Meet the Founders

When Eddie Bruce, Mike Gendler, and Steve Meranus formed EBE, they established one clear objective... to create an entertainment company that takes full responsibility for producing extraordinarily memorable events.

EBE Management feels that the only way to become a leader in the entertainment industry is to truly care about clients and their guests. The ultimate triumph for the EBE Team is to hear clients state they had the party of their dreams. Achieving that allows EBE to become a part of the family - serving as a single-source entertainment and corporate event planning option through a lifetime of events.

Steve Meranus

Aside from his musical and bandleader background, Steve spent years as an international sales trainer and motivational speaker. As managing partner of EBE, he utilizes these talents to ensure the organization is 100% client-centric. His ability to motivate and train the EBE staff to focus on ensuring that the many details that make up an event are attended to is a cornerstone of the EBE experience. Steve's ability to streamline the internal operations of EBE while also allowing for artistic expression, have resulted in a unique and rewarding experience for both musician and client.

Musically, Steve has performed nationally for over 20 years as a vocalist, trumpet player and percussionist. Originally from the jazz and R&B music scene he has shared the stage with and/or opened for Spyro Gyra, Tower of Power, The Persuaders, Grover Washington, Jr., Lou Rawls, Third World, The Hooters, Cindy Lauper and others. Steve spent four years performing and studying voice and trumpet in New Orleans and was the lead vocalist for the band Jubilation, a 20 piece big band under the direction of Tulane University's Musical Director. With a gift for mimicry, Steve can emulate vocals as diverse as Al Jarreau, Phillip Bailey, and Frank Sinatra and his ultra high-energy style brings electricity to any stage.

Eddie Bruce

Eddie Bruce brought a magical element of masterful party planning to EBE. He has entertained audiences with his unique repertoire, which includes everything from Top 40, R & B, Disco as well as Swing and Sinatra and other musical styles for weddings, bar and bat mitzvahs and public and private special events. Eddie truly knows how to entertain the right way. And that experience and knowledge have been transferred to each EBE Bandleader and to the many events Eddie plans for EBE.

Eddie's ability to play both "cool" and "classic" has kept him right at the top, as the Eddie Bruce Orchestra remains one of the area's most sought after party bands. With over 3000 parties under his belt, Eddie and company have performed at Bally's Park Place in Atlantic City on New Year's Eve for 17 years, The Etess Arena of Trump Taj Mahal and The Gala Opening of the Kimmel Center for The Performing Arts. They continue to perform at parties all over the Delaware Valley and have headlined at Bally's in Atlantic City, Odette's in New Hope and have performed in New York City at 88's, The Supper Club and Danny's. His vocal talents are showcased on his CD "We'll Never Say Goodbye", blending a variety of styles including Jazz, Swing, Latin and Great American Standards. Eddie recently completed a sold-out engagement at Brasserie Perrier, turning one of Philadelphia's best restaurants into a cabaret.

Eddie also performs at numerous charitable events for organizations, such as: The Eagles Fly for Leukemia, The Variety Club, Golden Slipper, The Breast Health Institute and The Chef Aid Gala for Manna among many others. Eddie assists his partners in training and coaching EBE bandleaders in the art of party management, while sharing his experiences with them to maximize their potential.

Mike Gendler

Mike provides EBE with the complete background - he combines musical talent with business savvy. Mike owned a production company and played drums before joining EBE as a partner. Mike is fully accountable for the great talent you see at parties and events. Mike recruits and trains the best musicians to become members of EBE bands. He also works with each Bandleader and band member to make sure you experience the best they have to offer.

As a musician, Mike has worked with many of the world's top artists including: Pink Floyd, NFL Films, DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince (Will Smith), Boney James, Eddie Money, Adam Gaynor (Matchbox 20) and many others. With a style that combines power and finesse, Mike was named NFL Films most powerful drummer.

In recent years, Mike has played throughout the US and internationally, with a variety of acts, as well as many limited promotional dates for a wide variety of artists. In addition, Mike brings tremendous drive, enthusiasm, and creativity to everything he does, whether it's recording, touring, doing drum clinics or producing the great talent you see at EBE.  Some of Mike's projects have included a movie for the History Channel and the New NFL Network Themes as well as tracks with The Black Eyed Peas, will.i.am, and Steve Vai. Mike's most recent project with EBE is the formation of an outrageous band named L.A. Starz, to be introduced to the public in early 2006.