EAGLES RONSTADT EXPERIENCE - BIOS
RANDY WOOLFORD
(electric & acoustic guitars, lead & backing vocals)
Randy is a Berkeley School of Music graduate, seasoned musician, singer, songwriter, producer and recording artist. An original member of the national Celtic rock band “The Young Dubliners”, he has performed throughout the world sharing the stage with many well known acts: Van Morrison, Elvis Costello, Robert Cray, Jethro Tull, John Hiatt, Chris Isaak, Jonny Lang, Collective Soul, etc. He has appeared on the Tonight Show, The Late Late Show (Ireland's version), the Home & Family Christmas Show, The Last Don, Power Rangers, Fast Getaway, etc... Randy’s vocals and likeness to Glen Frey will fool you! His harmony blends are flawlessly executed. "Take It Easy" rocks, and his soulful "Tequila Sunrise", sensitive "New Kid In Town" and powerful "Already Gone" are equally impressive. Randy's electric and acoustic guitar work are also remarkable, and combined with his humorous friendly stage presence, audiences everywhere are wowed!
DAN HILL
(bass, lead & backing vocals)
Dan, originally from Chicago, cut his teeth playing bass and singing lead and harmony vocals in worship bands, and local rock/dance groups. He has performed for a number of years throughout Southern California in many well-known cover bands and tribute acts. His versatile voice, incredible range, and rock solid bass are a significant highlight of The Eagles Ronstadt Experience. His voice convincingly delivers the lyrical rasp of Don Henley on"Desperado", his range, power and vocal blend on "Witchy Woman", the dulcet tenor of Timothy B. Schmidt's "I Can't Tell You Why", and the soaring range of Randy Meisner's "Take It to the Limit" boasts of his incredible versatility. His musical feel and energy drives up-tempo rockers while also filling ballads with melodic sensitivity. Dan's hilarious and beloved stage personality lend to a remarkable connection with our audience members each and every performance!
RICHARD YOUNG
(electric guitars, b bender, lap steel, slide, mandolin, banjo)
Richard is originally from Ohio. He is an active studio musician, producer, songwriter and music director. Some of the artists/musicians he has worked with include Timothy B. Schmit (Eagles,Poco), Andrew Gold (Linda Ronstadt, America), Tom Walsh (Paul McCartney, America) and Peter Bernstein. Richard has appeared in concert with 2013 Grammy Award Winner Little Big Town, 2014 Grammy Award Winner Kacey Musgraves, Cowboy Troy, Jaron and The Long Road To Love, Kixx Brooks (Brooks & Dunn), Eddie Money, Justin Moore, Rodney Atkins, Josh Thompson, Sunny Ledfurd, Eden’s Edge, John Pardi and Charlie Worsham. His playing has been featured on numerous national commercials, television and film scores as well as artist CD’s. He has performed in concert and club venues throughout the United States with country, rock, folk, Motown, world and classical ensembles.
KIM WOOLFORD
(lead and backing vocals)
Kim, singer/songwriter, was born into a musical family and fed a steady diet of gospel music giving her the gift of harmony very early. Her outstanding voice brings authenticity, power, poetry and the rare lyrical sensitivity of Linda Ronstadt to all performances. She excels in all aspects of the Ronstadt repertoire from the nostalgic lyricism of “Blue Bayou;” the rockin’ sass of “Tumblin’ Dice;” the Motown exuberance of “Heat Wave;” and the rock truth telling of “You’re No Good.” Dynamics in each delivery, "vulnerability mixed with grit", is her specialty. Kim's rendition of "Long Long Time" leaves audiences stunned. Her vocal range and power has contributed to pro opportunities at major venues [Home & Family Show, House of Blues Hollywood, the Troubadour, NAMM Artists, Club Lingerie, etc...] and recording sessions with upcoming/signed artists [Young Dubliners, Brooke McCarter]. Her unparalleled back up vocals add a lush resonance to all Eagles songs, and her reincarnation of Linda transforms the entire Eagles Ronstadt Experience!
DAN HALEY
(keyboards, electric guitar, lead & backing vocals)
Dan is an incredibly talented keyboardist- guitarist-vocalist. Dan covers the most notable piano, Fender Rhodes and organ parts with the band. His musical versatility includes his electric rhythm guitar work, and his strong lead and harmony vocals. Dan’s keyboard expertise and sensitivity are featured on “Desperado” and numerous Linda Ronstadt songs, including the tresillo rhythmic "heartbeat" feel in "Blue Bayou", the driving and rhythmically syncopated piano progression in "Just One Look", and the lush strings sounds in "Long Long Time" . He has been in multiple music ensembles for nearly 40 years, and he has recorded and produced movie, television and radio scores. He also provides curriculum for school music programs. His vast musical experience truly contributes to his great performances and the big success of the Eagles Ronstadt Experience.
BILL MCDOWELL
(drums, percussion, lead & back up vocals)
A Pittsburg native, Bill was raised on a diet of Rock, Blues, Country, R&B and Pop. His rock solid, versatile drumming and vocal talent garnered him engagements in pro bands starting in high school. He moved to Los Angeles with his hometown original band “Tempest” and played all the major LA original music venues: The Whiskey, The Roxy, The Troubadour etc. After leaving “Tempest,” Bill performed with various bands at both local and national venues: The Ford Theatre, House of Blues, Agora Theatre, Buddy Guys in Chicago. He has shared the stage with Wild Cherry, Men Without Hats and Janet Gardener of Vixen. Bill's vast musical experience, his incredible vocal range, harmony chops and connection with audiences hugely lead to the continued success enjoyed by Eagles Ronstadt Experience.