Russ Percy
Instruments
Bands
- The Lakers (Kenora)
- The XLs(Kenora)
- Satan and the D-Men- Keyboards, Vocals
Russ was born and raised in Kenora and has always been an extremely accomplished keyboard player. His musical career began with a band called, The Lakers who performed regularly at teen dances in Kenora. This name was eventually change to The XLs and there was always healthy competition between Satan and the D-Men and Russ's band.
Shortly before their move to Winnipeg, Satan and the D-Men were extremely fortunate to obtain Russ's services which rounded out the band's great 60's sound. At that time, the 'British Invasion' was well underway and numerous British groups had keyboard players among their ranks. Thanks to Russ and his outstanding talent, we were able to perform these songs like the originals.
After the band's demise, Russ attended University in Thunder Bay, Ontario where he graduated with degrees in Political Science and Teaching.
Russ taught for many years in numerous locations in Kenora, was married and raised a family He is retired at present but remains tremendously busy with different projects he has been putting off for years. These include promoting his music there with numerous musicians and recording whenever the opportunity arises.
He remains active in sports, busy at his camp and can be found enjoying summer months on his great looking Harley Davidson motorcycle.
Don't hesitate to drop by the stage and say 'hello' whenever Satan and the D-Men perform in Kenora and by the way, Russ still remains one of the best Keyboard players in Northwestern Ontario.