About the band
Based in Fort Lauderdale Florida, the Pure Heart Band tributes it's success to the timeless hits of the band Heart that spans generations! All of the music is played and sung very authentically, in true homage to Heart! Barracuda, Dreamboat Annie, Alone, These Dreams, and more! The Pure Heart band features the powerhouse vocals of Tiffany Hoffelder who can belt out the power hits, or sweetly deliver the softer songs. The band features vocalist, guitarist Robyn Fear who is a natural fit covering guitar parts and harmony vocals. Band leader Mylo Anthony covers bass and additional harmony vocals, Denis Casaubon handles keyboard work, Mike McAuliffe doubles up on keyboards and lead guitar, and Anthony Vomero keeps the beat rocking on drums.
Tiffany Hoffelder
Lead Vocals: From the early age of seven Tiffany knew music was her passion and singing was her natural gift. Driven by her desire and her distinctly powerful and nuanced voice, she became a dedicated professional. Tiffany sang in various cover bands and soon formed a reverence band called IWR (Iconic Women Of Rock) which was a tribute to some of the greatest women in music like Ann Wilson from Heart and Pat Benatar. Tiffany believes music should be about how the emotion of the voice moves the listener. This is what drew her to Ann Wilson. “When I sing the music of Heart, I feel like I’m home… the music moves me like no other”. |
Robyn Fear
Vocals, rhythm & lead electric and acoustic guitars: Music has always been at the core of Robyn’s life. In college she majored in classical guitar and studied music theory and composition. She won several songwriting and band competitions with her innovative work. During her years in NY, her original band opened for national acts, the Red Hot Chili Peppers, 10,000 Maniacs, Natalie Merchant and more. Robyn studied recording engineering, released original cd’s and mixed / produced for other artists. Robyn has played in various bands throughout her professional career and also in a duo with the late great singer Beverly McClellan. When Robyn joined the Pure Heart Band, she quickly became a natural in the role of Nancy Wilson, fluidly covering guitar parts and harmony vocals. |
Mylo Anthony (Band Leader)
Bass/ Harmony Vocals/ Music Director Mylo grew up in the eclectic musical culture of Boulder, Colorado. Early on he chose bass as his instrument and thanks to his precise professional voice training, developed a three octave vocal range. Bass and vocals became the perfect combination for his full scale phonic and musical voicing. Mylo recorded, toured and performed with numerous bands throughout his professional career. Mylo is endorsed by Genz Benz aka Genzler Amplification USA, and exclusively plays and records with Ernie Ball Music Man Stingray5 Basses. He is pleased to be the founder and musical director of the Pure Heart Band. |
Anthony Vomero
Drums/ Percussion Anthony began his professional drumming career on Long Island, N.Y. playing the local club scene. He moved to south Florida in the late 80’s and continued his musical journey with several bands. He has performed on the Jerry Lewis Telethon and has had many TV performances with the St. John’s Jazz Band Half Time Show. He also played for Benny Mardones who had the hit song, “Into the Night”. Anthony was influenced by the music of Heart at an early age. He feels privileged and honored to be playing their music with the Pure Heart Band. |
Denis Casaubon
Keyboards and Piano A Boston native, Denis knew the keyboards were his calling early on, quit his “real job” and began playing professionally around the country. His second band traveled from Maine to Florida, and opened for Sha-Na-Na. After many years he left for a steadier life and began playing keyboards for the Pure Heart Band. He credits his favorite bands: Journey, Boston, Kansas, Styx and the Beach Boys for having a profound influence on his style. Denis’s technical abilities add texture and color to the Pure Heart Band’s performances. |
Michael McAuliffe
Lead and Rhythm Guitars/ Keyboards Michael hails from Memphis Tennessee, home of the Blues, and grew up less than 10 miles from Elvis Presley’s Graceland. There he was exposed to a diverse mix of blues, rock, and the distinctive “Memphis” music sound becoming quite an accomplished musician. After leaving Memphis he toured extensively throughout the south and mid-west in various bands, but has called South Florida home since the late 80’s. Michael is a multi- talented performer playing guitars and keyboards. |
The Pure Heart band features six seasoned professionals performing the timeless classics of sisters Ann Wilson and Nancy Wilson of Heart. In addition to all back line gear, the band can provide lighting and complete sound systems, depending on venue and contract.