FOREVER SEGER
THE SILVER BULLET EXPERIENCE
A TRIBUTE TO THE MUSIC OF BOB SEGER
With driving guitars, soaring harmonies and an energy that will lift fans out of their seats, FOREVER SEGER delivers a rock and roll show that brings Bob Seger fans back to days gone by. A true concert experience that invites audiences to dance and sing along once again to the soundtrack of their lives.
BAND MEMBERS
Kevin Reid
lead vocals / acoustic guitar
Kevin is the voice of Forever Seger. When it comes to performing Bob Seger’s music with conviction, energy and outright rock and roll swagger, nobody does it better than Kevin. When the lights go down and Forever Seger hits the stage, Kevin’s voice and striking resemblance to Bob in his 1970’s heyday make the audience feel as if they’ve stepped back in time.
They say the mark of a great front man is someone who can connect with his audience. When playing his acoustic guitar and telling the stories behind classic Seger hits, Kevin can make even the largest room feel like an intimate living room performance. When it’s time to turn it up, Kevin knows how to get you out of your seat and get you singing and dancing in the isles.
Kevin fun fact : Kevin has an unhealthy addiction to the Rock and Roll clothing line Wornstar. A huge fan and supporter of the brand for many many years, Kevin wears Wornstar jeans exclusively on stage. He would like them to know how much he loves their product and if anyone from Wornstar is reading this, he says he would love an endorsement deal because his habit is getting really expensive.
John Jamieson
musical director / keys / backup vocals
John Jamieson is Forever Seger’s Musical Director and resident piano man. Not only that, it is no exaggeration to say that John is the Heartbeat of Forever Seger. When it comes to musicianship you’re not likely to come across many people like John. Whether it’s conducting Forever Seger on stage or in rehearsal, John works tirelessly to bring the best out of the band.
John’s fingerprint is all over the live shows that Forever Seger has become renowned for. Those unique live song arrangements and the incredible harmonies that the Segerettes belt out so effortlessly are all in part to John’s creative mind. Behind the scenes John is dedicated to creating Forever Seger’s on-line content. John has created and produced all the music videos that Forever Seger has released to date.
John Jamieson fun fact : John loves his coffee and he takes his coffee black. The only thing that John likes more than a hot cup of coffee, is the next cup of coffee.
Alex Harrison
electric guitar
Alex is a seasoned session player, performer, composer and teacher, playing music professionally around the world for over 25 years. In addition to his already busy schedule Alex still found time to earn a degree, with honours, in Jazz guitar from Humber College.
To say Alex’s resumé is diverse is an understatement. Alex has performed with some of the biggest tribute acts around including David Bowie, Tom Petty, Paul McCartney, The Beatles, Supertramp, Coldplay and The 60’s British Invasion. Never one to turn down a gig, there’s also a really good chance he played at your wedding. e isles.
Alex fun fact : He takes the motto “The show must go on” very seriously. Once on a cruise ship gig performing as the Beatles, Alex along with almost every other performer on the ship contracted what in Beatles terms we’ll call “Yoko’s Revenge”. Alex was approached by the captain who said, “HELP! I need somebody” – to learn a Paul McCartney show in one day. Alex, still trying to keep his lunch from going “Here, There and Everywhere” agreed to do it. The show was saved and Alex was treated to a steak dinner and expensive wine as appreciation from the captain.
Patrick Smith
sax
Patrick has established himself as an in demand saxophonist in the Canadian music scene. He has has toured extensively throughout Canada, the U.S and Europe with Erez Zobary, the Legends of Motown, My Son the Hurricane and Chelsea McBride’s Socialist Night School. In 2019 Patrick appeared with the Hitman Drumline at the NBA finals at Scotiabank Arena (go Raptors). Not only has Patrick graced the stages throughout the U.S and Europe, he has brought his talents to the Toronto and Montreal Jazz Festivals, the legendary Mariposa Folk Festival, Starbelly Jam and many more.
