About the members of the band
Kim Antoine - Lead Vocalist
It wasn't my fault....The Kid that lived across the street from me was in a band
and heard me singing around just for my own pleasure, and asked if I would come to practice and audition, well I did, it went well, and all of a sudden I was hooked, been singing Classic Rock ever since.
That band was called “After The Rain”, through the years I've sang in bands like “Looseleef Harper”,Retrospect”, “Electric Haze”. One of my most successful bands was called “HUSTLER”, we kind of had a gamblers theme going. We played the Detroit bar circuit with bands like “Adrenalin”,”Krankin”, and “Bitter Sweet Ally”. Another pretty successful band was “THE MIXX”, always Classic Rock and loved every minute of it.
Julia Root - Lead Vocalist
Julia has always had a passion for music. She was inspired at a young age by her dad, the guitar player Dave, who has been singing and playing guitar with her for as long as she can remember. Professionally, Julia studied Choral Music Theory from 6th-12thgrade and received a scholarship to participate in the choir program at Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp. Through her high school choir program, she has earned several awards from the Michigan School Vocal Music Association. She also participated in several musical extracurricular activities including show choir and her high school’s production of Legally Blonde: The Musical. After high school Julia set her music interests aside to pursue her Bachelor’s degree of Business Administration in Finance from Walsh College. Now that she has graduated, she has decided to continue to develop her talent as a backup singer in Winds of Change. She is grateful for the opportunity to continue to make music and expand her skillset as a backup singer.
Linda - Lead Vocalist
Linda’s been singing since childhood, every Friday (cleaning day) when the records were stacked up on the console stereo
Fleetwood Mac, Frank Sinatra, Jethro Tull, Cat Stevens, Barbara Streisand, Freddy Mercury, and Lou Rawls were belting or crooning and the house was a sparkling clean
Linda’s dad loved jazz and he mom loves the blues and there was plenty to hear. The church choir, local musical theater, a few bands, an acoustic duo and collaborating with friends brought the exposure and discovery of artists that continue to inspire Linda’s choices.
Recently, the highest priority has simply been FUN – having fun with the music, the musicians, the crowds, everything. Singing has been one of the best ingredients in Linda’s life and working with the Winds of Change group has been the best mix yet.
Blair Collins - Drummer
Blair started in Marching Band like most drummers, then was playing gigs in high school including his side project the original band Trichotiamania.
Sam - Keyboards
Michigan based keyboardist. Born in Detroit and began his music career through school music programs playing trumpet, tenor sax, and drums. Initiated his keyboard career in the early 70’s through performance acts outside of school. He had obtained private training on modern piano and jazz organ in the Detroit area for many years.
Sam began playing and performing locally in the Detroit area in the mid 70’s. Working musically in the metro Detroit area and Lansing areas. Performed in local Detroit act “Mountain Ash”, playing both original music and cover music. In the early 80’s played cover rock and pop with “Rendezvous”.
Sam continued his music career with various Rock, Blues and Jazz performance with “Moonshine Stew” act, also recording with several groups through the 90’s and into 2021.
Sam is now pulling from his wide music strengths and experience in working with “Winds of Change”.
Paul Burke - Bass Player
Paul began playing music when he was 8 yrs old. Started on organ but quickly switched to guitar & bass when he discovered The Beatles, Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, James Taylor & many others (studied guitar through Joe Fava Book 3!) Studied piano and music theory while in college & also had the opportunity to do studio work in the ‘70’s where he played bass for local radio & tv commercials. Paul began playing in bands at 12 yrs old and has played with many different types of bands across the Metro Detroit area over the years - from 13 piece “horn bands” to intimate jazz trios to classic rock cover bands to blues.
Dave Root - Guitar Player
Dave started taking guitar lessons at the age of 12. Eventually went from lessons at Evola Music to Courses in the Oakland University Music Program. He has toured with the original Del Vikings and enjoys all different types of Music. He's also a part of a musical project called Strange Daze.