
The ToneKats are...
Dave Bull: Vocals, Guitars, harmonica
John Sedgwick: Vocals, Bass
Martin Bracken-LaForest: Drums
BAND BIOS

Dave Bull - Guitar, Vocals, Harmonica - Originally from Toronto, Dave has been in the Kingston music scene since 1983 and is a well-known local rock guitarist/singer, He started the Tonekats in 2003.
He portrayed Buddy Holly in the band "Buddy Holly Live!" (1999-2019) in Canadian theatres, at festivals and events, Dave's ability to channel original artists and learn their songs note for note combines well with his dynamic rock guitar solos, He has an experienced ear and vocal range and plays harmonica, slide guitar and even piano, He is best known for his Gibson SG sound.
John Sedgwick - Bass, Vocals - John has a distinct straight-ahead bass groove and has co-led the ToneKats with Dave Bull since 2007.. Like Dave who is originally from Toronto, John led his band "The Beautiful Losers" on tours alongside Blue Rodeo, Slik Toxic, Modern English, Jeff Healey, Joan Osborne, and Mountain. John is a formidable writer and bassist with a distinct low but powerful tenor voice. John was a staple in the Toronto rock scene in the 1990s.
Martin Bracken-LaForest - Drums - Marty "Kit Kat" has been tearing up the Kingston rock scene as the backbone of the ToneKats tight rocking sound since 2023. Martin has an extensive resume that includes 5 years in "Road Apples" (Canada's best-known Hip tribute band) and Clem Chesterfield and the Lazy-Boy Recliners. Martin has a long history with touring bands and local acts and he is known for his attention to detail, his quick wit and his tight grooves. Exactly what the ToneKats are all about!



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Official ToneKats PROMOTIONAL graphics/logos (2023)



