Rodgers and Co. celebrates Legendary Grammy-nominated frontman Paul Rodgers and the iconic bands Bad Company, Free and The Firm.
Paul is a musical innovator who has successfully reinvented himself over the course of a five-decade career. Ranked as one of the Greatest Singers of All Time by Rolling Stone Magazine, Paul is a multi-faceted creative force in the genres of Rock, Blues and Classic Rock. His powerhouse delivery combined with his impeccable songwriting and peerless showmanship has produced over 125 million records sold and helped redefine Rock ’N’ Roll.
Rodgers and Co. is honored to tribute the man known as
“The Voice”.
THE BAND
Brad Johnson - Lead Vocals
From Akron, Ohio, Brad delivers the powerhouse vocals Paul Rodgers is acclaimed for. His influences are diverse and include the likes of Robert Plant, Freddie Mercury, Paul McCartney, John Waite, Steve Perry and of course Paul Rodgers! Brad can also be seen fronting the popular cover band “Eclipse - Akron's Classic Rock Tribute” and “Formula 4”, a Progressive Rock cover band.
Frank Bonvenuto - Lead Guitar and Vocals
Originally from Point Marion, PA, Frank began playing guitar at the age of 8. He was heavily influenced by classic rock greats such as Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, Jimmy Page, Jeff Beck, Mick Ralphs, Paul Kossoff and Eddie Van Halen. Frank can also be seen with the popular cover band “Eclipse-Akron's Classic Rock Tribute".
Doug Knipp - Bass and Vocals
Doug is from Akron, Ohio and holds down the bottom end for Rodgers and Co. He can also be seen with the popular cover band “My Drunken Uncle”.
Rick Arrendale - Drums
Rick Arrendale is a progressive rock drummer from Akron, Ohio. He has traveled the eastern US & Canada with an original band Mandrin Cypher in the late '70's. Rick has performed with over 45 popular area bands such as : Dark Side of the Moon, Morrison Hotel, Cleveland's Breakfast Club. Ricks musical roots & influences come from Bad Company, Kansas, Yes, Led Zeppelin. His biggest drum heroes are John Bonham, Phil Ehart, Neil Peart, Simon Kirke & others. He also performs with “Best of Times” a Styx tribute.