Rotondi

Formed in 1984 by songwriter/drummer Paul Lacques to explore polkas, waltzes and other forgotten musical forms in a modern pop style. Based in Los Angeles, California. Members: singer Tony Patellis; Richie Lawrence, accordionist-songwriter; Ray Symczyk, mandolin/trumpet/guitar; Peter Lacques (Paul's brother), harmonica/guitar, Mike Rose, saxophones; and John Noreen, bass. The band was named after Dr. Pietro Rotondi, an early prophet of Los Angeles bohemia.