BJ "Big" John Waltman lead guitar and lead vocals
Ed Grapes drums and vocals
Marc Cournorer Bass, Keys and vocals
Jimmy Allen lead guitar and vocals
Influences
You can definetely hear the guitar of Dickey Betts and Carlos Santana. The Bass of Getty Lee. The drums of Neil Pert. Voices of Bob Seger, Johnny Cash, Neil Young, Van Morrison, Paul Rogers, Bono and more.
Santana, Van Halen, Bad Co, BTO, Allman Brothers, Marshall Tucker Band, Rush, as well as the Beatles, and Rolling Stones.
Sounds Like
The exact sound is different in its own way. Only because of The LAKOTA Bands great diversity in the music field. There are many bands and singers that this Band emulates. Here is what gives The LAKOTA Band its great music sound and creates a large gathering of followers to the Venues where The LAKOTA Band plays.
Myspace BackgroundsThe LAKOTA Band is the brainchild of founder "Big" John Waltman. In mid 1998 after several months away from the music scene due to the loss of his former band mate Richard Wachs, Big John felt the urge to once again start playing live music. He was asked to do the music for a pig roast for a friend. After calling several musicians that were close friends of Big John, a put together band was made for the day. Drummer Randy McGowen a former bandmate from years past joined in the new venture. Just a week later BJ headed to one of the local music stores to ask another musician if he knew any bass players. It is here that bassist Marc Cournoyer is contacted and entered The LAKOTA band.
After a few get togethers, we all decided that we wanted to add another guitarist. Now in need of another guitarist, BJ call an old friend Jimmy Allen and asked if he knows anyone? To BJ supprise, Jimmy says me ! Finally after alot of work The LAKOTA Band is in its present state.
Between all the members,there is a combined 155 years of music experience. All avenues of styles have been played. Country, Pop, Blues, Classic Rock, Southern Rock, Hard Rock, Country Rock, and ocassional standard for the wedding gigs.
The LAKOTA Band gigs in a 4 state area. Pa, Md, WVa, Va. Harrisburg Pa to Harrissonburg Va and everywhere in between
So... Slumber Party at my place tomorrow night - right? I'll drag the cot out for Jon. Broke my heart to see you guys scrunched up on my loveseat! Break a leg at Dice's!
You guys were great Saturday night at the Moose! I had a wonderful time. Thanks John for the drinks! Especially the last one...That was a doozzzzzzzzzyyyyyyyy....LOL! It was nice meeting you all! I will definitely be at the next gig at Dices this month!
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