MEET THE CREW AND STAFF
The crew and staff help make Bella Cain look and sound good. The crew gets to shows hours before it starts to set the whole rig up, and they are still working hard while everyone else is already asleep, tearing it down. During the show, they’re the ones running the sound, lights, and putting your faces on the screens via video and pictures.
Jake – Light Engineer
Jake joined Bella Cain in 2011. He was initially tasked with security and logistics. In 2012, at the request of his brother Rob, Jake became the Front of House lighting engineer. Having zero experience in stage lighting, he had his work cut out for him! Through the trials and tribulations that he was able to overcome, grew the current spectacle you now enjoy at every show! When Jake is not working with Bella Cain, he enjoys his family time with his wife Tanya, daughter Tori, and son Anthony! Jake can very often be found shooting pool or enjoying his Doberman Pinchers!
Mike – Stage Manager
Mike is our Stage Manager. He makes sure that everything ready to go every night. He began working in this industry in the early 90s as part of the stage crew for Mercury recording artists Daisy Chain/Mindbomb.
Mike enjoys working with Bella Cain, because it allows him to experience his 3rd childhood while spending a lot of time away from home (he still cannot understand how his wife is so understanding of it all). It also allows him to spend great quality time with his son, Stump (Nick K, aka Toe-jam), and create lifelong memories to be able to look back on.
To him, this is not just a band—we are a family. It may be a dysfunctional one at times, but he loves working with some of the most talented musicians and fun loving bunch of people. He believes that “this organization as a whole really does earn and exemplifies the title of ‘Wisconsin’s Premier Country and Rock Band’ [mic drop]”.
Amy – Merch Manager
Amy Totts, a Kenosha native, sell promotional items for the band. She has been a loyal fan of Bella Cain for years. The first show she attended was Bella Cain Unplugged-2011-at the Club House in Kenosha, and she’s been fans ever since!
Aside from working for the band, Amy is employed with Kenosha Unified School District.
During select performances, Amy can assist you with purchasing Bella Cain promotional items, answer any questions, and even help you with future bookings.
Nick – Video Engineer
Nick (Stump) joined the crew in 2017 as a stagehand. He helped with loading and unloading the truck and with whatever was needed to be done backstage during the shows. A few years later he learned how to set up the drums and even learned to drive the Bella truck. In 2020 he took over the role of video engineer/designer. This job entails him to set up, maintain and operate our video screens and LED video wall.
In his free time Nick is a handler for Free Spirit Siberian Sled Demo Team. He is also an Eagle Scout. He hiked over 100 miles at Philmont Scout Ranch in NM and spent 10 days sailing the Caribbean in the Bahamas on a catamaran.
Jeremy – Guitar/Drum Tech
Jeremy has been a crew member since the beginning of the summer of 2018. He’s a crew hand and the assistant guitar tech. If something needs to get off or on the truck, he’s the one who does it. He also helps our lead guitar tech whenever he needs it, be it running or swapping guitars throughout the show. Jeremy has been playing guitar since he was 11 and hopes to one day become a band member of Bella Cain, or start his own cover band and rock out all day and night. If you see him at a show, feel free to say hi!
Hector – Photographer
Hector is an award winning photographer from Kenosha, WI. Hector has been taking photos since 2020 but joined Bella Cain 2023. Hector has had the opportunity to work with a variety of artist and genres, from small local bands to internationally renowned Grammy Award Winners. His keen eye for catching the right moment is what makes him a great fit to Bella Cain.
Hector frequents YouTube University where he keeps up with what is new. Check out Bella Cain Instagram to check out the reels he has posted! Also follow him on all his social Media account. @hcs90visuals
During 2023 hector traveled with the band who has turned into another family. He enjoys being in the crowd and meeting fans. If you see him walking around with his camera make sure you say hi! He will gladly take your photo.
Tyler – Light Engineer/PA Tech/Special Effects
Peyton – Special Effects Engineer
Justin – Sound Engineer
Justin is a WAMI nominated FOH engineer that has been in the industry for over 20 years. He started his career like most, being a grunt and learning the ropes. In 2008, Audiya Sound came to life and he started providing sound for local musicians and venues. Throughout the years, he’s worked with countless bands and toured the country. In 2016 Justin joined up with Bella Cain, taking the reins as the audio lead, managing FOH and MON duties.
John – Spotlight Engineer
John has been involved in the live music scene for years, from managing live acts to working with/owning production companies. His passion for music has brought him to Bella Cain. Although the part he plays is small, he surely puts the light on the performer that’s being the stand out for that particular song. Some may say he brings the “Lit” to Bella Cain !
Kailee – Website Manager
Kailee is Bella Cain’s Web Designer. She started with Bella Cain in 2016 and has loved every minute of it! She works full-time as a software engineer in the Milwaukee area. If you’re wondering where we’ll be next, or when we’ll be in your area again, she’ll be happy to let you know, so feel free to come up and say hi to her during a show!
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