Artist description SOUL SEARCHING VOCALS COUPLED WITH HIGH ENERGY DUAL LEAD AND TASTE BLUES STYLE RHYTHM PROGRESSIONS DRIVEN BY ROVING BASS LINES AND POWERFUL, STRONG HANDED STRAIT FORWARD DRUMMING.

Music Style Rock & Roll

Musical Influences Hatchet, Travers, Skynard, Rush, Winters, Vaughn, UFO, ZZ

Similar Artists Thin Lizzy, Night Ranger, Allman Brothers, 38 Special, BUT, MOST OF ALL WE SOUND LIKE COMMOND GROUND!!!!!!!!!!

Artist History Started in 1990, Old time friends Danny and Joe Kenw of each other from past jam sessions in the early 80's JOE on bass DANNY on guitar and D.L. on guitar and a drummer that would not show up most of the time. After the demise of that nameless band Danny switched to drums and would recieve a call from JOE some 10 years later to try out for a band he was forming. Coining the name Commond Ground happened shortly there after. The durms and bass were solid but the guitar players were a different story. After several member changes D.L. was coaxed out of retirement and Dave answeres a news paper ad, and Commond Ground is complete and healthy.

Group Members DANNY REIDER - Drums & VocalsJOE CONWAY - BassDANIEL LUZINAS - GuitarDAVE LIND - Guitar

Press Reviews Commond Ground Is an uncommon local band DI Staff8\20\2000By Darla A. Baker The Daily Independent Local band Commond Ground will appear in concert with the legendary Foghat on Friday, Aug. 25, at the Desert Empire Fairgrounds. The concert gates will open at the fairgrounds at 6:30 p.m., with Commond Ground opening at 7:30 p.m. Take your lawn chairs or a blanket, then kick back and prepare to rock in what promises to be a night to remember. Joe “The Shmoe” Conway is the band’s original founding member from 11 years ago. He plays bass, carrying with him 32 years of experience, and provides background vocals as well. Ask his fellow band members, and they will tell you he is the joker of the group. Born and reared in Ridgecrest, he is a graduate of Burroughs High School. In addition to his commitment to the band, he is employed full time as a technician for the Sensors and Platforms group at the Naval Air Warfare Station. He and his fiancée, Jeneene, plan to marry Sept. 30. Jeneene jokingly refers to herself as his “fan widow,” all too aware that the full life he leads can often be demanding. He has one daughter, Ashley. Another longtime band member is Danny “Crack-the-Whipper” Reider. Reider is lead vocalist and plays Sonor drums. This is a rarity in bands. He has been with the band for 10 years, playing the drums for 25. His comrades have given him his nickname due to his no-nonsense approach to “getting the job done.” Reider is also employed at the Naval Air Warfare Station, as an electronic technician. Besides his music, he has a real passion for racing dirt bikes and dune buggies. Born and reared in Lake Isabella, he moved here in 1979. He and his wife, Sandy, have been married for 15 years. They have three children, Brienna, Brice, and Brett. Playing Gibson guitar and guitar synthesizer, Dave “Dog” Lind has been with the band for three years, and playing guitar for the past 20. He is employed full time at the Coso Geothermal Plant as a control board operator. “If you don’t know what that is,” said Reider, “just ask Homer Simpson.” Lind moved to Ridgecrest 12 years ago, originally from the Los Angeles area. He has two children, David, and Cheryl. “(Lind) is the glue that holds the band together,” said Reider. Last, but most certainly not least, is Daniel “D.L.” Luzinas. He has been with the band for two years, and also plays a Gibson guitar. Calling himself a “local jocal,” he first picked up a guitar 30 years ago. His other hobbies include racing dirtbikes and just hanging out with his four children, David, Sheena, Andrew, and Katerina. Luzinas brings to the band his love for the blues and jazz. According to the others, he is on a quest for perfection. Soundman Paul “Pinhead” Fricher joined the band a year ago, lending his expertise in the areas of sound reproduction and recording. The band credits him for bringing them closer than ever to finishing their first CD. They consider themselves a hard rock group with rhythm and blues influence. Favorite recording artists include Foghat, U.F.O., Molly Hatchet, and most especially the Pat Travers Band. “Pat Travers is God,” said Conway. The band was invited to open for Foghat due to their reputation. The group was also told their sound is compatible with Foghat’s. “We’re excited about opening for them,” says Conway. The band currently has 14 original songs to their credit. That work is a result of collaborative efforts, with Reider writing the majority of the lyrics. The 15th song is near completion and titled “Reachin’ for Something.” D.L. has dubbed it his favorite, as it mirrors his blues and jazz roots. The band gets together to rehearse at their studio, a converted garage next to Conway’s house. The studio is also where the band recorded the songs which can be requested and heard courtesy of KSSI-FM 102.7 radio station. Inside, nearly every inch of wall space bears some witness to their personalities, travels and humor. Tacked to one wall are 35 colorful poster flyers, remnants of past appearances. Several have the same error: the incorrect spelling — “Common” — of the band’s name. In addition to appearing at every possible venue in