BonzoBalm

"FIDY DOLLA JAKE" 

Jake plays guitar, sings lead/backup vocals, writes a handful of songs with psych rock influences and is a multi instrumentalist. Jakes sonic signature  is that of sparkling delay repeats and rhythmic  filter sweeps. Founding member and producer of Bonzo.

Pacific Northwest born and raised, Jake has been playing music for well over a decade. Starting with drums from the young age of 12 years old, shortly after picking up guitar and exploring writing and recording his own songs. Jake has been in a multitude of bands including The Driftwood Walkers, Shipwreck Motel, Fire Academy, and various house bands from local venues. 

Jake has always had a burning interest in pushing the limits and capabilities of guitar effects pedals, music production and sound engineering. When he is not playing music you can find at the river in a hammock reading science fiction novels, looking for agates or spinning poi. Some of his inspirations are: Jimi Hendrix, Kevin Parker, Avery Tare, Alex Scally, Kevin Shields, Mac Demarco, Robin Pecknold and Ruban Neilson.

"MCCLUBIN "

Audrey plays the keyboard and sings lead/backup vocals. She also writes songs and captivating harmonies. Audrey’s sonic signature are her pipes, delivering electric Melodies & powerful belts. She is a Founding member of LipBalm alongside Brycen Allee. 

Hailing from Centralia Washington, music has always been a part of Audrey’s life, singing since the day she learned to speak. She started with piano and guitar lessons at age 8, and participating in any vocal extracurricular’s she could get her hands on. 

 When she’s not rocking out on stage, you’ll find Audrey producing other art mediums! She loves to paint, draw, crochet and is always looking to foster her creative side through many different outlets. Audrey gives youth vocal lessons & does graphic design outside of her day job. During the summer, you can definitely find Audrey outside soaking up the sun by kayaking, hiking, or just hanging with her family of friends! Some of Audrey’s musical inspirations are: Stevie Nicks, Billy Joel, Heart, Amy Winehouse & most of all her mom for never failing to ignite her musical flame.

"THE MAN THE MYTH THE LEGEND"

Chevy plays bass, guitar, and sings backup vocals, along with the occasional lead vocal. joining the band in a peculiar way, Chevy is known for his interesting approach to bass riffs and holding down rhythm with percussion and melody in mind. 

originally born in San Antonio, Texas and moved to Washington at the age of seven. Chevy had an interest in music from the earliest years of his life learning his first beat on the drums at five years old. After years of playing for the local church in a multitude of positions, guitar and drums became the center of his attention until joining BonzoBalm. One afternoon after stopping at mcdonalds for a burger, he heard music coming from across the street and went over to check it out. He ended up sitting in with the band on bass and has been playing for them ever since. 

Chevy enjoys long walks on the beach and a cozy night watching Sassy The Sasquatch or listening to his biggest musical inspirations which include: Van Halen, Diiv, Pink Floyd, Greta Van Fleet, Alice in Chains and Type O Negative. 

"THE ONE AND ONLY"

Bryce plays drums, sings backup vocals and has the occasional rap verse. A handful of songs were written by Brycen with a hip hoppy flair. Bryce’s sonic signature comes from his drum tone. Crisp snare, washy cymbals and bouncy bass drum grooves make it impossible not to dance. 

Born and raised in Centralia Washington Brycen had been banging on drums since he was 6. When he was 10 he took lessons every friday from a man by the name of Lauren Mullens until the 6th grade. Brycen attributes all of his success to his time with his drum tutor. "He taught me more than just rudiments, he taught me how to listen." Before BonzoBalm Brycen was the drummer of local trip hop band Jerry potter, and is still currently the drummer of local grunge band Crush. Brycen also used to play bass for an indie rock band called Mr Peabody and the Loose Stones.

When Brycen is not playing drums you can find him skating around town, hiking in the woods, kicking his hacky sack, or playing more drums. Some of brycens inspirations are: Gorillaz, Isaac Brock, Mac Miller, Serj Tankian, Christopher Ballew, Chad Smith, Kevin Parker, Dillion Basse and Dave Grohl.