About NHB
For 15 years, with numerous gigs at Muckleshoot Casino, The Point in Kingston, The Puyallup Fair, The Royal Bear, The Lost Dutchman, Bud's, Elmer's Pub, Billy McHale's, Gabriellas, Acorn Brewing, Northwest Brewing, Joeseppi's, and many others..
NHB has rocked the Pacific Northwest with it's brand of crowd-pleasing, foot-tapping, get-up-and-dance classic rock from the 70's to today.
Featuring five of the Northwest's most talented and experienced musicians, and with state-of-the-art lighting and PA systems, everyone agrees, "NeverHazBeen Rocks!"
Below find bios about the
amazing
musicians of NeverHazBeen
Rachel LaBranche: Singer
Rachel has been singing and touring in the Pacific Northwest
with local bands AND local theater productions.
At 21, she was the lead singer of Hit Connection, a 7 piece funk and disco band. She was also the lead singer for the classic rock band Gunshy.
In 2007, she won Auburn Idol local competition AND performed at the Washington State Fair. In 2018, she formed the classic rock band
Rachel and The Rumors. Rachel has also been asked to sing the National Anthem multiple times at Emerald Downs. Since rock has been a part of Rachel's imspiration, she has found her place with NeverHazBeen and is thrilled to be making music with these amazing musicians.
Jeff Lewis comes to us from the band, One Step Closer.
His previous band experience includes From Nowhere and Beneath Beauty.
A Washington native,
Jeff's favorite artists include Slash, Dave Grohl
and Jerry Cantrell.
Mike Gonzales Bass
Mike or Gonzo is a relative newcomer to the
Seattle band scene but is a natural bassist who
gives NHB one of the best bass men in the Pacific
Northwest.
Scott Elder: Guitar/Vocals
With more than 30 years of guitar experience, Scott Elder brings a dynamic blend of classic rock, blues, jazz, reggae, and Southern rock influences to every performance. Known for his soulful playing style, improvisational creativity, and supportive musical presence, Scott has performed in a wide range of projects including the original rock band Sons Of The Force, reggae act Get Lifted, the Taylor Hardin Blues Band, and Southern Shots. Whether delivering tasteful lead work, blues-driven jams, or high-energy classic rock performances, Scott’s versatile playing and deep musical instincts help create an engaging experience for both audiences and fellow musicians alike.
Michael (Mac) McKinley: Drums/Vocals
Known in music circles as “Mac,” Michael McKinley began drumming at age 10 and was performing professionally by 15.
After studying Music Arts and Percussion at Eastern Washington University, he built a professional career spanning more than 40 years throughout the Northwest.
Over the years, Mac has performed with bands including Oasis, Cinema 150, The Time Machine, Ministry of Love, and most recently The Heaters, earning a reputation for his versatility, energy, and powerful live performances behind the kit.
