Mike Borowski, piano, harmonica and lead vocals
Michael Borowski, an award-winning pianist and composer, hails from Souderton, Pennsylvania. He was introduced to music at an early age by his mother, a respected piano teacher, and grew to favor music from Beethoven, Debussy, George Winston, and The Beatles, whose influence remains evident in his compositions. Borowski honed his skills at Temple University under the guidance of Charles Abramovic and Maurice Wright, where he also became involved in bands, eventually gaining prominence in the Jam Band scene. While residing in Philadelphia, Borowski caught the attention of Windham Hill Records founder and Grammy-winning producer/artist, Will Ackerman, who produced his debut solo piano record, PEACE VALLEY. Michael’s second album, GARDENS OF ZION IN THE RAIN, won Album Of The Year on Whisperings: Solo Piano Radio. Borowski’s music can be heard worldwide on SiriusXM’s Spa Channel.
Neal Carson, keyboards and backing vocals
Neal is a true student of rock and pop music with over 50 years experience. Neal also leads local favorites Cherry Lane Band, who perform throughout the area in both full 8-piece band and smaller configurations. Neal resides in Upper Black Eddy PA, where he works in his music studio and enjoys life on the Delaware River. Playing second keyboards with River of Dreams is an absolute blast for Neal. On any given song he can be playing electric piano, organ, strings, harmonica, accordion, or banjo, on some of the best songs ever written. What's not to love?
Damian Proulx, saxophones and backing vocals
Damian is a veteran performer in the Philadelphia metro area, playing in rock and roll, dance and party bands including The Elements, a ska originals band, The Sensational Creations, and the Philadelphia party band Diablo Sandwich. Damian believes horn sections add not only great sonic textures but also visual appeal for audiences. He is a big fan of Soul, R&B and Doo Wop … and of course, Billy Joel.
Sean Markey, guitar
Sean Markey is a guitarist, vocalist and composer based in Philadelphia. Since graduating in 2016 with a Bachelors Degree and Honors in Jazz Performance, Sean has become a prominent guitarist in the Philly jazz and independent music scene, composing for small groups, touring for country artist Olivia Ellen Lloyd, and recording with artists like organist Lucas Brown. Currently, Sean performs with several bands including his own Shoot the Messenger, teaches guitar privately at Settlement Music in Queen Village, and is excited to compose new works for both small and larger groups in the future.
Rob Cochran, bass and backing vocals
Rob is a long time veteran of the Philadelphia party, club and session scene. His resume includes working with such artists as Billy Paul, Pieces of a Dream, Andrew Neu, Bobby Caldwell, Margaret Whiting, The Lettermen, Bobby Womack, De De Bridgewater, Brian Pastor, Dave Stahl, and many more. Over the years he has probably forgotten more tunes than most others have ever learned … that memory thing is a bitch.
Dennis Barth, drums
Dennis has played drums professionally for over 30 years in many different bands and venues. Currently Dennis plays in River Of Dreams, an Allman Brothers Tribute band, teaches drum set instruction in Doylestown, PA and is the drummer for two churches. Dennis prides himself on writing out the charts to these amazing songs and playing what Liberty Devitto performed on famous albums such as "The Stranger", "Turnstiles", "52nd Street", "An Innocent Man" and "Storm Front". Dennis is equally as comfortable playing rock as well as jazz and funk.