T. Gath's Music

When you hire Tommy Gath to entertain here is what you can expect: A varied collection of cover songs and a few originals presented in an interesting and compelling way. Acoustic guitar sometimes played finger style and sometimes played in a rock and roll style. Cover songs interpreted and presented Tommy's own style. Original songs infused with the same sounds and feel as the covers. Tommy's extensive list of cover songs are from many genres. The list includes songs from artist that include (to name a few :-) :

Arlo Guthrie | Bad Company | Blackberry Smoke | Blind Faith | Bob Dylan | Bob Seger & The Silver Bullet Band | Bonnie Raitt | Buddy Miller | Buffalo Springfield | Caitlin Canty | Carole King | Charlie Robison | Chris Isaak | Chris Stapleton | Creedence Clearwater Revival | Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young | Dale Ann Bradley | Danny Schmidt | Darrell Scott | Dwight Yoakam | Eagles | Elvis Presley | Eric Andersen | Fleetwood Mac | George Strait | Gordon Lightfoot | Grateful Dead | Hal Ketchum | Hank Williams | Jackson Browne | James Taylor | Jerrod Niemann | Jesse Winchester | John Denver | John Fogerty | John Prine | Jonathan Edwards | Kris Kristofferson | Linda Ronstadt | Little Feat | Loggins & Messina | Lyle Lovett | Merle Haggard | Neil Young | New Riders of the Purple Sage | Nickel Creek | Passenger | Patty Loveless | Radny Foster | Ray LaMontagne | Reckless Kelly | Rodney Crowell | Slaid Cleaves | Steve Earle | Steve Goodman | Stoney LaRue | The Allman Brothers Band | The Band | The Band of Heathens | The Beach Boys | The Beatles | The Box Tops | The Dirt Drifters | The Marshall Tucker Band | The Monkees | The Rolling Stones | The SteelDrivers | Tim McGraw | Tom Petty | Trampled by Turtles | Turnpike Troubadours | Van Morrison | Warren Haynes | Warren Zevon | Willie Nelson | Zac Brown Band

Forty years of experience have taught Tommy some things:
- Be on time.
- Do what you said you would do.
- Act and dress respectfully and appropriately for the event.
-Understand that as a musician you are there on behalf of your employer and the performance is delivered for the good of the event.
- In a social situation like a party or a restaurant, the music will always be performed at a sound level such that patrons can still have a conversation with each other.
-In a concert environment the sound level will be sufficient to create the vibe commensurate with the spirit of the event.
- Work as a team with the employer in any way requested before, during and after the show.
- Set up and tear down discretely the best way possible to insure the integrity of the event.

Working WITH the employer rather than working FOR the employer is why Tommy has been playing repeat gigs at so many venues. Let's add your venue/event to the list!

Tommy Gath hails from Cortland, New York, a small city that has produced its fair share of musical legends, including the great Ronnie James Dio. Growing up in Cortland, Tommy was heavily influenced by the rich musical history of the area and the many talented musicians who called it home.

In fact, Cortland was where Ronnie James Dio got his start, playing in a variety of local bands before making it big with Black Sabbath and Dio. Tommy's own musical journey was undoubtedly shaped by the legacy of Dio and the other musicians who came before him, and he has continued to carry on that tradition with his own unique style and sound.

Today, Tommy is a beloved member of the Cortland music scene and has played at many of the city's most iconic venues and events. His passion for rock and roll is infectious, and he has inspired countless musicians and fans throughout his career. As a proud Cortland native, Tommy continues to represent the city's rich musical heritage.

Tommy Gath is a seasoned musician with an impressive musical career spanning almost fifty years and thousands of miles. Throughout his career, he has performed in a range of musical settings, from the energetic and electrifying Dash Riprock days of the 1970s to his more recent solo, duo, and band performances.

Tommy's musical journey has taken him to some of the most iconic and diverse venues in New York State and beyond. From the grandstand performance with the band "Chateau's" at the Franklin County Fair in the North Country to the Bestbar in Times Square, Tommy has rocked stages and left his audience wanting more.

During his years with "The Styles Band," "Tribal Revival," and "Muddy Dove," Tommy's bands opened up for some of the biggest names in the music industry, including Rare Earth, John Cafferty and the Beaver Brown Band, Pat Travers, and Ben Orr of The Cars. These experiences allowed Tommy to learn from and perform alongside some of the most talented musicians of his time.

In the early 2000s, Tommy traveled to southwest Louisiana to learn the Cajun style and play alongside some of the Cajun greats, such as Al Berard, Sam Broussard, and Leo Abshire. He immersed himself in this unique and vibrant musical culture, which included attending a week-long music camp at the Augusta Heritage Center in Elkins, West Virginia. Here he studied both Cajun and Country guitar styles, expanding his musical repertoire and skills.

Currently, Tommy continues to pour his years of experience and musical passion into his performances. He now focuses on acoustic solo performances with guitar and harmonica, as well as collaborating with his long-time friends and musical associates, Marc Ryan, Ted Walsh, Sonny B., and the rest of his extended musical family. These performances showcase Tommy's growth as a musician, his unwavering passion for music, and his ability to bring people together through the power of music.

Tommy Gath's musical career is a testament to his unwavering dedication to the craft and his love for rock and roll. His experiences have taken him on an incredible journey, allowing him to learn and perform with some of the most talented musicians of his time. Today, he continues to inspire audiences and fellow musicians with his dynamic performances and unwavering commitment to his craft.

For performances up to 100 people the performer will provide lighting and sound reinforcement appropriate for the event. For events of more than 100 people additional sound reinforcement may be necessary. The cost of the additional necessary equipment will be included in the proposal/quote for the event.