Meet The Band
(as they looked when it all began in 1982)
John Bodkin
Guitar and Vocals
John is a self-taught guitarist and singer who’s been rocking out since the early ‘80s - mostly fueled by classic rock and a healthy dose of ego. He started singing in choir at Palos Verdes High School (because every rock star needs a choir background, right?) and was the lead singer for his high school band, Entourage - proving he was born to be on stage, or at least near it. John graduated from PVHS and picked up the guitar in 1980. Starting with the SLS band, he has been playing in various groups ever since, charming audiences with his gritty, soulful style and probably a few dad jokes. Now based in San Diego, John keeps it cool by working in the heating and air business, but he’s still keeping the classic rock vibe alive -one riff (and one coffee) at a time.
Mark Ferrera
Bass and Vocals
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Mike Johnson
Drums and Vocals
Mike graduated from Palos Verdes High School in 1980. His musical background includes singing and playing trumpet in Jr. High and High School. Mike pursued acting in college and then shifted gears, graduating from Pepperdine University with a degree in TV Production. He worked behind the scenes at Paramount Studios for a few years, then launched a 25-year career in law enforcement (now retired). Back in the day, the band needed a drummer, so Mike taught himself (and is still teaching himself) how to play!
Tom Marino
Musical Director (keyboards and vocals)
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Tom Nizetich
Lead Vocals
Not only did Tom NOT attend PVHS or participate in any of its performing arts activities, he is a proud graduate of cross-town rival Miraleste High School. An SLS "Band Buddy" from the start, he acted as center fielder for the softball team ("hit your cut off!"), refreshment coordinator, gig photographer, costume consultant, and perennial audience member during the band's formative years. In the early 1980's he often hosted late night rehearsals at his family's restaurant, where a couple of the band members also worked, to supplement the lack of paying gigs. Ultimately settling into executive management roles, Tom possesses a vast repertoire of obscure song lyrics, has sung in public only once (at Mike's bachelor party), came in 2nd place at an Elvis lip-sync contest, and has successfully belted out rock and pop standards behind the steering wheel of dozens of contemporary and classic vehicles. He can play several fundamental chords on the piano (thanks to Mike) and currently lives and works in Las Vegas.