I first met Tyler briefly at an open jam in the summer of 2024, but it wasn’t until November—when he showed up to a jam I hosted—that I really got to hear him play. I was immediately taken with his musicianship, especially considering how little time he had been playing compared to most guitarists at his level.

When it comes to bringing another guitarist into my band, chops aren’t the main thing I look for. What matters to me is whether they know how to play with other people—how to complement other instruments in an ensemble, whether by adjusting their tone, reworking a passage, or simply listening and reacting to the band in real time. Tyler has that instinct naturally. On top of that, he’s technique-wise a far better player than I am, despite having played for only a fraction of the time I have.

Tyler brings searing leads and soulful phrasing to the ChanceBTW Band, channeling the legendary influences of Jimmy Page, Eric Clapton, and Jeff Beck. A seasoned guitarist, he’s already graced the stage at the Orlando Blues Festival, showcasing his mastery of tone and technique. His dedication to the craft is undeniable—just ask him about his gear, which is worth more than his car.

Tyler inspires me not just as a guitarist, but as a mentor. As both a music educator and a professional musician, I often think about the things I wish I had known or been told when I was at his stage of playing. I can only hope to be the person to him that I wish I had when I was coming up.

Kevin is a musician’s musician. Some players, like myself, have a working knowledge of multiple instruments and can get through a gig on most of them—but Kevin truly lives every instrument he picks up. I may be a bass player who can sing, play guitar, drums, and keys, but Kevin is a guitarist, a vocalist, a bassist, and a drummer. That depth of musicianship makes him my first choice as a fill-in for any instrument, in any genre, at any time.

We met through college and open mic nights, instantly clicking over a shared passion for music, specifically screaming out 'Warning' by Green Day at the top of our lungs at a jam session. From the start, his versatility and feel set him apart. His resume reflects that—he played bass at the Vettys Inaugural Ball in 2017, performed with bands like Three Beards, Freight Train Holiday, and The Bourbon Brothers, and even played guitar for a National Anthem rendition at New Smyrna Speedway for the NASCAR Weekly Series.

Kevin’s influences span Grunge, Rock, Funk, and Blues, drawing from legends like Chris Cornell, Matt Greiner, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Dave Grohl, and Tom DeLonge. But his creativity doesn’t stop at music. He’s been an avid photographer for seven years, builds custom studio furniture, and is currently pursuing a Master’s in Film after earning a B.S. in Recording Arts (Class of ‘24).

Kevin isn’t just a bandmate—he’s a creative force, a dedicated musician, and someone who constantly pushes the people around him to be better.

Julie is one of the few vocalists I trust to just sing—but don’t let that fool you, because when I call upon her to play an instrument, she delivers. She’s a powerhouse vocalist and a master of her craft, someone I feel truly honored to share a stage with every time we perform.

We met in college, where in our very first class together, we were paired for a songwriting exercise. That’s when we realized we had similar yet complementary approaches to writing—where one of us had a gap, the other naturally filled it. That chemistry has only grown over time, leading to our acoustic duo, our work together in Stella-Fi, and now, her slow but steady integration as a co-vocalist and rhythm guitarist for The ChanceBTW Band.

Julie is a professional vocalist and frontwoman for Jules and The Casino, with a degree in Music Production from Full Sail University. She brings raw energy and emotion to every performance, pulling inspiration from primarily metal, hard rock and alternative artists like Ghost, Halestorm, Shinedown, and Flyleaf. And if you need proof of her dedication to the craft, here’s a fun fact—she’s deaf in one ear, yet still delivers vocals with power, control, and presence.

Beyond our work together in this band, I fully intend to help her pursue greater endeavors as an artist in whatever way I can—because Julie isn’t just a phenomenal singer, she’s a force to be reckoned with.

Geo has been in and out of many bands, but somehow, we found our way to playing together. We met at an open jam, where week after week, he offered to play bass for me. Then, during an impromptu jam at his house, we officially became bandmates. Since then, we’ve not only played together but recruited each other for various projects, solidifying a musical partnership built on trust and groove.

His influences pull from Flea, Cory Wong, Joe Dart, reggae, funk, and indie electronic, which gives him a style that’s both tight and dynamic. But what really sets Geo apart is his dedication to feel and tone—he primarily plays flatwound strings, which isn’t something you’d expect from a bassist who leans into funk. Getting a great slap tone out of flats is a challenge, but Geo makes it work through sheer control and force. Every show, he brings everything he has, and it impresses me every time.

Geo is a player I trust with my life. He downplays his own skill, but when I hand him a setlist of 30 songs in a style he isn’t used to, with a deadline to learn them, he delivers—every time. And not only does he play the songs, he plays them well, adding his own touch in a way that makes him stand out without ever stepping on the rest of the band.

Simply put, Geo gets it. That’s why I trust him, why I keep calling him, and why he’s a crucial part of The ChanceBTW Band.

Ezra comes straight out of the Delta South blues scene, having been surrounded by both old and new Blues Hall of Famers his entire life. That deep musical heritage runs through everything he plays, blending with his broad influences—from Charlie Parker and Prince to James Brown, Clyde Stubblefield, Jimi Hendrix, and Mitch Mitchell—to create a style that’s equal parts Jazz, Blues, Rock, Funk, and Reggae.

We first crossed paths in rehearsals for a band that never got off the ground, but I quickly realized Ezra was the drummer I wanted in my corner. I recruited him for a few projects, and eventually, we both found ourselves in The Lost Tropics, a reggae band based out of Central Florida. When we moved on to pursue greater projects, one thing never changed—when I need a drummer, Ezra is my first call.

His feel and dynamics match my playing in a way that makes communication almost telepathic. I don’t have to say what I want from him in a song—he already knows. That kind of instinct isn’t something you can teach, and it’s why he’s my first choice behind the kit every time.

And here’s something most people don’t know—Ezra can sing. In fact, he’s the best singer in The ChanceBTW Band, even though he doesn’t take the mic during our performances.

Ezra isn’t just a drummer; he’s a musician through and through, and anytime I’m building a band, he’s the first piece of the puzzle.