SLYTHER

Edson Camargo, 47, is not your average classic rock lead guitar player. His musical and artistic influences reach across a wide scope.   He's also a lover of the Blues and has a range of guitar heroes that includes legends like Jeff Beck, Roy Clark, Johnny Ramone, AL do Meola, Gary Moore, Steve Vai  Marty Friedman and Dimebag Darrell. 
 

Edson started playing at 16,  teaching guitar and music theory by the time he was 19. He was invited by his instructors to teach in an important music school in a huge metropolitan area of Brazil in the early 1990s. His experience playing in Brazilian churches gave him versatility and sensibility in understanding different music styles and learning the importance of being knowledgeable in subjects such as harmony.

Playing in bands of funk-rock, hard rock and death metal, he came to the conclusion that to be a good musician is not enough, you also need to be a great performer as well.

With his band mates in Slyther, Edson balances improvising leads and respecting memorable moments of Rock'n Roll history, executing some iconic solos note by note. Edson is a journalist and with his wife Connie, owns a beautiful horse farm in Charles City, Virginia.
 

Hailing from Dinwiddie, Virginia, Chris, "The Chris" Jennings is the rhythm guitar, mandolin, and backing vocals section for Slyther.  He comes from a very musical family, versatile with many different instruments and has a varied range across bluegrass, gospel, country, pop, jazz, blues and rock genres. He studied classical music under the late Mark Poland, former conductor of the Richmond Symphony Orchestra, where he played the clarinet, saxophone, and percussion. Chris had the privilege of mentoring under the late great Robbin Thompson (Sweet Virginia Breeze) aiding in the development of his infectious energy and passion for connecting with the audience. Chris's  musical career has included Co-founder and Drummer for The Lit Match, and Leather, and most recently the co-founder of the Richmond area Seven Bridges Band,   

Gene Russell is a seasoned musician who started out as a drummer and quickly realized his passion was the bass. He has been a part of several bands throughout his career and has had the opportunity to showcase his talent on various platforms, including radio and web shows. Gene is a proud member of Operations Vietera rock band, which is endorsed by Johnny Van Zant. 

Having traveled the east coast and performed with numerous artists, Gene has established himself as a versatile and skilled musician. He has co-written three songs that have won 1st prize at the Va and has received many awards throughout his life for his musical contributions. Gene's platform is Rock & Roll and he continues to captivate audiences with his cool and dynamic performances.

Scott began playing the drums in the late 70's. He and his best friend started pounding the skins together in middle school....who knew then his best friend, Michael Foster, would become the drummer for Firehouse and Scott's biggest influence over the years. His other influences include Aerosmith, Van Halen and Bad Company to name a few. He has played in several local bands over the years but never found the comradery he has with his band brothers in Slyther,