John Theaker (Vocals / Keyboards / Sax)
A native of Windsor Ontario Canada, John got first got involved in music at the age of 8. Active in programs throughout elementary and high school, he went on to university and achieved Honours degrees in both Music and Education (University of of Windsor) . As a professional musician in the local music scene, John has performed as lead vocalist, keyboardist, and sax man with such groups as "Cloud", "Fiesta", and "Prime Time". Most notable however, was his 8 year stint with Windsor's premier Top 40 group, "Barrelhouse". As a songwriter/composer/arranger, John has written a number of radio/TV jingles for area businesses as well as receiving awards for his songwriting (Polaris Song Festival). In collaboration with friends Larry Thompson and Rick Beneteau, he has had cuts with former Tower of Power/ Kenny G. vocalist Lennie Williams, as well as former "Star Search" winner Catte Addams. In August of 2009, John released his long awaited debut CD “Orion Rising”, which continues to do well both in sales and radio airplay. John founded Green•Eyed Soul in 1990 and the act is still going strong.
Fallon Deluca (Vocals/Percussion)
Now a full time performer in the GES lineup, Alicia Fallon Deluca brings to the stage a true passion for all things Soul & R&B. Though her root influences are the likes of Maria Carey, Toni Braxton, and Anita Baker... she has the ability to adapt to all styles ranging from Stevie Nicks to Etta James. A self taught vocalist, Fallon has shown a true gift for delivering the nuance and subtlety of each of these individual artist’s styles, yet infuses her performances with just enough interpretation to create a distinctive and classic signature. This 24yr old Windsor native also has the distinction of placing in the top 40 of all auditioned vocalists in the 2006 Canadian Idol competition. As well as a being a highly talented singer, Fallon is actively writing a collection of songs which she hopes to release in the near future, embarking her on a career as a recording artist.
Fallon made her debut with GES on February 6 / 2009 at Lilly Kazzilly’s in Windsor.
Melissa Danese (Vocals/Percussion)
Now a full time high school teacher, this dynamic 27-year-old Amherstburg native is now on “standby” with GES but remains an “in demand” vocalist in today’s area music scene. Melissa has been playing the piano since the age of five, and through the years has gained much appreciation for not only popular artists, but the enchanting sounds of great Classical composers and Motown legends. A recent graduate of the both the Honours and Bachelor of Music programs at the University of Windsor, this mezzo-soprano has educated herself to the fullest degree by studying the Olympics of singing – Opera. Her heart however lies with the soulful sounds of Jazz and R&B. Influences such as the legendary Ella Fitzgerald, Anita Baker, Mariah Carey, and Aretha Franklin are a few of the performers who have motivated this young woman to dream big. You can hear Miss Danese as a regular in the “Super 70s” band lineup at various Windsor/Detroit Venues.
