BAND MEMBERS

Energetic All Events Party Band Playing All Your Favorite Songs

Since 1999 Cryin' Out Loud has entertained clients specializing in Weddings and Corporate Events. We provide you live music that is cross-generational, fun, with the excitement of being Concert Quality and professionally delivered. 

Band Members

While many bands claim to offer a wide array of music selection, very few if any are able to replicate such an authentic sound as Cryin’ Out Loud. Why? Their players come from such a diverse background of music. From their Classical & Jazz training, to seasoned dub scene veterans. The one thing you can’t help notice is that the Cryin’ Out Loud performers deliver a certain “Quality with an Edge”. During a live performance you can feel their energy Inspire the crowd. taking listeners on musical journey that encompasses the greatest hits of Pop, RnB, Country, Disco, Motown and Classic Rook. With their special blend of Talent, Sophistication, Great Sound, Infectious Energy and of course unmistakable Character… ifs easy to see why COL has been one of the Capital regions favorite party bands over the past decade. Quite simply, Cryin Out Loud is sure to create an experience for your guests that will be talked about long alter your event.

Timothy “Grits” Keenan – Bass

Interests: Writng and recording music , dog walking

Grits comes to COL via Capital Region favorite, Ten Year Vamp. Tim is a true professional is every sense of the word, he is currently recording his own CD playing every instrument on every song. His energy and sound has sky rocketed COL to heights never seen or heard before.

John “The Italian Stallion” Costello – Keyboards

Johnny’s Sounds gives Cryin’ Out Loud a heaping full of rich keyboard grooves that make the rhythm section sooooo tasty!

Danielle Fortunato – Lead Vocals

Interests: Singing, Singing, Singing, Movies, Voice – Overs for GPS Systems

Danielle’s jaw dropping range has ignited COL to new heights. Danielle’s vocal style is perfectly suited for weddings, corporate events and rockin the clubs.

Gregg Simmons – Lead and Backing Vocals / Trombone / Band Leader

Interests: Music, Sports, Politics, Cooking, Eating

Gregg has performed and produced fundraising concerts that include “Capital Region Divas Sing For The Cure” for the Susan G. Komen Foundation, “Powers Park For MDA”, “Dancin’ For Daisy” for The Humane Society and “The Capital Region Rock Feast To Stop Diabetes”. Gregg also volunteers for the Albany Keys For Kids Inner City Youth Program which teach children 8 to 16 years of age guitar, piano, drums and vocals.

“Cornbread” Brian Thronton – Drums

Interests: Song writing, Mechanics, Rugby

Brian’s innovative drum work and use of samplers and drum machines makes it easy for COL to do justice to the new dance tunes of today. Brian’s rock solid beats keep the dance floor full all night long.

“Jesse” James Mahoney – Lead Guitar/Vocals

Interests: Hunting, Fishing

Jimmy’s funky guitar licks to go along with his rock and country chops make him an essential member of the band.

Joe “The Hitman” Gaetano – Trumpet / Percussion

Interests: Sports, Reading, Collecting Classic Jazz Albums

Joe brings an attitude to the horn section suitable for all emotions.
He enjoys reading Nicholas Sparks and John Grisham Novels. Joe is the proud father of 3 boys Andrew, Nate, and Nick all who have excelled in Sports and Academics graduating from Mechanicville High School.

“Super” Dave Laurey – Tenor Sax / Lead and Backing Vocals

Interests : Wine making, Traveling, Hockey

Dave has spent 40 years in the music business locally and nationally. Dave also has a musician in training 14 year old daughter Kristi is a multi – instrumentalist who attends Columbia High School. Dave also arranges the horn lines and carries a fantastic baritone voice that pours out of the speakers like lava out of a volcano.
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