BIO'S

Leslee McKee

Lead Vocals, Backing Vocals, Acoustic Guitar, Harmonica, Percussion

Leslee is a veteran of the Twin Cities music scene, having performed with many bands locally and nationally during her 30+ year career. She has had the opportunity to open for many National acts such as Bachman Turner Overdrive, Little River Band, Little Feat, The Allman Brothers band, and Lynard Skynard, as well as local legends Peter Himmelman and Martin Zeller.

She has amassed considerable studio kudos recording with such respected musicians as Waddy Waytel and Michael Bland, as well as having the honor of a nomination for the Minnesota Music Awards for "Best R&B Recording” and for Blues Singer of the Year by the local "Blues News" paper while a member of a Minneapolis favorite, 11-piece horn band “Under Suspicion”.

Leslee is a seasoned professional with a rich, soulful vocal style, and a zest for stage performance.

John Lyell

Acoustic Guitar (6 & 12 String), Lapsteel, Backing Vocals, Percussion, Didjeridoo

As a guitarist and vocalist, John has performed in numerous original and cover rock bands in Minnesota and Los Angeles, California throughout his 30+ year career. Besides honing his guitar playing skills through live performance, he has developed a solid baritone voice and a high falsetto for singing great backup harmonies.

John has also had extensive studio recording experience beginning in 1990 with several recording sessions at "Paisley Park" Studios in Chanhassen, MN. He has also had his own project studio since 1996 where he writes, records, engineers & produces Instrumental Ambient Electronic, SpaceMusic, Acoustic & Rock music.

John is a seasoned professional as a player, performer and writer.