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Bob Seeley - Keyboards & Vocals A local boy, Bob grew up in Tacoma and graduated from Lakes High School. A self taught musician, he was the featured pianist and student music arranger for the Olympic College stage band. He toured the country with Vocal Point Show band for several years until settling down in Des Moines. Bob brings his experience and teaching skill to his role as vocal director for the dogs. He has also been the band leader of several local groups over the years including Jam Pact, Funaddicts and Bobby Sox & the Jukebox. Bob adds, "I have one surviving son and I'm still happily single. I am in good health with all my teeth and no known transmittable diseases."
Brad Miller - Guitar & Vocals As cofounder of the Northwest band, "City Zu", Brad has had a long history of musical experiences, opening for such acts as: The Who, The Beach Boys, The Byrds, The Yardbirds, Sly and the Family Stone and many more. Signed to Columbia / Dot Records, The City Zu received a musical education playing alongside members of the Wrecking Crew, The Knickerbockers, and Glen Campbell who penned Zu's first release, "Give a Little Bit". Brad went on to form his own group, "Fat Chance", and had the pleasure of backing or opening for Bo Diddley, Earth, Wind, and Fire, Steppenwolf, along with other notable acts. Now a member of Big Dog Revue, Brad reports "...having a great time with these talented Musicians."
Frank Heye - Drums Frank is a friendly and gregarious player who likes to be a wise guy and throw you a jab every once in awhile. However, when asked to provide some biographic ideas he led with: I..."Used to play music 6 nights/week. Now...not so much." Frank totally omitted details like: His music study at North Texas State; His skills and success not only as an accomplished drummer but also as a Vibraphonist; He can tell the guitar players what notes they are playing in a chord; and in addition to teaching percussion for a number of years, he has been a solid member of the BDR pack for the last 20+ years!
Gene Laukkonen - Soprano, Tenor, Baritone Sax & Vocals In 1977 Gene dropped out of college to go on the road with a rock band. He spent the next seven years living out of a suitcase playing with show and dance bands. On the last trip he teamed up with Paul and they've been playing together off and on since.
After returning to Seattle Gene played with various bands including Freddie Pink and the Hightops, and Sparky and the Starfires. In 1999 he found a home the Bigdogs and continues to sub for other sax players that need a night off.
" What a joy it is to play with the Rescue Horns!"
Glen Decker - Bass Guitar & Vocals Glen's first brush with music was via his dad's old Sears brand C-Melody saxophone that was ...um...worn. Both Glen and that horn were the bain of his 7th grade music teacher. Later, better horns and better teachers kept Glen in concert and marching bands through school including 4 years at Central Michigan Univ. In high school he added Guitar to his list of playables and, later, Bass guitar - his ultimate love. Being from Michigan, he is primarily a Motown - R&B fan, though he played in NW country bands on the road and locally for 20+ years. "Music and 25 years as a 'Big Dog' has been good to me and taught me that: *The correct number of basses to own = n + 1; *It's better to be kind than right; *We're all doing the best we can, and... *The groove is everything".
Paul Fessenden - Alto, Tenor Sax & Vocals Paul has been playing saxophone in the Seattle area for a greater part of 40 years. He has played in many local bands such as Freddy Pink, Dix Deluxe, Groove Kings, Jim Brady Band and The Fenderskirts. He has been on stage with National Acts such as Sly Stone, Mavis Staples, Lenny Williams and opening for Romeo Void at the Colliseum. Paul Brings to Big Dog Revue his exciting saxophone sound and solo abilities, in addition to his vocal talent.
Steve Mraz - Trumpet, Flugelhorn & Vocals Steve is a long time Washingtonian and former Cruise ship musician. As a Cruise ship musician he has played for many stars from Charo to Cab Calloway, and with groups from the Platters to the Temptations. Steve enjoys regular walks locally and teaching music at the Overlake School. Steve is a great player and talent...he's the high note frosting on the BDR Rescue Horns sonic cake!
"we each have our special tale."