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"Big Ed" Reedy Drums, Percussion and Vocals With unmatched style, rock solid chops, and a bass drum full of personality, legendary blues percussionist, "Big Ed" provides more than just the solid back-beat of The NODRAMA Band. “Big Ed” as he is known to friends and fans alike, is what musicians call a classic pocket player, laying down a “beat that moves your feet”. Ed picked up the sticks in 1962. Just one year later, he formed his first group, a surf band called The Unknowns. At 18 , Ed packed up his drums and headed to the music capitol of the west, Los Angeles, California. Ed's skill and style have served him well, affording him the opportunity to travel the world and doing what he loves to do and what people only dream about. Over the course of his career, Ed has been behind the drum kit with an impressive roster of talent including Dan Ackroyd (Blues Brothers) , Jeff “ Skunk “ Baxter(Steely Dan and The Doobie Brothers), Washington , D.C.'s Bob “Catfish” Hodge, Bugsy Cline and The Blue Devils, Mike Ault, Frank Lowe and the Southern Gentleman, Blackjack, Bandit, Back Stage Blues Band, Airborne, Mavericks, Reptile Rhythym Band ,Madcowboys, JNYX, Blues Fuse, Kara Britz, Pam Seekford and Mary Ann Redmond. A veteran of studio and stage, Ed's easygoing personality, tasteful vocals and solid drumming have consistently made him the drummer of choice. In addition to his work with NODRAMA BAND (both electric and acoustic), Ed shares his passion and expertise with students who attend his drum studio in Stephens City, VA. Ed's knowledge and teaching skills were rewarded in 2001, when he was invited to participate as a guest instructor at the world-renowned Shenandoah University Conservatory of Music's annual PAVON (Performing and Visual Arts Northwest) program.The founding member of this talented group of players, Big Ed will get your toe tappin' and put a smile on your face. Come out to a NODRAMA show for a great evening of music and make it a point to chat with "Big Ed". You'll be glad you did..

Paul Moschetto Guitar & Vocals Paul Moschetto is a Shenandoah Conservatory graduate who has been in the Winchester area since 1991. He began his performing career in 1982 working under contract with James Turner Productions and later East Coast Productions performing up and down the mid Atlantic coast. His experiences range from pop rock to experimental fusion and anything in between. In 1988, he co-founded the group Open Window which enjoyed much success throughout the 90’s as an acoustic trio. The group released a self titled work in 1999 that included other musicians from the area. Paul is a multi-talented musician as well playing other instruments such as bass, guitar, and lead vocals in all groups. Other bands he has played in are : Rock Bands -Tempest, The Ride (Mid 80's) Progressive rock bands - Occidental Pygmies (late 80's), Sir Reele (Original Music) late 90's into 2001; Experimental music and Progressive - The EP Project (Original Music) which has been producing music for the last six years; Elite Classical Guitar Quartet; Pumping Nylon - this was at Shenandoah University and has also performed as a solo classical guitarist.

Ralph Fortune Guitar & Vocals Blues legend Ralph Fortune was born and raised in Virginia. His lead, rhythm, slide guitar performances always captivates an audience. When adding that soulful voice and harmonica he can bring the house down. Ralph has played with well known bands such Rivers Edge,The Martin Welling Band, Blues Works, Blues Fuze and Catfish Hodge. He has performed or shared the stage with nationally known artists such as Jeff Skunk Baxter(Steely Dan and Doobie Brothers), Razzy Baily, Jessica Andrews, Ricky Lynn Gregg, Molly Hatchet, Sam and Dave, and many other well known artists. While performing on the Dan Akroyd radio show, Akroyd acclaimed him as a living Blues Legend.

Chuck RitenouR Bass Guitar & Vocals Born in Hagerstown Maryland, Chuck moved to Front Royal, VA in 1966. That year he met fellow musician, Ralph Fortune and the dye was cast. Chuck has played in 33 states, on board Holland/American's Cruiseship, the Volendam, Canada and Germany. He is an award winning songwriter, member of Songwriters Association of Washington (DC), a member of Front Royal's Moose Lodge 829 and a contributing writer for the Warren County Report bi-monthly newspaper. If you'd like to learn a bit more about Chuck, check out his NODRAMA myspace site. www.myspace.com/virginiasongsmith2.