FRED MILLER
Harmonicas, Vocals
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Fred Miller was born and raised on a cattle farm in rural PA so is well versed in the culture and music of the tri-state area.
He spent his younger years cutting his teeth wailing on the harmonica and singing in a variety of bands having both country and rock and roll roots so evolving to playing Da Blues was only natural.
Fred is an active musician in the area hosting numerous open mics and is a staunch supporter of live music. He has played with numerous area Blues bands and has perfomed in a variety of festivals,
benefits, parties and many local clubs and restaurants.
You can also catch Fred fonting his own band The Fred Miller Band at select venues
in Delaware and Pennsylvania.
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TOM NOONE
Percussion, Vocals
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Tom has been a regular with our band for a couple
years and can drive the rhythm in a variety of
styles from gool old rock 'n roll to an awesome
shuffle to a straight up jazz beat that gets the
patrons dancin' in the streets! Tom has a solid
history in the state as a treasured musician. We are
thankful he has offered to stand in as our rhythm
section as frequently as he has.
You can also catch Tom with Green Eggs and Jam at select venues. |
PAUL MORÉ
Percussion
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Paul has been playing drums most of his life, with his grandfather as his initial influence. He started off with rock and roll then eventually
gravitated towards jazz and blues as this was the music his parents enjoyed regularly. Paul played in his first band, “Monkey House”, starting out at age 18
in Philadelphia. Since 1991, he has also performed as a member of the Victory Christian Fellowship House Band,
playing a variety of gospel and contemporary Christian material. Paul studied with Mr. Carl Motola in Philadelphia, and continues to be involved in as many
different musical opportunities as are offered to further his passion and love for this wonderful thing called music.
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NATHAN SHEFFER
Saxophone, Vocals
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Spending his youth honing his musical skills on the piano, saxophone and flute, Nathan Sheffer grew up in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
After traveling the globe with the United States Air Force he returned to the East to continue his musical journey.
For 12 years Sheffer has been running up and down the East Coast with a variety of bands but recently found a musical home in Delaware and Maryland.
He is a 2019 Inductee into the Delaware Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Fame as well as one of Central Pennsylvania’s most called on saxophonists and flutists.
When he is not entertaining the masses, Sheffer molds the minds of Lancaster County’s youth as a full-time music teacher. He also has a wife of twelve years and three beautiful children.
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Friends and Memories
JOHN REDA
Saxophones, Vocals
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We will miss an old friend...
John Reda, at age 55, son of Louise DiTomasso and the late Michael Reda, passed away peacefully at his home on September 16, 2009.
John Reda was the true veteran in this band. With over 40 years of performing under his belt, he knew how to kick up the crowd.
Belting out some unbelievable solos, he brought an enormous wealth of musical knowledge to the band.
John played with dozens of bands in the Northeast including Charlie Murray, Earl Rice, Joe Allegro and Melissa Martin.
He has also performed in the pit band for the Everett Theater Orchestra for Nunsense and Jesus Christ Superstar.
John excelled in other areas as well. He was able to rattle off some serious big band vocals and caress the skins...
Frank Sinatra is gone, and now, alas, John has gone to join him. May we hope that John has found the band he deserves
rocking around the Pearly Gates. Rest in peace, John.
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STORMIN' NORMAN THOMAS
Percussion, Vocals
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Norman has moved on to other projects and we wish him well in his future endeavours.
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C. "Junior" Patterson
Percussion
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Junior has moved on to other projects and we wish him well in his future endeavours.
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FRANKIE GRAY
Saxophone
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Frankie has moved on to other projects and we wish him well in his future endeavours.
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ARAM PILIGIAN
Saxophone
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Aram is one talented musician but lives way cross country! We wish him well and that gasoline prices come down some day!
You'll be hearing more from this guy real soon!
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NICK PIETROPOLO
Percussion
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Whether you call him Nick, Nick Danger, RuFuS, Animal or any other expletive, this Philly born musician kicks the whuzzit out o' da cans!
We wish him the best!
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DAN DiREDA
Harmonicas, Vocals
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Dan is a one of a kind character searching for that ultimate blues jam.
We wish him well in his search and hope one day he will find that which he seeks!
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RANDY PENNINGTON
Saxophone
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What can you say about Randy?
The man knows his brass...
The aural aroma that this cat can cause to emanate from a single curved tube of metal are a treasure to behold!
The masters are looking over their shoulder at this guy - he's chasing them down and he's gonna mop the floor!
Randy has a long history playing in bands all over the world. Why he decided to set up his rocking chair here is anyone's guess but we sure
ain't gonna say no when it comes to joining us for a hearty night of blasting out some Blues to help chase away the everyday!
Here's to the man who knows how to make a lot of hot air absurdly meaningful!
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JERRY PEETE
Keyboard and Vocals
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A man of the world, Jerry is the wildest blues man to grace the member list! His smokin' keyboard riffs are
a trademark that will be with us for a long time! Gotta catch his subtle fingers on our latest CD!
His energy is boundless and his antics are wild but he means every note he plays and he plays for keeps!
Watch out!
This boy has DA BLUES!
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