The Michigan Elvisfest
22nd ANNUAL MICHIGAN ELVISFEST
JULY 7th & 8th, 2023
MASTER OF CEREMONIES
Ronny Craig
LaCrosse, Wisconsin
Ronny Craig, our Emcee is back. He has worked with many Tribute show bands during the last 20 years, including Change of Habit, EAS Band, Ultimate Legends Tribute Band along with the top Elvis Tribute Artists throughout the world: He is multi-talented with his stage presence, soaring voice, and his expert knowledge about the world of an Elvis Tribute Artist.
Elvis Tribute Artists
Robert Washington
Auburn, Maine
Robert has been an amazing part of our Michigan ElvisFest for many years. He has won many Elvis Competitions in the USA. He has performed all over the Country, as well as England & Japan. He is known as one of the world's best ETA. Robert not only has the voice of Elvis, but the special charisma that Elvis had as well.
Chris Ayotte
Canton, Michigan
Chris is an International Award-Winning Elvis Tribute Artist. He has stirred audiences across the Country & Canada with his vocal likeness to the King of Rock n Roll. Chris has been singing since High School and has always admired the legendary entertainer for his amazing voice & God given talent.
Matt King
Leslie, MI
Matt King is one of the Worlds Top-Ranked Elvis Tribute Artists. Having won 1st place in over 35 contests. Matt's incredible voice, with a three and a half octave range, his uncanny ability to become these legendary performers in look and voice, makes him the best impersonator in the business! Matt transforms into Elvis Presley, as well as Roy Orbison for us in 2021.
Quentin Flagg
Knox, Indiana
Quentin, known as Q to his friends, and fans, is a multi-talented young man who has graced our festival for many years now. When he is on the stage, you cannot help but get into the songs, smile, and enjoy his performance, his dancing around the stage, his excitement is contagious, and not to be missed.
Joseph Hall
Branson, Missouri
Joe Hall has been paying tribute to the legacy of Elvis Presley since 2006. He has won awards such as the "Spirit of Elvis", starred on America's Got Talent in 2008 and other TV appearances. Joe has performed all over the world. He has worked with Elvis Presley Enterprises/Legends in Concert and has officially been recognized as one of the top tribute artists in the world today. He says,"His goal is to capture the essence of Elvis Presley and to pay tribute to his legacy, his music and his fans".
Steve Michaels
Milton, Ontario, Canada
Steve Michaels is an international award winning tribute artist and actor based out of Milton, Ontario, Canada. His masterful performance and remarkable renditions of the King have garnered him worldwide attention. He succeeded expectations performing in the touring West End production of THIS IS ELVIS, heralding in a staggering 200 performances and garnering rave reviews across the United Kingdom. His talents are unparalleled. Michaels fascinating interpretation, exciting stage presence, and electrifying charisma usher in an outstanding performance filled with music, and memories. Steve is excited to be back at this year's Elvisfest and is looking forward to seeing some old friends, and to make some new ones along the way!
Bryson Vines
Howell, Michigan
Bryson Vines is a 14 year old Elvis Tribute Artist from Howell, Michigan. He has been performing for 7 years in Festivals, contests & charitable events, many out of state. In 2019 Bryson won the Images of the King Elvis Youth contest in Memphis, Tennessee. In 2018 he won 1st place in the H.E.R.O. Star Search Junior division. Bryson is strong academically but dedicates much of his free time to the spirit of Elvis Presley and family time.
Eddie Lampert
Cleveland, Ohio
Eddie Lampert is a singer/songwriter and musician from Cleveland Ohio. From being a huge fan of Elvis at the earliest age possible, he started working on the craft of becoming an Elvis tribute artist at the age of 14. While the main focus was creating original music, paying tribute to his hero was just as big of a passion. Eddie has competed at a handful of ETA contests and has performed shows across the country with 'Memories of Elvis' and starring in his show 'The Elvis Wonder Show' in Cleveland.
Jesse Aron
Wisconsin
Jesse is an award winning Tribute Artist from Wisconsin who has been performing his tribute to Elvis since 1997. He has performed all over North America & Canada. His most recent accomplishment was winning the Windy City Tribute to the King Competition in 2023. Besides his awesome tribute to Elvis, Jesse does a tribute to Roy Orbison as well. He is indeed a role model and a credit to the State of Wisconsin having received letters of commendations from the governors of his home State We are so happy that he can join us this year.
Whatabouts
Michigan
The WhatAbouts Suzy, Kelly, & Deb. Singing songs from all your favorites.. Having fun, enjoying all kinds of music and they love to dance.
Change Of Habit Tribute Band
Chicago, Illinois
The Change of Habit Tribute Band, also known as “The Band Behind the King,” is the premier Elvis tribute band that tours behind the top Elvis tribute artists and other legendary tributes across the United States.

The band formed in 2003 and has spent the last eighteen years providing authentic representations spanning three decades of Elvis' amazing career. Whether it is the legendary rock-a-billy 50's, the charismatic movie songs, the psychedelic 60's or the 1970's touring and concert years of Las Vegas, COH strives to recreate all of the magic of Elvis' music live on stage!
T.J. Craven
Livonia, Michigan
T.J. is an amazing multi-talented young man. He sings many kinds of music and sings them all beautifully. We welcome him in 2023.
Chris Solano
 
Chris has performed with many of the Elvis Tribute Artists, as well as the Jordanaires, and the Sweet Inspirations. He is a national award-winning tribute artist beginning in 2001. Chris performs his Elvis and Buddy Holly tributes at casinos, fairs, festivals and Elvis Fests across the Midwest, East Coast & Canada.