Band Bios and such
Here a liite bit more about us!
A Band at random? ... or with a purpose?
Reverb Deluxe was formed pretty deliberately.
It is kind a of crazy story and just shows how small the world really is. Wild Bill had this idea to pause some other projects in other genres and take the advice of his best girl. This was "Honey, You really should do more country, it's probably what you do best." That made a lot sense and a return to the roots of American music seemed needed in the ILM area. So the job of forming a real honky-tonk country based band with enough range to handle fan favorites in Southern Rock etc. with a few other danceable surprises thrown was laid out.
Sooo.. Bill got in touch with Randy F. who simply said "Yeah let's do this!" "Mongo Like..." The Wilmington area needs an electric, high energy real-deal country band. Now, Randy is kind of known 'round here for country and is a founder of country bands like Chillin' Dixie as well as Trainwreck and Longshot . Well that was easy and we just went from a solo act to an ensemble.
OK, so knowing this band will need a solid drummer with vocals... Bill called up "Bad" Brad. Bill and Brad had played in a couple of bands the last few years with Bill on bass. Brad, being a veteran of local acts such as Rose Hill Resurrection, Uncle Hairy, The Other Guys, and more, was finishing up another project and being a true gentleman said " OK , sounds like a plan" So now with lead vocals , backing vocals, bass, and drums quickly nailed down... what to do for another artist than can add the right sound?
Hmmm.. well there is a guy who could do it. We need twangy, spanky, tones, hot licks, and the ability to add some muciality beyond just guiar leads but like the fiddle parts and some steel guitar parts. Shoot! who can do that??
So, Randy called Jeff Bell, having played with him in the past, he knew he could do it! Jeff has played for years in many different Wilamingtom bands, all of them top notch.
So that's all right? Nope! It gets even better! Randy called up Sarah Bordeaux, and said how'd you like to do some singing with a country group again? Well SArah said "Sure!" and came on out and turns out she and Bill have played together at teh old Amuzu! Well that did it. Sarah bring a specail voice to the band and really brings the teh lead vocals to the next level.
So there ya go, turns out we all played with different bands together! We are joining forces and talents to lay down some smokin' hot songs, in all best places in the local area. We always will bring the party and as a good friend of mine aways says "Stay Thirsty!!"
Bill McMullen
Lead vocals, guitar and driver of the Winnebago
"Wild" Bill has been playing local and regional venues across the Carolinas since 1991. A versatile all-round musician and vocalist he brings his own unique style to a wide range of genres . When he hits the stage he always engages the crowd and and croon with the best of 'em.
Sarah Bordeaux
Lead Vocals, Backing Vocals,
Sarah really is a feature of the band. She brings her interpretation of classic singers like Patsy Claine, Ella Langley, Linda Ronstadt, Jo Dee Messina and many more. She elevates the sound on every song we do and also brings that little something extra that';s hard ot explain. You just have to hear her, don't miss out!
Jeff Bell
Lead Guitar and Vocals
Jeff has been playing professionally in the area since his early 20s and there are just too many local acts he has been a part of to list here. Covering ALL the the hot Tele licks as well many other instruments, Jeff brings the kind sound and showmanship that comes from years playing for every type of crowd. Musicianship, lead vocals and harmonies, this guy can do it all!
Randy Fisher
Bass and Vocals
Randy "Mongo" Fisher, just like the rest of the band is a veteran of many successful local acts and bridges the rhythm and melody of the group. He's a workhorse on bass and vocals and arguably he may be the "most" country of the whole group. He keeps the whole show swinging. Randy was born to boogie!
Brad Dean
Drums, Percussion and Vocals
"Bad" Brad has been on local music scene for many years and may different musical endeavors. He is always known for great timing, precise tempo and tasty fills. In addition being the foundation of the bands rhythm, he sings as well and adds an extra "kick" to to all our shows!