Never one to rest, Patrick keeps a very active schedule appearing throughout Toronto. You can find him on stage with such Toronto luminaries as Shout the band, Big Smoke Brass and Dee Dee and the Dirty Martinis to name a few. When not performing with all these incredible bands, Patrick can be found performing his original compositions off his 2018 debut album “Still Searching” with his band The Patrick Smith Quintet as well as his band 3-Oh.
Cyndi Richards
backup vocals / percussion
There’s a famous quote, “Dynamite comes in small packages”. That expression has never been more true than when describing Cyndi. Cyndi is the high voice harmony and O.G member of the triple threat team that we lovingly call “The Smokin’ Segerettes”.
Cyndi fun fact: Cyndi’s mom was the voice of Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer, Yes THAT Rudolph that we all grew up watching every Christmas on television.
Cyndi’s father was William Richards, one of Canada’s most renowned Jazz Violinists. It’s that upbringing and love of music and entertainment that has made her who she is today, and we couldn’t be more thankful for it.
When not belting out the high notes with the Segerettes, Cyndi is a voice-over actress, accomplished childrens author and runs the day-to-day business of Soundhouse Studio in Toronto with her husband and Forever Seger musical director John Jamieson.
Eric Robbs
electric / acoustic guitar
Eric is an accomplished singer/songwriter, multi-instrumentalist (guitar and drums) based out of Toronto, Ontario. He became involved in music at a very young age after his Pro-guitarist Father, taught him how to play some guitar chords. Eric quickly caught his Dad’s passion for the instrument and honed his chops playing in many different bands.
At 14, Eric was playing and performing in a Rush cover band at local high schools and bars in Toronto. Looking up to Alex Lifeson, Rush was a huge influence on his musical upbringing.
He has touring experience with Goodnight Sunrise & Kim Mitchell. He has opened for artists: Digable Planets, Sean Kingston, Danny Fernandez, D-Snow, Camp-Lo, Fabolous and has recorded with artists: Danny Fernandez and Faber Drive. He has also worked with the artists: Alan Frew and D-Snow.
Eric lives in Toronto and is regularly playing with various artists including “Permanent Waves Rush Tribute”, “Goodnight Sunrise”, “Roddy Colmer” and of course “Forever Seger”.
Eric fun fact : On flights, his stylin’ stage “Head-Wear” travels in its very own box as a “Carry-on” – now officially recognized as an honorary member of the Forever Seger Family!!!
Ed Mortenson
drums
Imagine all of the points that you look for in a drummer, add a groovy pocket, toss in some serious education, experience and musicianship and what do you get? The one and only – Ed Mortenson.
At Red Deer College Music Program as a Percussionist and Vocal major, Ed’s passion for knowledge led him to Grant MacEwan’s Jazz Program. After graduating this program with Honours, Ed continued his studies at Grant MacEwan and received his diploma in Recording Arts and Live Sound.
Ed toured 5 Star Hotels throughout Asia for 3yrs, then landed in Toronto in 2005. He continues to be one of the busiest and most requested live and studio drummers in the GTA!
Ed is also an educator and runs his own studio in Mississauga, “The Drum Dojo”. He considers himself a student as well and has studied with and continues to study with other respected drummers such as: Dom Famularo, Brian Thurgood, Paul Delong and Rick Gratton.
As a studio musician, Ed has recorded with world class producers like Micheal Wagner (Ozzy Osbourne, Skid Row, Janet Jackson, Alice Cooper, Queen), Rachel Bolan (Skid Row), Ian Thornley (Big Wreck, LCBO Whiskey Rocks, Ian Fletcher Thornley), John Whynot (Big Wreck, Blue Rodeo, The Watchman, Austin Powers) and Darius Szczepaniak (Big Sugar, Street 66).
