Rock and roll didn’t die – it just needed to wake up.

Pam is a commanding frontwoman and powerhouse lead vocalist who brings a fearless classic rock attitude to every stage she steps on. With a voice built for big hooks and big moments, she channels the raw confidence and edge of rock’s true icons—Pat Benatar, Joan Jett, Ann Wilson, and Chrissy Hynde—while making every performance her own. Pam doesn’t just sing the songs; she owns them.

Active since 2007, Pam cut her teeth leading the band Thin Ice, performing extensively throughout the Kansas City region and the Lake of the Ozarks, sharpening her presence and connection with live audiences. Her career highlights include sharing the bill with rock legend George Thorogood and opening the Rock and Roll Dream Concert at Sandstone Amphitheater. With years of experience, undeniable stage presence, and a relentless drive to engage the crowd, Pam leads from the front—delivering high-energy performances that keep audiences locked in and coming back for more.

Chris is a classically trained vocalist and lifelong rock-and-roll frontman with decades of stage experience and zero interest in playing it safe. A self-taught guitarist, bassist, and keyboardist, he’s led bands, cut records, and earned his scars in clubs and on the road.

From fronting the award-winning metal band Kings Ransom and opening for acts like Banshee, Jeff Sheetz, and Jackyl, to signing a record deal with Rude Boys Records and touring Northern California college towns with Reign of Sound—including dates with acts like Quiet Riot—Chris has lived the grind. After returning to Kansas City, he launched multiple original projects, including the Chris Motley Band, recorded albums, packed bars, and kept the amps loud. Today, he brings that fire, experience, and unapologetic edge to Wake to Fire.

Mike is a veteran musician whose roots run deep in the Kansas City live music scene. He first made his mark in the ’90s as the frontman and guitarist for the Southern rock band Due South, where he built his reputation on strong soulful guitar work, and a commanding stage presence. From there, Mike shifted gears and spent more than two decades as bassist and guitarist for the classic rock powerhouse Mr. Rockwood (formerly Paragon), logging hundreds of shows across multiple states and earning his stripes night after night on the road.

In addition to full-band work, Mike showcased his versatility as part of the popular acoustic duo Pair O’ Dudes, delivering stripped-down performances that highlighted his musicianship and connection with audiences. With decades of experience, rock-solid timing, and a deep respect for the songs, Mike brings a steady hand, and undeniable credibility to the stage with Wake to Fire.

Rick brings decades of hard-earned experience across multiple styles of music, built from years on the road and countless nights onstage. He’s played with bands at the local, regional, and national level, earning his reputation the only way that matters—live and in front of an audience. After spending three years in Los Angeles grinding it out in the Hollywood club scene, Rick took his sound beyond city limits and onto the highway.

He’s logged miles across 28 states and Canada on three separate tours under his own name, performing both original material and high-energy covers that connect instantly with the crowd. With commanding stage presence, relentless energy, and a deep understanding of what makes a live show hit hard, Rick doesn’t just play music—he delivers a performance audiences feel long after the last note fades.

Darryl Covinsky is the kind of bassist who brings both muscle and attitude to the stage. He got his start as the lead singer for the ’90s cover band The Few, fronting the band before eventually locking in on the low end where he now thrives. Today, Darryl holds down the foundation for Wake to Fire, delivering tight, driving bass lines that keep the band heavy and the groove relentless.

And when he steps up to the mic, it’s a whole different gear. With a gritty, growling vocal style channeling Scott Weilandswagger, Darryl adds an edge that turns heads and fires up the room. Part rhythm section, part secret weapon, he brings power, personality, and undeniable rock-and-roll grit to every show.