R.P. Michaels - Songwriter(BMI), Vocals, Bass and Keyboards. Reviewer Bob Gabrella of "In The Mix" magazine described R.P. as a performer who "wrings the gamut of emotion from a powerful set of vocal pipes and at the same time lays down a furious range of bass licks." Ed Ivey of "Blues Revue" said "Michaels is a great singer with gruff roadhouse vocals."
Marty Macmillan - Vocals, Guitar. Originally hailing from the Detroit, Michigan area, Marty brings an exciting audio and visual aspect to the Blue Plate Special lineup since Jan. 2009 ! Marty not only burns in the standard guitar tuning, he adds a huge new depth to the material with his guitar D and B -Tunings as well as a smokin' slide guitar !!
Robert Pasenko - Percussion. Truly the "Kingpin" of Chicago Blues Drummers,Robert has been the driving force behind such well known names in Chicago Blues as Tommy McCracken, Sammy Fender, Les Getrex, Clintus McCormack and is a frequent drummer on call at Buddy Guy's"Legends" in Chicago !
Worldwide,respected Blues reviewer and editor Andy Grigg of "Real Blues" says "Blue Plate Special has an Ace-up-their-sleeve with a singer who sounds like he comes from the Shreveport, Louisiana Club scene. Grit, and plenty of it, defines Michaels’ singing style. and it’s a natural sounding- easy on the ears, roar that would be just right for the din of a crowded roadhouse" !! Ron (R.P.) plays Fender 5 string Jazz and Precision Basses. Uses: Carvin Amplification Exclusively. Kurzweill and Roland Keyboards.
Marty uses a variety of Fender Stratocasters, a G&L Telecaster, and a Danelectro 6 string bass as well as an accoustic resonator guitar. He adds tons of new color and tone to the existing songbook as well as creating a new look and feel to our newest material ! Marty has quickly become a favorite to those who have seen him work his magic. He also brings a new second voice to Blue Plate performances.
.... a man who plays with heart and soul and commitment. We are lucky to have found all this and a true friend and comrade!! Robert uses Yamaha Percussion. He also offers drum clinics thru Guitar Center as well as private percussion lessons. Robert is also a well known and sought after Photographer of Blues artists ! His work has graced the covers of some familiar Album covers, such as the recent Willie "Big Eyes" Smith CD and others. His Photo work can be seen at his website at www.pasenko.com
