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Fulton Chain Gang

North Syracuse, NY

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Local Band Network Member Since: February 22, 2009            Last Update: February 22, 2009
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Music types: Country, Southern Rock
Description:
For over a decade, The Fulton Chain Gang has entertained audiences throughout Central & Northern New York. Not only have they proved themselves to be a band with staying power, but they have also showed that they have what it takes to rise to the top of the competitive local music scene.

During its’ twelve year run, the “Gang” has shared the stage with a Who’s Who of national acts. Joe Diffie, Sammy Kershaw, Tracy Lawrence, and Toby Keith, are just a few of the performers that the Fulton Chain Gang has opened for. The list goes on & on…Mark Chestnut, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Restless Heart, and Black Hawk have all shared the stage with this popular band.

The Fulton Chain Gang has what it takes to fill seats in their own right. With their high-energy stage presence and hard-driving country-rock style, FCG consistently plays to packed houses. Venues such as the highly touted Showroom at the Turning Stone Casino Resort, Alex Bays’ Bonnie Castle Resort, Saranac Brewery’s Thursday Night Concert Series, along with many of Upstate New York’s county fairs, have enjoyed standing room only crowds thanks to this popular group. Recently the band has been in the recording studio to start recording tracks for their first album, hoping to expand their horizons with their popular original songs, and take the next step up on the music industry ladder.

The Fulton Chain Gang ... Upbeat, High Energy Country & Southern Rock

The "Gang" blends early country and southern rock with more contemporary music to make a show that is enjoyable and fun for all ages.

From the excellent lighting to high quality sound, the "Chain Gang" consistantly delivers high energy entertainment. They fill the dance floor and deliver crowd pleasing performances.


Band Members:
Brian Platt -(lead vocals) Brian Platt is a talented artist with a striking and enjoyable stage presence. An original 13 year band member that has evolved to a seasoned fron-tman. He knows how to please a crowd. Brian has written a number of original songs with The Gang and they routinely perform them. Many more originals are to come. Brian's vocals are staple in the bands ability to maintain the classic blended Country Rock style that the group is famous for delivering show after show. He's also a graduate of Slippery Rock University in PA, a former World Cup wrestler, and a former assistant wresting coach at Syracuse University. Mike DeLouisa - (drums, vocals) The founder of The Fulton Chain Gang, it is Mike’s hard-driving style on drums that is the catalyst for the band’s success. Mike’s first big break in music came early when he was asked to drum for the “Good Rats”, a popular rock band from NYC. Later came a number of rock bands, and then a family that put music on hold. What is it about Country music that peeked Mike’s interest we will never know, but he vowed to one day assemble a Country band that would turn heads. Behind the scenes, he is constantly dealing with the bands needs. For over twelve years, Mike has been a booking agent, a manager, a roadie, a counselor, as well as a friend to his band mates. With FCG’s current line-up, Mike’s dream of creating a top-notch Country-rock band has come to fruition and he couldn’t be happier.

Dave Brown - (lead guitar, vocals): Dave’s lists of accomplishments on guitar are many. In his twenty-five plus years of experience, he has distinguished himself as a world-class musician. He has earned a Masters Degree with Honors from the Crane School of Music, where he returned as an instructor. Among the awards he has garnered on guitar is the prestigious “Performers Certificate”. He has shared the stage with a variety of national acts, including the Lynryd Skynyrd Band. It was their influence that led him from his hard rock roots to his interest in Country & Western music. His blazing fingers are aptly suited for this style, and are more than fitting for The Fulton Chain Gang’s high-energy sound. Dennis Buczek - (pedal steel guitar): At age 46 Dennis has already amassed over 33 years of professional experience. Starting with his family's local band in 1975 it took less than four years for Denny to begin touring nationally. In 1990 Dennis took his talents to Nashville where he played with national acts both in the studio and on the road at venues such as "Opryland" and "General Jackson Showboat". As a member of the band "Why Not" he toured North America for 5 years. Dennis' experience and talent have made an immediate impact on The Fulton Chain Gang's country rock sound. Ron Fragetta - (keyboards, vocals) A talented keyboard player from a family of accomplished musicians, Ron started taking piano lessons at a very early age, but finally got serious about music during college. He honed his skills touring regionally for several years before family obligations cut his music career short. Now with the Fulton Chain Gang, Ron seems to be releasing years of pent-up musical energy, and plays with a vengeance. In addition to piano, Ron plays flute, giving the band an even greater versatility.

Dave "DW" Wawrzyniak - (bass, vocals): Dave has been pleasing crowds for decades with a solid country rock bass and precise high end harmony vocals. He has performed with many regional and locals acts such as Country Pride. DW is a former 5 year member of The Fulton Chain Gang and returns to the stage with his long lost brothers to country rock the crowd once again! Dave's father, Pickin' Vinnie, is his greatest influence.

Dave Lakay - (sound & lights) Dave Lakay, sound and lights. Rain, sleet, snow, sick, or hurt Dave has always been there for us providing quality sound and lights. He's the man behind the scenes making sure the band sounds their best every show. He's not just a sound engineer, he is part of The Gang!

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Alternate web site:  http://www.fultonchaingang.com
Contact Name:  Dave Brown
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Localities: New York-Syracuse


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