13 Curves is an in-your-face 80's style rock band from Syracuse, NY. Formed in 2018 by guitarist and founder Jim Cerio, the name 13 Curves was chosen to honor a long-time CNY legend of the Ghost Bride of 13 Curves. Over ninety years ago, a brutal, terrifying car accident occurred on Cedarvale Road, just ten miles southwest of Syracuse. Since that fateful day some nine decades ago, it has been said that the road, which is known better by its nickname, “13 Curves,” has been haunted by the souls of those who died in this tragic accident.
13 Curves has grown steadily, gaining a strong following and an impressive portfolio of venues. Playing venues from Alexandria Bay to Cortland, Oneida to Seneca Falls, 13 Curves will entertain fans young and old alike. Playing music from Styx, Journey, Heart, REO Speedwagon, Cheap Trick, KISS, Lynyrd Skynard, Poison, Foreigner, GnR, Toto, Warrant and more. Lead singer Jenn Romano, though pint sized, puts on a huge show with an even bigger voice and presence. Central New York music veterans, Jim Cerio, Rob Modugno and Mike Skowron anchor the line-up and newcomer Sean McClean tops it off!
The band has played the NYS Fair, Brennan's Beach, Average Joe's, Skiff's-ABay along with most other music venues in CNY.
A 13 Curves show is sure to entertain at any venue!
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Growing up in a CNY musical family Jenn was exposed to all types of music at a very young age. Through the years her passion for singing continued to blossom and she would often wow audiences at karaoke bars & open mic nights. After having shared the stage with a number of prominent Central New York acts such as TJ Sacco, 3 Inch Fury and The Terry & Joe Acoustic Show, Jenn now finds herself at home in the spotlight.
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Jenn sites a variety of musical influences ranging from 80’s hair band favorites to tunes Rob affectionately refers to as “angry chick songs" from artists the likes of Miranda Lambert, Stevie Nicks and more.
Jenn Romano - Vox
Jim has been seen playing regularly in the CNY music scene with projects like Rhythm Method. Jim lists his influences as Classic Rock from bands such as KISS, Led Zeppelin, Doobie Brothers, Lynard Skynard and Journey. His straight up rock style blends old-school Chuck Berry style sensibilities sprinkled with modern flash that comes from years of searching for a voice of his own. Though he has played larger venues like Balloonfest, NYS Fair and the Landmark, he prefers the intimacy of the small venue. The club scene is where his fun, playful stage persona and tongue in cheek humorous interaction with the crowd matches his easy-going, yet driven attitude.
Jim Cerio - Guitar Vox
Sean McLean - Bass, Vox
Sean McLean an SJC endorsing artist is originaly from Noblesville IN and is a professional multi-instrumentalist. He has performed worldwide including the All-American College Band in Disneyland, California and with the Jacksonville Jaguars Drumline in London, United Kingdom. He has performed with original and cover bands in Louisiana, Florida and Central New York. Baton Rouge music fans know him for his work with Beaucoup Boogie, Two for Nothing and Jam Cracker.
Sean has a Master of Music from LSU. As a music educator, students of Sean have routinely made All-State and District Bands within Florida, Louisiana and Texas. He has arranged drumline music and has served on staff for various high schools across the country
Rob Modugno - Keys, Vox
Rob is a Syracuse native and currently hails from Liverpool. He has honed his vast keyboard skills playing in several notable CNY bands in the past including Dan Elliott and the Monterays, Code Red w/ Gary Dunes and Mood Swing. He likes listening to his favorite bands Genesis, Rush, Styx and Yes.
Mike Skowron - Percussion
Mike Skowron has been a staple in the CNY and Fingerlakes music scene for many years. An Auburn native Mike has been seen in the bands Scarecrow, Ambush, Raised on Radio and The Nosmo Kings just to name a few. Mike with his business "All Ears Sound" has also been mixing acts fo years. Mike's "Driving Groove" drum approach comes from his influences: The Beatles, Led Zeppelin The Who and The Police.
Jim Cerio - Guitar Vox
Rob Modugno - Keys, Vox
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