Who Is IX Lives?
 
 
 
 
 
 

Who Is IX Lives?

 

 

IX Lives was originally formed in 2001 out of the remnants of several Madison, Wisconsin based bands. The band has always taken pride in avoiding the "same old 40 songs" that other area band play. The focus has been on popular and familiar songs, in many cases which are more technically difficult musically and vocally. The result is that you will hear a unique blend of music that you will normally not hear when you see other bands.

IX Lives plays a good crossover of high energy rock music that appeals to most all ages. The band has identified many of the great tunes from the 70s and 80s that have an enduring quality and were played by bands that remain popular to this day such as Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd and others. At the same time, the band takes great care to select songs that were popular from those bands, but avoids the songs that are more commonly done by other bands.

The end result is an energetic, original show, with unexpected twists and turns on every corner.

IX Lives is not your usual "shoe staring" type band. A IX Lives show is full of energy with something to constantly draw your eye. The band uses first rate sound and lighting systems which is necessary in order to recreate the rock and roll concert ambiance.

Over the years IX Lives has played at such popular venues as Summerfest in Milwaukee (3 years), Rockfest in Cadot, Wisconsin, and Navy Pier in Chicago, Illinois. They have warmed up crowds for a variety of big name acts such as Godsmack, Boston, Poison, Eddy Money, Peter Frampton, the Bangles and 3 Days Grace.

IX Lives plans to continue rocking for as long as people continue coming to see them perform. We love to hang out and party with people who care enough to come and see us. So if you come to see us, plan on being on your feet and having a few cocktails.

 

Band Lineup

John "JJ" Fisher - JJ is our primary guitarist but shares lead responsibilities with CC on songs that call for two lead guitars. John is one of the original founders of the band.

Cailyn "CC" Lloyd - "CC" is the token "chick" in the band. However, unlike most bands' token chicks, Cailyn is not our main singer. She also plays a smokin' guitar and a smokin' bass. You will enjoy watching her play. In fact at most shows people line up in front of her just to watch her.

Gary "El Barno" DeBruin - Gary is our lead vocalist and has a very gifted voice and is a highly energetic performer. Gary's vocal talent and extended range permit the band to play a variety of songs that other bands cannot cover. Gary is the most recent addition to the IX-Lives lineup.

Tom "Tbone" Wroblewski - Tbone plays a mean set of keys and adds texture to the band's sound. Tbone is our social butterfly and band aerobics instructor. If you follow his lead, you are guaranteed to burn a minimum of 1,000 calories at our shows; making us the only band around that also offers a complete cardio workout at every show.

Dave "Bam Bam " Belk - Dave plays drums. Dave is only a drummer but the band very cordially lets him hang out with them and even sit at the "big kids" table when they share meals.....sometimes. Dave is famous for drinking beer out of a tippy cup and hitting the drums so hard that guitars fall out of their stands. He is a constant target of pranks and glaring looks; particularly from the guitarists.

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