--GEO- VOCALS, GUITARS, KEYBOARDS, BASS--

For Geo it starts as a young kid telling bad jokes, working some lame magic tricks and doing an Elvis imitation. He knew early on that he was doomed to a life in show business. Geo was born in Albany and raised in a large Irish Catholic family, two things from which he has never fully recovered.

Geo currently teachs music in three Catholic elementary schools in Albany.

Geo has performed and recorded with Stereo X, Four Walls, Ton of Bricks, MD4, Kick and the Shins and The Get Go.

With Geo and the Komrades he has tried to bring together a collection of great songs for dancing or just listening. Geo trys not to rely on the overplayed standards, instead looks for hidden gems that leaves even long time fans with something new.

INFLUENCES: The Beatles, Elvis Presley, Elvis Costello, Sinatra, The Ramones, Will Lee, Tony Levin , The Yankees

EQUIPMENT: Geo playsTaylor and Takamine acoustic guitars. Geo's electric guitars include Washburn IDOL64DL , Fender American Stratocaster and a 1969 Fender Mustang. He uses Vox and Carvin guitar amps and plays his1968 Fender Precision Bass through a Gallen Kruger Head , Hartke and EV cabinets . He also uses Yamaha Keyboard and plucks away at his
Oscar Schmidt (by Washburn)
ukulele waiting for an endorsment deal from Washburn.

Website: Geo and the Komrades

--KEN MARCHESANI- DRUMS AND PERCUSSION--

The next time you’re driving through the Catskill Mountains and you think you hear the sound of thunder, don’t roll up the windows it may just be the rumbling of drums. Those drums you hear belong to Ken Marchesani of Geo and the komrades.

Ken is a native of the Catskill area and has been drumming for more than 25 years. He has performed and recorded with John Anese, Second Chance, White, Hot and Blue, MD4, The Heat, Solid Ground and is currently playing drums with The Digits. Check the links page for more info on The Digits. Ken is a dynamic performer and a versatile stylist known for his jaw dropping solos and technical prowess.

Ken has occupied the drum chair for the band full time for the last three years and also works with Geo on his acoustic show. Well it’s starting to rain, better go roll up the windows.

INFLUENCES: The Beatles/Ringo Starr, Buddy Rich, Dennis Chambers, John Bonham, Keith Moon and
Terry Bozzio, and classic horror films.

EQUIPMENT: Ken prefers a combination of Pearl and Ludwig drums, Zildjian cymbals, LP and Remo hand percussion products but is known to tap out a rhythm on just about anything.

Website: THE DIGITS w/KENNY

--NICK BISANZ- BASS , GUITAR AND VOCALS--

Nick hails from Po-town and made
his way up the muddy and historic Hudson river to Albany. Nick joined the show in spring of 2005
and has been here since. I'll let him tell you the sorid details
of his misspent youth.
"Maybe it's the in the water ,or it's the people of Nick's hometown of
Poughkeepsie that made him what he is today, but you can always be sure of a
solid gig with Nick on board.Growing up on a steady diet of 70's
pop,rock,funk, and then new wave, metal and indie underground, it was only
natural for Nick to act out these mutations of music. Before locating to
Albany in 1995,Nick labored on lead and Rhythm guitar with artists such as
John Devries and Mark Lafalce of Agitpop, and the Doverboys. He also did a
tour as lead guitarist for Grammy Award winning producer/songwriter Joe
Henry. Nick has opened for acts such as Bob Dylan,Glen
Frey,fIREHOSE,Murphy's Law,Blotto,and Buddy Cage.Nick began adding Bass
Guitar to his repetoire in 2003 when realizing that he would actually work
more as a bassist.Since joining the band in Spring 2005,his life has been
utter bliss! When not Holding down the bass chair and providing the
occasional comic foil for Geo and the Komrades, Nick can be found on/in the
golf course,pub,internet,doghouse,or Poughkeepsie.

IMFLUENCES: Beatles,Love,Motorhead,AC/DC,
The Who, NRBQ, Encounter Groups,
The NY METS


EQUIPMENT: Fender Geddy Lee Model Jazz Bass,-Fender Mustang
Bass, Gibson Les Paul, Fender Thinline Telecaster, Ashdown Amps, Peavey Cabs, Music Man Amps,
Bassstrings-Rotosounds of course!

Website: NICK'S WEBSITE

--AUXILIARY KOMRADES--

GARY 7 (NOWIK) - DRUMS
Gary use to hold the drum chair full time in the early years. He fills in occasionally and is in high demand in the jazz and social event
circles.

DAN DeFILIPPS-DRUMS/VOCALS
Dan has helped fill the drum chair on several occasions. He comes from the Rant unt Rave connection, has a filthy mind and does an awsome Rick Flair imatation.

ANDY HEARN- DRUMS
Andy has come to our rescue on occassion and provided rock steady beat. Andy can be seen with several musical outfits in the area.

JEFF ELLIS- DRUMS
Jeff is the friendly face at Parkway Music's P.A. dept. An excellent drummer and the keeper of jokes.

DAVE KALLED-DRUMS
Dave is the late great drummer and original member of the Get Go and is still missed dearly.

TOMMY WILEY-GUITAR, VOCALS
Tommy was an original member of both THE GET GO
and GEO and the KOMRADES. He still makes an occassional apperence on guitar with the band.

ROD CHOPPY-GUITAR, VOCALS
Rod has subbed on guitar when I played bass in the trio line up.
That was difficult to cover all the parts on that gig, and Rod did an outstanding job.


TOM BEHAN-GUITAR, BANJO, SLIDE GUITAR AND ELECTRIC SITAR
Tom has filled out the acoustic line up with his many ablities. Tom was also responsible for the initial set up of the web site
Tom plays with the Boothill Band, check out their web site thru the links page.

BRIAN FITZPATRICK- GUITAR , VOCALS
Brian began working with the band in spring of 2005. He came highly recommend and did not disappoint. A veteran of many musical outfits and fan of the Beatles, he was instantly accepted.

MIKE TREMONTI-GUITAR
Mike has filled the lead guitar chair for the band on several occasions. Mike's fluid style blends well with the band
and he is an excellent jazz player.

JIMMY KELLY- DRUMS, GUITAR VOCALS
What else can I say about Jimmy that hasen't already been said in the police blotter? Jimmy has helped out on drums and filled out the acoustic duo on guitar ..Check the links to learn more about his show.

BOBBY VAN DETTA-GUITAR, BASS AND VOCALS
Bobby does every thing so well that I'm jealous but I'm also petty. Learn more about Bobby at the links page.