Joe Gills rock of ages

ABOUT US

Joe Gills

Joe Gills is a singer, musician, executive producer, entertainer , business executive, who creates theatrical tribute shows celebrating the music and memories that shaped generations. Through his popular productions including Jungle Habitat’s 1970s AM Radio Show, Action Park’s 1980s MTV Show, the Neil Diamond Traveling Tribute, and Palisades Park Oldies Show, Joe combines live music, storytelling, costume changes, vintage video, and nostalgic props to transport audiences back to the greatest moments of the 1950s through the 1980s. More than traditional tribute concerts, Joe’s productions are immersive journeys through popular culture, designed to help audiences laugh, sing, dance, and relive the soundtrack of their lives.

MEET THE TEAM

Chris Krempa

Bass Guitar & Vocals
Also Known As: “Cap’n” and “Dr. Venkman”
Chris is the backbone of all four shows. A 40-year veteran of the area’s music scene, he brings experience, versatility and steady leadership to every performance.

Jon Weisgal

Keyboards & Vocals
Also Known As: “The Music Director” and “Goose Bradshaw”
Jon has performed with bands for more than 40 years. An accomplished keyboardist, vocalist and musical director, he has also had the distinction of backing legendary entertainer Paul Anka.

Tommy Hart

Lead Guitar & Vocals
Also Known As: “The Sultan of the ’70s” and “Biff”
Tommy is a 40-year veteran of the music scene whose impressive résumé includes performing with the Bay City Rollers and Wizards of Winter. His musicianship and versatility are an essential part of the Rock of Ages shows.

John Bonner

Drums
Also Known As: “The Producer” and “Uncle Jesse”
John has been performing on the regional music scene for more than 40 years. In addition to his work behind the drums, he oversees many of the production and technical elements that bring each show to life.

Darren Lolk

Lead Guitar & Vocals
Also Known As: “The Fabulous Darren” and “Marty McFly”
Darren has worked in the music industry for more than 40 years. He signed with Epic Records in 1990, contributed to several independent releases and has toured internationally with leading tribute productions celebrating the music of The Who.

Paul Finbow

Drums & Vocals
Also Known As: “Ivan Drago”
Paul began his musical career in England, where he earned a recording contract with JLM. Since moving to the United States in the mid-1980s, he has remained an active and accomplished performer on the American music scene.

Bob Jenkin

Drums
Bob has been performing for more than 40 years. Since retiring from his day job, he has become one of the area’s most in-demand guest drummers, regularly performing with a wide variety of bands and artists.

Jim Keegan

Lead Guitar & Vocals
Jim is a highly regarded rockabilly and blues guitarist who has performed throughout the area for more than 40 years. During the mid-1980s, he also released music through an independent record-label agreement.