Alongside Scott and Janis will often see a mondo blast of talent to share the stage. The players, always awesome. You never know what will occur, but it’s always a treat when we have a little help from our friends.
A formidable Texas talent joins us in the desert. We are excited to have her in our group of friends.
“…a soulful, sensuous voice…” ALBUM REVIEWS, BILLBOARD MAGAZINE
”…she sings what she writes with subtle, but intense credibility… ” JACK HURST, CHICAGO TRIBUNE
As a bassist and vocalist, music has always been his life passion and is the driving force for everything he does. Being a musician and playing for large audiences as well as recording in the studio was always the dream from his early childhood in New Jersey, to Rice University in Texas, to Los Angeles, music has directed his path in life. The world class musicians that he worked with is too long to list here…
Three-time Grammy nominated singer, songwriter and producer best-known for writing “Could've Been”, a #1 Pop & AC hit recorded by Tiffany and Carrie Underwood as her American Idol debut.
Lois’ songs have 11 million in album sales and, her voice & songs have been featured on many TV themes, feature films, CDs with major artists, jingles and on six Platinum Walt Disney albums. Lois has toured the US with a variety of bands and also the Orient with Bob Hope’s USO shows.
One of those guys who knows everyone being a writer, producer, and plays multiple instruments. He was a member of the Turtles; recorded with Flo & Eddie, the Monkees, The Leaves, Harry Nilsson and has a book about his awesome music biz adventures with rock royalty: “The Most Famous Music You’ve Never Heard Of”.
A local favorite singing excellent material everyone loves. We’re always excited to have him perform with Dick & Jane.
A composer of TV and film, he’s an orchestrator, producer and arranger. He's toured or recorded with Henry Mancini, Bobby McFerrin, Ella Fitzgerald, Bernadette Peters, Luciano Pavarotti, Neil Sedaka, Timot B. Schmidt…too many to name here…
A pro singer and guitarist in the L.A. studio scene as well as high profile live gigs. He has sung with Neil Diamond and Ringo Starr, and was also featured in the movie, “UP”. Craig is sitting in this week at both Larkspur Grill and Jolene’s.
Local drummer living here in the Coachella Valley, comes with a long list of credible tours & recordings; David Crosby, Boz Scaggs, Brenda Russell, Christopher Cross, Phil Collins.
Accomplished bassist has performed or recorded with an astounding variety of artists, including Vince Gill, John Denver, Amy Grant, Colin Hay, Belinda Carlisle, the Mamas and Papas, Jesse Colin Young, Glenn Branca, John Oates, Richie Furay, LeeAnn Womack, Dave Alvin, The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Glenn Frey, Eric Marienthal, Jack Tempchin and Honk. Alan is currently a member of the popular Joe Cocker tribute band, “Mad Dogs And The Englishman”.
American rock musician/guitarist, best known for his 1978 gold status hit single "Magnet and Steel" from his second album release, “Not Shy”, produced by Egan, Lindsey Buckingham and Richard Dashut. The song reached #8 on the Billboard Hot 100 and #18 on the Easy Listening chart.
A long-time friend of Janis, Albina has been a session singer in L.A. for many years. These days she sings in the L.A. club circuit when she’s not using her other talents in designing clothes for pro ice skaters.
A multi-national award-winning songwriter/composer, has a vast resume of work with a huge range of styles; scored many interactive games including Jurassic Park, Scooby Doo, Jade Dynasty, songs for pop artists and major ads, and recent #1 songs on the international charts as an artist.
The guitarist for the Coachella Valley’s own “Desert Crows” brings brings an enthusiastic approach to his leads —his tones down to perfection, he’s a total draw.
As a keyboardist Jesse Harms has played with Sammy Hagar, REO Speedwagon, Eddie Money, Ry Cooder, David Lee Roth and John Hiatt. As a songwriter Jesse’s songs have appeared on 9 Gold Albums recorded by Heart ,Sammy Hagar, Patty Smyth, MSG, Bad English, Jonny Van Zant, Guitar Shorty as well as his Top Ten hit “ Walk On Water” recorded by Eddie Money. Jesse will perform a few of his own songs this week, including “Walk on Water.”
