As a big fan of "Neil" music since the '70's, it was only natural the I would adopt the role in doing the tribute band version of Neil Young & Crazy Horse. When I first learned to play guitar, It was Neil who had the most influence on my style. His lead work is so different from his contemporaries. Neil is also an incredible song-smith. This gives us plenty of material to put on a great show.
Born in New York and raised in the San Fernando Valley Bruce brings to "The Deal" his seasoned talent on bass. He states that among his influences are Paul McCartney, Chris Squire, Jack Bruce and Leland Sklar. He alternates between playing his classic white Rickenbacker 4001 and a cherry red Gibson/Epiphone. Interesting note about Bruce... he once upon a time auditioned as bassist for TV sensations "The Monkees."
A great guitar player and singer, Jim often plays with his own blues band and is in production on an original CD release. He can often be found tearing it up at local blues nights. He once was a member of Bobby Gentry's band ( ode to Billy Joe ) and has recorded with Steve Vai and has co-written songs with Eric Burdon. Jim has plenty of seasoning on those guit-fingers he toured extensivly during the 80's across the US and Canada.
Known for his "playing in the pocket", Bert has been drumming since '74. "Back when I was about 9 years of age, I heard Led Zeppelin on the radio and I knew right then I wanted to play a drumset." He sites artists such as Carmine Appice, Ralph Molina, John "Bonzo" Bonham, Jody Cortez, Buddy Rich and Neil Peart as his influences. Besides keeping it "real for the deal" he can be found performing Blues, Jazz and Rock at various L.A. and Orange County nightclubs.