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“Chances Are”
Melvis sings the Johnny Mathis favorite “Chances Are” to an appreciative audience. Recorded Aug. 22, 2008

“Chantilly Lace”
Melvis does his take on the Big Bopper complete with saxophone (for effect only). Recorded Aug. 22, 2008.

“Dancing Queen”
After a public service announcement from Frankie V and a little stunned silence, The Melvis sings “Dancing Queen” to the delight of his audience. The word most associated with this performance is diversity. Mel can truly sing anything! Filmed at the Fabulous Hoffman Lanes in IL

“Escape (Pina Colada)”
Melvis pantomimes the guitar solos during this summertime favorite. A spot-on performance of a new song to the Melvis catalog, “Escape (Pina Colada)” is sure to bring you to the ocean.

“Garden Party”
The Karaoke Legend Melvis sings one of his favorites, Ricky Nelson’s “Garden Party”, complete with guitar strumming and sensitive vocalizing.

“It’s Now or Never”
A Brilliant performance of the classic “It’s Now or Never” by the one and only Melvis.

“Johnny B. Goode” B/W
A high-quality version of johnny filmed in black and white.

“Johnny B. Goode”
The Melvis sings “Johnny B. Goode” to the delight of his audience. At 62, Melvis can move, sing, dance, and play like a teenager, albeit a teenager on medication. There is no duck walking here, but I’ve never seen Mel strut backwards before. Filmed at the Fabulous Hoffman Lanes in IL.

“Love Shack”
Melvis takes on the B-52’s with a little help from the Melvettes: Wendy and Lisa. This piece showcases complex guitar moves, tight vocal harmonies, and Mel’s signature style.

“My Way”
Melvis performs his favorite song with passion and emotion. Despite famous versions by other stars, Mel continues to assert that he does this song best. And, after watching this video, who would argue?

“Puff the Magic Dragon”
Here’s one for the Kids! Melvis takes the time to serenade the young and young at heart with this beautiful story of a boy and his magical dragon. Can Melvis hit the high notes? You bet he can, Panama Red.

“Teddy Bear”
Mel’s traditional show opener continues to be a crowd favorite after all these years.

“When Irish Eyes Are Smiling”
Melvis celebrates St. Patrick’s Day 2008 with this heartwarming rendition of “When Irish Eyes Are Smiling”. Note the festive shamrock lanyards and faux-leprechaun ears!

“The Wonder of You”
Melvis sings “The Wonder of You” at Hoffman Lanes Friday, December 7, 2007

“Yellow Submarine”
Melvis leads a sing-along of “Yellow Submarine” at Hoffman Lanes

Karaoke Recap: A Melvis and His Guitar
Local karaoke legend Melvis plays an inflatable guitar while other people are singing. All night long!

Frankie V.

Frankie V. “Black Betty”
Melvis and Frankie V. square off in this continuation of the Karaoke Gold series. Frankie provides the ripping vocals to Ram Jam’s “Black Betty” while Melvis jams away on his guitar.

Rhino

Rhino: “I Wanna Be Sedated”
Rhino sings “I Wanna Be Sedated” by the Ramones. Melvis backs him up on inflatable guitar in this clip from the fabulous Hoffman Lanes located in Illinois.

Rhino: “Safety Dance”
Karaoke King Rhino sings through “Safety Dance” by Men Without Hats. The real question is: Where is Melvis?

Rhino: “She Blinded Me With Melvis”
Rhino singe the avant-garde “She Blinded Me With Science” in his signature style. Melvis joins him on guitar and helps rock the packed bar. The first performance of Rhino’s crowd-pleaser.