The Kingsmen

The Kingsmen is a band best known for their single Louie Louie, which made them “the most successful and influential rock and roll band Oregon has produced” according to the Oregon Historical Society. Current members include Dick Peterson, Steve Peterson, Todd McPherson, Dennis Mitchell, Kim Nicklaus, Yank Barry, and Marc Willett. Prior members include Mike Mitchell, Barry Curtis, Fred Dennis, Andy Parypa, Steve Friedson, Jeff Beals, Lynn Easton, Jack Ely, Bob Nordby, Don Gallucci, Gary Abbott, Norm Sundholm, Kerry Magness, J.C. Reick, Turley Richards, and Pete Borg. Honorary Kingsmen include Mike McElhoe, Jack Sprout, Mr. Rock n’ Roll Brian Beirne, Renny Price, Danny Schoffler, and Alex Heart.

Based in: Portland, OR
Years Active: 1959 to 1963; 1965 to 1967; 1970s to Present

Website: louielouie.org
Wikipedia: The_Kingsmen

Set Photographed:
August 28 2026 at Crystal Ballroom