First Rush is a new version of an old classic. With origins still firmly rooted in their progressive rock history, the members of First Rush are made up of original “First Rush” members Mike Sauce – lead vocals and guitar, Rick Johansen – drums and backup vocals, Skip Johnson - bass guitar and backup vocals, and Mark Hicks – keyboards and backup vocals. Rounding out the quintet on guitar and backup vocals is Russ Webb, long-standing guitarist in the popular “Bobby Crown Band”. These fine musicians have been involved in the North Texas music scene since the early 1970’s. They have been players in these popular area bands: Saratoga (70’s), First Rush (70’s and 80’s), Double Ace (70’s to current), Stark Ravin’ (Polydor recording artists 70’s and early 80’s), Lynx (70’s and 80’s),The Joe City Band (80’s), Lo Della (70’s and 80’s), and the infamous Inflatable Dates (80’s and 90’s). First Rush continues to carry their skillful stylistic interpretations of their chosen classic rock genre into the new century with the release of their latest EP entitled “It’s About Time”; A progressive, yet classic sound for all ages. Enjoy their own original progressive rock songs with an accent on rich vocal harmonies, stand-out guitars, melodies and percussion, all performed with the collective legacy of untold decades of stage experience.
