Getting to know monkey hill

Monkey Hill is a popular five-piece cover band with guitar, bass, keyboards, and drums. The band's name comes from an earthen mound in the Audubon Zoo called Monkey Hill, believed to be the highest point in New Orleans. Their N'Awlins sound is a musical gumbo that includes old and new rock, country, and blues, as well as, local favorites by artists such as Professor Longhair, Fats Domino, and Dr. John.  Monkey Hill continues to evolve and includes contemporary hits. The band is based on the Westbank of New Orleans and will travel within 100 miles.  Monkey Hill is available for bookings at all entertainment venues, including weddings, fairs,  festivals, community events, and private parties. 

  • Dr. Rob Dahmes, Algiers resident, is the founder of the band and a native New Orleanean.  “Dr. Rob” is a bass player and talented vocalist. He was a French Quarter house musician before entering medical school and, over the years, has combined the practice of medicine with his love of New Orleans music.  His current band features a stellar cast of players.  
  • Jerry Nuccio, a New Orleans native, plays keyboards and sings. He has vast experience as a professional musician. Jerry is known for his many years as house musician and manager at Pat O'Brien's in the French Quarter, his stint with TQ and the Topcats, and as the host of open mic nights at at Pour House Jefferson. Jerry and comes from a musical family.  His brother, Carlo Nuccio, was one of New Orleans best-known drummers.  Carlo had the distinction of being posthumously honored by an all-star musical tribute at Tipitina's.
  • Blaine Daigle, Gretna resident, is a highly skilled guitar player. Blaine is well-known to the New Orleans music scene and has extensive experience performing at popular local venues with top bands such as Chicken on the Bone. His musical interests range from New Orleans R&B to Motown and rock.
  • Vic Cangelosi lives on the Algiers Lower Coast. In addition to being an expert drummer, he is also the band's sound manager. Over the course of his musical career, he has kept the beat in the French Quarter, on Frenchmen Street, and multiple venues around the City. 
  • Kimberly Mueller, a Metairie resident, is a high energy vocalist with a wealth of professional experience in the French Quarter, the Greater New Orleans area, and the Gulf Coast.  Tracey Anne-Jolie Edwards, Felicia Murret, Lisa Frilot Kramer, and Stacy Weaver also perform with Monkey Hill.  These talented entertainers add variety, depth, and energy to the band.  We are blessed to have them on our team!
  • Dr. Victoria Muth Dahmes, also known as “Vicki” is Dr. Rob's wife.  She manages the website, bookings, and marketing.

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Monkey Hill plays a gumbo mix of rock, country, and blues covers. True to its roots as a “N’Awlins” band, a wide selection of local favorites is included. Monkey Hill’s music is designed to appeal to all ages.  Here are just a few of our songs.

  1. Ain’t That a Shame ● Fats Domino
  2. At Last ● Etta James
  3. Big Chief ● Professor Long Hair
  4. Big Mamou ● Wayne Toups
  5. Billie Jean ● Michael Jackson
  6. Black Magic Woman ● Santana
  7. Blue Bayou ● Linda Ronstadt
  8. Blue Monday ● Fats Domino
  9. Boogie Shoes ● KC & the Sunshine Band
  10. Boot Scootin’ Boogie ● Brooks & Dunne
  11. Breakaway ● Irma Thomas
  12. Brown-Eyed Girl ● Van Morrison
  13. C'est La Vie ● Chuck Berry
  14. Chain of Fools ● Aretha Franklin
  15. Changes in Latitudes ● Jimmy Buffet
  16. Cissy Strut ● Meters
  17. Come to My Window ● Melissa Etheridge
  18. Crazy ● Patsy Cline
  19. Crossroads ● Eric Clapton
  20. Dancin' in the Streets ● Martha and the Vandellas
  21. Disco Inferno ● The Tramps
  22. Dreams ● Fleetwood Mac
  23. Evil Ways ● Santana
  24. Feeling Alright ● Joe Cocker
  25. For What It’s Worth ● Buffalo Springfield
  26. Give Me One Reason ● Tracy Chapman
  27. Green River ● Credence Clearwater Revival
  28. Heat Wave ● Linda Ronstadt
  29. Hello Josephine ● Fats Domino
  30. Her Mind is Gone ● Tad Benoit
  31. Hoochie-Coochie Man ● Muddy Waters
  32. Hurts So Good ● John Mellencamp
  33. I Can’t Tell You Why ● Eagles
  34. I Feel Good ● James Brown
  35. I’m the Only One ● Melissa Etheridge
  36. I’m Walkin’ ● Fats Domino
  37. Iko, Iko ● Meters
  38. It’s Raining ● Irma Thomas
  39. Jambalaya ● Hank Williams
  40. Johnny Be Good ● Chuck Berry
  41. Just a Little Bit ● Roscoe Gordon
  42. Keep Your Hands to Yourself ● Georgia Satellites
  43. Last Dance ● Donna Summer
  44. Last Time ● Rolling Stones
  45. Long Train Running ● Doobie Brothers
  46. Louisiana 1927 ● Randy Newman
  47. Margaritaville ● Jimmy Buffet
  48. Me & Bobby Magee ● Janis Joplin
  49. Meet Me with Your Black Drawers ● Jenny Cheatham
  50. Monkey Around ● Delbert McClinton
  51. Mother-in Law ● Ernie K. Doe
  52. Neon Moon ● Brooks & Dunne
  53. Pocky Way ● Meters
  54. Preacher’s Son ● Dusty Springfield
  55. Pride & Joy ● Stevie Ray Vaughn
  56. Redneck Woman ● Gretchen Wilson
  57. Rescue Me ● Linda Ronstadt
  58. Respect ● Aretha Franklin
  59. Rhiannon ● Fleetwood Mac
  60. Right Place, Right Time ● Dr. John
  61. Run, Run Rudolf ● Chuck Berry
  62. Sick & Tired ● Fats Domino
  63. Something to Talk About ● Bonnie Raitt
  64. Spooky ● Classics IV
  65. Stand by Me ● Ben E. King
  66. Still the One ● Shania Twain
  67. Such a Night ● Dr. John
  68. Tennessee Whiskey ● Chris Stapleton
  69. The Letter ● Joe Cocker
  70. The Thrill is Gone ● B.B. King
  71. Valerie  ● Amy Winehouse
  72. Walkin’ After Midnight ● Patsy Cline
  73. Walkin’ to N’Awlins ● Fats Domino
  74. When Will I Be Loved ● Linda Ronstadt

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