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Born in Argentina, Esteban is a South American singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist with over 20 years of experience as a professional in the music industry. He sings in English, Spanish and Portuguese and also plays Spanish versions of English songs. He plays acoustic guitar with a customised loop system adding bass, percussion, harmonies and catchy guitar licks and solos creating a FULL BAND SOUND.
Esteban brings some original music and worldwide known covers mixing different genres into his shows, such as modern hits, funky and reggae vibes, R&B tunes, Aussie classics and hits from the 80's and 90's to get people to dance and sing-along.
His experience from having been a member of multiple bands and engaging in solo projects in the past 20 years have given him his versatility in music. Because of this, Esteban is a musician and entertainer, able to play different types and styles of music suitable to almost any kind of event.
Most people will identify with Esteban's personal energy and music style, which suit venues wanting a happy beach-style vibe. He also loves playing at various other type of venues such as taverns, that require or request upbeat pub music to create a big party vibe.
Even with this being said, you would be wrong to think that he does not suit smaller bars and cozy restaurants with a more relaxing ambience. Esteban is a great performer even when playing beautiful chill-out music suitable for a more relaxing atmosphere. He creates a different type of connection with the audience, deeper and more intimate, creating a unique energy in the air.
Esteban also has a big passion for house concerts, weddings and corporate events, which involve the combination of all these different types of music in one night.
For something different I offer the option of MEXICAN OR LATIN FIESTAS with all music in Spanish. The acceptance of the crowd is substantially good as it is a type of music that sounds unique and exotic. It is music that people are not usually able to find or listen to in the live music industry so it creates a very fun atmosphere which everyone enjoys.
These gigs include traditional Mariachi, Mexican pop music, Rancheras and Boleros, Indie Mexican pop, Mexican rock & reggae and funky tunes.
These events or parties ('Fiestas' in Spanish) include worldwide Spanish classics, latin pop hits, Spanish versions of English songs, party reggaeton, cumbia, urban and tramp, indie latin pop, reggae, ska, funky tunes and bachata.
Three options I can combine:
Party Reggaeton - very uplifting dance music of Puerto Rican origin, a fusion of Latin rythms and hip-hop
Latin Pop classics - urban, medium party tunes, romantic reggaeton, salsa and bachata
English Bachata - ideal for dinner atmosphere and chill-out happy background bar tunes
In general when venues hire me as a DJ, I start with English Bachata for an hour or so to have a great intro. After that, I get more into the Latin Pop classics and romantic reggaeton, which is ideal to get the party feeling started. Finally I add another hour of uplifting Party Reggaeton to get people moving and dancing.
WeddingsCorporate EventsSound BrandingGuitar Classes
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I would love to meet you at one of my gigs. Don't be shy and pop in for some fun!
The following (past) gigs are some of the confirmed gigs and open for public.
Please click here for the UP TO DATE EVENT CALENDAR of Esteban on facebook.
Day | Date | Time | Venue | Place | Country | |
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Banned FTC | Friday | 03/09 | 8pm | Eleven Dive Bar INDIGO NIGHTS | Maroochydore | AUS |
Esteban Live | Saturday | 04/09 | 7pm | Caloundra Power Boat Club | Caloundra | AUS |
Esteban Live | Sunday | 05/09 | 11am | Nambour RSL | Nambour | AUS |
Esteban Live | Thursday | 09/09 | 7pm | Kings Beach Tavern | Caloundra | AUS |
Esteban Live | Friday | 10/09 | 4.30pm | 26 Degrees Rumba Resort | Caloundra | AUS |
Esteban Live | Saturday | 11/09 | 3pm | Beachmere Hotel | Beachmere | AUS |
Esteban Live | Sunday | 12/09 | 2.30pm | Currimundi Hotel | Currimundi | AUS |
Esteban Live | Friday | 17/09 | 6.30pm | Beachmere Hotel | Beachmere | AUS | Banned FTC | Thursday | 23/09 | 6pm | Rockit Climbing Gym | Warana | AUS |
Esteban Live | Sunday | 26/09 | 1pm | World Arepas Day | Caloundra West | AUS |
Esteban Live | Wednesday | 29/09 | 6pm | Florentina's Trattoria LATIN FIESTA | Mudjimba | AUS |
Esteban Live | Sunday | 03/10 | 4pm | Cabarita Beach Hotel | Cabarita Beach | AUS |
Esteban Live | Friday | 15/10 | 7.30pm | Bribie RSL Club | Bongaree | AUS |
Esteban Live | Saturday | 16/10 | 8pm | Caloundra Power Boat Club | Golden Beach | AUS |
Esteban Live | Friday | 22/10 | 7pm | Your Mates Brewing Co. | Warana | AUS |
Esteban Live | Saturday | 23/10 | 4pm | Beachmere Hotel | Beachmere | AUS |
Esteban Live | Sunday | 24/10 | 10.30am | Private Party | Maroochydore | AUS |
Esteban Live | Friday | 29/10 | 7.30pm | Beachmere Hotel | Beachmere | AUS |
Esteban Live | Sunday | 31/10 | 3.30pm | The Creek Tavern | Mount Creek | AUS |
Esteban Live | Saturday | 06/11 | 7pm | Florentina's Trattoria | Mudjimba | AUS |
Esteban Live | Sunday | 07/11 | 4pm | Cabarita Beach Hotel | Cabarita Beach | AUS |
A selection of events and venues I have played at as a solo artist:
Esteban is a South American full-time musician who has been playing on the coast for nearly a decade, performing at weddings, corporate events and other private events.
