EVIL WOMEN – The American ELO

Born in Long Island, New York, Kevin is a Virginia-based musician playing in a variety of tribute and cover bands since 2009.A founding member of Evil Woman–The AmericanELO, Kevin has been an integral part of the band’s success. When not on the road performing, in the studio recording, or helping plan the band’s next gig, Kevin likes pina coladas, getting caught in the rain, and collecting model trains.

Nigel studied at the Crane School of Music in Potsdam, NY. He has been writing, producing, and recording music for over 40 years. He has performed as an entertainer and produced “live” shows all over the World. A founding member of Evil Woman–The American ELO, his passion for music, attention to detail, and enigmatic personality have led the band to great heights, and he continues to open up new opportunities for the future of the band. When he’s not touring with Evil Woman–The American ELO, or the Right On! Band you’ll find him enjoying time with his family and planning the next great adventure.

Robert is a music instructor and owner of Music Makers in Virginia Beach, Virginia where he teaches an array of instruments including piano, voice, guitar, and drums along with coaching bands of all ages. He has toured the country and around the world playing concerts in Indonesia, Australia, Russia, and Japan as a touring member for the Norfolk-based rock group, MAE (Capitol Records). Along with singing and tickling the ivories for Evil Woman-The American ELO, he performs regular gigs around Hampton Roads and out of town as an acoustic duo (music player), the original band (Ladada), Fleetwood Mac tribute band (Secondhand Dreams), and The B-52’s tribute band (The B-53’s). When he’s not teaching, listening to, creating, or performing music, you might find Robert biking along the beach, filming his “A Day in the Life of” videos for Instagram and YouTube, writing his blog, or chilling with his super suave cat, Elvis.

A native ofWashington, D.C. Leon attended The Oberlin Conservatory of Music majoring in Percussion and Jazz Studies and Graduate Studies at the University of California SanDiego.From there he has performed with the Ashland Symphony Orchestra, New OrleansPhilharmonic Orchestra, Freddie Hubbard, the Neville Brothers, Dr. John, Mary Wilson, theO’Jays, House Orchestras at Caesars Palace and the Aladdin Casinos in Las Vegas,Nevada and the U.S Navy Steel Drum Band in New Orleans, LA. In 2008 he composed, arranged and was music producer for the soundtrack of the film documentary, Allah MadeMe Funny. He was Head of Percussion Instruction at the United States Armed ForcesSchool of Music in Norfolk, VA, has served as percussionist and Unit Leader for the U.S.Navy Band Cruisers the Navy’s Premier Contemporary Ensemble at the United States Navy Band in Washington, D.C. for over 28 years of military service. With his company Drummi Man Productions he continues to compose music for commercials and television with client’s throughout the U. S., Canada, Europe and Dubai. As a dedicated Educator, he is presently Head of Percussion at the Academy of the Performing Arts High School in Suitland, MD and also instructor in Percussion Education at The New View Academy inBaton Rouge, LA.

Ron Halsey here and I’ve been playing electric and acoustic guitar since I was 15 (nearly 3 years now ;D).I was born in West Virginia, and playing Bluegrass wasn’t just encouraged, it was the law. Being a rebel, I fled and gravitated over to The Beatles and classic rock(Rush, Zep, Aerosmith, and of course ELO).I played in several club bands around Virginia before moving to California, where I landed with the indie recording group The Mineral Kings. Not getting “rich” or “famous” (I would’ve taken either one) I got a regular job as a music pastor. Pay was average but the benefits were “out of this world,” or so I was told. Next, I moved back to Virginia, where I have continued to be involved with music as a guitarist with several local bands, as well as Evil Woman–The American ELO. I’ve additionally done a couple of soundtracks for some indie films and recorded with many local artists. Future plans include becoming “rich” or “famous” (I’ll take either one).

As a 2020 member of the Evil Woman –The American ELO project, Michael seized the invitation to play alongside “the finest musicians and join the most magical show ever.”Michael has played all over the U.S. throughout his musical tenure as part of cover bands and performing original music, including playing several shows for Chuck Berry over a period of two years when he was 19. British Invasion and American R&B remain his first love, but also records and plays country. Michael is also a founding member of WilderHorses, a Rolling Stones tribute band based in Virginia. Michael enjoys repairing, restoring, and building guitars in his workshop when not playing. He can “MacGyver” just about anything in a pinch!

