Denny Perreault-Vocals/Bari Sax/Percussion, Jim Pietila-Drums & Vocals, Dale DeMaris-Bass, Lead & Background Vocals, Brett Reid-Lead Guitar/Vocals, Sander Grotjohn-Trumpet/Flugelhorn/Vocals, Don Vidal-Tenor/Alto Sax/Vocals, Scott Shrimpton-Trombone/Vocals, JoAnn Wirkkula-Vocals/Percussion, Terry Miller-Keyboards/Vocals, Norm Dakota-Sound, Lights, Tech.
Influences
So numerous, but here is a conglomeration of influences on the various members of the Ides: Chicago, Average White Band, James Brown, B. B. King, Michael McDonald, The Eagles, Bonnie Raitt, Rush, ZZ-Top, The Police, Buddy Rich, The Tragically Hip, Pat Travers, Waylon and Willie, Mozart, James Jamerson (Motown), Duck Dunn (Booker T & the MG's, Stax), Paul McCartney, Jack Bruce (Cream), John Entwistle (The Who), Chris Squire (Yes), John Paul Jones (Led Zeppelin), Greg Lake (ELP), Jaco Pastorius, Stevie Wonder's left hand, Delta and early Chicago Blues, Classic British Rock, Motown, Stax/Volt, Jimi Hendrix, Miles Davis, Dave Matthews Band, Tower of Power, John Mayer, Santana, Bob Marley, Parliament, Three Dog Night, Beach Boys, Steve Miller, Steely Dan.
The Incredible Ides are more than just a cliche performance group. The IDES push the boundaries of their powerful sound with their experienced funky rhythm - section, their tight horn firepower and the talented vocals they throw down each time they play.
Featuring the IDES Horn Section on their front line, the band is building a loyal and ever-growing following not only at the top dance spots but also at statewide music festivals, county fairs, colleges, weddings, private and corporate parties as well as many local and regional charity events.
It is well worth your effort to see why the Incredible Ides Dance and Show Band is one of the most in-demand bands in the state and why crowds at their public appearances are never disappointed but entertained and excited to return to the next Incredible Ides Performance.
