St. James Gate

Rick Russo


Rick  vocalist and bass player

Born and raised in Mechanicville, NY, Rick is a self taught bass and guitar player who began playing with various
local groups during the British invasion of the 1960's. Bought his first bass at George's Music in Troy.
 
Rick has played bass and done vocals in a multitude of venues in the Capital district for the past 40 years including rock and roll, soul and
and wedding groups (and has probably played at most wedding receptions in the Albany area between 1978 and 1983).
 
 In March 2006, Rick toured Ireland where he came to love the distinct sound of Irish music and was privileged to perform a solo in Waterford, Ireland.
 
Although the Irish roots are hard to trace, his wife and children can claim heritage to County Cork  (and he has recently
stayed at a Holiday Inn Express).