Rick Cortez, Front Man, Vocals and Lead Guitar

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As a young boy Rick watched his father play guitar and by the age 10, Rick was performing at his 4th grade talent show! During his high school years he continued to hone his passion for the guitar by playing with several local bands.

 

It was around this time that he heard a band called Cream on the radio. He soon developed desire to mix rock and blues with high impact energy rhythms, This style of music instilled a deep appreciation for the guitar work of Eric Clapton.

 

During his high school years, Rick teamed up with band mate Peter King and performed with a band named Napoleon. They toured oversees playing shows for the United States Department of Defense. They played in various destinations like Greenland, the Mediterranean and the Orient. Rick is now continuing his passion as Lead guitarist and Vocalist with "After Midnight" band.