Ridgecrest, they have performed in Lake Isabella, Kernville, Bakersfield, Trona, Los Angeles, Palm Springs and Lucerne Valley. “(We) hope to keep playing,” says Reider. “It’s hard to play in Ridgecrest, (appearing) over 100 times, at some point you got to get out and move on.” So what drives them on? “Success is doing what you want to, and we are doing what we want,” said D.L. “The music will never stop,” Conway added. They each attribute much of their success to the support they have received from family and friends. They also give each other credit. “We are real family oriented and have a lot of friends who are devoted fans,” said Conway. “We can count on at least 100 of them showing up wherever we play.” “There can be a lot of pressure, arguing about things that go on. But it’s the camaraderie and our quest to bring a good song to the plate that matters,” says Conway. “No matter how much head banging is going on, it’s more important that we hang together rather than bail.” “We have what it takes to be able to hang in there as far as personalities go, the perfect balance.” “I love these guys,” says D.L. “They are my bros.” Asked what was the most memorable experience they have had as a band, one stood out by far. While Commond Ground was slamming out a popular AC/DC” tune during a gig out of town, the audience got up and line danced through the whole song. Although horrified at the time, band members now find the humor in it. Laughing, they have challenged any group to top it in what they refer as “the ultimate gig from hell.” And what does the future hold for the band? They are currently working with an individual from Las Vegas who is assisting them in their search for new opportunities to expand their sound. Pending additional funding, they hope to finish the production of their first CD in the near future, and are looking forward to other possible recordings and fresh opportunities. “Classic rock is making a come-back and we are poised,” said Reider. “We just keep writing music in a never ending quest for tone.” Do the band members see themselves on television anytime soon? “Yes,” said Conway. “The Tonight Show,” said D.L. “Rock Night,” said Reider. “Depends on which way the wind blows, you never know,” said Lind. The band expressed their gratitude to their many supporters. ‘First of all, we want to thank Foghat for coming to Ridgecrest,” said Reider. “Also to John Perridge and Christine (from KSSI-FM 102.7 radio station), to the many sponsors who made it (the upcoming concert) happen, to the folks in town for calling the radio station to request our music, and to all of our friends and family to whom we have dedicated the title track of our first CD.” D.L. had a special thank you he wanted to add. “Thanks to God in particular for the talent, that’s what’s keeping me going,” he said. Finally, the photograph of Commond Ground that was mistakenly identified as the Foghat Band in a recent edition of The Daily Independent was brought up. They joked about the error, revealing a sense of humor (okay, it was this reporter who made the mistake). “We thank the D.I. for the humongous blunder that skyrocketed our notoriety in our home town,” said Reider. “It was the best publicity we ever got.” “Still today I had people chiding me over that,” added Conway. “They say, ‘I didn’t know you joined Foghat’.” Reider talks about their original songs which they plan to sing at the upcoming concert. Limited to 45 minutes, they will play a mixture of their own material and popular favorites. Reider offered a little history of those they will play: 1. “Someone Like You” is about the trials and tribulations of single young adults. 2. ‘Earthquake Jake” was written after Reider and his wife, Sandy, went to Northridge the day after the infamous earthquake to watch “Wake Robin,” (fellow musicians and friends who were playing at Mancini’s). One of the other band members was named Jake, thus the song is born. 3.”Kick A Little Ass” (Reider’s favorite) is what Commond Ground claims they are all about: “Living your dreams and for the future no matter what anyone says,” said Reider. 4. “I’ll Find My Way” was written after Reider’s first son was born, B rice. 5. “What Do You Know” (Lind’s favorite) is an incredible piece which came to life in an incredible way. The song was written the day D.L. auditioned for the band two years ago. Reider asked D.L. “What do you know?” D.L. fired up his Gibson and began playing a tune. Reider asks him “What’s that,” in which D.L. replies “Just something I’m messing with.” “Well play it,” Reider says. Listening to D.L. play, Reider looked over to the scribble board which hangs on the studio wall. Written on the board is the names of songs from many legendary recording artists, ones the band knows how to play. Reider began singing the song titles written on the board, scrambling them into lyrics that rhyme with a dash of reason. Incredibly, the band spent a mere 15 minutes to grab the melody, pump in the lyrics and bring it on home. 6. “It’s All Good” (Conway’s favorite) pretty much describes what the band is all about: maintaining a good attitude, rising above the pressures that often stem from juggling their jobs, relationships with their family and friends and still find time to commit to the band. 7. “Friends and Family” is a tribute to the band’s many supporters