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Influenced
by bands like Chicago, and players like Louis Armstrong,
Adam knows what it is to bring a good horn line to any
song. He does this well, by creating melodic horn lines
that fit perfect in the songs, thus taking on the role
of horn section by himself. He's been playing since
his high school years, but has been most active since
Soul Taco began in 95'.
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Angelo |
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The man
has been on the sac music scene for over eleven years
now and has played in a wide range of styles from metal,
funk, jazz improve, punk and everything else he can
get his hands on. His influences are just as wide and
cover everything from bands such as Raidohead, Tool,
Mr Bungle, Beck, Weather Report and everything from
A to Zappa! Having this diverse of a background and
nineteen years of playing music Angelo is sure to bring
funkafide bottom end and flavor to complete this thing
we call Soul Taco!
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Bill Billy-o |
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Billy Raney
is a full-time professional musician with several years
of experience. Billy’s talent is that of a natural
musician and performer. Early on Billy began his pursuit
as a career musician where he finally landed himself
first place in 1991 Northern California’s Hot
Licks competition and first place in 1992 local hot
licks. At age twelve Billy began singing and playing
his guitar professionally with a local rock band. Billy
and the group made its first dollar playing at the school
dance. Following, Billy began composing music and fronted
the band Thrasher and Feint Tocsin. Based in Sacramento,
the band Feint Tocsin earned respect performing with
heavy metal acts such as Sentinel Beast and Exodus.
Billy continues to write music and perform regionally.
Performing as a profession, Billy often plays classical
guitar at weddings, Border’s Books and Music and
private gatherings. In addition, Billy continues to
host the classic jam band Billy Raney and Friends. They
are a summertime regular at The Sacramento Brewery’s
Sunrise at the Oasis. Currently, Billy is an established
guitar instructor, at Northridge Music Center in Citrus
Heights California, with a client base of more than
fifty students. He is also the lead guitarist for the
Sacramento based band Soul Taco. In addition, Billy
studies classic guitar under Brandon Yip, a nationally
known performer and respected instructor of classical
guitar.
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Guy |
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Guy grew
up playing music influenced by all the great legends.
From Hendricks to Setzer, The Beatles to Sabbath, James
Brown and yes, even Johnny Q and Sid Vicious, Guy has
seasoned himself with a wide array of musical interests.
He's been playing in the Sacramento area for over 15
years in several different bands, and has built many
good bridges in that time. As the lead vocalist for
Soul Taco, his influences and talents come alive, with
life filled melodies and a very energetic approach to
his singing. The fact that he also plays guitar for
the band only makes things better.
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Ray |
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Ray
has followed about the same path, only in Different
states.
Originally from Washington D.C., Ray grew up musically,
playing in the Mid Atlantic scene. Influenced by great
drummers such as Buddy Rich, and Gene Crupa his style
got a bit jazzy at a young age. But as his influences
grew, so did his style. With Soul Taco, he focuses on
blending a little bit of everything rhythmic he's ever
learned with a very tight " in the pocket "
groove. Ray also makes a few appearances on the guitar,
and is active in the song writing
for the band.
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Ron |
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Ron is
his own instrument. Very technically inclined, as well
as rhythmically, he adds the " if it's broken,
I'll fix it " element to the band. He has been
playing drums since high school, and uses his knowledge
to fill the percussion side of things for Soul Taco.
His ear is most important though. If the sound isn't
right, he hears it, if the tempos aren't on, he hears
it…and we fix it. that aspect of Ron helps us
to make each song as solid as it can be. Ron is also
the drummer in a few songs, once again adding to the
diversity of the band.
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Reverend |
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Do you
believe for one minute that this man needs an introduction?
The fact that a this man has the ability to hold only
two beers keeps him in check with normal drinking humans.
He will mystify only when seen in Live appearance's.
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