March 24, 2016
Mar 24, 2016 | 7:00 pm | CARMEN GRILLO
Former guitarist with Tower of Power, where he became a driving force within the group. His writing, singing and guitar playing made him easily recognized by music fans around the world. He performed and recorded with TOP for the better part of a decade before leaving in 1997 to pursue other musical interests.
Carmen is currently a member of the Bay Area band the Sons of Champlin, who were an early influence in the San Francisco music scene of the 1960s and 70s. The Sons continue to have a strong and loyal following to this day, and maintain a high level of musicality.
Among his most rewarding experiences now are mentoring others and sharing his vast knowledge, experience, humor and wisdom with future generations of aspiring guitar players and recording engineers. In addition, Carmen is a voting member of the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (NARAS), which presents the recording industry's most prestigious award, the GRAMMY.
Playing with Carmen will be Tony Braunagle -drums, Dave Marotta - Bass and Rob Mullins -keyboards.
