Maurice Spears has played an integral role in the music business for more than four decades. Among his many accolades, his peers recognize him as a “first call” bass trombonist on the West Coast, where in the 70s and 80s he honed his skills as a studio musician and an accomplished sideman in big bands. … Read more
Steve Wilkerson began his professional career at age 11, in Ramona, Oklahoma, when he joined his father’s dance band. He attended the University of Tulsa and played saxophone for their jazz ensemble. He completed a bachelor’s Degree in classical clarinet and won the Downbeat Combo Award. After graduation, he toured with the Stan Kenton Orchestra … Read more
Bill Maxwell was born in Oklahoma City, but now lives in Los Angeles, California. Maxwell started playing drums professionally at the age of twelve. One of his first bands included legendary blues guitarist Jesse Ed Davis. He was a member of the Third Avenue Blues Band, whose album was produced by T-Bone Burnett in 1969. … Read more