We are The Beverly Thrillbillies
An exciting blend of Rockabilly Outlaw Country with a dash of Classic Rock.
Consisting of some of the most talented musicians in Alberta, The Thrillbillies have been rockin' for 5 years. This band will entertain you with their musical flair and keep you laughing with their off-the-cuff humor.
If you can't dance to this band ... you just can't dance!
MIKE LOWNSBROUGH
LEAD VOCALS, SONG WRITER
Mike always wanted to have two small wives and baby. He grew up in the limelight. His dad was the back-up, back-up drummer for Tommy Hunter and then The Archies. His mom was a professional bowler who gave it up for sex because it was less strenuous and the balls were lighter. Mike is best known from his days as a sports announcer on Calgary 7 TV, Sports@11. He has been performing with various bands in the Calgary area for 25 years. A singer songwriter with 2 cds to his credit; Leave The Past Behind and Small Town Big Trouble with Reputation and Heavens Got A Back Door getting airplay in the Canadian market.
BRENT SAKLOFSKE
MUSICAL DIRECTOR, GUITAR, VOCALS
At 16 years old, Brent joined the Grateful Dead on stage and at 21 he opened for Kiss! Brent has performed with Grammy Award winners Ronnie Spector, Irene Cara, Florence Larue (5th Dimension) and other legends such as Ray Griff and Percy Sledge. He has also performed with the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra including with The New York Voices and solo mandolin for the Italian Cinema concert. Brent held the guitar chair at Stage West for over 10 years, played for touring shows at the Jubilee Auditorium, Jack Singer Concert Hall and a regular with the Prime Time Big Band. Nominations for WCMA and YYC music awards. He has 4 solo albums that have had success in many countries travelling to Europe and the Caribbean to perform and collaborate with artists from around the world.
JOHN THIEL
LEAD GUITAR, BACKUP VOCALS
Recording became a passion and upon relocating to Calgary he focused on session playing and producing projects for artists, while continuing to perform with many of Canada’s top artists. John has appeared on over 75 full albums, and has produced over half of those projects. In addition, he has played on and produced hundreds of demos, ep’s, jingles, commercials, documentaries and soundtracks. John currently acts as Producer, Arranger, Engineer and Studio Manager at Horizon Music.
PHIL KRAWCZUK
DRUMMER
Born and raised in Calgary, Gary has been a professional musician for more than 30 years. He has travelled across the world playing with different types of bands from country, jazz rock and funk. Gary also has many recording and Television credits and is currently playing close to home involved in many different genres of projects. His focus is on playing, writing and how to apply the drums to become a more melodic instrument. Gary strives to become a better player everyday and contributes a strong creative foundation to all projects he is involved with.
FRANK WINDSOR
GUITAR, KEYBOARD, VOCALS
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DANNY ZANE
ELECTRIC BASS
Originally from Montreal, Dan has worked professionally as a bassist and vocalist in many successful bands since the early 70’s. His experience ranges from the well known Montreal 50’s show act The Desoto’s to Calgary bands The White Zone, The Walkers, recording acts The Kidds/Generra, The Deputies and of course GUNN. Danny has also found himself on stages opening up for Kim Mitchell and Jeff Healy and most recently was seen performing shows with the legendary Ray Griff. Dan provides musical insight and is always pushing to make sure the band isn’t just good but great!
