Our Stories

David Apodaca - Lead Guitarist

A local assembly of musicians who love to play classic rock tunes joined the vision of their Band Leader and lead guitarist, David Apodaca, to build a group that can recreate that authentic sound. David has toured internationally and has formed this group to play the songs we all enjoy. We are "Classic Rock Odyssey" playing rock songs from the ‘70s, ’80s, and '90s. Songs from Rick Springfield, Journey, Tom Petty, Pat Benatar, Bad Company, The Cars, Cheap Trick, Joan Jett, Fleetwood Mac, Van Halen, and AC/DC, just to name a few. We are located in the Central Coast town of Arroyo Grande California. Playing at venues all around the central coast from Paso Robles to Santa Barbara. We will entertain audiences at venues such as Private events, Corporate functions, Colleges, reunions, weddings, festivals, wineries, Fairs, City sponsored special events. We invite you to join our e-mail contact list so that you can be notified of our upcoming concert schedule.

Darlene Azevedo has been passionate about music and performance since she was a little girl, taking piano lessons, singing in choir, playing the clarinet, acting in plays, dancing in ballet, tap, and Mexican Folklorico. Watching her dad play bass in a Christian rock band touring in the Bay Area in the 80s and 90s inspired her to practice singing at home in her free time. She would dream of one day being the lead singer in a rock band! She looked up to artists like Joan Jett, Pat Benatar, and Debbie Harry. Her early vocal influences include the sounds of Patsy Cline, Aretha Franklin, and Dolly Parton, and later Mariah Carey, Gwen Stefani, and Amy Winehouse. Rock Odyssey is the first band Darlene has been a member of and it is a dream come true!  She is thrilled to be the lead female vocalist, play a little harp, and share this time with the other amazing musicians of Rock Odyssey.

Darlene Azevedo, Vocalist

Brian Tippit, Vocalist

Emerging from a small town with a passion for rock and roll, Brian picked up the guitar at the age of 16 when his supportive parents recognized his burgeoning interest in music. What began as a simple hobby quickly transformed into a lifelong vocation. With a unique blend of influences—ranging from the anthemic soundscapes of Genesis and Toto to the catchy hooks of The Cars and U2— Brian has crafted a distinct musical identity that resonates with audiences far and wide.

A true performer at heart, Brian has graced notable stages, including a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to play for a sitting president, showcasing his incredible talent to audiences who appreciate the essence of live music. His dynamic performances have taken him across the globe, including a memorable show in front of over 2,000 enthusiastic fans in a bullfighting arena in Mexico, where the excitement of the crowd fueled his passion for entertaining.

With a repertoire that draws on the classic sounds of the Steve Miller Band and Peter Frampton, as well as the spirited energy of Green Day, Brian captures the joy of rock and roll and the thrill of watching people come together to celebrate music. He believes that music is not just an art form; it's an experience meant to be shared. Whether he's in the studio or on stage, his commitment to connecting with audiences through the universal language of music is what drives him every day.

Rock Odyssey band members have played in other groups who played in venues across the country and internationally. Guitarist Donnie Caravayo's band 
"Strike Force" was well known in the Bay area. Donnie is one of the longest-joining members of Rock Odyssey since 2015. 

Donnie Caravayo, Lead Guitarist

Chad Fortin, Drummer