The Catz In The Hatz Sign With Rhombus Records

BIG BEAR LAKE, CALIFORNIA (cdbaby.com/cd/catzinhatz2) - BIG BEAR LAKE- it's a first of a Big Bear band! Jazz band CATZ in the HATZ went big-time, Saturday night (7-8-6) when they signed a recording contract with RHOMBUS RECORDS. No other musical group from Big Bear has landed a recording contract. At a celebrity-like celebration surrounded by exuberant fans at the Mandoline Bistro, the jazz five signed on with the recording company of Hollywood.

Signing on with renowned Rhombus is a real advantage, as the band's music coincides with a national jazz radio campaign with the latest hits. CATZ in the HATZ continue to get digital download hits from around the world. CATZ are in the top ten in several European countries.

This summer the popular group has entertained at local hot spots such as the Music in the Mountains, Saturday afternoon concert at Veterans Park. Steve Johnson's 'God Blessed America' was heard during the KBHR's patriotic extravaganza on July 4th. The jazz group will be opening for the Pointer Sisters at the Discovery Center's Gala, Saturday July 29th. KTLA's Ross King will feature CATZ in the HATZ on the10:00 p.m. news on July 27th, Thursday and Friday, before the annual event.

Resilience' Mike Foley says, 'These are seasoned musicians who love the music and know how to have fun with it.' The five CATZ are Lead Guitarist Mike Weins, Bass Guitarist Terry Copley, and keyboard by Mike Cross, Singer & Percussionist Steve Johnson, and Drummer & Vocals Steve Boggio, all residents of the valley.

Mandoline's Bistro owner, Larry Cummings a great supporter of CATZ IN THE HATZ, invites everyone to enjoy the village venue on July and August Saturday nights. You might even get to hear Larry crooning with the CATZ. Bottom line, CATZ in the HATZ are alive and well with old favorites including several new selections they've composed themselves. With unique humor they keep their audiences intrigued

CATZ' first release "Take One" has some of the best cuts such as - Peggy Lee's "Fever," Mel Torme's "I'm Coming Home," Duke Ellington's "Lucky So and So," and what may be the best song on the album, Nat Cole's "Nature Boy". The most recent release "Take Two" is a wonderful jazz sequel. Both are available at CATZ IN THE HATZ performances.