Surfsplosion
Keyboardist/Organist, Poppy Xander and Guitarist/Tiki Drum Machine Operator, Jeff M. are Surfsplosion - a surf, exotica duo designed to bring vibes anywhere with Mai Tais and electricity. Live performances of surf tunes like Pipeline, Penetration, and works by the great Dick Dale, to the smooth, luxurious sounds of Sunset on the Kona Kai and exotica classics by Martin Denny, Esquivel, and more. Perfect for poolside parties, Tiki Bars, and ocean sides far and wide.
Poppy Xander (Dallas, TX) has been awarded Keyboardist of the Year by Dallas Entertainment Awards and Dallas Observer, Best Tribute Act for Primadonna - The Elite Madonna Tribute, and Panic - A Tribute to The Smiths and Morrissey, while also receiving recognition for Best Live Band for Helium Queens, the sci-fi power trio from the Moon featuring Xander on Vox and keys . Xander also plays keys, records, and tours with the Polyphonic Spree, a 20 person choral-symphonic pop rock band famous for their white robes and cult of personalities.
Jeff M. (Port Hueneme, CA) is a Texas-bred, Southern California–based multi-instrumentalist whose work spans multiple genres and instruments. His performance and recording credits include Pray For Mojo, Friends Like These, Let’s Play Murder, and The Black Mailhouse Band.