Merrill, the visionary "Band Leader" and Founder of GOING TO A GO GO, is dedicated to establishing the band as the Treasure Coast's leading musical experience. He aims to revitalize the iconic sounds of 60s and 70s rock, a hallmark of the hippie era, blending them with the 60s era surf-music of Southern California, all delivered with a modern, dynamic flair & high-energy performance!
Merrill deeply believes in music's transformative power to unite people and foster positive change. He champions creativity and community, consistently striving to cultivate an environment that encourages artistic expression. Merrill is dedicated to supporting live music that resonates deeply, whether it's soulful and introspective, thought-provoking, or simply joyful and exhilarating, but for the most part - downright FUN!
Merrill's extensive experience in the music industry, honed through years of performing in many diverse venues from Jacksonville, Florida, to Hollywood, California, has instilled in him a profound understanding of the competitive live music landscape. He possesses a keen ability to deliver exceptional music that not only captivates audiences but also keeps them engaged and dancing throughout the performance.
Keeping the sounds of the 60s and 70s alive and recreating them with a fire and passion when he covers them in GOING TO A GO GO. Introducing a NEW generation to music that they missed only because of when they were born.
His commitment to ALL the GOING TO A GO GO Fans, and his bandmates bringing his "A" Game to every show!
With a remarkable 55+ years of bass playing under his belt, Rich brings a wealth of experience to GOING TO A GO GO. His musical journey includes headlining top Chicago bands, touring the Midwest college scene, and performing in Florida with a country show that opened for Nashville stars. He also spent years backing an Elvis tribute act, gracing fairs and venues across the region. Now, Rich is ready to share his passion and create memorable moments for Florida audiences.
Tracy's vision for GOING TO A GO GO is in total alignment with Merrill's. It transcends feeling and emotion, into an actual identity. In large part, the reason it's a vision is because music is a shared experience. To take the most amazing 60s and 70s rock and roll hits, blending them with the 60s era surf-music, and deliver them with a modern, dynamic flair & high-energy performance, is the cornerstone to GOING TO A GO GO 's business model !
The music industry is competitive and requires consistent effort and practice to hone skills and develop a career. Also, the music industry is constantly evolving, so singers need to be flexible and willing to adapt their strategies and approaches all while staying true to one's artistic vision and values helps singers stand out in a crowded field. Tracy has become a master at this! Her adaptability to everything GO GO yet to be able to bring her OWN spin on the songs is LEGEND!
Tracy's singing style is filled with attitude, rhythm, melody and soul. Prior to joining GOING TO A GO GO there was something in her collection to satisfy all musical tastes, as Tracy defied traditional genre labels.
Tracy's original songs start from smooth, sultry, blues-folk, go on to jazzy bass-driven funk, and then travels to unpredictably complex syncopated fusion metal, before moving on to an all-out heart-pounding assault on the senses. You'll often find more than one musical genre woven seamlessly into a single cut on her EP “No Brakes”.
With over 20 years of live performance, as well as, studio experience, Tracy's professional career began in Hollywood, Ca in 1988. As the lead singer for the band Merge Left, An original showcasing band that played the club circuit in Los Angeles and San Diego in California, as well as, touring the South West, for several years. After returning to her native New Jersey in 1992, she then went on to sing in cover bands playing local venues throughout the tri-state area.
Her versatile vocal range starting at alto one and climbing to soprano two, has lead her to front bands in many different musical genres, including What the Funk? Soul Purpose, De'Funked, Run a Muck, Goddess Blood, Venture to Zen, Trouble, Blind Spot and Master Jack to name a
few. Focusing on harmonies, the acoustic cover project Venture to Zen has allowed her to enhance her ability to sing back ground vocals as well as leads.
She also sang background vocals for the Southern Rock Original and Cover band Ten Foot Tall that played many festivals throughout the Tri-State Area.
John is driven to establish GOING TO A GO GO as one of the iconic bands to emerge from Florida's Treasure Coast.
John is all about bringing his A-game musically to every GOING TO A GO GO gig! He's dedicated to pumping out those positive vibes from the stage and letting the music do its thing – whether it's lifting someone's spirits or just giving the crowd a massive dose of the great tunes they came for
John's journey began in New York City, leading to a 29-year career dedicated to law enforcement. His roles spanned from police officer and deputy sheriff/coroner to detective and criminal investigator, taking him from the East Coast to the San Francisco Bay Area. This chapter followed four years of active duty and two years in the reserves with the United States Coast Guard, where he served as a Gunner's Mate patrolling the Atlantic and Pacific waters.
Throughout his life, John harbored a fascination with the supernatural, a curiosity sparked by living in several haunted apartments in NYC and Long Island, as well as a haunted childhood home. This interest became a passion after his 2015 retirement from police work. A ghost hunt in Alameda, California, proved to be a pivotal moment, leading him to join the Orlando-based paranormal investigation group, Blood Moon Paranormal, where he focused on residential cases. A particularly impactful experience as a Solano County Coroner’s Investigator in the mid-2000s inspired him to write an episode for the Canadian television show "Paranormal Emergency." He successfully pitched the idea in 2018, and the episode was filmed in Miami and Ontario. His unique insights also led to an invitation from Dave Schrader of "The Holzer Files" and "Ghosts of Devil’s Perch" to appear on "The Paranormal 60" in October 2022, where he shared his coroner's investigator experience.
When not immersed in the paranormal, John enjoys a diverse range of activities. He can be found in his home gym, by his pool, riding his Triumph motorcycle or driving his vintage Porsche. Music is another significant part of his life, as he plays drums in two bands: Blue Revival, a rock, blues, and country power trio based in Cocoa, Florida, and Going To A Go Go, a surf, classic rock, and psychedelic rock ensemble on the Treasure Coast. He also frequently collaborates with other bands and records drum tracks. John's creative endeavors extend beyond music, with acting and modeling credits in projects like "Paranormal Emergency" (2018), "Running Wild" (2015), and the local Florida films "Shadows" and "Wedlock" (2024), as well as radio appearances. He is an active member of ASCAP and holds an IMDb listing.
Being part of an exciting fun band whose members share the same commitment and good vibes. Looking forward to getting Going to a Go Go to the next level. I'm driven to be part of a high-energy, fun band with members who are just as committed and positive as I am.
Music is the light I strive to spread, and for more than 15 years, I've had the privilege of teaching guitar to Veterans at VA clinics across New Jersey and Florida. Giving back also means offering free lessons to guitarists looking to advance their skills. My lifelong connection with music has been incredibly powerful, helping me navigate even the challenges of a rare cancer and chemotherapy, never missing a gig – the show truly must go on.
My involvement in the music scene has been extensive, ranging from behind the scenes as a road manager for various artists and on the air as a New York disc jockey, to performing live for many years with numerous bands in New Jersey and New York.