Saturday June
Guitar, Vocals
Steve, the bandleader, composer and cofounder of the Saturday June Band has been entertaining in the Midwest for 20 years. His performing credits include stints with Ooze Magazine, the Pace, Fred Winston band and Chariot ( a band which also featured a fellow by the name of Eddie Vedder). Steve and Saturday June Band have performed at Chicagofest, Taste of Chicago, Arlington Race Track, Navy Pier, the Park West and Ravinia , as well as Notre Dame, Northwestern and Marquette Universities and played for both the Chicago White Sox and the Chicago Bulls. His bands have shared the bill with such notables as Steve Goodman, the Turtles, the Stranglers, X, the Outlaws, and the Kings. In addition, his guitar and vocal credits include playing live with Hound Dog Taylor and recording with Richie Havens. Chicago Magazine labeled his band “One of the Good Ones” J records (Alicia Keyes, Luther Vandross) VP of A&R, James Diener, has described Steve as a “strong musician and solid composer”. He is currently recording his third studio album.
Jim Glay
Drums
Jim has been playing drums for 60 years and has studied under Max Mariash, a graduate of the Roy Knapp percussion school in Chicago. This included graduates such as Gene Krupa, Louie Bellson, and Hal Blaine. A master of his craft, Jim has played drums in a variety of genres from jazz to German dance bands. That said, his specialty and passion is pop and rock n roll. As a long term member of the Saturday June Band, Jim brings his talents to cities throughout the midwest for thousands of lucky listeners and fans every year. A true musician, Jim teaches drums to the next generation to ensure that the music lives on!
David Kessler
David is an up and coming young guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter out of Chicago also known as half of the popular acoustic duo "Daver & Gabe". A musician from day one, David started on piano at age 5 and never looked back. Between piano, guitar, bass, trombone, cello, banjo, electronic production and more, David is a creative multi-instrumentalist who plays across a variety of genres. Drawing influences from the likes of Stevie Ray Vaughn, Albert King, John Mayer, Gary Moore, Jerry Garcia, and others, he plays with tasteful diversity and a real passion for guitar; you are sure to hear some familiar licks when you come to an SJB show!
Kevon Smith
Lead Guitar
Kevon is a legendary guitarist who has played and toured with acts including George Clinton, The Stray Cats, Buddy Miles, Albert King, and Mick Jagger. Truly one of the best guitar players in Chicago (and really anywhere), Kevon is an accomplished guitarist and recording artist who has spent decades on the Chicago music scene. He plays like Hendrix and sometimes if you close your eyes, it's tough to tell the difference. From tasteful melodies to ripping licks, Kevon adds his own flare on everything. He's an unmissable presence in the band and needs to be seen live to truly be appreciated.
Dr. Mark Hill
Bass, Vocals
Dr. Mark (a surgeon and Professor) is a multi-instrumentalist and singer who paid his way through college and medical school by being a "wedding singer". His father was a well-known session jazz guitarist playing with Les Paul, Wes Montgomery, Tal Farlow, and Johnny Smith. Dr. Mark is best known for his popular well-known "doctor" band-Dr. Mark and the Sutures, now entering their 40th year together. He has performed at Allstate Arena, Ravinia Festival, Country Thunder, and Taste of Chicago, opening for Tim McGraw, Martina McBride, and Randy Travis. The music is his beloved avocation.