C.T.S - Consider The Source
Fueled by a relentless passion to support, serve and protect, Jeff Senour started C.T.S. - (Consider The Source) in 2004. From radio charts to letters from Presidents, CTS has received prestigious national acclaim about their musical contributions for serving our military heroes around the world.
The C.T.S. band and their music reaches out and touches people of all ages with great rock sounds and is an inspiration to everyone to live out their dreams. Jeff's original song and subsequent music video "You Won't Be Forgotten" has won several awards, including "Song of the Year" by the Military Writer's Guild - and has appeared on television and in DVDs - including "Run For The Wall"- a tribute to honor of our Veterans.
C.T.S. will continue to motivate people through music and performance, while representing a belief in solid core values that built the foundation of this great country. Come be part of something bigger than yourself, be part of the journey, make a commitment to those whom sacrifice for us each day. When hearing the truth you have to Consider The Source.
JEFF SENOUR - LEAD VOCALS / GUITAR
Jeff's musical infatuation began with the unforgettable artists and rock and roll tunes we all still love today. He brings a life-size heart to match his big sound! Jeff performs both originals and covers. Like most of his band mates, Jeff has played professionally since his high school and college days and brings a wealth of knowledge to the band. He loves the music he writes and plays but even more so seeing his audience get involved with the tunes.
An accomplished guitarist and song writer, Jeff started playing as a child and continues to write and record his original compositions today. If he's in the car, working or flying an airplane at 600 miles per hour, music and lyrics are always being created in his head. As well as being a prolific songwriter/ vocalist/guitarist, Jeff is also an aerial film pilot (True Lies, Executive Decision, Hot Shots, and Silence of the Lambs) and more. Jeff's passion for life radiates through every song he creates! A lifelong artist, he unleashes in his music various introspections and musings of the heart's life experiences. Jeff's Motto is: No downhearted tunes, just good old Rock & Roll!
JOE McGINNITY - DRUMS
Joe found himself holding drumsticks in an ensemble on the very first day, before he knew rudiment one. Ensemble play has always been the center of his craft. His extensive experience includes genres such as rock, punk, jazz, gospel, theatre, drum corps, and orchestra. During his educational music years, Joe won many awards for both solo and ensemble performance, demonstrating powerful chops, keen understanding, disciplined execution, deference to the group, calmness under pressure and most of all, love for the audience.
Joe has shared the stage with a few professional artists who have profoundly influenced his life. These artists include Granville Cleveland, Jr. (Circle of Soul, The Clan); Don Wallace (Bee Bee and Cee Cee Winans); Bob Kauflin (Sovereign Grace Ministries). Joe’s influences include drummers from Buddy Rich to John Bonham. Neil Pert, Joey Kramer, Ian Paice, Phil Ehart, Barrymore Barlow, and even Ringo Starr also had an impact.
TONY LUGO - LEAD GUITAR / VOCALS
Tony's journey as a musician began at a very young age as he started playing guitar when he was 9 years old. By the age of 13 he was in his first band and hasn't stopped since.
Throughout his music career, he has had the privilege of working with some very familiar bands such as The Association, Steppenwolf, Three Dog Night, Gary Puckett and the Union
Gap, Johnny Rivers, Brenton Wood, The Rembrandts, Wolfman Jack, Tony Orlando, Martha Reeves and the Vandelas. He currently is also lead guitarist for the popular horn band CC Rider Express. His influences include Jimi Hendrix, Carlos Santana, Eric Clapton, Jimmy Page.
Tony is also a Vietnam era Veteran who served in the U.S. Army 1st Cavalry. We are honored to have this real American Hero with CTS.
Tony loves to play guitar and rock and roll.
PAUL LUDENIA - BASS / VOCALS
Hailing from Minnesota, Paul Ludenia was playing guitar by the age of 9 & bass guitar by the age of 14 where he played in some of the top traveling cover and original bands for over a dozen years.
Paul later moved to Arizona to become a solo artist as a vocalist / guitarist where he does everything from solo acoustic shows to cover, tribute and original band rock shows.
Paul was recently asked to play bass for the rock band C.T.S. and happily accepted because of 'how nice the guys from C.T.S. are" and he is "proud to play their brand of music with a purpose."
Paul recently released his solo album, TWENTY TEN AGAIN to rave reviews. For more on Paul Ludenia and his musical endeavours, visit his site at www.PaulLudenia.com.
JERRY NUZUM- KEYS / DRUMS / VOCALS
Jerry is a K-6 music teacher in the east valley. He started guitar when he was eight and now plays keyboards, bass, drums, harmonica and several other instruments. He wrote commercials and jingles and produced radio shows for Clear Channel Radio.
He now writes and records music on a regular basis. He has opened for Shelly West and David Clayton Thomas of Blood, Sweat and Tears. Since moving to the valley he has played guitar, keyboards, and harmonica with bands at several east, and south valley clubs.
KEVIN MANDZUK - KEYS
