We boast a select group of talented musicians, too- that are ready to "fill in", "sit in"- or whatever may be needed- so we NEVER miss a beat!!!
(Thank you a zillion, Greg N., Evan P. & Hog !)

The members of El Kabong! would also like to take this opportunity to thank (from deep down), all of the clubs and private patrons that have allowed us to grace stages, parties, weddings and swimming pools with our own special blend of energy! It has been a tremendous pleasure to know and work with each and every one of you, as well as our fellow musicians, who help us out from time-to-time with extra jobs...
(Bobby S., Danny M. & Robert C.!!)

Last, but certainly never, least... We want to give a special mention to Bob Britt , and the crew at South Beach Grill ~ For giving us a "home away from home", always looking out for us and making us feel like we are so appreciated! This past year had been so great for the band as well as mutually beneficial to all of us... and we look forward to many more!! We love you guys!!!

NOW....
Meet El Kabong!!!!

Jim Finnegan .... Birthday: July 30

**Founded El Kabong! in 1992

*What this guy does: Lead Guitar/Guitar Synth, Vocals and "Father Figure" (specific duty...Keeping Judy outta trouble!!!)

*Former Bands: "XL's"/"Regents"/"Topper" (horrific wedding reception band)/

"New Shoes"

    

Favorites:

Guitarist: the late Alan Murphy (Go West/Kate Bush)

Musician: Kerry Minnear (Gentle Giant)

Ice Cream: Breyers Buttered Almond

Drink: Coca-Cola Classic

Pets: Jordan and Max(1969-1983)

Movie: Inside Moves

Guitar Picks: Dunlop Tortex .88mm (the green ones!)

Favorite quote: "Mercifully free from the ravages of intelligence" (Time Bandits)

Things You Might Not Know about Jim: Expert on kelp and kelp-like plants; Jim and Ross can beat anybody in 2on2 basketball (unless Jim's knee is acting up!).

What question do people ask about Jim most often: "How does he do that??!!?

                     

       

Ross Owen .... Birthday: September 13

**Joined El Kabong! in 1994

*What this guy does: Bass Guitar/Vocals/Sound Tech Extraordinaire/Best Hair in Rock & Roll

*Former Bands: "Splash", "Never Surrender", "Tricks"

    

Favorites:

Bassist: Chris Squire (Yes)

Musician: James Taylor

Food: Outback Grilled Chicken

Drink: Pina Colada

Pets: My dog, Ginger (Recently departed..)

Movie: Who has time for movies??/ More B-Ball!!!

Favorite Sport: (To watch) Football (To play: basketball)

Bass: Musicman Stingray

Favorite Football Team: REDSKINS!!!

Things You Might Not Know about Ross: Ross was a local commercial star as a child and was featured on in magazine ads AND in commercials!!!

What question do people ask about Ross most often: "Is that his real hair???"

       

Judy Kirkman.... Birthday: November 25

**Joined El Kabong! in 1995

*What this gal does: Lead & Backup Vocals/(Auxiliary Percussion/General Mayhem!l

*Former Bands: (Top 40) "Natural Blend", "Amberstone", "Direct Hit" and "Slapwater"

(Country) "Heartland Band" & "The Ponderosa House Band"

(Rock) "Tricks", "WhoSaidWho", "Blackstone"

(Variety) "Kinetics"

    

Favorites:

Vocalist(s): Doug Pinnick, Chaka Khan, Ann Wilson, James Taylor, Streisand, Vince Gill, Jamaroqui, Steve Perry, Al Jearrau, Gino Vanelli, Luciano Pavarotti, Beverly Sills.

Musician(s) Kings X! (all of 'em!), Chaka Khan, Vince Gill, Jamaroqui, Steve Perry, Ann Wilson, Al Jearrau, Gino Vanelli,James Taylor, The Beatles, Earth, Wind & Fire, Anita Baker, Luther Vandross (just to name a few!).

Band: KINGS X!!!!! -AND- Foo Fighters!!!

Drink: Coke Float or SoBe Orange Carrot (ooh ahhh!) (or when I'm being bad... Crown Royal/Jack Black with some Ginger Ale).

