Early in his career, Vince was contracted to write songs and jingles, and to arrange sound tracks for various independent movie production companies. He also formed “back up” bands for the original “Drifters”, “Coasters”, Platters”  and other nationally known vocal groups who would pass through Los Angeles, when possible leaving the drum chair open for himself.  He played and sang on  the Television Academy Awards and was drummer and then Lead Vocalist and Show Coordinator for The Spiral Starecase for 7 years  (Hit record “More Today than Yesterday”). He performed in numerous concert venues with Lou Rawls, Michael McDonald, “The Outsiders“, Bob Eubanks, Freddy Fender, “Steam“, “The Hollywood All stars”,  Alan and Rossi, The Hager twins  and Tennessee Ernie Ford, working every major hotel chain throughout the U.S. and Canada.  Vince  also fronted several highly successful  musical groups in Las Vegas and created Show Bands for Royal Caribbean and Princess cruise lines, literally singing and playing around the world. 

Suzy is leader and musical director of  “Hip Pocket”.  She holds degrees in jazz and composition, and is an advanced technician in digital sequencing. Her credits include accompaniment for such stars as Tennessee Ernie Ford, Hee Haw’s Hager twins and Marty Allen & Steve Rossi . She was leader and musical director of the renowned Sunset Strip’s “Filthy Mc Nasty’s All Star Girl Band“. Suzy also earned first chair in Lenny Martin’s Las Vegas’ production of “Razzmatazz ‘78”, featuring comedian Gallagher. When the pop group “Spiral Starecase” was auditioning for a multi-keyboardist, Suzy won the position hands down, eventually becoming co-leader of the internationally famous group. Most recently, Suzy and husband Vince created Hip Pocket for Princess Cruises and have performed around the world. Whether Pop, Country or Jazz, Suzy’s extensive training and experience give Hip Pocket its dynamic and tight polished sound.