Tom Baker – Saxophones, Vocals, Percussion,
Composer
Tom organized the first session of The Faker Five which eventually
led to “Pass The Hat” The Faker Five’s first
CD release, featuring original tunes by Tom entitled Pass The
Hat and Faker’s Blues. Tom's unique Sax sound, both in
live and recorded situations, reaches out and pulls the listener
in.. Tom's soul and melody makes people want to hear more, helping
set the Faker Five apart from other performers on the circuit.
Tom also performs with Greg in the Greg DeTroy/Tom Baker Duo
and with The Romero Brothers.
John Cain – Guitar, Vocals, Percussion,
Composer
John has been performing in Fairfield County for over 35 years.
John is an excellent composer and has contributed many songs
to The Faker Five including Song For Erin on Pass The Hat. Not
only is John a great Guitarist, but his vocal skills offer an
authentic Blues sound that greatly adds to The Faker Five's
musical quality and integrity. He has also released many CD’s
including Natural High’s Within Reach, as well as his
solo CD’s entitled MUSE and the most recently released
critically acclaimed, Songs For Peace, Vols I & II. John
also has his own band John Cain & The Blues Busters which
just released a live CD entitled Live At Seaside
Tavern and performs with The Romero Brothers. All of John's
CD's are available for sale at www.cdbaby.com.
Greg Detroy – Keyboards, Vocals, Composer
Greg anchors the unique sound of The Faker Five with his highly
expressive Hammond B3, Piano and Keyboard soloing. Greg contributes
original compositions and a unique soulful blues vocal style
that adds integrity and another dimension to the Faker Five
sound. In addition Greg is featured as a solo piano player at
many of the area’s Jazz clubs, and leads a Gospel Choir
that he has been with for many years. Greg performs with Tom
in The Greg DeTroy/Tom Baker Duo around the New York metropolitan
area as well as with The Romero Brothers.
Vince Sette – Bass, Vocals
Vinny is a rock-solid bass player who lays down the groove that
makes The Faker Five so strong. Vinny also plays in the popular
classic rock band, Magic Bus and John Cain & The Blues Busters.
Before starting a family, Vinny had a successful career as an
LA session musician, playing with popular LA bands such as Foxfire,
Savannah and The Santamonicats.
Steve Townsend – Drums, Percussion
Steve's Mom claims he was in diapers rolling around the kitchen
floor banging on a pan with a wooden spoon before he could walk!
Not much has changed....Steve has played with various Rock,
Jazz and Blues bands for over 30 years including The Romero
Brothers and John Cain & The Blues Busters. Steve has recorded
two CD’s with The Romero Brothers, one with The Blues
Busters and of course the two Faker Five CD’s.