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Originally from Everett, MA, Jay (James) Buckley not only plays tremendous keyboards, but also acoustic and electric guitars, harmonica, and provides lead and back-up vocals. Jay is one of the busiest, entertaining, and passionate band member. His influences range from U2 to KISS. He is also a big advocate of the 80's music scene. |
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As
the band's bassist and one of the lead vocalists,
Willi
Motroni
adds a driving rhythm that fuels the intense energy of the Scooby Snax
Band. Willi is a founding member of the band along with Jay . Originally from Revere, MA, he is a self-taught
musician. His vocal and instrumentation style covers a wide
variety including rock, funk, jazz, and R & B. His
influences cover a wide range from the Beatles and Kiss, to Fuel and U2.
However,
he possesses a strong passion for the 80's music scene as well! |
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Jack Shea Jr. is a fourth generation drummer with over twenty years experience in the music business. Jack is another founding member of the band, having several years of experience working with both Jay and Willi in other bands. Originally from Rockland, MA, his influences as a drummer come from performers such as Buddy Rich, Keith Moon, Joey Kramer, and Tommy Lee. Along with drumming, Jack also contributes lead and back-up vocals for the band. |
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Guitarist Rich Dacier is originally from Dover, MA and brings over twenty years of guitar playing experience to the band. Rich is solid, having over 15 years of playing with other members of the Scooby Snax Band. A self-taught musician, Rich played in many bands around the Boston area throughout his career. His influences include U2, John Mayer, Eric Clapton, and Stevie Ray Vaughn. |
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The optional singer, Alison Ethington currently resides in Gloucester, MA and has been singing professionally since the age of 19 in and around the Boston area, and the Cape & Islands. A 2003 Berklee School of Music graduate, Alison provides vocal and piano instructions to all ages. Her influences include Joni Mitchell, jazz singer Nancy Wilson, Chris Cornell and the Dixie Chicks. Alison plays regularly with the Perry Rossi Orchestra and fills in with the Scooby Snax upon request and availability. Alison is an incredible addition to the band for weddings and functions! |