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Jim Becker as Mick
Jim has an uncanny ability to perform, emulate and sound like Mr. Jagger. With an exciting stage presence and stellar vocal ability, Jim will make you believe that Mick Jagger has entered the building. He's a premier Vocalist/Performer/Guitarist/Songwriter steeped in the Blues, Country, R&B, and Rock'n Roll, as are the Rolling Stones themselves. Jim brings strong and reliable musical ethics with a respect for the music and those worked with, including revered and award winning artists such as Thelma Houston, Rita Coolidge, Yvonne Elliman, David Pack, Jim Brickman, David Cassidy, Scott Dugdale, David Grow, Brian Fullen, Marc Danzeisen, Kenny Williams, and many others.
Jim has an uncanny ability to perform, emulate and sound like Mr. Jagger. With an exciting stage presence and stellar vocal ability, Jim will make you believe that Mick Jagger has entered the building. He's a premier Vocalist/Performer/Guitarist/Songwriter steeped in the Blues, Country, R&B, and Rock'n Roll, as are the Rolling Stones themselves. Jim brings strong and reliable musical ethics with a respect for the music and those worked with, including revered and award winning artists such as Thelma Houston, Rita Coolidge, Yvonne Elliman, David Pack, Jim Brickman, David Cassidy, Scott Dugdale, David Grow, Brian Fullen, Marc Danzeisen, Kenny Williams, and many others.
Keef!
Rich Muhr as Charlie
It all started with learning to play snare drum in high school marching band after moving from New Jersey then the natural transition to rock 'n roll garage bands. Major influences were bands like Rush and Led Zeppelin however jazz, and R & B mostly impacted his drumming style - similar to Charlie himself. This shows in the way Rich can reproduce the idiosyncrasies of Charlie's distict feel. Rich has been part a couple of well known bands in San Diego that have been nominated for San Diego Music Awards. More recenltly, he’s played alongside or opened for Jason Mraz, Chris Isaac, Spin Doctors, WAR, Joss Stone, Tommy Castro and Ozomatli. Rich brings an unparalleled level of both solid timing and groove which is paramount to recreating the Stones' vibe a swagger! You will swear that Charlie Watts is making your hips move!
It all started with learning to play snare drum in high school marching band after moving from New Jersey then the natural transition to rock 'n roll garage bands. Major influences were bands like Rush and Led Zeppelin however jazz, and R & B mostly impacted his drumming style - similar to Charlie himself. This shows in the way Rich can reproduce the idiosyncrasies of Charlie's distict feel. Rich has been part a couple of well known bands in San Diego that have been nominated for San Diego Music Awards. More recenltly, he’s played alongside or opened for Jason Mraz, Chris Isaac, Spin Doctors, WAR, Joss Stone, Tommy Castro and Ozomatli. Rich brings an unparalleled level of both solid timing and groove which is paramount to recreating the Stones' vibe a swagger! You will swear that Charlie Watts is making your hips move!
Bernie Yantz as Bill
Bernard started playing guitar at 10 years old. After a few years of on and off lessons and garage bands, Bernard acquired a taste for the bass guitar. So much so, he started playing bass full time and continued playing in many different garage bands. At age 15 he branched out and started playing the stand-up bass. Bernard studied stand-up bass for 3 years under Federico Sylvia, principal bassist for The San Diego Symphony, in the early 70’s. Bernard played stand-up bass in his high school orchestra and was a back up bassist for The San Diego Youth Symphony in the mid 70’s. At the same time, Bernard belonged to a successful teenage rock band who went on to win countless awards in many competitions throughout Southern California. In the late 80’s when tribute bands were nearly unheard of, Bernard played bass with one of the first Elvis tributes in Las Vegas, Bobby King. He has also played with Elvis Presley’s music director and head trombonist, Marty Harrell. On stage with the Ultimate Stones, Bernie transforms into Bill Wyman with a musical integrity that is unparalleled except for Mr. Wyman himself.
