1967-1968
Jim
Kessler ~ Guitar
Ray
Michelson ~ Drums, Vocals
Randy
Miller ~ Keyboards
Ernie
Misner ~ Bass
1969-1970
Randy
Miller ~ Keyboards
Ernie
Misner ~ Bass
Mike
Skansie ~ Guitar
Randy
Viers ~ Drums
Mike Skansie
The Tao Chemical Co. began in 1967 as the house band for the Redondo Beach Tavern. From there we became house bands at other places in Tacoma such as the Hi-Hat, Players Club, Johnny's Ranch, The Red Carriage, and Lou's place.By far the most colorful place we ever played was at the Cabalaro Club in Seattle. We learned much from the late R&B ace, Wayne Marshall, and went on to having the distinction of playing the first psychedelic or heavy music that was played in clubs in the Tacoma area.
We had a loyal following and would love to hear from them. Contact Ernie Misner at RMP14K@aol.com or by calling him at 253-756--7205
The origional TAO Chemical Company ('67 - '68) consisted of Jim Kessler (guitar), Ray Miclelsen (drums), Randy Miller (keyboards), and Ernie Misner (bass)
From '69 - '70, the band consisted of Mike Skansie (guitar), Randy Viers (drums), Randy Miller (keyboards), and Ernie Misner (bass).
Ernie Misner, December 2001, February 2012
Ernie Misner
RPM14K@aol.com
253 756 7205
