About Us

We are BANSY, a DMV-based cover band comprised of childhood friends who have been performing together since 2012. With a diverse mix of songs that span genres and decades, we love tailoring every performance to the venue and audience—rocking out to classic guitar-hero anthems while also bringing energy to the latest pop hits, including some of the most popular releases from the past few years. Our sound is driven by multiple lead vocalists and our ability to switch instruments mid-set, keeping every performance fresh and engaging. We take pride in creating an interactive experience with the crowd - incorporating choreography and dancing, keeping the energy high, and getting everyone singing along from start to finish.

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

JAN
30

The Renegade @ 10:00pm

Arlington, VA

APR
10

O Sullivan's Irish Pub @ 9:30pm

Arlington, VA

APR
17

Lighthorse @ 9:30pm

Alexandria, VA.

APR
24

The Renegade @ 10:00pm

Arlington, VA

JUN
19

Lighthorse @ 9:30pm

Alexandria, VA.

JUL
10

O Sullivan's Irish Pub @ 9:30pm

Arlington, VA

AUG
21

The Renegade @ 10:00pm

Arlington, VA

NOV
13

The Renegade @ 10:00pm

Arlington, VA