Bernard started playing guitar at 10 years old. After a few years of on and off lessons and garage bands, Bernard acquired a taste for the bass guitar. So much so, he started playing bass full time and continued playing in many different garage bands. At age 15 he branched out and started playing the stand-up bass. Bernard studied stand-up bass for 3 years under Federico Sylvia, principal bassist for The San Diego Symphony, in the early 70’s. Bernard played stand-up bass in his high school orchestra and was a back up bassist for The San Diego Youth Symphony in the mid 70’s. At the same time, Bernard belonged to a successful teenage rock band who went on to win countless awards in many competitions throughout Southern California. In the late 80’s when tribute bands were nearly unheard of, Bernard played bass with one of the first Elvis tributes in Las Vegas, Bobby King. He has also played with Elvis Presley’s music director and head trombonist, Marty Harrell. On stage with the Ultimate Stones, Bernie transforms into Bill Wyman with a musical integrity that is unparalleled except for Mr. Wyman himself.
Terry Myers as Ronnie
Terry Myers hails from the Detroit East Side elite of rockers such as friends and cohorts such as Legendary Jim McCarty, Dick Wagner, Steve Hunter, Greasy Carlisi, Frank Lamarra as well as the current players such as the Kid Rock boys to this day, even to the point of playing with such Legends as Gary Puckett. He is the Ultimate Detroit rocker that has played with them all and still brings that to the table within the Stones. Terry brings the gritty, dirty, bluesy side to everything Stones, which is synonomus with who the Stones are. Terry hails from Glasgow Scotland, via Detroit and brings the British to the States and the Stones. Terry's ability to emulate Ron Wood and interact with Rick (Keith) so exemplary, is one of the stunning cornerstones to the Ultimate Stones' sound - which is as close to the real thing as exists on the planet.
Terry Myers hails from the Detroit East Side elite of rockers such as friends and cohorts such as Legendary Jim McCarty, Dick Wagner, Steve Hunter, Greasy Carlisi, Frank Lamarra as well as the current players such as the Kid Rock boys to this day, even to the point of playing with such Legends as Gary Puckett. He is the Ultimate Detroit rocker that has played with them all and still brings that to the table within the Stones. Terry brings the gritty, dirty, bluesy side to everything Stones, which is synonomus with who the Stones are. Terry hails from Glasgow Scotland, via Detroit and brings the British to the States and the Stones. Terry's ability to emulate Ron Wood and interact with Rick (Keith) so exemplary, is one of the stunning cornerstones to the Ultimate Stones' sound - which is as close to the real thing as exists on the planet.
Bob Campbell as Bobby
Bobby Campbell brings a deep and soulful appreciation of the traditions of saxophone to his role in the Ultimate Stones. He has performed internationally in Jazz and Latin Festivals, was a featured soloist with the San Diego Symphony on a "Symphonic Blues" program, and is a member of the Jazz groups ESP, The Jazz 88 Allstars, and The San Diego Jazz Orchestra. He has played the National Anthem at Petco Park for the San Diego Padres and countless performances throughout North America in just about every variety of musical performance. Bobby has a strong background in blues including performances with Little Milton, Earl King, Art Neville, Ike Turner and as a member of Billy Thompson and The Mighty Penguins. He has also recorded and toured with Reggae artist Big Mountain, Latin Jazz pioneer Jack Costanzo and has recorded with many artists in Southern California. Bobby also toured with Elvis Impersonator Bobby King, in a band which included Jennifer Batten (Micheal Jackson). Just call him "Bobby". Enuf said.
Bobby Campbell brings a deep and soulful appreciation of the traditions of saxophone to his role in the Ultimate Stones. He has performed internationally in Jazz and Latin Festivals, was a featured soloist with the San Diego Symphony on a "Symphonic Blues" program, and is a member of the Jazz groups ESP, The Jazz 88 Allstars, and The San Diego Jazz Orchestra. He has played the National Anthem at Petco Park for the San Diego Padres and countless performances throughout North America in just about every variety of musical performance. Bobby has a strong background in blues including performances with Little Milton, Earl King, Art Neville, Ike Turner and as a member of Billy Thompson and The Mighty Penguins. He has also recorded and toured with Reggae artist Big Mountain, Latin Jazz pioneer Jack Costanzo and has recorded with many artists in Southern California. Bobby also toured with Elvis Impersonator Bobby King, in a band which included Jennifer Batten (Micheal Jackson). Just call him "Bobby". Enuf said.
