Biography Hawaii

Kohomua - Hawaiian Reggae, Wailuku
www.myspace.com/wwwmyspacekohomuacom
- Played with the popular reggae group at a private event in Makawao .

Steve Grimes - guitarist, songwriter, radio deejay, luthier
Steve has crafted guitars for George Benson , Keola Beamer , Walter Becker of Steely Dan , Steve Miller , Barry Flanagan of Hapa , Willie Nelson , Pat Simmons of the Doobie Brothers , Jazz Laureate Larry Coryell , and many other top world guitarists.
www.grimesguitars.com
- Played with Steve and his group, Mojo Gumbo at the opening of the 2007 Maui Film Festival at the Maui Community Center in Kahului, and at The Stopwatch in Makawao. Also performed with Steve in the Mana'o Radio Roadshow Orchestra.

The Mana'o Radio Roadshow Orchestra - a group of talented musicians associated with listener-supported Mana'o Radio, 91.5 FM, co-founded by the late Barry Shannon and actress/comedienne Kathy "Tita" Collins.
www.manaoradio.com
-Played a number of times with the Roadshow at Charley's in Paia, a favorite hangout of Willie Nelson . The show is broadcast live on 91.5 FM, and worldwide on the web.

Robbie Ray - guitarist, radio deejay
- Played with Robbie as a duo at a number of local venues, including a benefit concert featuring well-known Hawai'ian artist Keali'i Reichel , at a day-long music workshop for young people with legendary percussionist, Emil Richards , in The Mana'o Radio Roadshow Orchestra, Rio Ritmo and The Cocoland Jazz Band.

Dr. Nat , aka: Nathan Ehrlich, ND - singer/guitarist/ percussionist/deejay/natural health practicioner
www.drnat.com
- Played with Dr. Nat at the Four Seasons, and with his group, Rio Ritmo , at Casanova's in Makawao and at private events.

Teri Garrison - singer/songwriter/guitarist
Teri has performed with or opened for--among others-- Willie Nelson , David Lindley , Jeff "Skunk" Baxter of the Doobie Brothers , Robben Ford , Howie Mandell , Leon Russell , The Fabulous Thunderbirds , Dr. Wayne Dyer , Tony Robbins and Bonnie Raitt . Her current CD, "The Eyes", was released on Willie Nelson's new record label, Pedernales, and includes harmonies by Willie, and two new songs written by Randy Travis .
www.terigarrison.com
- Played a number of times with Teri at McGillycudy's in Kihei.

Rick has performed and recorded with the following artists since relocating to Maui. Also included are venues where he has performed. Click on the website links to view the artists, organizations, and venues. The websites include the artists' available recordings, bios and performance information.

The Classic Knights (aka: The Country Knights Band )
Herb Andrews, Rob Loney and Jon Melia form the core of this talented group. Their CD, The Country Knights Ban d , includes contributions from two former Bay Area musicians Rick already has ties to: singer/songwriter Steve Sargenti and keyboardist Gilbert Emata .
www.thecountryknightsband.com
-Played with the band at a number of private events in Wailea and Ka'anapali.

Earl Sundance - songwriter/singer/teacher/activist
- Played with Earl and his band, Buffalo Nation at the release party for his new CD at Borders Bookstore, Martin Luther King Day Celebrations, and a benefit for the Maui Dharma Center.
www.earlsundance.com

Raphael - composer/keyboardist
Raphael is an international performer, best known for his CD, The Calling , which combines Hawaiian chants with lush harmonies and the sounds of nature.
www.kahuarecords.com
- Recorded several tracks at Raphael's studio for current and future CD projects.

Michael Kollwitz - Chapman Stick
Michael is a friend and contemporary of Chapman Stick player Bob Culbertson , with whom Rick previously performed. Michael was recently featured on the cover of Maui Time Weekly (see photo at left).
www.michaelkollwitz.com
- Played with Michael at a number of private events in Wailea and Ka'anapali.

Played with Branscombe and his group of highly talented musicians at the Grand Wailea, with special guests, Patrick Simmons and Kahale of Lawa.

Patrick Simmons - singer/songwriter/guitarist
Patrick is a founding member of the legendary rock band, The Doobie Brothers .
www.doobiebrothers.net/biography/patrick-simmons/

Kahale - vocalist
Kahale is the lead singer of Lawa , voted Maui's best rock band of 2007. Lawa recently played a command performance at the Playboy Mansion.
www.mauilawa.com

Katja Rieckermann - tenor saxophonist
Katja tours regularly with Rod Stewart and with Renegade Posse . She has played with Brooks and Dunn , Al Green , Carole King , David Foster , Reba McEntire , Johnny Lang , Tom Scott , The Scorpions , and Randy Newman , among others.
www.katjarieckermann.com

Ricky Cosentino - percussionist, vocalist
Ricky toured with the rock group Ambrosia as a replacement lead singer, and plays with brother Tommy and fellow Posse member, Cary Park , in the highly acclaimed Monkees tribute band: The Missing Links . He has also performed with War , Gary Wright , The Commodores , the Edgar Winter Group , and Earth, Wind and Fire .
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Cary Park - guitarist
Cary is a top LA session guitartist and founding member of the 90's rock-country group, Boy Howdy . He has played or recorded with Bruce Hornsby , Jim Messina (Loggins and Messina), Randy Meisner (Eagles), Deanna Carter (on her platinum single: Did I Shave My Legs For This?), LeAnn Rimes , Olivia Newton-John , and Joe Rogan , among others. He is a member of The Missing Links with the Cosentino brothers, and tours regularly with the Renegade Posse . -