Pets: Every one I ever had! ...The ones still with me: Mr. Pooter & Chloe and my newest "baby" Coco (my cats!) Sunny & Louise (my parrots!) ALL my Zebra Finches! (beep! beep!) and Most IMPORTANTLY, Jazz (my horse!!).

Movie(s): Harlem Nights, Legends of the Fall, City of Angels, The Horse Whisperer, Caddy Shack and South Park:(Bigger, Longer & Uncut)

Microphone: EV-PL 80 ("...it was good enough for Steve Perry, It's good enough for me!").

Instrument: (To listen to) Steel Drums (they sound like musical rain!)

Favorite quote: "Yigaquu osaniyu adanvto adadoligi nigohilvi nasquv utloyasdi nihi ".

(May the Great Spirit's Blessings Always Be With You ) Cherokee

Things You Might Not Know about Judy: Judy is an avid animal lover, an activist for the environment and animal rights and is of Native American ancestry. She is a new "Mom" to an adopted (for now) 16.1 hand Thoroughbred mare named Jazz-who has taught her the true meaning of having your heartstrings tugged. She enjoys anything outdoors (fishing, flower gardening, horseback riding...) and HATES being stuck indoors! (Except when playing with the band!)

What question do people ask about Judy most often:
"How come you haven't made it big?"

 

Insane seal slaughter film...graphic content!!

Please visit https://community.hsus.org:443/humane/notice-description.tcl?newsletter_id=8393307 to get more info on how you might help!!

       

Moe Samson.... Birthday: May 19

**Joined El Kabong! in 1999

*What this guy does: Lead & Backup Vocals/Lead Guitar/Keeper of the Jokes

*Former Bands: Country, Pop, Metal, etc......

    

Favorites:

Vocalist(s): The other members of El Kabong!

Musician(s): Too many to list! (Did you see what Judy did!!??!!)

Band: Y& T

Drink: Beeeeeeer!

Movie(s): Back to the Future 1 and 2

Guitar: Fender Strat Deluxe

Favorite quote: "Don't ask me, I don't care"

Things You Might Not Know about Moe: (..since Moe didn't offer insight..) You might not know that Moe is one of the nicest guys you could ever know.. He is extremely easy to work and sing with (in my "top 3"!). Moe is also an enormous asset to the band! (Judy)

What question do people ask about Moe most often:
"How the #$@!!* did he play that?? "

               

       

Gary Kinshella.... Birthday: Jan.7

**Joined El Kabong! in 2001

*What this guy does: Lead & Backup Vocals/Drums/Jerry Lewis Impressions,
...you know!

*Former Bands: "Screamer", "Never Surrender", "Splash", "Metal Works"

    

Favorites:

Vocalist(s): Glen Hughes, Steve Perry, Steve Walsh, Paul Rogers, Ian Gilliam, Mark Farner

Musician: Glen Hughes!!!

Band(s): Kansas, Deep Purple, Grand Funk Ian Pace

Pet(s): My Dog, "Funky D"

Movie: The Shining

Drums: Ludwig (The only ones I've ever owned...)

Favorite quote: "Everything louder than everything else..."

Things You Might Not Know about Gary: Gary claims he has NO secrets!!!

What question do people ask about Moe most often:
"Are you really from Sweden?"

                        

       

Dave Whitehurst.... Birthday: Dec. 29

**Joined El Kabong! in Dec. 2005!!! (yea!!!)

*What this guy does: Sound Technician

*Former Bands: Keyboard Player for Undercover (Top 40, Beach, Rock), Full Circle,(Country),32 South (Country)

    

Favorites:

Vocalist: Martina McBride, Tom Johnston

Bass Player: Tyrone Porter

Guitar Player: Patrick Simmons

Keyboard Player: Jim Brickman, Bill Champlin, Billy Preston

Bands: Doobie Brothers, Tower of Power, Chicago

Drink: Hardees Sweet Tea, Miller High Life

Food: ...Anything grilled outside and enjoyed with friends and family.

Movie: Forrest Gump

Piece of Equipment: Keyboards- my Triton ProX.

Sport: Football.

Favorite Team:

Things You Might Not Know about Dave: He's been playing all flavors of music in the Tidewater area since 1981. He loves spending time on his boat cruising, listening to music and mixing live sound for great local musicians - like EL KABONG !!

What question do people ask about Dave most often:
Can you fix my computer ?

          

 

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