BAND BIO'S
RALPH - LEAD VOCALS & RHYTHM GUITAR
Learned via US GIs how to play guitar when he was 9. Taught himself how to play Drums, Piano and Bass throughout the years. When he was 14 he started writing his own Music. Had some success with his Band "Brandy's Pale", wining a National Record deal in Germany, where he was a pro musician for 5 years. Went to Australia, where he soon started the Band As Crows Fly, which is in its 13th year. His guitars are Epiphone, Hagstrom and a 12 string cretch and his Amp is a Peavey. |
ROB - DRUMS & PERCUSSION
Rob started playing piano was he was 4 and worked up to concerts and completed AMEB exams to grade 7 and VCE piano. He has always had an interest in drums and percussion generally and bought his 1st kit in his early 20’s . He joined his 1st band shortly after that which was a melodic originals band. - He changed bands a few times until he settled with a 3 piece band in Sydney that had some mild success. he joined As Crows Fly in early 2023 after connecting with Ralph. Plays mainly Gretch drums ans Sabian cymbals |
DALE - BASS GUITAR
Dale has a long history in music since learning to play saxophone in high school in the late 1970's Self taught on guitar, bass guitar and brass instruments. He has played semi professionally since the early 1980's in various cover and original groups all over Victoria. Now concentrating on bass guitar. Main instrument is a Gretsch White Falcon. Main amplification is G.R. Bass and Mesa Engineering. |
RYAN - LEAD GUITAR
Ryan began playing guitar age 11. Always having a love for music and guitar as his father brought him up around music, and was also a guitarist. He mainly plays classic rock/pub rock. His biggest inspirations are Jimi Hendrix, Billy Gibbons, Angus young, Joe Walsh and David Gilmour. Ryans stage gear: He loves the vintage and warm tones of the Marshall Plexi, which provide plenty of crunch and volume to fill any venue. The guitars he uses sometimes vary but the Gibson SG and Les Paul a |
CAROL - BACKING VOCALS
Carol’s musical journey began as a small child, being surrounded by musical people from all aspects of life. ·Her mothers’ family were Salvation Army therefore all types of instruments were being played, including Carol learning the piano from 9 until 15 years of age. Carol also sang lead alto in her country town’s junior choir. The choir competed in various eisteddfod’s which they often won. |
HEATHER - BACKING VOCALS
Heather grew up in a culture where singing was celebrated on many different occasionS and her Father was a very big inspiration. She pursued her own journey with singing and music by being an active part of many cultural performing groups within her New Zealand Maori Heritage. On her arrival to Australia, Heather . enjoyed the challenges of performing back up harmonies and lead vocals on a regular basis in local RSL’s, Pubs and at Rock n Roll festivals throughout Victoria. |
BEN - GUITAR
Ben is a passionate guitarist who embarked on a musical journey later in life. Born with a deep love for music, he regretfully postponed picking up the guitar due to demanding work commitments. However, when the strings finally resonated with his soul, there was no turning back. With determination and dedication, Ben embraced the late start, channeling his life experiences into every chord. He proves that it's never too late to follow your heart's calling and create beautiful music. Ben, having only played in cover bands before, is relishing the challenge and creative freedom of joining As Crows Fly and can’t wait to hit the stage with the gang. |