Meet The Band

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Sound Investment Band 

Paula Cappiello – Vocals/Keyboard/Percussion/Harp/Social Media

 

 

Paula studied music at the University of Maryland and has widespread experience performing with various bands both in the San Francisco Bay Area and the Central Coast, CA. Now she brings her vocal talents to Sound Investment.  Her lead singing and knack for harmonizing anytime, anywhere are part of what make up the core of Sound Investment’s vocals.  Paula also adds keyboard, harp and solid percussion to the mix.

Rob O’Sullivan – Drums/Percussion/Manager

Rob’s enthusiasm for drumming started with Big Band Jazz.  He has played at various jazz festivals including the Monterey and Greeley Jazz Festivals.  Rob has laid down the backbeat with various big bands, jazz combos, rock and fusion groups.   He now lays down the foundation for the sound that makes Sound Investment a Central Coast favorite.  

Richard Ramsey – Sax

Richard has been on the cutting edge of the Central Coast live music scene since moving to California in 1990 from Arizona. Richard has been featured in various groups throughout the area where he showcases his impressive talents and skills as a lead Saxophonist. He will capture your attention.

David Gonzales – Bass/Vocals

 

 

David loves making music. Ever since he was a child he loved to hum a melody and tap on things to make a beat. He was encouraged by his grandfather and his oldest brother to play music and he took their guidance and ran with it. He grew up in a small town in California learning to play in bands with his neighborhood friends. We could go on about all David’s experiences but we prefer to live in the moment of creation of his music and let him display his talent. David now brings strong vocals & solid bass lines to Sound Investment.

 

 

 

 

Randy Berry – Guitar/Vocals

Randy has been mastering his craft for years. He has enjoyed performing throughout California in both the live & studio music scene. Randy now provides the backbone that brings the crowds out to dance to the sights and sounds of Sound Investment.

Ron Labrie – Keys/Vocals/Musical Director

 

 

Ron’s from Fairhaven Massachusetts, studied classical piano for 11 years setting a solid foundation for his ongoing musical career. He was an original founder of the popular City Lights Band in the 80’s before coming to California in 1988, where he became musical director at a church in Morro Bay for the next 31-1/2 years. In addition to other projects along the way,  Ron is thrilled to bring his keyboards and vocals to the stage as a member of the Sound Investment family. 

 

SPECIAL GUEST – Charlie McClure – Rhythm Guitar/Perc/Vocals/Audio Engineer

Charlie has been playing music since he could walk. Charlie is a professional musician currently playing & touring throughout North America. He also has over 20 years of diverse experience in audio production and technology and has worked with such artists as Billy Idol, Delbert McClinton & Crooked Eyed Tommy. When not on the road, you’ll often get the privilege to see him gracing the stage with Sound Investment.

 

 

 

Butch Valko – SI Founder and Guitar Emeritus

Butch is the proud founder of Sound Investment (2012). He began playing professionally at age 14 as a guitar player. In the late 60s & early 70s, his band The Accumulation played at many LA-area venues including the Hollywood Palladium & the The Whiskey. He then formed an Orange County area favorite, Sundown Express, which worked with many artists such as The Platters & The Drifters. He was also lucky to work briefly with “The Divine Miss M” Bette Midler.  If we are lucky we get him to sit in with the band!!!!!

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