Who We Are

The Flowtones is a seasoned band from Edmonds, Washington, comprised of veteran musicians dedicated to delivering captivating R&B and soul experiences. With a rich repertoire of timeless favorites, we create a vibrant atmosphere that resonates with every audience. Each performance is infused with our passion for music, drawing from years of experience in the industry.

2025 lineup, L to R:

Steve Maxwell, saxophone

Mildred Brown, vocals

John Rogers, drums/vocals

Chris Hunter, guitar/vocals

Rick Etsell, keyboards

Matt Lee, bass/vocals

 

Band Members

John Rogers

John Rogers, drums

Drummer

John (husband of Candace [Candy] Webb Rogers) has been a fixture on the NW music scene for over 50 years, as a record store owner, FM radio DJ, recording studio owner, and musician who played with blues titans, Isaac Scott and Albert Collins, new wavers Student Nurse, Seattle funk-rockers Red Dress, funk/soul favorites Planet Fly… and many more.

Matt Lee

Matt Lee

Bass guitar & vocals

Matt has been a musician since 1973, was born and raised in Seattle.  Quite accomplished on piano, guitar, and vocals as well as bass.

Chris Hunter

Chris Hunter

Guitar & Vocals

I started playing guitar at age 14 and am quite annoyed that I am not better at it than I am, but would still rather be doing it than anything else!

Steve Maxwell

Steve Maxwell

Saxophone

My father played saxophone and clarinet in dance bands professionally as a teenager. I started playing his clarinet in the school band and have been playing saxophone mostly for fun, off and on ever since. The opportunity to play in the Flowtones with these very talented and fun musicians is definitely a golden moment for this old bird.