About Us

BANSY is a DMV cover band comprised of five childhood friends who have been performing together since 2012. With an incredibly versatile and diverse setlist, BANSY tailors their performance to each venue and audience, rocking the hardest to classic guitar-hero songs while also vibing to the most modern pop/country hits. The band's dynamic sound is driven by their multiple lead vocalists and their ability to switch instruments, adding a unique twist to each performance.

What music do we play?

BANSY performs an extensive range of music, covering artists: Chappel Roan, Sabrina Carpenter, Dua Lipa, Ariana Grande, Olivia Rodrigo, Billie Eilish, Bruno Mars, Taylor Swift, Carrie Underwood, Chris Stapleton, Noah Kahn, One Republic, ABBA, My Chemical Romance, Fall Out Boy, All American Rejects, Avril Lavigne, Weezer, The Killers, All Time Low, Paramore, Queen, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Foo Fighters

Meet the Band

You'd never guess that Will Saar has a musical bone in his body, considering his complete inability to whistle. But don't be fooled - the man is a musical genius. He can play just about any instrument with ease.

When he's not jamming out, you can usually find Will hanging with his brothers, playing roller hockey, or running around like a madman trying to find his keys. But don't let his forgetfulness fool you. When it comes to BANSY's music and sound-related matters, Will is on top of his game.

And don't even get us started on his day job as a fire protection engineer. Let's just say, when Will's around, things tend to get a little... heated. But hey, that's just the price you pay for having a guy who can rock out on the guitar, score hat tricks, and prevent fires all at the same time.

Kevin is BANSY’s newest addition, here to slap the bass, tickle the keys, and belt the notes that make every show unforgettable. His musical journey began in middle school when his crush declared that guys who could play Welcome to the Black Parade on piano were irresistible. Fueled by this revelation and a steady diet of Breakfast With The Beatles on New Jersey’s Q104.3, Kevin dove headfirst into music—playing bass in a punk band, leading his high school marching band as Drum Major, harmonizing and doubling as the “Human Pitch Pipe” in Penn State’s premier co-ed a cappella group, and dabbling in music production and DJing.

When he’s not with BANSY, Kevin increases shareholder value as a Lead Data Analyst, loses golf balls at an alarming rate, and endures the annual heartbreak of rooting for the Giants, Yankees, and Penn State football. He also spends a concerning amount of time defending the term “Taylor Ham” and reassuring strangers that he is not Big Head from Silicon Valley.

Sydney Abella is a kick-ass individual who knows how to work hard and play even harder. Sydney works for a general contractor, where she is currently building an emergency room and surgery center in Alexandria, VA. (Doctors aren’t the only professionals saving lives!)

Outside of work, Sydney’s zest for life is truly inspiring. She’s completed a cross country road trip, gone skydiving, and her next adventure includes bungee jumping in Switzerland this summer!

But we can’t talk about Sydney without mentioning her innate talent and passion for music. Sydney has been banging on the drums since she was just eight years old, and she owes it all to her dad, who has been her biggest inspiration and supporter from the very beginning.

Brianne Nguyen is a multi-talented musician who serves as the lead vocalist, bassist, guitarist, and occasional keyboard player, but she's best known for her skillful tambourine playing. As the glue that holds the band together, Brianne played a pivotal role in reuniting the group in 2021 and now manages their rehearsals.

Not only is she a rockstar on stage, but she also happens to be the software engineer who built this website! While she spends most of her time coding/practicing, she also loves to binge watch Marvel movies and indulge herself with fried chicken and sour candy.

Upcoming Events

APR
4

Sauf Haus @ 9:00pm

Washington, D.C.

APR
26

The Bullpen @ 6:30pm

Washington, D.C.

JUN
20

Waterfront Hotel @ 9:30

Baltimore, MD

JUN
27

Sauf Haus @ 9:00pm

Washington, D.C.

JUL
25

Sauf Haus @ 9:00pm

Washington, D.C.

AUG
1

The Renegade @ 10:00pm

Arlington, VA

AUG
8

Sauf Haus @ 9:00pm

Washington, D.C.

SEP
5

Sauf Haus @ 9:00pm

Washington, D.C.

OCT
24

The Renegade @ 10:00pm

Arlington, VA

DEC
12

The Renegade @ 10:00pm

Arlington, VA