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Meet the Band

Ron Starr as Paul-Lead Vocals, Harmony Vocals, Guitar, Bass, Keyboard

Portraying Paul's boyish charm while providing commanding showmanship and an amazing recreation of McCartney's vocals, Ron captures the essence of Paul McCartney like no other tribute artist before him .Ron has entertained audiences worldwide from Las Vegas to Denmark and has starred in many off broadway musicals and numerous television appearances. Ron is also a graduate of the prestigious DePaul University College of Music where he majored in music performance, and performed in the orchestra, Jazz Ensemble I & II, and the Concert Band and Wind Ensemble.

Posessing a superior voice over his contemporaries, Ron first and foremost knows how to capture the Paul McCartney sound, and his capability as a front man brings the energy needed to the stage to bring Paul's music to life.

Performing on Guitar (acoustic and electric), lead and harmony vocals, some bass parts and on keyboards, we are confident that we have chosen the best person on the Chicago music scene for this fun tribute show!!!!

Karen Hart as Linda- Harmony Vocals, Keyboard, Rhythm Guitar

The other half of the founding duo of Wings was Linda McCartney. Karen Hart brings to the stage the infectious enthusiasm that was always evident during Linda's year's performing on stage with Paul. Karen's immense talent fill out the sweet harmonies that Band on the Run replicates so well. Karen learned to play the piano at age four and by age nine she was taking violin lessons while learning the guitar on her own. It didn’t take long for her to learn all the stringed instruments in the orchestra still working towards her true passion, rock music. Karen’s rock career started with a bang at the Rosemont Horizon in Wild Blue. Other groups she has loved rockin’ with include Cheap Dates, GUI, Nobody's Business, Beggar's Bridge, and DownLoad. In addition to playing in Band on the Run, she is also a current member of ZSharp (www.ZSharpChicago.com) and Battlefield (www.BenatarTributeShow.com).

Jim Workman- Lead Guitar, Harmony Vocals

Jim originally hails from the Sunshine State of Florida. Jim has performed with some big names around the Chicago rock scene like: the Bad Examples, The Kathy richardson band, and most recently, the Loose Screws. Jim brings a bright smile and a sizzling guitar sound to our show, as well as providing lead vocals and harmony. Please join us in welcoming our newest member of the band.

Pete Melody- Bass, Rhythm Guitar

Pete Melody is a true rock bassist with great stage presence and top notch precision on the instrument. Pete has performed with Karen Hart in Z-Sharp, as well as in FAQ, and many other modern rock / alternative bands throughout Chicago.

Gerry Sasso - Drums, Harmony Vocals, Lead Vocals

Gerry Sasso is best known for his many years of service with Danny and The Twister's, a popular 1950's and 60's rock and roll show. The "Twisters" entertained audiences throughout Chicago for over 20 years until their breakup in 2000.

Prior to that Gerry performed with another well known Chicago show, The "Fabulous Ambassador's". During his tenure with the Ambassador's Gerry backed up Chicago's most legendary Elvis impersonator Rick Saucedo. He then went on to backup perhaps the world's most famous Elvis Tribute artist, Trent Carlini. Gerry performed on all of Trent Carlini's studio albums. Gerry also works in an all original blues band as well as being a hairdresser full time.

Gerry is terrific at most any style of music, and has a passion for jazz, funk and blues. A solid timekeeper, he is the true musical backbone of the group.

Jim Teister-Ed Rusk-Chuck Sloka Horn Section

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