Photos by Lynn Koepfer, Lori Juncaj, Paula Gegus...

     
 

 
 

CARUSO

 

In the mid-to-late 1980s, a group of four brothers hailing from Trenton, Michigan, and known simply as "Caruso," spread  their infectious power pop to twenty-one states and Canada. During their career, the Caruso brothers polished off seven singles and three extended-play albums, while headlining concerts at colleges across the Midwestern U.S. 

 

Mike Caruso
Bass
Trumpet
Trombone
Vocals

 
The Caruso band received two consecutive Contemporary Music Award Nominations and an Contemporary Music Campus Entertainers of the Year nomination from the National Association of Campus Activities, and garnered two one-year corporate sponsorships from Miller Beer, which landed them tracks on two Miller Rock Network albums on the RCA record label.
 

Joe Caruso
Saxes
Electric Guitar
Clarinet
Flute
Vocals

 
Playing more than 10 instruments between them and singing beautifully crafted harmonies, Caruso dazzled audiences with their original music and their powerfully charismatic stage show.  Caruso's most memorable appearances included the Milwaukee Summerfest, live radio spots and annual Christmas Concerts to raise money for Detroit's WLLZ Wheels for Meals charity, opening slots for several National artists, and annual outdoor fairs and festivals in their hometown.
 

Dave Caruso
Keyboards
Acoustic Guitar
Lead Vocals

 
After Dave Caruso left the group in 1987, Caruso continued touring and recording for several more years before calling it quits in the early 1990s. Members of Caruso appear in various combinations from time to time, like in July 2000 at Memorial Park, in Lincoln Park, MI, and a July 2003 reunion concert at the Pier 500 in Wyandotte, MI.
 

Rob Caruso
Drums
Rhythm Guitar
Lead Vocals

 
Caruso band audio can be found on the "Songs" page.  Articles about Caruso can be found in the "Press Room," and in "The Story Behind the Music."
 
Enter the Caruso  Time Capsule to see a photo timeline of the band from 1975 to today.