Based out of Orlando, Florida, Nancy is an accomplished classical violinist, multi-instrumentalist, studio musician and recording artist.During her 18-year symphonic career Nancy performed with many orchestras and symphonies includingThe FloridaOrchestra, Tampa Bay Chamber Ensemble, and Savannah Symphony.She has performed numerous operas including Die Fledermaus and Tosca. In addition to performingSleepingBeauty with The National Ballet of Canada, Nancy has performedOff Broadway Musicals at ArtPark State Theater, Lewiston, New York.Crossing over to the contemporary field, she also works as a member of the Walt Disney World Orchestra and the CandlelightProcessional. In addition to performing and touring with such luminaries as Natalie Cole(Unforgettable Tour) andRay Charles(Uh-Huh Tour),Nancy has performed alongside many incredible and well-known musicians includingJohnny Mathis, Tony Bennett, LizaMinnelli, Dionne Warwick, Amy Grant, Bernadette Peters, Wayne Newton, Donna Summer,NSYNC,Moody Blues, Kansas, Rod Stewart and Peter Cetera/Chicago to name just a few. Nancy now works in various positions in the music industry including conducting, ensemble and audition coaching, contracting and performing with her group SynergyStrings.Checkout her latest original recording on YouTube: “Nancy Crockford, The Fiddlin’ Pirate!”When she’s not wrapped up in music, she likes to spend her free time hanging out in the woods with a hot cup of coffee and watch the fireflies.

A Virginia Beach native, born in Norfolk, VA, Casey sings and plays both the violin and keys. A natural performer and artist, Casey loves to create music and has produced several tracks which are available on YouTube and Spotify(you can find her there under her artist name Copelana)! In addition to performing, she teaches music lessons in Virginia Beach, plays as a professional wedding ceremonial violinist, and spends her free time producing and writing music. When she’s not touring with Evil Woman–The American ELO, you can find her onstage in the band’s Request Station and All That 90’sBand or on a Virginia Beach stage performing her original music as Copelana. Her favorite thing other than music is sunny weather and soaking up the rays at the beach.

Edwin Camacho began his musical journey playing first violin as first chair for the his school orchestra. After moving to Virginia Beach, VA, he began exploring other instruments such as piano, guitar, bass and cello, becoming well versed in each. He joined the national touring band Audio strobe light, playing piano and guitar, where he shared the stage with acts such as Manchester Orchestra, Coheed & Cambria, Taking Back Sunday and Cartel, to name a few. Along with touring with Audio strobe light ,Edwin has volunteered in various charitable organizations, like the Hope-N-Music organization, teaching children with autism how to play musical instruments. He also began a career as a studio producer and live sound engineer, where he worked many national shows for Disney and Live Nation at various amphitheaters and industry events. In 2022 he joined Evil Woman-The American ELO where he is furthering his career playing cello and filling in on keyboards when needed.

Antwan Gardner (bass guitar) is one of the newer band members to the “Evil Woman” family. For the past 10+ years, he has served the Memphis community as the piano and guitar teacher at Belle Forest Community School. Antwan started his musical journey at avery young age, taking piano lessons with his older brother Andwele. In elementary, he began learning the trombone which ignited a future love for the school band. While in high school, Antwan had the rare opportunity to play the harp and bassoon, as well as participate in a plethora of musical experiences. Antwan is a graduate of Norfolk State University where he received a Bachelor of Music Education (with a bassoon emphasis)degree. Antwan’s discography has a few album credits like J Dilla’s “Welcome to Detroit” and several songs with singer/songwriter “Dwele”. Prior to his move to Memphis, Antwan taught high school band, choir, guitar and music technology between Montross, VA and the South Suburbs of Chicago. In 2015, Antwan signed on as Assistant Band Director/Jazz Director at Lane College in Jackson, TN. In 2019, he began touring as the trumpet player in singer/songwriter Charlie Wilson’s band. Although interrupted by the pandemic, Antwan has maintained his love for music and education in his 15thyear as an educator.