Engine14 was launched in December 2002 when four work colleagues ---Rob (drums), Jeff (lead and rhythm guitars), Jerry (bass), and Dave (lead vocals, rhythm and lead guitar)---formed the band.  Job reassignments in 2003 and 2004 took away Jerry and Dave, but in early 2005, Jeff and Rob found Stan to play bass, and Patrick for lead vocals and rhythm guitar. The new foursome played their first gig in June 2005 and went on to perform a dozen more times over the next year. In July 2006, a job transfer moved Stan  to Houston, but we were able to snag Gary, to play bass for us.  After a great year with E14, Gary moved on, and in stepped John to cover bass.  John played with the band for three years, before personal circumstances obliged him to step down in August, 2010.  Engine14 added Alec on keyboards in October, 2010, followed almost immediately by Harry on bass.  Patrick left the band in October, 2012 to pursue other opportunities.  In December, 2012, Alec moved on to look for a group more focused on the blues, while Harry decided to retire altogether from being in a band.   
 
Bios for the guys:

Jeff Lead guitar and vocals jeff@engine14.com

Jeff is the founding member of the band, which takes its name from Jeff's experience as a volunteer firefighter, Emergency Medical Technician, and Assistant Chief with Company 14 (Burke) of the Fairfax County, Virginia, Fire and Rescue Department. He joined the Department in 1973, at the age of 16, and remained an active member until a job transfer in 1999 took him to Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Jeff remains a Life Member of the Department.

Jeff first learned to play guitar in Geneva, Switzerland, where he received his preparatory education at the International School. After acquiring his first electric guitar, a used sparkle-green solid-body Framus, Jeff played from time to time with other aspiring would-be rock stars at school, performing occasionally when opportunities arose. His primary guitar influence during that formative period was Alvin Lee of Ten Years After.  As an undergraduate at the College of William and Mary, he played in a band, Spellbound, playing Top 40 material full-time with them during summer vacation, at bars, hotel lounges, restaurants, and NCO Clubs on military bases. Then came law school at the American University, followed by full-time employment, and job transfers to Minneapolis, Los Angeles, Washington, D.C., Milwaukee, and back to D.C.  Jeff's recreational pursuits include riding his red Ducati Multistrada 1200 S Touring motorcycle.

Rob Drums and vocals rob@engine14.com

Rob keeps us on beat with his Slingerland acoustic drum set and sometimes with Jeff's Yamaha electronic drums. Rob has thoroughly enjoyed music as an outlet, and particularly the friendships he's developed with musicians over the years. During college days at Millersville University (MU), Rob played in the MU Jazz band. He had some great drumming teachers, including time spent with Tony DeNicola, former drummer for legendary big band leader Harry James. In addition to DeNicola, Rob's list of favorite drummers include Buddy Rich, Gene Krupa, Peter Erskine (former drummer for Maynard Ferguson), Jim Chapin (author of the book Advanced Techniques for the Modern Drummer), and former Chicago drummer Danny Seraphine.

Arnold  Bass and vocals

Self taught and playing mostly by ear, Arnold has been playing on and off for about 30 years. He played for a short stint with a rock band while serving in the Army, and most recently with the band "Tactical Advantage" before deciding to form Mean Baby and then joining Engine14, as well.  Arnold has played a number of basses over the years but is partial to Carvin bass guitars. His current line-up includes a modified Fender jazz built on a Mexican frame, a modified Fender Precession bass, a Carvin SB5000, and a five string LonnyBass (custom build) that is his weapon of choice.

Arnold's influences on bass include Thomas "T-Bone" Wolk, James Jamerson, Stanley Clarke, Victor Wooten, Geddy Lee, Chris Squire, and too many more to list.

Jeff and Rob and Arnold are former professional colleagues, and are happy to continue their association and friendship through the band! 

Nandan  Lead and harmony vocals, and acoustic rythm guitar

Nandan has been active on the Northern Virginia music scene for some time, working with a number of friends in what he likes to refer to as various "alignments" - their compositions shift often, depending upon each player's availability.  He is, in contrast, a permanent member of Engine14!  Nandan plays a Breedlove acoustic/electric guitar, provides our lead vocals, and writes original music, too.  Nandan and Jeff are both attorneys by training - where else but with Engine14 can you get classic rock and legal advice at the same time?!?