Business Details
40 Years
experience
Your Trusted Southwest Soul Band for Houston Events
Since 1986, Commercial Art has established itself as Houston's premier Southwest Soul Band, delivering dynamic musical performances that blend vintage soul, classic rock, and Latin rhythms. Our six-decade-spanning repertoire ensures every event remains engaging, from 1940s swing to contemporary hits. With a lineup featuring world-touring musicians and vocalists, we combine technical expertise with crowd-pleasing energy to create unforgettable experiences. Our commitment to personalized service includes pre-event consultations to ensure perfect alignment with client visions. Having performed at iconic venues like The Cynthia Mitchell Pavilion and The St. Regis Hotel, we maintain a reputation for excellence through both musical mastery and professional reliability.Our team's collective experience spans decades of international tours and collaborations with industry legends, ensuring every performance meets the highest standards. We specialize in creating immersive entertainment experiences for weddings, corporate events, and private parties, maintaining Houston's longest-running engagement history at major nightlife venues. Our approach combines meticulous preparation with spontaneous energy, making each event uniquely memorable. This dedication to quality has earned us consistent demand across Houston's competitive entertainment market for over 35 years.
Services
Wedding Entertainment
Corporate Events
Private Parties
Festival Performances
Venue Residencies
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- We offer 35+ years of Houston entertainment expertise
- Our band features musicians who've toured with Phil Collins and Michael Jackson
- We provide personalized pre-event consultation services
- Our eclectic repertoire spans six decades of dance music
- We maintain Houston's longest-running private party engagement history
Services
Wedding Entertainment
Our wedding performances feature tailored music selections spanning decades, ensuring guests of all ages enjoy the celebration. With professional coordination and adaptable setlists, we create perfect musical backdrops for receptions. Our experienced team handles all technical requirements while maintaining energetic, dance-floor-focused performances.
Corporate Events
We deliver high-energy entertainment for corporate functions including galas, conferences, and holiday parties. Our professional approach includes customized music curation and seamless integration with event logistics. Clients benefit from our extensive experience working with Houston's premier venues and event planners.
Private Parties
From milestone birthdays to anniversary celebrations, our versatile repertoire adapts to any private event's atmosphere. We provide complete entertainment solutions including sound equipment and lighting. Our musicians' experience ensures smooth performances in both intimate and large-scale settings.
Festival Performances
We bring dynamic stage presence to festivals and public events, having opened for national acts like Steely Dan and Willie Nelson. Our performances combine professional production quality with crowd-engaging energy, making us a favorite at Houston's major cultural festivals.
Venue Residencies
With Houston's longest-running nightclub engagement history, we offer venues consistent, high-quality entertainment. Our adaptable format suits various venue types while maintaining our signature musical diversity and professional reliability.
People
Robert Aguilar
Owner / Bandleader
Professional drummer since age 16 with international touring experience, including performances at The White House. Graduated from Houston's High School for Performing and Visual Arts, bringing decades of musical expertise to lead Commercial Art since 2000.
Jon Perry
Guitarist
Houston native with extensive music career spanning multiple decades. Developed unique guitar style influenced by Texas legends while maintaining versatility across musical genres through professional engagements in diverse settings.
Cloris Grimes
Saxophonist
Award-winning saxophonist with global performance experience, having worked with entertainment icons like Michael Jackson. Florida A&M graduate who brings international touring expertise and musical excellence to Commercial Art's performances.
Jim Brady
Trumpet/Drums
Internationally experienced musician who toured with Phil Collins and The BeeGees. Former University of Miami student with extensive professional background, adding both technical mastery and stage presence to the band's live performances.
Rebecca Bowman
Vocalist
Classically trained vocalist with opera background who brings professional expertise from teaching and performance roles. Her musical versatility enhances Commercial Art's diverse repertoire across multiple genres and performance settings.
Questions
What types of events do you perform at?
We specialize in weddings, corporate events, private parties, festivals, and venue residencies across Houston.
How far in advance should I book?
We recommend booking 6-12 months ahead for weekends, with shorter notice possible for weekdays.
Can you customize your music selection?
Yes, we work closely with clients to tailor playlists for their specific event and audience.
What's your performance setup?
Our standard setup includes 6-8 musicians with full sound and lighting equipment.
Do you offer event coordination assistance?
We provide complimentary pre-event consultation to coordinate timing, logistics, and special requests.
