The Dads Band
Whoever said your mama don't dance and your daddy don't rock and roll -has never seen The Dads
The Dads Band, composed of live performance veterans from Cain's Alibi, Mace, The Shaw Band and Crosstown Traffic, brings a unique blend of musical chops, infectious energy, and rock and roll attitude to our performances. Unlike most bands, we choose quality over quantity, making each show an unforgettable event. We play for the love of music and the joy it brings to our audience, taking them back to the glory days of arena rock and roll. Whether it's a club gig or a large festival, The Dads Band always leaves the crowd wanting more.
The players
Don Hettinga - Lead Vocals
Neal Topliff - Keys, Guitar, Vocals
Paul Miller - Lead Guitar, Vocals
Soaring vocals from one of the best rock singers in Minnesota. Formerly with The Shaw Band and Crosstown Traffic - Don lives in Owatonna, MN and is a Dad X2!
Paul Miller - Lead Guitar, Vocals
Neal Topliff - Keys, Guitar, Vocals
Paul Miller - Lead Guitar, Vocals
As lead guitar and musical director Paul brings the chops and sweet vocal harmonies that help us faithfully recreate the songs you love. Formerly with Mace and Cain's Alibi - Paul lives in Bemidji, MN and is a Dad X4!
Neal Topliff - Keys, Guitar, Vocals
Neal Topliff - Keys, Guitar, Vocals
Neal Topliff - Keys, Guitar, Vocals
Our amazing utility player, Neal is the guy who brings The Dads our huge sound and musical range. Formerly with Cain's Alibi, Neal lives in Red Wing, MN and is a Dad X2!
Phil Galloway - Drums, Percussion
Phil Galloway - Drums, Percussion
Neal Topliff - Keys, Guitar, Vocals
The backbone of The Dads Band, Phil is the engine that drives us forward. "Let's do more Rush" is all you need to know about Phil. Formerly with Cain's Alibi, Phil lives in Stevens Point, WI and is a Dad X2!
Mark Christenson - Bass, Vocals
Phil Galloway - Drums, Percussion
Mark Christenson - Bass, Vocals
Band manager and bassist, Mark rounds out the rhythm section with punch you in the chest low end and high end energy. Formerly with Cain's Alibi, Mark lives in Kenyon, MN and is a Dad X3!