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The rest, as they say, is history. GUITAR, SAXOPHONE, VOCALS – John Victor Colla was born July 2, 1952 in Sacramento, California and raised in Suisun City, California. He has the nickname of ‘Bad Boy’ and formed half of a distinguished Bay Area rock and roll brother act, with John Cipollina, (who passed away in 1989.) In 2002 Mario was quoted in the San Jose Mercury News, that his passion in life is to play music. LEAD VOCALS, HARMONICA – Huey was born a long time ago in New York City. I can think of worse jobs.” Colla secured his position in rock lore by penning such classics as “The Heart of Rock and Roll,” “The Power of Love,” and “If This Is It.”, Although still an integral part of The News (Huey and Johnny co-produced the band’s release, Plan B), Johnny embarked upon a solo career to expand his personal musical horizons.
Great band. It was also my first exposure to Robert Cray..(Who I also really dig) who opened for them in the mid eighties. BASS – Mario Cipollina was born November 10, 1954 in San Rafael, California. When Quicksilver broke up, Mario, who was 15 at the time, joined his brother in a band called ‘Copperhead’ – but just before the band signed a record deal, his parents forced him to quit. Huey Lewis & the News continues to tour to this day; however, the lineup has changed significantly since the band's heyday. TENOR SAX – Rob Sudduth is a Sonoma County native, a saxophonist whose direct, soulful style is the result of his experience in San Francisco’s eclectic music scene and years working in New York City’s dynamic environment. Remember that bass player from Huey Lewis who wore sunglasses and always had a cig.
You can change your choices at any time by visiting Your Privacy Controls. Quotes displayed in real-time or delayed by at least 15 minutes. He earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Music at San Francisco State University, and plays soprano, alto, tenor, baritone saxes and flute. He brings the honesty of the blues to jazz, and the swing and melodic conception of Jazz to blues music, without compromising the essence of either. During his time in NYC he frequently performed in the Tony-winning Billy Joel/Twyla Tharp prouction on Broadway, Movin’ Out and also the orchestras for Grease and Hairspray during their Broadway runs. Eight years later his dream of being a permanent member became a reality. Chris Hayes? Ron attended school in the San Francisco Bay Area and played in his junior high and high school bands. After joining the band John lived in the Bay Area for four years. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, You must log in or register to reply here. 'Major change' in Bay Area weather forecast for Friday. Ron indicated that while growing up, he attended a Baptist church, and although he did not sing in the choir or play an instrument, it “most definitely” had an influence on his musical career as did teachers and older friends. Huey Lewis & the News had a string of hits in the 1980s, including "The Power of Love" and "I Want a New Drug.". I also remember seeing him play a few Hamer Specials back in the day. Chris comes from a musical family, but as Huey says, “…he’s the pick of the litter!” His sister, Bonnie Hayes, is a celebrated Bay Area singer-songwriter and band leader and brother Kevin Hayes, who sometimes jams with Bonnie too, plays drums with the Robert Cray Band. He started playing the clarinet and saxophone at age 13. Experts say there will be more pandemics—but you can... SF Mayor Breed pauses some openings with uptick in cases, Study: Severe COVID-19 cases may age brain by 10 years, Iconic SF skyscraper sells for the first time ever, Maps: Here's where the power is out in California. i thought they were a DAMN GOOD band, in an era full of new wave and metal, those guys did it old school. The reason(s) for him leaving were unclear for a long time, because no official statement helped to explain. AND put on a great live show too. TENOR SAXOPHONE – The “Reverend” Ron Stallings was born December 2 in Oakland, California. All the while during treatment he continued to tour with Huey and The News whenever his condition would allow. He wants to go to treatment right away.". Chris was a solid player with chops and musical knowledge to spare who knew a good gig when he saw one! A former U.S. Forest Service firefighter, he has traveled extensively and covered a wide variety of issues during his career, including the Beijing Olympics, Hurricane Katrina, illegal American tourism in Cuba and a 40-day cross country car trip commemorating the history of automobile travel in America. Like their music or not, but you can't deny the talent of Huey Lewis and/or the News. Market data provided by Factset. BASS – John Pierce has been the bass player for Huey Lewis and the News since 1994. In September 1996, he was arrested after Novato police said they found heroin, methamphetamine, a knife and a revolver in his possession during a traffic stop. Good band, solid pop songwriting.