Spotlight: Chasin' Mason
Sunday from 2pm
When Chasin’ Mason was formed in November 2003, the goal was to organize a group of musicians that could deliver a high-energy “New Country” show. Each member was expected to have excellent musicianship, unparalleled stage presence, unwavering commitment, and a professional personality second to none. The process of selecting such an elite group of musicians didn’t happen overnight. But when all was said and done, the band Chasin’ Mason is who you see today.
Josh Mendez (Acoustic/Backup Vocals)Shane Hoskins (Dums)Billy O’Dwyer (Vocals) Donn Trampe (Bass)Rick Patin (Piano, Organ, and Backup Vocals)Ryan Rossebo (Electric Guitar and Backup Vocals)
The response to Chasin’ Mason has been unbelievable. Already they have had the opportunity to open for (and even perform with) some of the hottest stars in country music today. They have also had the privilege of working with several top-40 radio stations, including:
FM106 - Milwaukee, WI - US99 - Chicago, IL - WBWI - West Bend, WI and Y-100 - Green Bay - WI
Chasin’ Mason has achieved tremendous success with their fans in the Midwest while performing at Summerfest, Country Fest, Country Thunder, and Country USA.
The experience of their live show is absolutely captivating - amazing guitars, energetic fiddle, smooth harmonies, and a passionate performance that will always leave you wanting more. In addition, Chasin’ Mason is on the fast track to recording their first album, at DNA Digital Studios.
* Summerfest - Milwaukee, WI
Chasin' Mason could certainly be the next Rascal Flatts: a country band with enough knowledge to keep one foot in the traditional and enough survival smarts to keep the other foot in step with modern country tastes.
- Jon M. Gilbertson - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
* Country USA, Oshkosh, WI
I have been responsible for booking all of the regional talent at Country USA for the past 10 years and have worked with hundreds of different acts over the duration. I was surprised that the tent was still standing at the end of their show...I haven't heard girls scream that loud since the Beatles!! Chasin Mason really are the Mid-west's hottest new country band, I've witnessed it first hand.
- Thomas A. Guenther, 1Sr. Country USA - Operation Manager
This band is hot and they drive the audience about as hard as any band out there. They have a great music selection and excellent pacing and stage performance, which is absolutely in-your-face. Last but certainly not least... these guys are great to work with. They are truly hung up on pleasing the crowd, the promoter and themselves.
- Dan Liebhauser - Promoter Country USA
* FM 106 (Clear Channel), Milwaukee, WI
Chasin' Mason is one of the most requested regional acts in our area. This group has been the backing band for several Nashville headliners as they perform at FM106.1 sponsored events and the band continues to open for National headliners on a regular basis performing at every major country festival throughout the state of Wisconsin. Chasin' Mason has shared with me the desire to pursue a record deal in Nashville and I believe they have what it takes to be successful in the music business. I highly recommend Chasin' Mason to any and all who are looking to book a great regional act destined for success and I look forward to working with them in the future.
- Kerry Wolfe, Director of Programming WMIL - FM106.1
