Head East is more than just a rock band—they’re a Midwestern institution with a legacy that spans decades. Formed in 1969 by a group of college friends and one non-student rebel, they quickly built a devoted following with their electrifying performances and signature sound. Their 1975 hit “Never Been Any Reason” became an anthem of the era, securing their place in rock history.

Despite lineup changes over the years, keyboardist Roger Boyd remains the heart and soul of the band, keeping the spirit of Head East alive. Though their national fame faded, they continue to rock stages across the Midwest and Southern U.S., proving that classic rock never dies—it just gets louder. With 30–40 live shows a year, they’re still delivering the high-energy performances that made them legends in the first place.

Band members

• Roger Boyd – keyboards (1969–present)
• Eddy Jones – drums, vocals (2006–present)
• Greg Manahan – bass guitar, guitar, vocals (2006–present)
• Darren Walker – lead vocals, occasional live bass guitar (2006–present)
• Mark Murtha – lead guitar, vocals (2022–present)

• Larry Boyd – bass (1969–1974)
• Steve Huston – drums, backing and lead vocals (1969–1973, 1974–1983)
• Dan Piper – lead guitar (1969–1972)
• John Schlitt – lead vocals (1969–1973, 1974–1980)
• Brad Flota – guitar (1972–1973)
• Bill Keister – drums (1973)
• Dale Innes – lead vocals (1973)
• Mike Somerville – guitar (1973–1980, 1995–2003)
• Dan Birney – bass (1974–1980, 1988 (guest appearance))
• Dan Odum – lead vocals (1980–1983)
• Mark Boatman – bass – (1980)
• Tony Gross – guitar (1980–1984, 1987–1991)
• Robbie Robinson – bass (1981–1983)
• Kurt Hansen – bass, lead vocals (1983–1997)
• J.Jaye Steele – lead vocals (1983–1986)
• Brian Kelly – drums (1983–1985)
• Ricky Lynn Gregg – guitar (1984–1986)
• Joel Parks – drums (1985–1987)
• Matt Stewart – guitar (1986–1987)
• Donnie Dobbins – drums (1987–1991)
• Randy Rickman – lead vocals, guitar (1988–1992)
• Steve Riker – drums (1991–1992)
• James Murphy – lead guitar (1991–1995)
• Tom Bryant – lead vocals (1995–2001)
• Dan Kelly – drums (1992–1997, 1999–2000)
• Rich Creadore – bass (1992–2006)
• Mike Mesey – drums (1997–1999, 2000–2006)
• Richie Callison – guitar, lead vocals (2001–2006)
• Glen Bridger – lead guitar, vocals (2006–2022)
• Jean Mullins – vocals (1971-1973)