Nick Russo, drummer & vocalist; Laci Kuwik, bassist & vocalist; Riley Baia, guitarist & vocalist; and Drew Stworzydlak, guitarist, all began taking lessons at the Guitar Factory in West Seneca. Eventually, they met each other at various rock camps held by the store. Throughout time, learned to communicate very well musically and their friendships grew tighter. For this reason, the Guitar Factory organized them together as a new youth Rock Band named “Taken By Storm” to open for the Allman Brothers tribute band “Big Martha” at the West Falls Center for the Arts. They continued playing for many years at various local venues like the East Aurora Music Room and they have competed in multiple Battle of the Bands competitions.
As adults, they continue to make an impact on the local music scene. Each show is filled with a variety of music and is a representation of their dedication to keeping Classic Rock Alive for Another Generation!