McFadden and Friends Band was formed in 2018 and brings together five seasoned musicians with more than 150 years of combined experience. With deep roots in Jazz and Blues, the group calls the Roanoke and New River Valley home and has become a familiar presence in the region’s live music scene.

Over the years, the band has performed at a variety of popular venues and events, including Fatback Soul Shack, Old Salem Brewery, Parkway Brewery, Big Lick Brewery, Twisted Track Brewpub, Mac and Bob’s Restaurant, Joe’s Deli, Homeplace Vineyard Music Festival, Brady’s Distillery, Eastern Divide Brewery, Jazz in July at Longwood Park, and Radford Coffee Company. They are also regularly invited to play private events, showcasing their versatility and broad appeal.

The lineup features Roscoe McFadden on keyboards, vocals, and harmonica; Davel Burch on saxophone; Jimmy Dickason on bass; David Gregory on drums; and Glen Holmes on keyboards.