Tribute & Cover Bands

Amy Stewart - Lead Vocals, Guitar
Amy started with music and entertainment in early middle school in Choir and Drama Club covering musicals and playing acoustic guitar. Somewhere in the 70's with a fake Id the first bar band formed out of a basement Rampage – a mix of top 40 and Rock of the time – Heart, Pat Benatar, Cars, Led Zepplin et al. The next band was a change of pace Old # 7, covered country, blues and bluegrass that quickly became a favorite fit for her voice – inspired – to this day by the likes of Bonnie Riatt, Pheobe Snow, Carley Simon and Carol King to name only a few. Classical voice training over several years – performing at several competitions throughout the Tri-State area. Took a break from the Band life to raise a daughter (with a great set of pipes and who plays violin) Started singing cabaret with several extraordinary musicians. Performed at several corporate conferences at such venues as the Waldorf Astoria in NYC and the House Of Blues in Myrtle Beach. Persona Non Grata came about through "The Studio" in NY City and playing at the Bitter End with an interesting mix of obscure songs by well known artists. Continuing cabaret and finding the great group of musicians that form Off The Record, Amy has no plans to stop singing, performing and entertaining – it's pumping through the veins.

Kevin Roy - Bass Guitar, Harmonica, Vocals
Kevin started playing piano at the tender age of 6 and then started playing the guitar in his teens and he rapidly made the switch to bass guitar at 16. Kevin also added singing to augment his playing and his vocals are a great added dimension. He sings both lead and harmonies. Kevin has played with various house bands in the late '80's. He also played with the band Ami's Bad Dream, in Manhattan, in the '90's. He is the former bassist with the equally well known Queens-based band Crimson Street and has performed with San Diego's "Rockola" prior to joining Off the Record.
Kevin is a proud father of three musical children, ages 6, 12, and 17, all of whom will surely surpass him in talent and fame.

Russell Scott - Guitar, Vocals
Russell began his musical ambitions at the age of 13. He was mesmerized by the sounds of the guitars of such groups as the Doobie Brothers, the Eagles, and many others. By 16, Russell was in his first band and played his first gig shortly thereafter. Russell studied with many local mentors but it was at SUNY Oneonta that Russell met guitar guru Dennis Turchek and many of the secrets of the guitar were unlocked for him. Russell studied music theory and guitar at SUNY Oneonta and joined the music staff as a guitar teacher. Russell played with a well known upstate band "Import" that featured future drum great Tom Magrath. Upon returning to LI, Russell continued to teach privately.

Russell has performed at many local clubs recently with both acoustic and electric guitars and now brings his passion for music to "Off the Record".

Bobby "C" Carapezza - Drums
Bobby has played many different styles of music including classic rock, oldies, country and ethnic. He has worked with such people as Kenny Laguna (of Joan Jett, Tommy James, Darlene Love, Bill Medley and Tony Orlando fame) Kenny produced the first album by Radio City 79 which Bob played on; Don Roeser, aka Buck Dharma from Blue Oyster Cult; the Schwartzenegger Connection (Governor Arnold's relatives); and, Manny Daum, international recording and television star. One of Bob's top flight road gigs took place in Atlantic City, playing the Taj Mahal's "Oktoberfest", starring the guest of honor, and that year's NYC Steuben Society Parade's Grand Marshal, Mr. Donald Trump. Locally, Bob's presence has graced the Harry Chapin Stage at Eisenhower Park (with Manny Daum and the Schwartzenegger's), My Father's Place of Roslyn (with Full Circle); and, the catering halls, restaurants and bar rooms of the Greater NYC/LI area.

John D'Esposito - Keyboard, Vocals
John is an alien from another planet. There is not much more information available at time. Whenever I get a further glimpse, there is an odd flash and all I can remember is my first pet when I was 8. It is rumored he is an extraordinary musician but has an odd aversion to praise.

Among other cities, Chip Off The Record may serve the following areas: Great Neck, Hicksville, New Hyde Park, Port Washington, Westbury, Garden City, Muttontown, Babylon, Farmingdale, Rockville Center, Rockville Centre, Uniondale, Valley Stream, Central Islip, East Hills, Floral Park, Hauppauge, Hempstead, Holtsville, Huntington Station, Melville, Roslyn Harbor, Smithtown, Upper Brookville, Amityville, Brookville, Islandia, Jericho, Lake Success, Lakeview