It all started when Chain Reaction banded together in South Florida and began re-creating the sounds of the American super group, Journey. They wanted to pay special homage to Journey's best years (1977-1998), when Steve Perry fronted the band.
The amazing voice of John D’Agostino, coupled with the exceptional musical talents of five sophisticated and experienced musicians soon propelled Chain Reaction to become one of the premier Journey tribute bands of our time. The band strives to re-create the exact sounds and nuances of Journey. Their passion for authenticity and attention to detail go a long way toward ensuring that the audience feels like they’re at a real Journey concert.
John D’Agostino, Vocalist (aka Steve Perry/Dennis DeYoung/Tommy Shaw)
John was born in Brooklyn New York. A long-time resident of South Florida, he has been singing since he was a young boy. John has fronted a number of bands including Split Image and the Infinity Project. He is blessed with an exceptional vocal range and is the driving force behind the band’s sound. With his spot-on re-creations of Steve Perry, Dennis DeYoung, and Tommy Shaw, there are few vocalists today that can match his talent.
Rob Doyle, Bass, Vocals, Musical Director (aka Ross Valory/Chuck Panozzo)
Rob hails from Calgary, Alberta Canada, and is a long time resident of South Florida. He has been playing bass guitar for more than 30 years working with bands including: George Fox, Powder River Express, and Prairie Oyster. Rob was classically trained as a vocalist and spent a number of years performing in Music Theater. A veteran of the South Florida music scene, Rob also serves as the band’s musical director
Laz Christofi, Guitar, Vocals (aka Neal Schon/James Young/Tommy Shaw)
Laz grew up and honed his musical chops in Brooklyn New York, performing in many bands such as: Crisis, Ego, and The Ustabe’s. A seasoned and dynamic guitarist, he’s always up for a good musical challenge adventure. In addition to performing with Chain Reaction, Laz is very active as the go to guitarist for a number of local bands.
Barry Gruber, Keyboards, Vocals (aka Jonathan Cain/Dennis DeYoung)
Barry was raised in Akron, Ohio. He journeyed through his Progressive Rock years in Memphis, where he spent time recording music at The House of Blues before moving to South Florida. Although he has played keyboard and piano for 35 years, Barry’s real passion can be heard and felt through the intricate sound designs he creates, intertwining the keyboard with the music. His attention to detail began when he worked as a keyboard tech for Dennis DeYoung. He loves adding that extra special touch to the band’s musical aura. Barry’s musical influences include Rush, Dream Theater, and Styx.
Dennis Pelchat, Drums, Vocals (aka Steve Smith/John Panozzo)
Dennis is a life-long drummer, who came to South Florida via his hometown in Valleyfield, Quebec Canada. Like Barry, he's another huge fan of Progressive Rock and cites Carl Palmer as his biggest musical influence. Before joining Chain Reaction, he performed with a band called Tranquility Base. While Dennis is known as the quiet one, he actually supplies the solid foundation for the band as well as the beautiful high harmonies.