Mike Garvey and Dana Sudborough met in Dallas in 1999 playing in a Latin Jazz trio in local venues. In the trio, Mike played piano and Dana played drums and percussion. They formed Subtle Vibes in early 2000, where Dana could play his vibraphone. Their music has a jazzy melodic style, interwoven harmonies, and a pleasing, subtle instrumentation. Mike and Dana share common musical backgrounds that combine over 30 years of professional performing experience.

Dana Sudborough holds a Bachelor of Arts in Music from the University of North Texas where he was a member of the world-renowned One o'clock Lab Band. He has extensive experience in jazz, rock and world music including over four years spent studying South Indian drumming. Dana has been performing at the Kimball Art Museum, Sambucca, the Black Dog Tavern, the Modern Museum of Art, My Martini Bar, 8.0, the Jazz Café, Fort Worth Farmer's Market, the Balcony Club, the Flying Saucer and other local venues.

Mike Garvey holds a Bachelor of Arts in Music from the University of California. He has lived and performed in the Dallas area for the past three years. Mike has been regularly featured with acts playing at Sambuca, Sipango, the Balcony Club and Soho Jazz Café. He also worked regularly at the Adams Mark Hotel. Prior to moving to Dallas, Mike was an active participant in the music communities in New Orleans and Nashville where he spent three years on staff at RCA Records. Mike and Dana often play together with a rhythm section in larger jazz groups and/or with a vocalist.

The music that Mike and Dana play is a unique combination of Jazz, Latin, and other Popular styles that has delighted audiences wherever they have performed. Subtle Vibes has a large repertoire of original material and old favorites. Their sets often include standards by composers such as Gershwin, Ellington and Cole Porter; Brazilian Bossa Novas; and modern classics by the likes of Stevie Wonder and Carlos Santana. Their music delivers a little something for everyone.

Dana and Mike went into the studio in 2002 to record their full-length original album, "Pianophone". The CD is a mellow voyage through modern jazz ballads, playful mediterranean trists, Latin grooves, and smooth, soothing melodies. The album is for sale here.