Welcome to
Canoes Cabaret

The Groove Nation Band is an electrifying band featuring three exceptionally dynamic front-line vocalists and a rock-solid rhythm section.

Groove Nation performances blend elements of popular timeless and recognizable musical genres from current hits, R&B, Motown, funk, classic rock, retro '70s and '80s, disco and Latin.

A self-described “multi-hyphenate,” Chukundi aka Kun Luv grew up in the central area of Seattle and attended Garfield High School. He is a former political candidate, a civil servant, a community activist, an author, an entrepreneur, an environmentalist, volunteer and much more.

Given the name DJ Kun Luv while attending Elizabeth City State University (a North Carolina HBCU) and DJing the “GYM JAMS,” Chukundi has gone on to perform at events around the world. Known for his ability to connect with a crowd, he has been one of the premier party rockers in the Pacific Northwest and beyond for over 25 years. In the 90s, he served as NBA Hall of Famer Gary Payton’s official DJ while selling mixed tapes across the country including the legendary music store Earwax in Atlanta.

Luv has shared the stage with music greats from Patti Labelle and Gladys Knight to Rick Ross and Nicki Minaj, and is a regular in the Seattle area. He is often tapped to perform at corporate and company events, and maintains a client list that includes Microsoft, Boeing, The Urban League, Verizon, AT&T and more.

He has served as a brand ambassador for many local and international companies including his own clothing brand that was carried in Macy’s for a period of time. As an official “Cîroc Boy” DJ, he worked for Diageo and Blue Flame Marketing to promote CIROC Vodka across the Pacific Northwest and beyond.

Outside of his DJ work, Luv is the founder of Service is a Lifestyle, a 501(c) (3) nonprofit. He is also a 25-year employee at Seattle Parks and Recreation.

The Chicago Transit Experience is the Northwest’s one and only tribute to the music of Chicago. With such classic hits as “Saturday in the Park,” “25 or 6 to 4,” “Color My World,” “Make Me Smile” and “You’re the Inspiration,” their legendary sound blends rock, jazz, R&B and classical music, with powerful vocal harmonies and a dynamic horn section.

Among the members of this talented nine-piece band are Ben Smith, drummer for Heart for over 20 years and Arny Bailey, lead vocalist and guitarist for Wings & Things. From the iconic 1969 CTA debut album, through the hits of the '70s, to the ballads of the '80s, Chicago Transit Experience delivers the very best of Chicago’s music.