Who is the Andrew Morris Band?
The Andrew Morris Band has converted many music lovers to the country music genre more than anyone else in the industry. That, most likely can be attributed to musical background, influences, and experience of founder Andrew Morris.
Growing up in Jacksonville, Florida, Andrew was raised loving classic country, artists like legend, George Jones. Listening to the soulful sounds of country music legends, made a significant mark. According to Andrew, "Granddad’s love for classic country music was a huge influence. Additionally, the southern rock and rock’n roll sounds from mom and dad, equally added to the development of the sound that is synonymous with the Andrew Morris Band Sound.
With over twenty plus years of perfecting his craft, Andrew, along with guitar maestro, Steve Siciliano (baking vocals/lead guitar) and Nashville phenom, Michael Chenney (backing vocals/bass guitar) developed a reputation of excellence focused on honoring the classic sounds of country music. Driven by their love for the genre, along with each members unique musical expertise and varying musical influences, The Andrew Morris Band has been capturing hearts wherever they performed.
As the band’s recognition progressed, they were sadly hit with a tragic passing of their longtime drummer and dear friend Chuck Ficker in 2022. Shocked by the loss of Chuck; Andrew, Mike, and Steve were in need of a new drummer to carry on the torch. After a year of healing and struggling with the challenge to find someone who could represent the musical sound of the Andrew Morris Band, the fellas came across Rene Rivera. No stranger to country music from his time playing with other country artists/bands, Rene jumped right into the fire with the the boys in February of 2023. With his musical versatility, ear for details musically, and a feel in his groove that reflects the stories told in country music, Rene completed the missing part of the band to continue expanding the audiences of the Andrew Morris Band.
Andrew Morris Band has performed at SunFest (one of South Florida’s premier music festivals), and has been a recurring featured artist for the 103.1 New Country Radio, “Rib Round Up”, captivating crowds with their electrifying performance of country classics and originals.
