Cunio, a vocalist/MC with a unique sound, has gained widespread recognition for his performances around the world, particularly as a featured artist with Scott Bradlee's Postmodern Jukebox.
His debut collaboration, a Queen-inspired cover of The Buggles' "Video Killed the Radio Star," has garnered over a million views on YouTube, showcasing his impressive vocal range and style.
Cunio's national exposure began as the "electrifying wailer" in the PBS retro-rock group Under the Streetlamp, followed by the release of his solo album "Back Alley Soul," which debuted at #6 on the iTunes R&B/Soul charts, praising his "gloriously gritty" performance.
In 2019, he joined the popular circus Teatro ZinZanni as their first male "chanteuse," filling a role previously held by musical icons such as Ann Wilson, Liv Warfield, Joan Baez, and Thelma Houston.
As a resident vocalist for the Drama Desk Award-winning dance company Company XIV, Cunio has recently starred as The White Rabbit in their record-breaking production "Queen of Hearts" and semi-annually as Droselmeyer in "Nutcracker Rouge."
On stage, Cunio has portrayed Pilate/Jesus Christ Superstar at the Lyric Opera of Chicago, Tommy DeVito/Jersey Boys on the national tour, Corny Collins/Hairspray on Broadway, and won an Ovation Award for his role in the world premiere of "Reefer Madness."
Regionally, he has starred at the American Repertory Theater, Arkansas Rep, North Shore Music Theatre, and The Kennedy Center.
As a sought-after MC, Cunio is a fixture of NYC's Burlesque and nightlife scene, regularly appearing at Duane Park, The Box, The Slipper Room, House of Yes, and with Dances of Vice.
Follow Cunio on social media at @Cunio4.
