Tender's professional career began in 1965 at the age of twelve, singing and playing drums with neighborhood group, The Teen Tones. It was during this time that Tender taught himself to play guitar and piano, and began writing original songs at the age of fifteen. He continued playing drums for various groups through out his high school and college years, covering The Who, The Rolling Stones, Cream, and of course, The Beatles. In 1978 Tender stepped out from behind the kit for the first time to play guitar and front The Sound. The experience and confidence he gained as group leader paved the way for what was to come.

Commercial success came in 1981 with The Bouncing Balls, a group Tender formed primarily to perform his original music. The Balls' first single, ""My Girl"" was well received, but it was their follow-up, ""An American Anthem"" which generated enthusiastic response from both audiences and industry insiders alike.

The independently produced music video of this upbeat, patriotic powerhouse received extensive airplay on MTV, HBO and other national video outlets. In addition to his musical contributions, Tender served as executive producer for the project.

In 1984 Tender embarked on a solo career, performing in small bars, taverns, coffee houses, and for private, corporate and college audiences.

Tender now resides in Alexandria, Virginia and continues to entertain audiences all over the Washington, DC metro area.

Angel In The Valley For anyone who's lost a loved one

Alternative Pop Rock

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