Bio
COLD SWEAT is a four piece a four piece R&B “Rock n’ Blues” band from Lake County, IL., formed in 2006 from various local rock ‘n’ roll acts. All the members of Cold Sweat have been performing in the Chicago land area for 25 years, and are experienced, seasoned players.
The Cold Sweat sound can be best described as a solid blend of Blues, and the Heavy Rock of the sixties and seventies. The songs are rare Blues cuts, Blues standards, and Rock Blues covers. The heavy dual guitar attack, thumping bass line, and driving, drum fills provide the sound textures of the band.
COLD SWEAT:
David Disabato – Drums/Vocals:
Dave’s style of play is rooted in Blues, Rock, and Jazz. Dave can best be described as a high energy drummer with tons of chops. Dave is also very instrumental in finding the right songs for Cold Sweat to perform and booking most of the gigs.
Glenn McHenry – Bass Guitar/Vocals:
Classic Rock and Blues is what makes Mr. McHenry tick. First influenced by the bass players of the sixties & seventies, in addition to the Blues, you’ll hear him run off some of those old Jack Bruce runs, and John Entwistle riffs.
Les Csuk – Lead Guitar/Harp:
Les is the “Blues master” of Cold Sweat. His sizzling guitar riff’s and solos are the bread and butter of the band. Les has been playing guitar for over 30 years, and has covered all styles of music in that time, including Rock, Country, Bluegrass, and Jazz, but the Blues turn him on the most.
Eli Orfanos (The Greek Tycoon) – Guitar/Lead Vocals:
Eli’s vocal style is rooted in the music of Motown, and in the soul singers of the 60’s, and 70’s.
His love for R&B music was a perfect fit for Cold Sweat. He is an outstanding guitarist, and has been known to hold his own when asked to play lead guitar. He is a master when it comes to improvisation and his style of singing is exceptional.
Gigs played:
The following are just a few of the gigs we’ve played: Kingston Mines, Chicago; Gabe’s Backstage Lounge, Highwood; Escape, Buffalo Gove; Emerald Isle, Edison Park; Edison Park Summer Fest: Hanson Brother’s Tavern (jam session on Wednesday nights and exclusively on their first “Tuesday night at Hanson’s”); Avenue Ale House, Oak Park; Park Ridge Summer Events; and Libertyville and Vernon Hills block parties to name a few.