About the Artists

Vermilion was formed by the family trio of vocalist extraordinaire Brooke Shive, brother and guitarist/songwriter, Ryan David Shive and their father, drummer and songwriter, Steve Shive in early 2014. The amazing guitar work of friend and musical brother Tom Livecchi, also a contributing songwriter, along with their new bassist, & backing vocalist, rounds out the current lineup.

Brooke and Steve, formerly the driving forces behind their band, Brooke Shive & the 45’s, decided to move in a younger fresher, musical direction, and the time was right to bring Ryan and his good friend Tom on board their adventure.

The musical depth of this band in such a short time is nothing short of amazing, as all of the material they perform literally did not exist 9 months ago. Ryan, Steve, Tom and Brooke have been writing, arranging and recording their infectious brand of indie rock, with influences of blues and country over that time, with the emphasis on American rock. They also perform a few choice covers they have a strong connection with. Their performances, led by the powerful, sensitive & emotional vocals by Brooke and her electric stage presence, have audiences roaring their approval! They will most certainly rock you too!!

Members of this band have previously performed and/or recorded with the following artists to name a few: Brooke Shive & the 45’s (Brooke & Steve) Daryl Hall (Steve) Kingfish (Steve) The Bluejackets (Ryan & Tom) Eddie Money (Brooke) Tim Moore (Steve) David Lindley, Rosie Butler (Steve) Robbie Dupree (Steve) Vermilion is an indie/rock band from Bucks County, PA. They play exciting original music, featuring vocalist, Brooke Shive!

Genres: Country, Indie Rock, With Influences Of Blues, Blues, Alt Country, Rock
Band Members: Brooke Shive: Lead Vocals, Steve Shive: Drums, Ryan Shive: Guitar Vocals, Mark Jones: Bass, Austin Johnson: Guitar Vocals, Artwork: Mike Kozlowski

Hometown: Paterson, New Jersey