Mike Ryan
Bass
Mike is an accomplished bass player, deeply rooted in the vibrant Chicagoland music scene. His diverse repertoire encompasses R&B, Funk, Soul, Country, and Rock, showcasing his versatility across genres. With years of experience, he has become a sought-after player, delivering performances that resonate with audiences far and wide. Some former bands include JT & the Tomcats, Buster Keatz, The Wisemen and the Liberty Showcase Theatre Group. He is currently performing with Gritland, Better with Bacon, and can be seen sometimes playing with Mitch The Lip & Side Hustle
Stan Dembowski
Guitar/Vocals
Stan has followed a lifelong journey of musical exploration with a deep-rooted passion for music, song writing, and experimentation. He’s written, recorded, and covered hundreds of songs spanning Rock, Pop, and Americana genres. Throughout the years, he continues to hone his craft with a love and dedication to “the song,” while remembering to “play” with music. This musical journey led him to play with a wide variety of amazing Northern Illinois bands such as Nude Buddha, Michael Heaton Band, The Silverfish, Red Woody, and Gina Gonzalez and the Wingmen. These bands have had the honor to open for known artists such as Charlie Daniels, George Satellites, and Vertical Horizon. Stan has graced the stage of many great Chicagoland venues, including iconic spots like House of Blues, The Cubby Bear, Frankie’s Blue Room, and The Elbo Room. In addition to these clubs, Stan has played numerous Lake and Kane County summer fests including The Mix’s (WTMX) “Parking Lot Party.” When not gigging Stan enjoys releasing original music for his friends and the world. Check him out in his other rockin' band, "The Sociables".
Heather Moran
Vocals
Heather studied opera at Carnegie-Mellon and the University of Colorado. She eventually returned to Chicago to earn a BA in theater from Columbia College. She spent 15 years in the city, honing her jazz chops with some of Chicago's most elite musicians. There has been a large and eclectic range of different venues, some including: The Odyssey Cruise ship, The Metropolitan Room in NYC, San Francisco’s Empire Plush Room, The Green Mill, Drury Lane Water Tower, Katerina’s, The Hibiscus in NJ, Backstage Bar in Pittsburgh, Grant Park, Andy’s Jazz, Park West, The Acorn Theater in Michigan's Three Oaks, The Field Museum, Davenports, Gold Star Sardine Bar, Martyr's and many other venues. A few years ago, she was honored to open for Bob Newhart with a full jazz orchestra to a sold-out crowd at the historical Chicago Theater. Now Heather spends her time entertaining in the Lake County area. She regularly performs a vocal/guitar duo called Gritman&Moran with Steve Gritman at venues like Strawberry Moon, Lindy’s Landing, Main Street Outfitter, The Grove, Sunset Grill, Hey Nonny, Vault 232, Sunset Pavilion and The Bottle Shop in Lake Geneva. She can’t dance. Don’t ask her.
Sal Canzone
Drums
Born and raised in Chicago, Illinois, Sal began playing drums at age 10. He started his professional career at age 16 and studied music at the American Conservatory. He has performed across the US and in Canada and Japan with shows of every musical genre. He also worked with blues legend Big Joe Turner, Mama Thorton, George “Harmonica” Smith and Pee Wee Crayton, under the musical direction of Doug MacLeod. He was the bandleader of the Desert Rock and Soul revue, in Palm Springs, California. He serves as a musical director with Soundtracks of a Generation in the Chicagoland area, where he currently resides.
Christopher Grant
Guitar/Fiddle
Christopher Grant can also be seen playing in multiple other bands, including "Wheels North". He melts faces with his telecaster and fiddle talents. He is a rare diamond and he completes us.