Tom Sanders
Guitar & Vocals: Leader of The Known Unknowns, Tom started out as guitarist for The Albert Otis Band and then The Upsetters. Tom went on to lead The Hornets, a Southern New England premier Blues, Swing and R&B band for over 15 years. Tom has performed all over the Northeast and toured Europe with Sweet Daddy Cool Breeze. He is also the founder and former president of The CT Blues Society.
Jim Shepley
Guitar & Vocals: Jim performs with the musical "give it all you got" energy he has. He’s credited as a major early influence on Duane Allman (founder of the Allman Brothers Band). Jim’s shared the stage with many greats, including Gregg Allman, Lee Shot Williams, and Hank Ballard. Jim’s been on the CT music scene for many years and has performed in most major CT clubs.
Joe Elliot
Hammond Organ & Piano: Joe’s known as one of the most soulful organ players around. He’s paid his dues, with over a decade as a full time touring musician and many years on the local scene. Joe’s shimmering organ has filled out the sound with many of the top regional Rock and Blues bands, including The Hornets, Janet Ryan & Strait Up and Sweet Daddy Cool Breeze.
Greg Allen
Bass: Undoubtedly one of the finest bass players in Southern New England. Bass is Greg’s main instrument, he’s not a guitar player that plays bass. Greg played many years with CT favorite Chris Tofield & The Blues Benders, also Jr. Kraus & The Shakes and Erin Troy Danner & Hot Dallas.
Mark Schuyler
Drums: Mark has drummed with many of CT best Blues and Rock bands, including LA Jones & The Blues Messenger, The Mike Crandall Band and The Steady Rollers. Mark drives the band with rock solid timing. The combination of Mark and Greg make for an unbeatable rhythm section
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