In Flux

"In Flux is a 5 piece local Long Island band whose eclectic, popular sound combines the catchy hooks of up-tempo alternative rock, reggae and Motown with the soulful acoustic rhythms of folk-ballad rock. The band is composed of professional instrumentalists with a tight sound and soaring vocals. With unforgettable originals and a few creative covers up their sleeves, In Flux' live music, melodic grooves and connection with the audience always makes them a crowd favorite!"

Matt Hoffman – Guitar, Vocals – Matt Hoffman is an award winning singer/songwriter, and serves as both Music Director for South Huntington Schools and Band Director at Walt Whitman High School. As a multi-instrumentalist and production engineer, Matt has written and produced over 8 original albums and is also the co-advisor of The Collective Recording Studio at Whitman.

Vito Monti – Drums & Guitar – A Maryland native, Vito grew up playing drums in various punk bands in the Baltimore, DC area. A published poet and English teacher, Vito is also the founder of The Collective Recording Studio at Walt Whitman High School and heads sound and light production for the South Huntington School District. Monti anchors the INFLUX rhythm section behind the kit and plays guitar and banjo on a few tunes as well.

David Rickmers – Lead Vocals – A cross between Chris Cornell and John Fogerty, Dave Rickmers’ soaring vocals are always a crowd favorite! Rickmers teaches AP Art at Walt Whitman High School and gigs regularly all over the island. He’s currently one of two musicians in residence at The Whiskey Barrel in Port Jefferson on Saturday nights and is the lead vocalist with The Troubled Waters Band, which features Paul Simon’s bassist, Bakithi Kumalo.

Greg Modelewski – Piano – Music major and Band Director at Walt Whitman High School, Greg is a multi-instrumentalist who plays wind, brass and keys; the pianist for INFLUX, Modelewski adds color, movement and rhythm to the band’s catalogue. Additionally, Greg’s work on the trumpet, clarinet and cello have given the band a larger palette from which to work. Modelewski also serves as both the Marching Band Director and the Jazz Band Director at Walt Whitman High School.

Joey Jazz – Bass Guitar – Joey Jazwinski (aka- Joey “Jazz”) is an accomplished guitarist, bassist and vocalist. INFLUX’ newest addition to the band, Joey’s tight bass riffs always sit deep in the pocket, galvanize the rhythm section and glue the band together. Joey “Jazz” also plays guitar and sings on various INFLUX tracks.

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