Members
The Lucky Stiffs are no ordinary band! They feature LA's top-tier musicians and have an extensive catalog of Southern and Classic Rock and Blues songs that please all ages.
Tom “TK” Kowalczyk
Keyboards & Lead Vocals
TK studied piano performance at Oakland University Detroit Michigan then moved to California where he was recruited by Kurzweil. As their #1 AR/Wholesale Keyboard Rep. he spent his time in many #1 touring camps. TK is known for his high energy keyboard rhythm riffs, solos and keyboard programming. His stage, studio, gear and keyboard chops make him perfectly suited to lead this talented group of musicians.
Matt Mitchell
Lead Vocals
Matt is a powerhouse blues and southern rock vocalist with a voice that carries grit, soul, and heart in equal measure. A seasoned performer, Matt’s singing channels the raw emotion of the Delta and the fire of the southern highway, blending smoky blues tones with the bold edge of rock. With years on stage fronting bands, Matt’s voice tells the truth—of hard roads, and songs that come straight from the soul.
Danny Franklin
Bass & BG Vocals
Danny was introduced to the bass by Timothy B Schmit at age 15. When old enough he joined the band Funk'n Jive and worked the West Coast circuit. He joined the group Double Entente who landed a record contract with Columbia where they produced the single "Sleeping Dogs" (#4 on Billboard's Dance Charts 1984). Danny provides a perfect "bottom" from which the band get their groove.
Jeff Maples
Guitar & BG Vocals
Jeff is a seasoned blues guitarist known for his soulful tone, fiery solos, and deep connection to the roots of American blues. Drawing inspiration from legends like B.B. King, Stevie Ray Vaughan, and Buddy Guy, Jeff blends traditional Chicago blues with a modern edge and a touch of southern grit. His playing tells stories—raw, emotional, and honest—delivering every note with heart and authenticity.
Greg Peters
Guitar & BG Vocals
Steeped in the grit of Southern rock and the soul of the blues, Greg has carved out a sound that is equal parts raw emotion and road-honed swagger. Greg blends deep-grooving rhythm and expressive phrasing that cuts straight to the heart. Whether bending notes until they cry, laying down a swampy riff, or unleashing a fiery solo, his playing carries the unmistakable weight of lived experience.
Mark “Sticks” Kershberg
Drums
Mark is the rhythmic backbone of the band, a seasoned drummer with decades behind the kit and blues in his blood. Known for his rock-solid groove, tasteful dynamics, and effortless swing, Mark keeps the band locked in and the crowd moving. Having played countless clubs, festivals, and roadhouses, he brings a deep understanding of the blues—where every beat tells a story.
