Member Since: 1/15/2006
Band Website: cnvband.com
Band Members: Cheryl Bendig: lead vocals, rhythm guitar. "...delivers the songs in a voice that has the raw power of Janis Joplin but the finesse of Ann Wilson"
Paul Bendig: bass, vocals ..."Paul Bendig on vocals/bass serves up a powerful backdrop, never overplaying his handHerb "the Battery"Cottier: lead guitar, vocals. Jump starting blazing blues chops to funky grooves. When CNV slaps the paddles on, the Battery delivers the power
Hank Cupp: drums ... started his musical experiences in the SW Michigan area. He has lived in Northern Michigan for many years, making music all of them. He's played in jazz, rock, and big bands for decades.
Influences: Cherri and the Violators explore the glory days of the mid 70’s where songs that rocked were informed by the blues but were well removed from the Delta.
Sounds Like: Tedeschi, Cream, Stevie Ray Vaughn, Albert King, Foghat, Allman Brothers, Pat Benatar, Heart, Derek Trucks, Santanna, Lou Ann Barton, Thackery, Linda Rondstadt, Melissa Etheridge, Robin Trower, Joe Bonamassa, Debbie Davies, Eagles, Eric Clapton, the Pretenders.
Type of Label: Indie