A veteran road singer known for her airy beautiful jazz quality tones. Some of her most fun tours were with Michael Bolton, Dirty Dancing with Merry Clayton and Eric Harmon, Pet Shop Boys, Righteous Brothers. Pat shares the stage these days with good pal pal Janis Liebhart in the Joe Cocker tribute band, “Mad Dogs And The Englishman”.
A huge resume but you’d know him from his many years as the keyboard player with The Bangles. He also toured with Air Supply, Connie Stevens, and has been composing for both film,TV, and theater productions nonstop for eons.
Saxophonist/clarinetist who has enjoyed an “avocational career” playing his reed instruments starting at a young age with his TV role as clarinetist in “Little Ricky’s Combo” on the “ I Love Lucy” show, Dinah Shore Show and others. He went on to write and had a hit record playing sax on “Beavershot” while in his high school band “The Periscopes”. He plays sax in “Zaremba”, a cover-rock band in Thousand Oaks, and was recently featured in “Metal Elvis”, an Elvis Presley tribute band.
An L.A. based, seasoned session singer well known for his fantastic range, vocal arranging, voiceover. and character abilities; he’s sung on a multitude of projects for Nickelodeon, MGM, Miramax, Disney; appeared on TV specials, live performance and also is an active music pastor.
A fixture here in the Coachella Valley. She has toured with Righteous Brothers, appeared with Michael MacDonald, Peter Tork, The Judds, BJ Thomas, and Crystal Gayle among others. She is known for her clear, high soulful tones and produces local artists.
She toured with Engelbert, The Righteous Brothers, Eric Carmen, Charlie Rich and the Dirty Dancing tour. She currently sings alongside Janis and Pat Hawk in the Joe Cocker tribute band, “Mad Dogs And The Englishman” these days she also designs for her fabulous floral design company, Lori’s Flowers.
Spent his early years in San Francisco playing drums for local acts. We’re glad he’s in town to join us this week playing vicious Congas. Try to stump him with a music trivia question…
A multi-instrumentalist, veteran of LA music scene, recorded with Richard Page, Martha Davis, Lee Oscar, Kiki Dee and many other projects in a wide variety of styles. He plays several guitars and a natural for harmonies and pulling songs out of a hat.
She toured with Motley Crue for their “Girls Tour” and “Dr. Feelgood” as well. She also toured Billy Idol, and Toto.You may even remember her for her long career as a featured singer on the Tomorrowland stage at Disneyland before touring! Nowadays she is the owner of the very popular catering and event planning company, “Bella Donna Special Events”.
A singer, writer, producer, and player, he and Janis worked together with Michael Bolton on tour in the 90’s. He has been credited as music director for Michael Bolton, Eartha Kitt, Liza Minnelli, Julio Iglesias, and is now appearing at the McAllum Theater this week with Barry Manilow, who he’s been touring with now for about a decade. Joey has a night off and wants to see his old friends Dick & Jane…you don’t want to miss him. He’s one of those guys with a resume three pages long—and deserves it!
A multi-talented singer, songwriter, keys player, having co-written songs with Lamont Dozier for Janet Jackson & Chaka Khan; his tours or recordings include Chaka, Michael Jackson, George Michael, and Michael McDonald. He’s currently touring with Dave Mason.
An international recording artist, songwriter, pianist and vocalist. She travels year round for her many engagements and regularly plays Copenhagen Jazz Festival, and has played here in the Palm Springs area for many years. Currently Linda can be seen at Backstreet Bistro in Palm Desert on Saturday afternoons.
A well known saxophonist, keyboardist, writer and vocalist. He’s toured nationally and internationally with renowned artists such as Donny Osmond, Michael Bolton, Prince, Alexander O’Neal, Richard Marx, Solo, and Oleta Adams.
Bob Schuster is a musical chameleon with decades of creating & performing original music in the recording studio for film, television and live stage. Some of his resume highlights are performing with The Coasters, Platters, Drifters, Shirelles, Jan & Dean, Bob Dylan, Michael McDonald, Patti LaBelle, Trisha Yearwood & Vince Gill … conducted shows for Rick Springfield, Buddy Greco, Lani Kazan and well, the list goes on. We knew of his band “The Hodads” so when he moved out here, which is recently, we connected - and voila!
Sharon (Va Va Voom) Sills has been entertaining audiences in Southern California, Las Vegas and Argentina for more than 3 decades. A must-see entertainer that will keep you wanting more. But CAUTION: SILLS KILLS!
