THE SHOW  *  THE BANDSIDESHOW  *  MUSIC SAMPLES

* * BILL BRUCE * *

BILL BRUCE has been involved in the Music and Video fields for over 20 years working with such diverse acts as Husker Du, Yanni, Paul Robb of Information Society and Brother Sun Sister Moon.  He has produced videos for MTV, NIKE and Governor Jesse Ventura's Music Video "The Body Rules".  You can hear Bill's musical influences from such artists as The Beatles, David Bowie, Peter Gabriel, Pink Floyd, Iggy Pop and the German Electronic music scene. 

Bill's collaborators include:

MARK ORION - Lead Guitar

Mark has played lead guitar on many of Bill's studio projects.  In the late 70's and early 80's he was with the Minneapolis glam rock band "Straight Up,"  which also featured Yanni on keyboards and lead singer Xeno from Cheap Trick and Bad Boy.  Mark's last Mpls project was as songwriter and guitarist for Jesse Ventura's band "The Soldiers of Fortune."

JOEL ENGLUND - Drums

Life long musician and percussionist, over 30 years, Joel is also versed in guitar and keyboards.  Joel has been involved in the recording industry over 20 years and owns his own digital / audio studio.  Most recently Joel has played drums in the rock group Damsel.

MARI HARRIS - Backup Vocals 

Dynamic, energetic, talented and fun, Mari Harris' vocals soar out of her like an eagle in flight!  This award-winning singer/songwriter/actress travels the world doing two things that she loves best: making music and having fun! 

DRAKE DEXTER - Bass Guitar

Guitarist, bassist, composer...from the 80's to the 90's.  Drake worked with heroes Albert King and Albert Collins.  He is a First Avenue veteran opening for acts like Living Colour.  Music - An expression of heart and soul!  When it comes to Bill Bruce: "Listen to the message.  It's REAL!" 

JOSH GUNDERSON - Keyboards

Multi-instrumentalist and songwriter, Josh currently plays with several local bands including Mr. butter and The Soiled.

THOMASINA - Back Up Vocals

This multifaceted singer/songwriter is better known for her theatrics around the Twin Cities area.  Her soon to be released CD features "Shake Your Body," a single available this fall.  Her full length CD will be available in 2000.  Look for her in record stores and night clubs!

THE SHOW  *  THE BANDSIDESHOW  *  MUSIC SAMPLES

Email:  Billb@visi.com for more information.

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