The band has had many contributing musicians since its birth in 1997 and without these people we would not be the band we are today. Our deepest thanks and gratitude goes out to these fine people and great friends for helping us grow and evolve. We would have any of them back in a heartbeat and they all know they are welcome to sit in with the current group any time they so desire.
Matt Fraioli-Original member; Bass (Player #1). Matt had never played bass before joining the band but he wanted "IN the Band" so bad he taught himself how to play the instrument in record time. Thank you Matt for your dedication and committment at the birth of our band.
| Len Heroux-Bass (Player #2). After Matt Fraioli, we added another dimension to the group when Len Heroux stepped in. He quickly helped us add more songs to the then short list and he stayed with the band for quite some time. We thank Len for being with us during our growing stage. "Job well done my friend.:..... Thanks again.
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Gary Masterson-Bass (Player #3). Gary was there for us as the band was going through yet another transition in our development. When we needed him he stepped right up and filled in. Thanks Gary for helping us out when you did.
Bob Crawford-Original member; Acoustic Guitar. Bob was the silent catalyst behind improving the quality of the bands' sound. His talent on guitar went somewhat undiscovered for awhile. Then we all discoved how brilliant he was when we asked him to solo with guest singer Heather Rogers on "Landslide". Standing ovation! Besides being a fine musician he is also a great friend. Thank you Bob, from the bottom of our hearts.
| Lou Capricotta-Original member; Drums. Lou's drumming style was studio perfect and in the early years he kept the newly formed band from wandering. The Capricotta "Studio" was where all the rehearsals took place. Lou was also the "equipment/transportation" manager. He was a talented member of the band "Reminisce" before joining FSB. Thank you Lou for your tireless work and dedication to the band.
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Bill Francis-Bass (Player #5). Bill came to the band when we needed a bass player due to a brief hiatus taken by one of the band members. We never missed a beat when he came on board. He was always there "in one form or another" to "critique" and offer insight to the bands performances. We will remember Bill and all he "brought" with him.
| Bob Previte -Bass (Player #4). When Bob joined the band we all knew we were off and running to the next level of the bands continuing development. Versatility is one word used when you speak of his musical talent, but Bob is best described as a great and caring friend who shared with us his love of people and music. We will always be grateful for Bob's association with FSB and would have him back with us in a heart beat. Who knows what the future holds. We're sure he will sit in from time to time when needed and we look forward to those "reunions". We wish you the best my friend.
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| Jim Sunoski -Drums. The band took one giant step forward when Jim joined FSB and right away we knew we had something good. His talent was matchless and we are sure to miss his presence. Best of luck in your new group.
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| Billy Lacaille -Keyboard, is one of the most memorable keyboard players in Sourthern New England. "Doctor Soul" was with the band for almost four years before he took a break from the band scene in early 2005 and then returned for a few months to lend his talents and personality to the group. Besides being a great keyboard player, Billy is also a talented song writer whose original songs such as "Big Legged Woman" and "Three Strikes" brings the house down every time. Entertaining and fun, he is an unforgetable personallity. We wish you well my friend.
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| Mark Adams -Guitar. Mark was with the band for almost two years. When he came on board the band added another personality, a "Southern Rock" guitar style, to the group. He is another talented musician we will surely miss. We wish you well.
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Jay Hyatt -Drums. Jay brought a high energy, a bright personaliity and a consistant drumming style to the group. His talent of learning new songs quickly allowed FSB to keep going and growing without missing a beat. We appreciate his dedication to the band.
Special Thanks
Heather Rogers-Guest Vocalist. When the band first started out we were just a bunch of guys playing for family and friends at local pubs. Kel would sing eighty percent of the songs and at the end of the night his voice was all but shot. Before one gig we asked Kel's daughter, Heather, if she would sing a song or two to give her dad a rest and also to add a change from all the guy vocals. Needless to say she stole the show. From that moment on Heather would join the band now and then easily take over the spotlight.
As time went on she married and moved out of state. With her life now full with her twins she has had few opportunities to rejoin the band. Though not often enough, when she does get the opportunity it seams like she never left. The band always will greet her with open arms and we look forward to the next reunion. "We Love you Heather"
Thanks also to those great guys that filled in when we needed you ....
"In Memory of a Great Friend"
"AJ" Jackson-Bass
Mike Catuto-Drums
Bob Hood-Keys
Steve Fredrick-Guitar
Joe Legros-Bass
Arthur Boffi-
Guitar
Bill Smith-
Harp
Binny Newberry-
Guitar
Rich Hirsch-
Bass
Michael Bradlee-
Drums
Dave Smith-
Drums
Guy Palazzo-
Guitar
Mike Paquin-
Bass
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