Denny Mekus is the founding member of the band. With origins from the Mediterranean Sea and a Quad Cities native, he’s always had a love for 70s and 80s music. A singer and guitar player, he knew that being gifted with chest hair, having a friend with a boat, and looking like a lost member of the Bee Gees, that this band was predestined.

While heavily influenced by Led Zeppelin and arena-rock, Denny knew it was time to pay homage to the countless hours of Journey and soft rock bands spun on the FM radio in his mother’s minivan of days past.

“Cool Hand” Luke Abrahamsen-Collins may long for chest hair, but he is no stranger to the guitar.

Having played since before he got his sea legs, he brings his unique blend of melodic-yet-90s-inspired techniques to the group.

Always evolving as a musician, he is affectionately known as the member with the best hair.

Don Juan D'Gusto always had a dream of performing in a Baby Shark tribute band. After failed auditions for The Blues Brothers, & Spinal Tap, for years he had lost his way, living the lonely life of a bass player.

One fateful night while singing an out of tune version of The Love Boat Theme down by the wharf, he was approached by a band that would accept his questionable wardrobe choices, and give him the opportunity to leave his sketchy past as a bass player behind him. Don Juan D'Gusto now plays piano with like minded hooligans & mutineers.... one step closer to his dream of a Baby Shark tribute band.

Set sail with the band.....the myth.....the legend...... For Those About To Yacht!

When the band found themselves in need of a deckhand, they ran into Jake at L.L. Bean, wallowing aimlessly in a sea of cable-knit cardigans and hired him on the spot.

He was quickly promoted to the position of keyboardist, and his Michael McDonaldesque playing style became an integral part of the band's sound.

He's a little bit country, he's a little bit Yacht!

Charlie a.k.a Conga Chuck has been chilling with all the coolest kids in the good ol QCA for a while. He doesn't stop at just being the Conga man but also being a member of 3 Men and a Molly and throwing on his improv Sunday Boots with The Nightcaps Improv Troupe. Charlie prides himself the person that never gets pissed and is the legit Godson of Charlie Daniels (The Devil Went Down to Georgia).

First and foremost he's ready to keep it chill and wants everyone to party hardy! **This Bio is Sponsored by Iowa Beverage(Not really but they paid him to say this)

Hailing from Aledo, IL, Ben keeps the engine running on the drums and percussion. A rock-solid timekeeper with a deep pocket and just the right amount of flair, Ben combines classic feel-good grooves with the finesse needed to make smooth rock actually sound... smooth. 

Whether it's laying down the eras iconic shuffles and laid-back grooves, Ben's versatility keeps the band locked in and the crowd moving. Off stage, you'll usually find him chasing the perfect sound mix, good food, or a good time. 

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From the first note to the final chorus, Ben is the steady hand (and foot) that keeps the band sailing.