Nicola Romano

Raised in Italy, the son of a professional pianist. Nicola formed a rock band in his teens. The Nobles toured during the time of the Beatles. Gigs brought them across Europe and Scandinavia entertaining in lounges and night clubs including Playboy Club establishments.

In Canada Nicola was a singing sensation at fine hotels and casinos with Andy Anka{father of Paul Anka} as his agent.

He moved to Florida and opened That's Amore Ristorante ten years ago so other local entertainers have a place to entertain as well as himself. Nicola sings in four languages and plays the piano

Shawn Brown

Shawn Brown was born and raised in Baltimore, Maryland and has been a professional musician for the past 30 years. As a child, guidance from an equally talented mother taught him the fundamentals of music. Making Tampa, Florida home since 1980, Shawn played with 'Blackstar' who scored a local hit with "Animal Attraction" and toured Japan in "The Precision Band." He has opened for Howard Hewitt, Roger & Zapp, and Stephanie Mills. Shawn also has shared the stage with Al Green, Clarence Clemons, Christopher Cross, Earth Wind & Fire, Keith Sweat, Ronnie Earl, Lucky Peterson, Little Milton and Percy Sledge. Shawn cites his main influences in music as Donny Hathaway, Stevie Wonder, Billy Preston and George Benson.