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Bobby Angel
Guitar/Vocals
BOBBY ANGEL has lived two dangerous lives, one as a major market morning radio jock (LA and Sacramento) and the other as a versatile guitarist. Born and raised in NYC, Bobby was greatly inspired by his prominent musical family; his Mom and Dad having headlined their own orchestra, notably entertaining dignitaries for Presidents Kennedy, Nixon, Ford and Reagan.
Darren Lantello
Drums/Vocals
DARREN LANTELLO is the heartbeat of the ANGELS. At an early age Darren qualified to study under the best drummers in the Los Angeles area. Experienced in Rock, Blues & Jazz, he touts the importance of mastering the rudiments. As one notable record producer put it, "I always wished for a simple, steady drummer like Charlie Watts or Ringo Starr, now I've got one, Darren Lantello".
Stew O'Dell
Bass/Vocals
Stew or “BIG CARL” as his band mates refer to him affectionately hails from West Virginia. His remarkable bass talents have complemented successful rock groups The Revelers, Speakers of the House and New Orleans based Stellaluna whose sounds have graced MTV, Spike and VH-1. A dedicated pet lover Stew is also editor of one of the nation’s best pet magazines, “Dog Days in LA”.
Theresa Flaminio
Guitar/Keyboard/Vocals
Raised in the beautiful rolling hills of Pennsylvania, Theresa followed in her parent's footsteps: her Mother, a liturgical musician,inspired her musical talents and her Dad, an electrical engineer, supplied her with the genes necessary to deal with all the electronic gizmos that today’s performers must master. Her great looks are obviously a combination of both. She has won numerous musical awards as a writer/performer, including the “Best Song” VH1 Save the Music Award. As keyboardist for the all-women band Scarlett Fever she toured the free world backing mega-star Cee lo Green. Theresa earned her scholastic chops at Miami University of Ohio and Berklee College of Music. She also possesses a degree in Zoology, which should be helpful in dealing with her band mates. Her personal motto reads, “give music, give life”. Theresa rocks.
Oleg Ginzburg
Keyboard/Vocals
Like a young Mozart, history's first Rock Star, Oleg, born in Russia, breezed through piano and music theory and at 13 scored hits writing pop songs. His early successes led to Oleg becoming a full-fledged European Rock artist. Immigrating to the USA in the 90's he began his American music career by composing original music for the New York stage. Relocating to California in the 90's his keyboard talents have graced the stages of rock's hottest venues like the Roxy and the House of Blues. Along with being an "Angel" he remains a prolific composer and studio musician.
Jef Simon
Vocals
Jef has a BIG VOICE and he rocks! Born in NoHo CA he began his showbiz career like many do singing in a talent contest with his sister. Ever since, he’s been hooked, singing with a variety of top bands touring the globe. Europe, Iceland, The Mediterranean, The Tropics were among many successful stops during his exciting musical career. His versatile voice is heard on numerous demo’s for major songwriting concerns. Admirably Jef has entertained US troops overseas for The Navy Exchange Commission. Jef relates one of his most fascinating experiences when a Buddhist Priest overheard him rehearsing and said to him, “He had never heard a voice like his coming from any white man. And that he was greatly moved”. That remains Jef ‘s most favorite compliment.
Leah Zegar
Violin/Vocals
How did Leah Zeger get to Carnegie Hall? Practice! Born and raised in Houston Texas this attractive young artist comes from a family of classical musicians and has achieved top honors as a violinist Her vocal skills are well matched as she earned a BA in Operatic Performance at The University of Texas. So, how does a classically trained musician fair in the world of 50’s & 60’s Rock and Roll? Amazing. Her vocal on Patsy Cline’s “Crazy" is heartwarming and her violin leads on “Johnny B. Goode” bring the house down. And she really did play Carnegie Hall and she really did perform with Pearl Jam…She ROCKS.
Brett McLaughlin
Vocals
Brett was raised in Elvis Presley’s neck of the woods, beautiful Mississippi, and if you’re singing 50’s and 60’s Rock n’ Roll that’s a good thing. Upon earning a degree at Nashville’s famed Belmont U. in vocal performance, he was immediately invited to perform at Ryman Auditorium, historic home of the Grand Old Opry. At 19 he signed with EMI Music Publishing for which he writes, produces and performs with many major artists in today’s music industry. His energy on stage is high and his voice a must to hear.
Pat Hayes
Bass/Vocals
Angels’ bassist Pat Hayes(along with Grammy winner Mark Mancina) was a core member of the legendary LA 70’s rock band Handel performing at the same venues as Jimi Hendrix, the Buffalo Springfield and Bob Dylan. Experienced on stage and in the recording studio, plus winning numerous awards Pat brings the deep solid danceable backbeat to Bobby and the Angels. Asked how Pat accounted for his good fortune with musical chemistry, “Simple, God said let there be music”…and there it was.
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