The talented musicians that make Carolina Rhythm Machine great
The diverse experiences of the members of CRM make us unique. Our members have played music all over the country, from the east coast to the west, but all of them have returned to their roots in the Carolinas, the original home of Beach music.
Barry Lawrence, Hammond Organ
Barry was the second member of CRM and a former member of the Legendary Thunderbolts, a blues band out of Thomasville, NC. He has also performed with such greats as The Tams, Chairmen of the Board, and The Embers.
Lindsay is from Thomasville, NC and attended Appalachian State University. She's been singing since before she could talk and has performed across the US. She has worked with record labels in Nashville and Virginia Beach, and her music has hit
JoJo is an accomplished musician and has been awarded 1st place in state competitions several years in a row. He is the youngest member of CRM and provides the excitement of early R&R style guitar leads that set a new standard.
Pete is a longtime local drummer with various bands and genres. He also plays for his local church, gives lessons, and is proficient in vocals and guitar. Pete also won various awards for his performances as a drummer in high school.
Leroy started performing in night clubs at the age of 15 and is one of the premier bass players in the southeast. Leroy has laid down the funk for bands such as The Mavericks, Sassy, Over the Hill Gang, Overtime Band, Dockside Band and many others.
TJ is the son of Beach Music Hall of Famer, Tommy Tucker of the Fabulous Five. TJ says that when he was still in his crib, he could hear his father playing his music and it is now embedded in his soul.