choir performing, and loves caring for animals.
Bass Guitar
Josh
Josh is a Tacoma Native. Growing up he enjoyed just about anything that was popular on the radio. In his eyes: "Pop" music embraces all styles and is made by some of the best musicians of their time. Now-a-days, you can just pick and choose what you want to listen to, but back then, he was at the mercy of the Radio DJ's. He’s a self taught Musician with versatility and great timing.
If it sounds good and has a great bass line, Josh will play it! This makes him the perfect fit with the Emerald City 5.
Drummer
Zeke
Ezequiel “Zeke” Rico has been playing drums since he was 6 years old, learning by watching drummers playing gospel music in the greater Los Angeles area. Drumming became his lifelong passion and led to many wonderful musical experiences. He has played in numerous bands in L.A., the Yakima Valley, and has performed at countless Premium Music Venues in the Seattle/Tacoma area including the Emerald Queen, RedWind, GAC, Mill Bay, 12 Tribes, Skagit and other casinos in the Pacific N.W. Zeke plays a wide variety of musical styles and does so with groove and passion. Entertaining his audiences, and putting smiles on their faces, brings joy to his soul!