KEN SANDLER

  Rhythm Guitar and Vocals

Along with being the band's rhythm guitarist, Ken is also the founder and leader of the band.  Since 2002 when Ken started working on building a Beatles tribute band, it has been Ken's vision, leadership, and persistence that has driven the band forward each year to greater successes.  Ken brings solid vocals to the band along with expert John Lennon style rhythm guitar, which he has played all his life.

 “I picked up my first guitar at age five and I’ve been playing ever since.  I’ll never forget that night watching the Beatles on the Ed Sullivan show in my living room on my family’s little black and white TV.  I could hardly contain my excitement.  The Beatles have had a huge influence on me as a guitarist and singer.  I’ve been playing and singing these songs most of my life.  Since that Ed Sullivan show, I’ve wanted to be in a band playing Beatles music.  Playing in a Beatles band and re-creating this great music continues to be a lifelong passion for me.”

Photo by Genna Sandler Photography, Hollywood CA

VINCE CAVASENO

Vocals, Percussion, Guitar, Harmonica and Keyboards

 Along with bringing his own refined vocals to the band, Vince is an expert in Beatles vocal harmonies.  Vince studies every detail and nuance of the originals and brings them to life for  BeatleTracks.

“I started singing on the streets in Queens, NY…wherever we could find a good echo. Beside the doo-wop groups of the ‘50s, my earliest influences were Elvis and Duane Eddy. When the Beatles arrived in America, I knew it was a whole new game. I’m sometimes accused of being a fan of only one group—and that’s not far from the truth. I’m thrilled to have found a group of like-minded individuals who cherish and preserve the sound of the Fab Four. Their melodies and harmonies continue to turn me on and I delight in our ability to recreate them. I’m always asked the time-worn question: who’s your favorite Beatle. My answer: they all are.”

Photo by Genna Sandler Photography, Hollywood CA

JOE LYNN

Lead Guitar and Vocals

Joe brings an unmatched excellence to Beatles lead guitar performing George Harrison’s riffs to a tee.

"The first time I heard the Beatles sing "Yeah Yeah Yeah" on the radio, I smashed my piggy bank and took every coin in there to the record store to buy a Beatles LP. I also quickly got a guitar and spent most of my high school days playing in bands. After a 30 year career in insurance, I moved to Boston and turned to making music as my main preoccupation. Now I work at Berklee College of Music while playing in local bands and I still have the same passion to play Beatles music as ever."

Photo by Genna Sandler Photography, Hollywood CA

MARK RISTAINO

Drums and Percusson

Mark Ristaino is a highly skilled drummer and percussionist.  Mark expertly brings Ringo’s drumming style to BeatleTracks.

"In the year 1965 on a snowy February night, my sister sat me down in front of the TV to watch the Ed Sullivan show which guest starred “The BEATLES.”   When I first saw Ringo up on that stage with his Black Oyster Pearl Ludwig Drum set I said, that’s it, that’s what I want to be, Ringo and be able to play the drums in a rock and roll band.  Well, that dream came true!  At age 40 I was able to purchase the 75th Anniversary Ludwig Fab4 Ringo Black Oyster Pearl Drum Kit and that same year I met Ken Sandler who has changed my life forever. Ken is the leader of our Band called “BeatleTracks” and we are having the time of our lives recreating the Beatles sound.  It’s a privilege being in this band!"

Photo by Genna Sandler Photography, Hollywood CA

DAVE OWEN
 

  Bass Guitar and Vocals

Dave Owen is an accomplished Beatles bassist and vocalist.

"I was 12 years old when I bought my first Beatles album, and my whole world changed. On that day I remember playing “I Wanna Hold Your Hand” over and over for at least an hour because I knew I was onto something great. I picked up the bass when I was 13, got into my first band at 16, and have played in many various bands over the years. I’ve played all types of music over the years, but The Beatles have always been #1 since that day with my first record. I am thrilled to be the bassist in BeatleTracks."

STEVE BACHER
 

  Keyboards and Vocals

Steve Bacher is BeatleTracks keyboard wizard.

"I’ve played almost every style of music, from traditional church music to classical to rock to jazz (sometimes combining them all), but the Beatles have always been a constant musical presence for me. Their songwriting and arrangements have lasting appeal and their songs continue to say something to me years after they were written. What Dylan did for rock lyrics, the Beatles did for rock music, expanding its expressive range way beyond rock 'n' roll, bringing ideas from all cultures and styles - East to West, past and future. Plus, their music is just so much fun to play. I've always loved the Beatles and am thrilled to have the chance to keep the music alive for all to share."