A little about our music makers, jammers and slammers.
Together we make some awesome music... individually we all have our own stories to tell.
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Chris Caputo
Lead Guitar. Chris came to Tucson in 1976 from Yonkers, New York, where he played in various bands around the "Big Apple." He played professionally in country rock and rock bands including the Tucson groups "Ambush" and "the Sonoran Mud Puppies," which were remnants of the "Dusty Chaps." He has recorded with many local musicians and has played all of the local pubs and establishments here in the southwest.
Pat Pierotti
Keyboards, Harmonica and Accordion. Pat was born on the South side of Milwaukee in the heart of "Polka Land" USA where his first instrument of choice was the accordian. When Rock N Roll hit in the late 50s, he switched over to the piano, Hammond Organ, Harmonica, Guitar and Bass Guitar. Pat has played in numerous bands throughout the years, including The Posse, Big Richard and Undercover.
His musical tastes are a mixed bag ranging from Blues, Country, Cajun, Reggae, New Orleans R&B and Good Ole Rock N Roll, all of which can be heard when listening to the music of Roadhouse.
His musical tastes are a mixed bag ranging from Blues, Country, Cajun, Reggae, New Orleans R&B and Good Ole Rock N Roll, all of which can be heard when listening to the music of Roadhouse.
Ralph Hartley
Drummer. Ralph, a Southern Arizona Native, was a former college baseball player, juggling baseball and music during the teen years. His high schoolband "The Caretakers," played all of the Tucson hot spots during the mid 1960"s even winning the Battle of the Bands one year. He rejoined the local music scene in the 1990's forming "Redline" which segued into "Roadhouse" around 1995. He considers it a privilege playing with the caliber of talent in "Roadhouse," and appreciates the fan base that continues to come out and support the band.
Debbie Anderson
Lead Singer. Debbie comes from a long line of musicians. Her grandfather was a famous "Jazz Pianist" back in the 1940's and 50's. Debbie's musical interest began at eight years of age singing, playing violin and piano, choosing cello as a main instrument for 22 years. She comes from British Columbia region, in the Pacific Northwest, and has played with a variety of musicians, bands and orchestras. Debbie joined "Roadhouse" in 1995 and sings harmony as well as lead vocals. She enjoys many styles of music including "Blues" and "Classic Rock."
Darrell Smith
Bass Guitar and Vocals. Darrell grew up in a musical family in Northeastern Ohio and moved to Tucson in the 70's. He had a long career in Tucson as a Junior High teacher. He likes to say he has hung out with teenagers and musicians and there really isn't much difference between the two. He has been playing music with Pat Pierotti and Chris Caputo in various bands for 30 years. He calls them his musical soul brothers. Darrell is a self proclaimed concert junkie.
Joe Pierce
Harmonica, Congas and Vocals. Joe, a local talent went to Rincon High School where he excelled in baseball. He has a distinguished career as a Tucson Fire Fighter Captain and paramedic. He has played with numerous local musicians in various clubs around town and provides "Roadhouse" with an abundance of energy. In addition to his harmonica leads and sultry background rifts, he cranks up the congas and sings vocals to complete the entire package.
Frank Manhardt
Lead singer and rythm guitar. Frank was born in Buffalo, New York and was singing at the prestigious St. Paul Cathedral by the time he turned eleven. By the time he was fifteen, he was playing piano, guitar, harmonica, clarinet and accordion. He formed the "Ray Miland Band" in Flagstaff and in 1973 moved to Tucson where he started "Straight Shot." His next project was "The Frank and Woody Show," a locally notorious band that enjoyed huge success. He quit the music business in 1983 and was brought out of retirement joining "Roadhouse" in 2001.
