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Hug McKinney (member since 1997) lead vocalist/keyboardist Hug is The bands lead vocalist and keyboardist, joining the band in in 1997 for the Four Townsmen Reunion Tour. Since then he has been the groups musical arranger and director and enjoys performing the
oldies in all their venues. He is married
for 15 years to his wife, Deena and has two children, Jaden and Joshua. Previously, Hug performed and travelled with Daystar, a Christian Contempory group based out of Philidelphia, Pa. He was born and raised in Washington,
Pa. and now resides in Hickory. His
recording accomplishments include The Four Townsmen's Cd's "ReUnited", "Just Cruisin'"
and"Underthe Mistletoe" he also has a solo recording of his own ,"Pages
of Love" ,Daystars "What Now?" , Johnson & Johnson's "For He
so Loved" and has several solo recordings on the Hollywood Artist, Rainbow Records and the Nationally distributed "Hallelujah"
albums in Hollywood, California.
Email Pete - frtownsmen@netscape.net
Lou Gadani
(original member since 1959)
Bass Vocalist
Lou is the group's bass vocalist and is one of the founding
and original members. He and his wife Sheryl, have two sons and enjoy travelling and visiting the newest edition to their
family, Gabriela, their granddaughter. Lou , who resides in the Canonsburg area, is a sales representative for the Vernon
Company which specializes in custom printing and advertising products. Along with his busy schedule of work and family , Lou
still finds the time to manage the Four Townsmen's business affairs,along with bookings and related activities. His efforts,
which are vital to the groups strength, have raised the group to the highest level of professionalism and made them a reputable
professional act.As a bass singer, Lou adds to the music the strong underlying tones which are the backbone to good music.
Entering his fifth decade of talent with The Four Townsmen, he approaches each new concert and venue with full sincerity and
attention, making each show the very best it can be.
Rob Throckmorton
drummer
(Member since 2005)
Rob Throckmorton joined The Four Townsmen as the band’s drummer in 2005. Rob
has been playing as long as he can remember – this is what happens when your father is a drummer and there are always
sticks and drums around the house. After high school, he continued to play in the U.S. Army Band, where he regularly
traveled and played military parades and ceremonies. He played for and met VIPs ranging from General Schwarzkopf to
members of Congress, and played for military events including balls, parades, military graduations, recruiting concerts, jazz
cocktail bands, big bands, show bands, and for events as large and exciting as the Talladega 500, to name a few. In
a strange twist, Rob took a bit of a drum sabbatical when he went to college, and then went back into the Army, but this time
as a Field Artillery Officer. You can see how it might be difficult to play the drums inside of a howitzer. Apparently
he has a fondness for things that go boom. Finally in a funny chain of events that happened in the spring of ‘06,
John ,the 4T bass player, called Rob to get the phone number of Rob’s father about the 4T drum chair. Dad called
Rob back to tell him that “John might be calling you back about a job.” Well, the rest is history, and Rob
is happy to have received that fateful call. The motto is ‘once a drummer, always a drummer,’ and Rob is
glad to be back in the saddle again, while laying down the beat for The Four Townsmen. Rob and his wife, three children,
and two dogs live in McMurray.
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Raymond A. Margiotta
Ray is the newest member of the Four Townsmen band, replacing
long time guitarist Tom Lomasney. Ray was born and raised on Long Island. His father is from the Bronx, his mother hails orginally
from Coraopolis. Ray and his wife Nancy, who is from Strabane settled in Chartiers Township 20 years ago and have two teenage
sons, Joe and Bill. Ray has been playing guitar for nearly 40 years and he played in a number of bands while living in
New York. Most recently, he has been the guitarist and vocalist for The Basements. “I consider myself pretty lucky to
be joining this outfit. I owe some thanks to Vic & Tim down at Guitar Gallery for recommending me as Tom’s replacement.
I look forward to contributing all I can to making the next 50 years just as successful and enjoyable for everyone….
Lets Rock and Roll !!
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email Hug - hug@thefourtownsmen.com
Pete Kouklakis
(original member since 1959)
vocalist - 1st tenor
Pete has been with the Four
Townsmen since its very beginning. His smooth tenor voice has been an asset to the band for 50 years. Pete is married to his
lovely wife Janet and resides in his home town of Canonsburg. Recently retired from the Management industry, he is now
one of our regular booking representatives for the group. Pete and his wife love to vacation,dine out and hit the Casinos.
Pete's musical career is based solo out of the Four Townsmen being a part of two previous groups that united to form the
original Four. This occurring in his teen years, makes Pete our history buff for the group. He can tell you stories from the
very beginning, including , singing on top of the drive-in roof just before the movie!
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Pete Povich
(member since 2000)
baritone vocalist
Pete Povich, better know as,"Pete I got the Beat Povich"
has been with the Four Townsmen for nearly a decade now. Pete is the baritone voice among the front Four and is undoubtedly
the life of the party when it comes to his smooth dance moves! Pete is presently single and resides in Washington. Originally from
Monessen, Pete landed at WJPA 95.3FM and 1450Am, 25 years ago and is currently the Program Director and morning man.
His musical credits and knowledge are extensive. He first became The Four Townsmen's Sound engineer
and technician in 2000, later when filling the baratone position, Pete, was a perfect match to the front Four. Today
He serves the group in many capacities, not only in vocal talent but also in stage and sound engineering and booking representation.
He admits to having a blast !! One day Pete hopes to retire to the islands. Look out, St. Thomas!!
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John Marcischak
(Member since 2005)
Bass
Player-Background Vocalist The late 1950's and early 1960's is often
referred to as "The Golden Age of American Music". This period in American Music History produced artists such as
Elvis Presley, Bobby Darin, Bobby Vinton and others. This same era produced vocal groups such as The Diamonds, The Crests,
The Cadillac's, The Spaniels,and The Four Coins just to name a few. It is within the context of this background that John
Marcischak,(who often uses the stage name "John Michaels") developed his love for a music style that has come
to be known as "Doo Wop". Listening to local DJ's such as Porky Chedwick, John soon came to love the harmonys
and soul sounds of that wonderful period in pop music history.During this time, John completed his Degree in Music from
West Virginia University and a Masters Degree from Duquesne University while continuing to perform with legendary stars
such as the origional "Vogues", Gary "US" Bonds, "The Four Coins" and many other artist
s of the day. John has also performed with many local musicians and singers including Chuck Marshall, the origional lead
singer of "The Four Townsmen".John has been with the "Townsmen" since 2005 as bass player and
background vocalist. John has also works with lead singer Hug McKinney on many of the arrangements that the group uses in
its current set lists!
email : rm240001@ncr.com
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