Albert Margolis as Chuck
Albert's been writing and performing since the age of 5. Eventually earning a Bachelor of Science in Music Theory and Composition and an MBA he’s worked with artists such as Peter Gabriel, Ivan Neville (Rolling Stones/Neville Bros), Daniel Lanios (U2, etc), Cyril Neville (Neville Bros), Randy Bachman (BTO/Guess Who), Leo Nocentelli & Zigaboo Modeleste (The Meters), Bernie Worrell (Parliament Funkadelic), George Duke (Frank Zappa), Johnny Vatos & John Avila (Oingo Boingo), Doug Wimbish & Will Calhoun (Living Colour), Stanton Moore (Galactc), Richard Street (The Temptations), Oteil Burbridge (The Allman Brothers) just to name a few. Albert also can be seen sharing his rock and roll keyboard techniques on numerous instructional keyboard DVD's he's created for the House of Blues, Casio and Rock House. Oh, indeed, what would the Rolling Stones' sound be without those solid R&B keyboard riffs weaving in and out of their signature songs? Albert channels Nicky Hopkins, Ian Stewart, and Chuck! Look no further... the sounds are rounded out to completion!
Albert's been writing and performing since the age of 5. Eventually earning a Bachelor of Science in Music Theory and Composition and an MBA he’s worked with artists such as Peter Gabriel, Ivan Neville (Rolling Stones/Neville Bros), Daniel Lanios (U2, etc), Cyril Neville (Neville Bros), Randy Bachman (BTO/Guess Who), Leo Nocentelli & Zigaboo Modeleste (The Meters), Bernie Worrell (Parliament Funkadelic), George Duke (Frank Zappa), Johnny Vatos & John Avila (Oingo Boingo), Doug Wimbish & Will Calhoun (Living Colour), Stanton Moore (Galactc), Richard Street (The Temptations), Oteil Burbridge (The Allman Brothers) just to name a few. Albert also can be seen sharing his rock and roll keyboard techniques on numerous instructional keyboard DVD's he's created for the House of Blues, Casio and Rock House. Oh, indeed, what would the Rolling Stones' sound be without those solid R&B keyboard riffs weaving in and out of their signature songs? Albert channels Nicky Hopkins, Ian Stewart, and Chuck! Look no further... the sounds are rounded out to completion!
Julz Harris as Lisa-Mary
Julz has toured the world with the legendary group “The Platters” for the past eleven years. She has recorded with many musical giants, including the great George Clinton (Funkadelic) Jon Anderson (Yes) , and most recently, Natalie Cole and Ruben Studdard. She has also been the lead vocalist of other groups such as “Brand New World”, Warner Brothers recording act “Slapbak”, and her own group, “Sweet Polly Esther and the Platforms.” Julz brings a vocal presence that elevates the Ultimate Stones' sound to theatrical levels! Her musical camaraderie with Jim (Mick) bring a level of sonic and visual entertainment as has never been seen or experienced with any other band paying homage to The Rolling Stones! You gotta see it and hear it to believe it!
Julz has toured the world with the legendary group “The Platters” for the past eleven years. She has recorded with many musical giants, including the great George Clinton (Funkadelic) Jon Anderson (Yes) , and most recently, Natalie Cole and Ruben Studdard. She has also been the lead vocalist of other groups such as “Brand New World”, Warner Brothers recording act “Slapbak”, and her own group, “Sweet Polly Esther and the Platforms.” Julz brings a vocal presence that elevates the Ultimate Stones' sound to theatrical levels! Her musical camaraderie with Jim (Mick) bring a level of sonic and visual entertainment as has never been seen or experienced with any other band paying homage to The Rolling Stones! You gotta see it and hear it to believe it!