

R & B Cover Band
The Band
Althou the line-up may vary from time to time you can always expect some of the San Joaquin-Sacramento Valley's finest musicians to be onstage with Norman & The Boyz.
Here is our core line-up!
P.O. Box 692185 Stockton, CA 95269
Guest musicians could include:
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Earnest Nations - Keys
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Gabriel Riley, II - Drums
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Collette Burns - Vocals
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Joe Giusti - Guitar
- Kevin Hamby - Keys
- Gary Bell - Guitar
- Ajuana Black - Vocals

Norman Boyden, Jr.
Bass/Vocals/Manager, Stockton, CA
As the heartbeat and founder of Norman & The Boyz, bassist Norman Boyden brings over 50 years of musical mastery to every performance. His deep-rooted experience spans genres and generations, shaping the band’s distinctive blend of jazz, blues, soul, Latin, and funk into an electrifying force on stage.
Since launching the band in 2003, Norman’s vision has guided it from a high-energy local favorite to a fixture in Northern California’s music scene. With an ear for excellence and a knack for assembling top-tier talent, Norman has built more than just a band—he’s built a musical family.

Javier Carranza
Drums, Lead Vocals, Tracy, CA
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Javier has been a core member of Norman & The Boyz for many years, bringing his unmistakable flair and rhythmic precision to the stage. A seasoned percussionist with deep roots in the Latin music scene, he’s earned a strong reputation in the Central Valley as one of the most versatile players around. His dynamic percussion work and expressive vocals are vital to the band’s signature sound—adding texture, energy, and soul to every performance.

Anthony Conlon
Keyboards/Vocal/Director, Stockton, CA
Anthony's journey with Norman & The Boyz began back in 2003, when he first performed alongside Norman as a trombonist. His extraordinary musical instincts quickly became clear, and it wasn’t long before he mastered the keyboards with effortless grace. Today, Anthony stands out as one of the most in-demand musicians in Northern California, known for his versatility, innovation, and undeniable stage presence. His contributions to the band’s sound are both foundational and inspired—blending technical brilliance with deep musical soul.

Odys Burns
Guitar, Vocals
Vacaville, CA
Odys currently performs with his wife Collett in their ensemble The Koncept Party Band. We are excited and delighted to have him join us for the 2022 season!