over the years. “We could not have done this without the help, understanding and foundation of our families, (like) putting up with our hours,” said Conway. During the concert, the band will toss the few remaining logo T-shirts to the crowd. “These are the last of the 1999 Commond Ground T-shirts,” says Conway. The names of the band’s many loyal fans and friends are printed on the back of the shirts, in dedication of their support. The band will dedicate the Aug. 25 concert to the memory of Vic Van Horn, previous owner of Primetime. Van Horn once took the band under his wing, inviting them to play in his nightclub regularly to entertain their family, friends and patrons. They remember having only positive experiences at his club. Sadly, Van Horn agreed to manage the band a few short weeks before his untimely death. They fall silent for a moment, deep in individual thought. It is clear the band misses their friend. As for special preparations for the upcoming concert, they look at each other and share secret little smile. Without ruining the surprise, let me just say that Conway has definitely made special arrangements at an unknown local dress shop. I may be wrong, but I swear I heard someone mumble something about “polyester concert attire.” Commond Ground has agreed to donate their performance to the benefit of the community, in promoting the growth of other musical attractions coming to the area. The band rehearsed several songs while I was there, as a sort of preview of what’s to come. I found their talent as seasoned musicians undeniable. They possess strong instrumental talent, completely in balance with one another. Watching them, you somehow get this feeling that they are all connected, playing as though they are one. Reider possesses a rare ability to wail on the drums and still project strong vocals, his voice pleasant and not overridden by his drumming. Conway can make his bass come alive, keeping the beat with little effort, or so it seems. Keep your eye on D.L., or rather on his fingers. Here, he will prove to entertain you with his magic. As for Lind, after hearing the band play “Doctor, Doctor” by U.F.O., he demonstrates a unique and remarkable quality of his own. During the preamble, he manipulated his guitar so as to produce a sound which strongly resembled a keyboard. Whatever sound he’s after, he can make his Gibson sing. It became obvious they belong together. Even more so is the blood, sweat and tears they have poured into perfecting their sound, individually and as a whole. For those of you who have not seen the band perform, you’re in for a real treat. The concert gates will open at the fairgrounds at 6:30 p.m., with Commond Ground opening at 7:30 p.m. Take your lawn chairs or a blanket, then kick back and prepare to rock in what promises to be a night to remember. On a personal note, let me just say I can understand why Commond Ground has already acquired a community full of devoted fans. As I walked to my car, I thought this much is true: Foghat is gonna have a tough act to follow. See ya there.Commond Ground Is an uncommon local band DI Staff8\20\2000By Darla A. Baker The Daily Independent Local band Commond Ground will appear in concert with the legendary Foghat on Friday, Aug. 25, at the Desert Empire Fairgrounds. The concert gates will open at the fairgrounds at 6:30 p.m., with Commond Ground opening at 7:30 p.m. Take your lawn chairs or a blanket, then kick back and prepare to rock in what promises to be a night to remember. Joe “The Shmoe” Conway is the band’s original founding member from 11 years ago. He plays bass, carrying with him 32 years of experience, and provides background vocals as well. Ask his fellow band members, and they will tell you he is the joker of the group. Born and reared in Ridgecrest, he is a graduate of Burroughs High School. In addition to his commitment to the band, he is employed full time as a technician for the Sensors and Platforms group at the Naval Air Warfare Station. He and his fiancée, Jeneene, plan to marry Sept. 30. Jeneene jokingly refers to herself as his “fan widow,” all too aware that the full life he leads can often be demanding. He has one daughter, Ashley. Another longtime band member is Danny “Crack-the-Whipper” Reider. Reider is lead vocalist and plays Sonor drums. This is a rarity in bands. He has been with the band for 10 years, playing the drums for 25. His comrades have given him his nickname due to his no-nonsense approach to “getting the job done.” Reider is also employed at the Naval Air Warfare Station, as an electronic technician. Besides his music, he has a real passion for racing dirt bikes and dune buggies. Born and reared in Lake Isabella, he moved here in 1979. He and his wife, Sandy, have been married for 15 years. They have three children, Brienna, Brice, and Brett. Playing Gibson guitar and guitar synthesizer, Dave “Dog” Lind has been with the band for three years, and playing guitar for the past 20. He is employed full time at the Coso Geothermal Plant as a control board operator. “If you don’t know what that is,” said Reider, “just ask Homer Simpson.” Lind moved to Ridgecrest 12 years ago, originally from the Los Angeles area. He has two children, David, and Cheryl. “(Lind) is the glue that holds the band together,” said Reider. Last, but most certainly not least, is Daniel “D.L.” Luzinas. He has been with the band for two years, and also plays a Gibson guitar. Calling himself a “local jocal,” he first picked up a guitar 30 years ago. His other hobbies include racing dirtbikes and just hanging out with his four children, David, Sheena, Andrew, and Katerina. Luzinas brings to the band his love for the blues and jazz. According to the others, he is on a quest for perfection. Soundman Paul “Pinhead” Fricher joined the band a year ago, lending his expertise in the areas of sound reproduction and recording. The band credits him for bringing them closer than ever to finishing their first CD. They consider themselves a hard rock group with rhythm and blues influence. Favorite recording artists include Foghat, U.F.O., Molly Hatchet, and most especially the Pat Travers Band. “Pat Travers is God,” said Conway. The band was invited to open for Foghat due to their reputation. The group was also told their sound is compatible with Foghat’s. “We’re excited about opening for them,” says Conway. The band currently has 14 original songs to their credit. That work is a result of collaborative efforts, with Reider writing the majority of the lyrics. The 15th song is near completion and titled “Reachin’ for Something.” D.L. has dubbed it his favorite, as it mirrors his blues and jazz roots. The band gets together to rehearse at their studio, a converted garage next to Conway’s house. The studio is also where the band recorded the songs which can be requested and heard courtesy of KSSI-FM 102.7 radio station. Inside, nearly every inch of wall space bears some witness to their personalities, travels and humor. Tacked to one wall are 35 colorful poster flyers, remnants of past appearances. Several have the same error: the incorrect spelling — “Common” — of the band’s name. In addition to appearing at every possible venue in Ridgecrest, they have performed in Lake Isabella, Kernville, Bakersfield, Trona, Los Angeles, Palm Springs and Lucerne Valley. “(We) hope to keep playing,” says Reider. “It’s hard to play in Ridgecrest, (appearing) over 100 times, at some point you got to get out and move on.” So what drives them on? “Success is doing what you want to, and we are doing what we want,” said D.L. “The music will never stop,” Conway added. They each attribute much of their success to the support they have received from family and friends. They also give each other credit. “We are real family oriented and have a lot of friends who are devoted fans,” said Conway. “We can count on at least 100 of them showing up wherever we play.” “There can be a lot of pressure, arguing about things that go on. But it’s the camaraderie and our quest to bring a good song to the plate that matters,” says Conway. “No matter how much head banging is going on, it’s more important that we hang together rather than bail.” “We have what it takes to be able to hang in there as far as personalities go, the perfect balance.” “I love these guys,” says D.L. “They are my bros.” Asked what was the most memorable experience they have had as a band, one stood out by far. While Commond Ground was slamming out a popular AC/DC” tune during a gig out of town, the audience got up and line danced through the whole song. Although horrified at the time, band members now find the humor in it. Laughing, they have challenged any group to top it in what they refer as “the ultimate gig from hell.” And what does the future hold for the band? They are currently working with an individual from Las Vegas who is assisting them in their search for new opportunities to expand their sound. Pending additional funding, they hope to finish the production of their first CD in the near future, and are looking forward to other possible recordings and fresh opportunities. “Classic rock is making a come-back and we are poised,” said Reider. “We just keep writing music in a never ending quest for tone.” Do the band members see themselves on television anytime soon? “Yes,” said Conway. “The Tonight Show,” said D.L. “Rock Night,” said Reider. “Depends on which way the wind blows, you never know,” said Lind. The band expressed their gratitude to their many supporters. ‘First of all, we want to thank Foghat for coming to Ridgecrest,” said Reider. “Also to John Perridge and Christine (from KSSI-FM 102.7 radio station), to the many sponsors who made it (the upcoming concert) happen, to the folks in town for calling the radio station to request our music, and to all of our friends and family to whom we have dedicated the title track of our first CD.” D.L. had a special thank you he wanted to add. “Thanks to God in particular for the talent, that’s what’s keeping me going,” he said. Finally, the photograph of Commond Ground that was mistakenly identified as the Foghat Band in a recent edition of The Daily Independent was brought up. They joked about the error, revealing a sense of humor (okay, it was this reporter who made the mistake). “We thank the D.I. for the humongous blunder that skyrocketed our notoriety in our home town,” said Reider. “It was the best publicity we ever got.” “Still today I had people chiding me over that,” added Conway. “They say, ‘I didn’t know you joined Foghat’.” Reider talks about their original songs which they plan to sing at the upcoming concert. Limited to 45 minutes, they will play a mixture of their own material and popular favorites. Reider offered a little history of those they will play: 1. “Someone Like You” is about the trials and tribulations of single young adults. 