Don Caffey

Lead Singer, Guitarist

Don ‘s favorite honor was performing to help fundraisers for Hope for the Warriors and Helping Hands Foundation at Adventureland amusement park. He also performed at the Jones Beach Fourth of July firework show in partnership with a number of local radio stations. Don’s ELVIS SHOWS at the Sheraton Towers in Manhattan opening up for the legendary CAPRIS was also an incredible honor and memory.

He has performed on multiple cruise ships. Don actually studied opera in college, and he also played in several local bands on Long Island (notably Big Daddy Deluxe, Rhythm & Strings and Graceland’s Gate band.)

Growing up Toby Keith’s music inspired Don with its stories of real life, hard work and patriotism. Now Don gets to share that same spirit on stage, honoring Toby’s legacy while putting his own heart into every song.

Geri Griff

Lead Vocals, Backup Vocals & Harmony Vocals

The last couple of years have given me the opportunity to reignite my love of music, particularly country and southern rock.

Performing with several Long Island bands, including Gracelands Gate Band, has turned it into the birth of a dream I didn't know I had and could never have imagined.

Childhood memories, listening to music, always engaged my soul and spirit and made me sing out loud.

Today I do get to sing out loud and I'm thrilled to be a part of American Ride: A Tribute to Toby Keith, and pay homage to the man who brought us such joy with his trailblazing music and deep love of country and loyalty woven into his lyrics.

Eddie Jennings

Bassist

Bass guitarist formerly with the legendary SixGun group. Performed in concert with Alabama, Marshall Tucker Band, Charlie Daniel's Band, George Strait, Waylon Jennings and many more! Eddie has performed in Finland, on cruise ships, at festivals & resorts.

Eddie was also formerly with CBS, Nashville and SGM recordings in addition to numerous studio sessions.

Eddie plays 4, 5 and 6 string bass.

Throughout the school year, Ed plays bass and piano with the St. Patrick's RC Church Youth Group in his hometown of Smithtown, New York.

Doug Johnasson

Lead Vocals

Douglas Johansson is a seasoned guitar player and singer who has been a staple in the Tri-State area music scene for decades. He has had the distinction of headlining the Riverhead Blues Festival with his friend and bandmate, who was Joe Cocker's lead guitarist for many years. Following his transition to country music, he quickly gained recognition as a top guitar slinger on the East Coast country scene.

He has had the privilege of sharing stages with notable artists such as Brooks & Dunn, Lee Brice, The Mavericks, Dierks Bentley, Steve Holly, and Quiet Riot. He has had the honor of headlining Countryfest in Riverhead on multiple occasions.

Doug's passion for music extends beyond his playing skills, as he is also a discerning guitar collector and guitar coach. One of his prized instruments was personally purchased by Zac Brown, and he has had the opportunity to sell guitars to international artists. His performance credentials include a notable appearance at the esteemed Ernest Tubb Theater in Nashville, where he shared the stage with the Grand Ole Opry House Band. Music is an integral part of Doug's life, and his dedication to his craft and his guitar collection is evident.

Carmine Notaro

Drummer & Lead Vocals

Gene Sacca

Keyboardist

Gene has been playing music since he was ten years old and has played professionally for many years. Gene has excelled as a studio musician, jingle writer/producer and keyboardist for many different bands in New York and the surrounding area.

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