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BNAV's original sound is a mix of all classic American music – Pop, Country, Rock, Punk and Rockabilly – served with the feel of a Memphis barbecue.

BNAV has had a legendary past in Central Florida, sharing the stage with many up and coming and established acts over the years. Their mix of musicianship and humor has garnered them a solid following, positive press reviews and steady airplay on Internet radio.

Founding members and songwriters Chris Tocco and Todd Staudinger are joined by bassist/ songwriter Rob Kosinski. The debut CD is a 14 song compilation of original material with a power pop cover of the old Kenny Rogers hit Ruby (Don't Take Your Love to Town) thrown in for good measure. BNAV tackles styles ranging from Power Pop, Rock and Acoustic, to Rockabilly and Surfer Rock. They've done all of this without losing touch with their very distinctive sound. A tight rhythm section, distinctive lead vocals, tons of guitars, all topped off with killer harmonies. It's fresh, classic American music at its best.

Their live show is a combination of their original material (they have a full one hour original set) and covers that encompass the spectrum of classic to modern rock. There are even some that are off the beaten path. They have years of performing experience in every venue size from clubs to concert stages as both a full electric and unplugged act. This versatility, combined with years of experience and professionalism makes them a crowd pleaser wherever they perform.

Click here to view their EPK for more detailed information!

Chris Tocco: Vocals

Chris is a Clearwater native who got his culture livin' in Orange County, California. Chris is an original founding member of BNAV with Todd. You can always find him face down on the Bastard Bar on any given Wednesday night.

Chris screams and yells thru Shure microphones, assorted styrofoam cups and the occasional nightmare.

Todd Staudinger: Guitar, Vocals

Todd is originally from upstate New York and is a founding member of BNAV. After a short prison term in Attica, Todd entered the Witness Protection Program as a polka singer. He actually can't play or sing a damned thing, but it beats working for a living.

Todd performs using a cane, blender, assorted farm utensils as well as a Gretsch Black Falcon electric thru Fender amplification when he really needs to.

Rob Kosinski: Bass, Vocals

Rob Kosinski is originally from Boston, MA. He enjoys indoor inactivity, long lays on the couch, and eating chicken wings. He uses Tobias basses with Roto-Sound strings and Gallien-Krueger amplification.

Lee Calderon: Drums, Vocals

Lee -- like Rob -- hails from Boston, MA. You can find Lee at your local clubs, bars and taverns. He is secretly an official "Unofficial" Jagermeister quality control tech, making sure your Jager is served ice cold and with a friendly smile! He loves his job! He uses Tama drums, Sabian cymbals & Roland V drums.

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