Bios of the Players

The Union Pacific Band goes back a long ways, as we described in our About UPB section. Since a lot of personnel have come and gone, below is some information on the current lineup.

Dave Donahoe – Lead guitar, vocals

Dave began playing acoustic guitar at 15, his inspiration being early rock and roll & R&B pioneers, particularly Chuck Berry, Otis Redding and many others. But the most favored style for Dave is Jimmy Reed’s vintage brand of blues. >> Learn more.

Ray Wilkerson - Keyboards, vocals

A seasoned veteran musician with 40 years of live performances, Ray is an “old school” keyboardist with roots in the 60’s and early 70’s. He relies on the sounds of the Hammond organ and various pianos that were prominent in the rhythm and blues, soul and early rock and roll days. >> Learn more.

Gary Crane - Bass guitar, harmony vocals

Gary got his start with several bands while in high school, including Linny, Dave & Co., and Union Pacific Band. He later worked with Nite Flite, Phoenix, Frontline and Night Shift. Gary could be considered the beginning and the end of the Union Pacific Band.  >> Learn more.

Bill Lockhart - Drums

Bill started playing music early in life.  He was in his first band at age 12 and they were called "The Invaders".  They played mostly Motown stuff, and since Bill was younger than the other guys his parents had to take him to practices and gigs for several years.  In high school, he and Ray Wilkerson began playing together in a rock bank called "Sad Sunshine." >> Learn more.