The Desperate Ones…
Ryan Martin – Vocals, Bass
Raised on a farm in Springport, Indiana, my musical journey began in the family band, Silver Mountain, at the age of 10, alongside my father and two older brothers. By 14, my dad and I took charge of the Jam session at the Yorktown American Legion for a remarkable five years.
At 20, I joined forces with my brother Tom and Rob, forming the Tom Martin Band, where I honed my skills for about 5 years, then venturing into my own musical venture, The Idle Wake Band, lasted until my move to Florida in 2008.
The comeback in 2019 after a challenging personal experience marked a resurgence, leading to the formation of Ryz-N-Soulz.
With 30 years of musical prowess, I’ve graced significant stages, including headlining at The World-Famous Wild Game Dinner, Vero Beach Riverside Theatre, and the Ocean Drive Bonfire Street Show.
Ryan’s Motto – “Never Stop, Never Give Up, Your Dreams Will Come True”
Raised on a farm in Springport, Indiana, my musical journey began in the family band, Silver Mountain, at the age of 10, alongside my father and two older brothers. By 14, my dad and I took charge of the Jam session at the Yorktown American Legion for a remarkable five years.
At 20, I joined forces with my brother Tom and Rob, forming the Tom Martin Band, where I honed my skills for about 5 years, then venturing into my own musical venture, The Idle Wake Band, lasted until my move to Florida in 2008.
The comeback in 2019 after a challenging personal experience marked a resurgence, leading to the formation of Ryz-N-Soulz.
With 30 years of musical prowess, I’ve graced significant stages, including headlining at The World-Famous Wild Game Dinner, Vero Beach Riverside Theatre, and the Ocean Drive Bonfire Street Show.
Ryan’s Motto – “Never Stop, Never Give Up, Your Dreams Will Come True”
Chris Bates – Vocals, Guitars
Chris has been playing guitar and singing since he was a teenager. After moving to Florida in ’94, started working as a one-man band, performing at restaurants, private events, hotels, and luxury resorts. Now Chris plays solo, as a sax / guitar duo, and a member of Gettin’ Desperate. He adds “I’m proud to be working with such a talented band; Everyone is a solid player who adds their own personality to the show and the songs are ones that almost everybody likes and knows.
Chris has been playing guitar and singing since he was a teenager. After moving to Florida in ’94, started working as a one-man band, performing at restaurants, private events, hotels, and luxury resorts. Now Chris plays solo, as a sax / guitar duo, and a member of Gettin’ Desperate. He adds “I’m proud to be working with such a talented band; Everyone is a solid player who adds their own personality to the show and the songs are ones that almost everybody likes and knows.
George Fraga – Drums, Percussion, Vocals
Born in Havana Cuba, raised in good ol’ USA!
Influenced by the sounds of So Florida where I grew up. From early days of Miami Sound Machine, KC and the Sunshine Band, to other locals, anything from Doobie Bros, Santana, Buffet, and a lot of classic rock. Also love the Eltons, Billy Joels, Jackson Brownes – composers /performers.
Love my grankids (love ALL kids), my motorcycle, animals, music, and food. People not so much.
Oh yeah, And I want to thank my WIFE. Whom I ADORE and none of this is possible without her.
Born in Havana Cuba, raised in good ol’ USA!
Influenced by the sounds of So Florida where I grew up. From early days of Miami Sound Machine, KC and the Sunshine Band, to other locals, anything from Doobie Bros, Santana, Buffet, and a lot of classic rock. Also love the Eltons, Billy Joels, Jackson Brownes – composers /performers.
Love my grankids (love ALL kids), my motorcycle, animals, music, and food. People not so much.
Oh yeah, And I want to thank my WIFE. Whom I ADORE and none of this is possible without her.
Robert Julius Condemi – Guitars, Vocals
Affectionately known as Uncle P. I. T. A.
But I’m ok with that.
I am me – no more, no less
Affectionately known as Uncle P. I. T. A.
But I’m ok with that.
I am me – no more, no less