Rick Scherer

About Rick Scherer

Rick Scherer is originally from Kent, OH, and was introduced to the guitar at 11 years old. Seeing the Beatles on Ed Sullivan was all it took to be hooked. Kent, during the late '60s and early '70s, was a hotbed for musicians. Joe Walsh is probably the most notable artist to get his start in Kent. Rick is a founding member of Special Care. A band that wrote original songs and covered songs by various bands including Traffic and Buffalo Springfield.

Over the years Rick has performed as a solo artist covering Van Morrison, James Taylor, Tom Petty, Joe Walsh, ... the list goes on. While living in Springfield, MO he co-foundTequila, Lime, No Salt. Upon moving to Plam Coast, FL, Rick continued performing as a solo artist and co-found Seaside Funk with saxophonist, Bill Hammond.