Member Since: 3/25/2006
Band Website: http://bigwidegrin.com
Band Members:
Elaine Dempsey:
Born on the Mississippi, raised on the James, educated on the Appomattox and the Boneyard; Elaine has lived most of her life on the the Chesapeake and San Francisco Bays. She moved to the San Francisco Bay area from her home in Virginia with a desire and dedication to write. As a singer, songwriter and performer Elaine blends a background of folk, rock, gospel and blues to create a dynamic vocal and acoustic guitar style truly her own. Her music has received international airplay and won repeated recognition in various national songwriting contests. Her musical guides have included: Keb Mo, Harriet Schock, Dr. Ysaye Barnwell, Karl Werne, Lawrence Lambert, Janis Ian, Rev. Ann Jefferson, John Haley-Walker, Allowyn Price, Clayton Gibb, Anne Lamott, Bill Spooner and Jackson-Ray-Charles-Kendal-Brown-Cat.
L. E. Lambert:
Raised on a farm in rural Virginia, Lambert started singing as a child with his twin brother and older twin brother and sister. Although the group could never replace the "Jackson Five," it was a great way to spend those quiet nights in Pungo, Virginia. Music has always been a big part of Lambert's life. Early piano lessons lead to the tenor sax and finally the show choir in high school. He found his voice again and the power of a well written song. Lambert continued to pursue his interests in music and theater at the University of Virginia. Although Lambert has developed the nickname "the Voice" for his unique vocal style; he wants nothing more than to write the kind of music that 'helps someone to get over that broken heart; music that will make a difference and make the world better place.' But, if you asked his mother, she would say that he should sing more in church.
Karl Werne:
Karl Werne has been entertaining the Hampton Roads area of Virginia since he was 16 years old. Eight years with The Lewis McGehee Group and four years with his own Instant Karma have made Karl a local favorite with his versatile guitar work and smooth hypnotic vocals. Highlights of those years include touring as the opening act for Bruce Hornsby's Grammy winning 'The Way It Is Tour' and numerous recordings still receiving airplay. When not on the road with BWG, Karl can also be heard these days playing with saxophonist Eddie Williams, electric guitarist Curtis Eley, bassist Dana Silvercloud, drummer Dan Martier and more.
Record Label: Peace It Together Press