About
The Band
Four like-minded musicians who have diverse and unique experiences from around the world came together to form "Aurora V". Each member has a deep passion for music especially "Rock and Roll".
Come and join the journey with us at our next performance!
JOHN GORE
John has more than 30 years of experience playing bass in many original and cover bands. He was an original member of the Midwest regional touring Hard Rock Band " Under Social". He is featured on their album "Long Strange Trip". John appeared in both of the supporting album videos before relocating to the Tampa Bay area.
JOE DIXON
Joe was technically trained at a very young age traveling the country playing jazz, fusion, country, funk, rock, and metal. Joe has recorded his drum chops in several top studios, not only sharing the stage with many national acts in eight different original music projects. Joe played drums for Pat Travers when he performed at Coachman Park in Clearwater. His professional journey has allowed him to be seen and heard on stages big and small, radio, television, magazines both national and international.
MALOU GANN
Malou started singing at a very young age. She developed her vocals by singing at church and school events. At the age of 13, she fell in love with classic rock. Malou expanded her vocals by singing different types of genres in music at local bars, hotels, and casinos in Cebu, Philippines. After graduating college, She pursued her singing career and started travelling throughout Southeast Asia and performing with several bands as lead vocalist for over a decade. Malou then moved to the States and sang with "Grey Sunday Band" and she also performed for various community events in Georgia. In 2018, she relocated to the Tampa Bay area and joined "Busline 13" as lead vocalist until establishing "Aurora V" with four other musicians to share their passions for music.
DON ROGERS
Don is a self-taught musician, starting at the early age of 9. He has over 25 years of experience playing Lead guitar. He was selected out of a small percentage of musicians in the Philippines to work in the Entertainment Industry playing overseas in countries such as United Arab Emirates and Hong Kong. In Hong Kong, Don performed live nightly for over 10 years under contract for an Entertainment company. Here he played for an International Clientele at some of the best-known venues for live music in Hong Kong. This company also provided session work & live events, playing a variety of genres. He has recently relocated to the Tampa Bay Area.
Looking forward to the Future
Performing and playing music feeds our souls. Being in the band is our way to fulfill our passions and to bring it to others for enjoyment. We are evolving to continue our adventures in music. Our gear is always packed up and we are ready to tour all over Tampa Bay for local bars, corporate events, and private parties and with the occasional festival appearances in cities across the country. Check us out when we’ll be playing near you.
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Merchandise
The Capp Family of Pittsburgh, PA. Wearing black t- shirts with white logo. Mike wearing the ball cap with Aurora V embodied logo.
Beautiful ladies wearing Aurora V's red razor back tank top with logo.