"The Flashback's" is an Elvis Band that delivers some good Old Fashioned "Rock n Roll". 50's...60's...70's... We are based in Marin/Sonoma Counties
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Barry Costa - Lead Singer - Co-Founder "The Flashback's"Barry began singing publicly in 1987, and enjoyed being primarily a Background Vocalist. This all changed in 2003, with the role of the Pharaoh in Novato's production of "Joseph and his Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat". Also known as "ELFIS" around the Christmas Holidays, Barry enjoys performing at Senior and Children facilities, many Charity events including his favorite American Cancer Society's "Relay for Life". "I've been an Elvis/Beatles/Beach Boys fan all of my life. There are so MANY other Musical influences, but the list is much too long to mention. I never try to duplicate Elvis. I simply try to make people SMILE & have a good time remembering a very talented & influential man!"
Joe Mangione - Rhythym Guitar/Vocals/Co-Founder "The Flashback's".Joe began playing guitar at 14 years old after hearing Elvis and the Beatles. Joined a band, and lived the Rock n Roll lifestyle for many years. I met my wife and have been happily married for over 20 years, and "YES", she still lets me do what I love... "Playing Music!" We have a terrific son in his mid 20's, who has followed in my footsteps, playing guitar. Life is good and you can't go wrong when you start the day with a song!
Tom McIntyre - Lead Guitar/VocalsTom has driven an Ice Cream truck, painted Carnival Fun Houses, taught Comedy Traffic School, "tried" selling Firefighter's Ball tickets over the phone, and now plays Guitar with "The Flashback's". Definitely a step up! Stage name: Tom McIntyre.
Rick (gRingo) Pate - Drums/PercussionRick began drumming as a kid back in West Texas. In 2002 he played with the Surf Rock Band "North of Malibu", including playing on their album, "Impact Zone", and also recorded with "NOM", numerous other songs, one of which appears in a Rob Zombie movie. Rick also drummed for "The Ragtag Variety Band out of Sebastopol CA., featuring the original work of Jennifer Lynn Scott. Currently Rick drums with a local classic Rock Cover Band and of course with "The Flashback's!" When not drumming, Rick works as a small town architect and promotes his recently published book. See more at my web site: www.rkpate.com.
Mike Gordinier - Bass Guitar(Fender Jazz Bass)/VocalsMike learned to play the Guitar at age 9. Began playing Bass during the Disco era (about 1978) by playing the bottom strings on his Acoustic Guitar. Worked one summer in order to buy my first Bass Guitar, a French Telecaster Bass. "As a teenager, I sang in a Church Choir for 3 years. I discovered Elvis Presley in my early 20's and became a huge fan. I have played Bass in various Bands. I enjoy singing Karaoke when I get the chance. I sometimes play Guitar and sing Cover Tunes at "Open-Mic's".
I'm from San Diego, moved to Sonoma County in 1990. I have a Bachelors Degree in Business/Accounting from Sonoma State University. I am retired, & my favorite past employment was Broadcasting T.V. programs for KRCB Public Television in Rohnert Park.