Tommy Cosentino - keyboardist, vocalist
Tommy has played with REO Speedwagon , Kool and the Gang , and Earth, Wind and Fire . He is currently the music director and a touring member of Renegade Posse .
www.geocities.com/missinglinksmonkeestribute/The_Missing_Links.html -

George Pandis - trumpet
George has played with jazz great Larry Carlton , conductor Lalo Schrifrin , Heatwave , Wild Cherry , Deniece Williams , Bloodstone , Al Wilson , Peaches and Herb , The Intruders and Malo , to name a few. Along with being a regular member of Renegade Posse , he currently performs with his own group, Porterhouse Bob , along with Rick's former Mondo Hotpants Orchestra bandmate, drummer Mitch Montrose.
www.porterhousebob.com -

Joe Iaquito - bass guitarist, vocalist
Joe has played with Billy Preston , Stephen Bishop , Rita Coolidge , Wayne Newton , Doug Kershaw , and Jeff "Skunk" Baxter , among others. He currently performs with his own band, PCH , as well as being a touring member of Renegade Posse .
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Duane Michaels - fiddle
Duane has played with Ray Price and Emmy Lou Harris , and opened for Elvis Presley . He is a long-time member of Renegade Posse , and currently performs with Billy Hill and the Hillbillies at Disneyland's Golden Horseshoe Saloon .
www.jansworld.net/billy_hill/3_duanes_page.htm

Borrina Mapaka - singer/composer/dancer/producer
Borrina was born in Brazzaville, Congo, but currently resides in Paris, France where he writes and records original music in his own studio. He is also a member of the African dance troup, Compagnie Ebene , founded by Irene Tassembedo .
www.borrinamapaka.com
- Performed with Borrina and friends at Marc Aurel Cafe in Wailuku.

Branscombe Richmond - actor, producer, entertainer
Host/co-producer of Good Morning Hawai'i , star of the Lorenzo Lamas classic TV show, Renegade ("Bobby Sixkiller"), and co-star of movies like Scorpion King with The Rock and Forgetting Sarah Marshall with British comedian Russell Brand .

Alice Cooper - rock vocalist
www.alicecooper.com
- Played with Alice at a benefit for the Maui Film Festival held at his new Maui restaurant, Mala, co-owned with Clint Eastwood and celebrity chef Mark Ellman .

Mick Fleetwood - drummer
Mick co-founded the group, Fleetwood Mac which included bandmates Lindsay Buckingham , Stevie Nicks and Christine McVie . He more recently founded the Island Rumours Band on Maui which features Willie K and Eric Gilliam of Barefoot Natives .
www.mickfleetwood.com
- Played with Mick at the Maui Film Festival benefit hosted by Alice Cooper.

Joshua Alo - singer/songwriter/guitarist
Joshua writes and performs original reggae with a positive, spiritual message literally around the world. His first CD, Answer Your Calling , has garnered rave reviews.
www.joshuaalo.com
- Played with Joshua and The Ionz at Casanova's in Makawao, Giovanni's in Ka'anapali, Queen Ka'ahumanu center stage in Wailuku, and live on Mana'o Radio. Performance videos can be found on YouTube.

The Ionz - Hawaiian roots reggae
The Ionz are a group of highly talented and polished musicians who perform original music with a positive message. From Oahu, they have opened for a number of popular reggae artists, including Alpha Blondy.
www.myspace.com/ionzreggae
- Played with The Ionz during Joshua Alo's "Answer Your Calling" Tour and with Japanese Reggae artist Mikkle Lai's "Roots Candy" Tour. Performance videos can be found on YouTube.

Fulton Tashombe - pianist/vocalist/songwriter/conductor/arranger
Fulton has played with Natalie Cole , The Whispers , The O'Jays , Johnny "Guitar" Watson , and Emil Richards , among others.
www.tashombe.com
- Played with Fulton at a number of public and private events.

Antion Meredith - guitarist/writer/healer/singer
Antion, the former Vic Briggs, has played with rock legends Jimi Hendrix , Dusty Springfield , Rod Stewart and was a member of The Animals with Eric Burdon . Vic played lead guitar on their hit records, "San Francisco Nights", "Monterey" and "Sky Pilot", and performed with the band at the legendary Monterey Pop Festival.
www.antionmusic.com
- Played with Antion at Unity services and with his group, Mystic Ryder.

Lei 'ohu Ryder - singer/composer/educator
www.leiohuryder.com
- Played with Lei 'ohu at Unity services and a special Christmas Eve celebration.

Ken Stover - keyboardist/composer
Ken has performed with the legendary band Quicksilver Messenger Service .
- Play with Ken at Unity services and in the funk-rock group, Omar and the Soultones.

Adisa Omar Camara - singer/educator/spiritual teacher/activist
- Play with Omar at Unity services and in the funk-rock group, Omar and the Soultones.

Likkle Mai - singer
Likkle Mai is a wildly popular Japanese reggae and dub singer, internationally known for her high energy performances.
- Played with Likkle Mai on her Roots Candy tour. Performance videos can be found on YouTube.

Patrick Simmons - singer/songwriter/guitarist
Patrick is a founding member of the legendary rock band, The Doobie Brothers .
www.doobiebrothers.net/biography/patrick-simmons/