Members

 

The FLAMES is comprised of a group of dedicated professionals who provide outstanding versatility, fun and terrific entertainment at all their engagements.

The 2009 FLAMES lineup features the following musicians:

 

Glen Anderson : Guitars / Lead Vocals:  Glen is a career musician/bandleader who has performed with John Lee Hooker, Mitch Ryder, and the Climax Chicago Blues Band.  An established bandleader and dynamic guitarist in Los Angeles, who has consistently assembled the top musicians in LA to perform with the FLAMES.

 

Kevin Karamitros : Drums & Percussion : Kevin's  music career has taken him all over the world; from major concert performances and touring with the legendary Iron Butterfly, to performing in top Las Vegas show groups. He has numerous television credits including performances on The Howard Stern Show, and also as a featured percussionist on The Big Breakfast Show, in London. Kevin and bass player Brian Chapman combine to create the high-octane groove mix that ignites the FLAMES!

 

Michelle Cole : Lead vocals :  Michelle Cole is a professional musician with over 20 years of stage experience. Michelle began her career in the Boston Area and began touring the East Coast with a number of Top Artists, including featured performances in Key West and cruises in the Caribbean. Michelle has created two original CD's of her compositions, in addition to successful song placement on several prime time television series. All of the members of the band are proud to have Michelle and her "in your face" style as the primary weapon in our arsenal - she is an absolute pleasure to hear and to see. You simply have watch this woman take command of a stage.

 

 

Dennis Cottone : Bass /Vocals : Dennis plays a wide range of basses including electric, fretless, and upright to compliment his exposure to artists in multiple genres including R&B/Funk, Rock, Jazz, Smooth Jazz, Blues, and Latin styles.  As an L.A. based player, he has played on several recordings in these genres and has worked with multiple artists headlining the Whiskey, Roxy, Troubadour, House of Blues, B.B. Kings, etc...Most recently, he has played with the most sought after groups and venues in Orange County.

 

Tom Sebastian : Keyboards:  Tom started playing professionally when he was 14 years old and has been involved in touring as well as recording music his whole life. After his involvement with several successful bands

in the Inland Empire, Tommy migrated to Orange County where he played for years in the local rock club

scene. Now with his aggressive playing style he helps the  Flames to create their distinctive classic rock and Motown sound.

 

When the FLAMES get a night off, you may catch some of the band playing with Blues Gone South - so check out bluesgonesouth.com for more information.

 

 

 Contact Glen Anderson at 909-591-8885,

 to book THE FLAMES  for your next event.

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