Austin Years; Members
During the Austin years (1987–1992), the band had the following lineup:
- Ted Cho - electric guitar, mandolin, bass
- Dave Max Crawford - organ, trumpet, accordion
- Darren Hess - drum kit (1991–1992)
- Bruce Hughes - bass
- Frank Orrall - guitar, tin flute, drums, vocals
- John Nelson - congas, maracas, tom-toms, background vocals (1989–1992)
- Dick Ross - drum kit (1987–1990)
- Adam Sultan - electric guitar, acoustic guitar, vocals
- Susan Voelz - violin, guitar, vocals
Additionally, the records featured literally dozens of musicians credited as "Satellite Poi Members". Most prominent amongst these satellite members were vocalist Abra Moore, drummer Sean Coffey and (on their third album) turntable operator Andre "DJ Cassanova" Irons.
Beginning with that third album, 1992's Volo Volo, the band began to experiment with new musical styles, including fully incorporating DJ Cassanova into the line-up. Orrall's emerging interest in dance and house music led the band to relocate to Chicago in 1992, where it developed a loyal local following and was named best band by Chicago magazine in 1997.
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