Psychedelic Summer Band: Who's Gonna Show Up?

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Colette Lovejoy delivers every song with her pure powerhouse vocals, captivating the crowd like a standout performer in a California tribute band. Her impressive list of credits includes gigging as a backup singer for many legendary artists, and she has performed at House of Blues locations across the USA more than a dozen times. Her live music experience extends to the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, where she shared the stage with Jay Leno. Additionally, from 2003 to 2011, she served as co-music director and performer for Amgen corporate events nationwide, sharing stages with well-known acts like Hootie and The Blowfish, the Go-Gos, David Paich (Toto), Gary Richrath (REO Speedwagon), Jonathan Clark (Dwight Yoakam), and many others, showcasing her versatility in the tribute band scene.

Jerry Breiner is a Midwest native who has made California his home since 1980, becoming a prominent figure in the local Ventura, Los Angeles, and Santa Barbara live music scenes. Performing professionally since the age of 8, Jerry is a talented multi-instrumentalist, showcasing his skills on guitar, piano, organ, marimba/vibes, mandolin, banjo, and dobro. He has also performed and recorded extensively as both a singer-songwriter and a versatile session musician/producer across cities like St. Louis, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Boulder, Nashville, and Orlando, FL. Additionally, Jerry has collaborated with notable artists such as David Paich (Toto), Emmylou Harris, Chris Hillman, and Jonathan Clark (Dwight Yoakam). He is also known for his work with a California tribute band, further enhancing the region's vibrant tribute band scene.

Chris Longo became involved in music at the age of 9, playing instruments ranging from trumpet to tuba. It was The Beatles, however, that ignited his desire to learn how to play guitar. Chris had the unique opportunity to see The Beatles perform at Dodger Stadium, and he was hooked. In 1976, he received a call to audition as the bass player for Bo Donaldson & The Heywoods, renowned for their 1974 #1 hit record “Billy Don’t Be A Hero” and their follow-up hit “Who Do You Think You Are.” He was selected from among 100 other bass players competing for the position. Chris toured the U.S. performing in concerts and live music events, including TV shows such as Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin Eve with Bachman Turner Overdrive. After this experience, he decided to return to L.A., where he later contributed to a California tribute band, blending his passion for performing with the spirit of the iconic music he loved.

Paul has been banging on things for most of his life, eventually discovering that people would actually pay him to do it. Somewhere along the way came record deals, recording studios, questionable fashion choices, and enough rock ’n’ roll stories to make a decent documentary.

A veteran of the rock, blues, and country scenes, Paul has played just about everything with a backbeat and a pulse. His philosophy is simple: find the pocket, keep the groove, and remember that almost everything sounds better with a little more cowbell.

Now keeping the beat with Psychedelic Summer, Paul is happily revisiting an era when the music was loud, the hair was long, and drum solos could last longer than most relationships. 

Peace, love, and rock ’n’ roll. The ’60s called. Paul answered.

Jere Mendelsohn was born and raised in New Jersey and New York and is a graduate of Musicians Institute. He's a veteran guitarist with countless gigs and sessions in New York, Chicago, LA, and overseas. An acknowledged guitar slinger and first-call player among LA’s rock, country, and roots-rock musicians, Jere has toured with his own band, performing original music from his three albums. He has also shared the stage with a diverse group of well-known acts, including The Monkees, blues great Luther Allison, bluegrass icon Vassar Clements, and all three of his Hellecaster heroes: John Jorgensen, Jerry Donahue, and Will Ray. Whether he’s performing as part of a California tribute band or bringing his unique sound to live music venues, Jere aims to create a special experience that takes the audience along for the ride.