bios
Wendy logan
vocals
How does that big voice come out of that tiny frame? Meet the songstress and multi-instrumentalist, Wendy Logan. Born into a musical family, where melodies and harmonies were as essential as breathing, Wendy developed an innate connection to the powerful language of music. Her influences are an eclectic mosaic of artists—from Bach to Big Mama Thornton, from Bettye Lavette to Weather Report to Joni Mitchell. She revels in almost every genre, and brings them along on her musical adventures.
Wendy found her artistic voice early on—singing at various venues with her family as a little girl to her studio work and live performances in the blues/rock band, Stone Groove, and everything in between. Her performances are a dynamic blend of sultry allure, powerhouse vocals, and a touch of gritty authenticity with a voice that embodies both strength and vulnerability and leaves an indelible mark on all who listen. She channels her experiences into every note, creating a musical journey that invites the listener to come along for the ride.
Wendy is often seen sharing the stage with many of the top musicians and bands in the region. For Wendy, music is not just a profession; it's a legacy, a passion and a constant companion. Whether she's belting out powerful anthems or crooning sultry ballads, prepare to be captivated.
Billy Pierce
Guitar
Billy Pierce’s guitar grabs you by the soul and doesn’t let go. With a sound that’s both fresh and familiar, Billy crafts a high-energy experience where technical mastery meets raw emotion. It’s swampy, soulful, and full of muscle—music that feels lived in and road-tested. His style twists and turns like the mighty Mississippi—fluid, unpredictable, and utterly captivating.
Billy has released over a half dozen albums. His recordings showcase collaborations with some of the genre’s finest players, including Sonny Landreth, Charlie Wooton, Waylon Thibodeaux, Michael Doucet, Cindy Cashdollar, Mike Zito, Jeff T. Watkins, Doug Belote, Keiko Komaki, Jason Ricci, Bonerama, Johnny Neel, Dave Chappell, Tommy Lepson, Johnny Sansone, Greg Gorden, Dikki Du Carrier, Dwight "Blackcat" Carrier, and Ruben Moreno.
More than a bluesman, Billy builds soundscapes that dip into Cajun fire, rock ‘n’ roll swagger, tender ballads, and original songs that land straight in your chest. His guitar speaks volumes—sometimes smooth, sometimes snarling, always honest.
Mike Rapp
Keys
One rainy day, Mike Rapp’s dad dragged home a beat-up piano that was headed for the trash and parked it on the porch until the rain let up. It never made it to the trash heap. When Mike’s mom put on her records, Mike tapped out the melodies on those worn keys — and just like that, a lifetime in music began.
Mike started formal piano lessons at seven and was gigging by fourteen, playing in a band that grew from his parents’ pool parties into neighborhood bars. After a brief chapter in New York, he returned home and became a fixture in the Philly scene, working in studios and serving in the house band at JC Dobbs, sharing the stage with John Oates, Esra Mohawk, Robert Hazard, and Gil Scott-Heron.
The road carried him to Nashville in the early ’80s with DT Faircloth and the Rockabilly All Stars, before he came home to lead and shape long-running projects including Synergy, Daryle/James Band, Bottom Line Blues Band, and Little Big Band. With the Wendy Logan Band, Mike brings decades of feel, soul, and lived-in groove to the keys — the kind that locks in and doesn’t let go.
Tom Pendleton
bass
Tom Pendleton was built for the blues. He picked up his first bass at 14 and never looked back—drawn to the sound that lives in the gut and speaks louder than words. By 15, he was gigging with working bands and digging deep into jazz and soul with his high school ensemble. From the start, the groove wasn’t just something he played—it was something he lived.
Tom kept the music alive through every twist and turn life threw at him. Whether backing gospel choirs, grinding through late-night sessions, or locking in with seasoned players, he brought the same raw commitment to every note. Music never left—he just kept growing into it.
Over the years, Tom’s been the anchor for bands like The Jessie Thomas Group, The Bright Band, Johnny B Trio, At Ease Rhythm and Blues, and the hard-grooving Snake Eyes. His tone is thick, his feel is deep, and his presence on stage is pure backbone—no flash, no fluff, just the real thing.
With a deep respect for the old-school and an ear for the modern edge, Tom keeps his chops sharp and his sound dialed in. Blues, funk, soul, rock—he’s fluent in the language of groove. And when Tom’s holding it down, you know it’s going to hit hard and hit right.
John Thomas
drums
JT was born and raised in Bucks County, PA, and he's been making noise since age 8. When his dad brought home a drum set “to drive mom crazy,” what started as a little chaos turned into a full-blown obsession with rhythm, groove, and making people move.
From that moment on, JT has been all about the drums and finding new ways to make a whole lot of noise sound really good. JT also taught himself piano, found his voice, and started writing original songs with just the right amount of attitude. Along the way, he picked up a killer musical education from a wide cast of characters and carved out his spot as a founding member of the rhythm section for the Contagious Party Band and his original project, WiRTH, and has been a longtime force in the tri-state music scene.
JT’s style is all feel. Deep pocket, tight timing, and just enough grit to keep things interesting. Whether it’s locking in with the bass or pushing the energy through the roof, JT plays with that rare mix of control and swagger that you can’t fake.
Warning: Prolonged exposure to JT’s drumming may cause involuntary dancing and smug bass player grins.