Biography
Biography:
Who are they: THE POINTE What kind of music: Rock, Blues, Country, Alternative and Originals. Cover songs from Elvis Presley to Beatles, Lynyrd Skynyrd to Bon Jovi & Fuel to Garth Brooks. THE POINTE The members of The Pointe met around 7 years ago. Chris & Dave met through acquaintances at work to start a project called RainMaker. From RainMaker they formed another band called FAIRGAME. This is where Rich & Jason came in. Rich was recruited into the band as a 1st time bass player and amazed everyone. Jason was recruited into FairGame by Dave whom he met through work. After a couple of years together the current lineup decided to take things a step further and form another band which is known today as THE POINTE. Rich left The Pointe to spend time with his family and we all welcome Jim. A hard working and talented Bass player. They remain driven by their own common bond of playing and writing music. The original songs produced by this band are a culmination of years of musical ideas and influences. The impetus in forming this project was writing, and recording their own original songs, and that’s how they got to THE POINTE. THE POINTE BAND BIO Jason Kelly – Electric, Acoustic & 12-String Guitars: Jason provides a fresh writing and playing style that lends an eclectic sound to the music. He has a strong on-stage presence that definitely brings out the feeling of the songs. Chris Bloomer – Electric, Acoustic Guitars & More: Chris has a unique playing & writing style that is a good compliment to any musician. With the use of his many effects pedals Chris’ musical soul definitely bleeds through in everything he does. Jim Blevins – Bass & Vocals: Jim “Dookie” Blevins Jim got the urge to start playing Bass Guitar after seeing Roger Waters “In The Flesh” tour in Pittsburgh, August 1999. That is what started it all. Jim’s goal was to learn “Money” then play the Dark Side Of The Moon album. Well after lots of time practicing alone I was able to “Git-R-Done”. David Seretti – Percussion, Lead & Backup Vocals: Dave is a solid hard hitting drummer providing the right amount of punch to the aggressive songs and the right amount of flare to the slow songs. Vocally Dave brings the soul of the songs written by The Pointe out to the forefront with a pleasing style to the ear.
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