Born in New York & raised in the San Fernando Valley, California.  Bruce Spiegel, no relation to the catalog, started with a Hofner Beatle Bass & Fender Jazz Bass in the ‘70’s in  “The Valley.” Bruce’s got his performing start with popular straight-rock band, Out To Lunch, featuring guitarist Michael O’Neill who has been touring/playing in recent years with George Benson, Andrew Ford &  David Garfield.  Bruce auditioned for bassist on The Monkees, didn’t get the gig. Oh well.  While living in Santa Cruz, Bruce performed with a trio fronted by vocalist Joyce Yarrow (yes, the late Peter Yarrow’s sister) doing the folk scene in the late 70’s & adding fire to her album on Pacific Arts  “Jumping Mouse.”   Played with Emmy Nominated composer Michael Silversher, composer of countless Disney film songs & film scores in the Bay area.  In the 80’s, Bruce met  Chris & Mark Petersen  (Chris from Pure Prairie League),  to form Bay Area Country Rock group, Sarabande, performing the same venues as the Garcia Brothers and Doobie Brothers.  Bruce currently performs with: The Neil Deal, recognized as America’s #1 Neil Young & Crazy Horse Tribute band. The Bone Sharks  and of course Dynamite Beat Puppy. ​

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