GRAHAM & THE CRACKERS, formed in August of 2004, has made a powerful impression
on the local music scene with their infectious catchy piano pop, with a blend of jazz & reggae.
The Band's newly released CD 'There's No Place Like Home' has sparked interest around the world,
with soulful story telling and life-changing experiences reflected in their music.
Graham Bezodis, keyboardist, singer, and songwriter, has been a local talent for many years, and is also internationally known with CDs released in Wales, England, Australia, Italy, Japan, and Canada. His ability to adapt to various musical situations has brought him to a plane of existence he has never imagined.
Graham has performed with many bands over the years, including; "City Limits", "Delirious", the "Personals", "Soul'd Out", the "Individuals", "Word of Mouth", "Too Much Drama", and "Girls Say Yes".
Whether Graham is playing deep rich piano textures, or singing melodies that will awaken the soul, you are invited to be a part of this experience.
Bryan Wynn, drums, plays like no one you have heard. He is able to feel the music, and be attached to the musicians in a "psychic" way. He started playing as a kid in grade school, and progressed through college and beyond, playing everything from Polkas to Heavy Metal. Bryan has just rejoined the world of drumming and music after a 15-year hiatus, but music has always been a present and guiding force in his life. His tight rhythms and ability to play many different styles adds texture and realism to the band.
Paul Chandler, guitarist, vocalist, and newest member of the band as of Oct. '05, is a graduate of the University of Oregon School of Music and played violin with the U of O symphony. Paul also played electric bass with several jazz groups at the university and was the lead guitarist with various bands in Eugene including The Bel-Airs, Nancy Druid and Duke Fame.
After moving to Portland in the mid-90’s, Paul played surf music with the Volcanoes and was a founding member of Giant Bug Village, (a tribute to Guided by Voices) with whom he is still performing. Paul also played with Girls Say Yes, The Persimmons and was the drummer for Cute Don’t Cut It. Paul recently joined Los Placemats (a tribute to The Replacements) and has been a part-time piano accompanist at The Unitarian Fellowship in Vancouver Washington. When not playing with other groups, he records his own music in his basement recording studio.
Emery Wilson, bass, is the newest member of the band. A Portland resident since 1985, he first started playing bass in high school in NW Montana. He has played with numerous bands over the years, and performed at venues ranging from almost every basement in SE Portland to the Aladdin Theater. (Well, not every basement, sometimes it just feels that way.) He enjoys listening to a wide range of music, and his playing style is influenced by many great bass players, including Paul McCartney, Rick Danko and Phil Lesh. He's happy to add the "bottom" to the band's sound, and looks forward to being part of the group.