The Grass Roots Are:
DUSTY HANVEY: (Lead Guitar , Vocals)- For more than 39 years this Cherry Valley, California native has
been an integral part of one of the most iconic bands of it’s time. Along with his skills as a lead guitarist
and vocalist, Dusty also takes on the title of The Grass Roots’ Road Manager. “Great compositions
stand the test of time. These songs will always be considered some of the best pop rock songs ever
recorded and it’s a pleasure to perform them with this great band.”
LARRY NELSON: (Keyboards, Vocals) – Hailing from Norfolk, Virginia, Larry has been performing The
Grass Roots’ memorable keyboard lines in countless venues across North America for more than 39
years. “It may be a cliché, but it really is all about the songs. It never gets old performing great songs
and enjoying the immediate feedback from the audience. The first few notes of Temptation Eyes or
Midnight Confessions never fail to elicit a response, and are always a joy to play.”
JOE DOUGHERTY: (Drums) – For more than 38 years, this Evansville, Indiana native has been pounding
out some of Classic Rock’s greatest hits with one of the genre’s most accomplished bands. “ It’s always
great to see the fan reaction when we perform these great hits. Our fan base spans from 15 to 75
years old. It’s pretty amazing that the songs appeal to such a wide audience.”
MARK DAWSON: (Lead Vocals, Bass) –Mark has been a part of The Grass Roots for 18 years. This
Chicago, Illinois native who now calls Orlando, Florida home has made a big impression on die-hard
fans and audiences everywhere. Mark’s vocals bring to life the classic Grass Roots’ sound that America
has loved for almost 50 years. “It’s hard for anyone to deny that The Grass Roots are one of pop
music’s most memorable bands. If there is any doubt, take a listen to the band now; still playing all
of the great hits from 1966 on up…and playing them the way YOU remember them.”
Since their formation The Grass Roots have gone on to chart 29 singles; 13 of which went gold followed by 2 gold albums and 1
platinum album. In the entire history of Rock n’ Roll, only 9 bands (including The Beatles) have charted
more hits on Billboard’s Hot 100 than The Grass Roots. For almost 50 years one of the most recognized
groups on “Classic Rock” stations has continued to be The Grass Roots. During that time, the Grass
Roots have averaged over 100 live performances each year.
