THE BAND

Bad Medicine was formed and led by lifelong Bon Jovi fan, Joe Frasca, back in 2001. Through the years, the talented collection of musicians, with over 100+ combined years of on stage experience, has proven time and time again that Bad Medicine is truly the “next best thing”. In recent years, Bad Medicine has added several “non-Jovi” songs from the same genre, for those longer sets and situations that require a more diverse performance. However, Bad Medicine remains the favorite choice for Bon Jovi, and is still true to giving tribute to one of the most iconic and successful bands in history. The band has a resume that includes high profile performances both nationally and internationally private, public, and corporate alike. Bad Medicine has opened up for several national acts, including Eddie Money, Great White, Lita Ford, Bret Michaels (on numerous occasions), Foghat, Blue Oyster Cult, George Thorogood, Rick Springfield, and more. The addition of other 80’s Hair Bands like Whitesnake, Poison, Journey, etc, whenever needed, has made Bad Medicine a favorite of even very diverse audiences. If you want to see an accurate reproduction of the Bon Jovi sound, look, feel, and energy, it’s safe to say some Bad Medicine is what you need…

Joe Frasca

Lead Vocals / Acoustic Guitar

Joe #1 is a life-long Bon Jovi fan, who founded Bad Medicine way back in 2001. Through the years, Joe has made a lot of friendships and earned the respect of some very excellent musicians that he himself has watched for many years, and music fans alike.

PS…ask Joe what song he sang to win a karaoke final contest worth $500. You might be surprised! (Hint: It wasn’t Bon Jovi)

10 Crucial Questions For Joe:

How long have you been singing? Since I can remember (20 yrs in the band scene)
Favorite 80’s band? C’mon…is that question necessary?
Favorite 90’s band? Goo Goo Dolls
First CD/Album/Tape that you bought? Bon Jovi – Slippery
First concert and how old were you ? Bon Jovi – 16
Favorite song ? Born 2 Be My Baby / Magic Power
Favorite Movie? The Princess Bride
Favorite Movie Quote? “I’ll explain, and I’ll use small words so you will be sure to understand…you warthog faced baffoon”
Favorite Sports Team? STEELERS
What kind of gear do you play? Shure Beta58a wireless mic, Shure PSM900 In-ears, Takamine & Ovation Acoustic Guitars.

Joey Miroballi

Lead Guitar / Backing Vocals

Bio Coming Soon..

Diane Tragos

Keyboards

Bio Coming Soon…

Dave Caldarone

Bass

Bio Coming Soon

Joe Lynch

Drums

Joe #3 is a well known veteran drummer of many years in the local Chicago band scene & friend to the band, He is a hard hitting drummer with a great personality.

Joe was also the longtime drummer in the very popular alternative rock/ party band “Rubber” for 10 plus years. He has also filled in with bands such as ARRA, Modern Day Romeos, Hairbangers Ball & of course BAD MEDICINE..( just to name a few)

10 Crucial Questions For Joe:

How long have you been playing drums? 28 years
Favorite 80’s band? It’s a tie.. RATT and DOKKEN
Favorite 90’s band? Soundgarden
First CD/Album/Tape that you bought? Kiss- Animalize
First concert and how old were you ? Ozzy & Metallica Popular Creek Music Theater , 11 years old
Favorite song ? Nope…Can’t pick it.. too many
Favorite Movie? Empire Strikes Back
Favorite Movie Quote? “That rug really tied the room together, did it not?”
Favorite Sports Team? DA BEARS
What kind of gear do you play? DW & Tama Drums , Trick and DW Pedals with Zildjian cymbals

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