Calumet Brothers

The name Calumet Brothers has only been around since 2000 but, the members have worked together in various groups for over thirty years. Orginally from Chicago’s South East Side they we’re instilled with a love of R&B and Funk right from the start. Terry was a member of East Sides own Royal Blues and Zipper Foot, a band featuring ex Tellstar Steve Missal, who later played on The White Wedding album with Billy Idol. Other groups he worked with we're, The City Sounds, Shut Up & Drive and Scamp to name a few. Paul has played alongside a Who’s Who of well-recognized region names, including such popular artists as Eric Lambert and Larger Than Life. Along with Ken Venagas, Ex Rotary Connection drummer (featuring Minnie Riperton) and John Shubat Ex Chess Studio Session bass player, Paul and Terry we’re together in a band called Avatar for over ten years. This long association gives us a feel and groove that can only be achieved with experience. One last thing, Calumet does not refer to the Calumet River, Calumet High School, Calumet Township, etc., etc. Calumet refers to the Native American Ceremonial Pipe or Calumet, a musical "brotherhood" forged between members.