He sings from the heart, infused with passion from his Latin roots and creates a special ambience with that magic touch. Be amazed by his sweet melodies and make your wedding as special as you imagined.
Esteban knows how to entertain the guests and the lucky couple. Due to his vast knowledge and experience performing for diverse crowds, he chooses the most suitable songs for every moment of the wedding. Taking it from a chill-out and happy atmosphere at the canapés and reception to a very energetic performance on the dance floor. When he performs, he loves to connect with the crowd and plays what people want to hear and dance to.
He performs with an acoustic guitar and a customised loop system which he uses to record and loop layers of guitar, bass grooves, percussion and harmonies, creating a ‘Full band sound’, usually suitable at the end of the night.
His music selection is broad and includes worldwide known songs from the 60’s, 80’s and 90's, as well as Aussie classics, R&B, beach style happy tunes and modern hits.
Due to his Spanish background he also offers the choice between Mexican music and classic Latin tunes for people who want something different and more innovative. He can adapt to the client's needs by performing those tropical latin happy rhythms or focusing on the chill out romantic side.
Being based on the Sunshine Coast, I charge an additional 50 per hour of travel to get to anywhere you want your wedding to be held.
With over 450 songs known by heart, I am sure we can make a suitable selection for you and your guests to enjoy. However, I do offer the option to learn extra songs especially for your wedding day for 200 per song required to learn.
Esteban provided the music for my wedding. It was fantastic! There was a good variety of songs, and he is a great performer. The song selection that he performed was right for the timings of the reception - pleasant and catchy songs during dinner, then upped the tempo for the dancing afterwards. Professionally, he was very easy to deal with, and everything leading up to the wedding was well organised by him. I would recommend Esteban for your wedding.
A range of business and private events I bring my sound and music to include conferences, christmas parties, business celebration dinners, seminars, product launches, milestone events, end of the year functions, trade shows and seminars. But also, cocktail parties, promotional events, (themed) private dinner parties, birthday celebrations, house concerts, conventions and festivals.
You can contact me to have a chat to see what set-up is most suitable for your event. I can offer my unique sound as a solo musician, with all my gear and pedals I offer a one man performance with full band sound. Or it can be more suitable to have a band with lead guitar, bass with leadguitar licks, with or without a drummer. My original band is called Banned FTC and my cover band is called Global Nation. My personal original music by Esteban Roots, and my cover music stage name is Esteban Live. Get to know more about my music and get in contact with me to discuss the options.
Esteban has created the sound branding for 'Volando' tequila, an Aussie company that has established itself very well in the past few years. Their tequila is now sold in many bars, pubs and during events.
Esteban has recorded the songs they use in their social media advertisements. Volando now uses their unique song on different channels and on events so that people can identify themselves with the liquor brand.
I also play in a ska rock band called Banned FTC, an upbeat trio with drums, bass (with lead guitar) and rhythm guitar with multiple vocals.
Visit the official website of Banned FTC
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Banned From The Club, also known as 'Banned FTC', is a trio band who plays ska rock original music. They are currently recording their second album and are playing all over the Sunshine Coast and Brisbane.
They have done a successful UK tour in 2019 and they are looking forward to tour in Australia to promote their new upcoming album.
The most relevant shows and events of Banned FTC:
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Esteban is currently recording his first reggae solo EP as ‘Esteban Roots’. ’Escape’ is the first song of his project and it has been released on all the online platforms. This song talks about that moment when we are going through a higher and deeper sense of awareness, happening when we truly connect with nature and consciously exchange energy. Sometimes we get overloaded with all the troubles we have in our world and want to express the compassion to our mother earth for all the damage we are constantly causing to her. While the only thing we want to do is going to nature and manifest our empathy and having that beautiful energetic connection with her.
Esteban also has a Ska Rock band called ‘Banned From the Club’, they are currently recording their second album. The song 'Equinox' is their last release. Stay tuned for their next release ‘Not who I am’ which will come out in January 2023.
You can check all the next releases and know about the original shows below.
I like to help to develop the music skills of others in a different way, where the students truly enjoy what they are learning. I create a good balance between practice and theory so that the student is eager to focus and stays enthusiastic. The result is a fast and efficient learning process.
I keep the long term progress of each individual in mind, such as developing techniques that will be useful in their future. But I also like to focus on short term results where the student can see improvements quickly and enable them to reach small goals faster. In this way they can start enjoying spending time with the instrument after each class due to the excitement of achieving little goals each time.
I also love teaching guitar to kids. I enjoy having a nice connection with them and to be part of building up a passion is very rewarding. It develops a motivation in life which enables them to emotionally express themselves when they feel overwhelmed with daily life in the future.
I believe that parents deserve a break sometimes to recharge and that can be happening while their kids are learning a new valuable skill. They learn how to play the guitar in a fun atmosphere and soon they will show off their newly attained skills while you sit back and enjoy.
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Esteban stole my heart with his live performance during my holidays. He's got talent.
The private class made Amalie improve so much in just a few weeks, incredible!
Great performance
Multi talented musician and his feeling for tempo is very well developed.