About
Based in Chicago and the surrounding suburbs, Shameful Deeds is a powerhouse band blending modern hard rock, southern rock, and blues. Their live performance delivers blistering guitars, raw vocals, and a rhythm section guaranteed to move the room.
The band's catalog mixes crowd-favorite covers with deeper cuts, keeping things familiar while shining a light on lessor known gems.
Bass
Kris has been playing bass in Chicago-area bands for more than a decade, drawing from influences that span Iron Maiden and Megadeth to Fishbone and Jamiroquai. Having co-founded several bands, he’s especially at home in Shameful Deeds - a true rock & roll democracy built on a shared passion for great music.
Vocals
For over three decades, Rick has been tearing up stages from Milwaukee to Chicago. A seasoned performer who has shook crowds from behind the drum set while belting out those big notes, he now takes center stage as frontman for Shameful Deeds. From rock, to metal, to blues and even pop, he’s carried every style with grit, power, and unmistakable personality. And now, he brings those signature vocals and intensity to this powerhouse band.
Guitar
Brian is a veteran of the Midwest music scene, delivering electrifying performances from the legendary stages of Chicago to the thriving live venues of Milwaukee. As a lead guitarist, Brian blends technical precision with raw intensity, creating a sound that bridges hard rock grit with a modern edge. His commanding stage presence and passion for live performance ensures every show is high-energy and unforgettable.
Guitar
Steve has been playing guitar for decades and is equally at home on acoustic and electric. A veteran of countless bands, he’s also a mainstay in Chicago’s creative and diverse open-mic and impromptu scenes. His playing blends the technical mastery of his heroes Allan Holdsworth and Frank Zappa with the soul and passion of players like Santana and Stevie Ray Vaughan.
Drums
With extensive experience in both original and cover bands, AC's projects span metal, rock, pop, and blues. He’s contributed as a songwriter, collaborator, and sound engineer and has performed on some of Chicago’s biggest stages alongside local and national acts. He is a true performer commanding attention behind the kit.
