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Karl Lukitsch and AUTOBAHN:



The Karl Lukitsch Band is one of Western Pennsylvania's most popular and versatile bands. Their base is in Pittsburgh but the band covers a vast area. The players come from Penn Hills, Shaler, Plum Boro, North Versailles and Apollo.

The signature sound of the Karl Lukitsch Band is the high energy Slovenian Style polkas and melodic waltzes that have entertained dancers since its inception in 1997. It was that sound that got them nominated for "Best/New Young Band" at the Cleveland Style Polka Hall of Fame.

While their love for ethnic music has never waivered, their versatility shows through with their standard dance music and "oldies" as well as the popular party songs that can make a wedding reception, anniversary party, picnic or club dance a special event.

The Karl Lukitsch Band is now exclusively known as AUTOBAHN!

From small taverns to large concerts, Autobahn is perfect for your next German/Bavarian-themed event. They specialize in German/Bavarian music but play a variety of music from polka to classic rock. This ensemble looks the part with full authentic lederhosen and plays true O-fest musik the way Prince Ludwig heard it at his wedding, which is how "Oktoberfest" came to be, plus the beer-drinking, stein-swaying, prost-pounding, pretzel-munching, boot-slapping SING-A-LONGS and PARTY SONGS that you would expect to hear at the Tents in Munich, Germany.


Band Members:

Karl Lukitsch - Piano Accordion, Button Accordion, Keyboards & Vocals

Founder and leader of the band in 1997. Played, traveled and recorded with many top bands. Well versed in composition. Has recorded over thirty-five original songs on seven albums. Celebrated thirty years of playing music in May 2004.

John Yukovich - Drums

Joined the band in 1998. Played with many top bands over the years and is considered one of the premier drummers in the polka field.

Ron Groholski - Tenor & Alto Saxophone, Clarinet, Flute & Vocals

Joined the band in 2000. His musical background spans fifty years, traveling with the Army band and tamburitzan groups before settling into the polka field. His personality and "on stage antics" keep the crowd excited throughout every performance.

Frank Puskar - Banjo, Guitar & Vocals

Re-joined the band in 2001. Played with Karl on and off since 1980. Also played in many top bands and on many recordings. Is one of the most talented and most dedicated "sideman" in the music industry.

Jerry Zagar - Bass Guitar & Vocals

Joined the band in late 2006. Co-hosts & produces Prime Time Polkas, a popular radio broadcast in Western PA & on the web. His dedication to the music shows as he continues to play with many bands.

Discography:
Karl Lukitsch Band  - Musik Box

Karl Lukitsch Band - Musik Box

$15.00

"Best of" release with 22 Songs (14 Originals*) taken from Livin It Up!, Just Havin' Fun, Drive Time & Polka Time...Comin' Up:
1. *Ticklin' Ivories
2. You Are My Sunshine
3. *Teddy's Tune
4. *Austrian Homeland Waltz
5. The Last Time I Saw Henry
6. *Jelly Doughnuts
7. *Mysterious Lady
8. Glass Slipper
9. *Friday Night
10. *Special Request Waltz
11. *Lots 'O Shots
12. *Kisses & Hugs
13. Autumn Love Waltz
14. *Horseradish & Hotsauce
15. *Modern Heritage
16. Blond Sailor Waltz
17. Pennsylvania Hills
18. Waltz For Julie
19. Baloh's Polka
20. Tyrolerland Waltz
21. *Livin' It Up
22. *Drive Time

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Karl Lukitsch Band - Livin' It Up

Karl Lukitsch Band - Livin' It Up

$15.00

18 Songs (10 Originals*) including:
1. *Livin' It Up Polka
2. *Horseradish & Hotsauce Polka
3. 1-2-3-4 Polka
4. *Make Some Memories Waltz
5. *Walkin' To Chicago Polka
6. Pennsylvania Hills Polka
7. *Friday Night Polka
8. Tyrolerland Waltz
9. *Rosebud Polka
10. Look My Way Polka
11. *Frank & Ann's Waltz
12. *Teddy's Tune Polka
13. *Line Dancer's Polka
14. * Mysterious Lady Waltz
15. Cheers, Cheers, Cheers Polka
16. "Blast From The Past" Medley (Oh, What A Night, Silhouettes, What's Your Name)
17. Sway
18. Tossin' & Turnin'

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Karl Lukitsch & Bob Kravos - Just Havin' Fun

Karl Lukitsch & Bob Kravos - Just Havin' Fun

$15.00

7 Songs by the Karl Lukitsch Band
including: Blond Sailor Waltz, Glass Slipper Polka, It's Polka Music, Jelly Doughnuts Polka, Austrian Homeland Waltz, Little Johnny's Polka & Sparky's Polka

plus 8 Songs by the Bob Kravos Band
(15 Songs Total)

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Karl Lukitsch Band  - Drive Time

Karl Lukitsch Band - Drive Time

$15.00

14 Songs (9 Originals*) including:
1. *Drive Time Polka
2. *You're The One Polka
3. *Waltz For Julie
4. *Modern Heritage Polka
5. The Last Time I Saw Henry Polka
6. Europa
7. *Special Request Waltz
8. *Kisses & Hugs Polka
9. *Vienna By Starlight Waltz
10. *Ticklin' Ivories Polka
11. Return To Me
12. Minnesota Rose Polka
13. *Your Kiss Waltz
14. What Do You Know Polka

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Contact Info:

Website: www.AutobahnBand.com

Email: karllukitsch@verizon.net

For booking & information, please contact:
Karl Lukitsch
203 Maurice Ct.
Pittsburgh, PA 15235

Home Phone 412-372-5438
Cell Phone 412-779-1966