Anya Thomson (Lead vocals, Acoustic guitar, Keyboard, Percussion) Tom Sampson (Guitar, Vocals, Keyboard, Harmonica) Mike Marsh (Guitar, Violin, Mandolin, Vocals) Bill Cody (Bass, Keyboards, Vocals) Greg Johnston (Drums, Vocals)
Influences
We play everything from classic to contemporary rock, jazz, swing, Motown, modern country --- our influences include: Van Morrison, Sheryl Crow, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Third Eye Blind, Lyle Lovett, Brian Setzer Orchestra, Miles Davis, Aretha Franklin, Lynyrd Skynyrd, The Beatles, Green Day, and Kelly Clarkson---just to name a few.
Sounds Like
Who do you want them to sound like? They can do it! Wow, a female lead singer that can nail "Rock 'n Roll" by Led Zeppelin and give Sheryl Crow a run for her money with The First Cut. A guitar player that switches from Acoustic to Electric and not just on guitar, on the Violin and Mandolin as well! Another virtuoso guitar player that makes a harmonica beg for mercy, can vocally hit a high C and plays the keyboard, a bass player with soul and personality laying down the grooves and last but not least a drummer, with eyes closed and head moving keeping it all together. This is just in their rock mode! Dim the lights, bring out the martinis and red wine, listen as they seamlessly become a smooth, sexy jazz quartet. For more formal occasions or ceremonies they also play classical as an instrumental duo (violin and guitar) or with a vocalist. Otherwise known as, "The Musical Chameleons"
Raising Cain boasts the “perfect blend," being well-versed in: classic rock, new rock, ballads, swing tunes, country, Motown, 50's, 80's, and a mellow "dinner set" that includes jazz standards, ballads, and nice background music. Also able to perform classical. Their versatility makes it easy and affordable to have it all for your wedding or event. They bring musical precision, performance and talent to a level rarely seen in Colorado. The group features precise four-part vocal harmonies, developed through hundreds of hours of “vocals only” rehearsals. The band members are virtuosos on their respective instruments and dazzle audiences with their abilities. With every member possessing advanced music degrees or training, the group is a rare synthesis of talent. From Sheryl Crow, Third Eye Blind, Three Doors Down, and Green Day; to the Beatles, Lyle Lovett, Dixie Chicks, Brian Setzer Orchestra, 50's and Motown – Raising Cain does it all! The band is comprised of seasoned entertainers who know how to put on a great show. Their gig record includes corporate parties, weddings, bars and restaurants, special events, outdoor festivals, and more.
