About Us

12/26/08

 

Gary Fredericks - Guitars, keys, harmonica and vocals

Born in Lynwood, CA Gary grew up in the hot music scene of Southern California. He played with such greats as George Lynch (Lynch Mob and Dokken), Doug Suman (America), The Legendary Plimsoals and Frank Mario (Mahogany Rush) along with many other accomplished musicians. Gary has played in Hollywood from a young age, blowing the minds of people with his bluesy style and great song writing skills. With 30 plus recordings he has quite a following in the Northwest where he currently lives and records.

Email Address: yrag50@hotmail.com

Myspace.com/yrag50 

Paul Wells - Drummer, percussions and vocals

Drummer, percussionist and vocals Paul Wells has played all over the U.S. and Europe. A music grad from Iowa State University Music Dept. Paul started playing professionaly at age 13 and never looked back with determination and support of long time agent Steve Hyman. He has toured with major and minor acts all over the U.S. and Europe. Currently recording a record with Suza Leon and Lengendary guitarist Greg Leon from Dokken and Quiet Riot in LaCrescents, CA. Paul still amazes people in his live performances in the Southland (L.A., CA) where he currently lives. Influenced by such greats as Bobby Cadwell, Billy Cobham, Bill Bruford, Steve Gadd, Alex VanHalen, Terry Bozzio, Steve Smith, Mike Portnoy, Scott Travis, Jerry Gashill, Artanis Pyle, Don Brewer, Bobby Rock and master player Neil Pert. I have played with lots of great players over the years and it's been a real privelge to hook up with my long time friends to record this piece of art. It's a record you won't soon forget. Its got that classic feel with that progessive sound. Blending progressive and a bluesy, smokey, righteous work. I know you'll enjoy this great offering.

Email Address:badassdrummer@wildblue.net

Myspace.com/vaderendorsement

Scott Naysmith - Bass, vocals

Long time friend Scott Naysmith was a perfect fit for this crafty band. With his John Paul Jones playing ability he brought with him a talented array of playing skills including bass, keyboards, mandelin, violin and flute, just to name a few. Fantastic player is a under statement of this amazing powerful player and song writer. Being a music grad of Portland State University his valavictorian genious has been the a very strong creative force in this project and in the dark and very creative Portland scene.

This site was last updated 12/26/08