5th Gear started in 1992, and the band has been groving every since. They are well known in Detroit, Michigan for their unique style. Their style of music is jazz with pop/funk/and grove vibe. They've played at various venues around Michigan. The band is currently playing at the Motor City Casino, and are receiving great reviews.

5th Gear has a hot new release called, Another Harlan Nite, featuring SaxMan Will Harlan. The group is listed on www.billboardtalentnet.com/willharlan. They had a successful three month tour in Europe. They are currently enjoying success with the new CD, it is being played in various states in the US as well as Europe and Canada.

The band has there own original music. The band does performances from there new CD and popular music from other great artist. The reviews from the Detroit News are great. We have the famous SaxMan Will Harlan on Sax/Vocals, Al Martin on Guitar/Vocals, Neiko Marks on Keyboards/Vocals, Theo Otis on Bass, Gregg Goode on Drums and featured female vocalist.

5th Gear name was developed from the type of energy that the band gives. They are a high energy , dance and jazz band from the Motor City. The band offers the crowd what they want, entertainment, feeling , and music that they can grove to. The music appeals to the young and the mature.