
About Us
We are a rabid group of decades-long fans coming together here to share our love for one of the greatest classic rock bands of our time. America's official web site is at https://americatheband.com
Founding guitarist, singer, and songwriter Dewey Bunnell has remained steadfastly devoted to America since 1970, with no major side bands but deep ties through collaborations with ex-member Dan Peek on his 1984 solo album Doer of the Word and production legends like George Martin across five albums (1974–1979).
Bassist and vocalist Rich Campbell (with America since 2003) anchors the low end with a resume spanning R&B to rock: he backed Natalie Cole from 1985–1989, toured with Three Dog Night from 1989 until 1996, and performed with Dave Mason's band, The Edgar Winter Group, Badfinger, Gary Wright and Tiny Tim (yes, THAT Tiny Tim) while also tour managing Ringo Starr's All-Starr Band in the 90's.
Drummer Ryland Steen delivers propulsive energy from his ska-punk roots in Reel Big Fish (2005–2014), where he laid down tracks on albums like We're Not Happy 'Til You're Not Happy, plus stints with Maroon 5, Kris Allen, Phantom Planet, Audiovent, and The Elected.
Lead guitarist, keyboardist, and vocalist Steve Fekete adds soaring solos drawn from pop and rock circuits, including tours with Avril Lavigne (2008 world tour), Gwen Stefani, Vertical Horizon, Five for Fighting, Cassadee Pope, Don Felder (Eagles), and David Archuleta, alongside house band duties on NBC's The Bonnie Hunt Show.
Multi-instrumentalist Andy Barr rounds out the harmonies on guitars and keys, fresh from his role as guitarist/keyboardist in pop-rock outfit Cobra Starship (2015 stint with America), and his space-folk project Formerly Alien (with Amy Merrill, blending sci-fi narratives and anthemic songs of hope on their 2019 EP Civilization Transport Systems), infusing their classics with a modern edge. This collective's diverse paths—from punk mosh pits to pop arenas—fuel America's timeless vibe, ensuring 56 years of hits feel vibrantly alive on stages nationwide.
