THE BAND
Seven musicians united by a passion for classic rock and a commitment to delivering unforgettable performances.
Larry Feldman
Lead Vocals / Rhythm Guitar
Also serving as the band's founder and songwriter, Larry's convincingly soulful vocal style and delivery add to the unique and original sound of the band. His driving guitar style and sound help to propel performances to incredible levels of excitement. His stage presence is always commanding and compelling.
El Fairworth
Lead Guitar / Backing Vocals
El is the band's Lead Guitarist extraordinaire, whose style is reminiscent of the great guitarists of 60's and 70's rock n' roll. His style is tight and steady when contributing to the band's rhythmic foundation. When he steps up to play lead, the result is nothing short of thunder and lightning. His confidence is evident in his seemingly effortless performances, as his many years on stage come to fruition with each show. El also contributes to the band's signature backing vocals.
John Harding
Lead and Rhythm Guitar
John's style is steady, strong, and reliable. With many years of experience performing in local bands, John has the guitar chops to take each song to its maximum level of precision and excitement. His stage presence is laid back, but make no mistake, he lets his guitar do the talking. Whether playing a well-known cover tune or one of the band's classic original songs, John pulls the audience into the action with his signature riffs and exciting delivery.
David C. Kennedy
Bass Guitar
Laying down the Bass riffs that form the band's solid, unbreakable foundation, David's instrumental prowess is only surpassed by his unique style and creativity. To hear his bass riffs is to take an amazing journey to unexpected musical destinations. To see him live on stage is to witness pure passion and unbridled energy.
Dave Kennedy
Drums / Percussion / Backing Vocals
Dave provides a straight-ahead, dynamic drumming style that contributes the finishing touches to the band's foundation. He also adds additional percussive flavorings to the songs, as well as backing vocals. His many years of experience, combined with his absolute passion for live and studio performance, are evident every time he takes the stage.
Alan Tolz
Keyboards
Alan Tolz provides the keyboard flavorings that complete the band's sound. Whether it's piano, organ, synthesizer, or electric piano, he delivers the goods every time. He is no stranger to stage performance, having played in many bands in the Northeast Region of the country for the past several decades. His powerful style and delivery provide the audience with a unique experience at every show.
Sam Murray
Tenor Saxophone
Sam Murray, a truly powerful and versatile musician, is the band's resident Tenor Sax player. Coming from a solid background of jazz and improvisational music performances and collaborations with many well-known musicians, he is equally adept at delivering extra muscle and additional versatility to the band's rock n' roll presentations.
Eric Tarr
Alto Saxophone
Eric Tarr completes the sax section's alluring musical appeal with the addition of his Alto Sax contributions. He has performed with many acts over the years, usually as part of a full horn section. This experience has allowed him to hone his ability to know exactly how and when to combine sax parts for the most effective sax section sound and presentation. He is equally adept when stepping out to play a solo part.
Our Story
The Real Fugitives formed in the heart of Philadelphia with one mission: to bring the raw energy and timeless appeal of classic rock to modern audiences. We're not just a cover band—we're a celebration of an era when music meant something, when every chord hit you in the chest, and when live performances were events, not just shows.
What sets us apart is our signature wall of sound. With dual saxophones driving our arrangements alongside traditional rock instrumentation, we create a sonic experience that's both nostalgic and completely fresh. It's classic rock, reimagined and Fugitized.
Based in Philadelphia, we've been electrifying stages across the region—from intimate wedding receptions to packed festival grounds. Whether you're looking for the perfect soundtrack to your special day or want to bring the house down at your corporate event, The Real Fugitives deliver an experience that your guests will talk about for years.