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Tom Atkin - Keyboards, Vocals, Band Leader
"Musical" is the atmosphere piano player Tom Atkin has grown up with. From his father a great jazz pianist, Tom has picked up much of his sparkling, musical personality. Beginning piano lesson at a very early age, Tom is blessed with a solid classical background. His writing and playing talents became apparent around the age of sixteen and has kept him active in recording and performing. With great mentors such as Oscar Peterson, combined with the rock style of Jerry Lee Lewis, Tom's playing dazzles listeners with energy that is hard to find anywhere. 
Linda Frazier - Vocals, Percussion
"The little girl with the big voice". Performing with numberous other musicians and bands, Linda has seasoned nicely in the ten years with Tom and the Cats. Linda's sparkle and passion for performing lights a fire under not only the band but the audience as well. 
Chris Carpienello - Drums, Vocals
Born in New York City in 1961, Chris has been enriching the lives of thousands since he was 7 years old. Performing in countless groups, venues and recording sessions around the US, Chris brings to the Cats a vast and colorful knowledge of percussion, vocals and song writing. 
Jack Pribble - Guitar, Vocals
Jack has over 25 years experience playing everything from blue grass to the blues. As a soloist with the Lighthouse Singers gospel choir, Jack sang at renowned venues across the country including Madison Square Garden. 
Carrick Montegue - Standup and Electric Bass, Vocals
Carrick, standup bass player extraordinaire, has been rocking the US for decades. His tight chops also include thumpin electric bass and guitar. Carrick brings to Tom and the Cats an outstanding and solid groove no matter what the style. 
Rico Mirada - Sax, Clariner, Percussion, Vocals
Rico blew his way out of the Bronx in 1974. His Rhythm-and-Blues roots and high energy melodies generate incredible emotions and reveals his love for his music, and the music of 'Tom and the Cats.' |