Scott Leonard Scott was a founding member of The KINGS and even took lessons on how to safely spew fire (back when that type of fx were allowed in small clubs) Even after relocating to Kansas City several years ago, Scott was dedicated to bringing 'Gene' character alive. Scott is currently playing keyboards in Up From The Coop in KC. Randy Banks Friend and veteran musician from downstate Illinois, Randy was our first 'Cat'. Randy is currently performing in the St. Louis area as a member of Dick the Bruizer and was also a member of the Chicago-area band Cool Beans. Tom Hora Hopa, as his friends call him, was our first 'Ace'. He was also the guitarist for Cool Beans, The Little Kings of Soul, The Young Fathers and Cold Train. He moved north to Green Bay, WI, and served as our webmaster and resident graphic artist until his untimely passing in March 2024. RIP Hopa! Ron Melze For over a decade Ron had kept the beat as The Catman for the Kings. He now resides near Knoxville, TN. Greg Sass Greg has twice spent some time as Ace with the Kings, starting in 2001 and again returning in 2011. Prior to the Kings Greg rocked the local Chicago clubs as guitarist in bands such as Satyr, Without Warning, and Blaze Daze. Rik Kroll Rik, our third Catman, performed on the same stage as the Kings as the drummer in WildCrue the phenomenal Motley Crue tribute, before he donned the Catman persona and joined the band. He also performed with the Scorpions tribute, Lovedrive, and all-original metal band Slauter Xstroyes. He's a great drummer and great friend! Vinny Gee Our second man on the kit, Vinny is a longtime veteran of the Chicago music scene having shared the stage with many notable musicians. He portrayed Paul McCartney in the Sir Paul Beatles tribute. Brian Schenk Brian has been playing in bands, writing and recording his own music and teaching guitar for over 20 years. He also has portrayed "Ace" in the Milwaukee-area Kiss tribute Dynasty since 2002. Paul Wheeler Paul played the Catman in the Kings from 2021-2024. He is currently the drummer for Big Bang Baby an STP experience, and Tarot Woman, all things Dio.