Formed in Brooklyn, Shotgun Wedding is a five-piece alt-americana country band comprised of professionally accomplished musicians. Dennis DelGaudio (guitar/vocals) and Wade Preston (piano/vocals) both played in Billy Joel’s band for years, and both were instrumental in bringing the Broadway production Movin’ Out to life. Joel was so impressed with Preston’s keyboard work that he even requested Preston stand in for him during the months Joel had rehearsals for Last Play at Shea concerts. Andy Cichon, (bass/vocals) another family member of the Billy Joel band, has also appeared on stage with the likes of Paul McCartney, Roger Daltrey of The Who, and Steven Tyler of Aerosmith. Chuck Burgi (drums) has played with big names like Bon Jovi and Meatloaf; his classic use of snare on the ‘two and four’ captures that rhythmic charm of southern rock ‘n’ roll. Last but certainly not least is Catherine Porter. Though she was the final member to join the group, the boys were immediately impressed with the range of her voice. Whether it’s keeping up with the speed with which DelGaudio sings his lyrics in playful harmonies, crooning us to sleep with sultry tones in “Hurtin’ Songs,” or opening up in “Ain’t Gonna Break My Heart” with raunchy grunts and rich jazz flavors, Porter’s voice contributes deep soul to this urban country group.
Bass, Vocals – Andy Cichon
Drums, Percussion – Chuck Bürgi
Guitar, Vocals, Banjo, Mandolin – Dennis DelGaudio
Piano, Vocals – Wade Preston
Vocals – Catherine Porter
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