Members of High Society (left to right): James Thompson (percussion), Blair Halford (bass), Eric Lapin (drums), Daniel Stern (lead vocals), Alan Brisendine (keys & sax), Chris Andrews (guitar)

Band Members

Daniel Stern
Lead Vocals

A native of Greenville SC, Daniel was one of the founding members of the band in 2009. Daniel has performed with multiple groups in Charleston over the years singing music of all genres. Musical Influences include Big Punisher, Notorious BIG, and Ludacris.

Eric Lapin
Drums & vocals

Drummer Eric Lapin has been involved with music since a young age starting with trumpet, moving to piano and has family roots since the 1950’s in Charleston. He has played in various Charleston bands such as Groove Junkies, Bateman’s Studfarm, and Jacob Poole Band.

Alan Brisendine
Keyboards & Saxophone

From Greenville, SC, Alan found a passion and inclination for music after seeing José Feliciano on Sesame Street around age 3. He began guitar lessons before 1st grade, piano at 7 and saxophone at 10. He taught himself how to play drums at 15. Alan performs with various top acts in Charleston, as well as national touring act Cosmic Charlie.

Blair Halford
Bass & vocals

A professional bassist and vocalist of nearly 30 years, Blair has performed with members of Hootie & the Blowfish, James Brown and the JB horns plus Edwin McCain along with being a member of popular regional musical acts Plane Jane and Soulfish.

Chris Andrews
Lead Guitar

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Chris is an experience musician from Alpharetta, Georgia. Chris also plays blues, rockabilly, and jazz. His style is eclectic and diverse. Professional, he runs a music store, provides guitar and bass lessons, and plays with various acts.

James Thompson
Percussion & vocals

Originally from the Indianapolis area, James adds a twist to the live shows by bringing out the bells and whistles (literally), along with percussion and other noise makers. James has played with dozens of bands throughout his 30 years as a musician. He occasionally sits on drumkit and guitar.

Featured Guest Artists

Alyce
vocals

R&B singer Alyce Marie is an active artist featured in multiple acts in Charleston SC. Influenced by the sounds of Powerhouse Sultry legendary female Greats! From Hip Hop and R&B to Rock, Motown and everything in between with a unique, eclectic, funkdafied twist.

Louis Dixson
saxophone & vocals

Louis Dixson (Louie D.) Saxophonist, Singer, Songwriter, Sideman. Charleston City Paper-nominated Best Charleston Musician with over 30 years of experience on the Alto, Soprano & Tenor saxophone.

Colin Madden
lead guitar & vocals

Gigging extensively throughout the Northeast since a teen, he moved to Charleston SC in 1997 and has played with Sean Leonard, Dowser, School for the Deaf, Starling, Magic Bronson, The Graham Whorley Band, Masker Band, Prestige Worldwide, The Louie D. Project and more.