2. ‘Earthquake Jake” was written after Reider and his wife, Sandy, went to Northridge the day after the infamous earthquake to watch “Wake Robin,” (fellow musicians and friends who were playing at Mancini’s). One of the other band members was named Jake, thus the song is born. 3.”Kick A Little Ass” (Reider’s favorite) is what Commond Ground claims they are all about: “Living your dreams and for the future no matter what anyone says,” said Reider. 4. “I’ll Find My Way” was written after Reider’s first son was born, B rice. 5. “What Do You Know” (Lind’s favorite) is an incredible piece which came to life in an incredible way. The song was written the day D.L. auditioned for the band two years ago. Reider asked D.L. “What do you know?” D.L. fired up his Gibson and began playing a tune. Reider asks him “What’s that,” in which D.L. replies “Just something I’m messing with.” “Well play it,” Reider says. Listening to D.L. play, Reider looked over to the scribble board which hangs on the studio wall. Written on the board is the names of songs from many legendary recording artists, ones the band knows how to play. Reider began singing the song titles written on the board, scrambling them into lyrics that rhyme with a dash of reason. Incredibly, the band spent a mere 15 minutes to grab the melody, pump in the lyrics and bring it on home. 6. “It’s All Good” (Conway’s favorite) pretty much describes what the band is all about: maintaining a good attitude, rising above the pressures that often stem from juggling their jobs, relationships with their family and friends and still find time to commit to the band. 7. “Friends and Family” is a tribute to the band’s many supporters over the years. “We could not have done this without the help, understanding and foundation of our families, (like) putting up with our hours,” said Conway. During the concert, the band will toss the few remaining logo T-shirts to the crowd. “These are the last of the 1999 Commond Ground T-shirts,” says Conway. The names of the band’s many loyal fans and friends are printed on the back of the shirts, in dedication of their support. The band will dedicate the Aug. 25 concert to the memory of Vic Van Horn, previous owner of Primetime. Van Horn once took the band under his wing, inviting them to play in his nightclub regularly to entertain their family, friends and patrons. They remember having only positive experiences at his club. Sadly, Van Horn agreed to manage the band a few short weeks before his untimely death. They fall silent for a moment, deep in individual thought. It is clear the band misses their friend. As for special preparations for the upcoming concert, they look at each other and share secret little smile. Without ruining the surprise, let me just say that Conway has definitely made special arrangements at an unknown local dress shop. I may be wrong, but I swear I heard someone mumble something about “polyester concert attire.” Commond Ground has agreed to donate their performance to the benefit of the community, in promoting the growth of other musical attractions coming to the area. The band rehearsed several songs while I was there, as a sort of preview of what’s to come. I found their talent as seasoned musicians undeniable. They possess strong instrumental talent, completely in balance with one another. Watching them, you somehow get this feeling that they are all connected, playing as though they are one. Reider possesses a rare ability to wail on the drums and still project strong vocals, his voice pleasant and not overridden by his drumming. Conway can make his bass come alive, keeping the beat with little effort, or so it seems. Keep your eye on D.L., or rather on his fingers. Here, he will prove to entertain you with his magic. As for Lind, after hearing the band play “Doctor, Doctor” by U.F.O., he demonstrates a unique and remarkable quality of his own. During the preamble, he manipulated his guitar so as to produce a sound which strongly resembled a keyboard. Whatever sound he’s after, he can make his Gibson sing. It became obvious they belong together. Even more so is the blood, sweat and tears they have poured into perfecting their sound, individually and as a whole. For those of you who have not seen the band perform, you’re in for a real treat. The concert gates will open at the fairgrounds at 6:30 p.m., with Commond Ground opening at 7:30 p.m. Take your lawn chairs or a blanket, then kick back and prepare to rock in what promises to be a night to remember. On a personal note, let me just say I can understand why Commond Ground has already acquired a community full of devoted fans. As I walked to my car, I thought this much is true: Foghat is gonna have a tough act to follow. See ya there.

Location Ridgecrest, CA - USA

Copyright notice. All material on MP3.com is protected by copyright law and by international treaties. You may download this material and make reasonable number of copies of this material only for your own personal use. You may not otherwise reproduce, distribute, publicly perform, publicly display, or create derivative works of this material, unless authorized by the appropriate copyright owner(s).