music from the 1990’s and 2000’s to a stage near you!

Chelsie Newhard – Lead Vocals
Chelsie has extensive performance experience through her musical and theatrical endeavours. When she’s not belting out a tune or knee deep in a theatrical run, she is real-life pro horticulturist with the “greenest thumb” in the Twin Cities!

Dave Anderson – Lead Guitar
Dave has played guitar with several bands over his musical career. After a recent hiatus from live shows, he’s back in action providing sweet lead guitar work for Simulated Woodgrain!

Joe Kaul – Rhythm Guitar & Backup Vocals
Joe has over 40 years of experience playing live and creating original music with several bands over the course of time. Joe has been playing in bands with Matt for nearly 30 years! With more than 25 original projects recorded and more than 500 live shows played, he keeps rocking on with Simulated Woodgrain!

Marcelo Fagundes – Bass Guitar
Marcelo has been a guitarist for many local bands including Taken From The Man and The Tipsy Russells – and is now making the switch to Bass Guitar for Simulated Woodgrain.

Matt Hicks – Drums & Backup Vocals
Matt is a multi-instrument musician with extensive experience on the bass guitar and even a stint on rhythm guitar. Matt’s passion lies with the drums though, and he’s very happy to provide the beats that drive the Simulated Woodgrain live experience!