DARION (Lead Vocals)
Darion was born in Manhattan and currently resides on Long Island, New York. She began singing before she was able to walk and by the age of two, she would stand on the kitchen counter and sing Christmas carols to friends and family members. Although she began at an early age it wasn’t until later in life when someone close to her encouraged her to sing professionally.
She has worked with some great management in the past like Mark Puma (Twisted Sister) and Ron Alexenburg (Michael Jackson). With 2 solo CD’s under her belt, she has produced and recorded music for Rick Wake (Sony Records) and continues to produce and record her own music today. Her original music has been heard on WBAB, WBLI, Z100, WKTU, 98.5 The Bone, Party 105 and Party Orlando. She has been seen on VH1, News 12 and Extra. One of her original songs "Fly Away" was even considered for American Idol and has become a song of hope adopted by the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. An organization near and dear to her heart.
Under the guidance of SONY music vocal coach Don Lawrence, Darion is able to deliver a fabulous performance night after night and make it look effortless.
She has performed for and befriended such great people in the business as Josh Gracin (American Idol), Trans - Siberian Orchestra, Roger Earl (Foghat), Richie Blackmore ( Deep Purple / Rainbow), Neil Scheon & Jonathan Caine (Journey), Aaron Dilks (#1 Tour Manager), Kistina Kovac (X Factor – Russia), Derrick Pontier (Great White), Scott LaFlamme (Bang Tango), Rick Springfield, Richard Marx and of course Neil Geraldo and Pat Benatar.
With a Killer voice, confidence, attitude, insightful songwriting and recording skills Darion is truly a force to be reckoned with.
Check out her original music at https://www.reverbnation.com/darion2
SCOTT LAFLAMME - Lead Guitar (West Coast Band & Back UP)
Scott LaFlamme has a diverse style and stage persona which is obvious to everyone who watches a live performance. He is a gifted individual, with a natural born talent for his craft. Being a veteran of the stage and studio has brought Scott to realize his ultimate goal of leading his musical career to new heights, as well as offering his creative combination of technical guitar playing to audiences across the world. He has an extensive variety of artists as influences, ranging from The Beatles to bands of today, such as Ozzy Osbourne, Shinedown and Breaking Benjamin.
Scott LaFlamme's love of music surfaced during early childhood and has transcended through years of devotion as both a performer and teacher. Now having opened his own recording and teaching studio, LMI Studio, he is training new musicians and full bands to develop their talent. Scott’s playing ability is comprised of intricate musical theory and skill.
Scott LaFlamme is a dynamic performer who gives listeners a phenomenal live show. His tremendous talent shines through to all audiences who witness it. Scott is the former guitarist for “Bang Tango” which had given him the opportunity needed to create new songs on a national level, adding his talent and skill to the masses. Scott’s most recent projects include Super Troup, which includes members Chas West - Lead Vocals [formerly of Bonham, Lynch Mob, Foreigner], Derrick Pontier - Drums [formerly of Great White, Oz Fox, CC Deville], and Jason Cornwell – Bass [currently of Mr. Big’s Eric Martin]. Scott is also working in the studio with the band from England “Tiger Tailz” recording new material.
*** Scott has performed at the M3 Music Festival 2010, 2012 over 30,000,000 viewed live***
• Monsters of Rock Cruise 2012, 2013
• Over 400 tour dates in the U.S. & Overseas in 2010 - Present
• Support act for Queensryche, Whitesnake, Scorpions, Vince Neil, Slaughter, Kix, Loverboy, Lynch Mob, & more
• Halfway Jam Festival 2012 opening for Jackyl, 38 Special, Molly Hatchet, ZZ Top
• Active rotation on VH1 Classic, Sirius XM radio “Hair Nation” & “The Boneyard”
• WWW.SCOTTLAFLAMME.COM & WWW.LMISTUDIO.COM
Roger Capps - Bass (West Coast Band & Back Up)
A songwriter (“Hell is for Children”), collaborator, band-member, and producer; Roger served as the house bassist for New York City's legendary Catch A Rising Star comedy club in its groundbreaking 1970s heyday wherein he supported such iconic performers including Robin Williams, Shelley Ackerman, and Richard Belzer to cite a select few.
As a founding member of Pat Benatar's multi-platinum ensemble, Roger was among the first bassists to bridge hard-rock, pop, metal, and new wave with passages that exuded melody and rhythm.
Plying his craft via fretless, extended range, and the traditional four; Roger was twice recognized in CREEM's Top Ten Bassists of the Year Poll. Roger is a Rock n Roll Hall of Fame Nominee and one of the most humble, and gracious people in music.