An Eclectic Mix of Blues, Rock and R&B.
The Rising Sons is a Fun, Energetic, Versatile Commercial Party Band that has Great Vocals, a Dynamic Sound, Awesome Musicianship and an Irresistible Appeal to All Audiences with such Great Material and Stage Lighting. We play what people want to hear. You'll have a gas, gas, gas as you groove along to the styles of this popular variety combo. We like to have a good time.

We will take you on a journey to music styles from all over the world. From Texas Blues to Mississippi Delta to Motown, down to Jacksonville FL Southern Rock, Roots, all the way up to London and Liverpool Mersey Beat, and back to Seattle, Memphis, Nashville, Chicago, Philly and California via Route 66. Climb in and hang on for an amazing ride to the Ultimate Destination of Rock, Blues, Jazz, Pop, Country and R&B! Come out and join the fun!

 

NEWS

May 2009
The Rising Sons begin playing at Cagney's every Wednesday, Ladies Night with this dynamic new lineup.

February 2009
We have a new band name
! We are now called 'The Rising Sons"

January 2009
During this economic meltdown, Rob is taking over the drum duties and Abe Ziaty has beeen hired on Bass and Vocals. Abe comes from the "Hello Goodbye" Beatle Band, and will bring lots of great British Rock to the table.

Oct 1, 2008
ROB THE TOURIST MAKES TRIUMPHANT RETURN TO THE VILLAGE GRILLE.
After playing inside for Dave a few months ago, we finally go our turn on the big outdoor stage at the Village Grille! What a great gig! Best ever! The sound man did a great job for us, and the big crowds danced all night and had a swinging time! John O'Brien did a fantastic job of stepping in on bass for "Nad" who has not been feeling well. Nad has dropped out due to an illness, and Guido has joined "The Storm"

ROB THE TOURIST JOINS DAR ONSTAGE AT BLUES BASH !
Rob the Tourist was invited to the 15 Year Anniversary Party at The Hollywood Playhouse. He performed onstage with Joel DaSilva on Guitar and Uncle Shelley on Bass and sang a rousing version of "Illustrated Man".

 

Song List

Route 66
Back in the USSR
I Saw Her Standing There
Dead Flowers
Wild Horses
I Got a Line on You
Got my Mojo Working
Midnight Hour
Mustang Sally
Miss you
Stormy Monday Blues
Land of 1000 Dances
What’d I Say
I’m Ready
5 Long Years
Jumpin Jack Flash
Secret Agent Man
Crazy 'Bout an Automobile
Cold Shot
The Blues Had a Baby
Addicted to Love
Family Tradition
Folsom Prison Blues
The Letter
Blow Wind Blow
Come Together
Gimme 3 Steps
Whipping Post
Voodoo Child
Purple Haze

Dancing in the Street
Margaritaville
Little Wing
Paint it Black
Ain’t No Sunshine
Brickhouse
Bye Bye Johnnie
Honky Tonk Women
Spooky
One Way Out
Illustrated Man
Pride and Joy
Tore Down
Crossroads
Around and Around
The Breeze
Roadhouse Blues
Evil Ways
Cocaine
Ain't Too Proud to Beg
Desperado
Polk Salad Annie
Soon as I Get Paid
Caladonia
Whammer Jammer
Fire
Redhouse
Live with Me
Come Together
Let it Bleed

Hurt So Good
Me & Bobby Magee
Kryptonite
Crazy
Hit Me with Your Best Shot
Dock of the Bay
Brown Eyed Girl
Wonderful Tonight
Moondance
Stand By Me
Sweet Home Chicago
Sweet Home Alabama
Southbound
Knockin on Heaven's Door
Kansas City
Great Balls of Fire
Jailhouse Rock
All Shook Up
Teddy Bear
Youngblood
Sweet Little Angel
Roadhouse Blues
Feels Like Rain
On the Road Again
Give Me One Reason
Standing on Shaky Ground
Into the Mystic
Hey Joe
Messin with the Kid
Wipeout


Venues We Have Performed At:

Bu's on Hollywood Beach
Skeeter's
Rosey Baby
Beach Place
The Village Grille
Buzz's Bar
Clamster's
The Poorhouse
The East Side Pub
The Pirate Bar
The Deauville Hotel Miami

Conine's
The Sauer Apple
Lake Worth "Arts on the Avenue"
Lighthouse Point Yacht & Racquet Club
Turn 3
Texas Rose Saloon
Downtown Delray "Art & Jazz on the Avenue"
Shank's Bar & Grill
The Downtowner Saloon
The Red Bar Gallery
Cagney's

 

 


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THE BAND

Rob Korhonen
DRUMS, VOCALS

Rob is an accomplished drummer & vocalist and has been been playing with bands since he was a kid. From Ballads to Rock to Blues, Country and Pop, He can handle a wide diversity of styles and techniques with aggressive showmanship.


Eric Austin
GUITAR, VOCALS

Eric is known as Miami's Native Son of the Blues. He is well-known for his blistering guitar and soulful vocals. His bluesy versions of Jimi Hendrix tunes are "Awesome".


Paul Wishengrad
BASS, VOCALS

Paul comes from the background of Classic 60's Rock and R&B. is an excellent musician.


Arthur Ashton
PIANO, VOCALS

was on the road in Europe and sometimes opening act for major artists.