About
“The Lovettes” Live
The Lovettes perform their 90 min original act, which celebrates the golden era of music with their show-stopping salute to the female icons and girl groups of the 40s, 50s, and 60s. Revisit the evolution of the girl group sound, from the 40s big band era, 50s rock n roll, and 60s pop! Tap your toes to chart-topping hits from the Andrews Sisters, Connie Francis, Peggy Lee, The Ronettes, Leslie Gore, The Chiffons, Petula Clark, The Supremes, Dusty Springfield, and more. With their internationally-acclaimed act, The Lovettes have been featured on PBS’s Doo-Wop Generations and endorsed by pop queens Beverly Lee (of The Shirelles) and Judy Craig (of The Chiffons). Celebrate the women in music who paved the way for generations to come - the original leaders of the pack!
The Lovettes love to perform with their 5-piece band (The Lovers), but tracks are also an option. Anywhere between a 20 min opener, to a full 120 minute show. They perform at a range of venues such as performing art centers, casinos, festivals, weddings, cruise ships, corporate & private events and more!
“It’s an honor to pass the torch on to the next Doo-wop generation, The Lovettes.”
“They sound terrific!”
Meet The Lovettes
Darcy Jo Wood
Darcy Jo Wood is a little lady with a BIG voice, based out of Chicago by way of sunny Orlando! She’s represented by Big Mouth Talent and is a proud member of both SAG and AEA .
Select Theatre credits include Heartbreak Hotel (Broadway Playhouse), Million Dollar Quartet (original Chicago cast), and Dee Snider’s Rock & Roll Christmas Tale (Broadway Playhouse). TV: “Empire”, “Chicago Med”, “Real Life 101”. Film: The Rake, Skeletons in the Closet (both available on Amazon Prime Video) and currently has 2 national commercial spots running.
Darcy is the creator, writer, and producer of her own girl group The Lovettes who were recently featured on PBS’ Next Doo-Wop Generations and endorsed by founding members of both The Shirelles and The Chiffons. Darcy Jo is also the owner/founder of The Lovettes LLC managing both the The Lovettes, and Ameripoltian award winner & International piano sensation Lance Lipinsky & The Lovers. Additionally, she tours with the female fronted show Legendary Ladies of Country portraying the iconic Patsy Cline and Heroines of Rock and Roll - a salute to the 1950’s female icons who shaped pop music. For more info follow along on Instagram: @lovettesgram or @darcyjowood
Jess Lyons
Jess is a Chicagoan by way of sunny Florida and a BFA graduate of Roosevelt University's CCPA. She's spent most of her good years filling her passport with stamps as a performer, tour manager, and producer. She now works as a Casting Director at the top commercial agency in downtown Chicago by day, and sings her heart out to the oldies by night! Be sure to catch her rendition of “He’s So Fine” by Chiffons with The Lovettes on PBS’ special “Doo-Wop Generations” honoring the old and new groups of Doo-Wop. https://youtu.be/HytZSFZPWIA
Tammi Savoy
Sangin' from her heart and soul is what classic soul, vintage and roots R&B singing Tammi Savoy loves to do. Born and raised in St. Paul, Minnesota, Tammi Savoy now calls Chicago, Illinois home. Although she has been singing since the age of 3 in her church choir, Tammi Savoy is quickly rising and making her mark in the music industry. Internationally touring with her own act "Tammi Savoy & The Chris Casello Combo" and with several elite bands as well as providing vocals for various artists including many highly acclaimed Elvis Tribute Artists, and Bobby Wilson, son of the legendary Jackie Wilson. She has also performed her very own tribute to Diana Ross and was recently crowned the 2019 Ameripolitan Music Rockabilly Female of the year.
Molly Jean Denninghoff
Molly is an actor and singer currently based in Chicago & Vancouver. She has always loved the sounds of the 40s, 50s, and 60s, and is downright delighted to be singing a few of those beloved tunes as a new member of the fabulous Lovettes! Molly originally hails from Kansas City (by way of sweet Columbia, MO), where she’s been seen on numerous stages in and around the area: Kansas City Repertory, Starlight, New Theatre, the Unicorn, Coterie, Music Theatre Heritage, and the Arrow Rock Lyceum, to name a few. Select favorite roles include: Julie (Carousel), Anne (A Little Night Music), W (Cock), Beth (The Way We Get By), Dainty June (Gypsy), Gabriella (Boeing Boeing), Emily (Disgraced), and Heather Chandler (Heathers). Commercially, Molly has worked on spots for The Onion, Hallmark, American Girl, Kellogg’s, Mastercard, and more. She is currently the commercial spokesperson for Cellcom. Molly has also been seen on Chicago Fire and Pancake Manor. When she’s not performing, you might find Molly perusing the local flea market, painting, or planning her next adventure! Molly is repped by Shirley Hamilton Inc and is a proud member of AEA. For more, follow along on Instagram @mollyjean_d or visit www.mollydenninghoff.com!
Alanna Lynette Lovely
Alanna Lovely is a proud born and raised Chicagoan. She received her start in the arts at the Homer Bryant School of dance in Chicago. She then picked up the flute and upright bass and competed in state-wide and national band competitions. Alanna later studied Comedic Performance and Writing at Columbia College and is now an actress working in Chicago represented by Gray Talent Group. TV credits include Empire (Fox), Chicago Fire (NBC) and Power Book IV (Starz). Select theater credits include A Christmas Story: The Musical (Paramount Theatre), The Steadfast Tin Soldier (Lookingglass Theatre), and Nina Simone: Four Women (Northlight Theatre). Other Credits: Comedy Studies Showcase (Second City).
“I love me some Lovette’s!”