 Rick Fitts Lead Vocals, Master of Ceremonies
Rick Fitts is not only our male lead vocalist; he is an accomplished actor. His long carerr has spanned stage, film, and television. You may have seen him in TNT's new series, Franklin & Bash, or Desperate Housewives, Friends, Seinfeld, Star Trek: TNG, Star Trek: Voyager and NYPD Blue. He won a Los Angeles Emmy for the PBS production, American Heroes, which he co-wrote and starred in. In musical theatre, Rick originated many parts in the La Jolla production of The Who's Tommy. Rick's vocals convey soul and playfulness. He is a warm and genuine Masters of Ceremonies, and guests love what Rick brings to an event. www.rickfitts.com
Sean Wiggins Lead Vocals
From her beginnings in the Soho clubs of NYC, Sean Wiggins moved out to Southern California to work with the likes of Edgar Winter, Leslie Gore, Chick Corea, Maxine Nightingale, and Brenton Wood. She has worked The Greek and Universal Amphitheaters to the local clubs as an original and cover artist. Bam Magazine said it well, "Sean Wiggins, a centered and attention-grabbing, blue-eyed soul diva, easily maintained control from the get go." Sean has also recorded with some of LA's top producers and has her original songs featured on various CDs and in independent films. Sean's original, "No Difference," was named Billboard Magazine's Song of the Year in the R&B/Blues category (2002). www.SeanWiggins.com
 Vince Suzuki Saxophone & Flute
Vince Suzuki has played and/or recorded with Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons, The Brian Setzer Orchestra, The Temptations, The O'Jays, The Stylistics, Martha Reeves and the Vandellas, The 5th Dimension, Mick Hucknell (Simply Red), REO Speedwagon, Solomon Burke, Eddie Floyd, Otis Day and The Knights, Irma Thomas, Roy Gaines, Mana, Lee Rocker, Ollie Woodson, Frankie Ford, Jerry Corbetta, Brenton Wood, Johnny Adams, Steve Allen, Bob Newhart, Rip Taylor, Ed McHahon, Monte Hall, Foster Brooks, Peter Marshall. Jazz Artists Snooky Young, Conte Candoli, Ross Tompkins, Eric Reed, Brian Bromberg, Phil Upchurch, Oscar Brashear, George Bohanon, Plas Johnson, Ndugu Chancler among others and can be heard on the soundtracks for Norma Jean and Marilyn, (Ashley Judd, Mira Sorvino), Love Her Madly (Ray Manzarek of the Doors) and also on the CD “Lee Rocker” (Stray Cats).
 Tim Kobza Guitar & Vocals
Tim Kobza is a multi-talented and respected guitarist and composer/ producer and educator. Tim has had numerous TV/Film credits including: CBS, Steven Spielberg, Felicity, Queer Eye for The Straight Guy, The Bold and the Beautiful, All My Children, 48 Hours Ed and many more. He was film composer for Angels With Angles, a feature film starring Rodney Dangerfield and Frank Gorshen (Warner Bros.). Performance and recording credits include: Jon B , Steven Perkins (Drummer Janes Addiction), Jimmy Haslip, Keller Williams, Korrupt, James Torme, Branscumb Richmond and The Renegade Posse, song writers Marylyn and Allen Bergman ( The Way We Were) and Modereko a jam band he cofounded with John Molo (Drummer Phil and Friends, John Fogerty) . Tim has a published book entitled, “Blues Guitar Lessons Volume 3” and has taught in the USC Studio Jazz Guitar Department since 1995. Tim has a Bachelor of Music degree from the University of North Texas in Jazz Guitar Performance and a Master’s Degree in Studio-Jazz Guitar Performance from USC.
 David Page Drums
David Page has toured or recorded with many well-known acts, including extended touring with Gary Puckett & the Union Gap, but he prefers the R&B, Funk, and Soul styles. David has conducted Drum Master Classes and Clinics for major drum companies at NAMM and other trade shows. David is a very active session drummer in Los Angeles, but he has chosen to play live gigs with RamFunkshus because he loves this music and this band! David lays down the dance groove that is the heartbeat of RamFunkshus, providing the rhythmic foundation that allows the band to create its distinctive combination of excitement and fun.
Joe Iaquinto Bass & Vocals
Joe Iaquinto was born in Brooklyn, New York. By the age of sixteen, Joe was playing many of the top clubs, discos and hotels in the state. At seventeen, he had performed with rock legends Chuck Berry and Little Anthony and the Imperials. After high school, Joe moved to Los Angeles and has become a respected veteran of the city's formidable music scene. He has worked with Grammy award winners Stephen Bishop and Rita Coolidge, the highly acclaimed American Indian group Walela, international TV/film star and recording artist Branscombe Richmond, and has logged performances with Billy Preston, Wayne Newton, Doug Kershaw, members of the Doobie Bros., Chicago, and many others. Joe is also a busy session musician whose work can be heard on Entertainment Tonight, E! True Hollywood Story, ESPN, and national ad campaigns for Dodge Stratus.
 Barry Reynolds Keyboards & Vocals
Barry Reynolds played in bands in the San Francisco Bay Area in the late 1960s, working alongside such notables as John Tristao of Creedence Clearwater Revisited and Steve Price of Pablo Cruise. In the eighties, he re-emerged as a songwriter. Producers associated with Stevie Wonder, Klymaxx, and others have selected his dance songs for consideration in major recording projects. Barry studied piano in the Jazz Studies Program at USC from 1995 until 1998. In 1998, he assembled the current lineup of RamFunkshus. Barry loves to add rhythmic drive and jazz/gospel textures with his piano/organ playing. Barry is the business leader of the group and handles much of the event planning and coordination.
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