Ed, as a live performer, has hit the stage with artists such as: Elton Lammie, The Relic Kings, Ali Walker, Gil Grand, Thomas Wade, Wild T. and the Spirit, HAARD and Truth & Rights while also being part of various tribute bands such as: Stayin’ Alive Canada (Bee Gees), Always Abba, Mountain Music (Alabama), Chicken Friend (Zac Brown Band), My Life (Billy Joel),and Forever Seger – The Silver Bullet Experience.
Ed Fun Fact: The man travels with his own coffee brewing case, filled with everything required to make each cup-a-java live up to his highly discerning taste that comes from owning his own coffee brand, roasting house and wholesale distribution company, “Mornin’ Buzz Coffee Co”. On the road, Ed’s easy-going nature embraces ALL coffee, from anywhere, anytime… now we just have to get him to build a new blend honoring Bob Seger called, “Travelin’ Man”!!!
FEATURING
Cece Pastor
back-up vocals
Cece brings a wealth of experience to her performances with Forever Seger.
In the mid-90s, she won a city-wide karaoke contest and entered the world of live music from that important turning point in her life. She formed the Toronto based, “Cece Pastor Band”, and has been a regular on the club and corporate scene throughout Ontario, ever since.
Her passion for music provides the balance that offsets her other passion as a Critical Care nurse, a role where her kind, compassionate and highly detail-oriented attributes shine through, as they do on stage.
Cece fun fact : She was named after the Patron Saint of Music, Saint Cecilia. Obviously, it was destiny that she’d be drawn to performing. Her name was shortened very early on to, “Tee-Tee-Cece” by her older brother, who thought she was a cat!!!
Look out Forever Seger fans, the “Smokin’-Segerettes” have a Saint in the mix LOL!!!
Anika Johnson
back-up vocals
Anika is a composer, musical director and performer who has co-written the scores of acclaimed Canadian shows including: “Brantwood” (Sheridan College), “Dr. Silver ” (Outside the March/The Musical Stage Co.), “Jacob Two Two Meets The Hooded Fang” (Young People’s Theatre), “Blood Ties” (Edinburgh Fringe – featured on BBC America’s Orphan Black) and “Summerland” (Edge of The Sky).
As a performer, Anika has spent seasons with CanStage, The Stratford Festival and Drayton Entertainment, and has toured internationally as a dancer with “Corpus Dance Projects” since 2008.
Anika and her sister Britta are a songwriting team whose newest work “The Last Timbit” (an original musical commissioned by Tim Hortons) is premiering in June 2024. Anika is the recipient of a Harold Award and two Dora Mavor Moore Awards
Anika fun fact :She is a founding member of “Wannabe: A Spice Girls Tribute” and has been performing across North America to screaming fans as “Sporty Spice” since 2012. She considers herself the luckiest Spice Girl cuz she gets to spend the whole show in running shoes!!!
As one of the “Smokin’ Segerettes”, it’s all about the sequins and heels – Girl Power – Forever Seger-style!!!
Amanda Gordon
backup vocals / percussion
Amanda has been part of the Forever Seger family from the beginning stages and her low harmonies are the foundation of the dynamic vocal powerhouse, “The Smokin’ Segerettes”.
She has been a fixture on the Toronto music scene for years. Motown legends Aretha Franklin, Martha and the Vandellas and Donny Hathaway, inspired her to pursue her love of music and singing.
Amanda Gordon Fun Fact : Besides baking THE BEST vegan donuts that the band is grateful to devour, she can be seen on planes, in limos, Band-vans, hotel lobbies and theater seats waiting for soundcheck- with a crochet hook in her very capable hands.
It’s become a passion that may just see the entire band wearing crocheted hats, scarves, ponchos and jackets!!! Who knows, with her entrepreneurial skills, Amanda may start a whole new craze and create a new best seller – “Rock ‘n Roll Goes Crochet”!!!
Mia Praught
back-up vocals
Bio coming soon