Revolver and Friends - playing hits from the 60's thru 80's.
This Niagara Region band was initially founded as “Revolver” in 1981, and established the tradition of authentic covers of hits with their accurate renditions of songs by The Beatles. This earned them gigs in the early 80’s at Toronto’s CNE and Ontario Place Forum stage, as well as an opening act spot at Lulu’s Roadhouse 20th anniversary British Invasion Show in 1984, sharing the stage with Gerry and The Pacemakers and Herman’s Hermits. They were also afforded opportunities to perform with such great acts as The Troggs, Billy J. Kramer, Badfinger, and Chuck Mangione.
Fast forward to late 2021: Two members of “Revolver” reconnect. They join with two new musical colleagues, and building on the original traditions of attention to detail and fine vocal harmony, formed the current version of the band, Revolver and Friends. All of the members of the band are seasoned musicians/vocalists that have decades of performance experience.
Revolver and Friends always keeps their audience dancing and singing along to the music, playing very authentic covers of hits from the sixties through eighties, including an expansive repertoire of Beatles songs. The band appeals to a wide range of ages, from youngsters getting their first experience of live rock and roll, to those fortunate enough to have seen early concerts by the original artists.
Revolver and Friends is grateful for the many opportunities to perform to an audience since 2022. We were especially thrilled to have a videographer available when we played a show with many other great bands at the Niagara 2022 Canada Summer Games in August 2022. Please click on the youtube icon, or go to our video page to view five video samplers from that Canada Summer Games concert.
We look forward to providing your audience/patrons/guests a fun, and entertaining classic rock musical experience. See you soon!
Meet the band:
Wayne Lack
Bass and Vocals
Sharing experiences with others in music, harmony singing, and dance halls has always been a source of great joy in Wayne's life. He has experience in a wide range of music genres. His latest project was bassist/vocalist for The Moonlighters.
Mike Makkreel
Drums and Vocals
Mike is a founding member of Revolver. His greatest attribute is his high, powerful vocal range, while playing a solid drum beat. Mike also has a great ear for singing harmony. He
has been in many other great bands over his long musical career. In addition, Mike is a piano technician and runs the business thepianodoctor.ca.
Pat Serre
Guitar and Vocals
Pat is a founding member of Revolver. His biggest asset to the band is sharing his harmony knowledge and arrangements with his bandmates. Pat was also a member of the corporate dance band ``Sandy Vine and The Midnights`` for over decade, playing well over 500 gigs.
Brad Whitelaw
Guitar and Vocals
Former member of the Rolling Stones tribute band, Sticky Fingers, as well as guitarist/vocalist in The Moonlighters. Brad has over 40 years of performing experience.