-MADSEN GRAM BIO-
Madsen began singing & tinkling on piano at age 5. As well guitar & drums a couple years later. By 12 he had his own rock band. By age 16 he was involved in the Hollywood Bowl "Battle of the Bands" in Los Angeles to which Madsen was a drummer in one band & was asked to be the lead singer in another band- to which they went on to win the competition among dozens competing. Madsen eventually went on to 'break attendance records at such L.A. historic/music venues as "The Whiskey" & The Troubadour" -among others. Madsen went on to tour the U.S. & eventually came back to L.A. - to compose,srcipted/wrote, directed & starred in what became a cutting edge and innovative concept of a "rock musical'-entitled "Season of Wonder"-a high concept production backed by his band and performed 'live'- to sell-out audiences and rave media reviews.
The music was edgy w/ large pop/rock musical songs that was"considered" unique given the L.A. music scene. Eventually, Madsen was signed by Columbia Pictures producer, Jerome Zeitman, for 2 years. Madsen recorded w/ music producer, David Holman. Madsen continued to tour as a rock singer/artist and as the lead in his rock musical. Madsen, also, acted and was lead vocalist in a half dozen plays/musicals. Down the road, Madsen co-founded, a hard rock/semi- metal band "Voyeur" that eclipsed the dark side of rock music in l.A. "Voyeur" became a popular band & had 'rave' reviews in L.A. magazines & newspapers/radio. Bored w/ the L.A. scene Madsen was offered to go to Aspen, Co. and for years became a local icon as both a DJ in a celebrity hang-out at a premier nightclub/concert venue & singer/performer in his band " Sleeping Beauty."
Madsen, also, performed in Vail, Co.- as DJ and performer/singer as he entertained sold out audiences/patrons at the Doubletree Hotel. A continued night after night event that went on for 3 years. The hotel had never experienced before or since. Madsen was involved in organizing a 3 day event, once a year for 3 years- w/ MTV at the Double Tree Hotel-performing to the celebrities & patrons from all over the country. Madsen widened his scope & began performing in Denver, Co & beyond- receiving strong reviews by both audiences & media as a solo artist w/ band performing & executing a lavish show of original material w/ amalgamation of classic songs from the 30's thru to the present. A theatrical endeavor that worked-despite Madsen's doubts. When on hiatus from Aspen/ Vail.
Madsen was offered his own radio show in L.A.- to which he wrote,produced & was an On -Air Jock for his radio show"Madsen at Midnight." Madsen was encouraged by , Malcom Barbour, co-creator/writer/producer of the TV show "Cops"- to write screenplays, based on free standing, yet, interesting & creative stories Madsen was doodling. Although a very successful 'live' performer Madsen was besieged, over the years by incompetent management, regarding his music career, especially in areas of releasing CD/albums. Madsen took a break from music biz & threw himself into screenplays-to which he found this a welcomed avenue for his creative outlet.
IZZY REHAUME- BIO
Izzy began his music career as a guitar player, studying primarily acoustic and jazz guitar. He spent several years recording and touring the Pacific Northwest and Canada, playing a large variety of styles of music in several different bands and venues.
In addition to playing guitar, Izzy expanded his musicianship to become an accomplished bass player.
This decision was almost a "flip of the coin" decision when he and guitarist Terry Gorle (Heir Apparent) needed a bass player for their band, Snowblind (which also consisted of lead singer, Paul Crisman and drummer, Jim Kovach). As Terry was the more accomplished guitar player at the time, Izzy picked up the bass. Izzy also had the pleasure of taking vocal lessons from world-renowned Maestro David Kyle — he feels that not enough can be said about this amazing and inspirational teacher. He will be missed by many.
In the early 1980's, Izzy joined pianist and percussionist, Mat Wallis, creator of the progressive rock band, Private Stock, and went into the studio with various musicians, including guitarist and singerDan Reed (Dan Reed Network) and keyboardist Doug Morlan, to record the Tricks of Trade album. In the mid 1980's, Izzy joined heavy metal band, Rottweiller — which included lead singer Paul Crisman, guitarist Rick VanZandt and drummer Doug Marrapodi — to record a demo entitled,Screams of the Innocent. In 1999, Izzy performed bass for Brandy Alexandra on her debut CD entitled, Goddess.
In 2001, Izzy rejoined the heavy metal band, Rottweiller, who had replaced singer Paul Crisman withRonny Munroe (Metal Church, Presto Ballet, The Ronny Munroe Project, Trans Siberian Orchestra). Following the release of their CD entitled, Screams of the Innocent, Rottweiller performed at several shows including the 2002 Wacken Open Air Festival in Germany.
And in 2004, with new lead singer, Martin Morin (Alchemy X), Rottweiller released their Rage of War CD, also through Hellion Records, and performed several shows — including the 2004 Headbanger's Ball in Germany. In 2008 and 2009, Izzy teamed up with Ronny Munroe, as bassist for The Ronny Munroe Project and performed several shows including Rocklahoma's 2009 Festival. Izzy also had the pleasure of playing bass on Kurdt Vanderhoof's (Metal Church, Presto Ballet)Presto Ballet CD entitled, The Lost Art of Time Travel — as well as performing with Presto Ballet at the 2009 Cal Prog Festival in California.