Adrian Grimes - Lead Vocals – With a music career that spanned Britain and the USA, Adrian toured extensively in the 80s and 90s, supporting many international acts, such as Joan Jett, Y&T, Girl, Europe, Kix, and Yngwie Malmstein. Signed to Essex Music in 1988, his band Sumo Giants recorded "Tower of Babel", produced by ELO's Jeff Lynne and released through EMI. A famous radio DJ called it the "best rock single since Bohemian Rhapsody" and it now enjoys cult status. His band Fear of Silence released the album "Two Words for Wendy" on EFRVS Records in 1996, followed by more touring, singles, and videos. Moving into session work, he recorded with artists such as LA Mix and Judd Hamilton (Hamilton, Joe Frank, and Reynolds), and once guested for 2 songs with Uli Jon Roth (Scorpions) in Birmingham, UK. After going back to school to get his PhD, Adrian is now back with THE SOLUTION as the Doctor of Rock!
Brian Koenig - Guitar/Vocals - Brian Koenig is a guitarist, composer, multi-instrumentalist and music instructor residing in the Madison, WI area. Along with holding Bachelors and Masters degrees in music, Brian has over 30 years of performance experience in a multitude of styles and genres. Some of his other accolades include writing an instructional series of columns for Guitar World, trading licks on stage with Herman Li of Dragonforce and Gus G of Ozzy and Firewind, performing internationally in Europe and Japan, and being the recipient of The MAMAs Electric Guitarist of the Year in 2020. He has previously performed in a variety of original and cover bands, including the Century Media signed Luna Mortis, Reloaded, and The Superheroes. Along with being a member of The Solution, Brian performs solo original material and Video Game Music arrangements, and is also a member of the metal band Lords of the Trident, under the moniker Baron Taurean Helleshaar.
Mike Ales - Guitar/Vocals – Mike was born and raised in Madison, WI, and is a self-taught guitarist from age 14. Bands were a part of life in high school and young adulthood, eventually leading to the formation of the band Falcon, who had the opportunity to play all the area clubs/festivals and open for such bands as Steppenwolf, Blue Oyster Cult, Starcastle, and Pat Travers. They also recorded originals and remakes. With the formation of THE SOLUTION in early 2018, the result of a concentrated talent search in the Madison area, Mike is very much enjoying the run with his seasoned band mates and looking forward to where this current chapter in music leads. Mike uses Gibson and PRS Guitars and Marshall Amps.
Mike Liska - Bass Guitar/Vocals –
Jim Bandt - Drums – A professional Drummer since the age of 12, Jim was a long-time member of national touring act and Plasticland recording artist Lezlie Thriller. Jim has also played and recorded with Midwest hard rock favorites Rok Sally, original hard rock band Tara Mara, and Hard Knocks recording artist Mission Blue, and has been seen on MTV and heard on radio stations across the country. Jim was also a member of the 2-time world champion Madison Scouts Drum and Bugle Corps. Jim is in demand for live performances, as well as recording sessions and has been a member of many other Midwest based bands. Jim uses Sabian Cymbals exclusively.
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