Meet the Band.
Ed Embrey- Ed is honored to play the part of Roger(Jim) McGuinn. Ed has been a huge McGuinn fan ever since hearing the chime of the Rick 12 string opening of Tambourine Man many years ago. Ed plays a 65 Rick 360,and a 370 with "Byrds circuitry" Ed is a veteran of tribute bands having played George Harrison for 7 years with Hard Days Night the Band, a Beatle tribute. To play Mcguinn has been his passion for some time, and he looks forward to doing this show with all the respect the music deserves!
Steve Arrington- Steve plays the part of David Crosby. Steve is excited to pay tribute to Rock’s "master of harmony", as well as recreating David’s mastery of the Gretsch guitar. Steve has played with a variety of well disciplined rock bands over the years, and finds this part to be the most challenging yet. Steve plays his parts on a true vintage 64 Gretsch Tennessean, and a Gretsch Country Gentleman, all through a Fender Super Reverb amp.
Will Newman- Will plays the part of the "handsome and golden voiced", Gene Clark. Will is a very talented singer, player, and a great song writer in his own right. Will has had a vast musical background with various groups, and played a very convincing John Lennon with a prominent Beatle tribute show. Will has formal training in music, as well as experience with playing the trumpet. (So you want to be a Rock and Roll Star?)
Mark Moehlenkamp: Mark plays the part of Drummer, Michael Clarke. After a stint at the Berklee College of Music, where he hung out and partied with REAL musicians, he returned home to get his education playing in a few regional bands. New to the "Tribute Band" format, Mark was a little skeptical at first, but has enjoyed the experience immensely. Mark has captured the spirit of the Byrd’s sound, and lays down the back beat that drives these great songs! He thanks his family and band mates for believing in his abilities as a musician, father, and, of course, a Byrd!
John Johnston - John plays the part of Chris Hillman. Like Hillman, John is new to the bass as well as the tribute band arena, but feels honored to represent a great musician such as Hillman along with playing the songs that redefined an era of music and our country. John’s musical background stems from a variety of talents mostly as a guitar player including his newest endeavor with playing the bass.