THE KABOOMERS
If you are looking to hire a seasoned, high-octane cover band in the Los Angeles and Southern California area, here is a look at what they bring to the stage and an…
Events
OH 10
Oh-10: The L.A. Formula When we arrived in Los Angeles in the mid-80s, the city was a pressure cooker of ambition. The transition was immediate: two of our members who had made…
Goodrock 107
From "Good-Rock 107" to the Sunset Strip: The Launchpad Before we hit Los Angeles, we were cutting our teeth in the competitive, high-stakes rock scene of Northeast Ohio. Our breakthrough came through…
Monie Vocals
Evolution: The Solo Pivot (1988) By 1988, the chapter had closed on my time as a band frontman. When the group dissolved, it wasn't just a professional split; it was the end…
Perfect Stranger
Top Row (L-R): Dave Bennett (Drums), Mike Hanig (Keys & Backing Vocals). Bottom Row (L-R): Tom Hueitt (Bass & Backing Vocals), Raymond "Monie" Kulick (Lead Vocals), Jeff Russell (Lead Guitar & Backing…
Arkoss
The Genesis of Arkoss (1975) Every career has a starting line. Ours was 1975 at the University of Akron, playing a major college dance and show. We were barely out of high…
Spectrum
Evolution into Sound: The Spectrum Era As my musical journey progressed, my sound began to shift. I found myself drawn away from the standard rock format and deep into the intricate, expansive…
SIR Studios Showcase
The lights hit, and the room went electric—instantly way too hot. I could feel the sweat already starting to pour down my face, but I didn't even blink. I was locked in.…
F.M. Station Show Case
The club scene in North Hollywood back in the mid-80s? It was nothing short of a pressure cooker. Everyone who was anyone was cutting their teeth at the F.M. Station, trying to…
Take No Prisoners
We were not going to take no prisoners! Rock and roll is a serious business when you are shooting for the stars on the Hollywood walk of fame. All the marbles were…
Perfect Stranger Era
Evolution in Motion: The Perfect Stranger Transition (1986) In the life of a working musician, the music never truly stops; it just changes shape. This photo shoot dates to around 1986, shortly…
Hollywood Rocker Fellas
The Hollywood Rocker Fellas: Timeless Rock for the Modern Stage Songs you love, played by people who truly love the music. The Hollywood Rocker Fellas are more than just a band; we…
Looking for a Record Deal
We were looking for a different look and wanting to be more main stream in our appearance. We were also looking for a more commercial look and not to much hard rock.…
R.P.M. — “WAIT” / “Can’t Stop”
This is the kind of image that tells you exactly what the band was about before you ever heard a note. R.P.M. had the look, the attitude, the personalities, and the sense…
RPM: An Early Chapter
A look back at RPM, one of the early chapters in Raymond “Monie” Kulick’s music career. This original 1982 release features: Ray Kulik — Lead VocalsJeff Russell — Guitar and VocalsMichael Hannig…