TONE GYPSIES
meet the band
larry gershon - guitars, vocals
The guitar craze of the 1960's caught Larry head on, and he knew he was destined to be an axe slinger. Playing guitar in several College rock bands, Larry was fortunate enought to perform at the Preakness and also open for national acts.
A veteran of the Baltimore/DC music scene for many years, Larry has played over 1000 live shows, also running his own home recording studio as a record producer, song writer and sound engineer. He has been privileged enough to work
with Grammy nominated artists and projects. Larry brings a great depth of experience and talent to the band's sound and style.
MATTHEW TRIPP - LEAD, RHYTHM AND SLIDE GUITARS, VOCALS
Originally from the east coast, Matt has traveled all around the USA from Los Angeles to the Carolinas and played in several successful bands over the years, including "Spiral Mind" and "Choice", he also played in a few blues based bands in south Texas in the 1980's. Gravitating to the guitar at an early age he was influenced by such guitar greats as Leslie West, Jeff Beck and Johnny Winter. Matt has also released a solo instrumental CD, and was invited to add one of the tracks to the compilation CD - "Guitar Wizards Vol I&II", released by Versailles Records, Nashville.
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MICHAEL K. POTTS - 4 AND 5 STRING BASS, VOCALS
Mike is a highly skilled and regarded bassist, songwriter, producer and vocalist, hailing from the Washington DC area.
A self taught musician who has dedicated many hours to the craft since he began playing rock, jazz, blues and R&B at age 13. Mike has played with some very successful musicians and groups over the years including NowChild recording artist Victoria, Warren Wolf, Vince Evans and Total Eclipse to name just a few. He has also appeared at some iconic music venues in the Maryland/DC area including Blues Alley, Phaze 10 and the Eubie Blake Museum among many others. Mike brings a solid bottom end and polished musicianship to the sound and style of the music.