Band Bios

ELVIS Elvis, of Elvis and the Roustabouts, has been performing professionally for over 12 years. From his first performance at a small convention to being cast in a multi-million dollar movie in Las Vegas, Elvis (and his name really is Elvis) has built a repertoire of over 300 songs. From the black leather outfit to a gold-studded black jumpsuit; the white sunburst jumpsuit and the famous Aloha from Hawaii American Eagle Suit, Elvis can take you from the movie years to the Comeback Special and on through to the Aloha and Vegas Years. Elvis and the Roustabouts perform at many conventions, casinos, and fairs throughout the country, and are known for their special tribute to Veterans. Elvis was recently featured on KXLY television in Spokane for the 25th Anniversary of Elvis Presley's death, and he is a regular guest on many local radio stations, including The Dean Jaxon show on Oldies 101.1 radio in Spokane. Elvis' voice is amazing, and he works exceptionally hard to recreate the magic and charisma that Elvis fans expect! He is wonderful with an audience during the shows - and after performances interacting with fans. He is used to frequently being stopped wherever he goes to pose for pictures and sign autographs. Elvis, like the original "E", was raised to generously give of himself to others; he frequently does benefit shows and appearances with The Roustabouts to help those in need.

Trish O'Connor Trish has been a vocalist for over 30 years and a flute/piccolo player for 24 years. Her voice is a VERY powerful soprano, and she is known for her large, 4 octave vocal range. Her vocal honors include the 1988 Washington State All-State Choir, 1986-88 WSU Honor Choir, EWMEA Solo/Ensemble Competition (1985 Superior Award and 1986-88 Gold Awards), Spokane Allied Arts Festival (1987 Superior Award), and Windbornne Singers (4 years). Trish has also performed the National Anthem for the Spokane Indians' Baseball games and has performed with the Eastern Washington University Chamber Singers and Symphonic Choir. Her instrumental honors include the 1986-88 WSU Honor Band (Principal Flute), EWMEA Solo/Ensemble Competition 1985-88 (4 Superior Awards), 4 years of marching and pep band, and she has performed with the EWU Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Band. A lifelong Elvis fan, Trish is honored to be working with this talented group of musicians. She also works in special education at an elementary school, and is a graduate student at Whitworth University in Spokane earning a Master in Education degree.

Jennifer McLaughlin Elvis and The Roustabouts are thrilled to have this wonderful singer with us! Jennifer started earning money for singing at 4 years of age. Her mother sang lead vocals for a marriachi band, and would often invite band members over to hear Jennifer and her sister sing! They emptied their pockets in the process! That was the beginning of Jennifer's love affair with music, and she went on to sing in school choir with the Spokane Symphony. She also sang in the church choir. In 1989, Jennifer began singing for The Bremer Brothers' "The Rocks" band. She was introduced into our band by Robert Bremer, and the addition of her harmonies and her wonderful personality have been a gift to us all!

Mike Vaughn Mike is a wonderful bass player who first played with Elvis and The Roustabouts a few years ago. He used to watch his dad play bass when he was a child, and it was then that Mike wanted to learn the instrument. Since then Mike has played for years, and he can't get enough! Mike truly feels blessed with the talent that has been given to him, and he plans on furthering his education related to his bass playing. He has played in many cover bands and has also played in several bands using original material. There really isn't much that Mike can't play! He has developed his own style of funky pop slap bass, while keeping the main focus on the roots. His influences range from Victor Wooten to Geddy Lee to Gerry Shiff, so you can say that Mike is a weird mut mix bass player! Mike likes to keep the sound of his bass as close to its original tone as possible, and he uses no effects or distortion - just clean Ampeg sound; the cleaner and crisper the sound the better! Rock on Mike - we are lucky to have you in our group!

Larry McDaniel Larry is the Joe Esposito to our Elvis! He has been Elvis' best friend for many years, and he is a very important part of our group. Larry comes to every show to coordinate our sales and greet the fans of Elvis and The Roustabouts. Larry has been with Elvis since he started performing - he even made Elvis' first suits! Larry's sales table is set up with Elvis and The Roustabouts tee shirts, keychains, teddy bears and much more. Larry made a beautiful table cloth for his sales table to complete the look! Come visit Larry and chat with him at a show - he is quite a character and enjoys meeting all of you! (He tells great stories - ask him about some of the adventures he and Elvis shared growing up!)