Meet The Band

Meet the "World's #1 Touring Elvis Tribute Orchestra!"
This excellent group portrays amazing talent.
They recreate each song precisely and also sing back-up.
They have personally agreed to play for Brian Lee Howell
and is willing to travel anywhere they are needed.
Their band consists of seven to ten pieces.
Brian is honored to have EAS back him in his Elvis Tribute Shows.
Pictured below are some of the members of the group and a short Bio.

Jason Parks - CEO Managing Partner - Orchestrations, Organs, Virtual Instruments (VST), Vocals

Jason is the manager of the band. He plays keyboards, orchestration arrangements, organs, horn lines (when EAS does not have the horn section) and lends his vocals. He recreates the orchestrations as close to the original as possible.

Jason will be celebrating his 20th year in EAS for he officially joined the band in 1988. He is the last of the original members of EAS after his father and founder of the band retired in 2006. Jason is committed to always having the best product on stage and to lead the industry in authenticity.

Jason performs with Korg keyboards (N264 & Triton Pro), E-MU Controllers, Vienna Strings VST Software, Reason Software, HP Computers, JBL monitoring & Alesis Mixing console. Jason currently performs with the worship team at Lincolnway Christian Church (pictured at right) and works with the church youth group with his cousin Steve Ashum.

Rick Crenshaw - Bass Guitar - Vocals

Rick is considered to be the top bass guitarist in the industry. He has many years of experience and is a pro. His amazing talent on the bass guitar adds authenticity in achieving that true TCB sound. His strong lead and harmony vocals, great smile and attitude are a great addition to the EAS family.

When not on the road with ESA, Rick and his wife, Donita, can be found on most Sunday mornings at their local church playing and singing the gospel music they love so much.

Cheryl Crenshaw - Vocals - Vocal Arranger

Cheryl joined the band in December 2003, and is the wife to EAS drummer and business manager, John.

Cheryl is the vocal section leader of the group and has helped EAS achieve the highest quality vocals in the history of the group providing authenticity to the vocals and ensuring that everyone is singing the correct parts per the actual recordings.

Cheryl began singing professionally in the early 1980's and released 3 country music singles in Nashville with “No Time to Lose” reaching the number 2 spot on the Indie charts. She was honored to be asked to perform at the legendary Grand Old Opry on their gospel show.

Cheryl was a morning personality on country station US-99 and she brings out this outgoing personality on stage and in life in general.

Donita Crenshaw - Vocals

Donita officially joined the band in September 2007 as the second female vocalist. Her stage presence and vocal ability have brought EAS to a new level of excellence.

Donita sings harmony with Cheryl Crenshaw, and their vocal blend is amazing. This incredible duo brings the EAS vocals to a level unmatched in the industry. Now EAS has a total of 7 singers to provide the fullest sound possible.

Donita is the wife of EAS bassist Rick Crenshaw. They live in Genoa IL, and have two grown children Shianna and Dallas. When not on the road with EAS, Rick and Donita love to spend time with their families and enjoy singing and playing gospel music in their local church.

John Crenshaw - CFO Managing Partner - Drums, Vocals

John officially joined EAS in August 2003. John is a veteran to the Elvis industry and is rated the #1 Elvis drummer in the industry. He is a highly sought after drummer with many years experience in many different styles of music. He is also the bass vocalist for EAS.

John provides EAS with the authentic Ronnie Tutt sound while providing a great attitude & smile on stage. " He has managed other well known local bands and toured with major national acts.

John performs with DW Collectors Series Drums & Zildjian Cymbals. He resides in West Chicago, IL with wife (back-up vocalist) Cheryl and their two young children Bailey and Cassidy.

Tom Madden - Lead Guitar, Vocals

Tommy is rated the #1 Lead Guitarist in the Elvis industry. Tommy is going on his eighth year as a member of EAS and has been a welcome addition on lead and rhythm guitars. He has often been called a James Burton virtuoso, as his style is reminiscent of Elvis’s magical concerts and tours of the 1970’s.

The other thing that Tommy brings to EAS is an incredible attitude. The best Elvis guitarist in the industry, a great attitude and no ego? That's Tom Madden.

"Your guitar player sounds just like James. He's a younger James Burton." This was told to us by one of James Burtons best friends that was on staff with EAS and the TCB Band in Las Vegas in 2004. That's all you need to know.

Tom performs with Fender guitars, Mesa Boogie Amplifiers, about 30 pedals which I think he uses three of. He currently resides in Tinley Park with his wife Linda.

Brian Harris - Piano - Vocals

Brian Harris officially joined EAS in July, 2006. He is a versatile musical performer and entertainer. He received a B.A. Degree majoring in classical piano performance from the Hartt School of Music in Connecticut.

Over the years Brian has developed his jazz improvisational technique, pop, rock and blues styling, and vocal technique. This has allowed him to present eclectic performances of wide-ranging musical styles and tastes, while still being able present highly focused performances of a particular style of music for a specific occasion.

Brian is well-versed in technology and has years of experience working with computers, synthesizers, sequencers, sound modules and in general, using MIDI. He worked for over a decade as a software developer in the Information Technology field, specializing in database, web, Client/Server and PC development.

Brian performs on Yamaha pianos. He resides in Beach Park, IL.