Five talented Metro Detroit musicians have come together to create Gordon Bennett, a solid wall of sound absent from today’s popular music. Gordon Bennett’s education began with classic rock; their comprehension and style produces a unique modern sound. Their live shows combine popular cover songs with their beloved originals that committed fan’s flock to see. Determined to save Rock & Roll, Gordon Bennett’s live shows are passionate, comical, and pure energy. The dance floor is flooded within minutes by vivacious fans that feed off the energy and boogie until the final song. Intensity and love of performing fuel their shows but never borrows from the integrity and quality of the song.

Press Info

CD Sales
Over 4000 CD singles sold between 1999-2001
Debut CD (Formerly a DEMO) sold over 500 copies in first week of release
EP Release of New Material February 1st, 2003 (at Magic Bag Theater)

Airplay/Television
92.1 "The Impact" -East Lansing
MSNBC "The Mitch Albom Show" (national syndication)
88.3 Oakland University


Career Highlights
Sang The "Star Spangled Banner" At The Pontiac Silverdome For The Detroit Lions Home Opener. (50,000 People In Attendance)
Selected "Band Of The Week" By The Detroit Free Press Twice.
Headlined The Phoenix Center In Pontiac, MI (Over 5,000 People In Attendance)
Opened For National Acts Ranging From Loverboy To Vitamin C

Similar Artists

The Rolling Stones
The Clash
Foo Fighters
Creeper Lagoon
Supergrass

Influences

Rolling Stones
The Clash
The Ramones
Joe Jackson
The Beatles
The Who

Bio

Gordon Bennett has toured the Detroit area for four solid years, building a loyal fan base of thousands. Their on stage antics exude pure energy. Humorous, animated and full of life –the stage show never takes away from the music. Gordon Bennett’s members dare their audiences to get as excited as they do; urging them to dance and celebrate all that is Rock and Roll. Catchy songs, thoughtful ballads and intense devotion to their instruments have made Gordon Bennett a fan favorite wherever they play.

Gordon Bennett band members include: John Schreffler on lead guitar and vocals, Mike Vartanian on piano, organ and vocals, Tommy Peacock on guitar and lead vocals and Twin brother’s Tim Webber on drums and lead vocals and Matt Webber on bass guitar and vocals. The band is managed and represented by Dave Marino (Shavers) of Ballyhoo Entertainment.