Don is no stranger to the music scene. He started taking piano lessons when he was ten-years-old. Once he heard the likes of Santana, Chicago, and Blood, Sweat & Tears, Don joined his first band in about 1970 with some of his high school classmates and began developing his organ and, later, synthesizer skills. Don has had long tenures with top horn bands such as The Sentries, Brasswork, and Crowded Stage as well as enjoyed the rock genre with the Santana tribute band Gringo Jingo, the multi-act tribute Among the Stars, and The Bootleg Band. He made a foray into the Country Music scene with award-winning singer/songwriter Crystal Sands. Don has also shared the stage with Midnite Run, Blueline, and other bands as a guest performer. Though comfortable playing piano and synth, Don is most at home behind his trusty Hammond.
Drew brings decades of experience, passion and electrifying energy to Great Train Robbery. After first joining the band in 1987, Drew is thrilled to be back behind the kit with GTR. His love of drumming began at an early age, and by the time he was five, he was studying with some of Baltimore’s finest drummers. Grounded in Southern rock and classic rock, Drew delivers the solid grooves, driving beats, and high energy that locks right in with Dave’s solid bass playing that keeps the music and the crowd rocking.
Let’s welcome Matt Johnson, our new lead singer ! Matt has been performing for years on the Delaware and Maryland music scenes, showcasing his versatility on the microphone across styles ranging from classic rock and country to soul, R&B, funk and reggae. He’s been fortunate to play with talented musicians in some incredible bands, and GTR definitely tops that list. “I am humbled and excited to be part of such a legendary band, and looks forward to many great times performances with these amazing musicians. “