Switch began in 1973 as four high school kids who loved the Beatles and other British invasion groups from the 1960's. The group consists of brothers John Connelly and Steve Conelly, with long time friend, Tom Lorentz. They perform accompanied by a three piece horn section and keyboardist. Switch has been named "one of Western New York's top three show bands over the last twenty years" and is best known for its tight vocal harmonies, stage charisma, and remarkable ability to perform music by such groups as the Beatles, Buckinghams, Blood Sweat and Tears, Chicago, Eagles, Grass Roots, Hollies, Kinks, Huey Lewis, Mamas & Papas, Police, and the Romantics, to name just a few. The group has also written and performs some of its own original material which appears on it's recently released C.D. titled "After All These Years".

John Connelly is Switch's founding member, Bass Player, and Lead Vocalist and has successfully lead the group since its inception. His passion for music derives in part from his love of the Beatles. By day, John owns and operates a promotional company based in Lancaster, New York that employs approximately 20 people.

Steve Connelly has been Switch's Drummer and Vocalist since 1979, when he joined forces with brother John to form a lasting rhythm section and become the backbeat of the band. His past musical experience includes 18 months in London, England where he performed and recorded. By day, Steve is an attorney practicing Immigration law.

Tom Lorentz has been with Switch over 17 years and is the group's master of instruments playing guitar, keyboards, and harmonica, while also supplying lead vocals. In the past, he has done extensive writing and recording in Nashville, Tennessee. By day, Tom owns and operates a van conversion business employing 22 people that modify vehicles to meet the needs of physically challenged drivers and passengers.

Switch's horn section consists of Michael DiGiacomo on saxophone, Ray Skalski on trombone, and Nelson Starr on trumpet.

Michael DiGiacomo is a graduate of Canisus College in Buffalo, NY and is presently attending the University of Buffalo's Medical School. He was the recipient of Williamsville East high school's "Dr. Johannes I. Olsen" award for outstanding music student and school activity. He is an alumni of the All State Jazz Ensemble, Erie County Jazz Ensemble, and the Canisus College Jazz Ensemble and Concert Band.

Ray Skalski has had a distinguished musical career having played trombone for Doc Severinson, jazz guitarist Kenny Burrell, and Englebert Humperdink, as well as having toured much of the United States. He has made numerous radio and television appearances including performances on WBFO, WBEN, "AM Buffalo" and "PM Magazine" and has contributed to many studio recordings.

The lovable Nelson Starr has played trumpet with the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra, the Glen Miller Orchestra, Ray Charles' band, and has performed under the baton of Doc Serverinson. Nelson adds his many years of experience, musical expertise, and good humor to Switch's horn section.

Ken Kaufman has been rounding out Switch's sound on Keyboards since 2001. He is well known for his past membership in the group "The Road", and for his creative jingle writing and musical advertisements produced through his company, Ad Songs. Ken was highly instrumental in the production, recording, and musical performance of Switch's C.D. titled "After All These Years." He has been an invaluable addition to the band.