They played sold out shows throughout California, Utah and Arizona. Billy became well known for his stage antics and found a natural spot behind the microphone as a lead singer. Today, as a co-founding member of "The Crocodiles," Billy's showmanship and charismatic stage presence makes up a huge part of "The Crocodiles," and as Bill puts it, "Our whole intent as a bind is to give the audience the experience of a lifetime and The Crocodiles truly deliver."

Jeff Rymer
Lead Guitar, Lead Vocals and Harmonica

Jeff Rymer is the producer and a co-founding member of “The Crocodiles.” His background in the music industry, along with his keen sense of marketing, play a tremendous part in the success of “The Crocodiles.” Like most musicians, Jeff picked up the guitar at an early age and found it impossible to put down. The guitar licks of such greats as B.B King, Eric Clapton and Robert Cray became his main influences and inevitably, the foundation for his unique style. By the age of 18, Jeff was playing the Sacramento Night Club scene and after three years became restless. With greater expectations for his musical career, Jeff moved to the San Francisco Bay Area. Surrounded by a hot bed of musical talent, Jeff hooked up with talented singer and guitarist, Gary Dunne. Together, they formed the band “Full Sail,” whose peak came as a headliner at the Stanford Pavilion in 1988. They had a great friendship and their musical talent held Bay Area fame for several years. While Jeff spent his nights in recoding studios or by entertaining fans, he spent his days developing a marketing strategy for the band that would ensure bigger audiences, in larger venues that would attract the interest of the recording industry. (He implements these same models today with “The Crocodiles”). However, just as offers began coming in from recording companies, the dream of hitting it big was suddenly cut short by the untimely and sad death of Gary. With a six-month calendar of bookings to fulfill, Jeff met Billy Moore. Together, Jeff and Billy met the commitments of “Full Sail” and then later formed what became one of the Bay Area’s most talented duos. Throughout the 1990’s, they played sold out shows, in the hottest spots across the Western United States, in a band known as “Dos Guys and Company.” Today, with his sweet melodious voice, his guitar licks, and his outrageous harmonica solos, Jeff brings a wealth of talent, showmanship and professionalism that is a major part of the foundation that makes up “The Crocodiles.”

“Screamin’” Joe LoFreso
Keyboards and Lead Vocals

“Screamin” Joe LoFreso has been playing keyboards and singing professionally since the age of 12. Joe obtained his nickname in the 70’s while doing a studio session in San Francisco for soul artist, Percy B.B. His success came earlier than most when he auditioned at 12 years old for a band call “The Bushmen,” (whose CDs from Sundazed Records are currently being distributed on the internet and throughout Europe). “The Bushmen” were later sponsored by the 7up Bottling Company. By the age of 16, Joe engaged in an original project with “Canterbury Fair” whose CD is also available throughout Sundazed Records. “Canterbury Fair” went on the road as an opening act for big named acts from San Francisco to Los Angeles. He realized that music was his true calling when he formed “Velvet Touch” at the age of 21. They performed in Las Vegas at the Golden Nugget, The Sahara and eventually toured the United States for over 400 straight days. Returning to California, Screamin’ Joe played in concert with Chuck Berry, Steve Perry of Journey and did studio work for Elvis Bishop. He also performed in opening acts for The Jefferson Starship, Iron Butterfly, Credence Clearwater, Santana, the Young Rascals, Greg Kihn and Johnny Rivers, just to name a few. Joe brings his second-to-none style and experience to “The Crocodiles.” Someone recently asked him if he’s had a rewarding career and he commented back, “What do you mean had? The fun is just starting.” “Screamin” Joe LoFreso is alive, well and a Crocodile.

Joe Tyler
Drums and Lead Vocals

Joe Tyler, lead vocalist, drummer, guitarist and keyboardist was born and raised on the East Coast. He got his musical start at the early age of 12. He was singing and playing guitar in what was to be his first professional band performing theater concerts, public and private functions in addition to recording sessions.

A few years later, Joe’s family made a brave move leaving the east coast and arriving west to California. Although it was a big adjustment, it became the beginnings of a wonderful career move. Joe found himself in a powerhouse trio as lead vocalist and drummer. This concert trio gained much notoriety opening with such great bands as The Jefferson Airplane (Starship), and The Who. After playing with a number of solid rock bands and performing in concert with a large variety of name acts, Joe made his way to Los Angeles, where he was signed to his first record deal with A & M Records. For the next few years, Joe involved himself in various projects, one of which caught the interest of Chrysalis Records top A&R Reps. This resulted in Joe being signed as a staff songwriter to their publishing company, Rare Blue Music. Joe met many other writers and one artist whom he collaborated with was Andy Fraser, bass player/song writer from the band Free. This songwriting team later became a project for Island Records. Joe later joined forces with “The Crocodiles” as drummer and vocalist. With a world-class voice, Joe continues to mesmerize audiences wherever “The Crocodiles” perform.

Kevin Surratt
Lead Guitar

At the age of 17, Kevin Surratt picked up a guitar that had been discarded by his mother. After learning just a few chords, Kevin knew that he had found his passion. He joined his first band in the mid-1980’s and since then has mastered various styles by guitar greats such as Peter Frampton, Carlos Santana, Tom Johnston, Neil Schon and Ronnie Montrose.

His unique sound is a combination of these legends and others, which reflect his passionate love of Rock n' Roll.

Eventually, Kevin left “Dos Guys and Company” and along with his wife Beverly, became a founding member of the Christian rock band, “Sound Advice”. For 6 years, they wrote songs of the gospel and ministered for various youth events, in coffee houses and public venues.

Kevin and his wife were founding members of the Christian rock band, "Sound Advice" in 1994, and for 6 years, ministered the gospel in coffee houses, youth events, in San Francisco parks and in public arenas.

At the 20-year mark, Kevin reached a musical plateau and studied guitar under the tutelage of Tim Abbott, guitarist for the Chocolate Watchband and a Bay Area legend in his own right. After two years, Kevin’s style became polished and refined.

Kevin brought his experience to the band, “The Crocodiles” in 1999 fulfilling a life-long desire to play along side his cousin, Billy Moore.