Take a Chance is a Cincinnati, Ohio based band. They were founded when Mike Abrams (drummer) was playing in another band with Doug Dalton (guitar). At the time, they both realized that they were looking for something different. They have had many years of musical experience, both playing and sharing the stage with, well-known national acts such as Marshall Tucker, Lone Star, Hank Williams Jr., etc. However, all of this experience led to some of the “fun” dying out. Doug and Mike both wanted
Take a Chance is a Cincinnati, Ohio based band. They were founded when Mike Abrams (drummer) was playing in another band with Doug Dalton (guitar). At the time, they both realized that they were looking for something different. They have had many years of musical experience, both playing and sharing the stage with, well-known national acts such as Marshall Tucker, Lone Star, Hank Williams Jr., etc. However, all of this experience led to some of the “fun” dying out. Doug and Mike both wanted to get back to their roots of “playing” music on the weekends.
With 4 members they have 4 lead singers with their drummer (Mike Abrams) also contributing lead and backing vocals.
Steve Schlembach plays bass and sings a few lead songs but Steve enjoys singing backing vocals more than lead. His bass playing skills are 2nd to none!
David Lewis is on keyboards. His playing is over the top but then when he sings it is mind bogeling that this guy is not on tour with any national act!
Doug Dalton toured with Marshall Tucker and has played with several other national acts over the years. Doug currently has over 300 guitars so you guitar guys will love chatting with him!
If you’re looking for a band with variety, Take a Chance plays everything from ZZ Top and George Jones, to Stevie Ray Vaughn and The Blues Brothers! The band is always willing to take requests, and they enjoy playing something “new” at every show. Contact Mike today for bookings!
