The 479

The 479 is a powerhouse Chicago-based band delivering a genre-blending mix of Rock, Pop, Funk, and Soul with unmatched energy and musical precision.

The group features Walter L. English III on keys, Mendell Beckford on bass, and Aaron S. Williams on drums—each bringing top-tier musicianship and deep groove to the stage. Fronted by dynamic vocalists like Daniel Lamar and Anna Marlow, The 479 lights up venues such as The Bassment and MCA Chicago with high-impact performances that get audiences moving.