Meet the band
Rich Wendel
Richard is the horn virtuoso, singer, producer, and New York Blues Hall of Fame inductee responsible for the life in "The Last Comeback". He has toured Greece, Spain, the UK, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Finland, Germany, Costa Rica and more. Having started at 14 years old playing in the Catskill Mountain Hotels, he has gone as far to play with McCoy Tyner, Merl Saunders, Ignacio Berroa, Marcus Mclaurine, and Ed Cherry to name a few.
Jorge Fernandez
Raised in Miami from New Jersey, Jorge Fernandez is a freelance musician based in Boca Raton, FL. Graduating from the University of North Florida (2021), he has played a variety of music ranging from Classic Rock to Fusion, to Straight Ahead Jazz and Funk. Despite playing for 14 years, Jorge is still searching about what makes music connect to countless people.
Chris Patsis
Chris is a graduate of Florida State University’s music education program and is currently working as a professional musician in South Florida playing classical, jazz, rock, and more. His primary musical focus was orchestral performance on the french horn, though most of his professional playing has been on bass. Born in a South Florida family of teachers and musicians, he feels at home doing what he loves, playing and teaching.
Mark "Muggie Doo" Leach
Muggie is a dynamic Hammond organist, he is known for his electrifying performances, often spinning, dancing, and commanding the stage with unmatched energy. His career took off when, at just 11 years old, he received a life-changing masterclass from Duke Ellington, who personally mentored him backstage. Mark has performed and recorded with legendary artists, including Buddy Miles, Bernard Allison, George Duke, Ana Popovic, Chuck Rainey, Greg Allman, Peter Frampton, The Pastorius Brothers, Leon Hendrix, Robert Lockwood Jr., and many more.
Harley Galeano
Harley is a talented freelance jam/jazz drummer in the South Florida scene. He studied at the University of North Florida. Having played with Joey Calderaio and Tand, he has made a name as one of the most prominent players around.
Robyn Lobe
Robyn is a dynamic percussionist with an impressive career spanning world tours, major music festivals, and television appearances. She has performed with renowned artists such as Enrique Iglesias, Robert Palmer, Moby, and DeeeLite (Bootsy Collins/James Brown band). Her festival performances include Woodstock 1999, Rockin’ Rio Brazil, Montreux Jazz Festival, Varadero Music Festival (Cuba), Madison Square Garden Salsa Festival, and Lincoln Center Outdoor Festival, among many others. Robyn has also graced the stage on top television programs, including Saturday Night Live, Conan O’Brien, Donnie & Marie, Arsenio Hall, and Phil Donahue. Her studio work features collaborations with Robert Palmer, DeeeLite, David Burns, Joe Cuba, and Bill Evans.
Tricia Danieli
Tricia is a singer, songwriter, and pianist originally from Joliet, Illinois. A gifted musician from a young age, she performed at Carnegie Hall at 17 years old. In 2016, she independently released her debut album, "Brand New Day", co-produced with Motown veteran Greg Crockett, showcasing her talents on vocals, piano, violin, synths, ukulele and drums. She has since recorded across multiple genres, including blues, soul, gospel, pop, and reggae.
Pat Hunter
Pat is a singer full of soul performing in SOUTH FLORIDA.
Mason Pace
Florida-born Mason Pace is a Gibson-endorsed guitarist, singer, and producer, who has shared the stage with legends like Cheap Trick, Joan Jett, Vince Neil, Ace Frehley, and Phil Collins. He toured with his rock band across Florida and beyond, building fan bases in major cities across the East Coast and Southern U.S and has performed the On The Blue Cruise as the lead singer of The Bottom Feeders, alongside The Zombies, Al Stewart, and Starship. He is the recording engineer and "man-in-the-chair" for The Last Comeback.
