Tribute to the Baby Boomer Generation
!!!!LET THE FUN BEGIN!!!!

The Rockit Scientists put on a fun, family oriented good-time rock n’ roll event.  Since 1995, the band has entertained audiences as large as 20,000 at city concerts in Los Angeles, Orange, San Diego, Ventura, Riverside and San Bernardino counties at venues, such as, Edison Field (Anaheim Stadium), the Orange County Fair, the Laguna Beach Sawdust Festival, the San Diego Fair and the Orange International Fair.  The shows have been broadcast on numerous local cable networks and even imitated by other groups.  The performance appeals to all ages.  This is not a haphazard play list of oldies but goodies.  The Rockit Scientists take the audiences on a scripted, guided tour of the music that defined the Baby Boomer Generation sharing the fun, enthusiasm, energy and hope of music from the 1950’s and 60’s with plenty of historical antidotes and even personal testimonials.  The Rockit Scientists are punctual, dress appropriately, perform a proven selection of music, interact with the audience, use responsible volume, are polite and courteous to guests, carry no bad habits and support the event coordinator and staff to assure the occasion will be remembered with fond memories by all.  Members of the group are:

Derek Davis- Vocalist, Guitar

After studying piano in 1960, Derek switched to guitar in 1964.  Following graduation from the University of California with a minor in Music in 1973, he become a member of Dick Dale and the Deltones performing in Las Vegas, Lake Tahoe, Hawaii and throughout the Southwestern United States.  He toured the United States with his own group, The Perfect Day.  During the 1980’s, The Derek Davis Group entertained at corporate events throughout Los Angeles, Orange and San Diego counties.  Derek lives with his family in Newport Beach.

Tony Samara- Vocalist, Keyboards, Guitar

Raised in a creative, musical family, Tony began playing professionally at the age of sixteen.  Tony is an international entertainer having delighted audiences at The Intercontinental Hotel-Bombay, The Oberon Hotel-Sri Lanka, The Four Seasons-Vancouver, The Intercontinental Kaanapali Beach Hotel and Maui Surf on Maui, as well as engagements in Toronto, Chicago, Atlanta, North Carolina, San Jose and Los Angeles.  Tony resides with his family in Anaheim.

Gilman Carver- Vocalist, Bass Guitar 

Gilman began his musical career at a very early age with flamenco guitar performing at coffee houses in Orange County in the 1960’s.  Gilman met Derek while studying music at the University of California.  They formed a local rock group and performed through out Orange County.  Gilman and Derek worked together in Dick Dale and the Daltons where Gilman became the Musical Director.  Gilman later became the Musical Director for Gregg Topper.  He toured Japan with a Karen Carpenter Tribute show.  Gilman lives in North Hollywood.   

Robert Mendis- Vocalist, Drums

Born and raised in Colombo, Sri Lanka. Robert and his brother had their own band Apple Green touring throughout Sri Lanka, India and Dubai.  Robert relocated to California in July 1989 and joined the band Beyond Asia, performed at venues in Chicago, Atlanta, Minnesota, Las Vegas, Los Angeles and Arizona. Robert resides with his family in North Hills, CA.

 

The Rockit Scientists play completely live, with no cheesy pre-recorded accompaniment.  Pictures available upon request. Please call:   Derek Davis   949-548-1300